With consistently excellent food and service and a breathtaking view of the Santa Cruz pier and shoreline, Aquarius in Santa Cruz is This Week’s Obsession…
The cool and breezy interior is especially romantic at night when the moon casts its glow onto the sea and, in the summer, lights from the Boardwalk roller coaster shimmer in the distance.
The creative American coastal cuisine at Aquarius is inspired by fresh and local products and produce, including local sustainable seafood, complemented by a regional wine list. Aquarius is a proud supporter of FishWatch program, promoting sustainable seafood and clean oceans.
Pictured above are the Diver Scallops with Lobster Risotto and Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette. Twice seduced by the thought of perfectly seared delicate scallops in a bright Meyer Lemon vinaigrette and a creamy risotto with chunks of lobster; both times coming away fully satisfied with no regrets.
Lobster Rolls: fresh Maine Lobster salad on Parker House Rolls with potato crisps
Fortunately, with the Young Baker attending UC Santa Cruz, I have an excellent excuse to make a trip to the other Surf City several times a year. After months of dining hall food, the Young Baker is famished and wants everything on the menu 🙂 We both love seafood and agree on the Lobster Rolls and Dungeness Crab Wontons as appetizers. For her entree, she is ravenous for some good quality beef and has to go with the filet, described by our server as “melt-in-your-mouth” tender – it does not disappoint.
Dungeness Crab Wontons
Bacon-wrapped Filet with Shrimp and Bernaise Sauce
175 West Cliff Drive
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Located adjacent to The Dream Inn, a Joie de Vivre Hotel
Happy 4th of July!
Nami @ Just One Cookbook
July 1 at 1:12 amHi Priscilla! I really appreciate your review on this restaurant. Every summer we spend some time in SC, both boardwalk and beach with the kids. We always try new restaurants but we’ve never tried this one yet. I NEED TO eat the lobster rolls for sure! I told my husband we’re going here already! PERFECT post before heading to SC (probably soon). Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!
Angie's Recipes
July 1 at 4:27 amI would love to visit the restaurant too! Foods look marvelous.
That crab wonton appetizer looks especially yummy!
rebecca
July 1 at 6:53 amstunning place enjoy the weekend
Jessica
July 1 at 8:56 amThat lobster roll looks so juicy and tasty!! I wish I lived closer, but the next time I visit I’ll be sure to keep this place in mind!
Adora's Box
July 1 at 10:44 amBeautiful views and food! I love seafood and the pictures are making me drool. The filet mignon looks so good, too.
Lentil Breakdown
July 1 at 5:49 pmHi Priscilla. Thanks for leaving me a comment on the Plantain Banana Split. I last went to Arkansas a few years ago to visit the Clinton library. Used to go to Hot Springs on family vacations (like the ones mentioned in my post). Glad to discover your blog. Cheers!
torviewtoronto
July 1 at 7:08 pmbeautiful pictures and yummy food looks wonderful
Marguerite
July 3 at 9:20 amSounds like a fabulous place. Those Lobster Rolls are “to die for”! Thanks so much for stopping by and for your nice comment. It’s so nice to meet you!
RavieNomNoms
July 7 at 6:10 amOh wow look at all that delicious food!! It looks like a fabulous place to go, thanks for sharing it with us!
Magic of Spice
July 8 at 5:16 pmI have not been but I like the look and sound of this place…delicious!