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Aquarius Santa Cruz

June 30 by Priscilla 10 Comments

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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

Aquarius

175 West Cliff Drive

Santa Cruz, CA  95060

Located adjacent to The Dream Inn, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

Happy 4th of July!

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Category OC Dining| Restaurants| This week's obsession.... Tags Aquarius| Santa Cruz| The Dream Inn

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  1. Nami @ Just One Cookbook

    July 1 at 1:12 am

    Hi 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!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  2. Angie's Recipes

    July 1 at 4:27 am

    I would love to visit the restaurant too! Foods look marvelous.
    That crab wonton appetizer looks especially yummy!

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  3. rebecca

    July 1 at 6:53 am

    stunning place enjoy the weekend

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  4. Jessica

    July 1 at 8:56 am

    That 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!

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  5. Adora's Box

    July 1 at 10:44 am

    Beautiful views and food! I love seafood and the pictures are making me drool. The filet mignon looks so good, too.

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  6. Lentil Breakdown

    July 1 at 5:49 pm

    Hi 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!

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  7. torviewtoronto

    July 1 at 7:08 pm

    beautiful pictures and yummy food looks wonderful

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  8. Marguerite

    July 3 at 9:20 am

    Sounds 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!

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  9. RavieNomNoms

    July 7 at 6:10 am

    Oh wow look at all that delicious food!! It looks like a fabulous place to go, thanks for sharing it with us!

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  10. Magic of Spice

    July 8 at 5:16 pm

    I have not been but I like the look and sound of this place…delicious!

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