Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.2 out of 5
Impressive | 924 reviews

What User doesn't like about Surf City Billiards Cafe:
A friend of mine recommended this place for a good time. When I showed up the environment was great and people were friendly. That's as far as the plus goes. The food was just OK, the bar staff understandably was backed up with people but it took me 15 minutes just to get a beer. My girlfriend tried to call the bar to come hang out and it took her 5 calls to get thru and after she did the short lady with tatooees at... View all feedback. What User likes about Surf City Billiards Cafe:
Wings have and remain here in an area that offers no variety in wings. As a place that remains in downtown Santa Cruz nightlife, it still remains a place for wings. They are not for hot heads, but if you want a good crispy wing for a decent price. You have it. A Sriracha appetizer that is absolutely delicious. For the price, the share alone is worth the cost. Tawne and Scott delivered incredible service. Has and will... View all feedback.

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5.0 ★ from 12 reviews

Surf City is a special place. With all the small businesses that close during the pandemic cool places to take a drink and a bite become more rare. Surf City ha...

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Yo their cauliflower wings are on point, their honey Sriracha sauce is fire, straight bussin'

Awesome little Pool Hall with great bartenders. Jordan was awesome too, I taught her a new drink and she absolutely knocked it out of the park, made the best on...

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Big staff, billiard tables and darts and pingpong, a little divebar Wing last week to a small comedy show here.

This is my favorite bar to go to in Santa Cruz hands down!! The ambiance, the pool, the drinks, EVERYTHING. The manager Tawni is the MOST kind, welcoming, sweet...

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Sirved
3.8 ★ from 195 reviews
Ashley
20.07.2023 - 19:50

This is my favorite bar to go to in Santa Cruz hands down!! The ambiance, the pool, the drinks, EVERYTHING. The manager Tawni is the MOST kind, welcoming, sweet...

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Ari
20.07.2023 - 19:50

Great staff. Tasty food and some good beers on tap. Nine pool tables, they charge hourly not per game. Ping pong tournaments on Thursday night. Only bar in Sant...

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Wing
20.07.2023 - 19:50

Wings have long been a mainstay in an area where wing options are limited. As a beloved spot in Downtown Santa Cruz's nightlife scene, it remains a go-to destin...

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Matt
20.07.2023 - 19:50

The staff is welcoming and attentive, creating a friendly atmosphere. The bar boasts an impressive selection of unique beers, ciders, and frozen spirits. Howeve...

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Alex
20.07.2023 - 19:50

This is the best pool hall I’ve ever visited! There’s plenty of space and the tables are modern. Additionally, the atmosphere is laid-back, with fun games and g...

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Int Restaurants
4.4 ★ from 462 reviews

The staff is fantastic, and they have pool tables, darts, and ping-pong, giving it a bit of a dive bar atmosphere. I attended a small comedy show here last week...

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