What are your business hours?

We are open from 11 AM to 10 PM, Monday through Thursday, and from 11 AM to 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. We are closed on Sundays.

Do you take reservations?

Yes, we highly recommend making a reservation to ensure availability, especially on weekends and holidays.

Where are you located?

We are located at 790 Mariner Park Way, overlooking the beautiful harbor.

Do you have outdoor seating?

Yes, we have a patio area with outdoor seating, perfect for taking in the harbor views while you dine.

Do you offer takeout or delivery?

Yes, we offer takeout and delivery services through our website and third-party delivery partners.

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Aldo's Harbor Restaurant in Santa Cruz

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Aldo's Harbor Restaurant, a premier Restaurant in Santa Cruz, CA, offers an exceptional dining experience with breathtaking views of the marina. Located at 790 Mariner Park Way, Aldo's Harbor Restaurant is the perfect spot to enjoy fresh seafood, steaks, and pasta dishes in a cozy and intimate atmosphere. Our chefs use only the freshest ingredients to create mouth-watering dishes that will satisfy any palate. Whether you're looking for a romantic evening out or a night out with friends, Aldo's Harbor Restaurant is the ideal choice. We pride ourselves on our exceptional service, extensive wine list, and stunning views of the harbor. As a top-rated Restaurant in Santa Cruz, we strive to provide an unforgettable dining experience for our guests. Come visit us today and taste the difference for yourself!

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Aldo's Harbor Restaurant serves up fresh seafood and Italian dishes in a scenic waterfront setting. While some dishes can be pricey, the generous portions and attentive service make it a great choice for special events or romantic evenings.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

OpenTable: 4.6/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Zomato: 4.3/5

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Jeff Meyer -Google user

2 months ago

We love this dog friendly outdoor restaurant along the harbor. Their hours are limited to breakfast and lunch. They also aren’t open on rainy days. But on a sunny day it’s a great spot to get a bite and Fido can come...Read More

Dine inBrunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Fish TacosPlenty of parkingPaid parking lot, Free street parkingIf you park in the harbor lot you have to pay. If you’re willing to walk a short distance you can park on the street for free.

Monica Ifland -Google user

11 months ago

Great staff. Lots of shade available. Having a bar window available while you wait for your table was a HUGE hit. Offering breakfast items until close was another win. Fish and chips on point. Breakfast scramble (bacon) a great brunch...Read More

Dine inBrunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Fish and Chips, Fish TacosPlenty of parkingPaid parking lot, Free street parkingOn a busy summer weekend, we still found paid spots in the harbor. If you’re open to walking. Neighborhood street parking not far. Water taxi available all around the harbor.

Tobias Smulders -Google user

6 years ago

The food here was really excellent! We had a party of 4. Calamari appetizer to start was very good. 2 sets of fish tacos that were excellent. Cioppani seafood stew was amazing. The blackened fish sandwich was so good also. Having an amazing location...Read More

Danny Duarte -Google user

3 years ago

Such a cool spot where one can enjoy the amazing weather and the views of the harbor with all the boats. Dog friendly restaurant for sure - all the servers were exceptionally and helpful. It’s gets really back once lunch hours started. Love how...Read More

Kelly Drake -Google user

3 years ago

Great fresh seafood. Excellent thick New England Clam chowder. Wish they would have served the calamari appetizer and soup before bringing out the main courses. Took a while to find since they moved away from their old location and now more in...Read More

Dine inLunch$100+

David B. Karpf, MD -Google user

Edited 2 years ago

Lovely location, overlooking the Santa Cruz Harbor. Great service. My Prawn quesadilla was delicious, as were our cocktails, but my wife's Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos were less than spectacular. We will definitely come back (just won't order the fish tacos again. Had brunch...Read More

Dine inLunch$20–30

Bonnie Robinson -Google user

2 years ago

Delicious breakfast, family and pet friendly, nice view of the boats. Remember to pay for your parking and get there early for good parking spots and seats.

Dine inBreakfast$20–30Atmosphere: 5Crab BenedictPaid parking lotKid's breakfast menu

Teresa Mersereau -Google user

7 months ago

The French toast is on my top 5 list of best French toast in the country. We had to wait for our table…but due to the location we were able to take a nice walk to the lighthouse. There were plenty of benches nearby facing...Read More

Dine inBrunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Hamburger, Harborside Breakfast with French ToastPlenty of parkingFree parking lot

Todd L -Google user

4 years ago

Food is amazing! Casual dining outside in the great weather. Best calamari we have ever had!

Jim Holtan -Google user

4 years ago

Aldo’s is a wonderful restaurant on the Santa Cruz harbor. Displaced several years ago by seawall reconstruction, they haven’t lost a beat. They’ve set up kitchen in a modular building along the harbor front with a wonderful patio area. Menu has pretty much stayed the same,...Read More

Rebecca Lillo -Google user

2 years ago

This is a family favorite. The crab eggs Benedict is absolutely delicious! The fruit was fresh and juicy, the hash browns were crispy. We also had mimosas and they were so yummy. You can't beat the setting right by the harbor. ...Read More

Mary Breeding -Google user

2 years ago

Calamari is the best I've eaten anywhere! Cod sandwich was excellent on the fugasia bread.

Atmosphere: 5

Lynne Watanabe -Google user

11 months ago

We love Aldo’s next to the harbor! Such a casual Santa Cruzian experience to dine next to the boats. If you’re a weekend boater you should enjoy a great relaxing meal, then go out and enjoy the rest of your day. If you like to...Read More

Dine inBreakfast$30–50Atmosphere: 5Eggs BenedictSomewhat difficult to find parkingPaid parking lotIf going on the weekend it can be very crowded. The spaces are narrow and you must pay because the will give you a ticket if you don’t come back at your allotted time. 😢 We got a ticket when we forgot about the time!

J Simon -Google user

a year ago

Our family’s go to for great food and ambience. Yes, it’s better if it’s sunny and not too windy since there is only outdoor seating. That said, the food is consistently good, servers are friendly and professional. Favorite dishes: fish sandwiches and their awesome clam...Read More

Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Cioppino, Clam Chowder, Calimari and Chips

Kristen Graziadei -Google user

2 months ago

Loved, loved, loved this gem of a restaurant tucked in next to the marina in Santa Cruz. Breakfast and lunch are served until 3PM (please check current hours just to be sure). Our omelette was delicious as well as was the service and ambience. Although...Read More

Atmosphere: 5

Ashley Benson -Google user

5 months ago

Aldo's is one of our favorite brunch spots..great drinks, amazing bread, and you can't forget the fried calamari with ample tentacles! Everything we've ever ordered there is delicious. First come first serve so expect to wait on beautiful days but the harbor provides a nice place to...Read More

Dine inBrunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Eggs Benedict, Calimari and Chips, Hamburger

Rebecca Clare -Google user

Edited 2 months ago

The clam chowder was really good! It was so tasty and full of flavorful vegetables. It wasn’t potatoes like you often get. I would definitely eat there again. The grapefruit juice had to be fresh squeezed! Excellent comes to mind! I know you’re thinking...Read More

Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Reservations not requiredNot sureNo special eventPlenty of parkingPaid parking lot, Free street parking

David Langston -Google user

5 months ago

Great outdoor restaurant down by the harbor. My Bloody Maria was tasty and the fisherman's platter was fresh and well prepared. If the weather agrees, when in Santa Cruz this is one of our go-to locations. Also dog friendly so bring the...Read More

Atmosphere: 4Quiet, easy to talk3-4 peopleNo waitOutdoor patio / terracePlenty of parkingPaid parking lot

Loredo Group Realty -Google user

a month ago

Love the food. The staffs are attentive and welcoming! Parking is available as well.

Dine inBrunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Plenty of parking

Doug Haines -Google user

8 months ago

Hidden away a bit, right on the water. This outdoor eating has awesome, though a bit pricy food. We come regularly for breakfast. Can be a bit chilly so bring a layer, but the food will not disappoint. Stroll out to the...Read More

Dine inBreakfast$10–20Atmosphere: 5

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