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Mexican
Acapulco Restaurant
1116 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA; Tel. 831.426.7588
Mexican restaurant. Traditional Mexican favorites like steak piccata and chile relleno suiza. $
El Palomar
1336 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA; Tel. 831.425.7575
Gorgeous landmark location, festive Mexican menu—this full-service dining palace has it all. The tequila list is endless (don’t miss the midori margaritas), while spicy lunch legends include the crisp sope, creamy chicken tostada and signature snapper tacos. Salmon with guajillo sauce, and classic red pozole are among the menu stars, especially served with an order of warm house-made corn tortillas. The bar scene is lively and the all-day taco arcade offers fresh burritos, quesadillas, tacos and endless salsa. $$
La Cabaña
2332 Mission St., Santa Cruz, CA; Tel. 831.427.7261
Lunch at Santa Cruz's Taqueria La Caba-a specializes in soccer, salsa and serious tacos.
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D'La Colmena
129 W. Lake Ave., Watsonville, CA; Tel. 831.724.4544
I love surprises. Though tempted, I force myself not to look at the last page of a book so that every moment unfolds in the fullness of its own time. You can leave a wrapped package with me and know I won't open it until your bidding, however long the wait.
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Manuel's
261 Center Ave, Aptos, CA; Tel. 831.688.4848
The favorite late-night destination for the Aptos crowd serves up hot platters of flavorful enchiladas and chile rellenos alongside ice-cold margaritas. $$
La Mission
1719 Mission St, Santa Cruz, CA; Tel. 831.426.3564
Mexican restaurant. A neighborhood establishment with no gimmicks, on-target cooking and authentic flavors. $
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