Panette P.
11/1/2025
Gave four stars instead of five because I waited at the front door while the staff stood in the galley on their phone, ignoring the business and customer (me) waiting at the front door for five...
El Palomar
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(1,135)
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1336 Pacific Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Join us for lunch, dinner, weekend brunch or our weekday happy hour specials. Since El Palomar's opening in 1983, Jose and Amelia Espinoza have been serving Santa Cruz unique and fresh Mexican cuisine inspired by authentic family recipes. Our commitment to excellence has continuously earned El Palomar the award of "Best Mexican Restaurant in Santa Cruz." El Palomar boasts a full bar with an extensive, hand-picked tequila selection. Join us every Monday through Friday from 3:00 to 6:00 pm for happy hour specials on our house margaritas and 100% agave margaritas. You can also enjoy our beer on tap. We also feature a Taco Bar for those on the go, as well as banquet and catering services to bring the experience to any event or location. Come see us at our Taco Bar! The hours of operation are: Wednesday & Thursday: 11:30 am - 8 pm Friday: 11:30 am - 9 pm Saturday: 11 am - 9 pm Sunday: 11 am - 8 pm Taco bar closed Monday & Tuesday
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Reviews
3.5(1,135)
Aurelia J.
7/22/2025
So we've been going to El Palomar for 20+ years and it's definitely had its fluctuations, but this last visit on 7/12 just wasn't up to their previous standard. Here you go: Food - 3/5: the free...
DJ P.
1/7/2026
We were in town from TX and had a craving for Mexican food. So we decided to visit here. We were seated immediately with good service. We had 8 guests in all, but our food came out quick and good....
Kimberley H.
11/23/2025
First time here we met friends that were visiting California for lunch. It's a little deceiving to find because it's in the back of the building. But a very pretty restaurant great architecture....
Silpa D.
12/28/2025
Everything tasted fresh and full of flavor. You can tell the ingredients are quality and the recipes are authentic. A great spot for real Mexican food--simple, satisfying, and delicious.
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