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Walnut Avenue Cafe


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4.5 of 5 stars 34 ratings
34 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
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4.0 of 5 stars
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#8 of 229 restaurants in Santa Cruz
  • Address: 106 Walnut Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-3913
  • Phone:  (831) 457-2307
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( 1-10 of 19 )
5 of 5 stars
Davis, CA
Oct 12, 2008

In town and tired of the beach front scene...then head downtown to this great place for breakfast. On the weekends, you will probably have to wait. But relax and soak in the local scene. Great food, great prices. Try the french toast with bananas and walnuts, its to die for! A great way to start the day. Do not miss... more

5 of 5 stars
Essex UK
Oct 2, 2008

We stopped in here for lunch while passing through town on our way to Carmel. Didn't know anything about the town so no clue as to where would be good to eat. Managed to park up in Walnut Ave and discovered this delightful cafe and decided try for a table although it looked pretty busy. Luckily we were seated immediately... more

5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 30, 2008

Yummy breakfast. more

5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 9, 2008

ALSO MY FAVORITE BREAKFAST PLACE! more

5 of 5 stars
Santa Cruz/Seattle
Apr 22, 2008

Ask for Martha! She's the best! Not only do I recomend Martha but I recomend the Turkey, Avacodo, Cheese Scramble. It's my favorite. You can get whites only if you prefer. The potatoes are heaven but if you want something a little lighter ask for fresh fruit or half the amount of potatoes and fresh fruit. I get the Avacodo... more

4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jan 23, 2008

Only been here once. Long wait but they have self serve coffee which made my day. The food was pretty good as i remember it, and would like to go there again. more

3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Dec 25, 2007

good basic breakfast/lunch place more

4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Dec 17, 2007

second best breakfast place in santa cruz more

3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Dec 17, 2007

While the food is good, the crowds and somewhat rushed feel keeps me from moving it up on my list of favorites. However if you go you should try the Eggs Benedict, some of the best in town. more

4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Dec 11, 2007

Awesome breakfasts! more

Reviews of Walnut Avenue Cafe

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Walnut Avenue Cafe Address

106 Walnut Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-3913
Tel: (831) 457-2307
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.