€€€€ • Mexican • Santa Cruz
Experience the best of the Santa Cruz Harbor at Johnny’s Harborside. Led by Chef Jeffrey Wall, our kitchen specializes in local, sustainably sourced seafood. We are located directly above the famous H&H Fresh Fish market in the heart of the Santa Cruz Harbor. This unique connection ensures our catch is as fresh as it gets, moving from the docks downstairs to our kitchen in a matter of minutes.Our menu features a rotating selection of daily fresh catch specials, alongside staples like our chili-fried calamari and famous blackened fish tacos. For those seeking something from the land, we serve high-quality steaks and the best burgers in Santa Cruz.Our dining room offers sweeping views of the water and the iconic lighthouse. Whether you are watching the sailboats at sunset or enjoying a sunny afternoon on the coast, the atmosphere is quintessentially Santa Cruz: casual, authentic, and always welcoming. Join us for legendary Taco Tuesdays and a lively happy hour at our full bar.