Downtown
Bars, breweries, and nightlife in Downtown, Santa Cruz
Downtown Santa Cruz is the heart of a classic California beach-and-college town, home to UC Santa Cruz and a long-standing surf culture, and its bar scene reflects both. BarFinder lists 72 venues, with wineries leading alongside a strong bar and sports bar presence plus breweries and cocktail bars. Stonehouse Bar & Grill and The Abbey sit near Madson Wines and Asti, giving the downtown a mix of casual and wine-forward options. A lively downtown for a city of Santa Cruz's size.
