Laili Restaurant

Laili Restaurant "Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean in Downtown Santa Cruz. Enjoy fresh, authentic dishes made with the finest ingredients.
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Join us for lunch or dinner! Tues-Sat: Lunch 11:30-2:30pm | Dinner: Weekdays 5-8:30pm | Weekends 5-9pm." Laili is an expression of the passion found in the Middle Eastern story of star-crossed lovers “Layla and Majnun”, popularized over 1,000 years ago. Rooted in the time-honored flavors of the Silk Road, our cuisine is a delicate balance of the rich flavors of the Mediterranean, infused with a un

ique Afghan twist. It is a dining oasis in the heart of downtown Santa Cruz, where the past meets the present, tradition meets modern customs and passion is realized.

Escape to our beautiful garden patio for lunch at Laili Restaurant. 🌿☀️Tucked away in the heart of downtown Santa Cruz, ...
07/24/2026

Escape to our beautiful garden patio for lunch at Laili Restaurant. 🌿☀️

Tucked away in the heart of downtown Santa Cruz, our peaceful patio is the perfect place to unwind over a delicious lunch. Enjoy fresh Mediterranean flavors, warm house-made naan, crisp seasonal salads, signature kabobs, and handcrafted dishes—all in a relaxing outdoor setting.

Take a break from your day and let us do the cooking.

Lunch is served Tuesday through Saturday from 11:30 AM–2:30 PM.

📍101 Cooper St., Santa Cruz
Reserve your table or simply stop by—we can't wait to welcome you!

07/21/2026

What's Your Favorite Dish at Laili? 💙🍽️

We love seeing the dishes our guests come back for again and again! Whether it's your first visit or your fiftieth, we want to know...

If you could recommend just ONE dish at Laili Restaurant, what would it be? 👇

🌿 The famous Pumpkin Boranee?
🥩 A perfectly grilled kabob?
🍝 Our house-made pasta?
🐟 Fresh Branzino?
🍰 Or is it the Baklava that keeps you coming back?

Tell us your favorite in the comments—and tag the friend you want to bring with you next time!

We can't wait to see which Laili favorite comes out on top. ❤️

Warm up your evening with our newest seasonal creation—Creamy Artichoke Soup. 🌿Silky smooth and rich with the delicate f...
07/21/2026

Warm up your evening with our newest seasonal creation—Creamy Artichoke Soup. 🌿

Silky smooth and rich with the delicate flavor of fresh artichokes and goat cheese and finished with a swirl of qurut yogurt fresh herbs, and a touch of sumac for the perfect balance of brightness and warmth.

Available starting tonight for a limited time. Join us for dinner and be among the first to enjoy this comforting new addition.

📍 Laili Restaurant | Downtown Santa Cruz
🍽️ Tuesday–Saturday Dinner

End your evening on a sweet note at Laili. ✨ Join us for dinner, then treat yourself to our house-made pistachio baklava...
07/18/2026

End your evening on a sweet note at Laili. ✨ Join us for dinner, then treat yourself to our house-made pistachio baklava—the perfect finish to a memorable meal. We can't wait to welcome you tonight. 🍽️💚

✨ Tonight calls for great food and great company. ✨Unwind with a glass of wine, share a delicious meal, and experience t...
07/18/2026

✨ Tonight calls for great food and great company. ✨
Unwind with a glass of wine, share a delicious meal, and experience the warm hospitality that makes Laili a Santa Cruz favorite. Join us for dinner tonight—we'll save you a seat. 🍷🍽️

Saturday nights are made for slowing down, sharing great food, and making memories with the people you love. ✨Join us at...
07/17/2026

Saturday nights are made for slowing down, sharing great food, and making memories with the people you love. ✨

Join us at Laili for an unforgettable dinner featuring fresh Mediterranean and Afghan-inspired cuisine, warm hospitality, and one of Santa Cruz's most beautiful patios.

Whether you're planning a date night, a family dinner, or an evening with friends, we'd love to welcome you.

Reserve your table or stop by—we'll take care of the rest. 🍷🍽️

📍101 Cooper St., Santa Cruz

Join us in the heart of downtown Santa Cruz and discover your new favorite sip.📍 Laili RestaurantTuesday–Saturday
07/17/2026

Join us in the heart of downtown Santa Cruz and discover your new favorite sip.

📍 Laili Restaurant
Tuesday–Saturday

Come enjoy a Laili Beef Burger on the patio. Charbroiled beef patty served on a brioche bun with Jalapeño chutney, caram...
07/16/2026

Come enjoy a Laili Beef Burger on the patio.

Charbroiled beef patty served on a brioche bun with Jalapeño chutney, caramelized onions, lettuce and tomato, accompanied by roasted potatoes and salad.

Savor lunch in the heart of Santa Cruz while enjoying the season's beautiful weather on our charming patio.
07/15/2026

Savor lunch in the heart of Santa Cruz while enjoying the season's beautiful weather on our charming patio.

Nothing says rainy autumn day like a steamy bowl of butternut squash soup! Prep is in full force this morning for our ne...
11/05/2025

Nothing says rainy autumn day like a steamy bowl of butternut squash soup!
Prep is in full force this morning for our new fall flavor soup.
All house-made, made fresh every single day!

Address

101 Cooper Street
Santa Cruz, CA
95060

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 2:30pm
5pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday 12pm - 2:30pm
5pm - 8:30pm
Thursday 12pm - 2:30pm
5pm - 8:30pm
Friday 12pm - 2:30pm
5pm - 9pm
Saturday 12pm - 2:30pm
5pm - 9pm

Telephone

+18314234545

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