El Palomar Restaurant

El Palomar Restaurant Serving Downtown Santa Cruz since 1983 with unique & fresh Mexican cuisine! 🔥
Our Taco Bar is OPEN Wednesday - Sunday 🌮 You can also enjoy our beer on tap.
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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 extens

ive, 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. 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 - 8:30 pm
Friday: 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
Saturday: 11 am - 9:30 pm
Sunday: 11 am - 8:30 pm
Taco bar closed Monday & Tuesday

A fresh-made tortilla is the foundation of a great taco. 🙌🌮
08/27/2026

A fresh-made tortilla is the foundation of a great taco. 🙌🌮

The sun is setting on another beautiful weekend here in Santa Cruz ☀️ End it on a high note with a cocktail or two from ...
08/24/2026

The sun is setting on another beautiful weekend here in Santa Cruz ☀️ End it on a high note with a cocktail or two from El Palomar 🍹

08/22/2026

Soup of the day: Tequila 😉🍹

Nothing warms the soul quite like a bowl of homemade soup. 🥣❤️ Stop by and treat yourself to a comforting meal made with...
08/18/2026

Nothing warms the soul quite like a bowl of homemade soup. 🥣❤️ Stop by and treat yourself to a comforting meal made with fresh ingredients and authentic flavors!

🦐 Charbroiled snapper, skirt steak, prawns, and octopus & shrimp ceviche -- Our Jose's Special is a crowd favorite for a...
08/14/2026

🦐 Charbroiled snapper, skirt steak, prawns, and octopus & shrimp ceviche -- Our Jose's Special is a crowd favorite for a reason. 😋

We've got the tacos. 🌮 All we're missing is you 🥰
08/12/2026

We've got the tacos. 🌮 All we're missing is you 🥰

Brunch is SERVED! 🍳 Will you be joining us today?
08/09/2026

Brunch is SERVED! 🍳 Will you be joining us today?

Sea something you like? 😉 We've got many delicious, fresh seafood options on our menu. If that's your jam, come give the...
08/06/2026

Sea something you like? 😉 We've got many delicious, fresh seafood options on our menu. If that's your jam, come give them a try! 🌊

One of our favorite views. 😍
08/03/2026

One of our favorite views. 😍

Take a break and treat yourself to a delicious lunch today at El Palomar! 🥗
07/31/2026

Take a break and treat yourself to a delicious lunch today at El Palomar! 🥗

Address

1336 Pacific Avenue
Santa Cruz, CA
95060

Opening Hours

Monday 11:30am - 9pm
Tuesday 11:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 11:30am - 9pm
Thursday 11:30am - 9pm
Friday 11:30am - 10pm
Saturday 11am - 10pm
Sunday 11am - 9pm

Telephone

+18314257575

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