Abbott Square Market - Santa Cruz

Lots of options with an outdoor seating area. Definitely a local favorite.

Very fun and variety rich market square. Quality music can be heard Fridays much of the year. There is a beer Garten seving craft brews from many local high quality breweries, Bar, Hamburger Joint and desert Cafe amongst other food places. You can come and go as you please too. Abbott Square has a quite intimate feel for an outside venue with ample table seating and standing room, pleasant lighting and a very artsy feel. Dogs seem welcome too. Parking is surprisingly good for downtown Santa Cruz. I am a musician who has played there and they provide a professional sound system run by a competent sound person that keeps things under control, not too loud and well balanced. Much dancing occurs at most shows. I recommend checking it out. Thanks

Chill spot with great food and drink choices. Something for everyone, you can't go wrong! But I gotta say the arepas are outstanding and the pizza looks legit too but I didn't try it.

Excellent variety of food choices, drinks available and live music.

Excellent variety of food choices, drinks available and live music.