Sampler Platter
$18.90
Wings, mozzarella sticks, fried asparagus and pickles with marinara.

Steaks, burgers, and grilled seafood anchor American food at The Water Street Grill in Santa Cruz, CA, available for pickup.
Order onlineAmericana Burger
$20.00
A burger with a required choice of cooking doneness.
“This was our second time at Water Street Grill. It did not disappoint during our second visit which was a weekend lunch. We had a party of four and everyone expressed their delight with their meal. We ordered burgers, a chicken sandwich, and pasta. Each was delicious. The service was great and the atmosphere is very inviting. This will be one of our go to spots when visiting Santa Cruz.”
Cowboy Burger -D
$22.00
Cowboy burger with a required doneness choice and optional sides.
Chicken Wings
$15.90
Chicken wings with optional Louisiana sauce, Sriracha, or no sauce.
“Food pretty good. Appetizers like chicken wings and BBQ shrimp are big dish with decent prices… other family members ordered a burger, fish and chips, pasta and grilled cheese, all very delicious.”
Kids Chicken Strips
$12.95
Chicken strips with a choice of French fries or sliced apples.
Grilled Wild Salmon
$28.90
Wild salmon with asparagus and a choice of mashed or roasted potatoes.
“Absolutely fantastic food. Pork chops were juicy and flavorful. Chicken piccata was perfectly cooked. The burger was JUICY. And the salmon also had great flavor. Deserts a hit all around. The best part was the service — friendly and nice. Very warm and welcoming. The place is a must after a long day at the beach.”
Shrimp & Chips
$26.90
Beer-battered shrimp come with fries and homemade coleslaw.
Rib Eye With Lobster Tail
$69.90
12-ounce rib eye and paprika-pepper lobster tail with asparagus.
“Lovely steak and the lady was really pleasant.”
Garlic New York Steak
$39.90
12-ounce steak marinated in balsamic vinegar, topped with roasted garlic.
“Delicious food! My wife loved it, my 2 year-old loved his kid's meal....and my steak was great! Shelley was our server and she was especially great with kids. A hidden gem for sure, highly recommend.”
Famous Mac & Cheese Regular
$20.90
Cheddar-Jack macaroni baked with panko, seared asparagus, plus garlic bread.
“Food is fantastic. My son loves their Mac and cheese. Street parking only but usually not an issue. Take out and dine in options available. Friendly staff and service is very fast.”
Famouse Mac & Cheese Small
$15.90
Macaroni baked with cheddar-jack cheese and panko, topped with asparagus.
“We just discovered this gem of a restaurant. Lovely dining room, exceptionally good service and a wonderful menu. Everything we ordered was yummy. Great seafood, special Mac and cheese, and special chocolate lava cake! We will definitely return, and recommend Water Street Grill.”
New York Style Cheese Cake -D
$12.00
New York-style cheesecake has a dense, creamy filling over a firm crust.
“Shelly was our server phenomenal service attentive to every detail and need at our table do NOT skip dessert try the cheesecake everything hand made in house DELICIOUS!!!!”
Red Velvet Cake -S
$12.00
Red velvet cake, with ice cream available as an optional topping.

At The Water Street Grill, your American food choices include turkey or chicken on grilled buttermilk bread, macaroni baked with cheddar, Jack cheese, and panko, and pork loin with green beans and onions.
Chicken Wings come with spicy Sriracha or mild Louisiana sauce. Shrimp & Chips pairs beer-battered shrimp with fries and homemade coleslaw. Filet Mignon 8 oz comes with broccolini and a choice of potatoes.
Order in Santa Cruz, CA for pickup, dine-in, or delivery. The Ultimate Burger stacks two 8 oz beef patties on a toasted French roll with bacon, mushrooms, and onions, plus lettuce, tomato, and a side.
Our guests love these customer favorites. If you're visiting us these are some of the food options we recommend most often.
The Water Street Grill offers kid-friendly options, including Kids Grilled Cheese Sandwich and Kids Chicken Strips.
Explore our menu to see all the options for your next family meal.