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American Food in Santa Cruz

Steaks, burgers, and grilled seafood anchor American food at The Water Street Grill in Santa Cruz, CA, available for pickup.

Order online

Appetizers

Burgers

Americana 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.”

Sandwiches

Chicken

Seafood

Steak

Pasta

Desserts

Garlic New York Steak

Meet The Water Street Grill

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are your most popular American food options?

Our guests love these customer favorites. If you're visiting us these are some of the food options we recommend most often.

  • Rib Eye With Lobster Tail — A 12-ounce rib eye is served with an 8–10-ounce lobster tail, asparagus, drawn butter and a required potato choice.
  • Garlic New York Steak — A 12-ounce New York steak is balsamic-marinated and topped with slow-roasted garlic, alongside asparagus and your selected potatoes.
  • New York Strip Steak — Choose mashed or roasted red potatoes, a butter option, and steak doneness; asparagus accompanies this 12-ounce Certified Angus New York strip.
  • Filet Mignon With Lobster Tail — An 8-ounce filet and 8–10-ounce lobster tail come with asparagus; choose potatoes, steak doneness, and a butter option.
  • Grilled Wild Salmon — Wild-caught sockeye or coho salmon is served with asparagus and a required choice of mashed or oven-roasted red potatoes.

Do you offer delivery and takeout?

Yes! We offer both delivery and takeout for american food throughout the Santa Cruz area. Order your american food online for convenient pickup or delivery.

Is there a kids menu?

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.