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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

Skirt Steak

$36.90

Skirt steak comes with your choice of potatoes and a side of broccoli.

“Our waitress Dina was amazing, very nice!! The service was astounding!! Croquettes were ridiculously great. The calamari is fried to perfection with pepper's that didn't seem spicy. Maybe baby bell peppers? Crispy either way and that's the only way. The skirt steak was cooked to exactly the rarest specifications. I must recommend the Blue cheese butter option. Bourbon chicken and Shrimp is my go to from now on. The side of roasted potatoes with a heap of onions and mushrooms was the business! I will be back for at least half of the dessert menu.”

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.
  • 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.
  • Skirt Steak — The skirt steak is served with broccoli and a required choice of mashed or oven-roasted red potatoes.
  • Americana Burger — Optional side selections include French fries, onion rings, potato twisters, or side salad, alongside a required doneness choice.
  • 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.