Desserts in Santa Cruz

Explore the desserts menu at The Water Street Grill, your go-to spot in Santa Cruz, CA for dine-in sweet treats.

Popular Desserts to Try

Chocolate Lava Cake -D

$16.00

Ice cream with a crisp fried coating creates a hot-and-cold dessert.

“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.”

Tiramisu -D

$12.00

Tiramisu is a layered coffee dessert with mascarpone and cocoa.

“Turkey burger was fire. Fries was well cooked and properly seasoned. Tiramisu dessert was delicious.”

Killer Chocolate Cake -D

$12.00

A baked chocolate cake surrounds a molten center for a warm dessert.

Made with Care at The Water Street Grill

The Water Street Grill in Santa Cruz, CA offers a satisfying desserts selection to round out any meal, with something sweet for every craving at the table.

Standout choices include Chocolate Lava Cake -D, Killer Chocolate Cake -D, Tiramisu -D, New York Style Cheese Cake -D, and Bread Pudding -D, each a worthy finish to your meal.

Visit The Water Street Grill in Santa Cruz, CA to enjoy desserts your way — whether you prefer dine-in, pickup, or delivery to bring the sweetness home.

Desserts to Try

Bread Pudding -D

$12.00

A classic baked dessert made with bread and a soft, custardy center.

“Our waitress, Shelley is the BEST!!! We came in for dinner after traveling from out of State. What a gem! The food was amazing, and Shelley made our dining experience so lovely. We highly recommend this cute restaurant. Get the bread pudding for dessert!”

Butter Cookies Ice Cream Sandwich -D

$12.00

Butter cookies sandwich a scoop of ice cream, with flavors available.

New York Style Cheese Cake -D

$12.00

New York-style cheesecake with a creamy baked filling and firm crust.

Red Velvet Cake -S

$12.00

Red velvet cake is available plain or with optional à la mode.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are your most popular desserts options?

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

Chocolate Lava Cake -D — Its crisp fried coating contrasts with cold ice cream for a familiar warm-and-cold dessert experience.
Tiramisu -D — This layered Italian dessert combines coffee-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, and cocoa for a chilled, spoonable finish.
Killer Chocolate Cake -D — A baked chocolate cake surrounds a molten chocolate center, creating a warm dessert with a soft interior.
Bread Pudding -D — This dessert is baked bread pudding with a soft, custardy texture and classic comfort-food character.
New York Style Cheese Cake -D — New York-style cheesecake provides a rich, creamy baked filling supported by a firm crust underneath.

Do you offer delivery and takeout?

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

Is there a kids menu?

Yes! The Water Street Grill offers kid-friendly options, including Kids Grilled Cheese Sandwich and Kids Mac & Cheese.

Explore our menu to see all the options for your next family meal.