Santa Cruz Dining

A Culinary Destination

Embark on an unforgettable culinary adventure. We welcome you to an enchanting atmosphere, where the cuisine only comes second to the views.

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The View Restaurant & Bar

Kickstart your day with breakfast and a side of fresh mountain air, toast to the sunset while sipping your favorite wine, and celebrate the weekend with our daily Happy Hour. The View features a full bar as well as a covered and heated terrace with panoramic views.

All-Day Menu: 7:00am - 1:30pm

Bar Menu: 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Daily Happy Hour: 3:00 - 5:00pm

Dinner Menu: 5:00pm - 9:00pm

The View

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Indulge Tastefully

Fresh, seasonal cuisine with cozy dining overlooking Santa Cruz and the Monterey Bay. Join us in our dining rooms featuring a full bar or enjoy our covered and heated terrace with panoramic views.


RESERVE

A cheese board with assorted cheeses, fruits, nuts, jam, and bread slices, accompanied by a glass of white wine and a bottle.

In-Room Dining

Enjoy a selection of breakfast, lunch, or dinner delivered straight from The View kitchen to your room.


Place Order

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Live Music

Enjoy local live music overlooking Santa Cruz six nights a week while dining at The View Restaurant & Bar.


Mon - Fri | 5:30 - 8:30 pm
Sunday | 5:00 - 8:00 pm

MUSIC SCHEDULE

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Sandbox Food Truck

The Sandbox is Chaminade's on-site food truck! Serving up summer favorites like birria tacos, burgers, nachos & more. Conveniently located next to our pools, you won't have to go far when hunger strikes. Open select weekends in spring and summer.

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Moon Dinner Series

An annual outdoor dinner series celebrating the scientific wonder of our moon, universe and beyond. Enjoy a chef-curated dinner and discussion with planetary science educators from UC Santa Cruz followed by a telescope viewing overlooking the Monterey Bay. Dates - September 18 and October 16.

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Thanksgiving at Chaminade

Join us on Thanksgiving Day (November 26) and enjoy a festive buffet featuring holiday favorites and beautiful views of Monterey Bay.

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A cozy outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by lush greenery and a scenic view, with people standing and sitting, under a shaded canopy.
A marble table with spring rolls and sauce, fruit platters, and colorful drinks in a bright outdoor setting.
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