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The Dolphin Restaurant is a classic diner at the end of the Santa Cruz Wharf. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner a half mile offshore in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.

Dining on the Bay
The Dolphin Restaurant is a classic diner at the end of the Santa Cruz Wharf. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner a half mile offshore in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. A favorite of locals and visitors alike you can dine indoors, on the best patio on the Wharf or you can order from our Walk Up/To-Go Window and then sit on a picnic table as you listen to the sea lions just below.
Order classic favorites or unique offerings from our family-friendly menu. There are also delicious choices all day long from our smoker.




Dolphin Delights
From our smokers and the sea

Fisherman's Special
Two hotcakes, one egg, bacon or sausage OR two slices of French toast, one egg, bacon or sausage.

Clam Chowder Bread Bowl
Clams, potatoes, and bacon in a thick and creamy base made with heavy cream, butter, and a special blend of seasonings.

Crab Benedict
Two poached eggs with crab on a toasted English muffin, covered in hollandaise. Served with home fries.

Crab Cakes
Two exquisite crab cakes with housemade tartar sauce. Served with steamed vegetables and your choice of rice or French fries.

Denver Omelette
Ham, cheese, green pepper, and onion. Served with home fries and salsa.

Bacon Burger
Broiled Angus burger with Monterey Jack or American cheese and bacon.
Listen to the sea lions or enjoy the views from picnic tables and benches.Enjoy something yummy from our walk-up/take out window.

The Dolphin is a longtime favorite. They are on the pier where you can dine listening to sea lions bark. The views outstanding and the food is just what I wanted on a pier in the ocean. To celebrate my cousin's 75th birthday, I took her to Santa Cruz. Because she loves seafood, I thought it would be wonderful to eat at a restaurant on the Santa Cruz Wharf. The Dolphin Restaurant is the last restaurant on the Wharf. Teri was delighted with her clam chowder and entree. I chose the blackened swordfish, which looked like a steak. There was no room for dessert after our huge lunch.

Lenak63
7/15/2021