Fresh, Seasonal Seafood at the Santa Cruz Harbor

At Johnny’s Harborside, our menu is a reflection of the daily catch. We specialize in elevated coastal cuisine and sustainable seafood, sourced directly from local fisherman whenever possible and seasonal ingredients found right here on the coast.

Fresh Seafood and Signature Favorites: Explore a menu that evolves with the season. You will find the freshest oysters, hand-crafted cocktails, and local staples like the Signature Caesar Salad or Jeffrey’s Double Cheeseburger. This is the premier destination for a waterfront lunch or a scenic dinner overlooking the harbor.

Explore the Menus: View the live-updated selections below for today’s fresh catch and chef specials.

Fresh Catch & Coastal Classics
- Our Menus -

Dinner Menu - LIVE UPDATE by Ciera Kash

Discover a seasonal dinner selection featuring fresh Pacific oysters, crisp calamari, and premium steak. This menu updates frequently to reflect the best available seafood and local produce.

Dinner

Lunch Menu - LIVE UPDATE by Ciera Kash

Enjoy a fresh mid-day meal featuring Chef Jeffrey’s signature cheeseburger, steamed mussels, and a classic Caesar salad. Our lunch offerings change with the season to ensure high-quality ingredients.

Lunch

Kids Menu - LIVE UPDATE by Ciera Kash

A dedicated menu for younger guests featuring reliable favorites like fish and chips, crispy chicken tenders, and cheesy quesadillas.

Kids'

Happy Hour

Burger

Special Menus

Taco Night Menu by Ciera Kash

Taco Night

Wiener Wednesday by Ciera Kash

Wiener Night

Lobster Night by Ciera Kash

Lobster Night

Holiday Menu

Easter Menu by Ciera Kash

Celebrate with a comforting holiday menu. Featured dishes include sourdough waffles, fresh pea salad, braised lamb shank, and savory chicken saltimbocca.

Reserve a Table

Exterior of a building with a sign that reads 'Johnny's' and a large fish logo, beige siding, windows, and a staircase with greenery below.
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Overhead view of a wooden pier with a seafood dish, a mixed salad, and a tray of oysters on ice with lemon wedges and dipping sauce.
A frosty yellow cocktail in a martini glass garnished with a lime twist, with two limes on a wooden bar and dark background.
Lobster roll sandwich with lemon wedge and cucumber slices on a white plate
Plate of oysters with lemon wedges on a wooden dock at sunset, with boats in the harbor in the background.
Lobster and crab traps stacked with fishing gear and buoys on a dock near a harbor with boats and clear sky in the background.
A round metal tray filled with ice, containing half shell oysters, lemon wedges, a small cup of mignonette, and a small cup of cocktail sauce, on a wooden surface.
Two glasses of white wine held up against a sunset over the ocean, with the sun near the horizon and reflecting on the water.

Local Roots. Global Technique.

A man with a beard and short hair, wearing a black t-shirt and an apron, holding two large crabs in his hand, standing in the kitchen, and smiling at the camera.

Executive Chef Jeffrey Wall applies Michelin-caliber technique to the best ingredients in Santa Cruz. By partnering with local fleets, the kitchen ensures that the seafood on your plate is as fresh as the view from your table.