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NEW IN DOWNTOWN SANTA CRUZ

WELCOME TO THE SALTY OTTER SPORTS GRILL

Your Game Day Headquarters

Never miss a moment of the action! With multiple large-screen TVs showcasing your favorite sporting events, you can cheer on your team while checking out our diverse menu. It doesn’t matter where you sit you will have a nearby TV. We turn up the volume on big games so you can hear the action!

NFL, NHL, MLB, UFC, SOCCER - WE GET ALL THE GAMES!!!! 

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We have the best prices for beer in Downtown Santa Cruz! Starting at just $4

 

Our impressive selection of 30 draft taps showcases a diverse array of local and regional breweries Drink Menu For those seeking refreshing alternatives, we carry ciders - American Pie, Bada Bing Cherry cider, and Don't Make Me Blush.

While beer takes center stage, our beverage menu caters to all tastes. We offer a carefully curated selection of red, white, and rosé wines as well as Mocktails and Cocktails Drink Menu

Try one of our signature burgers. The funnelicious burger, Dark n' Stormy Burger and Sticky Bourbon Bacon Burger. Other popular menu items include Halibut and fries, Soft Pretzel Tower, Nachos, Tacos, Quesadillas, Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwich, Tomato Bisque and Grilled Cheese Sandwich. When it's cold out try our Fish Chowder, Clam Chowder, and Chili. Visit our Food Menu to see our complete menu.

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Entertainment for All

  • 🎶 Be your own DJ with our interactive TouchTunes jukebox. We sometimes have live music on Friday and Saturday nights from 7pm-10pm. Check our events page calendar for upcoming events

  • 🎯 Unleash your competitive spirit in our game areas, featuring a pool table, 2 steel tip dartboards, pinball machine, and arcade table game.

  • 🐾 Bring the whole family - we pride ourselves on being kid-friendly and dog-friendly

UPSTAIRS LOUNGE
For a more intimate experience, ascend to our newly opened upstairs lounge. The lounge offers a perfect blend of cozy ambiance and lively atmosphere, ideal for both casual get-togethers and special occasions. Please email hello@saltyottersportsgrill about renting the upstairs lounge for a private party Rentals

BOOK YOUR EVENT WITH US!

Email your details hello@saltyottersportsgrill.com

2 FREE FRONT ROW TICKETS
Win free tickets to the Santa Cruz Warriors home games just by dining at The Salty Otter Sports Grill

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Visit The Salty Otter before or after watching a Santa Cruz Warriors game, show your ticket to your server or bartender and receive 10% off all food and beverage. This is only good for home games.

Want to have 2 FREE FRONT ROW TICKETS to a home game? Just spend $25 per person at The Salty Otter, write your name and email address on the back of your receipt. Your receipt will go in a bucket for draw. 

Please let the bartender or server know you would like to enter.

OPEN FOR BREAKFAST, LUNCH, AND DINNER.

ALL DAY BREAKFAST SERVED!

RESERVATIONS
Please call us (831) 200-8069 if wanting to make a reservation. 

We accept reservations for up to 12 people. Any more than 12 people please email hello@saltyottersportsgrill.com to inquire about our RENTALS

IF WE HAVE A GOOD CROWD, OR THERE IS A GAME ON PEOPLE ARE WATCHING, WE WILL STAY OPEN LATER​. PLEASE TRY TO ARRIVE AN HOUR BEFORE CLOSING TIME!

Winter Opening Hours:

Mon: 12pm-9pm

Tues: 12pm-9pm

Wed: Closed

Thurs: 12pm-9pm

Fri: 12pm-11pm

Sat: 11am-11pm

Sun: 11am-9pm

Kitchen Hours:

Mon: 12pm-8:30pm

Tues: 12pm-8:30pm

Wed: Closed         
Thurs: 12pm-8:30pm

Fri: 12pm-10pm

Sat: 11am-10pm

Sun: 11am-8:30pm

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WE SHOW ALL GAMES - NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL - JUST ASK!

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10% off food & beverage for first responders and veterans with ID Every Day! 

Thank you for your service.

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CONTACT

110 Walnut Ave,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

(831) 200-8069

hello@saltyottersportsgrill.com

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© 2025 by The Salty Otter

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk’s vintage rides and 1911 Looff Carousel and the Giant Dipper ro

Visit our neighbors - Santa Cruz Boardwalk

OPENING HOURS

Monday - 12pm-9PM

Tuesday - 12pm-9pm

Wednesday - Closed

Thursday - 12pm-9pm

Friday - 12pm-11pm

Saturday - 11am-11pm

Sunday - 11am-9pm

We have a pool table, pinball, 4 player
Pac-Man arcade table, TouchTunes.

 

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