Johnny’s Harborside Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Johnny’s Harborside, a delightful New American eatery nestled in scenic Santa Cruz, California. This vibrant restaurant specializes in breakfast, brunch, and seafood, offering a menu that celebrates fresh, local ingredients. Highlights include their Crab Cakes, served with a zesty tartar sauce, and the richly seasoned Clam Chowder that diners rave about.
The seafood selection is impressive, featuring dishes like Fresh Oysters and Blackened Snapper Sandwiches. For those craving something land-based, the Johnny's Burger and Marinated Steak Sandwich won't disappoint. The ambiance is casual yet inviting, making it ideal for family gatherings or romantic dinners, especially with outdoor seating that showcases views of the harbor.
Give in to the temptation of their innovative appetizers and delightful desserts—the Chocolate Mousse is a must-try! At Johnny’s, there's something for everyone, from adventurous foodies to families with kids, making it a go-to spot for both locals and visitors.
Appetizers
Crab Cakes
Tartar sauce, lemon, microgreens.
Clam Chowder
Bowl. Slow simmered clams, carrots, potatoes, celery, fresh bay leaf, thyme.
Steak and Shrimp Skewers
Served over local garlic bread, balsamic drizzle habanero honey glaze.
Blue Crab Stuffed Avocado
Pickled ginger, cucumber serrano slaw, miso ginger aioli, tonkatsu sauce.
Fresh Oysters
Delivered daily, served with horseradish and house mignonette.
Garlic Bread
Toasted local francese.
Fried Calamari
Housemade tartar & cocktail, served with lemon.
Seared Ahi Tuna
Spicy sriracha sauce, sesame seeds.
Roasted Beet Salad
Butter leaf lettuce, goat cheese, pickled rainbow beets, candied walnuts, poppyseed vinaigrette.
Caesar Salad
Crisp romaine, shaved Parm, housemade croutons.
House Salad
Seasonal produce, housemade croutons.
Salads
Sandwiches & More
Fish and Chips
Tempura Alaskan cod, house cut french fries and tartar sauce and lemon.
1/2 lb. Johnny's Burger
Grass-fed Angus beef, local onion roll, honey smoked bacon, pickle, choice of cheddar, Swiss or American cheese, house-cut french fries, or Caesar.
Fish Tacos
Fresh blackened fish, guacamole, marinated slaw, cilantro lime aioli, & tortilla chips.
Blackened Snapper Sandwich
Blackened and pan-fried on francese, lettuce, tomato and cilantro lime aioli, choice of Caesar or house cut french fries.
Marinated Steak Sandwich
Francese, grilled peppers and onions, melted Swiss, choice of house cut french fries or Caesar.
Seared Wild Salmon
Fettuccine Alfredo
Fettuccine smothered in a creamy garlic Alfredo sauce.
Shrimp Scampi
Sauteed prawns, white wine and garlic sauce, tomato, Parmesan, linguine.
Scallops
New York Strip
Certified black Angus, 10 oz. grilled Broccolini, mashed potatoes, bordelaise cream sauce.
Local Halibut
Prawns
Crab Encrusted Baked Salmon
Fresh local salmon, roasted potatoes, sauteed spinach, cilantro lime aioli.
Cioppino
Fresh fish, mussels, bay scallops, calamari, prawns and clams in a spiced herb broth.
Beer Steamed Clams
Herb butter, served with local garlic bread.
Entrees
Kids Menu
Kids Chicken Tenders
3 pieces of fried or grilled chicken breast.
Kids Linguini Pasta
Served with butter and Parmesan cheese.
Kids Fish Sticks
3 kid's sized pieces of fried fish.
Kid's Alfredo Pasta
Creamy sauce with fettuccini.
Kid's Cheese Quesadilla
Flour tortilla with melted cheese & sour cream.