la Posta

4.8

2332 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

30 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 24 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Great for fine wines

Select from a menu that features dishes composed of locally sourced ingredients as well as house-made pastas, naturally leavened breads and pizzas from our brick oven.

Because we rely on the bounty of the Santa Cruz farming community, our menu changes frequently and features a wide array of specials. La Posta’s all-Italian wine list includes autochthonous varieties from small producers, by-the-glass and by the bottle.

La Posta adheres to the Monterey Bay Seafood Watch Program and is a certified City of Santa Cruz Green Business.

We are so thankful for the incredible support from our customers and community.

We will continue to adjust our service based upon best practices for keeping our staff and community safe.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Californian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(831) 457-2782
Website
http://www.lapostarestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Rodrigo Serna
Private party facilities
la Posta offers special menus for large parties. The entire restaurant can be reserved for seated parties up to 60. Please contact the restaurant for details. la Posta charges a service gratuity of 20% for parties of 5 guests or more.

Location
538 Seabright Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Area
Santa Cruz
Cross Street
Murray Street
Parking details
We have staged a "parking lot takeover", as we have extended our dining room into a lovely outdoor terrace, complete with heaters and umbrellas. Please utilize available on-street parking. We are so gratful for your patience during this time!
Entertainment
Italian music every Tuesday from 7pm until 9pm
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Popular dishes

OlivesUS$6.00
House marinated mixed olives
Farm SaladUS$12.00
Blue Heron lettuces, sherry-shallot vinaigrette, parmigiano reggian
Zuppa US$16.00
butternut squash soup, crispy prosciutto, creme fraiche, pepitas
Beets US$17.00
marinated, roasted Live Earth beets, Trevino, fennel, walnut cream, ricotta salata
Calamari US$19.00
O2T squid, chickpea purée, salted anchovies, salsa verde
Gnocco Fritto US$25.00
24 month prosciutto di parma, crescenza, pickled onion

Primi

Triangoli US$30.00
pasta Fresca, crescendo, Humbolt chanterelles , balsamic, parmigiano
Fettucine US$29.00
house pasta, manila clams, guanciale, crushed tomato, LP breadcrumbs
Ricotta Cavatelli US$29.00
lamb neck ragu, pecorino romano, mint gremolata

Secondi

Capesante US$34.00
seared scallops and prawns, fregola sarda
Anatra US$34.00
braised duck leg, pan fried polenta, chicories, olives, salsa verde

Contorni

Squash US$12.00
roast Live Earth delicata squash, spiced yogurt, pomegranate
Brussels Sprouts US$12.00
roasted Live Earth sprouts, persimmons, saba

Pizze!

Margherita US$19.00
tomato sauce, basil, bufala mozzarella
Funghi US$24.00
with chanterelles, fontina, caramelized shallots, spinach, garlic cream
Prosciutto US$24.00
with butternut squash, mozzarella, roasted onion, sage
Salsiccia US$24.00
house-made sausage, tomato sauce, kale, burrata, calabrian chili

Dolci & Gelato

AffogatoUS$7.00
vanilla gelato, espresso
Pistachio + Orange Zest Biscotti
- eachUS$0.75
Ricciarelle
almond cookie
- eachUS$0.75
Granita di Caffe con Panna US$8.00
coffee granita, whipped cream, cocoa sprinkle
Zeppole US$12.00
Live Earth farm pumpkin-ricotta zeppole, cinnamon gelato
Pear US$12.00
Freddy’s roasted Highland pears, cinnamon mascarpone, whipped cream almonds
Selection of Italian cheeses US$12.00
Robiola di capra, Castelmagno, Populouchum plum preserves
Gelati
vanilla bean, pistachio, coconut stracciatella, coffee-caramel, chocolate-hazelnut, peach sorbetto
- per scoopUS$3.00

Bread

don't forget the bread!

La Posta BreadUS$10.00
Sourdough made with our 30 year old starter - Sourdough White or Walnut-Rosemary Brown

What 2,332 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Best Overall
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Best Food
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Best Service
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Best Ambience
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Best Value
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Innovative
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Healthy
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Neighbourhood gem
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Great for fine wines
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Great for outdoor dining
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Romantic
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Good for special occasions
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

La Posta offers an exceptional Italian dining experience in Santa Cruz, known for its "high quality, fresh, creative, classy" dishes. Guests rave about its "best Italian food in Santa Cruz," featuring homemade pastas, delicious pizzas, and a thoughtful wine selection. The "outstanding service" and inviting ambiance make it a favorite for special occasions. While patio seating is available, some find it less appealing. Overall, La Posta is praised for its consistent culinary excellence and attentive staff.

2,332 Reviews

M
Mark
San Francisco
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding as always. Pizza is perfect. Interesting pasta special.
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Gabriel
Yosemite
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Engaging staff, tasty wines, well sourced and well thought out dishes. We will return. Thanks.
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Anina
San Francisco
67 reviews
vip
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on 21 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food at La Posta is amazing and on Wednesday there’s wonderful music.
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Angie
San Francisco
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on 21 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the food as always, creative yet simple enough to let the ingredients “talk”. Fabulous service.
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Michelle
San Francisco
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love everything about this place! The wine list, the seasonal fare, the service, all of it!
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Peggy
Sacramento
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing service & delicious food. Wonderful dining experience!
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Lisa
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
La Posta never disappoints. Their food is creative and delicious. I like the atmosphere because it’s casual yet nice.
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elizabeth
Sacramento
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 11 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Consistently great. We eat here once a month and I cannot compliment them enough. Thank goodness for this neighborhood gem.
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Douglas
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 3 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great everything! Wonderful service. True Italian food from different regions. The Rotolo, with chanterelle mushrooms was great. And, the pizza with garlic cream sauce and chanterelle mushrooms was as good as it gets. Almond tart with gelato and tiramisu were outstanding. As good of dining experience you can expect.
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Gloria
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 2 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was excellent including great assist with wine selection. The food never disappoints, but my scallops and prawns were especially tasty. Wonderful evening.
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FAQs

la Posta offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 457-2782.

la Posta is rated 4.8 stars by 2332 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

30 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 24 times today

Order delivery or takeout

538 Seabright Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Murray Street
Area
Santa Cruz
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Californian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
We have staged a "parking lot takeover", as we have extended our dining room into a lovely outdoor terrace, complete with heaters and umbrellas. Please utilize available on-street parking. We are so gratful for your patience during this time!
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Rodrigo Serna
Entertainment
Italian music every Tuesday from 7pm until 9pm
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.lapostarestaurant.com/
Phone number
(831) 457-2782
Private party facilities
la Posta offers special menus for large parties. The entire restaurant can be reserved for seated parties up to 60. Please contact the restaurant for details. la Posta charges a service gratuity of 20% for parties of 5 guests or more.

Featured in

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la Posta

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

100 San Francisco Bay Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Margherita

Fettucine

Capesante

Antipasti

OlivesUS$6.00

Farm SaladUS$12.00

Zuppa US$16.00

Beets US$17.00

Calamari US$19.00

Gnocco Fritto US$25.00

Primi

Triangoli US$30.00

Fettucine US$29.00

Ricotta Cavatelli US$29.00

Secondi

Capesante US$34.00

Anatra US$34.00

Contorni

Squash US$12.00

Brussels Sprouts US$12.00

Pizze!

Margherita US$19.00

Funghi US$24.00

Prosciutto US$24.00

Salsiccia US$24.00

Dolci & Gelato

AffogatoUS$7.00

Pistachio + Orange Zest Biscotti

Ricciarelle

Granita di Caffe con Panna US$8.00

Zeppole US$12.00

Pear US$12.00

Selection of Italian cheeses US$12.00

Gelati

Bread

La Posta BreadUS$10.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does la Posta offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is la Posta restaurant rated?

Is la Posta currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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