Silver Spur

Howdy pardner, saddle up and hitch a wagon to the Silver Spur restaurant for a rootin', tootin' breakfast! This place is a Santa Cruz favorite and has been here a long time. I was meeting the folks last week for some morning eats - let's see how we liked it.

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Closed on Sundays.

Every Saturday, there's a line out the door, so be warned. They are one of the nice places that put out cups and coffee while you wait. Just add your name to the list inside the front door. But Mon-Fri is a lot better and we got a table lickity-split.

The inside has many old west images, which gives it a homey feel. The menu is extensive with scrambles, omelets, pancakes, biscuits and gravy and more. They also have a sizable lunch selection if you are so inclined. They also run different specials every day. We got coffee ($2.50) as soon as we sat down, which is always nice. Our server came quick even though the place was busy. Thank you!

I ordered the Pesto Scramble ($10.50) with tomatoes, mushrooms and cheese. It came with toast and home fries. It was rich in flavor and tasty. The potatoes could have been more browned for me, but they were cooked through, so I just added hot sauce. A big plate of food!

Mom got the French Toast half order ($6.50), which had two slices. Plenty for a filling meal. She said they were good - light and fluffy. I forgot to ask for a bite since I was enjoying mine so much.

Dad got his custom scramble ($10.50) with egg whites, cheese, mushrooms and green onions. Add a fruit cup and you are eating healthy! He was all smiles - he gets this every time and it's a winner.

Things I look for at breakfast places: variety, good portions and delicious food. Silver Spur delivers on all three. No wonder this place is always packed. Santa Cruz is lucky to have this and Zach's downtown. It will get you ready for that dusty trail of a day ahead of you...

Scores out of 10:
Food: 8
Service: 8
Atmosphere: 8
Value for price: 8
Overall: Solid 8