Owl's Nest
Build-Your-Own Bowl Cafe, Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Good vegan options ★ 3.9 (57) · $$ · Cafe · American, Western · Hours
Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating wifi Wifi
Popular tips: "Customize your own bowl by selecting grains, two mains, a hearty scoop, four sides, and toppings."
Must-try: buddha bowl, bowl
Praised for: friendly service
Owl's Nest is a plant-based cafe on the UCSC campus offering customizable bowls with grains, mains, sides, and toppings, priced around $16. The venue has outdoor seating and a wheelchair-accessible environment—ideal for quick yet nutritious breakfasts and lunches. Staff are attentive in helping identify vegan items, although menu vegan labeling could be clearer.
schedule
Hours
Sunday Closed
Monday 8 AM-5 PM
Tuesday 8 AM-5 PM
Wednesday 8 AM-5 PM
Thursday 8 AM-5 PM
Friday 8 AM-4 PM
Saturday Closed
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541 Porter-Kresge Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95064
Vegan Friendliness
iGood vegan options
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- VEGAN OPTIONS Some · 3–5 dishes
- MENU Unclear in places
- STAFF Knowledgeable
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