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    Laili Restaurant

    436 Reviews
    #2 of 295 Restaurants in Santa Cruz
    ₹₹ - ₹₹₹Mediterranean, Middle Eastern,
    Afghani
    101B Cooper St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-4526
    +1 831-423-4545
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    Overview
    4.5
    436 reviews
    • Excellent65%
    • Very good27%
    • Average6%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible1%
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    CUISINES
    Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Afghani, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
    PRICE
    ₹₹ - ₹₹₹
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    101B Cooper St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-4526
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    1 - 10 of 417 reviews

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Vegetarian/Vegan fare

    Relied on TripAdvisor for this recommendation and we were not disappointed. Naan was delicious (best I’ve ever had!) as was my vegetable wrap. Would definitely return if we lived closer!

    Thank Lara T
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Consistently Awesome

    This is probably my 6th dinner here and it never disappoints! We had a lovely spot on the charming patio & the heaters kept us toasty warm on a chilly evening. I took 2 friends to celebrate a birthday and both raved about the dishes...More

    Thank LGgirl866
    Reviewed 17 April 2018
    Amazing food and service

    I try to treat myself to Laili as often as I can. They have vegetarian options and their waiters are always very helpful and nice.

    Thank Mudget
    Reviewed 10 April 2018
    Lunch Was Lovely in the Patio

    Two friends and I ordered several dishes from the menu of Middle Eastern specialties. We shared a plate of hummus, yoghurt-cucumber dip, curry-like spread and tabouleh with naan. Next came a beet and greens salad, a lamb wrap, and a trout main course. The food...More

    Thank VWriter
    Reviewed 27 March 2018 via mobile
    Can’t wait to go back!

    Wow, what a great restaurant Laili is!! My partner and I went for lunch on a Saturday when we visited the area. I liked the nice ambiance, everybody was super friendly and food was ABSOLUTELY delicious! And price was reasonable. Plus, garage is 1 minute...More

    Thank Akiko O
    Reviewed 6 March 2018
    Lovely Middle Eastern food

    This is a great place with imaginative and unusual food from the middle east. If the day is nice ask to sit outside in their garden which is beautiful and you'll think you're in old Persia!

    Thank Celia S
    Reviewed 3 March 2018 via mobile
    Valentines Day, meh

    We had heard great feedback on Kauai and decided to go there for lunch on Valentines Day. My husband had made reservations. When we arrived, there were several people waiting to be seated, even though there were empty tables. The hostess seemed very flustered and...More

    Thank Anne S
    Reviewed 27 February 2018
    Everything is fine at Laili

    I was very surprised to read that reviewers rated Laili the best restaurant in Santa Cruz. It is fine. The dining room is incredibly loud. The food and service are good. Prices are appropriate; I have never felt cheated. But the menu is not inspired...More

    Thank dcypher2016
    Reviewed 14 February 2018
    Lunch was just OK.

    We didn't have a reservation on the weekend before Valentine's Day, so we ate "at the bar", which was really highboy tables in the back. Turns out we enjoyed the location as it was much quieter than the center dining room. I should start with...More

    Thank 2Klecks
    Reviewed 12 February 2018
    Good food, nice ambiance, on the expensive side for what you got

    We had a reservation and were placed at a table right in front of door so to much foot traffic but someone gets the front. It was not a busy travel time in Santa Cruz but we heard several groups of people without reservations turned...More

    Thank exploring9999

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    Response from Anne w | Reviewed this property |
    I do not know for sure, but I doubt they would as you have to enter patio by going through the restaurant. Also it reeks upscale. I sometimes feel as if I have not dressed up enough, even in casual, sub casual santa cruz... More
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    Restaurant Details

    Rating summary
    • Food
      Service
    • Value
      Atmosphere
    Average prices
    US$ 7 - US$ 22
    Cuisine
    Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Afghani, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner, After-hours
    Restaurant features
    Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar
    Dining Style
    Casual Elegant
    Good for
    Special Occasion Dining, Groups, Child-friendly, Business meetings, Local cuisine, Kids, Romantic
    Open Hours
    Sunday
    5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
    Tuesday
    11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
    5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Wednesday
    11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
    5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Thursday
    11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
    5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Friday
    11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
    5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Saturday
    11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
    5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Location and Contact Information
    • Address: 101B Cooper St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-4526
      (Pacific Avenue)
    • Location: United States  >  California (CA)  >  Santa Cruz
    • Phone Number: +1 831-423-4545
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    Description
    For centuries a five thousand mile trade route has joined the Mediterranean to China through Afghanistan and India. Known mostly for the Silk Trade, the Silk Road has acted as a conduit of ideas, cultures, music, food & spices throughout all of its regions. Laili aims to bring the age old flavors and traditions of the Silk Road to life by creating a positive and relaxing environment with a culturally rich and flavorful dining experience.
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