Saloio Bar — Restaurant in Santa Cruz

We visited several times — and loved it every time! The food is delicious, and the staff is kind, attentive, and welcoming. The atmosphere feels truly homey, and you feel cared for from the moment you arrive.

Once, we asked for sandwiches in advance for a hike, and they kindly prepared everything for us. They always gave great recommendations and made us feel at home.

Big thanks to the whole team — we’ll...

A great local spot away from the tourist areas. The place is mostly visited by locals, but we were warmly welcomed — the staff spoke English and were very friendly. The food was homemade and full of flavor, especially the grilled meat, which was perfectly cooked. Prices are very fair, and the atmosphere is relaxed and genuine. Definitely worth a visit if...

They make their ponchas—rum and fruit liquor—on the spot to order. The Fisherman’s poncha, with lemon peel and lemon juice was something to kill for. A very local place – if you like that kind of thing. I do. And the guys at the bar...