Fusion Fare Restaurant — Restaurant in Santa Cruz

Everything was hot, flavorful, and ridiculously good. I wasn’t just eating—I was having a full-on flavor moment. The kind that makes you close your eyes after the first bite and whisper, “Oh my goodness!!!!"

The food came out steaming, the flavors were bold but balanced, and every dish had that “just one more bite” energy (until I realized I ate the whole thing). They’re clearly not afraid to play with spice, texture, or creativity—and it works. The chef and owner is super sweet and I can feel his passion for food in his cooking.

The vibe is super chill next to Red Room. The service? Super friendly. The food? A full-on main character energy. Honestly, 10/10—already dreaming about my next visit and I have to hop over a few mountains to...

Fortunate to find Fusion Fare! Earlier this week we gave Santa Cruz’s new Downtown restaurant Fusion Fare. Owner Chef Mo is a classically trained Professional Chef applying inspired variations of Sichuan dishes, and the results are amazing! We tried the Chicken Coconut Curry (deftly seasoned), Crispy Pepper Chicken (fried to perfection), Stir Fried Eggplant (so fresh), Sesame Lotus Root with Vegetables (beautifully prepared), and a crazy fun spin on Mapo Tofu (adding Mozzarella Cheese!). We also had Sautéed Duck which showcased what Fusion Fare is really all about; all their dishes were seasoned to perfection! Plenty of Vegan options and Student Friendly! Open Late. Do yourself and Santa Cruz a favor and hit this...

After a long day at the Boardwalk, we stopped by Fusion Fare for a late dinner with our family of five—and we’re so glad we did! Even close to 10 PM, they were still open, and we found street parking quickly.

The food was phenomenal. We ordered the chicken dumplings, black pepper fried rice, sweet & spicy noodles, kung pao chicken, and the beef noodle bowl—every dish was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked.

What really stood out was the warm and welcoming service. The hostess was incredibly friendly and even joined us for a quick round of Down by the Banks, which made the experience even more memorable.

Easily one of the best meals we've had in Santa Cruz. Fusion Fare is now our must-visit spot whenever...