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Cafe Limelight

1016 Cedar St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-3828
831-425-7873
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Ranked #32 of 220 restaurants in Santa Cruz
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- 7 Jan 2013
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Santa Cruz, CA
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2013

Cafe Limelight is casual, intimate and funky. It's a bit like eating over at a friend's house. Always great jazz on the stereo. We have some favorite grilled sandwiches here, but we always get the house-made hummus. It's served with bell peppers, bread, carrots and cucumber. It so so good it's worth trying this place just for it.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 December 2012

I fell in love with this place initially because of the unparalleled panini. I fell deeper in love when I realized that if you sit outside you can bring your dog and order a treat for your pet from a special dogs' menu. But it's the pace and friendliness of this restaurant that's so special. Owner Farouk likes to know... More

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Santa Cruz, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 December 2012

Food is good but the menu is very limited. cozy atmosphere and nice staff. The soups are tasty and paninis yummy.

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Bay Area, CA
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57 reviews 57 reviews
47 restaurant reviews
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 December 2012

I love the paninis here. The salads are very fresh too. It's a cute little restaurant that is decorated very nicely.

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Phoenix, AZ
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35 reviews 35 reviews
21 restaurant reviews
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 August 2012

De-lish panini sandwiches right down the street from Penny Ice Creamery. Make your day that much better and have lunch at Cafe Limelight and a sweet treat at Penny Ice Creamery afterward. My idea of an ideal afternoon!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 June 2012

Came here when the innkeepers of the Adobe on Green Street recommended it. It feels like you are having a meal at a good friend's house. Simple tasty menu of sandwiches, soup and salad, Nice desserts and drinks and great music. A small, casual oasis in downtown.

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Santa Cruz, California
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18 restaurant reviews
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 September 2011

Although I've been at the Limelight many times, this is my first review. The food always takes a little time to reach you..but it's worth the wait. The pannini sandwiches are so mouth watering. The soups creative and tasty. And, since one of the owners comes from the south, you are asked do you want "sweet tea" or "unsweetened" when... More

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Union City, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 September 2011

Came here on a recommendation to try the owner's home made hummus. Boy, was it great. this is a cozy little out of the way place with limited hours and menu that feels like you are in a friend's living room. Hubby had a marvelous grilled sandwich. Everything here looked fresh and good.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 July 2011 via mobile

Food is really good and Ive always gotten good service. They do tend to run out of items often :/

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Marin
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8 restaurant reviews
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2010

Good place for a relaxed meal. Fine quality panini sandwiches. Excellent music, not too loud. Restrooms are shared with other businesses and parking garage. Cordial staff.

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