Alderwood Santa Cruz is thrilled to announce the appointment of Mikey Adams as our new Executive Chef, bringing a fresh and inspired culinary experience to our flagship restaurant. Chef Mikey Adams’ culinary journey has taken him across the globe, with notable experience in kitchens in Scotland, India, and with Michelin chefs throughout Northern California. His return to his hometown of Santa Cruz marks a full-circle moment as he reunites with the community he loves, and our vibrant local dining scene.

By focusing on well-designed, consistent execution, Chef Mikey crafts familiar yet surprising dishes. Chef Mikey’s menu will reflect his commitment to crafting dishes that are both cohesive and refined, celebrating the abundance of high quality local ingredients and embracing seasonality for peak freshness and flavor. His love for live fire cooking will be prominently featured.

Under Chef Mikey’s guidance, we aim to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels like home while standing out in the lively downtown dining scene. We invite you to enjoy an unforgettable meal and experience, rooted in a genuine connection to the open kitchen and our community. We are open every Wednesday through Sunday from 5-9PM, now taking reservations via OpenTable.