Kauboi has Closed as of December 2012

The Kauboi Japanese Grill and Sushi Bar is a welcome addition to the Aptos Sushi Bar and Grill scene…actually, it’s the only Sushi Bar and Grill in Aptos. In fact, it’s the only proper sit-down sushi restaurant in Aptos (not counting Sushi on the Run, which is more a grab-and-go place).

Kauboi is located in the Aptos Village, just after you cross the bridge and enter the village from the north, in the building which formerly housed the Britannia Arms. It has ample parking, and abundant seating inside. They have a full bar, with a wide selection of sake and whiskey and a healthy selection of craft microbrews on tap.

In addition to sushi, Kauoboi also features beef, chicken, and fish which they say is raised (farmed) or harvested in a sustainable manner. They’re open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, and they serve a western-style brunch on Saturday and Sunday.

Tip: make a reservation if you’re planning to come on Friday or Saturday night, as this place has become pretty popular!

Severino’s Bar and Grill is a fixture on the Aptos bar-and-grill scene – of course, there are very few bar-and-grill type places in Aptos they have to share the limelight with. Severino’s is part of the Best Western Seacliff Inn, and given that, patrons shouldn’t expect too many surprises when it comes to the food or drink. This is not a rowdy place; the crowd tends to be on the mature side.

They do offer affordable nightly dinner specials, and a prime rib special on Sundays and Mondays – but come early, as they have been known to run out. They also usually have live music on the weekends, and often have a Jazz band on Thursdays. Happy Hour is every day from 3 to 6 PM, and on Sunday and Monday from 3 to 9 PM and features $3 well drinks and premium draft beers, and $6 appetizers.

Tip: try the clam chowder – it’s good!