Barefoot Apothecary
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Barefoot Apothecary

, Santa Cruz, CA

★★★★★4.6(122 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Nestled in downtown Santa Cruz, this apothecary-café hybrid celebrates local makers and artisans, with carefully curated products and a genuinely knowledgeable staff who seem to know everyone in the neighborhood. The vibe is intimate and unhurried—perfect for lingering over a thoughtfully made coffee while browsing unique candles, remedies, and goods you won't find anywhere else. It's the kind of place that feels like a community gathering spot run by people who actually care about creating meaningful connections with each visitor.

What to expect

Specialty drinksTraditional drinksMeetingsSlow sit

Google Reviews

Brianna Villalobos
★★★★★2 months ago

I've always wanted to check out this little store whenever I visit SC. Decided to go during the clam chowder weekend on the boardwalk. Staff was very friendly especially the nice lady at the register. The "Float" gummies behind the counter on the wall caught my eye. Ended up having a small convo with cashier and she was very informative about the edibles. Ended up purchasing them when I came back to the store an hour later to see what else downtown had. 100% would recommend the store. Not just for the gummies lol but for the atmosphere and friendly nature of it.

Paulette Garcia
★★★★★3 months ago

I got a candle from Tina Button Design and I LOVE this store!! Almost everything is made by an artisan, making it unique, the staff is so friendly and knowledgable about downtown, and the interior of the store is a tiny adventure. My husband and I visit Santa Cruz 1-2 times a year and ALWAYS stop in!

Jon Mondor
★★★★★4 months ago

Lovely owner. Fun shop. Carefully selected employees who all have a feel for customer service. This shop is a pillar in the community and I've always felt that they serve the best products around. I will continue to patronize as long as they are here. They've earned my trust over the past 10 years ♥️

lenora a
★★★★★5 months ago

Had a great experience today. The gentleman was very knowledgeable and gave me some very insightful information. I appreciated the time he took to explain and discuss. I'm actually making a small edit. I read thru a few of the other reviews. As a small business owner myself, I was disheartened by the owners comments about their employees. Your shop is for heart opening, finding peace and clarity and clearing of negative energy. May i suggest you discuss such things in a personal and professional manner with your employees. Your energy will cause disruptions in the purpose of your establishment

Kim Sipes
★★★★★5 months ago

Such a neat store! My sister loves this kind of stuff so it’s fun to see that there’s a place nearby with this kind of feel. I see some negative comments about a male worker but the owner is female so I’m not sure why that would warrant a negative review. Especially since she seems like a really sweet person. I vote to empower good female entrepreneurs!

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