z-rant Menu and Prices

43 menu items · 8 categoriesUpdated June 6, 2026

The name of z-rant sounds a bit temperamental, but you have to go and see for yourself what it sells. But the name alone makes people feel unusual-suitable for those who are tired of chain store routines and want to find something new. It's best to do some homework before you go, but believe me, even if you walk in here empty-handed, you will still encounter some accidents.

The Sandwiches

  • Duck, Duck Chicken

    $12.99

    Slow - roasted duck, chicken liver & fig pate, mushroom ragout, arugula, grapefruit vinaigrette.

  • The Concession

    $8.99

    Slow roasted pork tenderloin, fresh pear, bleu cheese neufchatel spread, juicy dried cranberries, arugula, basil cashew pesto.

  • Lil' Bo Peep

    $11.99

    Roasted lamb, arugula, black pepper, brown sugar grilled pear, sprouts, pistachio - mint aioli.

  • Swill 'N Swine

    $8.99

    Magner’s cider, harpoon ufo, cilantro braised pork shoulder, chili flakes, muenster cheese, chorizo - apple chutney.

  • Roast Beast

    $9.99

    Horseradish - roasted beef, whipped garlic, sprouts, cheddar, bleu cheese neufchatel spread.

  • The Middle East

    $9.99

    Grilled eggplant, tabbouleh, spinach, feta, pistachio, moroccan olives, hummus.

  • Soylent Green

    $9.99

    Panko - fried green tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, arugula, marinated portabello mushroom, basil cashew pesto.

  • Lox Of Love

    $10.99

    Smoked salmon, raw red onion, capers, roasted roma tomantos, sprouts, bleu cheese neufchatel spread.

  • Raise The Stakes

    $11.99

    Grilled flank steak, mushroom onion ragout, brie, arugula.

  • B. A. R. T.

    $7.99

    Applewood - smoked bacon, swiss, roasted roma tomato, arugula & spinach, saffron aioli.

  • Grilled Lactose Gold

    $8.99

    Cheddar, muenster, swiss, arugula, roasted roma tomato, dijon aioli.

  • Porkage In A Pear Tree

    $12.99

    Slow roasted pork tenderloin, fresh pear, bleu cheese neufchatel spread, juicy dried cranberries, arugula, basil cashew pesto.

  • Z Platter

    $12.99

    A sampler with z rant's signature creations! Sweet potato latkas, fried green tomatoes, kiss my cheesy grits, garlic & chive dip spinach, arugula & roma roasted tomato salad with a grapefruit vinaigr

Lunch Sides

  • Fried Green Tomatoes

    $3.99
  • Veggie Cous Cous Salad

    $3.49
  • Sassy Pita Chips

    $1.99
  • Soup O' The Day

    $3.99

Daily Brunch

  • Scrambles

    $0.00

    Your choice of egg, tofu, or egg whites. All scrambles come with the choice of home fries or wheatberry toast. Put it on a wrap for $1 (recommened).

  • Iron Fist

    $6.49

    Tabbouleh, tomato, white onion, fava beans.

  • The Mediterranean

    $7.99

    Grilled eggplant, tabbouleh, spinach, feta, morrocan olives.

  • Go Green!

    $9.99

    Basil - marinated portobella, fried green tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil cashew pesto.

  • Hella Cheesy

    $8.99

    Cheddar, muenster, swiss, arugula, roasted roma tomatoes.

Daily Brunch - Signature Breakfast Sandwiches

  • The Hangover

    $7.99

    Sunny side up egg, applewood-smoked bacon, avocado smash, cheddar.

  • The California

    $8.99

    Chive neufchatel, cucumber, tomato, avocado smash, sprouts.

Daily Brunch - Heart - Baked Goods

  • How We Cassa'roll

    $7.99

    Cinnamon french toast casserole, brown sugar crumble, applewood - smoked bacon maple syrup.

  • Pie There

    $8.99

    Flaky puff pastry, eggs, spinach, arugula, muenster.

Daily Brunch Sides

  • Sweet Potato Latkas

    $3.49
  • Kiss My Cheesy Grits

    $2.49
  • Applewood - Smoked Bacon

    $2.99
  • Kafta Sausage

    $3.49
  • Veggie Patty Sausage

    $3.99
  • Spinach & Arugula Salad

    $3.99
  • Home Fries

    $3.99
  • Fresh Fruit Plate

    $3.99

Weekend Brunch

  • Bennies

    $0.00

    Served with choice of home fries or spinach & arugula salad, (add on brunch sides $2.49).

  • The Kathy Bates

    $11.99

    2 crispy oat waffles, fried green tomatoes, poached eggs, hollandaise, avocado smash.

  • Smokey Bones

    $12.99

    2 sweet potato latkas, roma tomatoes, poached eggs, smoked salmon, hollandaise, capers.

  • Sour New Yorker

    $13.99

    2 grilled crustinis, roasted roma tomatoes, flank steak, poached eggs, hollandaise, caramelized shallots.

  • Keep Santa Cruz Weird

    $8.99

    2 wheatberry toast rounds, veggie sausage, roma tomato, crispy tofu, hollandaise, sprouts.

Weekend Brunch - Make Waffles Not War

  • Peace Oat

    $7.99

    Crispy oat waffle with fresh maple syrup, add apple cashew butter or maple whipped cream ($1.49).

  • Its Thyme For Lemon

    $9.49

    Lemon & thyme waffles, fresh blueberries, maple whipped cream.

  • Cheddar I Hardly Know Her!

    $10.49

    Savory cheddar waffles, jalapeno cheddar cream, fresh lime add roasted chicken, crispy tofu or sauteed veggies, for $1.99.

  • I Scream, You Scream

    $12.99

    Sweet cinnamon waffle, fresh banana, nutella ice cream, whipped cream, strawberry puree.

Prices may vary by location. Confirm with the restaurant before ordering.