Paradise Beach Grille has been recognized as the 2026 Small Business of the Year by Dawn Addis as part of a statewide Small Business Month initiative organized by the California Small Business Development Center Network.
The SBDC Network is a nonprofit that supports entrepreneurs and small businesses across California.
“I’m proud to recognize Paradise Beach Grille as my 2026 ‘Small Business of the Year,’” Addis said in a statement.
Addis said she visited the restaurant following the 2023 winter storms and witnessed “the damage, the debris, and the uncertainty facing this beloved local business.”
“What we see today is a full rebuild driven by resilience, heart, and an unwavering commitment to the community,” Addis said. “Paradise Beach Grille has come back stronger, continuing to serve as a staple of Capitola’s local economy and helping foster a vibrant, thriving coastal community for residents and visitors alike. Today, we celebrate a well-earned achievement. Congratulations!”
TOP PHOTO: The Maier family poses for a photo.