You cannot beat this place if you are in Guerneville or near you must stop by. Everything is fresh and delicious not to mention the owner and staff are absolutely a delight. I love the fresh baked bread and cookies. It's casual and warm inside, you will feel at home. read more

Had high expectations based on the reviews. Unfortunately, we were very disappointed. The single service pancake was mere but a few bites for $12! Flavor was fine but nothing to rave about. The tri tip sandwich with coleslaw was ok. Not very flavorful at all. Coleslaw was meh. Food took a bit to come out though they weren't busy. The restaurant is pretty casual and part of the hotel. read more

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Love the vibes, good pool view for breakfast, the decor is so fun and makes you want to come back at night for a drink. One thing I thought was rough, are the dogs with no leashes. The guest dogs were all over the place and the owners would chase them and have a free reign on the premises. Overall, she's cute! read more

What a pleasure to spend a meal at Baked on the River during our short stay along Russian river. They blew us away with the flavor with both the scone and the brisket. The scone with gravy was shockingly robust and every bite was full of cheddar and bacon goodness. When they suggest to add extra bacon - just do it! You won't regret the addition as this dish does not disappoint As for the brisket sandwich - with over 14 hours of love and care, the chef was able to pull the peach flavor into the meat. Soft yet firm enough to keep such a magnificent shape in each cut , the meat is supplemented by the perfect textures of the tomatoes and onions. Every item here is 10/10 and coming for a meal here is worth the drive into town regardless where you are from read more

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My wife and I have been to Guerneville many times. On our way to Armstrong Woods, we decided to check out Baked On The River for breakfast. This is a really cute place that is part of a little hotel in town. It has a small indoor section and several tables outside. The decor is fun with nature art, inviting tables and chairs, cool light fixtures, and a friendly staff. I thought it was rather amusing that every table had a Trader Joe's salt and pepper shaker. The menu had a Swedish theme to it. Not big menu, but everything sounded great. I really loved the two dishes we ordered today. The Frittata with Swedish meatballs sounded off at first, but the flavors and textures in this dish were awesome. We also had their Swedish pancakes, which were not as thin as I've had at other places, but I absolutely loved these. They reminded me of the 49er Flapjacks at Original Pancake House. Also, It felt like a perfect amount of food and we left feeling ready for our hike. I highly recommend this place! read more

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I had heard great things about this place so was really excited to see that they'd be open while I was in town. They did not disappoint! It was a Monday morning so it was pretty quiet, so we decided to we would try to eat outside with our dog. She unfortunately could not handle herself when another dog showed up so we ended up taking our food to-go, but it was still amazing. They had told us that they offer house-made doggie meatballs and so they gave us the meatball to take home as well. I got the spicy mocha, and it probably the best spicy mocha I have ever had. The balance between the flavor of the chocolate, the spiciness, and other warm spices was incredible. My partner got the dark mocha, which was also delicious! In terms of food, we got: Pancakes from the North and added a side of egg. The pancake is super thin, almost like a crepe, and comes with sides of whipped cream, syrup, butter, and lingonberry jam. This was absolutely delicious, would definitely get again. Groovy sconed and gravy - this was the extra winner for us because we are pescatarians and don't usually get to find a gravy we can eat! The veg version has cheddar herb scones (regular version is cheddar-bacon) in a gravy (not sure what they use for the gravy, but we did confirm it's vegetarian). The gravy was thick and delicious, the scones were hearty enough to not get totally soaked and soggy, and the poached egg it came with was perfectly jammy. Our dog was obsessed with the doggie meatballs, she gives it 11/10! We got a sweet scone to eat later, which was also divine. I am definitely coming back next time I'm in town! (Without my dog so we can actually eat at the restaurant and have the full experience) read more

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We came in at a busy time so I'm assuming that's why service was so slow .. But no one greeted us or assisted us in ordering There is also a bar here you can order from the bar on the resturant side but you can not order from the resturant while sitting at the bar The bar is connected to the pool the food was very mid the biscuits and gravy was a little dry the pasta was over cooked espresso martini was pre made bar staff were really nice read more

I came here with my husband and a good friend on the recommendation from another friend. We started with a round of cocktails, and the waitress seemed unsure of the drinks. But they came out perfectly and we put in our order for dinner. We all got the lasagna special served with a side salad. I love lasagna and this was like none I've ever had before. I think it was made with ground chicken and a white sauce. It was amazing! My husband had the prix fixe meal which started with split pea soup and ended with mocha cake in addition to the lasagna and house salad. Friendly and helpful waitress and the chef came to check on our food several times. You can sit indoors or outdoors. There was some lovely European bistro music going on in the background and on a Wednesday night, it was pretty quiet in this little restaurant. We'll be back again! read more

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This is a cute restaurant, either a country vibe that is next to the pool area of the r3 hotel. It's a few streets back from the main drag, though worth going out of your way for. I ordered the bacon cheddar biscuits with gravy, though I was informed that they'd run out and substituted the vegetarian biscuit with thyme, though they added bacon on top. OMG, it was so good! My waitress was wonderful for suggesting it. read more

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Horrible burger and stale chips. Very disappointing to say the least. The atmosphere looked nice so we thought you try it out. read more

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The owner and staff at this place just couldn't be nicer. They even delivered to us outside by the bar. The Swedish pancakes were the main draw and they were buttery, eggy and crepe like. Delicious! What a comfortable little gem. read more

Tasty Scandinavian food. It is a little on the pricier side. I loved the chocolate peanut butter scones and got some to go. The cream on the pancakes was also a hit. We had a very nice waitress who was super excited about the scones. Overall cute vibes, I think it might be right next to a day club. read more

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Fresh, delicious comfort food that keeps you coming back. It's hard to choose a favorite, but the Island Style Mahi Mahi sandwich and the veggie scones with gravy are standouts. Plenty of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, all at reasonable prices. Service is consistently great, and the atmosphere shifts with the seasons--either laid-back and relaxed or lively and festive read more

Very cute and cozy spot. The food was amazing and I ate it all before I thought about taking a picture. The tea was perfect and comes in a cup or pot. The pot was adorable. My husband said the coffee was a little burnt but overall ok. Their version is sausage and biscuits are delicious. It was decorated for the holidays and had a fire place going. Definitely worth a stop for breakfast/brunch if in the area. read more

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Service was a bit slow but they did let us know they were understaffed. Food was okay. Nothing too special. Very LGBTQ friendly and welcoming which is always appreciated. Friendly staff. read more

I never leave reviews, but this place deserves a glowing recommendation. The service and food were amazing. I had the avocado toast, which was easily the best I have ever had. The salmon chowder earned a well-deserved award. The lavender mimosa was fantastic as well. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough. read more

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After a day on the River, my husband, sister and I needed sustenance and were dying to try the hotdogs we'd heard about at Baked on the River. We were running up against the clock during the hour in which the restaurant closes between lunch and dinner service, but when we called ahead Helena, the owner, graciously invited us to come regardless and said there would be a place for us. As someone of partial Swedish descent, I was so excited to try these Scandinavian-style hotdogs and was impressed not only by the other traditional Swedish dishes on the menu, but so much more! The hotdogs were everything we dreamed of and needed in that moment and Helena and her staff were so incredibly kind, warm, and generous the entire time we were there. Being that it was a Saturday afternoon at the end of the summer season, we were also privy to a bacchanalian lesbian party happening in front of us across from the restaurant in the pool area of the R3 Hotel. Watching ladies twerk with only some strategically placed electrical tape used as clothing above the waist while we dined in virtual silence (those windows are impressively sound proof!) eating our hot dogs while the long lost Swedish aunt we never knew we had tended to us was surreal and uniquely Guerneville. We loved every moment of it! And we can't wait to come back again and again to try all Baked on the River has to offer. read more

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Baked on the River is a must-visit! We arrived on a Sunday morning and found them super busy. However, we only waited about 5 minutes before getting seated in the garden. The (dog friendly) garden was ridiculously cute, full of flowers and butterflies. The seating was mostly picnic tables with umbrellas. They also had some indoor seating, but the outside was clearly more popular. For drinks, I got an Iced Coffee with Irish Cream syrup and the Blueberry Blast Smoothie. The Iced Coffee was strong/pretty standard, but my smoothie was fantastic! My friends got the Red Velvet Smoothie (also SO delicious) and a Thai Iced Tea (a bit too milky, not enough flavor). For food, I chose the Brunch Bird breakfast sandwich, which had chicken sausage, havarti cheese, lettuce, and egg. The sandwich was small but surprisingly filling, and so tasty in a simple way. My friends all enjoyed their food as well, including the Health Nut Bowl and the other breakfast sandwich variations. Service was friendly, but not particularly fast, which was fine since we weren't in a rush. Overall, totally worth the visit! read more

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What a terrific find this cafe was. We had just finished a hike with a lot of climbing & needed to refuel. What I loved: the setting is gorgeous. Who wouldn't love to dine in a luscious garden- watching butterflies swirl around?!? Our server was quite amicable with a great smile. I enjoyed the veggie frittata (so delicious) & my friend really liked her portabello sandwich. I appreciate the amount & variety of veggie & plant based offerings. The prices are quite reasonable too. read more

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Breakfast at Baked on the River was great. My wife had a scone-style biscuit with gravy, my daughter had the Danish pancakes, and I had the frittata. All were good. The waitress was holding it down when we got there. Later I met the owner, really sweet, with a couple people in the back helping. Saw the pool outside and thought without kids this place could be a fun party spot. Morning was calm, good food, easy vibe. I'd come back. read more

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We visited here again while on the way to the coast and every time we eat here, we are blown away by how amazing it is! The staff were very friendly, kind, attentive, and welcoming. There is both indoor and outdoor seating. We sat outdoors in the garden and it was amazing. I had the Veggie Bella Boop and it was delicious. My husband had the Baked and Toasted and loved it and the fresh berries on top! Highly recommend to all! read more

We stopped in for dinner while in town and it was amazing! The service was quick and our waitress was super friendly. We ordered the burger and the tri-tip plate. The burger was delicious, the meat was well seasoned and the side of pasta was so good. The tri-tip was super tender and had an amazing flavor - the waitress let us know they smoke it on property! It came with a side of truffle mac n cheese that was to die for. We already decided that next time we visit Guerneville we want to stay at R3 so we can eat at Baked on the River every night! read more

Absolutely fabulous! We went for dinner and all 3 of us absolutely loved the food. The service was great and the owner checked on us a couple of times as well. Without question we will be back and we're bringing more friends. (Note, we were in the restaurant but the bar area looks very fun as well.) read more

Food is unique and fabulous I've been going since about 6mos before the original location closed. So glad they moved into my main haunt, the R3 Hotel. Big plus for the resort , as before the hot foods (exception for the salads) seemed all reheated and fried costco product. Staff and Proprietor are charming and efficient. My go to's area the Bread Pudding and the Swedish Meatball platter. read more

We just had an excellent lunch. Swedish meatballs, with mashed potatoes and a spinach salad, hash, and Swedish pancake. Everything was delicious, portions are great, and the service if friendly. read more

Talk about perfection, the pancake was so delicious. The hash too and her scones, wow just wow so delicious. Thank you for the amazing service and food. Strongly recommend. Will repeat again and again. read more

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The chef here is stellar. We came for brunch, and left with longing to come back for dinner. Or maybe we'll have breakfast here everyday of our trip....we had the frittata with Swedish meatballs, the best pancake my guy may have ever eaten, hash, and scones. We really did want to lick our plates. It was all so delicious. read more

I've been eyeing this place for years. Finally got up earlier enough to go by before a line. We were just there for pickup. The garden looks lovely and the decor inside was nice and eclectic. Latte was tasty and quick. The selection of baked goods was a little light, maybe because it was a Sunday? Bread pudding is yummy, much better if heated up. Cinnamon bun was very unique, not our favorite. Also got two of the little cakes - berry and vanilla. Just ok. Overall, fine. I would have been disappointed if I'd waited an hour though. The French toast sounds delicious- would want to try that if I came back to eat in. The owners and servers were very nice. A tiny bit scattered. read more

We had the chocolate almond pastry, white chocolate cranberry scone and a decaf coffee substitute made from brewed dandelion and chicory root the kind owner recommended. All were excellent. read more

We came in for breakfast and were disappointed on a few fronts. We ordered both the breakfast hash plate and the avocado toast. The avocado toast was the worse of the two. It came with dry scrambled eggs, dried herbs/spices, cheese, and avocado which was not ripe enough. It was overall just very bland and in desperate need of any kind of sauce to bring it together. Even a runny egg yolk would have been better than nothing at all. The bread, however, was tasty. The breakfast hash was tasty but the portion size was very small. It was a 22 dollar breakfast hash and I left still hungry after finishing it. Anytime you pay 22 dollars for a breakfast hash, you should leave feeling full. Lastly, we paid 9 dollars for 3 tiny, thin pieces of bacon which wasnt very flavorful either. Overall, we were really disappointed with the experience. Our waitress was very sweet and the service was good. I wont be back anytime soon but should we give it another chance, hopefully they can provide better value for the money. read more

What a surprise! So good, so fresh and not over the top pricing. The Cesar salad with chicken is over the top. It's an entree. Service was excellent. It was all good. read more

Dec2023 Cuuuuute little spot. We happened upon here venturing in the area. Workers were all really friendly and helped with any questions we had. I liked that they had a number of different vegetarian options, or things that you could swap into their dishes. Check ins were frequent, along with water and coffee refills. My compatriot had ordered the the Early Bird, and I had gotten the Veggie Hash in Pan. We also got the bread pudding to share after. Everything was cooked well for each of the dishes. Compatriot liked the early bird. Bread had good crunch and the cheese was melted nicely. The hash in pan was good though I wanted more of it since it was just veggies. I did like the beets and cornichons on the side for a nice flavor and texture change. That bread pudding tho... I'm not a sweets guy, but it was nice, warm, and gooey the whole way. We definitely nibbled that thing into non existence. In retrospect, I wish I had grabbed more of the pastries to try but I didn't want to let them sit in the car. If around the area though, we'll swing on by again to try more things. read more

A great food addition to the R3 space. Nice to see something with a good menu and good execution taking over this location after years of middling offerings. read more

First thing they offered us was a meatball for our dog. Need I say more? Garden was beautiful, food was great, service was wonderful. read more

Had a pleasant visit here today. There was an item I saw online but it wasn't available on today's menu. They were nice enough to make it for me, I was impressed. They are really nice people working here. Our server was Erin who was quite accommodating. The ambiance here is pleasant and we thoroughly enjoyed our visit! read more

Went for lunch. Sandwich bread is just indescribably bad. It's like that frozen dough you buy then cook on your own but it's terrible. I've heard breakfast is better. read more

We were a group of 5 friends, spending a rainy weekend together in the area, and we had to deliberate between Baked on the River and another spot close to the redwoods we wanted to visit. I am so happy we went with this option! I loved the cozy feel of the place from the moment we arrived. The display case of treats was so tempting that the moment I spotted something with lingonberry on it, I declared that I must have it! We were originally planning to take things to go, but something about the charm - the big wooden communal table, the happy Scandinavian flags, the friendly welcome, and the dripping rain outside made us reconsider. The entrees are not cheap, but they were filling. I opted for the hash browns with an egg dish - can't recall the name, maybe something about a skillet? - and a number of friends got sandwiches with bread baked in-house. I liked how our hostess helped me figure out what tea would be best for my congested nose, and in the end, the chai with coconut milk was a delicious choice. I would happily return here and recommend it. Lots of character and good vibes. And I'm sure it is just as lovely on a sunny day! read more

Thanks to the Yelp app for finding this hidden gem, after we attended a wine tasting in downtown Guerneville. We wanted to have brunch somewhere, my daughter always doubts me when I take her in the middle of nowhere. Be sure not to drive past it, I almost did that. It's bigger than it looks from the outside, as the adorable restaurant has a huge outdoor patio with live music and nursery feel. The ladies are welcoming, and Chef Helena Gustavsson-Giesea knows her baked goods. I looked her up, she's well-known in Sonoma County. We saw how she interacted with locals, and they're so happy coming in to get their bread, something simple as bread made their day. Everything is made with love here. Although some pastries were sold out by the time we arrived, but I will definitely make the trek up to Guerneville for this adorable pitstop. My daughter has never seen a place like this, and now she's a believer. The Swedish meatball salad was delicious and so were the savory bacon-cheddar scones with housemade gravy. Can't wait to order more dishes off the menu. 'Til we meet again ~ cheers & see you on Yelp (SYOY)! read more

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Find out where they moved and go visit this special spot! The owners are always there to ensure a great experience!

Just loved our experience at Baked on the River -- our waitress Joelle (I think that was her name!) was lovely and made us feel so welcome. The ambience is charming and filled with regulars which added to the charm (everyone greeted the resident hotel dog by name.) The coffees we had were delicious! I recommend many times over. read more