To be honest, we went to another spot without reservation and had to wait 30 minutes or more so we drive around and found this place Not a bad spot, food was meh especially short ribs, too oily. Kale&pear salad was good but too overpriced with(only 3) jumbo prawns for $6 charge but the friendliness off staff and the view made it up! read more

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We were staying in Fort Bragg and waited for this beautiful place to open up because of the reviews. We were not disappointed at all. The staff were super friendly and the location/views you couldn't complain! We were offered to sit inside or outside and sat outside with shady umbrellas so it was very nice scenery. The staff was super nice and had great recommendations! But the food and drinks were super fresh! I ordered fish and chips and it was the best in the area. The fish was fresh, light, and not heavy with grease at all. I could tell the fries were homemade along with the tartar sauce. My partner eas craving classic eggs benedict and he got exactly what we was looking for. The sauce, the English muffins, and the eggs were perfectlly cooked! The potatoes were not greasy at all. They check in on you at your table and make sure your drinks are always full. Their hot coffee drinks in the morning also were fresh ; there was not one thing we could complain about we wanted to order another round of food it was good with a very vast menu! Price wise for two people was very very reasonable we spent about 80 bucks including coffee drinks and dessert so if you're looking for reasonable and budget friendly this is it!! This place is a must and we were so sad we saved this place for last while leaving Fort Bragg. We will be back and HIGHLY recommend stopping by here for the service and food! read more

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Flow Restaurant and Lounge in Mendocino has a beautiful view that really stands out. We tried a few items including the fish tacos, calamari, and a burger. Everything was fine and reasonably well-prepared, but nothing really stood out in terms of flavor or execution. Service was OK and the setting is definitely the draw here. Worth it for the views, but the food is just okay compared to other spots in town. read more

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Quick bite - while visiting Mendocino. 4stars because of the views. Not to take away from the food - but the scenery made our meals taste better! Shishito Peppers were elevated because of the dipping aoli. The main lunch meals were the Clams ( order extra bread for the sauce ) and Pineapple Rice. We added the Prawns. All in all - great lunch with Fantastic Scenery! read more

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Stopped in for lunch. View is fantastic. Seafood chowder very good & yummy cocktails. Would definitely come back while in Mendocino.

Food is good; I got the sense that it's not just out of a Sysco bag. I had the rockcod fish and chips, good but not special. The Brussels sprouts were very good. Service was fine. The views are great, but the railing desperately needs to be cleaned. Seriously filthy. read more

Flow has really improved over the last year. The food quality is much better and the drinks from the bar have also improved. The restaurant still offers a good selection on apps and entrees. I particularly recommend the Bacon-wrapped dates and the Short rib pappardelle, with a side of kale. The wine list is short but well priced and mostly local. When the weather is nice, the outside deck is a must for its great views and pleasant atmosphere. Occasionally it has a feel of being understaffed which I assume is attributable to a budget-conscious owner - not a fault of the staff - but this is mostly mid-week. read more

Stopped for some appetizers before heading to Fort Bragg. Shishito peppers were flavorful and the cup of chicken tortilla soup warmed us up in December. Not too keen on the flavor of the chicken tortilla (or the price for a small cup) and the chicken was a bit dry but it warmed us up and the view was worth it. read more

Flow Restaurant and Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Mendocino, California

The patio is so nice. Beautiful view of the ocean and great casual ambiance. The woman who sat us and the female servers and bartender were really friendly but our server Cesar was so unfriendly and curt it was shocking. Why does he work in a restaurant? He shouldn't. The Benedict's and apple salad were really good. The French fries tasted like fish. I'd recommend the restaurant but don't sit with that server or get French fries. read more

Words can't quite capture how amazing the view and food are at Flow! The risotto with halibut I had this evening was hands-down the best risotto I have ever had! The chicken and its succulent pan style gravy with mash and broccolini was oh so delectable. Our waitress was sweet and made us feel cozy and well taken care of on a perfect Saturday evening, watching the sunset of the coast of the Mendocino bay. If you're looking for delicious homestyle food and a view that cannot be beat, I cannot recommend Flow enough! read more

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Flow Restaurant and Lounge Walt from Walt's Adventures Checking in at the Flow Restaurant and Lounge in Mendocino, California. This eatery is located on the 2nd floor of an establishment and has both indoor and outdoor dining. Even though there were covers for the patrons outside, I was not able to detect heaters. We ordered and, not too soon after, were presented with our selections. All of the had a pleasant appearance and taste. However, additional chicken and shrimp were needed to elevate their Pineapple Fried Rice dishes to a satisfying level. The Short Rib Papperdelle was created with perfection. If you are looking for an alternative to sandwiches and pizza that overlooks the coastline in Mendocino, then I would look no further than The Flow read more

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Summary: 1. Food was ok; 2. Service was close to horrible; 3. The atmosphere was nice. We all have mixed feelings about this place. We spent the memorial day weekend in mendocino camping. And one of the days we've spent in the town wolking around. We were there 3 families - 6 adults, 2 teenagers and 2 young kids. The food was good, but our server was strange. Obviously they knew that big company's tip will be guaranteed and included by default. So the woman serving us literally threw the soup cups at us. The under plate was almost full. We had a 3 year old and we meant to share the food, so we have asked for additional plate. The plate came only after the third ask without the silverware. One of the drinks for a teen was forgotten and brought only after additional reminder. And cherry on the top we asked them for double espresso... single costs $4. The double is not on the menu. But they somehow charged us $9. Not sure where the price has come from. And they put a 20% tip... Honestly - do not recommend. read more

Went to Flow because the restaurant we wanted to go to was closed, so we tried this one, first DONT go here with a tiny dog that' stays in a purse, This is Not a Dog Friendly Restaurant, if you do they have a very small space for you to sit, they don't allow you on the Outdoor Dining deck⁉ Next the food was basically awful for myself and my guest, my over easy eggs on my Benedict were running whites and tasted awful. My cocktail was ok and I can't remember what my friend had, one of their omelettes and she said it wasn't good. Only went there once and because it was not a good experience in anyway I won't go back. read more

We thoroughly enjoyed our meal at Flow restaurant! We started with the steamed clams appetizer. They were perfectly cooked in a delicious broth. Sooo good! We then had the tacos. Great portion and really tasty! Our server, Lucia, was helpful, efficient and simply a joy! It was a great experience read more

We found this place as we were walking in the downtown area. Inside seemed to be charming with big windows with great views. I liked the cod fish tacos. A little pricey, but it's Mendocino. Great Bloody Mary's! Our service was wonderful and I'm guessing the owner or manager came out to chat with us. They do accept dogs and it's a limited space of one table outside. I'd recommend to call if the space is available if you're traveling with your furry pal. read more

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seems like this place has gone downhill a bit... $50 for 2 flow burgers that were OK, but not great. There are a lot better burgers around and for much less money. Service was fine. Noise level a bit high, why do restaurants think they need to play music that no one can hear and we all have to talk louder because of it. read more

OMG. This is clearly an un-sung foodie's Heaven!!! This chef crew totally rocks the menu. From Navarro wine to the chocolate-tahini tart dessert, the meal was astounding. Justin took wonderful care of us all throughout. This latest iteration of 2nd floor restaurant is outstanding. You'd be crazy to miss an opportunity to eat here. read more

My wife and I came here for our anniversary staying nearby in a nice inn. We were looking for a restaurant that was nearby and had a view of the ocean. From the previous reviews we took a chance and perhaps should have listened to the reviews because overall it was an ok experience. For starters we had the crab dip with local bread, our favorite dish. I ordered the cod fish street tacos which looked good but the fish was bland and dry. My wife had the beef short ribs with noodles which was good, flavorful and portion well. Overall it was just that "good" while we were both looking for something that would be more memorable and this place was not that. Would I come again, probably not. read more

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Outside views were great, staff was extremely helpful & nice... food was okay. Would visit again but not the top of my list. read more

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Service (host/waiter) was a bit curt and grumpy, but busser was quite friendly. While the chowder was really tasty, it was served barely lukewarm. Not sure if that was a problem with the kitchen or wait staff. Fish tacos were excellent. Kale salad with chicken was so-so - very thin and dry pieces of chicken. You can't beat the view, though. But they could do better. read more

Items purchased: 2 side salads, 2 pineapple fried rice. Food: A, Food was Fresh and nicely presented and came out the kitchen in a timely manner. Service: A, Hostess and Waiter greeted us and were polite and courteous. Cleanliness: A, Dining area and outside patio were clean. Bathroom was clean and stocked. Value : A, Pricing was on point. Ambiance: A, Pleasant and Relaxed and great ocean view. read more

The staff said we could choose whichever table we wanted since there was only one other party in the restaurant which was nice. Tables were clean and they have indoor and outdoor seating. The view of the ocean is gorgeous as they are located on the second floor. Our waitress was nice and gave us suggestions and introduced the menu to us when asked. Sadly, the food was not up to par both portion and taste wise. The cost was quite expensive given what we got. I got the chowder and tacos and the others got fish and chips with chowder, and tacos and chowder. Our consensus was that the food was bland and we left hungry despite the amount we ordered. We also shared their lavender crème brûlée, which was not bad. Overall, the experience wasn't memorable and a bit of a let down. read more

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Really deep menu with lots of Gluten Free options. Deck is very nice view of ocean and headlands. Service is a bit inattentive ... not a huge problem but seem a bit understaffed. Food is solid and priced on par with the rest of town. read more

I hate to say it, but this place is mediocre at best. Great spot to watch the sunset or enjoy their outdoor deck, that's about where it stops. Staff vibes were off, the cocktails were awful, we ordered fries as a snack which were fine, but thats hard to mess up. Should have popped over to Dick's bar instead honestly. read more

Very solid spot in an environment lacking good options. In general, I think restaurants in the area are overpriced for what is provided and for level of taste. I also feel this way about lodging, but that's a different review. However, my party and I did enjoy elements of our meal at Flow. The location is perfect, as it's on one of if not the most visited street in town. It's also on a second story and as close as it can be to the ocean, so you'd hope for good views. The town is just excessively foggy and nothing (business wise) is actually close enough to the water to see it widely. About the food: Creamy Tomato Seafood Chowder was just okay pre-salt but excellent after - so much that this review would have been just 3 stars without it. Should you not be a huge fan of tomato soup in general, this dish might win you over. The Flow Burger on a gf bun was good but also needed salt to bring its flavors to life. Not the best, but still solid. If ever back in town by any chance, will still visit here again. read more

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Good food. It's upstairs so the outside seating has a rooftop bar vibe with a view of the ocean. Pretty good drink menu with beer, wine, and specialty cocktails. I had the soup of the day, kids ate off the kid menu and my wife had a burger. It was all very good. Staff was friendly and attentive. We went at 3:00 PM on a Sunday and it wasn't busy at all. read more

Flow Restaurant and Lounge - Cocktail and view of ocean. - Lounges Near Me - Mendocino, California

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Very bad...tasted like it was made the day before and was re-heated, dry and tasteless...last year it was good, but the restaurant is for sale and maybe the owner is winding down. read more

Wow, we eat out a lot. And I haven't experienced an all around BAD dining experience like I did tonight in awhile. We were seated for about 15 minutes before a server even checked in- in my gut, I thought we should probably just bag this. And I wish I had. My husbands caprese chicken was so bad, he didn't eat it. When the server asked how everything was, I mentioned that my husband did not enjoy his meal, and he basically ignored me. On top of that, they added a 20% gratuity to our check for a party of five without mentioning it to me- just felt like poor business practices or that he was trying to ensure a tip when he knew that we hadn't had a good experience. There are so many amazing places to eat in Mendocino, I would skip this one. read more

Flow Restaurant and Lounge - A very meh meal, terrible service to accompany it. - Lounges Near Me - Mendocino, California

Flow has a wonderful balcony and view, but the food is hit and miss. We loved the soup of the day (sweet potato and poblano chilies), but the local rock cod tacos were uninspired (red cabbage wasn't fresh either) and the risotto texture seemed like rice porridge (though the flavour was decent). Service was excellent, and friendly. read more

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Charged me 20% gratuity for "party of 6 or more". We were a party of 5. Watch what they charge you for. Service was very poor and food was bland. read more

Food was great but the service was slow. Not enough services working. They also did not get my dink right.

If you're in Mendocino, this should probably be a stop. The ocean views from the upper outer patio area and great, the food is delicious and the service is awesome. At least in our experience. Our only complaint would be that it's a little pricey, but that's to be expected in he area. read more

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Not bad, menu is hit and miss. My stuffed French toast was very average, , the clam chowder was a bit under seasoned and had too many potatoes. Beautiful views, wonderful outdoor seating, pretty slow service. Not a bad choice when Fog Eater is closed! read more

Flow Restaurant and Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Mendocino, California

Delicious crab dip and seafood chowder, babe had the best fish and chips he's ever had and he's tried them all over the place! The spicy mezcal drink had a nice lil kick! Bright little Wildflowers litter the entrance and The views are amazing, this is an excellent introduction to the area. read more

Flow Restaurant and Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Mendocino, California

This restaurant is on the second floor, and has beautiful ocean views! We were greeted upon arrival, and they told us we could pick any table we'd like. If it were a little warmer outside, we definitely would've opted to sit on the deck. But because of the breeze, we decided to sit indoors right next to the window. My husband ordered a beer, and I ordered a cider. We shared the steamed clams for an appetizer - I highly recommend! Very flavorful. My husband ordered the fish and chips, he said they're the best fish and chips he's had in awhile. I had high hopes for my seafood clam chowder... but I was a bit disappointed. Since we were celebrating our son's first birthday, they gave us a free crème brûlée with a candle for him. He loved the strawberries and whipped cream. A nice last minute find for dinner. read more

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I'm not sure why this place has so many 1 star reviews, but we had an amazing experience here! We sat at the bar and the bartender was so sweet; we chatted about our dogs and exchanged dog pictures (appropriate). We ordered one drink each and they were so good - perfectly balanced. We also ordered the crab dip...also amazing. This place is right next to the ocean and on the second floor, so you may be able to see the ocean in the daytime, but we went at night so we couldn't see anything. A must stop for your Mendocino trip! read more

If you are looking for overpriced, flavorless food, this is your place. Recently went there with my family. There were seven of us in the party, and no one was happy with their meal. I got the rockfish tacos which were described as a dusted piece of rock cod as a taco. The description sounded really good. The reality was that they apparently take scraps from the rock cod and roll it in a ton of breading fry that up dump it on a dry tortilla with some sauce and a little slaw which also was flavorless and call it a meal for $23 at lunch. The french fries tasted like fish. The shrimp and chips were pretty much flavorless with the shrimp being heavily breaded. Very disappointing at a restaurant with these prices can't offer something with flavor. Strongly suggest going anywhere else. read more

Looking for a sunset view and early dinner spot...this is perfect!! Great views, excellent cocktails, really nice people and the three appetizers we had were perfect and very tasty! Service was almost too fast although we were the only customers for a while. A delightful spot to spend the late afternoon...... read more

I was there with my wife and friends this past weekend and the service and food were great.

Visited here during holiday break (Tuesday 12/26) Made reservations for 7pm Walked in, and immediately knew it was chaos. The hostess was running dishes from the kitchen, they looked like they had 2 servers for the entire restaurant. Multiple people kept looking at us and didn't even say hi, we'll be right with you, etc. there was another family there sitting and waiting when we arrived, so when they FINALLY checked on us, I said "we had reservations but they were here first" -- mind you it's 7:20 now. So she looks at the family and says sorry they had a reservation, I felt bad bc they had 2 little ones so I told them to go ahead. I regretted it as we ended up waiting another 20 mins so by the time we got sat for our 7pm reservation it was 7:45. I ordered mushroom chicken to share with my toddler and my husband ordered the NY steak. Both our dishes were bland. My chicken was dry. The mushrooms were bleh. At that point we were just hungry and wanted to eat and then move on. This place has so much potential and I don't know if the service impacted the quality... but I see why the resort we stayed at did NOT include this restaurant in its recommended list. read more

Flow Restaurant and Lounge - Mushroom Chicken - Lounges Near Me - Mendocino, California