Fog Eater Cafe

The host was a bit shy and unfriendly, but our server made the night. She was always smiling and so…read moresweet. I forgot what it was, but her farm supplies something to this restaurant. The food was also very amazing. They served some complimentary bread with a butter cup for each person at the start of the meal. Entrees: -Cioppino: $42. This one has a bit of everything if you can't decide. The tomato base was great. It's good for dipping the bread. -Pork & duck agnolotti: $32. -Duck breast: $43. Flavor was good. -Black cod: $43. Delicious. 10 out of 10 recommend. -Halibut (special): $45. Great char and crisp on top. Risotto had good flavor too. Dessert: -Panna cotta: $14. The name sounded better than the taste. This was a bit of a let down for me. Too many chia seeds and not enough orange and strawberry. -Ice cream (3 flavors): $14. Mint chip ("world's best"!), brownies & cream, pistachio. I highly recommend the mint chip. I think vanilla bean would have been really good also! Wifi available. Need to ask for password. Parking was easy to find on the street. This area looks very residential. Bathroom available. The restaurant is small so walking around felt slightly claustrophobic. There's foie gras on the menu, so I would try that next time!

Cafe Beaujolais in Mendocino is a brunch standout, absolutely 5-star food across the board. The…read moremanager who greeted us was warm and welcoming, and the setting feels classic and charming right in the heart of town. Everyone at the table loved their dishes. I got to sample a few other items and everything was excellent. The huckleberry pancakes were rich, buttery, and incredible, and the eggs Benedict was perfectly done. The shakshuka was flavorful and a bit spicy, but really good overall. So why 3 stars...it was the service from our waiter, who was super grumpy and mostly monosyllabic, which was surprising given how good everything else was.

Lobby/wait area

Passionfruit Creme Brulee

See all

Duck

MacCallum House Inn & Restaurant

3.9(458 reviews)

0.2 mi

MacCallum House Inn & Restaurant in Mendocino has a lot of charm and history, set in a beautiful…read morehistoric building right in the heart of town. The atmosphere feels classic coastal New England meets Northern California, with a cozy, old-world vibe. The restaurant is solid overall with well-prepared dishes and a nice menu, but a few items felt a bit uneven for the price point. Service was good and the setting really carries the experience. Worth visiting for the history and ambiance alone.

Very disappointed with their service. When we check in they…read moretold us there were flowers in the room that I ordered. I told the person I did not order the flowers ($95). She insisted I did and would not compromise on the situation. When we return home I wrote them an email explaining the issue. They did not reply so I attempted to contact the manager by phone and left several messages to contact me, they would not return my phone calls. I asked for a refund for the flowers and they did not have the courtesy to contact me. I would say if you should have an issue with them don't expect a reply.

Pluot cocktail with fresh flowers from garden

See all

Filet entree. Very under seasoned!

Patterson's Pub

4.2(1.1k reviews)

0.2 mi

Was my first visit to Mendocino. I stopped by Pattersons Pub for a bite. What a lovely place. Staff…read morewas amazing, food was delicious and vibes were great!

Always Trust the Gift Shop Lady. Always…read more We had just conquered the Point Cabrillo Lighthouse--which apparently requires climbing three flights of "not-quite-normal" stairs. After a morning canoe down the Big River and those stairs, we turned into ravenously hungry people. We asked the gift shop lady for food recommendations. Without skipping a beat, she said: "Patterson's Pub! If you get there before 2:00 PM, you can get brunch!" Challenge accepted. We took our appetites straight to Mendocino's main drag. They had a tented patio in the sunny-but-stubbornly-windy Mendocino air, but we opted for the interior. Good choice. It has the ultimate "Authentic Irish Pub" starter pack: Cool and dark? Check. Crisp draft beers? Check. Full bar? Check. The SF Giants game playing on multiple screens? Check and check. We successfully beat the 2:00 PM brunch buzzer, and the specials menu looked to good to pass up! Lobster Wontons (Pub Special): Gone in a literal flash. Blink and you missed them. Crabcakes Benedict (Pub Special): Hands down, the best this diner has ever had. The hollandaise sauce (which they kindly served on the side per request) was a lemony deliciousness! The Comfort Food Crew: The rest of the party ordered clam chowder (Boston), garlic bread, and a fried cod sammy with thin-cut fries. All around lip-smacking! The Liquid Refreshment: Paired it all with a half-pint of Scrimshaw Pilsner (shoutout to local Fort Bragg brewing). It hit the spot and paired perfectly with the crabcakes benedict! The "Too Spicy" Drama: We did hit one minor speed bump. One of the dishes turned out to be a bit too spicy for one of our sensitive diners (not me). The waitstaff deserve a medal here. They went out of their way to try and "de-spice" the meal. While my companion's tastebuds were past the point of return, the staff's effort and sweetness were noticed and much appreciated! . Excellent customer service. The Verdict: A wonderful, perfect meal for a weekend getaway in the Mendocino/Fort Bragg area. We will absolutely be back. Let this be a lesson to you all: always ask a local!

Traditional Pub atmosphere

One of the best gnome gardens!

See all

Bloody Mary and a mimosa.

Mayan Fusion

4.3(1k reviews)

9.8 mi

We visited Fort Bragg and turned to Yelp for recommendations, and Mayan Fusion absolutely…read moredelivered. This place is bursting with bold, authentic flavors and offers a true gastronomic experience. We ordered the Tapas Trio, Traditional Cochinita Pibil, and the Cioppino, and every dish was outstanding. The appetizer was packed with flavor, the pibil was beautifully seasoned and tender, and the cioppino had a rich, layered broth that was delicious without being overpowering. The kids had the Alfredo and cheeseburger which they both devoured. On top of the incredible food, our server was genuinely warm and attentive, which made the experience even better. No picture made it coz we were too hungry.

We were recommended to try this place while staying in Fort Bragg for the night, and it ended up…read morebeing one of the most flavorful meals we had in the area. We started with the zucchini, which was lightly breaded, not too oily, and super flavorful. We also got the nachos -- the melted cheese on top was good, but the guac really stood out. Definitely a great dish to share. I ordered the Chicken Chile Verde Enchiladas, which were honestly more like tacos than enchiladas, but the verde salsa was really delicious. It came with a side of rice and beans, and the portions were huge. Prices were also pretty reasonable for how much food you get. The inside was really eclectic and fun -- every wall and table was decorated differently. It did smell pretty strongly of fish when we were there, but it didn't bother me too much. Even though they were busy, service was quick and attentive.

Lava cake with vanilla bean ice cream

See all

NY kebabs

The Wharf

3.5(1.2k reviews)

8.4 mi

Sit by the window and seal watch! This is my first time here in years and since they have remodeled…read moreand it now being under The Beachcomber Hotel Group ownership. They did a great job remodeling, although when you first walk. Up to the building it was not obvious to me to go upstairs. We came at 11 on a Saturday, we were the first ones to sit in the bar. Staff were friendly and service was prompt. Our Bloody Marys were tasty. We had the cerviche which came with what seems like homemade chips- it tasted fresh. We also had the grilled cod tacos with black beans and rice which were good. I'd go back!

I was concerned that some of the reviews were pretty rough. Generally a great view means not great…read morefood, but that certainly isn't true at the wharf. I went hard on the appetizers- mussels steamer, calamari, and fresh oysters. All were fresh tasting and very well done. The oysters were sweet and a little larger, the calamari crisp, tender, and fully cooked. I liked the mussels, but they were a touch small and the sauce was actually great but there wasn't much. We closed out with the Caesar salad topped with the local rockfish done Cajun style, wow! We didn't want a bunch of extras and it let us try the grilled fish. Shockingly good salad (yes, rest of the US, you can do it!) and the fish was perfect. The view was spectacular, right out the harbor to the sea. The interior was huge. My only complaint was the person who took our reservation and then checked us in was abrupt and disinterested in customer service. Her manager seemed squarely on it and so set a great tone. Same with our server and the clean up team, superb service.

Not a lot of people when we got here. Got back this evening went on.

Chicken linguini alfredo

See all

Crab raviolis! Delicious!

The Q

3.5(350 reviews)

8.3 mi

The people who run the place are so nice. The food is good. Waaay back when, I think under…read moredifferent management, the ribs were irregular....sometimes fine, sometimes dry. The last few times I was there the ribs were really good....and tonight they were truly outstanding: PERFECTO!. I like their sauces. The mac-&-cheese is ACE. My wife usually gets the fish & chips or fish tacos, and likes them a lot! Haven't had the beef ribs, but per a recent review I think I'll try 'em out next time around. Oh, yeah, good potato salad, too!

Place was dead and my husband waited a looong time for his food. No apologies for the long wait. I…read moregot to sit there and watch him eat. This is costumer service these days. Edited to add that he ordered the Fish & Chips and he reports that his fish isnt very warm. Waited over an hour and his dinner isnt even hot.

See all

Flow Restaurant and Lounge

3.2(594 reviews)

0.1 mi

To be honest, we went to another spot without reservation and had to wait 30 minutes or more so we…read moredrive 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!

We were staying in Fort Bragg and waited for this beautiful place to open up because of the…read morereviews. 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!

Seagull pendant lights

Mushroom pesto sandwich

See all

Mock tail

Egghead's Restaurant

4.2(1.5k reviews)

9.7 mi

seriously, probably one of the BEST breakfasts we've had. we're here for a mother's day trip and…read moredrove by this place. was super curious so we walked in, immediately knew we wanted to eat here due to the Wizard of Oz theme. We ordered the Dorothy's revenge and by far the best Benedict i've had. Also got the famous punkin waffles, again the BEST waffles ever!!! my son loved his food too, usually hard getting a 2 year old to eat lol. now on to staff/ service. when we sat, they gifted me a beautiful rose for moms day and it took a lot in me not to cry. everyone is sooo sweet and the owner checked on us regularly! the whole family works here and everyone took SUCH good care of us and involved my son. we will for sure be coming here every time we visit. thank you egg fam for making the day so special!!!!

Small and good place for breakfast. They had long wait times on a Friday morning for just two…read morepeople. It's a great mom and pops place with great and friendly staff. As for food, it was okay. The potatoes for breakfast were a little greasy but all food was served hot. They have different style egg Benedict which is not on the common English muffin but still good. The theme of the place is cool to see as they support the wizard of oz! Nice place to stop by if you want breakfast.

Inside

#14 Omelette

See all

The View Outside

Los Gallitos

4.0(542 reviews)

9.6 mi

We started a tradition during the Great 'Rona of Aught-20 of taking all the Thanksgiving fixings…read moreout to the California Redwoods and having our Turkey in the Trees. Since no one was inviting anyone over out of Covid-Crazy-Creepy-Crawly fear, this made a lot of sense at the time. If you've never cooked a turkey on a Weber Kettle... well, you're letting the best in life pass you by. Now, our tradition has changed to going camping for the days leading up to Thanksgiving, and heading home for the big day. Nice to see family and friends, but we still enjoy that cool NorCal vibe in the forest. This past year, we tried a new spot just north of Boonville, CA, which put is pretty close to Ft. Bragg. On one of the days we were in the area, we ventured into town for a nice meal. We found Los Gallitos by chance, looking for a spot to part my truck. This was a nice little Mexican restaurant, and had all the markings of a family business. In short-- delicious food. Sometimes these small town spots can be hit or miss; this place was definitely great. The carne asada was better than the chicken, but I always think that. My youngest got a Shrimp and Pulpo cocktail that was amazing. My cheese enchiladas and Chile relleno were off the hook delicious, too. Not sure when our travels will take us back to Fort Bragg, but we will definitely stop back in here again to see our new friends.

The food is amazing here, I got the nachos and they were awesome. The waiters hand out free chips…read moreand salsa and our food came fast even tho it was busy today. It is a very nice vibe and feels authentic like I am in Mexico. The waiters were very nice and got everything right and I am very glad me a my dad went here to eat. I enjoyed and will be coming back!!

Ahí taco

See all

Margarita

Little River Inn Restaurant

3.8(445 reviews)

2.3 mi

Love this Restaurant! The location, the food, and the…read moreservice are fabulous! Go at sunset to the bar first, as the views are gorgeous! They make you feel special, especially if it's your Birthday!

Staying in Albion, this is the best you're gonna get for food before 9pm if you don't wanna drive…read moreto Mendo or Fort Bragg. Called the hotel into order, the staff that answered was dismissive. I ordered 4 things, the calamari, little inn burger, clam chowder and burgers. When I drove to the restaurant, parking was kinda crazy, the parking lot sloped down hill and there were no lights. The restaurant layout was a bit confusing so I went into the main lobby to check in, where the same dismissive staff told me to go look for the podium to pick up my order. After waited 20 minutes, the host found me and asked me to pay for my order, which was fine but I found out they added a 20% surcharge on every tab even takeout so I was annoyed. So the total was $103 instead of $88. Food wise, clam chowder was on the runnier side, I prefer thicker so wasn't a fan, calamari was really good and crispy, and the fries were good, I'd recommend salting and peppering everything as it is a bit under seasoned.