If you're in Mendocino - DO NOT MISS out on this place! Place was packed and it was a bit cold out - but there was outdoor seating available for our group of 5 and we were so grateful to be seated. And although only one of the two heat lamps were working - it was still worth being cold! We loved the little downtown surrounding area - walkable, fun different shops to explore. Food was absolutely delicious. We were ALL happy with our respective meals. And we even had to get some pastries to go as they looked way too good to pass on. My groups faves: biscuits and gravy, Huevos Rancheros and omelets; We took home cookies and a Danish to go as well!! Service was fast, fun and friendly. Our waiter was extremely kind and patient with my Aunt that was super indecisive and had a ton of questions. He kept things light and gently teased her - and got all of our orders exactly right. That's priceless! read more

Mendocino, small town feels, with the beachy vibes....ah the Good Life. It's exactly that and GoodLife Bakery serves up delicious food that feeds the souls of this town. Had a great lunch after an 18-hour fast. Started with a cappuccino, warm, comforting. So many choices to choose from their extensive menu. While most everyone was having brunch, I chose to get a cup of their soup of the day. Served with homemade wheat toast from the bakery. Thai green curry soup was delicious. I also had the Caesar salad with chicken. You can tell a great Caesar by the quality of the dressing. It was thick and creamy and coats each piece of Romaine lettuce nicely. I have no doubt the croutons were homemade. Love places that give lemon wedges with the salad. Everything I ate was delicious. The service from the staff was also excellent. I have been staying away from sweets since January so skipped the baked goods altogether. I will come back next time I'm in town. read more

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Had a morning Valentine's brunch in Mendocino! Despite the 1 hour wait, it was packed due to holiday. Love the flaky butter croissant, warm coffee, the loveliest people, and the best cozy vibe to start the day. Couldn't have asked for a sweeter morning. Need to try the almond croissant next! read more

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It's been many years since visiting GoodLife Cafe. Their set up has changed a bit since I last came here (7 years ago) in that it's now full service sit down for any orders in. They also now close at 2. On a sunny weekend day, even at 1:15, the line was out the door for both dine in and take out. It wasn't a long wait and they were accepting new tables right up until 2. They have a large covered patio seating area, which is quite popular, but we got seated inside. This time around, I tried the veggie egg sandwich which had a mushrooms and greens, on whole wheat toast. Their bread was quite good and the sandwich held together quite well. Service was lovely and it was a nice brunch in between adventures. They feature a small array of locally made art for sale as well as jewelry, honey and more! I was tempted by the pumpkin walnut muffins and kind of regret not getting one-next time. This spot is deservedly popular and a wonderful dining option in Mendocino. read more

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Bit of a late review, but I went to Mendocino during the New Year and GoodLife Cafe was COMPLETELY PACKED even on a weekday. It was a bit confusing as they had two separate lines; one on the left for to-go coffee / pastry orders and one on the right for dine-in, which was wrapped out the door and spilled onto the sidewalk. There were about 6-7 parties ahead of me for to-go orders, which ended up translating to a 30 minute wait. Morning Bun (4/5): While this didn't have a light crunch on the outside, the bun was definitely super flaky with great lamination. Delicious pastry dusted with cinnamon sugar, what's not to love. Blackberry Cruffin (4/5): This is an absolute mess to eat and is quite sweet, but I enjoyed this wayyy more than I thought it would. This has a harder crunch on the outside compared to the morning bun and the custard is luxuriously thick with a generous amount of blackberry jam to add a bit of tartness (and more sweetness of course!). Definitely an item to share with a friend or two, but undeniably delicious! read more

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Cute and cozy café that gets busy quickly. Service is pretty fast and the portions are big. My favorites are the hot toddy(non-alcoholic) and the maple pecan cinnamon bun. There is seating indoors and outdoors, but if you do get a chance to sit outdoors, you get to enjoy watching the local birds, fly around staring intently at your food. There is a mini gift shop in the café that is made by local artists and overall the vibes of this café/bakery is one that supports their community while also providing delicious food. I would recommend coming here if you get the chance. read more

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We were scheduled to go here for breakfast over the weekend, however our bed-and-breakfast McCollum House offered free breakfast so we ate there. I wanted to grab a good coffee, I got an iced salted caramel latte. It was delicious. The pastries looked amazing, but we were too full from our breakfast. Staff was very nice. read more

GoodLife Cafe & Bakery - Ice Salted Carmel latte - Cafes Near Me - Mendocino, California

I went here twice during a weekend stay, which says everything. It really was that good. Loved the chilaquiles. The huevos rancheros were also excellent, and their habanero sauce takes it to the next level. Spicy, flavorful, and memorable in the best way. The toddy was unexpectedly good, and the overall vibe made it an easy place to linger. One small heads up if you're eating outside: the birds are bold. They will absolutely harass you and try to steal your food. Still worth it, just be prepared. read more

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Nice service, really good environment, I had a blast doing takeout and exploring the vicinity. The bathroom was clean and well maintained and it was overall a great time. Loved my breakfast sandwich which was on sourdough with bacon bits, cheddar and egg scrambled with a side of potatoes, definitely stealing that when I get home. Portion sizes were generous. Matcha latte was also great too. read more

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My food was delicious - veggie scramble with side salad (vinaigrette dressing). Partner has Ruben special and sadly it had more sauerkraut than pastrami on the sandwich... also had a side salad with ranch. The side salads were quite yummy unto themselves as they were fresh greens with radishes, cucumber, pickled cauliflower, carrots, beets and more! Meal - no drinks (with credit card service fee) $51.11 4 star due to service being mediocre...we were on the tail end of the lunch rush. We would definitely eat here again if we were back for a visit in Mendocino. read more

GoodLife Cafe & Bakery - Veggie scramble with side salad- very delicious - Cafes Near Me - Mendocino, California

This place is popular. You'll likely have to wait for a seat. But it's worth it. The food is great. We had a great server too, Daniel. He was fun and right on top of it. We sat outside, but they have inside seating too. This is our favorite breakfast place in town. We will be back again and again. read more

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We dropped by here for lunch after our walk. I ended up getting the ranch chicken sandwich (fried) and the carrot ginger coconut soup. The chicken looked burnt but was surprisingly moist. Maybe the coleslaw helped and made the sandwich super tasty. The carrot, ginger coconut soup was amazing! There was about a 15-20 minute wait but became increasingly busy by 1115am. The place feels small and a bit of a challenge to get out the door during busy times. We'll be back for the coffee and pastries another day! read more

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Every small coastal town has to have its staple cafe and this one goes above and beyond. Over the course of the weekend we ate here for breakfast and lunch. As well as stopping by for Thai teas on our way out of town, which were surprisingly great. The staff here are so polite and make the place feel like home. This place was always packed but they're quick with service. Very cute inside with a nice gift shop. For breakfast I tried the biscuit and gravy, gravy was flavorful and loaded with protein, no soupy plain gravy here. I will say the biscuits were a little lacking, dry and dense. I also had a cup of hot apple cider with my breakfast, sooooo good. My husband had the huevos rancheros and was very pleased. For lunch I tried the ranch chicken sandwich. OH MY GOSH! Amazing! The chicken was fried to perfection and so flavorful/juicy. They're definitely making their ranch in house and it's divine, so creamy so dilly I loved it! The one thing I regret is not trying anything from their pastry case because it all looked amazing. read more

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This is popular breakfast and bakery place in Mendocino. Place gets packed quickly during weekends. You can always sit on picking table at the back yard. They serve delicious breakfast and deserts. Service is good. Outdoor and indoor seating available. read more

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Food & coffee: 5 out 5 Excellent products. Quality food & coffee that you can taste! We first came for the pastries then came back the following day for brunch. Everything we tried was seasoned & cooked well! The baked goods & breads are all made in house! Service: 5 out 5 Friendly folks, but there will be a line out the door on the weekend. Environment: 4.75 out of 5 Great location. A few tables inside with more seating on the patio area. Overall: 5 out 5 The line is worth the wait! Come early especially during the weekends. read more

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Good amount of plant based options. Bakery even has a good amount too. The inside is packed with merch and take-home goods. Place is cozy. Wish I could have visited more than once, so I'm already building a stop at Goodlife into my next trip. Portions are good, and the food came out timely. Outstanding service by all, they really work as a team. The standout is their house made buckwheat (gf and vegan) bread... LIFE CHANGING! + the homemade preserves and !!! The goddess bowl had too many seeds for me, so I'd order light on that next time. The tofu was heavily marinated, a bit too much for my palate, but probably not the case for others. There will be a wait, but it's worth it read more

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Grab n go We stopped by here to grab a sandwich on the way for a day of hiking. We got the turkey bacon avocado sandwich on ciabatta, which kept well in our backpack. Came with a small salad. Nothing cray, but served it's purpose. Enough fuel for 2 people. read more

Try the Spicey Mexican Mocha! Sooo good! Warm welcoming location and awesome friendly folks to help us since we were not locals. Very busy inside so plan accordingly;) read more

I just had a bacon waffle with two eggs over easy on top. It was a religious experience. Everyone else at our table was similarly converted to the church of the Goodlife Cafe. It's a super laid back place with wonderful staff. read more

Loved everything--food--staff--pastries everything was great. If u have the chance stop by and grab breakfast!! And visit their pastry case early everything goes very quick! read more

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One of the famous breakfast spots in Mendocino is Goodlife Bakery. It's really good but always has big lines, so be ready to wait. Seating is inside and out, but it still gets super busy. The food was very good. Mocha is a winner and the toddy is a must. Their bakery items are a must try tooo nd cowboy cookie is a winner, savory danish is good, chocolate almond bar is awesome, and chocolate mousse was ok. For food items, the burrito was tasty, stir fry veggies were good, pumpkin curry bowl was good, and the tostada is good. Def a must try for breakfast. read more

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Oh my goodness! If you're in Mendocino Good Life is a MUST! The place is comfy, inviting and cozy and the staff was so friendly! We had the Chilaquiles Verdes with Carne Asada and the blueberry pancakes with Salted caramel lattes! Let me tell you, these are the best pancakes I have ever tasted! WE WILL BE BACK! Thank you Good Life! read more

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My family really loved this place. The Chilaquiles Verdes were delicious, not spicy, but still really good. My family loved their breakfast burrito, banana walnut pancakes, and the Classic Breakfast. Prepare for long lines to be seated. They do their best to get you seated quickly. Service was excellent even in a busy environment. Make time to take a stroll around town to walk off the meals. The stores are cute. read more

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Such a great spot! My fiancée and I are currently scouting wedding venues in the area, and one of the places we visited insisted we try this café for breakfast--we're so glad we did! I had the biscuits and gravy, she ordered the chile relleno, and we split the walnut banana pancakes. Definitely more food than we needed, but every bite was worth it. She got a matcha with vanilla and said it was one of the best she's ever had--and she's a matcha girly by trade. I had a caramel latte (with a pinch of salt on top--highly recommend), and I loved it. Diego was our server and he was very nice and answered our questions with great recommendations. Thanks Diego! The only downside? It's a four-hour drive from SF! But if we're ever in the area again, we're definitely coming back. Cozy vibes, great decor, and even better food. 10/10. read more

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We stopped in for a quick breakfast before hitting the road to Oregon. The coffee was excellent (I had a redeye - first time I'd seen one on the West Coast) and my partner had a regular coffee. She had oatmeal and fruit, well made, and I had a very fresh, very tender cinnamon bun. All delicious. The staff were all extremely nice. If you're in Mendocino, do stop here! read more

The food was good, coffee was great, and staff were friendly!! The patio is dog friendly. Most of the seating outside was covered, but it got pretty hot in the sun. Parking was easy. The wait was about 10-15 minutes long, but definitely longer after us. read more

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I really enjoyed GoodLife Cafe and Bakery. As one of the few eating establishments open in Mendocino on Mondays, it was pretty crowded, but we did manage to get a nice outdoor table. The service was friendly, our food and drinks came out quickly, and the lattes were delicious! I enjoyed a salted caramel latte and avocado toast for lunch. They have a pretty large menu for breakfast and lunch items. Helpful tip: there is a 3% charge if you pay with a card, so have cash if you want to avoid this fee. I would love to go back to try more food items and maybe a goody from the bakery! read more

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Such a cutesy little cafe in the middle of Mendocino! Soooo worth the wait... It's busy any day of the week, their pastries looked amazing! They were out of the one I wanted but I'll find my way back here eventually! I had their huevos rancheros two mornings in a row, they were absolutely perfect! Their mimosa was delicious also, they use fresh squeezed orange juice. read more

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Fun vibe to the place. Very extensive menu and huge array of amazing baked goods. Lots of different options even for vegetarians. Great soup, omelet, and green bowl. Took home bunch of pastries and all were good. Friendly service. read more

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The cutest spot! Excellent service, food and coffee- what more could you ask for. Their pastry and to-go offers are incredible as well! A must if you're in the area :) read more

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Always a good high quality breakfast with over the top service. You can sit outside and is dog friendly. The coffee drinks are very delicious. If you just want a danish and coffee it works as well. Best biscuits and gravy I've ever had. read more

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Goodlife Cafe & Bakery is probably the most popular breakfast/brunch place in Mendocino. We actually came twice during our weekend stay. The first morning we already ate breakfast, so stopped by to just to get coffees since we planned to eat here Saturday morning. I got a hot vanilla latte and my boyfriend got an iced salted caramel latte. He also couldn't help himself and got a ham and cheese roll. Oh my the coffee here is delicious and was excited to have again the next day! I highly recommend. The ham and cheese roll was probably one of the best savory pastry I've had. It was so flaky and had the great crunch while having the warm and soft texture inside with the ham and cheese. On Saturday, I ordered a hot salted caramel latte and my boyfriend got a hot spicy Mexican mocha. Coffee was top notch again. The spicy Mexican mocha was something different and really did have a kick! Salted caramel latte is probably the best I've had and so delicious. I got a breakfast burrito and my boyfriend got the country fried steak. He ordered the sauces on the side for me, so when the burrito came it was lacking in presentation a bit but it was overall a decent burrito. It was not my favorite I've had, but it is a decent size and I only ate half. The country fried steak wasn't anything special to my boyfriend. The breakfast food was alright to us and nothing special. To go, we ordered another ham and cheese roll and an almond croissant. Again, pastries here are delicious! Overall, I'd definitely come back for coffee and pastries. It's a must!! The staff here is very friendly and I love the ability to sit outside and order on your own. They also have heaters already going for you in the winter. It's a really cute place to come with family and friends! read more

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Very vegan friendly spot and worth the stop! So glad we made a point of coming in for breakfast/lunch. They have a number of items that can be made vegan and they are SO delicious! Staff is awesome and they have a dog friendly patio too. We'll be back for more! read more

GoodLife Cafe & Bakery - Green goddess bowl with tofu - Cafes Near Me - Mendocino, California

The Food... perfecto! The service.... Stellar! Ambiance.... Unique and cozy close to beach for a nice walk! read more

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The food was delicious and plentiful. They use really good ingredients for everything. The coffee was great and the atmosphere was charming. The staff was friendly and responsive. read more

This place gets packed on a weekend, as expected, but we only waited for 10mins before we got our table. The blackberry waffle and mocha latte were really good. They only have one restroom stall and the line gets very long, and the wait is longer than the Cafe itself they sell products from local artists which is cool. read more

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Oh so good! Quality ingredients, vegan choices, great croissants, coffee, lattes.... Soups salads and more Delightful inside- bright artwork on the walls. Can Order and Pay at your table. Variety of beers and drinks. Also has "Grab & Go" as you walk in... for those in a hurry. read more

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I can't say enough wonderful things, the food is so fresh and delicious, there's a wide variety on the menu. There are often lines, but well worth the wait. Service is super friendly and I love that they have table service. read more

Cool place right in the middle of Mendocino. It is a good size restaurant yet still has a cozy feel. The food was fresh and tasty. We had the full order of Biscuits & Gravy and The Classic. They do a nice job with the biscuits and the gravy is thick the way we like it. Service is prompt and friendly and the prices are reasonable. Nice selection of pastries, too. read more

Best salad I ever had! Delicious quiche! Coffee wasn't bad, but a bit too acidic for my taste. read more

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