The little restaurant is a gem now with outstanding views…read more Great friendly staff all around. Food very good for both breakfast and dinner. Hotel stay not good for us but restaurant helped us enjoy our Anniversary stay.

Arrived for their happy hour. Great service, amazing views and best mussels I've ever had. Can't…read morewait to return

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.

Best option for fresh cuisine in Mendocino. Great attentive staff - down to the busboy!…read more We were really impressed with the distinct flavors each dish offered. We started the night with Scallops - Followed by Gnocchi's and Flat Iron Steak. Perfect trifecta! (Paired it all with a Red Mendocino Blend). Lastly we finished the night with a Strawberry Tart. Not to sweet and just enough to share. When in Mendocino - don't miss out on Trillium!!

This review is for dinner. Hours are 5-8:30 PM, but we stayed until at least 9:30 or 10 PM. We were…read morenot the last to leave. They had local ceramics on sale next to the entrance. The fireplace inside was burning and warmed the dining room. I liked that there was no strong smoke smell. Reservations are highly recommended. The space is small, so there will be a wait without a reservation. Reviews were good, but my experience was not the same. I was surprised that the service was stiff and not hospitable. Also the food was just ok. -Soup of the day: fish chowder $8 for a bowl. Shareable for four. Server should have brought out bowls without us asking. -Grilled artichoke: $17. Server refused/did not know how to explain how to eat it -Scallops: $23. Menu should say how many scallops are in one order. Server did offer to ask the chef to include one scallop per person. -Sable fish: $43. Fair - menu warned about bones and there were plenty. Black rice needed seasoning or salt. -Flat iron steak: $50. Prettiest dish. -Pork medallions: $45. Not memorable. Could pass on this. -Rock cod: $43. Smallest portion size of the four. The only thing our server could say about the dessert was, "it's made by a pastry chef". Giving pretentious. Anyway I liked the COCONUT ALMOND CAKE because of the banana ice cream and the toffee sauce. I thought this was a great way to end the meal. It will be the only thing memorable about Trillium Cafe for me. The roasted strawberry tart was the worst. Too much cream and not enough strawberry. I would rather go back to Cafe Beaujolais to see our sweet farmer server again.

This wonderful restaurant is a find on the coast. It is nestled in the redwoods on the Pacific…read moreCoast. The views are worth a visit for a glass of fine Mendocino wine at the bar with such a friendly staff. The dinners and appetizers are also amazing. I had crepes with mushrooms that are reminiscent of Paris. I also had the best scallops with cauliflower. I then heard that the chef is from Paris of course. This restaurant is a treat to enjoy. I hope to return soon from the Bay Area. The restaurant is beautiful as well. We also enjoyed great live music on Friday night.

We're staying at the Heritage House, so thought we'd try 5200 out. It was May, midweek so not…read morecrowded at all - they did only use the back room (not the nice dining area with plush seating, as pictured in some of the yelp photos). The back room is very casual - it was "seat yourself" so get here early if you want to snag a table by the window(s). The food was mixed - started with one of the specials: "Red & Gold Beet Salad" @ $17 - it was beautiful, but the white truffle vinaigrette was flavorless so the salad was bland. Tried another special: "Steak Diane" @ $40 - ordered medium-rare and it was way undercooked. Couldn't bring myself to eat it. The Grilled Rib Eye was good - was also on the rare side but husband doesn't mind. It was a treat to have some live music (Kendall Dean) - she was super. Servers were friendly. Was nice, but wasn't impressed with the room, and just bummed the meat wasn't cooked to order.

A great spot. I was not expecting the level and magnitude of elegance and composition that I found…read morein the dishes here. Service is so friendly and I felt super taken care of. Pre-dinner popcorn is a great touch, and it's top notch popcorn - crisp and salted well. Carrot salad - loved this. Smoky carrots roasted nice and soft with some sweetness, some crunch, some creaminess, and a tasty dressing. Great dish! White bean soup - this is very savory and hearty, perfect on a cold day, and the portion is generous too! The sundae is such a great idea. Classic soft serve with pretty much every topping option you can think of. Thank you for the great experience and the great meal!

Along the Mendonoma coast there aren't many restaurants that serve excellent food & drinks at a…read morereasonable cost. The Record is doing a fantastic job! We split a Ruben sandwich and it was amazing. They have done a great job with the beer selections and non-alcoholic options too. The menu has a lot to offer everyone. It is seasonal and the chef has done a great job working with local farms. The owners are very friendly and work really hard to make sure you feel welcome. The overall dining experience was like going to their house for dinner. If you haven't been to The Record, you're missing out. We can wait to return and support this small local restaurant.

Mendocino, small town feels, with the beachy vibes....ah the Good Life. It's exactly that and…read moreGoodLife 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.

Had a morning Valentine's brunch in Mendocino!…read more 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!

Tucked away in the quiet town of Healdsburg, SingleThread delivers the kind of experience that…read moreimmediately reminds you why it stands among California's three Michelin star destinations. From the very beginning of the meal, there was a clear sense of precision, elegance, and intention. The opening presentation was stunning, filled with an assortment of beautifully composed small bites featuring oyster, mushroom, sea bream, and a variety of other seasonal ingredients. Each bite felt delicate yet purposeful, showcasing both technical refinement and remarkable balance. One of the most memorable dishes of the evening was the bluefin tuna moriawase paired with strawberries. Normally, fruit in savory dishes tends to feel distracting or overly sweet to me, but the execution here was exceptional. The chefs managed to create a harmony between sweetness, tartness, acidity, and umami that elevated the tuna rather than overshadowing it. It was a dish that felt thoughtful, restrained, and incredibly well composed. The consistency throughout the progression of the menu was equally impressive. Course after course arrived with meticulous presentation and a strong sense of identity. Every dish felt polished and intentional, balancing visual artistry with flavors that were equally compelling. There was never a moment where the meal lost momentum, and the pacing allowed each course to feel distinct while still contributing to a cohesive experience. That said, there was one course that completely missed the mark for our group. The milk and honey dessert, which resembled a sponge cake topped with a whipped goat cheese foam, was overwhelmingly pungent and difficult to approach as a dessert course. The intensity of the goat cheese dominated every other component, to the point where it felt less like a composed dessert and more like being punched by a goat farm. Looking around the dining room, it seemed we were not alone in our reaction. Interestingly, when we mentioned that this was the only dish we did not enjoy, we were told, "if at least 1 out of 10 guests enjoy it, we consider it a win." It was certainly an unexpected response, especially given how polished and thoughtful the rest of the experience had been. Even with that misstep, the overall meal was exceptional. SingleThread succeeds in delivering a dining experience that feels elegant, immersive, and deeply personal. Between the artistry of the presentations, the balance of flavors, and the technical execution across the menu, it remains one of the most impressive three Michelin star experiences in California.

Food Service Wine…read more Beer Experience Tonight was my first night here and I don't know how I missed it since it has been open nine years. It was so good that it blows my mind. Since I was just in Paris for 15 days, I booked this upon my return so that I could experience the American version of perfection. It is mind blowing how good it is here. Every course and every moment ... feels special and delicious. Americans have definitely enhanced the lifestyle experience. I know I like it in France... and I love it here at home! Maybe a bit more! I'm so proud that this is in our neighborhood. Feeling so blessed in this moment. Grateful for Chef who really makes a difference and really makes something special to remember forever. Seriously ... my favorite mashed potatoes ever! And A-5 Wagyu magic!

This was such a delicious meal! The fish was cooked perfectly and the bread was so perfect. The…read morestaff was very attentive and the vibe was really warm.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but our experience here was highly disappointing. This is not a…read moreMichelin-starred establishment, yet the wait times and lack of attention made for a very frustrating meal. The Wait: We sat for over 20 minutes before receiving water or placing our order. It took at least another 30 minutes for our very first dish to arrive. The Food: The steamer clams were overly salty and full of sand. One of the oysters was also shockingly tiny. When we pointed this out, the waitress claimed extra oysters had been added to the shells, but we did not see any evidence of that. The Service: Basic service was missing. We never received water refills, and our empty shell plates were never cleared, leaving a massive pile of clutter on the table. The Bill & Gratuity: A 20% gratuity was automatically added because we were a party of 6 (5 adults and a baby). After we expressed our dissatisfaction, the waitress did remove the automatic charge and said sorry that we didn't like the food. However, her apology felt insincere and making it clear she was mostly upset about losing part of her tip. We still left a 12% tip out of courtesy, but given the combination of poorly prepared food and unattentive service, we will not be returning.

Came to Bird & the Bottle with no expectations during a layover for work... wow is an…read moreunderstatement. Korean fusion spot with a beautiful patio view to enjoy outside, plus a super vibey ambiance inside. Happy hour runs 3-6 with cocktails and small bites. Now for the main attractions: the garlic noodles and ALL the tacos... WOAH. Total flavor explosion in your mouth. The tuna poke was incredibly fresh with the perfect amount of crunch from the taro chips. Since I was working, I went with a refreshing mocktail and it did not disappoint. Dom was super nice and helpful, and the portions were great too -- definitely enough to take leftovers home. If you're in the area, make sure to stop by. You will not be disappointed!

My family, my partner and I love this place. If you are looking for great service, yummy food and…read moreatmosphere- this should be your first and only stop. My girlfriend and I love every time we get Shawn as our server. She's attentive and makes us feel really comfortable. :)

The food and hospitality at Offspring are truly above and beyond. You can feel the care in every…read moredetail, from the flower arrangement out front to the simple, elegant food and attentive service. My friend and I were visiting a nearby winery and stopped by for a quick bite, and we were genuinely blown away. The tuna crudo, duck pâté, wines, desserts, and small bites all felt on the level of highly praised spots in San Francisco, but with incredible value. If you're traveling through Anderson Valley or heading toward Mendocino, I can't recommend Offspring enough. Excited to come back.

I realize this is a very small town with a very small market. However, considering that it…read moreattracts and caters to tourists, a bit disappointed that they didn't have better gluten free options considering the significant progress in GF pizza crust technology. The kale and cabbage salad was innovative with a fermented garlic vinaigrette dressing with crispy kale (never had that before) and marcona almonds. It was a substantial salad for two and was delicious - not too much dressing, the dressing wasn't overpowering, the cabbage was crisp - it all worked really well. Because they didn't have gluten free pizza crusts, got the asparagus, green garlic and speck pizza toppings over polenta, which came out sizzling hot in a pan. It probably was great as a pizza, but not great over polenta. The pizza's looked large, so instead of getting a pizza that would only be half eaten, ordered the radiatorre pasta with pork ragu as the second entree. The pasta was fresh, substantial and delicious. The ragu was good, not too saucy, but a little bland. It could have benefited from some fresh basil and a little more... oomph. The local wines - barbera and granache - were not our favorites so we ordered a bottle of sangiovese. Fairly pricey - it all came out to over $200.