Frankie's serves ice cream from Cowlicks, and it's absolutely worth a stop. The staff is incredibly…read morefriendly, and the ice cream is delicious. On our first visit, we ordered strawberry and root beer float cones. We enjoyed them on the deck after the dinner rush, relaxing while watching the ravens across the street. On our second visit, I tried the affogato with Candy Cap Mushroom ice cream. The earthy, nutty sweetness of the ice cream added an unexpected depth of flavor to the espresso, making for a unique and memorable treat. If you decide to linger, the cozy upstairs seating is a hidden gem. A small window lets in the cool ocean breeze, making it the perfect spot to slow down and enjoy your treat. If you're in town, Frankie's is definitely worth a visit..

On a North Coast vacation, we were in Mendocino for the day. On our list to try was Frankie's, as…read morethey serve Cowlick's ice cream from Fort Bragg, which we have long been fans of. We were fortunate to come by when there was hardly any line, a good start. With all the buzz about Candy Cap Mushroom ice cream I just had to try it. My wife chose the Hokey Pokey (described as honeycomb candy ice cream with lots of honeycomb candy pieces). We grabbed our ice cream and found a number of inside tables to relax in and enjoy our sweets. There are also upstairs and outside tables. My wife loved her Hokey Pokey, and I tried it as well and agreed - a unique concoction and delicious! I found my Candy Cap Mushroom OK, but not a favorite. Certainly points for originality (where else can you find one?) but my tastebuds like something a little sweeter. For me it was a little too like vanilla, my least liked flavor. But I won't ding them for a personal preference, as there was nothing wrong with the quality. Great location for Mendocino ice cream - although maybe next time it's the Hokey Pokey for me.

Luna Trattoria in Mendocino was such a great experience…read more I ordered a glass of wine and the steak & shrimp pasta, and both were incredible. The steak was cooked perfectly, the shrimp were fresh and flavorful, and the pasta tied everything together beautifully. Every bite was rich, comforting, and packed with flavor. The atmosphere was cozy and romantic, making it the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy a meal while taking in the charm of Mendocino. The service was attentive, friendly, and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. If you're visiting Mendocino, Luna Trattoria is definitely worth a stop. Amazing food, great wine, and a wonderful dining experience all around. Can't wait to come back!

Love this rustic Italian restaurant in the town of Mendocino. Fresh pasta made in front of us was…read moreglorious. The focaccia with olive oil and balsamic was very good. Sam was supporting our table of 20 and was great. We will be back!

Terra Farm Kitchen gets my seal of approval. Back in the day, I was the baker in an upscale Italian…read morerestaurant, making the pizzas and deserts, so I am very particular about every aspect of pizzas and Terra Farm Kitchen is top notch. Unfortunately my diet is now restricted to gluten free and I have craved a decent pizza for many years and finally I found an excellent gluten free pizza here. I thought it couldn't be done but this kitchen pulls it off like a dream come true. The atmosphere is quite pleasant and the service charming. Keep in mind the menu is limited but better to do a few things well rather than have boring mediocrity. If you are out for a leisurely pizza you can't do better anywhere north of San Francisco. Tip: get an appetizer while you wait.

Most of the food and drink was fabulous!! The focaccia was old and not good…read moreThe pizzas were fabulous and the local wine selection was great! We also loved getting to walk through the garden and see the lamas Our dogs were able to sit with us at dinner (they could not go into the garden and lama area)

The Waiting Room in Mendocino is a cozy, welcoming spot that feels like stepping into someone's…read morewarm living room. There's a fireplace, a relaxed vibe, and genuinely friendly staff. I waited about 30 minutes for their breakfast sandwich (which I had heard was amazing) while sipping a matcha latte and it was absolutely worth it. Easily one of the best I've had... rich, flavorful, and totally addictive. The pastries were also phenomenal across the board. Chill, quaint, and memorable in the best way. A must-stop breakfast spot in Mendocino

Tried the chocolate chip walnut cookie (it was okay)…read more Also got the bagel that was really good but they don't toast bagels. They also only give a small portion of cream cheese. It's the mini size Philadelphia cream cheese brand. It was a good experience overall but I was disappointed on cleanliness... As I was ordering the employee sneezed all over the bagels and still gave me the one closest to where they coughed.

We had a special back room for 18 and we had a great time! Food, service, private dining area was…read moreperfect. The capture was fantastic and the black cod was memorable. We also had coconut pie which was pretty fabulous! Loved it.

Loved this brunch spot for our sleepy Sunday morning in Mendocino. My husband and I had the…read moreBeaujolais Benedict which comes on crunchy sourdough and the Beaujolais breakfast sando which comes on a spicy cheddar biscuit. Both plates came with a healthy side of crispy home potatoes which were deliciously seasoned. Our fave was the Benedict with its perfect poached egg and creamy take on sauce (not quite hollandaise, but still yummy). The sando was huge and the flavors are more elevated (Gruyère, spinach) than a classic fluffy breakfast biscuit. I would look forward to trying the chilaquiles next time. Our server Rusty was knowledgeable, friendly and efficient. Shoutout to the host Lucy for getting us in early for our reservation and being super sweet! P.s. they've got a cafe next door, too. One stop shop!

This savory veggie pastry was so unbelievably good. This place gets pretty packed on the weekends,…read moreyou can tell it's a local spot and a tourist spot at the same time. We skipped the wait for a seated table and instead just ordered to go. We also had a chai latte that was pretty good. They also have a little store in the front selling Knick knacks, souvenirs, and coffee.

If you're in Mendocino - DO NOT MISS out on this place! Place was packed and it was a bit cold out…read more- 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!

What a great market/general store! It has everything your desires and more…read more I got here right when they opened in the morning and primarily the locals were in getting things for the day. The store is much larger than I anticipated and they have an amazing array of fresh produce, just as you enter the place. It's best to scope out the store and check out all that's available. The aisles meander and you may find things were It's least expected. They have a good looking meat counter and lots of typical market items, plus local things too. I was on a quest for breakfast things and amazed to fine very nicely packaged breakfast sandwiches and burritos made by the store in a refrigerator case. I grabbed several. The store is a bit rustic yet clean and well organized, and there's lots beyond just food items at one end of the store. The woman who checked me out was very pleasant and friendly. If you're looking for something to eat, or fill up on groceries, this is it.

A great local market in Mendocino!…read more My wife and I were in Mendocino for a few days staying at a nearby Bed & Breakfast. When we first checked in, we were told about this market and given directions to it. We were glad for that as we found it to be a well stocked and reasonably priced place to get food for our picnic on the cliff and snacks for the other days of our stay. The selection is great and the prices are very reasonable.

We sat outside in the beautiful garden area. The service was fantastic and they checked on us…read moreoften. I ordered the Hamburger, which was very good. The only downside was the bun. Which was fresh and great tasting, but a bit too much bread for me. I had a side salad with a fantastic home made dressing. My wife ordered the Chicken panini and potatoes. It was also very good. The special of the day was the Red lentil Carrot coconut soup. Again, it was fantastic. For desert we had the Hokey Pokey sundae. The hot fudge tasted homemade also and I really enjoyed the honeycomb ice cream.

I ate a lunch in the courtyard and a dinner in the dining room, both very pleasant experiences…read more The ambiance is relaxed and casual with an extremely friendly and engaging staff. The look is very much a country cafe vibe, yet somewhat upscale too. The lunch outside was so enjoyable. The space and garden is delightful. Seating is far enough apart so you don't feel cramped. I started with the soup of the day which was wonderful. Then I chose the Rock Fish Tacos and oh my goodness, some of the best tacos ever. I liked that they didn't automatically fall apart when you picked it up. Plus the flavor and tenderness of the fish was spot on perfect. For dinner during a subsequent visit sitting inside at a cozy table was equally enjoyable. Four of us had a tough time choosing entrees as everything on the menu looked appealing. We started and shared the cheese board which was fabulous. Local cheeses were the highlight and ever so good. For my entree I chose the Gnochi with vegetagles. I very much enjoyed the overall dish but the gnochi were somewhat sparse and not that good in texture. Surprisingly that didn't impact the overall impression as everything else in the dish was satisfyingly delicious. It was an adequate portion and the price point good for the quality. We went through two bottles of wine, one suggested by the server. It was spot on. This is a delightful restaurant and if you're in the area definitely make it a stop for either lunch, when available, or especially dinner.