Where to begin? Roxy greeted us right away with a warm and welcoming smile and introduced us to her menu and the freshly made Ceveche special. We chose to order that, and the Truffle Fries.We loved everything! This little restaurant is charming, the decor is so fun! It includes pictures she took of her travels around the world, and art she made with repurposed materials. This is a very charming, cozy and welcoming place, I invite you to give it a try. ROCK SEAS is open Tuesday-Sunday: Dinner nightly @ 5pm and Brunch is served second Saturday and Sunday starting at 11am Plus, McNab Tasting room is right next door. You can order from there and Roxy delivers it to your table! Love our Mendocino County Businesses We are VERY BLESSED! read more

Rock Sea's - Ceveche and corn style chips. YUM! - New American Near Me - Hopland, California

The service was super nice, my family was a bit rowdy and we were happy to get a table for Mother's Day on short notice! Staff were really kind, seated asap. I got the beet salad with bacon, super good and refreshing. My family's food wasn't their cup of tea, we got the chicken and waffles special but the waffle tasted like it was frozen then reheated. It was also not a whole waffle, just 1/4 of a waffle just about. The potatoes/sweet potato mix had too much salt for our liking. Another family member got a burger with just cheese and meat, they asked to be well done but it was burnt/hard to chew, on the smaller side compared to the rest of the bun. All in all I think that the vibes are nice but can't recommend the chicken and waffles or the burger. read more

Rock Sea's - Hamburger - New American Near Me - Hopland, California

Amazing food and service! Fresh items from the garden and great quality. Will come back any time I'm around.

Disastrous meal. I got the same dried out shrimp as a previous review stated. Grits were like over cooked polenta. Some weird salty braised meat on top w a smear of bad bbq sauce on the side. I grow the same lettuce in my garden that looks better than what I was given. Idt a sawzall would have gotten through the mutton my companion ordered. I know how to break down meat & I've never seen a lamb chop cut like this. The toddler is a whole norther story! OMFG. I was really looking forward to this evening. Bad all the way around. Oh ya, them tables are disgusting too! read more

Rock Sea's - Dog food - New American Near Me - Hopland, California

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Love this place and always feel at home. So great to have in Hopland and you are going to love all the mosaic art and incredible tables

This was our fourth visit and still have only great things to say about the food and ambiance. We are treated like family and the food is truly outstanding. read more

I'm so confused...this place seems to be doubling as a daycare? Two shrieking children are here and appear to be the children of one of the servers. The other server is wearing a child on her back, and there are multiple large toy things in the way. In addition to that bizzareness, the food is bad. The burger seems to be a pre frozen patty, no flavor. The shrimp and grits are a tiny portion of four shrimp with a sliver of grits cake. The grits are the only decent part. The shrimp is very over cooked, as well as some dry little fish cake of some kind. How this place is so highly rated is beyond me. It's awful. After receiving the food we've been ignored and I think it's because they know how uncomfortable this situation is. read more

Rock Sea's - Children's toy/walkers in the way - New American Near Me - Hopland, California

That was a great hometown experience. Country farm to table. Roxanne is a talented chef and everything was personal like family & friends. Definitely recommend. That was a great hometown experience. Country farm to table. Roxanne is a talented chef and everything was personal like family & friends. Definitely recommend. read more

Showed up two hours prior to opening. Owner graciously accommodated us. She allowed us to order cocktails and food even though she was not open. We ordered Paloma's and the beet salad, all was amazing considering she was closed. We 100 % recommend this place read more

i would like to support this place but just cant. Mostly because it is like a toddlers bedroom. So weird, for the prices they are charging it should be a calm inviting environment. Everytime ive eaten there ive left thinking wow they could have a 4 star restaurant and be really popular but the environment is hostile. Wait staff distracted or literally carrying a fussy child to take your order. or the kid is crying in the back.. i dont blame the kid, what kid wants to spend all night in a restaurant.?? Maybe they should gear to the family style restaurant, with kid friendly food and prices, with other little ones running around?? However. The food can be really good and inventive selections... read more

We live locally and this was our first visit. Farm to table with incredible service. Every plate felt homemade. RockSeas is now my new favorite restaurant in Hopland I asked about gluten-free and learned the whole kitchen is gluten-free The Low Gap Old Fashioned was made with love Tunisian Carrots were like a visit from the Mediterranean The fried chicken was light and crispy and full of flavor Desert was a chocolate tort with ice cream Bold chocolate flavors with a creamy vanilla ice cream read more

The level of taste, environment and ART is a perfect combination for an experience of a lifetime. Animators, this is BEYOND a biblical feast!! Be inspired here!! read more

Rock Sea's - Taste to believe!! - New American Near Me - Hopland, California

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Rock Sea's is a very nice small town restaurant. Food was great and the staff were very nice. No complaints!Stop in for a wine tasting at McNab and then eat at Rock Sea's next door. It was a pleasure to have discovered these two places. read more

Our group of 9 had an excellent experience at Rock Sea's. Starting with great cocktails and wine with two charcuterie boards, perfect for 9 people, which included crispy bread, cheese, meats and pickles including pickled ginger. Then a round of delicious Caesar and grilled peach salads. A variety of main dishes came out at the same time, which has been an issue sometimes with our big group. Mains included shrimp with a slab of deep fried grits, pork roast with grits, steak with balsamic reduction, fried chicken with dipping sauce & fries and even a yummy hamburger. Our servers were very friendly & attentive and showed their true appreciation to everyone. It's a small local place that did a great job taking care of our large group. I give Rock Sea's FIVE STARS! read more

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Ok, so I paid up front $85 for Thanksgiving dinner. Entered the restaurant. There was a buffet style offerings lined up on the bar. It looked good. Got our plates and loaded them with turkey, ham, and the trimmings. Sat down and started to dine. They say that Thanksgiving turkey is the most anticipated meal of the year. The turkey and ham were as COLD. So was most of the trimmings. Horrible. Luckily they brought out a new plate of turkey (after I struggled through that cold stuff). We went up to get some warm food and was glared at by the owner, like she was saying "seconds"??? Well yeah, cold turkey belongs between bread, not on a plate for thanksgiving. This is the third time I have gone here. Last time I ordered chicken wings. For close to $15 I was served 3 little chicken wings, one of which was missing most of its meat. Will I go back? Absolutely not read more

Had a great, intimate dinner here with some friends as we passed through town. Service was excellent, the owners and staff are some of the coolest, most genuine people, and every dish was fresh and extremely good. I got the pork chop - 10/10 recommend, fries were great, mussels awesome, salad was enough to split for three people. Recommend highly! read more

I was in such a slump for a couple of days and my husband forced me to go out in public for a meal. What a treat... The food, artistic vibe and the friendly owner and waitress really made my week and put me back on the right track. Rock Seas is such a great treat! An absolute must try! read more

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We were camping up the highway and stopped by here for dinner after reading all the positive reviews. The service, food, and atmosphere were wonderful. Had 2 glasses of local wine, brussel sprouts, Mac and cheese, and grilled peaches for dessert. All were delicious, balanced, well executed. Can't wait to come back again. read more

This could be my favorite restaurant in the area, I meant Ukiah, Willits and Santa Rosa. If a smile can make you feel like a princess on earth ever?? That happened here, that was from Roxanna!!! Such a welcoming and warm personality! But let's get to he good food. Shrimp and pork belly !!!! Definitely the option to start, fri d calamari, beyond anything you tried before. The sauce was a little too hot for me, still he best Duck confite was the start of the night, if you need to drive 3 hours or 4 to taste this Godly Duck, do it today. read more

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Good people and good food. Excellent wine. I love the Brussels sprouts. Local owners.

Small but mighty menu with more than enough options and variety! Best crispy brussels ever! Tender braised lamb! Heavenly chocolate torte with homemade ice cream. Spicey mussels. Whether passing through Hopland, or within Mendo or Sonoma County, and looking to treat your tastebuds don't miss RockSeas. read more

My wife and I have been coming here regularly since we moved here a year and a half ago. In our opinion this is the best restaurant around. I usually get the shrimp and grits and my wife loves the fried chicken. The brussels sprouts and french fries are amazing and so are the desserts. The owner is a gifted chef. It is commendable for real people with real lives to run and operate a business like this. It is a family run business and we are very happy to support it. It is such a blessing for this area. read more

This restaurant is a little hidden gem. The food is delicious. The ambience is beautiful with hand carved tables and the service was fantastic. Definitely a must drive if you are traveling through. read more

Good and service amazing !! The owners have a beautiful baby !! I love supporting them, I also love that they always have a different cut of meat to prepare, plus the meat is fresh local and amazing !! Def please come here !! Support local business !! -randal and diego read more

Had a little snack at 10:30 at Rock Seas in Hopland!!! New York Strip and Seared Duck Breast. The Calamari for a starter was incredible!! Love, love having this restaurant in our little village!!! https://www.facebook.com/RockSeas101/ read more

Wow!! First time ever for American food that makes me feel like wanting to come back again and again (never ever happened before for American food). Everything we ordered is so fresh and flavorful and delicious. We arrived quite hungry so we orderded 2 share and 2 main. The portion is so big we even couldn't finish one of the main dishes so we took home. Wish they are closer but 45 minutes drive from Santa Rosa is so worth it and we will be back!! read more

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I came to this gem with my partner and mother-in-law... and it was amazing! Service - 5 stars The experience from the beginning was wonderful. We were greeted and seated by Sarah & she's just a very friendly, helpful person. She gave us wonderful recommendations on wine and was very patient with us. Food - 5 stars We ordered the calamari & I just gotta say... that sweet chili sauce is to die for! Calamari was crispy and breaded perfectly. I ordered the duck & my partner got the fish special. Laaaaawd, the duck was crispy and juicy in all the right places & the quinoa underneath was awesome! My partner can be a picky eater, but she licked her plate clean. She really liked the golden beets that were paired with the cod. For dessert, we ordered the cherry bread pudding and the flourless chocolate cake... both very rich and sweet. Definitely glad we paired it with ice cream! Compliments to the chef!!! Decor - 5 stars They got the ambiance right when they decorated the restaurant. It's very homey, yet sheek and I love all the art decor in the restaurant! Great job guys! read more

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Amongst the BEST places and flavors I have ever experienced... not just on this trip out to bother CALIFORNIA.. but EVER!!! The most welcoming staff to start... atmosphere .. tops... and food., complex and wonderful flavors and presentations ... we tried the fried calamari, which was amazing.. then the shrimp and pork belly, which should have its own food group!!!! Awaiting the duck and a dish of.stir fried vegetables to add to this this amazing voyage to our taste buds!!!! The beer, death and taxes is just amazing!!! Deserts are amazing too. We tried the Pecan Pie and Apple tart and both were wonderful!!!! As Arnold said...."I'll be back"!!!!! This is s must visit in Hopland!!!!!! read more

Some of, if not THE, best seafood I have ever had. Super cute unassuming building in down town Hopland with great staff, beautiful decor, and even better food! read more

Rock Sea's - Their mussels! - New American Near Me - Hopland, California

100 miles from home, missed breakfast, we decide on diner menu, ordered-lamb chops well done { came 2 Lamb T bones with green }, scallops { 3 large scallops with greens & cut up bacons}, got too use to have restaurant serve breads...not here, so, we order another dish-fried chicken with a waffle, all food were nice, restaurant well decorated with very home atmosphere, services was wonderful. read more

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We had an amazing meal of Brussels, asparagus, seasar salad with anchovies, braised beef with crispy grits- Art on the plate! The owner/chef also had her mosaic art on the walls and we ate on the furniture she made. You could just feel all the love she put in the restaurant and food. She was friendly and we even got to meet her adorable son. We cleaned our plates and unfortunately had no room for dessert...next time for sure! read more

Good food. Nice place. I had the ricotta fritters, Caesar with anchovies and the fried chicken and polished it off with key lime pie. Thankfully it's happy hour so it wasn't steep for one person. The fritters were really good with a thin crunchy shell and soft interior. They came with blustered cherry tomatoes and honey and it was very tasty. The chicken was good but cooked off the bone. It was crunchy and salty. I washed it down with a lovely Husch Sauvignon blanc. read more

Perfect dinner for the Angelenos coming back from camping up north! Perfectly-cooked steak frites, delicious sides, excellent drinks, awesome local wines, amazing owners, comfortable vibes... 11 out of 10! read more

Before Sunday I had never heard of Hopland, Ca., but now I can't stop thinking about it. Rock Seas is to blame! What can I say that hasn't already been mentioned in the countless five star reviews? Not much I presume, other than my husband and I accidentally ate the best meal of our life (no disrespect to the Michelin star restaurants in which we've eaten previously) while driving through to the Bayarea. From the moment we stepped inside and were greeted by the lovely Sarah (our awesomely friendly server) we knew we had stumbled upon a gem. Every detail has been thoroughly thought of and perfectly executed by Roxanne, the owner. From the mosaic, to the tables, to the artwork, and the music, your every sense is stimulated - and that's before you take your first bite. As for the food... sigh... we started with stuffed figs which were perfection. They were served with bacon, greens, and a balsamic reduction. We devoured every bite. For our entrees, my husband ordered the fried chicken. Too simple? Not if it's perfectly crisp on the outside, moist on the inside, flavorful like grandma's and "the best damn chicken" my husband had ever tried. I ordered the prawns and pork belly on a bed of greens served with (my favorite part of the meal) fried corn on the cob. My dish was a complex symphony of flavors that worked beautifully together. It was flavorful and light, and it simultaneously took me back to my youth and introduced me to new flavors. Though I was completely satisfied after my meal, I could've eaten another. It was THAT good! The pièce de résistance was our dessert. We ordered the grilled peaches with homemade blackberry sorbet, topped with candied pecans. It was exquisite! I feel bad (ish) for my husband, as my "one bite" turned into a "I really want to lick my plate" moment. Very seldom do you find a chef who can do it all, Roxanne is the rare exception. She's equally as amazing a pâtissière as she is a head chef. I applaud her... and can't wait to visit her again. read more

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Very small & intimate restaurant. I love the staff. Roxxanne and Sarah are very personable people and heightens the dining experience. The food is delicious. Would be nice to see more seafood options during the week. I believe they add more only on weekends but I'm not sure. Nevertheless definitely a place to check out. Please bring back your the muscles. They were Dee-Lish. read more

Excellent meal, great vibe. It's hard to find great food on the drive north into the Redwoods, but this place is a winner. Concise menu, great specials, good (small) wine selection. Highly recommended. read more

Rock Sea's - New American Near Me - Hopland, California

"Magic and Love"! That about sums it up. My Wife and I are still wondering if our experience yesterday was real or a dream. Rocksea is definitely living the life she loves, as Iv'e never been so spellbound by a restaurant experience. One Love read more

whats make up a five star review per my definition... 1. Walking in and being made to feel as if I made the right choice for dinner. Being greeted with warmth and sincerity. 2. Being presented with a menu with a great variety of options but not over whelming. Having a server/hostess beautifully explaining the options including what makes them special. 3. Served a dish with color and presentation that food deserves. Having each bite create a first thought of this is really good. 4. Seeing the owner come over and say hello and thank you for being there. 5. Receiving the bill and being really grateful for its represented value. Feeling it was well worth it. The place itself is very eclectic in the decor and warm at the same time. They even have hooks to hang purses and bags along with unusual style of chairs.... The owners creative artwork is found through out representing more warmth of colors and textures.......a very nice way to end a day...... read more

Cute little rustic looking place from the road. The interior is filled with artwork by the owner/chef. She even made the beautiful live edge wood slab tabletops. Service was personal, super friendly but not intrusive. THE FOOD was special. Very fresh, most things from their farm, including the lamb. But the flavors and textures she blends were completely unique. Everything we ordered from the cocktail to the dessert were absolutely delicious, interesting and satisfying. The mussels were served in a spicy broth with bits of pork sausage. The macaroni and cheese with crawfish was creamy and perfectly seasoned. Just enough crawfish for the seafood flavor without overpowering the cheesy noodles. The steak frites, truffle fries, was perfect. We cleaned our plates but still ordered flourless chocolate torte with whipped cream and fresh raspberries and a red wine reduction drizzle. She farms, makes furniture and art, cooks like a dream and offers warm friendly service. What a pleasant discovery for a perfect anniversary dinner date. read more

I worked at Rock Sea's for month's and never got paid neither tips, nor an hourly wage. Just prior to working there she said that her one waitress was a no-show on Valentine's Day! I learned quickly why. I entered all of my tips each evening, and she refused to pay me stating, "I don't know if people are really going to pay their cc bill, and not contest it so I can't give you money now!" Then all of a sudden she had a stomach ache and had to leave without paying me. This would happen over and over. Roxanne Hempl is not a quality individual having people work for free, with no respect in not paying people their hourly or tips! No wonder her restaurant is with her lone self, and her baby, no dishwasher, no waitress, no bartender! Because she starves others to succeed. I even watched her baby constantly for her. I have seen her make food that is past its expiration date for customers. And she uses meat that is from her own home. It is not meat raised and farmed for restaurant consumption. It is just her animals, she kills and brings to work to serve! This is not a business owner of the law. She rants about having 10K in debt a month to everyone who comes in. She is not qualified to run a restaurant, leaving people hungry, tired of her personal despair, while toting a crying baby around. read more