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    Trillium Cafe & Inn

    4.3 (1k reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 8:30 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Louis M.

    Although I was initially reluctant to attend, my wife encouraged me to go, and I found the experience to be quite rewarding. Service: Adrienne, thank you for your professionalism, proactive management, and commitment to ensuring our order was delivered on schedule. Atmosphere: The facility was well-maintained, comfortable, and expansive. While the table sizes were somewhat compact, they remained functional for our dining needs. I would recommend utilizing the patio seating, weather permitting, as it offers a superior and more spacious environment. One thing I would recommend, is to call for reservations. Food: The restaurant featured an outstanding selection of fine cuisine. We began our meal with an order of sautéed wild scallops accompanied by Meyer lemon marmalade; the quality was such that we promptly ordered a second serving, which proved to be an excellent value. Additionally, the pepper lemon soup was exceptionally well-prepared. Selecting a main course proved challenging due to the quality of the options, such as the flat iron steak, but I ultimately chose the catch of the day, rock cod. The dish was expertly seasoned, presented with artistic care, and served in a generous portion. My wife selected the grilled pork chop, served with grilled baby carrots, cauliflower, and wild rice. She noted that the dish offered a sophisticated balance of sweet and savory notes, specifically commending the tenderness and high quality of the pork. For dessert, we enjoyed the honeycomb sundae, an exceptional offering topped with syrup, chocolate cookies, and whipped cream. Should you have room for dessert, I highly recommend their house-made specialty selections crafted by their own pastry chef. Location: The proximity to the venue allowed us to explore Mendocino's local culture and numerous independent shops on foot. The combination of pleasant weather and the coastal breeze defined the unique character of this town, leaving us with a strong impression of going back to old West. Spirits/ Wine Selection: The selection was exceptionally comprehensive and featured an extensive array of local wines. Guests have the flexibility to purchase beverages by the glass, half-bottle, or full bottle.

    Lamb chop special
    Suzanne M.

    We like coming here on our annual visit. Outside has been redone. I was skeptical about how I would feel because I liked the tent but I have to say it is a bit more classy. The gardens are still beautiful. Our server was pleasant although could have been a bit more attentive. Our food took forever to come out. We were fine with that because we were enjoying ourselves.We shared the blue cheese salad. It was light and fresh. I had the lamb chops. Tasty but way too much broccolini. It's like they were trying to get rid of what they had in the kitchen. My husband had the prawns and risotto. They were large prawns and he was happy. We wanted to catch the sunset so we had to forgo dessert to run out. Next time.

    Fish special of the day
    Carmen O.

    Came in for dinner on a trip to Mendocino on Labor Day weekend. What a delightful experience! The ambience is quaint inside, with multiple small dining areas. There is a beautiful outdoor patio seating that is heated, with use of the water. Service was prompt, friendly, eligible and unintrusive. We started with the scallop appetizer which was served with some fennel and greens, and was delicious. The scallops might have been seared a little bit more. We also had a fig salad which was very refreshing and delightful. For entrées we split the fish of the day which was cod served with scalloped potatoes and snap peas. We also had the wild prawns which were served with polenta and beautiful purple cauliflower and broccolini. Both were absolutely delicious. Our dinner we had the Dubai bar which was insane! . Highly recommend Trillium if you are in the area

    Christine C.

    A wonderful place when you crave Italian cuisine in Mendocino! Simple but flavorful food bring out the real taste of the ingredients. Love the service from the host to the servers. Will revisit again next time in town!

    Dining interior
    Tom B.

    I ate a lunch in the courtyard and a dinner in the dining room, both very pleasant experiences. 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.

    Hamburger and salad
    Thor M.

    We sat outside in the beautiful garden area. The service was fantastic and they checked on us often. 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.

    Sunil R.

    Trillium Cafe & Inn in Mendocino has a beautiful setting and the food really delivers...well-prepared dishes in a charming, relaxed atmosphere right in the village. We enjoyed the meal overall, but the service felt a bit uneven. It seemed like our waitress may have been new and wasn't fully familiar with the menu or options, which made things a little slow and unclear at times. Still, the quality of the food and the setting make it a strong 4-star experience and a place we'd happily return to.

    Scallops $23
    Clara C.

    This review is for dinner. Hours are 5-8:30 PM, but we stayed until at least 9:30 or 10 PM. We were not 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.

    Ilyssa R.

    Our favorite restaurant in Mendocino. Beautiful outdoor eating, wonderful food for both meat-eaters and vegetarians (like me!) alike. We adore the brussels sprouts, the croquettes, gnocchi, bison burger... everything is fabulous. We always come back here.

    Menu - Rose & Red Blend
    Ernest G.

    Best option for fresh cuisine in Mendocino. Great attentive staff - down to the busboy! 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!!

    Pork Medallions
    Sharan N.

    Best restaurant in downtown Mendocino. Located walking distance from the majestic coastline. The indoor dining reminds of classic inn style dining. The outdoors is spacious with beautiful landscaping and coastal views. Noticed outdoor guests are provided blankets for comfort. Our hostess Jen made us feel at home and the birthday dinner truly special. The special Morel Mushrooms appetizer with Polenta patty and asparagus sauce was exceptional. Loved the local farm fresh greens served with all dishes especially with the seared scallops and goat cheese croquettes. Warm coconut almond cake with Banana ice cream and dessert wine was the perfect finish. Will definitely come back here in the future :)

    Dan B.

    Food was amazing. Fresh seafood and pork medallions Roasted tomato bisque and blue cheese salad were wonderful. Finished off with a fruity sorbet. Service was friendly and attentive. A warm and friendly atmosphere which made us feel like locals. Highly recommend.

    Cheese board
    Hazel B.

    The staff are very friendly and the food tasted amazing. My parents and I came here during lunch time (they have separate menus for lunch and dinner) and they have both inside and outside seating. The day was so nice so a lot of people were outside and they could only take us inside which was fine with us. They offer tap or sparkling water to start you off. What we ordered: cheese board, Strawberry margarita, strawberry spritz, strawberry salad, and panini chicken sandwich with potato wedges split in two (my dad and I split the panini because they described it as big enough). The cheese board was probably one of the best cheese boards I've had. Absolutely lovely. The main dishes, although tasted great, took an unusually long time to be made. That felt odd to us since all we ordered was a salad and a panini. That's the only reason for docking it one star, otherwise it's great!

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    I had black cod. It was cook perfectly. My overall meal was outstanding and service was awesome.

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    Great food, great service, friendly staff, beautiful out door eating area. Would highly recommend. Will be back forsure.

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    Noticed gluten free options on their menu. How are they good about avoiding cross-contamination?

    We have flour in our kitchen, so there isn’t a guarantee our gluten free options don’t have flour particles. However, all our pastries are made in the morning, and at a designated table, where as our salads and appetizers have another station. Our… 

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    Great food Excellent service…read more We stopped by after our dinner at Cafe Beaujolais and they gave 2 choices of time- 5pm or 7:30. We picked the later time. We were there probably until 9:30/9:45 pm and they were still sitting people! Our table oversaw the garden are.

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    4.2(170 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    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.

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    3.9(307 reviews)
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    We recently spent four days on the Mendocino coast. While there, we stayed and dined MacCallum…read moreHouse, A Mendocino Boutique Hotel & Restaurant MacCallum House has an accommodation for every taste. Whether you stay at the renovated Victorians in downtown Mendocino or the MacCallum Suites a few blocks away; there is a size and layout for every need. The MacCallum House Restaurant is a must for dinner. The menu is appealing and the steamed clam & corn chowder is excellent. You really have to try it. Adding to the dinning experience is the staff. From the moment you meet Sylvia, the Hostess, you feel right at home. Owen of the wait staff brings a European flair to his service. It all takes place under the watchful and experience eye of Milo, the maître d'hôtel. Milo can assist you in your selections of food and wine and is a very cordial professional. Give it a go. When in Mendo, MacCallum House for the stay and the dine.

    My wife and I have been staying here for years and each time we have been back lately the service…read moreand quality of our stay have been very disappointing. This time was the worst and we will never be back again. These are the reasons why: there is no room service unless one asks for it; our room #19 was disturbed by someone on the property replacing the roof right out side our window; the rate includes breakfast and the service was so bad that on our second night we bought breakfast at a nearby cafe; we had a classic drink (gimlet) at the bar and I had to tell the attendant how to make it; the physical plant needs major attention, very tired. The final incident sealed the deal for me. I went to the front to request a meet with management to address the constant hammering--never a response! It is very sad for us because we used to love this place.

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    0.1 mi
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    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!

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