This cafe gives character, and I love it! There isnt a bathroom, or cell service, or wifi... but honestly thats part of the charm. Instead, you get an amazing patio space that overlooks the river with delicious food. So honestly it forces you to disconnect and take it all in (and also hold your bladder, plan accordingly). There's also a nice shop next door The chowder is my favorite so far: not very heavy but full of flavor and large chopped clams finished with a bit of fat (butter and oil). It has a deep herbaceousness which really adds to the chowder. I also had the rainbow sandwich which was full of flavor and fresh veg. The coffee was also solid! read more

Food was tasty, but the view is literally to die for. They have pastries, coffee drinks. I think I had avocado toast. It's of local ingredients. Service was with a smile. read more

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This is a lovely spot right on the lake. Pop in the nature center and chat to Heidi who is so knowledgeable about the area and then get yourself an avocado on toast or a crab and egg on toast and then watch the people in the canoes on the lake in the sunshine. This will mean that when you get to Bodega Bay a little down the coast you will be too not hungry to stop at The Birds cafe so consider that in your plans because this lovely cafe is not far from Bodega Bay and that is where Hitchcock made The Birds so do you want a Lake view or to view the pier where Tippi Hedren got out of the boat while you have lunch?Only you know. It's hard because the crab and egg on toast would be hard to match but if you are into film locations..you are going to have to choose folks...does a lake view trump an iconic film location? I only had the Aquatica experience and it was a good one. read more

Always so pleasant and incredibly relaxing to eat with a view of the River. Coffee is wonderful and we ordered food this stop- crab sandwich on roll and the clam chowder. Great portion size for the price and you could definitely tell how fresh they were. Parking is tough but not their fault, seating is ample and happily fed folks are very friendly on the patio. Ordering system is efficient. Love this place!! read more

Cafe Aquatica offers stunning views from its amazing outdoor dining space. If anything, you should certainly stop here to enjoy the flawless vibes. We were coming from the beach and stopped by one of the few places to eat in Jenner, Cafe Aquatica. We ordered a crab sandwich, a yogurt parfait, the clam chowder, and a few pastries. You order at the counter, and they call you to a window when your food is ready. The crab sandwich was good, but fairly small for the price. The crab was great, but it was bread-heavy. I was shocked by how massive the yogurt parfait was, and it had so much freshness to it. Loaded with toppings and honey. The clam chowder was different but so flavorful. Perhaps not the most traditional, but fantastic in its own way. The pastries were all great, especially the oatmeal cookie. This place really shines with its amazing outdoor space. They have tons of seating in a variety of styles to enjoy the views of the ocean and Russian River. If anything, come here for a beverage and the awesome views. read more

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I'm not a connoisseur of any kind, but this place has the best rainbow salad and avocado toast. I usually add a poached egg to both. It's my favorite way to start the day, whether we're on the river or heading out toward Bodega Head. The location is hard to beat, right where the Russian River meets the ocean, with plenty of picnic tables and outdoor seating to take it all in. read more

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Crazy expensive for what it is. We had avocado toast, 2 eggs with avocado toast, a bag of pretzels and 2 plastic cups of ordinary white wine for a total of $82! Order at the counter and get a buzzer. Service is very slooooow. Obviously the draw is the view read more

What a nice little pit stop on highway 1 in the smallest town of Jenner, CA. Right where the Russian River meets the Pacific, sits this little shanty with only outdoor seating. On a warm, sunny day, it's hard to beat. The menu is limited to a few salads, sammies and pastries. But, the special of the day: crab and eggs consisting of 2 poached eggs on focaccia with crab meat, atop a mound of arugula, was delicious. A nice portion of crab, perfectly poached eggs... chef's kiss. While I got an iced tea, the seasonal special syrups for the coffee were a mushroom and a quince... FUN and so unique. Overall, a delightful little stop. The food was solidly good, the vibes amazing with some lovely views. Parking is limited. read more

Food and service until 4 pm, cute inside and outdoor seating with views of the bay The yogurt parfait was decadent and yogurt was superrrrr creamy with loads of honey and granola The vanilla latte was good, pretty standard Apple Pay is accepted read more

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I have never once been disappointed with this stellar cafe and today was no exception. . The location, ambience, service & food are equally fantastic. I enjoyed a tasty smoked salmon roll (it was a tad dry so next time I think I'd ask for avocado on it), a delicious golden turmeric latte & their scrumptious salted chocolate chip cookie. And all with a spectacular view! read more

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My wife wanted to do something fun today so I suggested we go to the Cafe Aquatica in Jenner, CA. We intentionally took a long route to get there so we could enjoy being out on the country and seeing all the country roads and all the wildlife along the road. When we got there, they were very busy and it turned out that usually we go during the weekdays so we did not know they had live music on the weekend and we absolutely enjoyed it. These are local guys and gals that are in love with music and what they do and they share it with people that come there on a tip basis. Please tip generously if you can. They bring a special feeling and emotion to this area that we always had, but it got elevated. We had the crab sandwich. It was absolutely amazing. It comes with their in-house, homemade pickles, and my wife, and I shared one of those and had a table right next to the water. I just sat there and bathed in her radiance as she enjoyed the view, the wildlife, and the music and the companionship. I'm almost afraid to share too much about this place because it's one of my faves to go to and I don't ever want to get there and find out there's 1 million people and I can't get in. Just so you know, they have an enclosed area if it's windy and cool that you can eat an outside. They also have an inside area and they have an outside of the outside area where you sit at picnic tables right next to the river. There are no bad views from anywhere in this place. The food is always fresh and made it right there and the staff is very helpful and friendly. There's plenty of parking on the sides and the bathrooms are nearby. If I could give six stars, I would give six stars. read more

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Stopped in cafe aquatica for brunch and a coffee on our way out of town and we were glad we did! Coffee first and my cortado was excellent. Ordered our food at the same register. The special was crab and eggs. Poached eggs and lump crab on top of a brioche bread. Good size portion and delicious! The lox and bagel was great also. Outdoor seating with an amazing view of the river and ocean. For sure a repeat stop anytime we are on the coast! read more

Drove here after a hike in Bodega Bay! You order at the counter inside and pick up your food from the window outside. The line was pretty long around noon on a Monday, but it moved quickly. Couple things to keep in mind: during our visit there was patchy cell service and no wifi (not sure if that's typical). Also the restrooms are the public ones next door at the visitor center. Ordered the avocado toast on focaccia bread which was tasty, though a little heavy on the seasoning for my liking. The real showstopper is the view. Most of the chairs have attached tables to set food on, making it easy to sit and enjoy the river and sunshine. A lovely spot to unwind! read more

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A waterside cafe with a casual quirky atmosphere. A beautiful view of the Russian River meeting the Pacific Ocean. Stopped in for breakfast prior to a hike out to Goat Rock. They gave a few counter seats but mainly outside seating ( some covered). There are 2 Adirondack chairs on an elevated portion of the deck- very premium spot for the best view. They have a limited menu featuring local ingredients. Very relaxing spot to eat your meal. They have coffee, pastries, breakfast and lunch items. Orders are placed inside and you pick up your order from an outside window. I ordered the lox bagels - very good. Pups are allowed on leash. I didn't see any restrooms and the parking is limited in front of the cafe along the hwy. Worth a visit! read more

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Beautiful patio lovely view of the ocean nice wine selection. It is a little awkward to have to walk across the parking lot and behind the post office to use the toilet, but the view is still well worth it. read more

This was a wonderful place to stop and eat on our way to Gualala AMBIANCE: Pet friendly providing a water bowl. Lots of seating outdoors providing an amazing view and barstools inside, however, the parking is limited. SERVICE: You order at the counter inside and they have a pick-up window outside next to the water dispenser. FOOD: We all ordered the Crab Roll at $22.00 each. It was good but served on a small round bun with an Aioli sauce and sweet pickles on the side, BUT, as soon as we started to eat the wasps swarmed in on the meal and made it dangerous to take a bite, so a lot of people went back to their cars to finish their meal. So, BEECAREFUL! And that's the rest of this buzzin story! read more

Cafe Aquatica - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jenner, California

Cute cafe bordering the area where the Russian River meets the ocean. On the weekends. you can catch live music. There is outdoor patio seating as well as covered outdoor seating which comes in handy when it is really windy outside. Makes the perfect setting to relax on a sunny day! You order at the counter and then they call out when your order is up. Daughter got the lox bagel ($16) and I got the pesto portobello sandwich ($14). Really enjoyed my sandwich, the portobello mushrooms were marinated. Came with a side of house made pickles. The bagel however was pretty crunchy and daughter said she has had better. You can order bottles of local wine for $30. Would totally drop by again! read more

Cafe Aquatica - Pesto Portobello Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jenner, California

Awesomeness in a slow pour! Every thing from that kitchen must be made with love, because you can taste it, from a small black coffee to the crab and eggs scramble! Not to mention the views! read more

Such a cute place to stop for a quick bite with a great view! Came here with my partner and friend and we all had to order the clam chowder and it was so yummy and flavorful! I ended up also ordering a crab sandwich it was okay but we really enjoyed the clam chowder. Staff were super nice and helpful as well. Overall, we will be stopping here again sometime in the future! read more

This place can get a little busy, mainly because the view and vibes are perfect. We grabbed an early morning coffee and a pastry and sat outside, bundled up and enjoyed the morning. The art inside is for sale and I would encourage everyone to take a look and consider purchasing. Great little coffee shop. read more

Cafe Aquatica - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jenner, California

Stopped by after a hike and happy we did. Parking is very limited so keep that in mind. We stopped by to grab a latte which was pretty good. We happened to be lucky enough to show up when they were having someone play live music. They have outdoor seating overlooking the Russian River going out into the ocean. They have a number of picnic tables where you can sit and enjoy your food/drink and listen to the music. We only ordered the drinks which were reasonably priced. Their food menu looked very delicious BUT the prices are a little high for what it is. With that said 100% recommend stopping by at least for some live music. read more

Cafe Aquatica - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jenner, California

Cafe Aquatica is our favorite stop on the Sonoma County coast. We always order the clam chowder, a crab sandwich, and a coffee or beer, then sit on the covered patio watching the water--it's perfect every time. The staff is very friendly and makes us feel like family at this point. We're really looking forward to the Jenner Outpost opening next door, so we can enjoy the same great vibe with a glass of wine. Definitely make this your new destination spot or your go to! We have! read more

Cafe Aquatica - Side view of the patio and the Russian river pouring into the pacific - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jenner, California

Great little cafe with amazing outdoor seating and views. The parfait was one of the best I've ever had.

If you driving along Highway 1 through Jenner you have to stop here! They have an incredible patio seating area overlooking the water and the ocean! The food is delicious as well as their coffees. Wish there was a bit more beer selection other than cans, but it doesn't matter. The view and the vibes more than make up for this. The staff are always cheerful and super friendly! read more

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Beautiful setting, lovely menu options. Last time I went there it was worth $17 for a veggie sandwich, this time it tasted like airport food. I wouldn't leave a review for that alone, but they got our order wrong and the barista had the gnarliest attitude. I've never ordered the item that way anywhere in my life, I know I didn't mess my own order up. Nice to hear them talk about the customer behind their backs once they thought I was out of earshot too. Setting is beautiful. Go to Starbucks for bad coffee and subpar food. No reason to pay 2x the amount here. All while getting blamed for ordering your own food wrong. read more

Been wanting to come here and it did not disappoint! Came in on a Saturday afternoon, a couple people in line but it went by really fast. Service was friendly and helpful when choosing food items or syrups for coffee/matcha. I got the smoked salmon roll and it was a 10/10, iced matcha was good but the iced mocha was 10x better. They had live music when I went and it was so relaxing I loved everything about this cafe! read more

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I saw this on my way home from Timber Cove and decided to stop by. The cafe was so busy with a line snaking around the place. It gave me enough time to figure out what I wanted. I ended up getting a late with jasmine syrup and a chocolate chip cookie. I wasn't hungry just wanted to see why the place was so busy. I went outside and went around and found a live performance and a crowd of people chilling and watching while sipping coffee and having lunch. The background was picturesque with the ocean views. I finally got my drink and I sat down to watch for a bit and left when my coffee was gone. This was a very cool find, a nice little stop from the long drive. Highly recommend you check this place out! read more

Cafe Aquatica - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jenner, California

We had a nice brunch at Cafe Aquatica. The salad was large and tasty and I enjoyed the golden milk with oat milk. The live music was chill and relaxing without being too loud and imposing. Nice to be able to bring our dog too. The menu is somewhat limited and there was a line out the door since Jenner options are limited but it's worth a stop. read more

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The view from Aquatica's outdoor deck is always amazing!! Even better when it's warm and there's live music being performed. A must stop if you're passing through the area. Food and drink are also solid, but really you come for the view. read more

Cafe Aquatica - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jenner, California

Stopped in here on my trip to Bodega Bay. The place is quaint and picturesque. I ordered a hot mocha but asked for it to be a bit sweeter, so the barista added honey. It was delicious! I also bought a savory scone, which was savory and delicious. Baristas were friendly and service was quick. I didn't stay long but there's a beautiful outdoor area for relaxing and sipping your drink overlooking the bay. Definitely a great spot. read more

Jenner's cafe overlooking the beautiful Russian River near the junction of the river and the Pacific Ocean! We stopped in mid-afternoon on a Sunday, after hiking at Jenner Headlands Preserve, and parking can be tough to find on the weekends. We lucked out and got a spot right out front but saw many people parking along the road. They were busy! Do not be deterred by a line - it moves quickly. They offer fair trade coffee and espresso, which is roasted locally in Freestone, a casual coastal menu (think sandwiches and salads), and scratch-made pastries....as well as some beers, wines, canned teas/drinks, salty snacks, and fun merch. We got two sandwiches, which both came on house-made focaccia): Eggs + Toast $16 Toasted focaccia bread with two poached eggs, aioli, arugula and everything seeds *I recommend adding avocado to zhuzh this up Rainbow Sandwich $14 Toasted focaccia, cabbage, avocado, greens, beet spread, shredded carrots, beets and aioli served with a side of pickles *Loved the cornucopia of fresh, colorful, veggies, but didn't eat all of the focaccia. Two focaccia sandwiches felt like a lot of bread to us. Next time we'll try the Cafe Salad, which seems like the salad version of the Rainbow Sandwich, and we'll try their coffee. The seating is outside, overlooking the river, and friendly dogs on leash are welcomed. Our pups had a bit too much energy for a crowded patio so we sat elsewhere. Live Music is offered every weekend and from what we could hear, it was a great vibe. Very much a community atmosphere. Cool spot. read more

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my husband and I go every time we are out in Jenner or passing through. Coffee is great, food is nice, and the view is outstanding!

This is always a coastal favorite for my husband and I. We love their chowder which is not thicken with flour but has a thinner and very flavorful consistency. Good espresso drinks and honest, quality ingredients in their menu food. We also like the dungeon crap sandwich. read more

I saw this as a top result via yelp and decided to give it a try. They have a small parking lot with another larger one right next door to the visitor center. They don't have any restrooms there only a sink for washing your hand and the closest would be next to the visitor center which is more of a park restroom with no sinks. It's a cute little spot but on the weekends there is live music and it gets very packed. They have different performers that swing by so check the website for more details. I want to say from 1-3pm is when they perform but again, just double check the site for more details. They have some barstool seating inside and it was empty. The line was pretty long when I went to order but it moved fast. I tried a few things off their menu - smoked salmon sandwich, crab roll, and a clam chowder. Honestly the food was expensive and not good. The three things plus 2 lattes were $65. The smoked salmon sandwich was wayyy to salty and they were super stingy with the arugula and it didn't seem very fresh either. Their smoked salmon also wasn't what I expected it to be, it wasn't the think sliced moist kind, it's like they just smoked it themselves leaving it more dry and maybe 10 minutes away from being a jerky. The crab roll was good, but again skimped on the arugala too. Clam chowder they asked if I wanted croutons, I said yes, and there was none on top, just a bunch of oil which made it seem so unhealthy. No taste, and super watery, probably one of the worst ones I've tried. All in all - if you were going to go and get a coffee and enjoy the vibes it's a good spot, food wise, I wouldn't expect it to be top notch. read more

Coffee was great. It was strong but not bitter. The ambience itself would make you go back over and over. We didn't get to try their food as we were full from lunch. Service was on par. Staff was friendly and accommodating. read more

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Amazing view, perfect setting for a relaxed meal and coffee. This place never disappoints. Had the salmon salad, clam chowder and they were the best. read more

Just on the water is this little cafe with tea/coffee, beer/wine, cooked food, and some amazing outdoor seating. The service is queuing in a line and then finding a seat. If it's a lovely day, you get some relaxing bay views and breeze. If you're lucky, even some live music. It's a lovely place to stop for a break and a snack if you're passing through...though parking is rather limited and your bathroom options is a public outhouse (not for the faint of heart). read more

Good cappuccino, friendly service, and a really nice place to sit and enjoy the view of the river.

Everything about this place spells L-O-V-E -consistently! It always starts with the smile from the staff taking our orders from the counter, every single dish and specials they had I've tried were all so goood, the drinks, the breath-taking views, phew!! What's not to love in this place??! I'd drive 2 hrs to get here and guaranteed to be reminded that heaven can be on earth. read more

Been coming here for years! The food is great, smiles delightful, and the chocolate chip cookie is a must before heading out to the Jenner Headlands for a rockin' hike!! Perfect day! read more