You MUST try their amazing BBQ options!! Pulled pork perfection, brisket and ribs are all no joke! These folks know what they're doing and they do it with love and bomb BBQ sauce! Clam and scallop chowder in a bead bowl makes for a great day at Bodega Bay. Owner Alicia is a local gem of a human and takes pride serving up family recipes to indulge in. More locals should patronize as they truly depend on tourists but when is midweek and not a slamming weekend, come support this awesome delicious casual dining with your dog on the chill patios. Great place great people. During restaurant week they topped over 100 crab sandos to very happy folks! With no shortage of clam chowder around, the offerings at Ginochio's stand out and truly deserve more than 5 stars!!!! You're welcome in advance! This place effin rocks my palate and will impress yours. All meats can be sold by the pound as well so bring some home or to your hotel, everything packs well for a picnic at the beach or a late night when everything is closed!! Sorry no photos this time- we ate too fast ;) read more

How surprising to get amazing BBQ in a seaside town!! In an area with seafood aplenty, it's nice to have a little something different! The brisket was yummy and tender, the ribs were delicious and the beans with brisket were out of this world :P the only qualm I had was the coleslaw wasn't as flavorful as I like it to be, so I'll just skip that next time. :) The outdoor patio was nice to eat on and the service was great! Cool place! read more

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The food was delicious. The customer service was friendly and efficient. The establishment is quaint and cute. They have outdoor seating which was awesome. Their bathrooms were clean. read more

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Great food, fast service! We split the "Hash of Beef" plate and Caramel Bacon Monkey Bread...definitely enough for two. Delightful water view, indoor seating option. Great choice. read more

Another amazing experience at this gem that is 'Smokin on the Coast' - wonderful views of the bay, friendly and wonderful people who are passionate about their food, and AMAZING FOOD! read more

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I've been wanting to check out this cafe for a while now and today was the day. I liked that we could order at the window. This is not a vegetarian friendly place- nachos seem to be the only option. The prices are fair and the portions generous. It was a gorgeous day so we took in the sun and dined on their patio with a view. My son had the brisket sandwich- plenty of meat on it and he said it was tasty. I had the fish tacos- they were full with a lot of fish although the fish was a bit dry. I ordered a mimosa and let me tell you it could have been shared with two other people. I do not day drink much so ended up asking my son to drive us home. I'd like to return and try their breakfast menu sometime. read more

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Great friendly spot to enjoy some delicious chowder and barbecue. Lots of parking and plenty of seating with tons of options to enjoy the beautiful view. Friendly staff feel like you're right at home with great recommendations of their yummy menu. The clam chowder is full of clams and scallops great flavor just the right creaminess read more

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The server was friendly. She was cheerful. I got the breakfast sandwich. It had egg, bacon and cheese. It was very filling and tasty. My friend had the clam chowder. She said it was delish and very creamy We sat outside. It was a beautiful day. read more

Ginochio's Kitchen - Seafood Near Me - Bodega Bay, California

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This place was amazing!! We got the crab sandwich, the brisket sandwich (Moo), chowder and a slice of bacon monkey bread !! If you like good food and a hidden gem vibe--Gnochio's kitchen is worth the drive. Service was quick and helpful. For a couple Mississippi folks who know bbq and seafood--we'd come back!! read more

We love the clam/scallop chowder here so we wanted our guests to try it too. We stopped by at the perfect time on a Saturday afternoon. The large table inside was available, so all six of us were able to sit together. We enjoyed their lovely chowder, crab sandwich, fish tacos and I can't say enough about the local Bodega Bay Cookie Company cookies they sell. We ordered the chowder online to ensure they had it available for our party (they do sell out.) If the weather is nice, you can grab a table outside and enjoy the peaceful view. Restrooms available through their patio area. read more

Came to bodega bay and camped overnight and then went clamming at low tide. We were hungry after an early morning and needed to grab a quick bite as we made our way back to South Bay to process all the clams we got. You order at the counter and then wait for the food to come out. They have plenty of seating both indoor and outdoor. Brisket breakfast burrito 5/5 - the star of the show. Not only is the burrito gigantic, the brisket is actually really tender as well. I don't think the burritos here get enough love but I would highly recommend it but make sure to come hungry!! Monkey bread - 4/5 - really large piece of monkey break for $8 and they heat it up for you which is nice. It includes some bits of bacon to give a sweet and salty bite Definitely want to come back again next time I'm in bodega bay for a breakfast burrito!! read more

Ginochio's Kitchen - Monkey bread with bacon - Seafood Near Me - Bodega Bay, California

Absolute best crab sandwich in northern California. Tosted to perfection, tons of crab and a bit of cheese and spices. Highly recommended - Killer ! read more

We stopped by for lunch on Sunday due to misleading reviews. We ordered at the register their crab and scallops clam chowder, 1/2 slap of their "award winning bbq ribs" , and crab toast sandwich, beer, and coke , came out close to $100. Their tips screen lowest percentage was 18% for everything self served! I selected 18%, thinking the food would be good then that'd be okay. Turned out it was not at all good. For service, the lady at the register was sitting on a stool and was not at all friendly. I didn't see any smiles from her. For food , Chowder was thick and I didn't taste much of the clams and it had specs of carrot. Sandwich was grilled in tons of butter and loaded with melted cheese with some crab meat. Then their self proclaimed award winning bbq ribs were not edible, tasteless, and was heavily seasoned with paprika. The best thing here was the two outside side table with the orange umbrella that had good views. They gave me one bbq sauce too when I gave 18% tip. I had the best crab sandwich and clam chowder at Spud Point the following day to make up for the bad experience I had here! read more

Small shack like location with around only 3 tables but great for take out! Closes a bit early so good for lunch or a late lunch/early dinner. Ordered the crab sandwich 5/5 crispy butter bread, delicious crab salad and perfectly paired cheese. Husband got the piggy (bbq pork) sandwich and gave it a 5/5 for taste but it is a wet sandwich so his bun was a little soggy by the time we got it home. read more

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Well, I must say, Ginocchio's kitchen has a great great location! My wife and I went in on a Saturday afternoon about an hour before closing. We were greeted right away and we placed our order. My wife ordered the crab sandwich which was quite expensive at $28 and I ordered the fish tacos. We initially went for the clam chowder, but decided to order something different. The crab sandwich was very good, but could've been better if the bread wasn't toasted so much on the outside. The fish tacos were a bit dry but had plenty of fish. I'm always in search for fish tacos as good as the ones at Zazzle's in Petaluma! Unfortunately, they closed a while back and I haven't found fish tacos as good since! I think we will come back and try the breakfast next time. read more

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Brisket burrito has gotta be one of the best I've ever had. Ginochio's is a good place for brunch, sit inside with a view over the bay or if the sun is shining outside. read more

Ginochio's wasn't open for the first few days of our stay, but we took took full advantage when it did open! The beef brisket was fabulous and we couldn't get enough of the clam and scallops chowder! We had breakfast the day we left and you can't miss the Monkey Bread with caramelized bacon! It was a rainy new year, so we couldn't really sit on the patio (we have a couple of largish dogs) so we ordered online and ate at our Vrbo. That process was super easy and the people behind the counter went above and beyond to make sure we had what we needed. In fact, super kudos to the really nice vibe from the people and the place. Easily the best dinners and breakfast we had during our stay. read more

We came here after whale watching and it was a recommendation from our captain. The brisket nachos were the recommendation so naturally we did not order It's a cute restaurant located at the base of the fishing port. Lots of parking and outdoor restrooms. They have both indoor and outdoor seating but if sit near the window it's the perfect sun spot if there's any humans/cats. They have local beer and they're known for their bacon monkey bread. Still haven't tried that either. The winning ticket here is the clam and scallop chowder. I would consider myself a self appropriated clam chowder connoisseur and this is the BEST chowder I've ever had in my life. They also have a wicked crab sandwich that is nestled between two buttery pieces of toast. The owner is amazing. So kind and she has the best recommendations. They smoke their brisket for 14+ hours. read more

Ginochio's Kitchen - Crab sandwich & chowder - Seafood Near Me - Bodega Bay, California

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I started to write this review and realized we did not take pictures.. Im sorry, we must have been really hungry. The Brisket sandwich was full of flavor, we halved it...We also had fish tacos, the taco had so much fish..fresh not battered..they were good. Finally we shared their Clam/Scalloped Chowder..I have never liked Scallops! The soup was creamy, tasty, and lots of clams, and scallops.. It was really really good. We drove up from Novato specifically to eat here..I was glad there wasn't a long line, or over crowded. But, it should be..The service was quick, and friendly. Driving back so many places had a line of people waiting..If they knew how good Ginochios is..They would not have to wait so long..lol. Also the view looking out at the Bay was really peaceful. . read more

+A Hidden Gem+ No Doubt! What a great place tucked away from the "main" area of places to grab a bite as well as the busy Highway, Alicia was Very Friendly taking my Order and giving me options on 1 of them, Rocco the Chef Knocked it out of the park with BOTH My Fish Tacos and My Husband's Clam Chowder, He said it's the BEST He's EVER Tasted and was SO Happy We ended up there and not our "original" stop which I Won't Mention!!! We came all the way from Napa too but We WILL BE Back!! Thank you Alicia and Rocco! read more

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Great place to enjoy a meal. The clam chowder was very good and the hubs liked his sandwich. They have tables outside that have a wind shield so you can enjoy the bay even if it's windy. You order at the counter and they give you a buzzer when your food is ready. read more

OMG, the best clam/scallop chowder ever! I will be honest, that is all we eat here, so my review is specific to the chowder, but it is unbelievable! We have tried several chowders in Bodega Bay, and all were good, but this one wins the award for BEST. And it has scallops in it too! Jam packed with seafood, and a huge 16 ounce bowl - it is a full meal that will warm your belly and give you happy dreams! read more

Kind of a fast food setting so don't expect candlelights and waiters. I had the nacho which wasn't bad. A little cheesy and short on meat topping. I had the pulled pork which was dry and charred black on many pieces. A better meat offering would be a good ground chuck with Mexican seasoning. Extra for pickled jalapeños???...What !...That is standard for a nacho. Especially given the price ! The wife had the Piggy sandwich which also had blackened ( carbon) pork meat. She didn't care for the coleslaw or bun. Would have been better with a Onion or Dutch Crunch roll. read more

This was amazing food. The tri tip was perfectly cooked, the nachos are huge and easily shareable, and the chowder was really good. Nice staff and great bay views while you eat. read more

Ginochio's Kitchen - Seafood Near Me - Bodega Bay, California

The food was great! Got a meat sampler and chowder! Honestly worth the money and the service was friendly helpful and prompt. The area was beautiful. Great views of the bay as well as having good parking available (too many places lack this now). I was very impressed by the whole experience and will totally be back again. If you're ever in Bodega Bay, this is a lil gem that will impress! read more

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Food was ok, service was fast. Overpriced for what I got but decent option for the area.

First time visiting. Absolutely fantastic breakfast burrito, beef hash and monkeybread. Substantial and tasty. Staff were wonderful and setting (we lucked out and had a sunny morning) near the marina just of Hwy 1. Highly recommended! read more

Everything here is terrific. The owners and staff are awesome. Our favorite is their Clam chowder, Patty's recipe. Fresh everything, clams, dill, celery and tiny bay scallops. It's uniformly creamy, but not too thick or "cloying" - doesn't taste like it was thickened with flour or cornstarch or too many grainy potatoes. Fresh aftertaste. We enjoy sitting on the patio if we bring our dogs. Also enjoy sitting inside if it's rainy or windy. Sometimes we go to the coast just because we crave the chowder, or miss Alicia & her parents, wonderful people & place. read more

There was no line, yet we waited 25 minutes just to get food that was clearly reheated -- the brisket tasted microwaved, the potatoes were overcooked and flavorless, and everything was bland. Completely not worth the money. If you want to ruin your morning, have breakfast here read more

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Excellent clam chowder....really hit the spot! Crab sandwich was delicious and included plenty of crab meat! read more

I love this little spot after traveling the coast going north or south. There's a front and back parking lot so there's always room and there's two restaurants side-by-side that share an open air outdoor seating area that is blocked by a windbreak wall with gorgeous views on a clear day. The tables can either have the umbrella closed or open and there's outdoor heaters available on the cooler days. We couldn't decide what we wanted, but after driving the coast all morning, we decided to share some Fish tacos, some nachos and a pulled pork sandwich. Hands-down, the best nachos we've had in sometime. The chips are crispy, the cheese has a nice crisp edges and is spread fairly evenly across all chips. they're actually quite good just vegetarian style, but you can have meat added or on the side as well. Unfortunately, we had just missed breakfast and that's what we were craving so make sure to pay attention to the hours if you're really hankering for breakfast. There's a shared restroom trailer as well between the restaurants. The restroom isn't always the cleanest or best organized, but it's functional. Two stalls for the ladies and not much room to wait inside on cooler months. Almost wish they would add another stall. And have an outdoor communal sink situation instead to keep things tidier and increase potty footage. lol you've been warned. Don't wait to get in line if you have to absolutely go! read more

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Quite literally the greatest place I've eaten in the entire area. Trust me and get the crab sandwich, and clam chowder it's life changing. The monkey bread is sinful but so so worth it! The service is also next level the kindest owner will greet you, and chat with you if she has a moment. The atmosphere is unbeatable with a view of the bay and exceptional as the fog rolls in. Can't wait to be back. read more

Ginochio's Kitchen - Monkey bread - Seafood Near Me - Bodega Bay, California

Most delicious, buttery, toasty and fresh crab filled sandwich ever. Very generous with the Dungeness crab, but not cheap at $28. Worth the splurge every once in a while. Clam and scallop chowder delicious as well, very rich and creamy. Dog friendly patio was a beautiful spot to enjoy an al fresco lunch on an epically sunny and warm November day. I'll be back! read more

We were staying at the nearby RV park when I had a craving for a breakfast burrito. Luckily, this restaurant is within walking distance. I ordered the bacon breakfast burrito and opted to add potatoes which were a dollar more. I also omitted the sour cream, just my preference. I thought the price of $16 for a breakfast burrito was a little steep but I will say there was a TON of minced up bacon and lots of cheese. It felt more like a bacon burrito with a few pieces of potato and scrambled eggs thrown in lol. So if you love bacon, this is the burrito for you. Also had to try the Bacon Monkey bread with caramel sauce....can I just say WOW! Mimosa was ok. Views were stellar! Plenty of outdoor seating with views of the harbor. Service was friendly. I will definitely come back when I'm back in the area! read more

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My husband and I ate here for the first time. We came to try the chowder that got great reviews. We also decided to split the fish tacos. The chowder was very good and creamy. Unfortunately, the fish tacos lacked flavor, even with the sauce. We won't be ordering those again. If we come back, it will be for the chowder. read more

Came around 2:30pm before they close at 3pm. Ordered inside and sat outside. They have their own parking lot which was helpful. We had the clam chowder ("award winning") and the moo (brisket sandwich). Both were solid dishes. You help yourself to cleaning up after and they have a nice view next to the boats and water. read more

Ginochio's Kitchen - Clam chowder and brisket sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Bodega Bay, California

Best food I've had in years!!!!! There menu is so extensive so whether you are feeling the best crab sando, insanely amazing brisket, the best bowl of chowder or nachos that take me back to my youth and taste how I remember nachos tasting, the food is the best BUT the owners are even kinder. They make everything with love and what a fantastic place!!! read more

Now this is a find for me but you've probably all been there. In any event I have to mention it. We made reservations but mid week probably not necessary. Indoor and outdoor door seating but out door is my preference. You're basically sitting on the Bay. Just amazing location. You walk in expecting to be greeted by someone but it's very casual. I recommend staking out a table and then come back in and order. The tables with the orange umbrellas are Ginochio's. Limited beverage selection but the ambiance and the food make up for it. You order and take your drinks and beeper, go sit down and enjoy the view and your company. When your food is ready they will beep you. They have a simple but excellent menu from pulled pork and ribs to fish tacos. We had the clam and scallops chowder and the crab sandwich. Fantastic! The sandwich was toasted to order. I've ordered toasted sandwiches that come soggy and limp but this was perfect with a delicious crab between the toasted sliced bread. The chowder will not disappoint. Flavorful and just the right texture served hot. A totally enjoyable trip to the coast. It's worth the trip just for the lunch. read more

Shhhhh....don't tell anyone, this is a fantastic spot to get the absolutely BEST pork ribs you have ever had. Meaty, full of flavor, moist....and the sauce was spot on! We also had the coleslaw which was excellent as well. Wanted fries instead of beans, so we picked up the fries at the place next door, Gourmet Au Bay, GREAT fries (we still have to try out the rest of the menu). Make sure you call to check to see if they are open (due to weather in the area they can be closed on the days they are supposed to be open). Trust me, you are going to be wowed by the ribs... and we can't wait to try some of the other items on the menu. read more

Had the best lunch at Ginochino's Kitchen! The nachos are unreal!! Such pretty views of the water! read more

Ginochio's Kitchen - Nachos with Brisket - Seafood Near Me - Bodega Bay, California