Larrupin is hands down my favorite restaurant in Humboldt County. I grew up celebrating special…read moremilestones here, and now I make it a point to dine here every time I'm back in town visiting family. They always have delicious daily specials, and this visit was no exception. My husband ordered the special filet and shrimp, while I went with the half-and-half. We also shared local oysters for the table and, of course, their signature Larrupin charcuterie board. Everything was absolutely delicious, and the service was excellent. Our waitress was incredibly attentive, and each course was perfectly timed. Larrupin will always hold a special place in my heart and remains a must-visit whenever I'm in Humboldt County.

Larrupin Cafe is the best restaurant in Humboldt county and it isn't even close. The drive out to…read moreTrinidad is always beautiful and then you arrive at the gorgeous restaurant with its lovely landscaping. You can sit inside (upstairs or downstairs) or outside. There is occasionally a jazz combo outside which can be enticing. Trinidad can be cool, so even with the space heaters, we usually choose to sit inside where the art decor is excellent and interesting. Yes, that really is a Dale Chihuly glass chandelier as you head up the stairs! Service is professional and understated. The servers know the food well and are present without being intrusive. I've been coming here for over 30 years and never had a bad server. Be sure to let them know if you're celebrating an event and they'll make your evening extra special. The food is always outstanding. The appetizer board included with your meal is such a treat of local small bites and hearty dark bread. Let your server know if you want the appetizer board to be vegetarian. Vegetarians and vegans have plenty of delicious entree options that go far beyond the usual 'pasta with vegetables' option such as the Spanakopita or the stuffed bell pepper over portobello mushroom. Meat eaters can enjoy the wide range of special barbecue options, the oysters, or fresh fish. Save room for one of their amazing desserts. We often have the Goat Cheese Coeur á la Crème which always feels decadent and light at the same time. The flourless chocolate cake is simply decadent (and not light) but oh-so-good. Larrupin Cafe is not inexpensive, but it offers great value since the service, ambiance, and food make it well worth the splurge.

I've been going to renatas for years. Although I do not live in arcata; I visit at least once a…read moreyear for family. Renata's is a staple for us and a MUST GO! They use the most fresh, quality ingredients. Everything is cooked to perfection. The staff is very attentive and friendly and willing to answer any questions we may have. Now what I also enjoy is the overall vibe of the place; it captures Humboldt's art style impeccably. Over the years renata's has not changed one bit in quality or in service. If you're in town-- YOU MUST GO!

I had the raspberry peach special with Nutella... $17. Oooooh. That was SO GOOD with the cinnamon…read moresugar crepe. And big... two meals for me. I also had a bowl (yes a bowl) of hot chocolate that I couldn't finish (and that is lovely to wrap your hands around on a chilly morning. Very recommended.

Awesome spot. Good vibe and great food. Everything was made to order and super fresh…read more Will come back when I'm in the area again!

I love supporting small businesses like these because you can tell they care about every item they…read moremake. We ordered 2 shawarma and 1 gyro. He said give me 10-15 minutes, so we know everything was made fresh-to-order. There's a small dining table inside and a restroom so we made ourselves comfortable there while we waited. He was very accurate with the time and generous with the portions of meat. It was delicious but I do not recommend eating any of the wraps in the car, though, because it got messy very fast. The foil wasn't enough to keep it all together so the sauces started dripping out.

If you haven't been to this great little hideaway in Arcata, you've been missing out. I was meeting…read morea friend in Arcata today because it was halfway for us both. I suggested the Slice of Humboldt Pie because I hadn't been there in a while. We had a great experience with comfortable ambiance to sit and talk. We stayed a couple of hours and enjoyed the fact that they have beer and wine. The savory hand pies combined with a small salad made for a great lunch! I know most people think of their desserts which our amazing but don't skip the savory pies. They have quiches, pot pies, salads and hand pies and then you can finish with dessert. All in all, I highly recommend stopping once a week or so! Or use their local delivery service to get it at home!

I love that this place has both sweet and savory pies!! I came here with my parents for dessert one…read moreevening and we each got a generous slice of pie (pictured). We tried the banana cream, peanut butter, and cherry pies. The slices came out pretty quickly and all were quite tasty. Unfortunately I was too full to finish my piece. The real showstopper to me, however, was the veggie curry pot pie that I tried later in the week. We ordered to-go so I didn't get a picture but that pot pie was awesome! It was super flavorful and warm and comforting, all contained in an individual sized pot pie. I would come back for that meal and to try more of their savory options for sure.

Just had lunch there. It has been a minute since I've been there, but they have gotten even better…read moreif that's possible. Service was excellent.. .suggestive cell was subtle but right on target. Our burgers were prepared perfectly and the fries were out of this world. This is THE place for burgers in Humboldt County.

Great burger, great service. Super cute place. I like their plants…read more Not much more to say.

I'm an avid fan of authentic cuisine and always looking out for the restaurant that maintains the…read moremost traditional foods and recipes that beckon my old nostalgic tastebuds of my childhood and younger days! It's generally very difficult to find a jewel of authenticity in many restaurants since there is no money in maintaining the highest quality of food and traditions. Unless of course you're French Laundry status. Let me tell you about this new place I have tried multiple times due to my work. I am so lucky to have found this gem in the most unlikely place! It's the hidden Garden Court Cafeteria of MRCH. I don't really know how and why it is, but I know a great restaurant, when I try their most basic things or their daily specials in the menu. In this restaurant particularly I am completely mesmerized and satisfied with the quality, quantity, price, service and the taste, mostly the taste! All the things that matter for the solid five stars. This fabulous hospital cafeteria has the unique garden to table philosophy with two acres of their own natural organic farm with no spray, Humboldt grass fed beef, Muddy Waters Coffee Co., and Wild Planet Tuna! I had double cheeseburger with amazing patties, usual wheat buns, lettuce, tomato and plenty of pickles. The single bite took me back thirty years ago, when I took a bite into my very first and the best juicy burger at the hole in the wall burger shack at Walters, Oklahoma! What a truly amazing experience! Rarely the hamburger can dig deeply into your long term memory box and pry open to give you the glimpse of the old days! The breakfast with traditional biscuits and thick gravy was also delicious earlier this morning ! I love this place. Teresa is the head chef. There are two men who make the best biscuits and gravy as well as maintaining the best tasting fresh garden vegetables in the amazing salad bar! Guys and Gals: please don't all come at once, leave some for me! My Mukbang friends----Come on over.

Best salad bar in Humboldt! $6 gets you a to go box , no weight limit. Salad bar hours are 11am-3pm…read moreTuesday- Friday. Food is delicious and incredibly affordable! They have daily specials as well as the menu attached.

Home Cooking is in my top 5 of best places to go for food in Humboldt County. Whatever I get be it…read moresandwiches, pizzas, whatever, it's always fresh, has great flavor and is ready within minutes. Great service, super friendly proprietors and all around great. Try the Luna tuna sandwich... my favorite.

Stopped at this place for sandwiches to go and so glad we did. Sandwiches were super tasty and…read morewell-priced and service was friendly as well. I got a veggie sandwich, and they had a few different veggie/vegan options that all looked great. My husband got a sandwich with meat and loved his as well. We took our sandwiches to the Eel River and had a nice picnic.

First time trying out Aroma's Cafe and it was a 10/10 experience!…read more I ordered the breakfast bagel with ham and avocado and it was delicious. My boyfriend got the breakfast burrito with bacon and it was also flavorful and super yummy. The service was amazing, our food took less than 5 minutes. I didn't get the woman's name that was behind the counter but she was super friendly. The ambiance was unlike other cafes I've been to. It's not super modern and plain. Tons of cool decorations, string lights on the ceiling, very pretty mosaic art and more! I would definitely go back again.

I'm old. I still remember when this building was Stanton's market. I mentioned that to the lady at…read morethe counter, and she said that one of her customers,Used to be the butcher there. I don't remember the person's name, but I know who she was talking about. The place is nice, bright and clean. Everybody is friendly. They have a nice menu. I was going to have one of the savory crêpes, but then I saw that they had Al Pastor Chilaquiles on the menu. That's what I decided to go for. I ordered breakfast and a cup of coffee. The coffee was good They were pretty busy. My food comes, and it was very good. The chips were crunchy, but not greasy or oily at all, there was plenty of pork, and it had a great flavor. The crema, , the cheese and the salsa, provided a nice pop of flavor as well. She asked me if I wanted green or red salsa, or both. I asked if they were spicy, and she said no, so I chose both.. Red on one side, green on the other. They both had just a little bit of a kick to them.The red salsa had a rich, deep flavor, and I loved the green tomatillo salsa as well. I think the next time, I would ask her to put a couple of eggs on the top. That would've just taken it totally over the top. It was a great meal, and the price was reasonable, as I had plenty to take home. The only reason I'm taking a star off, is because the place was slow. They were a bit busy, and it took 20 minutes for me to get my food. I understand, they may have a small kitchen, but definitely bring your patience. As for the coffee, I only got one cup of coffee. I asked for a refill, she said she had to make a new pot, but by the time my meal was ready, she still didn't have fresh coffee available. How long does it take to make a pot of coffee? Other than those minor hiccups, I would definitely be back. Thank you. I

We were not happy with our meals at all. We were so looking forward to their oven baked macaroni…read morebut the excitement soon turned to sadness. There was no flavor, the noodles were undercooked and the overall dish was very watery. The hamburger had no seasoning and was just beef. I wish we had better things to say about this place because the staff was friendly and attentive, but I don't.

We love coming to The Boardroom!…read more The atmosphere is beautiful and feels both Victorian and modern at the same time. It's bright & sunny with great views of the charming main street. It's a wonderful place for a leisurely lunch date. Service is nice (order at the counter but you don't need to pick up your food or clear your table), and the food is delicious. Since things are made meticulously in-house, prices can be high... but then again, prices are high most good places these days! I have never left here disappointed.

In one's life, they will encounter a certain number of sandwiches that are truly life changing…read more Sometimes it's the magic combo of high quality ingredients. After all, a smuckers pb&j doesn't have the same effect as an artisanal hand pounded nut spread with homemade jam. Sometimes it's because of the locale--a caprese on a baguette in Italy for example, might include the same ingredients but be as memorable as the one at the corner cafe. And it's understandable to think that perhaps Black Sands Bistro may have the benefit of the breathtaking view. And yes, their offerings are humble. But my. Goodness. This place is amazing. The life changing sandwich in question was the breakfast sandwich special: fresh, home made foccacia. Marinated, grilled veggies. Thick sliced quality ham. Covered in perfectly melted cheese. It was incredible. I had a meatball sandwich the next day, and while it was pretty damn good I will be thinking about the Alice in Wonderland special for a good long time. As a horde of comedians descended onto the town, full of last nights beer and quippy one liners, the kitchen didn't blink an eye as they fried up plate after plate of hearty, breakfast sandwich perfection. The owners were so welcoming to all of us. They make all the baked goods in house, including that delicious foccacia. And THAT VIEW. Where else can you enjoy a good meal with a view to match? Pair with a cold beer or a hot coffee and this is the perfect quiet ritual to begin your days in Shelter Cove. I will absolutely be back, again and again, whenever I am lucky enough to return to this beautiful part of the world.

I frequently visit another California coastal town ,(touristy) that I have tried several…read morerestaurants and been disappointed with - I gave up trying to find good food in that OTHER town. This was my first time to Shelter Cove, and Black Sands Bistro was my first place to try food at. I wasn't expecting much. But I must say, we were very pleasantly surprised! I got a cheeseburger for $17 and being that it was a tourist town, expected a small, generic McDonald's type hamburger. But it was good sized, not preformed patties, with 3 slices of tomato and generous helping of lettuce and it was juicy and very good. They gave a nice selection of baked desserts (all $5) and they are large servings and not the generic baked items you find in every other aery in California. We got the German Chocolate Cake and it was quite good. I got coffee, too and it was better than average. While not cheap, it did seem to be one of the less expensive options. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. If we go back to Shelter Cove, this will be the place we always go to.