Pirates Cove

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Great tacos and beer and wine selection…read more Met friends for dinner at 6pm on a weeknight and this place was popping! Place your order at the bar, grab a number and take a seat. I had their chicken and veggie taco with a spicy margarita. The chicken taco had a nice spicy kick, enough to tingle on the tongue without sacrificing flavor, but the vegetarian taco was my favorite! Anything with home pickled onions gets my vote. The spicy margarita can be ordered with a salt or tajin rim. Overall, great value and casual dining. Thanks pier place!

This place is in a prime spot on the top floor of the building down at Point Arena pier. We came to…read morean early dinner on Friday at around 5pm and it was dead, but by the time we left people were filling in the outdoor seats and a musician was setting up his instruments. My mom and I both ordered the fish and chips and we were so pleased! The batter on the fish was so crispy and delicious!! The service staff was also very friendly and fast. My only complaint was the basic frozen French fries were not on the same level as their fish. I would definitely come back though because it was a huge portion, great for the price.

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Izakaya Gama

4.7

(126 reviews)

0.6 mi

This is a small town that highway 1 runs through and this Japanese restaurant is worth a stop when…read moreyou drive through. It is fantastic. They have a very large selection of sake, and the servers know and talk with the locals which is so nice to see in our modern society. The sashimi was absolutely stunningly good. Every dish was fantastic (we did the chef tasting menu - 5 course meal) and at the end we both looked at the Michelin guide because "this place has to be rated!) Take a drive or reroute yourself through Point Arena. You won't be sorry.

Went to Gama for my bday dinner. Had a reservation and it was pretty quiet inside so we were able…read moreto sit at a table instead of the bar. Usually we like sitting at the bar to see the chefs do their thing, but this place is not like that at least the night we went to which was surprising cause Japanese establishments typically are cooking out in the open. They had a lot of different sakes which was really nice to see but no draft beer unless I missed it. They let you pick a cup for your sake which is so cute, I loved that. All their table wear was so beautiful. We got a fruity sake first and loved that one. The second one was the "goku" it was giving straight sake. I'd prolly stick to fruitier ones. The server was very kind and she was easy to talk to and provided great service. As for the food, I thought it was pretty okay! We ordered the omakase which was $75 per person and it was very filling. We had trout sashimi which had some bite texturally not my fave fish tbh. Potato Salad which a jammy egg omg I loved it but wondered how it'd taste if the egg was marinated. The mushroom soup was lemony and oniony it was pretty good. The karage could've been crispier imo and I wish the wasabi aoli was a lil different but it was still good. The robata was hella good my fave was the meatball one, I'm not a big fan of cartilage but that it very well cooked, and I appreciated the pile seasoning provided as well. The strawberry topped panna cotta was so good no notes. Overall, pretty good and I'd go again if I was in this area and order individual dishes especially the potato salad and panna cotta. Not really the vibe of an izakaya imo they also don't have ginger but def a nice Japanese restaurant with some twists.

Sake at Izakaya Gama on April 6, 2023

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Gualala Seafood Shack

4.3

(201 reviews)

13.3 mi

A little expensive, $7.85 for a shrimp street taco. Not a regular size taco, even though they do…read morenot state that on the menu. However, it was a delicious shrimp taco. You can get the shrimp grilled or batter fried. I had grilled. I would definitely go here again. One taco is a perfect snack. Two would make a nice lunch.

We were visiting the area and wanted to try some seafood, so we stopped by the Gualala Seafood…read moreShack. The space was really clean. They have outdoor and indoor seating which is really nice. We got the clam chowder, the calamari, and the fish and chips. The clam chowder was very basic not a lot of flavor. I thought that the calamari and the fish and chips were very very oily. The meal filled us up, but it was pretty expensive for what it was. The service was really nice. I like the folks working there. I thought the food was pretty okay.

Coke products, important to me

Prawn sandwich

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Rollerville Cafe

Rollervile Cafe is a great place to go to eat. The decor is not that great and the food took a…read morelittle long to get but the food tasted good and it was placed nicely. The biscuits in the gravy were a little stale but the eggs gravy and hash brown tasted great and you could also tell that the vegetables were fresh.

I stopped by this cozy little cafe after leaving the Point Arena Lighthouse after a local fisherman…read moreat the Wharf recommended it. It has a welcoming vibe with both indoor and outdoor seating. I ordered the regular-sized Fish & Chips, which came with 5 pieces of flaky cod, fries, Asian-style coleslaw, lemon, and tartar sauce. For about $20, it was a solid portion and definitely hit the spot. The kind woman brought me check while I was still finishing up, it wasn't a big deal. I'd happily come back if I'm ever in the area again.

Old timey stove and expediting area

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Entrance area walkway.

Surf Market

If you're by Gualala or Sea Ranch, welcome to the fancy grocery store. Surf Mart has everything you…read moreneed. It's a little pricey, but that makes sense given the location and quality of food. I was really shocked by the variety of produce and the niche brands. We didn't have enough time to grocery shop before visiting, so this was the perfect place to stop. We were able to get fresh produce and fresh fish to make dinner and lunches. I was really happy with the service and the store was clean. It has pretty much everything you need but of course very pricey so keep that in mind.

Good tri-tip barbeque but only on Friday and Saturday. Store prices are really high. The grocery…read morestore across the street has better prices.

Surf Market on April 6, 2023

Surf Market on April 6, 2023.

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Anchor Bay Thai Kitchen

I absolutely loved this restaurant. My friends and I were hanging out nearby after enjoying some…read morereally good food, and when we stopped in, everything was clean and the staff were genuinely kind and welcoming. It's the kind of place that makes you want to keep coming back and support a local business. The only reason my visit took an emotional turn was unexpectedly seeing the owner of a nearby construction business. Knowing what I know, I instantly felt uneasy and uncomfortable. In a small town filled with so many families and children, that feeling hit even harder. I immediately knew I would never support that business again. Thankfully, that experience doesn't reflect this construction business at all. The business itself was wonderful, and the employees made me feel welcome from the moment I walked in. I truly hope this business continues to thrive because it deserves the support of the community.

We were so pleasantly surprised by this little Thai spot in Gualala on a weekend trip. We weren't…read moreexpecting much but this place might actually be one of my favorite Thai restaurants I've been to in California. We got the pad thai with chicken and green curry with chicken and a side of brown rice. The brown rice was the fun kind with that great texture, super yummy with the green curry. Green curry was super flavorful and packed with veggies and chicken. Thai tea with coconut milk was a little sweet for me but still very very flavorful. Don't skip this place on your next Mendocino County weekend getaway :)

Organic vegetable local

Green papaya salad

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Noyo Fish Company

So glad I stopped by! It's been on my Mendocino list for awhile and now I'm glad I got to try it…read moreout. Seating is outside, there's a line to order and then they give you a number. They will call out your number and give you your food. There is a good amount of seating, but it does get crowded! I have tried the clam chowder, fish n chips, and fried oysters. Everything was good! I've tried bland fish n chips in the past but this place has a lot of flavor to everything, even the fries. There isn't too much batter either.

One Taco Order, Zero Regrets…read more I placed a to-go order for the salmon tacos and really enjoyed them. Service is fast and friendly! The salmon was cooked perfectly, and all the ingredients tasted fresh. My only minor criticism is that the sauce was a bit overpowering, so I couldn't fully taste the mango salsa. However, the tacos were generously filled with large pieces of salmon, and the price felt very fair for the quality and portion size. Overall, it was a flavorful and satisfying meal. The quality, freshness, and value make this a dish worth trying, and I would definitely order it again. Highly recommend if you're a fan of fish tacos!

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Ledford House

Our special Anniversary Celebration . Staff all incredibly…read moreskilled and welcoming. Views to die for ! We both had a filet mignon and let me tell you it was the best steak I've ever had period. A nice bottle of Pinot Noir from local winery was outstanding. This place made our trip exceptionally wonderful. Thanks to all of you!

Ledford House is wonderful, so I would give it 4.5 overall. Great service, view from the deck, and…read morethe French classics are solid. We went twice in a row because we were staying near by and dinner options were limited. I'd definitely go back if in the area. Don't sleep on the great cocktails (delicious paper plane and Sazerac) and the super reasonable wine prices!

Escargot

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Vue Kitchen

3.9

(238 reviews)

13.8 mi

My husband and I walked into Vue at 630 on a Saturday night. We were told the wait would be one…read morehour for a two top, so we decided to go elsewhere. As soon as we walked out to the car, we changed our minds and decided to go back in. The host said "let me see if I can find you a table really quick". Fortunately for us, he was able to seat us right away :) Food was delicious! We were very impressed. We ordered fried calamari and the flat bread to start. The sauces on the calamari were incredible. I ate the clam chowder as my entree -- amazing!! My husband had the salmon special, which he loved. Ambience and view were amazing as well as service. We will definitely be back next time we are in the area!

I read that the average price for 2 people to eat there was between $50 and $100. I thought they…read morewere exaggerating . I looked at the menu and we're talking hamburgers fish and chips etc. it's a very casual place, not white tablecloth fancy dining at all, very casual. We each ordered fish and chips. $29 each! It comes with French fries and an itsy bitsy 1 oz. container of coleslaw. Period. It comes with two big pieces of fish, but the breading is about 8-in thick. It was very greasy and way overcooked. I was not all impressed with the food. The service was good and the view is a million dollar view with a fresh flower on the table. We only had water to drink, no cocktails, nothing else. nothing special. Out bill came to something like $76. I would not go back there. I could walk around the Pelican Bluff coastal trail for the amazing view.

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Princess Seafood Restaurant

everything was fabulous- food, draft beer, service, atmosphere, views. the staff was friendly and…read moreefficient. The poke bowl was excellent. we saw seals playing in the water.

Delicious, affordable seafood! We started with 6 oysters,…read moreAMAZING I had the cup of clam chowder & seared ahi poke bowl over salad no rice. It was delicious. My friend had the blackened cod sandwich with cole slaw and loved it.

View from Princess Seafood Restaurant patio is spectacular.

Lobster bisque

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Izakaya Gama

4.7

(126 reviews)

0.6 mi

This is a small town that highway 1 runs through and this Japanese restaurant is worth a stop when…read moreyou drive through. It is fantastic. They have a very large selection of sake, and the servers know and talk with the locals which is so nice to see in our modern society. The sashimi was absolutely stunningly good. Every dish was fantastic (we did the chef tasting menu - 5 course meal) and at the end we both looked at the Michelin guide because "this place has to be rated!) Take a drive or reroute yourself through Point Arena. You won't be sorry.

Went to Gama for my bday dinner. Had a reservation and it was pretty quiet inside so we were able…read moreto sit at a table instead of the bar. Usually we like sitting at the bar to see the chefs do their thing, but this place is not like that at least the night we went to which was surprising cause Japanese establishments typically are cooking out in the open. They had a lot of different sakes which was really nice to see but no draft beer unless I missed it. They let you pick a cup for your sake which is so cute, I loved that. All their table wear was so beautiful. We got a fruity sake first and loved that one. The second one was the "goku" it was giving straight sake. I'd prolly stick to fruitier ones. The server was very kind and she was easy to talk to and provided great service. As for the food, I thought it was pretty okay! We ordered the omakase which was $75 per person and it was very filling. We had trout sashimi which had some bite texturally not my fave fish tbh. Potato Salad which a jammy egg omg I loved it but wondered how it'd taste if the egg was marinated. The mushroom soup was lemony and oniony it was pretty good. The karage could've been crispier imo and I wish the wasabi aoli was a lil different but it was still good. The robata was hella good my fave was the meatball one, I'm not a big fan of cartilage but that it very well cooked, and I appreciated the pile seasoning provided as well. The strawberry topped panna cotta was so good no notes. Overall, pretty good and I'd go again if I was in this area and order individual dishes especially the potato salad and panna cotta. Not really the vibe of an izakaya imo they also don't have ginger but def a nice Japanese restaurant with some twists.

Sake at Izakaya Gama on April 6, 2023

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Pier Place

(110 reviews)

0.4 mi

Great tacos and beer and wine selection…read more Met friends for dinner at 6pm on a weeknight and this place was popping! Place your order at the bar, grab a number and take a seat. I had their chicken and veggie taco with a spicy margarita. The chicken taco had a nice spicy kick, enough to tingle on the tongue without sacrificing flavor, but the vegetarian taco was my favorite! Anything with home pickled onions gets my vote. The spicy margarita can be ordered with a salt or tajin rim. Overall, great value and casual dining. Thanks pier place!

This place is in a prime spot on the top floor of the building down at Point Arena pier. We came to…read morean early dinner on Friday at around 5pm and it was dead, but by the time we left people were filling in the outdoor seats and a musician was setting up his instruments. My mom and I both ordered the fish and chips and we were so pleased! The batter on the fish was so crispy and delicious!! The service staff was also very friendly and fast. My only complaint was the basic frozen French fries were not on the same level as their fish. I would definitely come back though because it was a huge portion, great for the price.

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Cove Coffee

Such friendly service and wonderful espresso! The staff knew everyone by name - and I bet if I ever…read morepass through again they'd remember me too. I just love finding neighborhood coffee spots. It's a great way to meet people (and get caffeinated)!

Very friendly and great spot to meet the locals. Prices are reasonable and food was good!read more

Hand pie- flaky pastry, very tasty!

Parking lot, ocean view

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The Record

(34 reviews)

0.6 mi

A great spot. I was not expecting the level and magnitude of elegance and composition that I found…read morein the dishes here. Service is so friendly and I felt super taken care of. Pre-dinner popcorn is a great touch, and it's top notch popcorn - crisp and salted well. Carrot salad - loved this. Smoky carrots roasted nice and soft with some sweetness, some crunch, some creaminess, and a tasty dressing. Great dish! White bean soup - this is very savory and hearty, perfect on a cold day, and the portion is generous too! The sundae is such a great idea. Classic soft serve with pretty much every topping option you can think of. Thank you for the great experience and the great meal!

Food choices are limited here in Point Arena, especially during the week so we decided to give this…read moreplace a try since they had a jazz quartet performing and pier place was closed. The place is lively, the vibes are great, and the service attentive- however, the food is another story. We started out with a michelada and a sangria - both were decent. Next ordered the bean dip that came with a beet hummus and a black bean dip plus bread to eat it with. The dips were just ok flavor wise, but the bread that it came with was burnt, overly salty and just not enjoyable. We were hungry and hoping this was just the wrong item to order. So we ordered the buffalo wings that took FOREVER to come out and it's probably because they were busy overcooking them- super dry chicken meat and the most unpalatable potato wedges that I have been served. Several pieces looked rotten and they were completely drenched in oil. No crisp, overcooked- disgusting. Paid $70 + tip and left hungry. Unfortunately, once we left there no other food places were open. Won't be back.

Ice cubes with wildflowers! Metal straws.

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