Had a great time with our servers as well as the starters we opted for after a long drive over from…read moreSan Ramon. The scallops and pork belly hit the spot. Shared the Monterey bay squid. And my partner had a very generous ceviche, part of which made it back to the hotel for snacks tomorrow. The aspect of a gluten free menu made my partner very happy. The bread has gluten but we were offered the gluten free option which we passed on this time. Also offered a substitute local sav blanc which paired well with the pork belly. Need to take pics next time. Next time was the next day, the gluten free thing made this an easy decision and I remembered to take pics beforehand. Grilled Octopus was tasty. We shared the seared ahi tuna and holy crap it was the bomb. The wasabi aioli and chili crunch was over the top yum. Just enough heat and the mixed berry sorbet will sort you out if the heat gets you. Also got the gem salad which was a great complement and breather between the starter and entree

I had a grand time here! they had 2 large parties and a bunch of smaller tables. for some reason…read moreone chef working that night, so there was a very long wait for the food (maybe an hour?). the servers were doing their best given what they were working with. the seafood platter was delightful. oh my goodness the oysters I got were so creamy and such high quality! what! such a nice treat. the garlic butter mussels were insanely tasty. I licked all the garlic off of the shell. inside seating. there's also outdoor seating which is under a tent, a bit humid butyou get used to it. the train runs through maybe every 15 mins and it is crazy loud. it commands the whole room's attention, everyone must look at it, because you just cant talk over that loudness. it was fun to wave to some passsngers. the semifreddo dessert was wonderful! a frozen mouse, chocolate flavor with strawberries on top.

Fog Bottle Shop is a cozy little wine shop/wine bar with a good selection of wines that lean more…read morenatural/minimal intervention. About 25% of the labels were local offerings while the rest spanned the rest of California, Italy, France, and other countries. They had some excellent producers: Waits-Mast, Occhipinti (Sicily), Marcel Lapierre (Beaujolais), etc. Retail prices were really reasonable as well. You can open any bottle for retail + $10 corkage, which is a nice option if you want to share a bottle or two among friends. They have a small selection of bites--marinated olives come with each corkage paid--mainly cheese and charcuterie focused, however when the Cafe is open, it's possible to order a small selection of bites from the Cafe as well, which is a really cool option. I heard if the cafe is a bit slow, they'll even allow ordering off the full menu. The staff were all super friendly and helpful. We'll definitely pop in again on our next trip out to the coast.

The honey brut drink was super good. The guy running the shop looks like the main character in the…read moreshow The Bear.

I only live 20 minutes away from the winery, but I visit frequently due to its spectacular view…read more It might have the best view on the Mendocino Coast. My wife and I always bring our out-of-town guests here with a picnic lunch. I typically order a bottle of red wine to go with our lunch or snack. Make sure to walk along the bluff to check all the views and check out the beautiful garden.

This was absolutely amazing place to have a winery overlooking the ocean. Seating is first come…read morefirst serve but you can move chairs around to make it work for you. As for the wine, it's good enough. The caliber won't match up to the Napa/Sonoma wineries but they are definitely drinkable and offered at a reasonable price. One thing to note for dog owners: given most of it is outside, this place is surprisingly not dog friendly. When asked the owner what's with that, it has to do with insurance not willing to accommodate the liability of having pups on a cliff side. Dogs are allowed on the grass terrace just outside the winery but you won't get the sweeping oceanfront view, however.

Great organization of vendors, easy passing between vendors and attendees. Loved that covered…read moreseating available was provided on an especially hot day.

Killer Wines, Killer Prices, Killer Vibe…read more Mendo Vino is where Mendocino's wine scene really shines. The wine selection is absolutely fire. This place contains all the local gems, thoughtfully picked, and honestly some of the best around. When I stopped by, Michael was so nice and welcoming. He actually took the time to chat with me, listened to what I liked, and helped me find exactly the right wine no pressure, just genuine advice. Seriously, it felt like having a friend guide me through the shelves and I went home with just the right flavor of wine. And now to the prices. Shockingly good. You get amazing quality without having to empty your wallet. The vibe is cool, chill, and totally unpretentious, perfect for kicking back with a glass and soaking in that Mendocino magic. If you want great wine and a friendly, relaxed spot, Mendo Vino is where it's at.

We had dinner at Petite Percebes/Good Bones on a trip to the Mendocino area in April…read more The service was pleasant and friendly, the space felt comfortable with both tables and couches (no live music at the time we visited), and everything we ate was delicious and nicely presented! Our favorites were: + Broiled oysters with bone marrow butter, Parmesan crema, and breadcrumb: although I'm not usually a huge fan of oysters, I did enjoy these particular ones! + Lemon cream pie with tangerine, lemon curd, brown butter graham, citrus marigold Chantilly: we split one slice of this pie, but I could've eaten a few more slices of the pie by myself (if my stomach had space left). Perfect ending to the meal. + Primavera panisse: crispy chickpea fritters topped with a variety of greens and flower petals. + Yuzu marigold kombucha (Wilder x Petite Percebes collaboration): this was a refreshing, lightly sweet complement to the heavier dishes of the meal. We also tried the cassoulet (which had roasted chicken thigh, Roundman's garlic sausage, pork belly, Heirloom beans - a heartier meaty dish); and the potato chowder with oyster mushrooms, spring greens, and wild nettle pistou (we loved the mushrooms in it). This spot is worth stopping by!

Loved visiting Good Bones! A hidden little gem among the coast…read more I visited on a Sunday morning with a small group of friends for a quick bite to eat before we headed off for a hike. Inside was huge! Giant bar, tons of tables for dining, along with a stage where it looked like they hosted live music! We ordered our meals up at the front counter and took a seat in the dining area. I ordered a Golden State Mighty Dry cider and their grilled cheese sandwich with added caramelized onions and mushrooms. We were the only people inside, but food came out quick. Everyone was a huge fan of their meals. I loved my sandwich, the bread was absolutely delicious. Also was a huge fan of those mushrooms they used! We ended up leaving with a fresh baked loaf of bread when we left too for home. Service was great, food was on point, and loved the vibe they had going. Would love to come back to see some music one of these days.

After a day exploring the Northern California coast, we stopped at Piaci Pub and Pizzeria in Fort…read moreBragg for dinner. It turned out to be the perfect place to relax with pizza and beer on a sunny coastal afternoon. The beer list had plenty of great options, and the pizza arrived surprisingly fast. We went with a pepperoni pie, and the thin crust was exactly what we were hoping for. It was crispy around the edges with just the right amount of chew and plenty of perfectly crisped pepperoni cups. The atmosphere was laid back and welcoming, making it an easy place to linger after a day on the road. One important thing to know ahead of time is that Piaci is cash only, so come prepared. If you are passing through Fort Bragg and looking for a casual meal with good beer and solid pizza, Piaci is definitely worth the stop.

This place was really cute -- lots of art on the walls and a very lively atmosphere. It was quite…read morebusy, so it was initially a bit tough to figure out where to sit and where to order, but the staff was great: super attentive and friendly. They have both outdoor and indoor seating, so there are a lot of options, especially if you're with kids. We ordered a salad with arugula and goat cheese, which I enjoyed, although it felt a bit overpriced. We also got the Sicilian pizza with sun-dried tomatoes and feta cheese -- I loved the toppings, and it was very flavorful. All of that was delicious, but what took away from the experience was the crust, which felt too hard and not very chewy.

Great experience overall! Calamari was AMAZING. Ceviche was…read moreAMAZING. Fish and chips AMAZING. Great view of the waters with cute sea lions! See boats coming in. Drinks were great. Our server was awesome. 10/10 experience.

We really enjoyed our lunch at The Wharf. The service was prompt and pleasant. We sat at an inside…read moretable next to the large glass window. We had a great view of the harbor entrance we had the Prime rib sandwich (only available on Friday's). The Side salad was huge, homemade ranch dressing was fabulous. We also had the Crispy Rock cod sandwich that came with really good fries. We ordered a 1/4 loaf of Sourdough bread also. I highly recommend it. Wonderful view of harbor entrance we really enjoyed our lunch

The cutest little hole-in-the-wall coffee shop, the kind of place you'd walk right past if you…read moredidn't know it was there, and I'm so glad I didn't. It's small, cozy and full of character, with that warm neighborhood feel where you instantly want to stay a little longer than you planned. Now the real reason you need to go: the pumpkin spice latte. It's a MUST. Perfectly balanced, cozy and smooth, with real fall flavor that isn't overly sweet or syrupy like the chain versions. It tastes like someone actually cares about how it's made, and it's easily one of the best I've had. If you love finding hidden gems with a ton of heart, this is it. I'll definitely be back to work through the rest of the menu, but the pumpkin spice latte alone is worth the trip. Don't skip it!

Tried the chocolate chip walnut cookie (it was okay)…read more Also got the bagel that was really good but they don't toast bagels. They also only give a small portion of cream cheese. It's the mini size Philadelphia cream cheese brand. It was a good experience overall but I was disappointed on cleanliness... As I was ordering the employee sneezed all over the bagels and still gave me the one closest to where they coughed.

Amazing hidden gem and a must try! From the coastal views, warm staff, and memorable food: This…read moreplace was a standout for us on our weekend trip. Perfect for a date night. The portions were substantial for the price and the everything was cooked perfectly. We'd totally come back here anytime we're back. We ordered the duck breast over mash with cabernet sauce and special of the day (halibut over mash with tomato white wine sauce).

3.5/5 I thought Ledford House was good but fell a little…read moreshort of my expectations. We ordered oysters to share, my fiancé ordered the lamb shank and I ordered the duck breast. The oysters were our least favorite--they were small and lacked flavor (we will eat sweet or briney oysters but I don't think these fell in either category). The duck was cooked perfectly, tender with crispy skin; I loved the cherry sauce but the mashed potatoes lacked butter and salt to counter the sweet and tart. The lamb shank was the best plate, as it was a large serving, the meat was literally falling off the bone, and the garlic aioli had a great punch that complemented the meat. I absolutely loved the bread pudding, as it was fluffy and had a good balance of sweet with "spice" from what I believe was a bourbon sauce. We sat outside and the sunset ocean view was beautiful. However, it felt like the staff forgot about us for a while because it took about 20-30min for someone to come take our order. Service was great after that.

Popped into Fort Bragg on a spur-of-the-moment fishing trip with some friends and happened to…read morestumble across Milano. Glad we did! The bartenders were friendly, the atmosphere was great, and the outdoor patio was a perfect spot to kick back. We spent some time watching soccer on the TVs, enjoying a couple of hot dogs, and soaking up the relaxed vibe. Definitely a fun and unexpected stop while we were in town.

Such a fun local dive bar. The patrons were characters that night. Unfortunately the bartender had…read moreto ask someone to leave, but it's their job and I commend it. Not much else to say. I went I drank I bought the hat.