Though Bodega has housed a country general for well over a hundred years, its current incarnation…read moreis by far the most welcoming with the best product selection. From Sonoma county craft beer to Marin county cheeses and DELICIOUS sandwiches made with bread from a nearby Tomales bakery, the product selection is sure to please the pallet. As a local shopper, I usually go in for a sandwich or milk and leave with a full bag because there are plenty of tempting organic and locally made snacks I feel good about eating and feeding my children. I also am happy to support a family run business owned by neighbors in the community. Also, whomever left the review about "taking away the birds charm." I can only respond that person must have been a pal of the previous owners. This store is now light, bright, welcoming, family friendly, and it sells local artwork that adorns the walls with beautiful images from nearby nature scenes. It's a definite improvement, and frankly, every local is happy the new owners opened up shop and provided the town with a spot to buy groceries.

Good selection of items across the spectrum, lots of 'ooh I haven't seen THOSE in a long time'…read moreitems.

This store has a magnificent array of items, both useful and exotic…read more What I primarily wanted to review though was the customer service. Every last employee was so friendly and kind and helpful and seemed genuinely happy to be there.

Great friendly staff who didn't seem like they were just nice to the locals (which can be off…read moreputting if you're renting a local place). Good grocery/amenities selection...and convenient too, open til 8 on Easter Sunday!

Along Highway 1 in Sonoma County is the pleasant town of Valley Ford and there is a nice upscale…read morecountry store there worth your stop should you need supplies for your picknic-king or just a place to get some food and much more. This smart looking store has a lot of choices for wine, a nice well-stocked veggie section, all the stuff you'd find as a small corner store, a deli where fresh sandwiches and food are made, and best of all, a small ice cream counter. I suppose I admit that I'm an ice cream lover and they serve the Rainbow brand, a San Francisco product. It is a great joint, clean and everything is nicely presented. It's a great place should you need a place to take a break from your drive, stretch your legs and at the very least, a bathroom stop.

If you're not in a rush, I would recommend to get the 10/10 sandwiches. The bread is local that…read morecheese is local and the deli has a fresh selection of meats.

Great store on Highway 1!…read more Parking lot has a beautiful view of the ocean! Easy parking did us. There were a few open spots. They pack a lot into this smallish store. Fresh fruit & veggies, packaged goods. We couldn't find prices on some of what we were buying so we brought them to the register to ask. And some prices on the shelves were old. It's It ice cream sandwich for $3.49. Calypso lemonade for about the same price. Box of Mike & Ike's has 99 cents on the shelf but it was $3 or something. They take ApplePay so that makes it easy!

Apple Pay accepted, ATM inside as well…read more Such a good spot to stop by for sandwiches/snacks and super fast service. Seems like a lot of locals come here versus tourists. The turkey club was amazing, simple and perfect. The bacon was def thick and added that salty goodness to the sandwich. Ask for extra condiments maybe? The ham and Brie was toasted and just so warm and comforting

After many years of passing by the busy lot for Fishetarian, I finally stopped in for an early…read moredinner, last Saturday. It wasn't too long of a line since it was around 4 and between the lunch and dinner crowds. It's all order at the kiosk or counter, where you get a buzzer and pick up. Considering the name, I was happily surprised to see some vegetarian options, including tofu tacos and a veggie sandwich. I opted for the tacos which were a good size portion and a nice mix of flavors. There's plenty of outdoor seating, with and without heaters, both covered and open. It offers a no fuss, simple bay view dining experience. Very casual (and chilly-dress warm!) with a friendly vibe. The staff were very upbeat and helpful. I'm definitely going to add this to my go-to Bodega Bay spots.

Very popular spot and great location with a view! Came with friends and was recommended this spot…read more Very busy and long lines. You can also order on the kiosk outside. Maybe it was an off day but unfortunately the food was just okay to us. I tried the combo of fish, shrimp and chips basket. The sweet potato fries were probably my favorite. I enjoyed the shrimp over the fish. The clam chowder was lacking flavor as well.

Every once in a while, I go to a restaurant that knows how to do it. This was one of those places…read more It's not the fanciest place, but it's perfect for a fishing town. They have seating inside and outside. My mother had been craving fried oysters so I took her here. For some reason, not many places have fried oysters. I think this was the only place in the Bodega Bay area. Not sure why that is. Anyway, the oysters were 5 stars for my mom. They came with a dipping sauce. I think it was the garlic aioli. I ordered the chicken sandwich special that comes with chipotle aioli. I traded that for the garlic aioli. It was loaded with thin slices of chicken breast. I'm not sure what type of bread they used, but it was perfect for the sandwich. When we first ordered, it was Ash who took our order. He's so energetic and friendly. He is part of what makes this place special. They have an attention to detail and service that reminds of the Garden Cafe in San Rafael. I will be back even though I have to drive all the way from Novato. :)

Lunch at Fisherman's Cove was great start to a weekend road trip!…read more Driving oceanside, you can't help but want a crab sandwich and fish and chips. That's what my boyfriend and I ordered, and were satisfied (not to mention fueled for our hike that afternoon). I agree with other reviews that say it's pricey for what you get, but you'll still have a satisfying meal. The crab sandwich is real fresh, I kinda wish they toasted the bread, but would still recommend it. It came with a few slices of carrot that seemed random IMO, but still ate it. Also, you can't go wrong with the fish and chips! Service was straight-forward - you order and pay at the counter, then take your number to seat where your food is delivered. Most people were sitting outside on the benches, which is where you wanna be, especially on a sunny day with a view of the water. But there are also chairs and tables inside. Parking can be tight around here. The lot outside the restaurant is very small, and the street/back parking signs can be confusing. (There were cars parking in zones clearly marked with "No Parking" signs.)

Exceptionally fresh fish in a stunning setting. Service is prompt and cheerful. Dog and…read morekid-friendly. Sit in the shade at a picn8c table, inside if it's rainy or at the long counter, watching the waves.

Dillon Beach Coastal Kitchen is the one real dining establishment in this part of town and it's a…read moregood one. We managed to scoop in right before closing - they close early - 7:00PM. The menu is straightforward and very coastal forward. I ordered the Baja fish tacos ($20). The beer battered rock cod comes topped with smashed avocado, cabbage, cilantro-lime crema + salsa verde. The rock cod was exceptionally good - it's meaty and flakey. The toppings were mild and the perfect complement to the fish. Apparently, the Dillon Beach Burger ($23) is famous and honestly, it's pretty good. It comes with fancy meat - Stemple Creek beef - sauce, lettuce, cheese, dill pickles + fries. I think I added Monterey Jack cheese (+3). This tasted like an elevated backyard burger in the best way possible. Delish. We had a really nice dinner experience. Even though we did come around 6:30, we in no way felt rushed to order or to eat quickly. Service was attentive and excellent. Ten out of ten.

This is a "what you see is what you get" kind of place. I do appreciate their authenticity…read more Only 5 items on the lunch order which made it very easy to order. You place your order at the bar and the person working the bar was a kick. I guess she thought we were city folks as we were asking what kind of wines they offered and such. When we inquired what kind of bread sandwiches were served on she said "just regular bread". The in interior of this restaurant/bar has animal heads displayed all throughout and knotty pine One orders at the bar and then has the option of dining inside or on the patio. As it was a very warm sunny day, we opted for the patio. While seated you can see the iconic church in Bodega, St. Teresa of Avila. I had the tuna melt with a bag of chips and a Diet Coke. The tuna melt was pretty darn good you can't beat the price with all three coming in at undef $15.

Hole in the wall. I've been several times but first time reviewing. You walk in to the bar area…read morewith two pool tables. Family friendly. Middle section are tables and outside area has seating as well. Biggest thing to remember here is it is CASH only. The menu changes based off what's available - most are locally sourced ingredients. Rumor is the chef is a former Michelin star chef who wanted to live a quieter life- either way- the food is to die for. You can tell love and passion is put into each dish. We had the spaghetti and meatballs- still dreaming about the meatballs. Perfection. Stop in. Be patient. And talk to the staff- all super friendly.

We loved this place!…read more We were in Bodega Bay for a couple of days. Ate at Fisherman's Cove for lunch one day. Then came here for lunch the next day. The two restaurants are nextdoor to each other by the harbor. There's street parking - the parking lots are limited so we just parked in the street instead. Spud Point is casual. You wait in the line and order at the window. Then they bring the food out to you. There are some picnic tables and sunshades out front. Very easy and no pretense here! Here's what we ordered: Italian sourdough French bread $5 Red chowder $10 White chowder $10 2 crab sandwiches $20 each Albacore tuna sandwich $11 When ordering the bread, make sure you get some butter. The bread was absolutely delicious with crusty exterior and chewy inside. Perfect accompaniment with the chowder! We loved though New England white chowder. The Manhattan red chowder was fine, but we barely had half of it and took the rest home. The crab sandwich was great too! Tuna sandwich was good! There are other foods for sale at the order window - bags of chips, Crustable sandwiches. Can't wait to come back here! Wish I had the cooler with me to buy live crabs!!! BTW, I didn't see a bathroom here. But Fisherman's Cove (nextdoor) has one. It's just one unisex bathroom so there's a long line!

Stopped here to taste the Clam Chowder and Crab sandwich. Parking can be a challenge on a busy day…read morebut you'll find one. They offer dining outside but limited on seats. You place your order at a window and it comes out within a momnet. The sign mentioned being one of the best Clam Chowders in Bodega Bay and after trying it, I wasn't on the same page. If you're a garlic fan this might be your jam but I wanted to taste like clams and not garlic. The Crab sandwich was served cold but it tasted pretty good. Price was a little high for It and I prefer to add some salt for taste. Overall experience was okay I liked server/cashier who was kind, polite and helpful.

You MUST try their amazing BBQ options!! Pulled pork perfection, brisket and ribs are all no joke!…read moreThese 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 ;)

Well, I must say, Ginocchio's kitchen has a great great location!…read moreMy 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.