The food was great, best pastrami in the north coast. The service was very good, they me us feel welcome. Definitely recommend and will be going again soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Quailren
Made us amazing sandwiches, gave us so many recommendations of things to do in town and around the Redwood Forest!! 10/10!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Robbie Mayer
Always great sammies, and fantastic folk. Hecka yummy
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brownshuga Mo Smith
Quality! The sandwich was huge.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ethan Caldwell
Stopped in recently and was seriously impressed by the quality of the sandwiches. Everything tasted fresh and perfectly balanced, and you can tell a lot of care goes into the preparation. I tried one of their signature sandwiches along with a lemonade, and both were excellent without being overly heavy or sweet.
What really made the visit stand out was the welcoming atmosphere. The owner was incredibly friendly and created a positive vibe that made us feel right at home. Great food, great service, and a spot I am definitely excited to return to.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Angela Saylor
Very personable, very delicious, definitely worth stopping.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alohas 71Camaro
Very nice ladies that run the place, I'm from Washington State and we stopped by a couple times for sandwiches and they were delicious 😋 We will return when we're in Eureka next time. Highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ely Edwards
Best sandwich in Eureka
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
DarkLordWaffles
Best Ruben in town. Great food, diverse menu, fantastic atmosphere. Swing in for lunch, you won’t be disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elizabeth Stephens
I had the best sandwich here today! Thank you! 😊
The absolute sweetest ladies run this place and the sandwiches are outstanding! Today I had the Carrie Italian which was the best Italian I’ve had in a long time. I also tried the in house made Arnold Palmer which was delicious! Highly recommend stopping by!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Riana Christensen
People are so kind. Food is phenomenal. I had a Reuben breakfast sandwich on a biscuit. The biscuit was so soft and scrumptious, eggs light fluffy and tasty, pastrami super flavorful and spiced just right. House made lemonades, sauces and treats. Just eat there. You wont regret it.
Anthony Leemer
Some of the best sandwiches in Humboldt, Their pastrami and BLAT is so tasty!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Siare Keating
The Grotto in Eureka is one of the most impressive dining experiences on the North Coast and a place I always look forward to visiting. Tucked away in Old Town, it has that cozy and inviting atmosphere that makes it feel like a special find. The lighting is warm, the bar is polished, and the whole space feels both intimate and elevated at the same time. It is the kind of restaurant that works perfectly whether you are celebrating something, out for a date, or just want to enjoy a great meal in a welcoming environment.
The food at The Grotto is absolutely top tier. The menu has a balance of creativity and comfort, and every dish is crafted with real attention to detail. The seafood is especially outstanding, which feels right being so close to Humboldt Bay. Oysters are fresh and clean, scallops are seared perfectly, and every cut of meat I have had here has been tender and full of flavor. Even the appetizers and small plates feel carefully designed and satisfying. The portions are generous and the presentation makes each dish feel like it was made with pride.
The drinks are another highlight. The cocktails are strong, balanced, and always well thought out. Whether I order a classic or something more inventive, it is always crafted to perfection. It is easy to sit at the bar or stay at your table for hours just enjoying the drinks while savoring the food.
The service is consistently excellent. The staff know the menu inside and out, they are attentive without being overbearing, and they always make the experience feel smooth and enjoyable. It adds a personal touch that makes dining here even better.
The Grotto captures what I think a great restaurant should be. It combines atmosphere, flavor, hospitality, and quality into one unforgettable experience. It is the kind of place that feels true to Eureka, local and authentic, while also standing out as a destination all on its own. Every time I leave I feel like I have had not just a good meal but a full experience. The Grotto is easily one of the best spots in the city and a must visit for anyone who wants to enjoy what Eureka has to offer.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Abdul Hemani
My wife has already left a review but I'm going to leave one too. The food was amazing the service was good I had the Italian sandwich and I had a bowl of the soup. On top of that the owner suggested that we take a drive down the Avenue a Giants which led my wife and I to also Drive The Lost Coast. I don't know if I'll ever see a more beautiful scenery than I saw that day and I want to thank the owners of Grotto for the terrific food and the Fantastic suggestion. My wife and I have a wonderful lifetime memory because of you.
The food was great, best pastrami in the north coast. The service was very good, they me us feel welcome. Definitely recommend and will be going again soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Made us amazing sandwiches, gave us so many recommendations of things to do in town and around the Redwood Forest!! 10/10!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always great sammies, and fantastic folk. Hecka yummy
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Quality! The sandwich was huge.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stopped in recently and was seriously impressed by the quality of the sandwiches. Everything tasted fresh and perfectly balanced, and you can tell a lot of care goes into the preparation. I tried one of their signature sandwiches along with a lemonade, and both were excellent without being overly heavy or sweet.
What really made the visit stand out was the welcoming atmosphere. The owner was incredibly friendly and created a positive vibe that made us feel right at home. Great food, great service, and a spot I am definitely excited to return to.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very personable, very delicious, definitely worth stopping.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very nice ladies that run the place, I'm from Washington State and we stopped by a couple times for sandwiches and they were delicious 😋
We will return when we're in Eureka next time. Highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best sandwich in Eureka
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Ruben in town. Great food, diverse menu, fantastic atmosphere. Swing in for lunch, you won’t be disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had the best sandwich here today! Thank you! 😊
Restaurantji Recommends
The absolute sweetest ladies run this place and the sandwiches are outstanding! Today I had the Carrie Italian which was the best Italian I’ve had in a long time. I also tried the in house made Arnold Palmer which was delicious! Highly recommend stopping by!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
People are so kind. Food is phenomenal. I had a Reuben breakfast sandwich on a biscuit. The biscuit was so soft and scrumptious, eggs light fluffy and tasty, pastrami super flavorful and spiced just right. House made lemonades, sauces and treats. Just eat there. You wont regret it.
Some of the best sandwiches in Humboldt, Their pastrami and BLAT is so tasty!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Grotto in Eureka is one of the most impressive dining experiences on the North Coast and a place I always look forward to visiting. Tucked away in Old Town, it has that cozy and inviting atmosphere that makes it feel like a special find. The lighting is warm, the bar is polished, and the whole space feels both intimate and elevated at the same time. It is the kind of restaurant that works perfectly whether you are celebrating something, out for a date, or just want to enjoy a great meal in a welcoming environment.
The food at The Grotto is absolutely top tier. The menu has a balance of creativity and comfort, and every dish is crafted with real attention to detail. The seafood is especially outstanding, which feels right being so close to Humboldt Bay. Oysters are fresh and clean, scallops are seared perfectly, and every cut of meat I have had here has been tender and full of flavor. Even the appetizers and small plates feel carefully designed and satisfying. The portions are generous and the presentation makes each dish feel like it was made with pride.
The drinks are another highlight. The cocktails are strong, balanced, and always well thought out. Whether I order a classic or something more inventive, it is always crafted to perfection. It is easy to sit at the bar or stay at your table for hours just enjoying the drinks while savoring the food.
The service is consistently excellent. The staff know the menu inside and out, they are attentive without being overbearing, and they always make the experience feel smooth and enjoyable. It adds a personal touch that makes dining here even better.
The Grotto captures what I think a great restaurant should be. It combines atmosphere, flavor, hospitality, and quality into one unforgettable experience. It is the kind of place that feels true to Eureka, local and authentic, while also standing out as a destination all on its own. Every time I leave I feel like I have had not just a good meal but a full experience. The Grotto is easily one of the best spots in the city and a must visit for anyone who wants to enjoy what Eureka has to offer.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My wife has already left a review but I'm going to leave one too. The food was amazing the service was good I had the Italian sandwich and I had a bowl of the soup. On top of that the owner suggested that we take a drive down the Avenue a Giants which led my wife and I to also Drive The Lost Coast. I don't know if I'll ever see a more beautiful scenery than I saw that day and I want to thank the owners of Grotto for the terrific food and the Fantastic suggestion. My wife and I have a wonderful lifetime memory because of you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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