15 Best American Restaurants near Mendocino

“My wife and I celebrated our 25th anniversary at Trillium on Aug 11 and it was one of the highlights of our experience in Mendocino. The hostess that night had an amazing bouquet of flowers waiting for my wife at our table. She was incredibly thoughtful and my wife can’t stop raving about them. Next, the service was welcoming, exceptional and timely. Finally, the food was prepared perfectly. And the star of the night was the coffee! Wow. Thank you to the staff for creating a wonderful atmosphere and experience for a special milestone in our lives!“

“Great pub, we went during the week so it was quiet. We sat outside since the weather was perfect, and they had heaters all over the outdoor seating area.

Beer was good
Customer service was good
Food was great

They had two specials that day, a tomato bisque and sandwich which my wife got, and a smashburger and tots which I picked. Both were great and very VERY reasonably priced.

I can imagine it gets loud and busy on the weekend or in the evening, we went for lunch and it was a perfect spot.“

“In a week, we ate here twice! Maybe again tomorrow on the way out of town. Fresh, delicious, unique recipes and great service. The baked goods are beyond wonderful and not grossly sweet like so many! Loved this little gem. Two thumbs up! ❤“

“Very generous portions, really enough for two. Loved my veggie omelette.“

“friendly, good size portions and very yummy food. highly recommend.“

“We had such a great first-time experience dining here, and a huge part of that was thanks to our amazing server, Heather. She was incredibly attentive and so warm and accommodating from the moment we sat down. That kind of welcome really made us feel at home and set the tone for the rest of the evening. The food and ambiance were already a win, but Heather truly made it memorable. We’re definitely coming back! Next time, we’re planning to make a reservation in hopes of getting a table with that beautiful ocean view. Can’t wait! 🌊✨“

“Quaint Inn in beautiful Mendocino. Enjoy the golfing. Wonderful restaurant“

“Great beer and food, on Mendocino coast it’s a must stop.“

“Holy Toledo, do yourself a favor, stop reading the reviews, and JUST GO!!! Absolutely delicious, beautifully plated, and great service. Also, GF options for starters, dinner, and dessert.“

“Lo que más me gusta de Dijon, es que todo hacen a mano y al momento. Ellos elaboran la pasta el pan Pescado y mariscos locales Un ambiente agradable y acogedor“

“Italian comfort food served indoors or outside on the covered patio.“

“We called to reserve a Ladies Night. Small gathering of local women to reconnect. The Wharf was ready for us with a section reserved and a cute little Ladies Night drink menu. Above and beyond in service all the way around. The manager Terrie was amazing!“

“Gracious hosts, scrumptious food, chill vibes and terrific peeps! Plus that amazing location.“

“This place is small but mighty! Dine in options or carry out and it’s all delicious! Owner Mike is friendly and smokes some fine food!!“

“We live in Mendocino and always appreciate when a fine dining establishment offers excellent, inventive dishes. Of course, the fine dining here is dependent on tourism, which is part of why we have so many great restaurants in a small town. But it is wonderful to get away from the clam chowder, crab cake standards and have real farm to table food that is different. The dishes were all seasonal, featured local ingredients, were well executed and most important were creative and fresh. We always appreciate a full bar with a great bartender and breathtaking views, and Terra Mar does not disappoint. There were several vegan and vegetarian options that stand on their own as a great dish and not just a token offering. Service was great. They are also the only fine dining we've experienced here where locals get a discount, which was unexpected and delightful. We will be back for sure and recommend to visitors and locals alike.“