Stanford Inn's Ravens Restaurant

The first thing that startled me when I made the reservation was that they asked if I would be bringing a pet. Animals are not technically allowed in the dining area, but they can be in the lobby just outside (where there also seemed to be some tables) and there's a balcony where there was a water bowl and evidence some people had been sitting. There's also a tortoiseshell cat who seemed to be resident in the bookstore, with a room carefully left open for it downstairs. The ambience was warm and welcoming; very comfortable. The service was excellent and friendly, with fair recommendations, comments, etc. The food was fine, if on the uninspiring side. They did make an effort to be interesting - for example, with a sea palm (kelp) and raspberry strudel that was intriguing, but unfortunately not really successful. We also tried the dealcoholized wine, which tasted fine to me, though a) it was a rose, and b) I'm not much of a wine drinker. Most of the other dishes were decent but not really exciting. The cost was relatively high - $200 +tip for four. In short, go for the ambience, the pet friendliness, and the service, and you'll have a very pleasant meal of good but uninspired food.

Stayed here for a couple days recently and ate our meals at Ravens’. First, the place is very nice, the staff were all pleasant, friendly and helpful. The customer service was excellent. The menu obviously is intended to reflect an upscale, inventive, trendy vibe. The problem is the food just doesn’t deliver. The food’s not bad, it’s just not anything really special, often a bit dull or bland and often didn’t really match the menu description well.

We had the Portobello Benedict and the savory crepe both flavorful and made with fresh, well-prepared ingredients. The wood-paneled space, with its scent of wood, fireplaces, and garden views, feels classic but not dated, cozy but not cluttered. A quiet main room and a relaxed pet-friendly section round out the experience. We’ll definitely come back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

I loved the restaurant in terms of the menu, the ambience, and the food. We got the maple tamari tofu, the Ravens ravioli, the flatbread with pesto, and the banana split sundae for dessert. All the dishes were great and had good serving sizes. My non-vegan partner shared all the food with me and enjoyed it, including the pasta, so this place is great for vegans and non-vegans alike.

This is one of my favorite restaurants! My husband and I love staying at the Stanford Inn, and one of the reasons we do is how much we enjoy the food and ambiance at Raven's. For breakfast, our favorites are the herbed polenta with greens and the pancakes - the scones and muffins are also fantastic. Their lunch (which is packed for to go) is fantastic - we typically get lunch a few of the nights we're staying at the Inn. Our favorites are Sammy’s burrito wrap and the grilled vegetable sandwich - the dressing that comes on the side salad is so incredible, too. For dinner, we love the futomaki, the maple-tamari glazed tofu, the roasted beet salad, the flatbread, and the enchiladas. The braised vegetable side is fantastic, too. And we love the banana split dessert. Ravens is such a special place, and the food makes you feel incredible, too!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Instant favorite, very good food!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

There isn’t much more you can want for a vegan brunch. Fully vegan restraint attached to an Inn. The hot chocolate was amazing and both of the Chilaquiles and Florentine were perfect. Staff was friendly and the Inn was great to walk around. Must go if you’re in Mendocino!

I had breakfast at here at Ravens’ Restaurant several years ago while on a motorcycle trip along Highway 1, and it inspired me to return to stay at Stanford Inn. During our recent stay, we had two very memorable and satisfying meals at the restaurant while staying at the Stanford Inn. The dinner featured a mushroom tasting menu with locally foraged mushrooms. The also have a few dishes made with sea palm (kelp). The breakfast included lovely fresh juices and a nice vegan hollandaise sauce on a mushroom Benedict. Very creative healthy and well-made food! Updated from previous review on 2025-11-05

Lovely! The staff was so friendly and the food was very good! Definitely recommend - especially for those who follow a plant based diet… but definitely for everyone!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This is the worst meal I’ve had at an all vegan restaurant. Went for breakfast and got the chilaquiles and breakfast burrito. Everything was so bland and flavored with canned enchilada sauce. Maybe other dishes are better but this was laughingly bad. Would give 1 star if possible

Raven's was an absolutely love experience! It can be tough to find completely vegan restuarants and this place did NOT disappoint! My partner and I went for dinner and had the ravioli and the thai curry - both very delicious! Veronica made us the most delicious mocktails and was just fantastic. The atmosphere and ambience was very nice too. Such a special evening. We will definitely be back!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Stayed at the hotel for a week. I was underwhelmed by Ravens’ menu. For the prices they have (a piece of cake is $20) and the fine dining experience they seem to strive for, their food doesn’t make the cut. The raviolis tasted odd. The empanadas were like something I’d expect from an omni restaurant that doesn’t quite understand what vegan food is. I did end up liking the curry on the dinner menu and just stuck with that. However, one night there was a comically low amount of curry in the dish; it was very dry. I had to send it back and it took like 10 mins to come back. I just think they need to upgrade their menu. I was underwhelmed. Updated from previous review on 2025-09-29

High quality farm to table food. We stayed a few days @ The Stanford Inn hence we enjoyed multiple breakfasts and dinners here. Every single food was absolutely amazing and delicious. The friendliest staff and the very friendly atmosphere makes this a gem when it comes to a culinary experience. You will not be disappointed.

We absolutely loved dining at the Ravens Restaurant! The food was exceptional. We went multiple times during our trip Mendocino to try their breakfast and dinner options. Amazing service and views as well of the Mendocino coastline. We will definitely be coming back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Worst food I’ve had at an all vegan restaurant. Tried the chilaquiles and tempeh burrito for breakfast. The chilaquiles were drenched in canned enchilada sauce. That’s all it tasted of.

The burrito had large, unbelonging chunks of unseasoned, thawed from frozen vegetables. Huge chunks of broccoli and carrot. Strange. More canned enchilada sauce. Just very bland, odd, and uninteresting.

Service and atmosphere were great.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 4