Fine Dining
In the Village of Mendocino
A welcoming and lively atmosphere, Luna Trattoria is authentic northern Italian cuisine at its best! The garden is a treat to behold. Indoor and outdoor dining is available according to weather. Please call to make reservations in advance, or book online.
https://www.lunatrattoria.com/
Café Beaujolais, 961 Ukiah Street
World famous Café Beaujolais in Mendocino offers a garden lunch with brick oven pizza, or an evening of fine dining for dinner with an extensive wine list. For a taste of coffee and pastries, The Waiting Room is another addition to their amazing corner of tasty eats and pre-dinner enjoyment! Please call for reservations in advance for dinner, or book online.
https://www.cafebeaujolais.com/
Mendocino Café, 10451 Lansing Street
Only 1 block away from our office, the Mendocino Café is a casual place to meet up with friends for a delicious lunch or dinner in the beautiful garden area. Inside and outside dining are available.
https://www.mendocinocafe.com/
Flow, 45040 Main Street
Enjoy breakfast and lunch with beautiful coastal views of the Mendocino Headlands overlooking the bay.
Flow’s menu is innovative and features a full bar. Indoor or outdoor dining available.
https://www.mendocinoflow.com/
MacCallum House Restaurant, 45020 Albion Street
Historic Victorian located in the heart of Mendocino with fine dining outside. Located 2 blocks away from our office in Mendocino.
https://www.maccallumhouse.com/dining/restaurant-and-bar.php
Trillium, 10390 Kasten Street
An exquisite dining experience for lunch and dinner only 3 blocks from our office. A beautifully put together seasonal menu with locally sourced ingredients served with friendly, efficient service, and attention to detail.
https://trilliummendocino.com/restaurant/
The Ravens Restaurant at the Stanford Inn, 44850 Comptche Ukiah Road
An excellent and imaginative menu of vegan food prepared with fresh organic ingredients. A beautiful setting with forest, river, and ocean views. Proof of vaccination required.
Little River
Little River Inn Restaurant, 7901 N. Hwy 1
Located just 3 miles south of Mendocino, The Little River Inn Restaurant offers great food and a view of the Inn’s beautiful garden. Heated and tented outdoor dining with world class bar refreshments. Reserve your table online
https://www.littleriverinn.com/dining/
Albion
Albion River Inn Restaurant, 3790 N. Hwy 1
A stunning bluff top ocean view restaurant serving consistently great food! Locally grown ingredients blended with abundant seafood and pastas. Amazing wine list and helpful wait staff. Open for dinner service. Please call or book online for reservations.
https://www.albionriverinn.com/restaurant
Ledford House, 3000 N. Hwy 1
With a sweeping coastal view, the Ledford House, just 16 minutes south of Mendocino, offers casual elegance and an excellent cultural gourmet cuisine. Reservations are required. Please call or book online.
Activities
Kayaking
Kayak Mendocino
Out of Van Damme State Park, Little River. Sea caves, nature tours, all ages welcome, and no experience is necessary.
Catch a Canoe
Outriggers, kayaks, canoes, and bicycles out of Big River, Mendocino. Rentals and tours, hike and bike trail maps. Lots of wild life to see!
Liquid Fusion Kayaking
From mild to wild! Kayak adventures out of Noyo River, Fort Bragg. Kayak classes offered, ocean or river kayaking!
http:///www.liquidfusionkayak.com
FISHING AND WHALE WATCHING
Noyo Fishing Center
Full-service charter fishing and eco tours, year-round whale watching. Noyo Harbor, Ft. Bragg.
Telstar Charters
Fishing, crabbing, and whale watching excursions. Noyo Harbor, Ft. Bragg.
WALKING / HIKING / BIKING
Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens
Walk through gardens of rhododendrons to the ocean, dahlias, a children’s adventure trail, gift shop, nursery, and dog friendly hiking trails. Check website for updated information and ticket purchase online.
Big River Haul Road
Big River tidal estuary, bird watching, great walking and biking, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, and dog friendly hiking.
Russian Gulch State Park
A 36 ft. Waterfall in the redwoods, beach, and dog friendly in selected areas.
Check website for updated information.
https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=432
Van Damme State Park
Fern Canyon Trail to the Pygmy Forest, beach, and campground. Dog friendly in selected areas.
Check website for updated information
https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=433
Jackson State Forest
Hiking and mountain biking, dog friendly hiking trails. Please check website for updated information.
https://stateparks.com/jackson_state_forest_in_california.html
HORSEBACK RIDING
Ricochet Ridge
Guided horseback riding on the beach or redwood forest just north of Ft. Bragg
Ross Ranch
Guided horseback riding on the beach or in the forest in Elk.