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A Mermaid-Approved Local Guide to Mendocino, CA
Explore shops, cafés, scenic spots, and local treasures of our cliffside village.
This is not a solicited list — no ads or paid sponsors. Just our favorite Mendocino gems, shared with love to support locals always. More always being added!
Mendocino Village
🍽 Eat & Drink
Café Beaujolais
French-inspired cuisine.
https://cafebeaujolais.com/
The Brickery (Café Beaujolais – Brickery)
Wood-fired pizza.
https://cafebeaujolais.com/pages/the-brickery
Waiting Room Café (Café Beaujolais)
Breakfast + pastries + coffee.
https://cafebeaujolais.com/pages/the-waiting-room
Luna Trattoria
Homemade pasta + Italian dinner spot.
https://www.lunatrattoria.com/
MacCallum House Restaurant
Farm-to-table fine dining.
https://maccallumhouse.com/dining/
Trillium Café
Seasonal California cuisine with a garden patio.
https://trilliummendocino.com/
Flow Restaurant & Lounge
Ocean views + cocktails + comfort food.
https://www.flow.restaurant/
Frankie’s Pizza & Ice Cream
Pizza, ice cream & family-friendly vibes.
https://www.frankiespizza.com/
Mendocino Café
Global comfort food with ocean views.
https://www.mendocinocafe.com/
Good Life Café & Bakery
Local favorite for breakfast + pastries.
https://www.goodlifecafemendo.com/
Garden Bakery
Cookies, breads, pastries.
https://www.facebook.com/gardenbakerymendo/
Corners of the Mouth
Natural grocery store in a historic church.
https://www.cornersofthemouth.com/
Patterson’s Pub
Irish pub + hearty comfort food.
https://www.pattersonspub.com/
Fog Eaters Cafe
Southern Vegan comfort food.
https://fogeatercafe.com/
🍸 Spirits, Smokes & Local Watering Holes
Dick’s Place
Mendocino's famous dive bar—unfiltered, unapologetic, iconic.
https://www.facebook.com/dicksplacemendocino/
Patterson’s Pub
Cozy Irish pub.
https://www.pattersonspub.com/
Meyer Family Cellars – Wine Bar
Local tasting room.
https://www.mfcellars.com/
Mendo Vino Wine Bar
Wine, small bites, local charm.
https://www.facebook.com/mendovinowinebar/
Fog Bottle Shop & Wine Bar
https://fogbottleshop.my.canva.site/
Sol de Mendocino Renowned cannabis dispensary.https://soldemendocino.com/
🛍 Shopping
Tangents
Whimsical gifts + clothing + souvenirs.
https://www.facebook.com/tangentsmendo/
Harvest Market
Groceries + local goods + great souvenirs.
https://www.harvestmarket.com/
Gallery Bookshop
Beloved indie bookstore by the sea.
https://www.gallerybookshop.com/
My Chic Farmhouse
Home decor, boutique gifts, curated goods.
https://www.mychicfarmhouse.com/
The Great Put On
Vintage-inspired clothing & accessories.
https://www.facebook.com/greatputon/
Study Club Mendocino
Boutique apparel + journals + unique finds.
https://www.studyclubmendo.com/
Village Sock Shop
Fun socks + quirky gifts.
https://www.villagesockshop.com/
Legends of the North
Surf, skate, and adventure gear.
https://www.legendsofthenorth.com/
Out of This World
Science toys & gifts for kids.
https://outofthisworldshop.com/
Chocolate Haus
Handmade chocolates.
https://www.facebook.com/chocolatehausmendocino/
🏨 Where to Stay
Mendocino Bungalow
Stylish coastal stays.
https://www.mendocinobungalow.com/
MacCallum House Inn
Boutique Victorian hotel. *Telsa charger
https://maccallumhouse.com/
Joshua Grindle Inn
Historic B&B with gardens.
https://www.joshuagrindleinn.com/
Nicholson House
Newly renovated boutique hotel.
https://www.nicholsonhouse.com/
Mendocino Grove (glamping)
Stanford Inn
Historic farm and eco-resort. *Tesla charger
💆 Health, Beauty & Wellness
Bloom
Spa + wellness services.
https://bloom-mendocino.com/
Nahara Center for Healing Arts
Acupuncture + massage + classes.
https://naharacenter.org/
Nailed It (Nail Studio)
Nail services in Mendocino.
https://www.facebook.com/NailedItMendocino/
Sweetwater Inn & Spa
Redwood soaking tubs.
https://www.sweetwaterspa.com/
🎨 Art & Culture
Mendocino Art Center
Workshops, galleries, artist residencies.
https://www.mendocinoartcenter.org/
Lansing Street Gallery
Local artists + contemporary works.
https://www.lansingstreetgallery.com/
Partners Gallery
Contemporary art gallery.
https://www.partnersgallery.com/
Mendocino Theatre Company
Live performances in the village.
https://mendocinotheatre.org/
🛍 Souvenirs & Gifts
Tangents
https://www.facebook.com/tangentsmendo/
Harvest Market
https://www.harvestmarket.com/
Gallery Bookshop
https://www.gallerybookshop.com/
Out of This World
https://outofthisworldshop.com/
Chocolate Haus
https://www.facebook.com/chocolatehausmendocino/
Mendocino Jams & Preserves
https://mendocinojams.com/
Mendocino Sandpiper Jewelry
https://mendocinosandpiper.com/
🏛 Village History & Museums
Ford House Visitor Center & Museum
Historic exhibits + maps + info.
https://www.mendoparks.org/ford-house-museum
Kelley House Museum Local history + rotating exhibits. https://www.kelleyhousemuseum.org/
🧘 Spiritual & Worship
The Well – Spiritual Community Space
Meditation, classes, gatherings.
https://www.thewellmendocino.com/
Temple of Kwan Tai
Historic Chinese/Buddhist temple.
https://www.kwantaimendocino.org/
Presbyterian Church of Mendocino
https://www.mendopres.org/
St. Anthony’s Catholic Churchhttps://www.stanthony-mendocino.org/
General Info / Tips
Note: Always good to call ahead and check with businesses — hours and services can vary.
Gas: 1 gas station (SCHLAFER'S AUTO REPAIR, 44901 Main St.)
ATM: located at Savings Bank of Mendocino (10500 Lansing St.)
Restroom: public restrooms located next to the The Ford House Visitor Center & Museum (45035 Main St.)
Post office: located at 10500 Ford St.
Connectivity: Wifi is weak - enjoy the waves!
Vibes: Leave No Trace / Pack In Pack Out: As we love the coast and forests, we recommend a leave-no-trace mindset.
Take your trash with you or dispose of it in trash cans, avoid leaving anything behind — help keep our village clean, natural, and beautiful.