Location: Little River
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Find out what American restaurants to try in Little River. Little River (also known as Littleriver, Bells Harbor, and Kents Landing) is a small census-designated place in Mendocino County, California. It lies at an elevation of 66 feet (20 m). It is located two miles (3 km) south of the town of Mendocino and running along the Pacific Ocean coast on State Route 1. The town is home to several hundred people and takes its name from nearby Little River. The town center sits on a scenic bluff overlooking the mouth of Little River and hosts a grocery store, two gas pumps, a post office, and a restaurant within a single structure. The population was 117 at the 2010 census.
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10. MacCallum House Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 416 reviews
Reviewed By BoulderNut
Victorian style hotel has a nice restaurant and bar area. Several tables in atrium area and along outside porch have nice views of garden and a little ocean. Nice familiar Menu items and specials. We opted for asparagus omelet that was moist and tasty. Good coffee too. You will be pleased with service too.
9. Patterson's Pub
Overall Ratings
4 based on 855 reviews
Reviewed By Boxer4
Weâve been to Pattersonâs probably 5 or 6 times and have always enjoyed it (thus the repeat visits). This last visit was for drinks only at 4:00 ... sat at the bar and were seen to by a very friendly woman. We were engaged almost immediately in good conversation with our bar mates ... A very eclectic bunch (including us!). If you enjoy a COLD beer and interesting folk ... dis is da place!
8. Albion River Inn Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 449 reviews
Reviewed By outandabout49
We fell in love with Mendocino eight years ago and returned this year to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. This was our first meal at Albion. I chose it because of the positive reviews and for tables at a window for the marvelous view of the sea. I made reservations for 5 p.m. (Window seating can be guaranteed only for 5 and 5:15 reservations.) I made the reservation through Open Door, then confirmed it by phone to ask for a window table and informed them of our anniversary celebration. We had the best table in the house (in the northwest corner). Staff was friendly, attentive, and wished us a happy anniversary. My wife had the macaroni and cheese as an appetizer, whitefish, and the Meyer Lemon and Honey Cheesecake for dessert. She said each dish was excellent. I had the Point Reyes Blue Cheese Salad, the New York strip sirloin, and the chocolate raspberry cake. All but the steak were fine. I ordered the steak medium rare. It came out medium. It was hard to chew and not the melt-in-your mouth quality we should expect from a prime cut for $40. Under other circumstances, I would have sent it back, but 1) I did not want to put a negative vibe on our celebration and 2) It would have meant waiting another 10-15 minutes for my meal. The demi-glace on the steak was delicious, and the sides -- glazed carrots, mashed potatoes, and sauteed green beans -- were excellent. Our desserts were fabulous. The bread served with the meal -- small slices of soft white bread with crust -- was unremarkable. I was hoping for something more upscale, such as french or multi grain rolls. The coffee was a disaster -- tepid, watery with little to no flavor. To note: a small bar is located in the corner of the dining room. Happy Hour is between 5 and 6. On the evening we were there, a group of 4 or 5 people came to the bar to take full advantage of the reduced prices. Things got a little noisy. Because of the disappointing steak, bread and coffee -- especially the mortal sin of botching what should have been a superior steak -- I am tempted to give the Albion only 3 stars, but I will give it 4 because, by and large, the evening went well.
7. Mendocino Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 853 reviews
Reviewed By MaryC80
We had just pulled into town around lunchtime and stopped at the Mendo Cafe for a quick bite. The service was adequate but the food was excellent. No real complaints on the service- our server was prompt and polite. I had the Thai Hot Pot. It was filled with flavor and it was a generous portion. My husband had an egg dish special that he said was good as well. Lunch on the patio was pleasant as the weather was ideal.
6. Trillium Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 572 reviews
Trillium is a restaurant and inn. We think of ourselves as casual fine dining, with indoor and outdoor dining, weather permitting. We focus on serving fresh, seasonal, organic California cuisine. We try to source as many things locally as possible. Local,
Reviewed By PeggyChism
My friend and I enjoyed lunch here very much. I would order the Avocado Toast next time. The gal next to me had it and I was so jealous. The service was great and we were able to get right in on a week day without reservations. Trillium was recommended by several people and they were right. The only thing missing is the Ocean View and I will take great food over that any day!
5. Little River Market & Deli
Overall Ratings
4 based on 117 reviews
Excellent lunch menue with fresh made salads & soup plus healthy ingrediant sandwhiches made to order. Dining area in back with best restaurant view of ocean in Mendocino area. Very unique place that deserves to be listed. If more info needed call Dennis
Reviewed By dong917
One might not expect a deli to have an amazing wine selection, but this place does. the local wineries are well represented and the prices are reasonable. The deli makes incredible sandwiches, and offers a wide selection.
4. the Shared Table - Mendocino
Overall Ratings
5 based on 38 reviews
Our shared-table, locally-sourced dinners take place at The Inn at Cobblerâs Walk, across from Glendeven Inn. â¢6:30 pm promptly on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Sundays also on holiday weekends! â¢$65 pp | $25 wine pairing add-on â¢Open to the public â¢
Reviewed By Krepman
You are met at the door with a glass of Champagne. Sorry, Sparkling wine. The table seats twelve and is very cozy. The four courses were varied and paired with local wines.All delicious. A foodies paradise. I had the trout from Mt Shasta. Could be the best I ever had. My wife had the pork loin.It was tasty but a little salty.Michael the Chef came out after the meal and joined us in conversation on the dinner he had prepared. I would not miss this place if you are in the area.
3. Little River Inn Dining Room
Overall Ratings
4 based on 532 reviews
Family hospitality meets fine cuisine at this landmark coastal resort. Looking out upon magnificent ocean and garden views, the Little River Inn Restaurant is well known for its comfortable atmosphere and enticing fresh local fare. Executive Chef Marc Dym
Reviewed By AL330
We ordered the seared Scallops and a Snapper dish. The Scallop dish was surrounded by green peas and a bed of herbed orzo. The peas were so fresh yet crunchy, and the scallops amazingly tasty. Truly hats off to the Chef!! The Server (an elderly man) even gave us a small box of the chef's fudge since we didn't have room for dessert that night. Oh, and yes, we even enjoyed a sea view from our table at the window.We will definitely return on our next trip to the Mendocino coast.
2. Wild Fish
Overall Ratings
4 based on 599 reviews
100% Local & Organic The culinary team at Wild Fish procure produce locally from farmers, fishermen & women and foragers - the fish is always wild and fresh. Everything is made from scratch and in house.
Reviewed By Homeowner
I just love Wild Fish. We dined there tonight and enjoyed oysters on the half shell, excellently prepared fish with lovely locally grown vegetables, very good local wines paired with each course, and shared the sticky toffee pudding. The chef really knows fish. They have added service people who do a very good job. Dining at Wild Fish alone justifies a trip to Mendocino or Little River.
1. Circa '62 at the Inn at Schoolhouse Creek
Overall Ratings
4 based on 167 reviews
Open everyday but Tuesday (all we ask is one day a week to sleep in a little) at 8:00 + Open to the Public! In 1862, just ten years following the arrival of the first settlers on the Mendocino Coast (and a year before Lincoln's Gettysburg Address), mill o
Reviewed By fl0rsy48
The cottage where the restaurant is located has lovely views from many of the tables. There are birds galore to watch in the garden around the cottage. The food was excellent. Fabulous rosemary potatoes with many of the offerings. The chef really knows how to cook eggs right too. Pleasant service, although very languid. Not a place to go to in a rush. :-)
