Where to Eat in Ferndale: The Best Restaurants and Bars

April 14, 2018 Margarita Chappel

Ferndale is a city in Humboldt County, California, United States. Its population was 1,371 at the 2010 census, down from 1,382 at the 2000 census. The city contains dozens of well-preserved Victorian storefronts and homes. Ferndale is the northern gateway to California's Lost Coast and the city, which is sited on the edge of a wide plain near the mouth of the Eel River, is also located near the extensive preserves of Coast Redwood forests.
Things to do in Ferndale

1. The Hotel Ivanhoe Restaurant & Saloon

315 Main Street, Ferndale, CA 95536 Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar American, Italian, Bar, Gluten Free Options Dinner +1 707-786-9000
Excellent
62%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 166 reviews

The Hotel Ivanhoe Restaurant & Saloon

Reviewed By Francophile1969 - Huntington Beach, California

Unfortunately we arrive late for our reservation but the hostess was most accommodating and we had a table in a few minutes. Delicious salads and a very good steak with Marsala mushroom sauce. Disappointing pasta with pesto. Yummy dessert of tiny cream puffs with ice cream. Excellent service and very reasonable corkage of $10.

2. Humboldt Sweets

399 Main Street, Ferndale, CA 95536 Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible American, Cafe Brunch +1 707-786-4683
Excellent
83%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 54 reviews

Humboldt Sweets

Reviewed By clwborges - CA

This is a wonderful bakery in the small village of Ferndale. Their caramel pecan rolls are one of my favorites and more than one should eat in a sitting. They also offer beautiful cinnamon rolls, cakes, cupcakes, lemon bars and other delicious and beautiful treats. This is a bakery where items as beautiful and taste wonderful as well. They have limited hours and appreciate cash sales.

3. Mind's Eye Manufactory

393 Main St, Ferndale, CA 95536 Seating, Wheelchair Accessible Cafe Breakfast +1 707-834-3893
Excellent
79%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 14 reviews

Mind's Eye Manufactory

Reviewed By Vickie H

Traveling and stopped by to see the lovely town had the best cup of coffee out six states we've been in. Marc is the nicest sweetest guy also...

4. Eel River Brewing Company

1777 Alamar Way, Fortuna, CA 95540-9548 Free Wifi, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover American, Bar, Pub, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +1 707-725-2739
Excellent
41%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
6%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 544 reviews

Eel River Brewing Company

We’re Eel River Brewing Company and we’ve blazed a trail in the craft brew industry over the past twenty years. Continuing our unfailing commitment to quality, taste and consistency is our diverse offerings of excellent craft beer. Much like the tenacious people who brew it, our beer is award-winning. Edgy. Different. Daring. Spirited. And you’re going to love it.

Reviewed By JoeandTeresa - Redding

Was a hard place to find, no signage to get there. Our server was Sadie. She was great, took the time to explain our questions about the menu. She very attentive to our table and had good suggestion for eats. We had the calamari strips with both the cocktail sauce and the marinara sauce. Did not know until we back to motel, but was charged for both sauces. Thought they came with the calamari. Service was great and the food was excellent. We will go there again for lunch.

5. Ridge Top Cafe and Coffee Barn

623 Fernbridge Dr, Fortuna, CA 95540-9738 Seating, Waitstaff, Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible Cafe Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch +1 707-786-3900
Excellent
45%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
12%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 16 reviews

Ridge Top Cafe and Coffee Barn

Reviewed By sandybeach818 - Ferndale, California

Ridge Top Cafe is right off Hwy 101 on the way to Ferndale. The restaurant is adorable; vintage old photos, country decor, wood floors with an old fashioned eating bar. The service is friendly and fairly quick, depending on how busy they are. They offer a delicious selection of breakfast and lunch choices that are available all day. Also there is a coffee bar that makes speciality drinks and delicious pastries, cookies and muffins.

I have been there a total of three times and haven't been disappointed...it's definitely worth the stop.

6. VI Restaurant & Bar

400 Ocean Ave, Victoria Inn, Ferndale, CA 95536 Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Parking Available, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards Steakhouse, American, Bar, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night SGD 13 - SGD 46 +1 707-786-4950
Excellent
60%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 267 reviews

VI Restaurant & Bar

Delicious Food for Everyone Located in the center of Ferndale, at Victorian Inn, VI Restaurant offers Pacific Northwest classics and innovative California cuisine. From our popular Smoked Salmon and Goat Cheese Ravioli to the mouth-watering Paella Portuguese, there is something for every culinary palette to enjoy. For lunch, try a traditional tavern sandwich, chopped salad, grilled house-made pizza or comforting artisan mac and cheese crock. At dinner, choose from an traditional game dishes including guest favorite Lemon Herb Roasted Half Chicken, mouth-watering steaks and filets, Antelope Short Ribs served Osso Buco style or Thai-style Barbequed Duck Breast served with coconut curry. Always at the top of the "Favorites" list are our .VI Restaurant allows guests to explore new standards of culinary creativity by our chefs, while providing a variety of traditional classics to delight your senses.

Reviewed By Larry K - Paris, France

We were pleasantly surprised by the food quality, service, and ambiance. There were ample choices for meat lovers, fish lovers, and vegetarians, and the quality of preparation was well above what one would expect outside of a large city. And the rapport between quality and price can not be faulted.

7. Ferndale Pie Company

543 Main St, Ferndale, CA 95536 Takeout, Seating, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards American, Cafe Breakfast, Lunch +1 707-786-4444
Excellent
61%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 83 reviews

Ferndale Pie Company

Reviewed By Sandy V - Kamloops, Canada

Late in the lunch time we appeared. The owner was most accommodating and pretty much insisted we get exactly what we wanted. Try the hotdog - we did! Well done with great fries. Although we didn't get any, the pies looked outstanding, with a homemade appearance.

8. Sweetness and Light

554 Main Street, Ferndale, CA Cafe
Excellent
84%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 12 reviews

(707) 786-4403

Reviewed By ParisFanaticKRS - Greenwood, Indiana

We stopped in Ferndale to visit the Victorian architecture which was absolutely incredible with all of the beautiful store fronts. This store happened to be a discovery and we all enjoyed indulging our sweet tooth. We had French raspberry truffles, chocolate mousse truffles, chocolate covered Oreos, and a chocolate covered cherry. Everyone enjoyed their treats!

9. Lost Coast Cafe

468 Main St, Ferndale, CA 95536 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible American, Cafe, Soups, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Breakfast, Brunch +1 707-786-5330
Excellent
91%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 69 reviews

Lost Coast Cafe

Reviewed By mysteryb - Tacoma, Washington

The owner cooks and came out from the kitchen to personally explain the dessert choices, then sat at another table to chat with regulars. This is the kind of tiny local spot where folks feel free to chime in on your dinner conversation, and yes, they are eavesdropping....

Homemade bread served with a fantastic dipping oil with roasted tomatoes and fresh herbs. My soup and pasta were fine - obviously made with very fresh produce. My husband's salad was a skip, but his polenta with puttenesca was insanely good! Desserts are simple (apple cobbler and gingerbread) but just like grandma made - worth saving room to indulge!

10. Double D Steak

320 Main St, Fortuna, CA 95540-1819 (Formerly Main Street Steak) Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Takeout, Highchairs Available, Accepts Credit Cards American, Steakhouse, Bar, Seafood Dinner SGD 20 - SGD 49 +1 707-725-3700
Excellent
57%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 34 reviews

Double D Steak

Fortuna's newest Steakhouse, seafood bar and grill. Open for dinner only. Full bar, cocktails, local beers on tap, domestic beers in the bottle, 30 different wines to choose from. Times Standard Choice Award winner for "Best Steak"

Reviewed By WLWilliams - Indianapolis, Indiana

Checked TripAdvisor and found this restaurant in Fortuna while spending the night nearby. Steak sounded good but when we got there they had so much more. In fact, we had so much food, we took much of it back to the hotel and had dinner...MoreThank you very much! So happy you enjoyed your dining experience at Double Ds! I will definately share this with Val as well! ?

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