Arena Cove and spots beyond offer varied and interesting dining experiences. For those choosing to dine close to the inn there are a few casual spots in Point Arena. Venture north or south on the beautiful coast highway and you will find still more dining opportunities.
We have dined in all of the restaurants listed here and can
recommend them. On most weekends it is advisable to have reservations
for fine dining both north and south and we are happy to arrange that
for our guests, just call or email. The restaurants listed in More
Eateries are cool, informal spots, some serve dinner and most are good
choices for lunch.
Phoenix
is located on Main Street with a casual and comfortable atmosphere.
The chef, John makes delicious Italian entrees that are easy on the pocketbook
and beautiful to behold. The other half of the Phoenix duo
is Paula who makes
mouthwatering desserts, for which you will barely have room.
Her cobblers and brownies are fantastic.
The wine list here is short but well considered and tips the scale in favor of our
fine Mendocino vintages. Located in beautiful downtown Point Arena a mere three minute drive,
Visa and MasterCard accepted, open Wednesday through Sunday for dinner.
Arena Cove Bar and Grill
is a seafood house with an
awe-inspiring view of the lively activities at Arena Cove. Get the
literal bird's eye view of the pier, the fishing boats and jagged
cliffs plunging into the sea as you dine on fresh seafood, some caught
locally that day, or enjoy entrees from the grill. ACB&G has
a full bar where you can always get Mendocino brews on
tap. Every day finds colorful locals and visitors alike relaxing at the
historic 100 year old bar or gazing at the Pacific on the patio.
Located at Arena Cove, a 2-minute walk, Visa and MasterCard accepted,
open daily lunch and dinner.
Pizza and Cream
is just downstairs from the Bar and Grill down at the "Cove" and offers
pizza, ice cream, salads, pasta, beer and wine. Credit cards accepted, open daily.
Rollerville Cafe a comfortable place with a simple and delicious menu. They serve dinner only on Friday and Saturday nights, but they prepare a super prime rib as well as fish, steak and chicken specials. Located just north of Point Arena on the road to the Point Arena Lighthouse, wine and beer served, credit cards accepted.
Albion River Inn
features an acclaimed chef known for his elegant and original cuisine.
Spectacular ocean-view dining, full bar and extensive wine list.
In Albion, about 10 minutes south of Mendocino. Open nightly, all major cards accepted.
Pangaea offers lusty, zaftig, soulful food using local produce
bringing worldly creations to a funky and friendly environment in Gualala.
A pages and pages long wine list, they accept credit cards and are open
Wednesday through Sunday beginning at 5:30.
Top of the Cliff sits overlooking the Gualala River as it
flows into the Pacific. Continental full course dinners are provided in
a simple and accommodating style. In downtown Gualala, 20-minute drive,
all major credit cards accepted, open Thursday through Sunday.
St. Orres
is an interesting redwood structure reminiscent of a Russian orthodox
onion dome. It features quirky food presentations focusing on wild game
and fish, with some offerings for vegetarians. Price fixed menu, no
credit cards accepted. Just north of Gualala, 15-minute drive, open all
week.
The Record is housed in a lovely historic Victorian on Main Street offering eye-popping organic and locally grown produce, baked goods, cheeses and delicious sandwiches, great for a portable picnic.
Carlini's Cafe the Point Arena Main Street diner near the theater, open for lunch and breakfast.
El Burrito an organic taqueria with beer and wine on Main Street open until 7 pm.
Laura's Bakery and Taqueria have to love this one; real Mexican, real fresh and real yummy, to eat in or to take-out in Gualala (20 minutes south).
Bones is Texas barbeque, good side dishes, plenty of atmosphere in Gualala.
Redwood Grill something for everyone, prime rib, burgers and fish & chips in Anchor Bay (15 minutes south).
Queenie's Roadhouse Cafe nice place to grab a wholesome lunch if you are in Elk (20 minutes north).
Bridget Dolan's bangers and mash and Guinness on tap in Elk, they only do dinner.