Fog Eater Cafe
45104 Main St, Mendocino, CA
What to expect
Google Reviews
Hands done one of my favorite meals this year (and maybe the past 10 years). We sat at the counter and enjoyed wonderful service - and some great jokes - from the team at Fog eater. The Mac and cheese was divine. The seasonal small plate delighted, and it was a two way tie for most favorite dish. The gigante beans with grits and the seasonal pie were outstanding. The flavor combinations and presentation of the overall meal brought an actual tear to my eye. Thank you for hustling so hard, bringing such care to your ingredients and making your restaurant fun and welcoming.
This place is SO DELICIOUS — I can’t stress enough how the grits and gigante beans took my breath away. Absolutely incredible ! The atmosphere is incredibly cozy and the staff is kind, friendly, and helpful to boot. Probably the perfect restaurant ?? It was amazing to have so many options as a vegan. We loved it here and can’t wait to go back.
Charming & fun plant-based comfort fare: teeming with character (each crockery piece seems entirely distinctive), friendly service and a diverse yet reasonably-sized menu. Everything can be made vegan! Brunch is the stunner - Sunday only but please get the cornbread French toast. The desserts aren't too sweet, the flavours are innovative and above-average, and the portions are a good size.
This place was a grand slam of an experience. My wife and I were immediately both super impressed with the charm of this cafe. The mismatched salt and pepper shakers, fun and vibrant colors, Nancy Sinatra playing in the background, and the ice cream parlor feeling bar facing the small kitchen. I kept feeling like I was in a Wes Anderson movie. My fried blue oysters with mashed potatoes were absolutely wonderful and flavorful, and my wife’s pistachio crusted tofu was also unique and incredible. We even got pie for dessert (which we don’t normally do) and were again, extremely happy with our choice. The whipped cream on top was fluffy and not overly sweet, the crust was flaky, and the caramel drizzle was rich and delectable. We left, happy as two (vegetarian) clams, and as we walked away, captured the night time quaintness of this side street gem. Thank you so much for serving us our favorite meal on our honeymoon. Can’t wait to come back.
Wow!!! Such a beautiful experience. Everything we ordered was perfectly thought out and prepared: The salad was delicious, the hush puppies and the fried green tomatoes were so satisfying and bursting with flavour, and the fried mushrooms with mashed potatoes and greens were divine!! We also got a great orange wine and a white negroni, which were delightful and ended the meal with beignets. Four fried dishes, but all unique and non too heavy. The place itself is super cozy and inviting. It’s very clear that the owners are talented and have a clear vision. Would absolutely recommend and hope I can come again soon!