4. Restaurants

Cafe Beaujolais

961 Ukiah St, Mendocino, CA, 95460
  • (707) 937-5614
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  • Matthew G.

    On our little getaway for my wife's birthday, we decided to make our "main event" meal happen at Cafe Beaujolais, since it is essentially the highest-rated restaurant in the area (even though we knew it is also one of the most expensive.) I have to say, I'm not sure it is deserving of that accolade and, considering the pricetag, I was somewhat underwhelmed. The atmosphere and ambiance are nice, being a cozy and well-decorated interior of an old house; however, the seating is a bit cramped, and our choices were basically to be right in the middle of all the foot traffic in the center of the room, or a corner table that was literally back-to-back with another diner's seat; we chose the latter, since at least we wouldn't have to worry about elbows or food spills. We had already been debating about where to eat, and had looked online at reviews, menus, and photos people had taken. All of the above made Cafe Beaujolais the winner, but I feel like it was false advertising: 1) I love seared ahi tuna, and order it pretty much whenever I can. From the pictures I saw, it looked pretty good here, and was one of the main reasons we decided to come. I was very disappointed by what it turned out to be -- to the point that I actually sent the dish ($17) back to the kitchen without even eating any of it (I have actually never sent a dish back in my life; this was the first time ever.) When they set the platter on the table, the appearance was okay, but the pungent odor of a fish monger was wafting up to my nostrils. I thought maybe it was my imagination, or the preparation -- maybe the sauce was playing tricks on me, because I have never ordered seared ahi and had it served to me with a "fishy" smell, other than the cooked-tuna smell from the outside rim; I've ordered it probably 40 times in the past several years, and it has never had an "old fish" smell to it. Seared ahi is basically raw fish, so you certainly want it to be fresh; it's essentially sushi, and you expect it to be sushi-grade. I tasted the sauce -- no, nothing strange there. It was the fish -- the center, raw part of the fish which should smell like raw tuna; in this case, it was starting to smell a little bit like a carcass washed up at a harbor. To have your first dish of the meal be so blatantly un-fresh (to the point that I feared food poisoning if I were to eat it) was certainly off-putting, to say the least. The waitress seemed shocked that we were sending it back. She offered to bring a replacement one, but I didn't trust any of their ahi at that point, so I went without an appetizer (wife opted for the heirloom tomato gazpacho instead, which seemed decent... I am no fan of cucumber, and the dish seemed mostly to be pureed cucumber, but if that's what you dig then you would like it...) 2) The other main draw for me was the duck two ways; I like a good duck platter, and I rarely get to eat it. All of the pictures I had seen people post online had looked so hearty and delicious. The reality was a bit more anemic. The waitress asked how I wanted it cooked, and I asked if they had a recommendation (sometimes they have a "best served as" sort of recommendation); she didn't really have one, so I ended up opting for medium, thinking "that's pink in the middle, right? Should be a safe halfway point" (all of the photos I had seen online showed medium to medium-rare breast slices). Well, apparently not. They cooked it to at least medium-well -- not a hint of pink or tender in sight. In addition, the duck breast slices and overall portion were about HALF as much meat as I had seen posted in not one, but two different photos of the dish online. The spaetzle and sauce were very tasty, and the duck breast itself wasn't bad, but not nearly as hearty or juicy as I had been expecting it to be. 3) My wife's sturgeon dish was much better, with fresh-tasting fish and very nicely cooked (slightly crisp sear on the outside, very tender and juicy in the middle), and served with tasty homemade tagliatelle. A winner. 4) Since we got no drinks (and I had no appetizer), we had room for dessert. The coconut cream pie looked good (and it was!) We ordered that and, since the waitress said they felt bad about the ahi tuna (maybe the kitchen staff had finally stopped to smell it and realize it was off?), they comped the dessert. I felt like that was a nice, professional thing to do -- we really weren't making a stink (only the ahi was), and hadn't asked for anything like that, so for them to offer it up automatically was a bit redeeming (I gave the waitress 20% tip because of that gesture and I also give one extra star to this review.) There were hints of good things and possibilities here, but given the rave reviews and fairly high pricetags, I did expect better. I might give this place another try at some point, but not before trying all of the other nicer-end restaurants in the area (Victorian Dining Room, Ukiah 955, and Mendo Bistro on the list)

    (2)

  • E M.

    This is my favorite restaurant in Mendocino. The food and service are great. Worth checking out for sure!

    (5)

  • Christine P.

    Food was so good! Had an amazing dining experience there! Would definitely eat there again if in the area. You must make reservations in advance.

    (5)

  • Thomas S.

    My wife and I have eaten here a number of times and have had some memorable meals. But, our latest meal was just ok. The bread basket was outstanding and we anticipated a great dinner would follow. My wife had an excellent goat cheese salad and I had the bean soup. The soup lacked flavor and was oddly paired with olives - strange combination. My Alaska halibut had great flavor, if somewhat dry and overdone. The beet risotto was excellent. My wife had the escargot for her main course and they arrived cold. The waitress took them back and returned with a "fresh dish." This time it was hot, but overdone and flavorless. Our waitress seemed to lack interest in us or our meal. She never asked once how we liked the dishes, if she could bring us something more, etc. The place was crowded, even during the off-season so they are doing enough things right. Our tab was $115 for one entree, three appetizers and a couple of glasses of wine. We will be back, but will long for the quality experience we used to have.

    (3)

  • Nicole W.

    A quaint French restaurant to enjoy a quiet dinner with your spouse. The staff is very accommodating and sincere (at times there was a little too much yelling from the kitchen). The soup de jour was a lentil, which was delicious- especially with the variety of fresh baked breads provided for the table. My entree was the sturgeon, which was very tender (despite me asking them to cook it thoroughly). The sauce was rich without being creamy. We had a nice table next to the window, which let us enjoy the fuchsia plants outside. We were too full, but I would have liked to try to coconut pie on the dessert menu! Restaurant is a small space- reservations recommended (can do through their website).

    (4)

  • robert o.

    This was our last dinner in Mendocino. Unfortunately it was a big disappointment. We were here a few years ago and it was amazing. We had the beet salad and Brussels sprouts. The salad tasted like canned beets and lacked flavor. The Brussels sprouts were cold and extremely greasy. I had the filet and my husband had the duck done 2 ways. My filet was okay but lacked flavor or any seasoning. The duck was inedible. The breast was well done and mushy. The server was very pleasant and was the highlight of the night.

    (1)

  • Rita Y.

    There are only 2 restaurants I enjoy dining at in Mendocino - MacCallum House and Cafe' Beaujolais. We had a nice meal and with enough food that we had to skip dessert. Our server was pleasant. I had the salmon which I asked to cook more on the rare side, but it wasn't quite rare and but thankfully not overdone otherwise it'd be too dry. Hubby had the duck 2 ways - confit and breast but thought the confit was too dry. The restaurant is popular even after all these years. Across the street you can go cemetery trolling if you're feeling adventurous after dinner.

    (3)

  • Wal B.

    We had a terrific meal here. My wife had salad greens with goat cheese to start followed by salmon with mango salsa on coconut rice. I had gazpacho followed by sturgeon on freshly-made fettuccine noodles in a broth with vegetables. We shared panacotta with berries for dessert. Both our meals were delicious. Highly recommended! This meal was much better and less expensive than the meal that we had the following night at MacCallum House!

    (5)

  • Cindi W.

    Oh this place is so good and reasonably priced for Mendocino. The ambiance is fine and the staff excellent. Hubby had a pork chop and I had the best clam chowder, seriously good. we really had such a nice experience. we will return

    (4)

  • Evelyn R.

    This was a bit of a surprise. This is an excellent French-style restaurant in Mendocino. Nice intimate environment, welcoming host, and excellent food - try the deep fried Brussels sprouts - yummy ! A tad expensive, but with it.

    (4)

  • Kim L.

    duck was delicious, and the filet mignon was cooked nicely. Very homey feel to this restaurant, nicest place for miles.

    (4)

  • Jennifer M.

    Excellent food I went back twice.

    (5)

  • Eccomarco N.

    They probably deserve 5 stars. A nice upscale restaurant with very nice staff. We ate here about 15 years ago. I tried to make a reservation but you leave a recording and they'll return your call. I left two messages but cell phone coverage is so bad that I missed the call backs. Hence no reservation. We weren't local so we showed up at 6pm and took a chance. After a few excuses we got a table. I should have looked at the menu before. The menu has changed to what I call healthy. I'm a meat and potatoes guy and not great with vegetables. There's very little for me to pick from. I've never heard of kale caesar salad. To be fare good food but not my style.

    (4)

  • Jennifer M.

    Cozy and warm atmosphere, top notch service, excellent food, great wine - not much else to say - this is a must try if you are staying in or near Mendocino and want to do a nice dinner out.

    (5)

  • Cynthia N.

    One of the places I've ate at in Mendocino! Small romantic place with character. Service was amazing! We ended with a bit of a wait for our reservation but the Host made it right by providing us comp. desserts and checked in on us at the end of our meal. Great service that was over our expectations. The beet salad was amazing- simple yet divine and light! The soft cheese and dressing was yummy!! The steak with foie gras butter was one of the best steaks I've had. Tender and juicy and the butter was just amazing! Literally made me do a little dance while eating every piece! Mary's chicken was cooked perfectly. The skin was perfectly crispy and season well! Will def. be back for another memorable meal! Great place and food was amazing!!

    (5)

  • Omar J.

    The food was so good.. and the service was impeccable. Everything that we ordered was delicious. My only issue was the tiramisu. They put way too much coco powder on top and it was all you could taste. Other then that small hiccup everything was amazing. I ordered the chicken breast with risotto and my partner ordered the filet mignon....

    (5)

  • Kelly C.

    Decided to go here based on lots of great Yelp reviews. Hey, you guys hit this right on since we saw lots of 5 red stars. We had the Seared French Foie Gras Crispy Panisse, Wild Honeycomb, Cherry Reduction and then the Togarashi Seared Hawaiian AhiMango Salad, Wasabi Vinaigrette. Soy Reduction, Ginger Gastrique for starters. Wow. Just wow. We loved the Wasabi so much with the Ahi. And the Foie Gras was so tasty--it just took an extra minute or two for the honey to melt. First world problems, I guess. For our main course we had the lamb and the duck two ways. Wow again. Both super delicious. Not a single complaint. Of course, we were full after the starters so we have some snacks for later. Service was excellent. Very nice ambience. Attentive server. We picked an affordable bottle of wine that we finished off without a problem. We liked it enough...we are going back again tomorrow night with a friend for more! We should try a dessert and one of their wine drinks! By the way, overheard a neighboring table unhappy that their Caesar was with Kale and asked for Romaine and were quickly accommodated. That's the beauty of dining where they have an actual chef.

    (5)

  • Rem S.

    The food is amazing and our server worked graciously with our daughter's numerous food allergies. She was able to eat gluten-free, dairy free, no cilantro or parsley, tomatoes or carrots, and still have exceptionally delicious gourmet food. Though our large group had to be divided into two tables for my father's 80th-birthday celebration, we had a lovely time and could carry on conversation with all of the 5 people at our own table. The interior is lovely and the wines were excellent. Beware of the candles in the entryway should you need to wait for your table; they were perfectly positioned to singe my adult daughter's hair, even after we noticed their awkward placement.

    (5)

  • Paul F.

    The beet salad was really good, delicate and tasty. Personally I think the polenta and cheese was unnecessary - the beets, greens, and tarragon vinaigrette complement each other perfectly well. The duck two ways was exquisite, it's incredibly rare that I've tasted duck done so well. The sturgeon was good too, but couldn't compete with just how good the duck was! Finishing the meal with the special chocolate bread pudding was perfect. All in all, one of the best meals I've had in the US.

    (5)

  • Edie S.

    An excellent restaurant in the heart of Mendocino. Beaujolais has been a mainstay on the North Coast for decades. It's great to see it has not lost its luster. We enjoyed fabulous, fresh crab cakes and crisp Brussel sprouts as appetizers. The filet mignon was tender, tasty, and cooked just right. Staff was attentive and friendly. We look forward to a return trip.

    (4)

  • robert j.

    One of my wife's and I favorite restaurant on the Planet! No kidding. When in Mendocino for our yearly week long stay, we frequent multiple times, breakfast, lunch, & dinner. Everything they make is ......superbly prepared! It's a gourmet aficionados delight! Enjoy! Rob & Debra Jaron

    (5)

  • Robert N.

    The chef carries the day.For years the restaurant has consistently prepared excellent meals.However,I would be remiss in not saying that the service is average.This is not meant to hurt feelings because the the wait staff are pleasant enough.The problem is that the profession of waiter is becoming non existent. There is clearly no formal training .I was tempted not to tip for the wine service, completely.Wine is the biggest money maker for the restaurant .Where the wheels fell off,or better put, there were no wheels, was that after you order the wine you assume the role of self servicing yourself. Hopefully, the restaurant ownership will read this and spend some effort keeping the place open with some training.

    (3)

  • Lisa D.

    Three kinds of homemade bread. Empasis on local, wild harvested foods. Salmon cooked to perfection. Two way duck, amazing. Coconut pie was pretty good, but the tiramisu was truly special. We will definitely be back!

    (5)

  • Elaine N.

    Charming old-fashioned French restaurant located in the historic town of Mendocino. At first glanced, I thought this restaurant was a bed & breakfast inn. So tiny and tidy. Started off with a toast of sparkling champagne and salad. Onto our main entrees of Petaluma duck confit with Spätezle to slightly grilled salmon embedded with risotto and asparagus. The meal was subtle and decent. Portion size was minimal. Hard to say I was mind blown with their French cuisine. Maybe I've been too spoiled with French dining experienced that my expectation was too high for this place. Just maybe...

    (3)

  • Steve A.

    We had some trepidation about coming here, after reading some pretty negative reviews on Yelp. But it's famous, it's in a beautiful building, and we were in town for a week, so decided to try it. Dinner on a week night was quite full---glad we made a reservation. Very nice decor, a bit formal, but service was very nice and helpful. I had the pork chop, and my wife had the chicken breast. Both were very good: pork was flavorful, tender and juicy. My wife's chicken was good, but the risotto it was served on was even better. Portions were quite large, and since we also had appetizers and dessert, we ate too much, took some home with us, and staggered out. (PS- the much-vaunted coconut cream pie was overrated in my opinion; coconut crust was an overdose of coconut, and the whole thing was just OK.) We decided to go back for lunch another day, when it was less crowded and we could see out the windows, and we loved that. Service was even nicer, probably because there weren't that many diners at 1:30 pm. I had the duck leg confit, and my wife had the nicoise salad. Both were delicious, and very inexpensive for the amount of food. We weren't overstuffed at the end, but very satisfied.

    (5)

  • Lauren M.

    Wow! This place blew us away! Came here after a long time and stumbled upon this place from yelp. The service was great and the food was outstanding! They make the bread fresh in the restaurant and the short rib sandwich was to die for! The crab cakes were delicious. We split both between two people and were very satisfied. You must stop here if you are in Mendocino. It's a hidden gem!

    (5)

  • Bonnie S.

    We had an excellent meal on Sunday night. We shared the ahi tuna appetizer with a creamy wasabi dressing and mango - wow! Then we shared the grilled sturgeon with a reduced truffle sauce, roasted beets and wild mushrooms- amazing. We added flash fried Brussels sprouts, also great. We split a lava cake with vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce. One of the best meals we've ever had.

    (5)

  • John M.

    I have had meals as good as this, but I've never had a better meal anywhere. I started with the butter braised beets, which were garnished with small greens, polenta and herb cheese, with a tarragon vinaigrette dressing. This was the best beet salad I have had anywhere. First of all, it was not tiny, and since I was a lone diner it was nice not to race through a little salad and just sit there awaiting the main course. The crispy polenta sat like a small top hat on top of the beets, and it was just delicious. The main course was a broiled wild salmon served with brown rice pilaf, julienned squash and a balsamic grape sauce. Excellent! All of the flavors complemented each other perfectly, but I could have had the grape sauce for dessert it was so good. With dinner I had a recommended chardonnay (name forgotten), but it went very well with dinner. I rarely have dessert, but since everything else was so good, I didn't want to leave this restaurant. So, I had the tiramisu with coffee creme anglaise. Wow! Again, the portion was very generous. If my wife had been with me, we could have shared it, but don't you do it. Every bite was totally delicious. Instead of coffee, I had a port to close out the most delightful dinner I have had in many years. Vive cafe beaujolais!

    (5)

  • Sean B.

    This place was a big disappointment. It was our splurgy meal in Mendocino and we should have just ordered a pizza. First of all, this is not a French restaurant. It's a California restaurant with French influence. I had the crab cakes that were served at barely room temp. The crab tasted like it came out of a can. I almost sent it back, which I never do. I was also confused by the crispy Asian noodles on top, they did not add to the flavor and seemed more gimmick than anything else. My wife had the black bean soup which was more of a chili. It was okay, nothing special, but why was it on the menu at a supposedly French restaurant? Starters were weak at best. For mains I had the duck two ways and my wife had the salmon. The salmon was the best part of the meal. It was well cooked and tasted lovely. My duck was nothing to write home about. It was an incredibly small serving of thinly sliced breast and a tiny confit leg. The breast was maybe 3 ounces and was at most half of one half of the breast. I cook duck all the time and I have had real magret de canard in southern France and Paris, Cafe Beaujolais did not hold a candle to what I cook and was not even close to what I have had in France. Way overpriced for mediocre food. The service was horrendous. It was slow and I felt they ignored us. We are on the younger side and were not dressed especially fancy so maybe that was why they ignored us. Whatever the reason, the service was cold and poor. The glass of wine I had for $15 was, as the French would say, "merde." Tasted like a $10 bottle of supermarket wine. Conclusion, this place is resting on their laurels. Maybe it used to be good, but by my standards it was mediocre to poor. And for the money, it was just a waste. I was not terribly impressed with the restaurant scene in Mendo, but I would definitely have skipped this place with what I know now. Overpriced, shit service, and boring food. Pass.

    (2)

  • Holly E.

    Cafe B needs a jolt - or to retire. Have spent many a special dinner at Cafe B and mountains of money here over the years. This place was magical over a decade ago, but during the past decade each time we visit we are increasingly let down. Because we enjoyed so many wonderful meals here in the earlier years we keep giving it a chance. Don't think, however, we'll be back. The service was very good. The host(ess) was great, friendly, relaxed and our server wonderful. But the food - starting with a lackluster (and frozen-tasting) shrimp appetizer - followed by our entrees - my ho-hum salmon was sided with heavy, tasteless risotto - concluded with an uneventful coconut pie thing, was all sort of dreary. The wine mark ups are on the high side (am fine with restaurant wine prices to a point - having owned a restaurant and being a wine salesperson), but I did the pouring of that wine after the first glass (we bought two bottles). It seemed that everyone in the restaurant was out of town or having a special occasion (i.e. - not locals), and we felt that tourist-centric energy this time in a way we never felt before. Wasn't going to actually write a review, but our dinner at Trillium the next night kicked Cafe B to the curb and in writing that review realized I needed to say something more about Mendo's most famous food spot.

    (2)

  • Jessica N.

    Love love love this!!! Had an amazing lunch with my husband and enjoyed a delicious duck confit app and a short rib sandwich with a wonderful horseradish creme fraiche. Wonderful service.

    (5)

  • Kevin H.

    We were looking for a nice restaurant on our way to Mendocino. We were a bit hesitant for all the bad reviews of its service. Our experience was great. The server was very nice and attentive. The food was great as well. The deco looks nice and peaceful like a mini French cafe.

    (5)

  • Jana C.

    There is a lot of love happening here at the restaurant named after one of my fave drinkable red wines, young off the vine: Beaujolais. Chef Moss sold her restaurant around 2002 and then UNDER LOYAL CUSTOMERS BOUGHT IT FROM HER AND HELD IT, ALL THE WHILE WAITING TO COURT THE RIGHT PROPRIETOR TO CONTINUE BRINGING EXCELLENT FOOD TO MENDO. pause. Who has ever heard of that? Chef DelaMonica, now going on his 7th yr here, has a lotta luv for cooking, for the beautiful transformed cottage-y craftsman cum restaurant inside and outside, for one. There is heaps of love between these two lucky diners for dinner recently, and there is a ton of love for the experience of perfectly served food. First off, an aperitif of Lillet Rouge! I haven't had that liqueur since Plum in Uptown Oakland. Nice and sweet. His was a super drinkable Marlborough Sauvignon, crisp and clean. Crab cakes for starters. Great color and presentation, everything here from scallions to red cabbage to pea sprouts, and fried vermicelli and this great pea-colored vinaigrette to accompany very fresh crab cakes. Then the basket of bread: multigrain, sourdough, and rye. Crust and crunch on the bread could be better, and the bread is not served warm, but nonetheless, gobble worthy:) Mains of king salmon and roasted root veg, bathed in a light sauce. Mine a gorgeously cooked sturgeon filet with tagliatelle, beets, wild mushrooms, also with a delicious sauce. So, so good. Interior done delicate and clean. Super romantic lighting, upstairs seating also for patrons. Tables are small and space is cozy, but not too terribly tight. I did spot a few tables that wouldn't gel with the last sentence I just wrote, though. Entrees run about $30-35. Apps $10-17, and drinks about $10 or so. Bookmarked as stellar. PS we came by the next morning to its adjacent Brickery bread place to buy a loaf of Sunday only specialty Herbed Stirato for $4.25. That was also satisfying to have in Philo.

    (5)

  • Arun N.

    Nothing that others have not mentioned - so thanks for recommending this place. Thanks for recommending the duck 2 ways. Thanks for recommending the beets salad. Thanks for recommending the crab cakes!! The service was excellent - courteous, not too quick and not slow. Wine selection was great. Thanks for recommending coconut creme pie - real coconut? Not from freezer or transported from Asia! Coffee was so great that it kept me going almost non stop from the restaurant to Bay Area...the shortest time record ever!!! Give it a try!!!

    (4)

  • Stacie M.

    Hmmmmm. I just don't know Cafe Beaujolais.... We had a reservation and still had to wait a bit to be seated. Although it was very kind to be entertained with a glass of bubbly in the meantime. Service was good. Food was fine. I guess I was just expecting more. Especially based on the pricing! People seem to rave about the sturgeon. It was OK. I sure wouldn't get it again. Would I return? Sure. It's a cute little romantic spot.. But if I'm bringing friends I'd probably take them over to Macullum.

    (3)

  • William H.

    How do I start ... let's see 50+ adult guests from several countries and US states , 10 children with varying tastes in food, and one comment - AMAZING food and service. My wife, Angie (as of Saturday, May 9th) and I celebrated our pre wedding "rehearsal" dinner at Cafe Beaujolais on Friday, May 8th. Since we asked people to come from so far for our big day we wanted to treat them well. We chose this venue as it was the first place we ate on our first visit to Mendocino ... it carries great sentimental value for us. But could they handle a group of our size and provide the same great experience to our guests? Definitely. David and his team were amazing in how they treated our guests and delivered on their promise. Feeding a group our size at one time can tax on anyone but David feverishly worked in the kitchen while our group partied in the dining area ... several of our guests requested to talk to him as their food was in their words "awesome." It wasn't until our final deserts were arriving before I could get David out of the kitchen. David allowed Angie and I to customize a menu for the day ... full of what was freshest and in season. We added numerous items to our menu and each was terrific. The Australian Rack of Lamb was amazing, the Gulf Prawns with Burnt Orange Beurre Blanc plentiful and prepared perfectly and he added back the Olive Oil Waffle with Strawberries and Peppered Ice Cream to round out our Dessert options. We appreciate the service of his team ... quick to attend to an empty glass or assist with additional needs. Thanks for making our day a great one! Best regards, Bill and Angie

    (5)

  • David K.

    It had been about 20 years since my last meal at Café Beaujolais. There was no Yelp when I was last there, but I would have given it 5 stars then, and I certainly can give it 5 stars today. We had a celebratory birthday dinner last weekend, and every course was perfect. We started with a roasted corn soup, and tomato gazpacho, both fresh and excellent. The rack of lamb was succulent and delicious, though my husband thought it was a bit closer to rare than the medium-rare that we'd ordered. The sweet potato gnocchi with fresh peas and green beans was also delicious. Ok, so some would say that Lava cake is trite, but when it's done right, it's delicious, and Café Beaujolais did it right. Add to this a lovely bottle of Black Kite Anderson Valley Pinot Noir from the extensive wine list, and our only regret is that we live too far way to be regular customers.

    (5)

  • Jed d.

    We had a wonderful lunch here. The service was great. We've had more expensive meals here in Mendocino. It's nice to be able to have a lunch that is worth the cost. We shared duck confit, spinach salad, cheese plate and the soup of the day.

    (4)

  • Brittany W.

    We were very happy they let us have a last minute reservation on a Saturday evening. It was our first day in Mendocino and we wanted to splurge on some yummy food. I had the butter braised beets and the sturgeon and bf had the meatball soup and the organic chicken breast. Everything was perfectly cooked and delicious. Service was good and the restaurant was very cute and romantic.

    (5)

  • Chase C.

    Best meal in Mendo. Attentive, knowledgable and pleasant staff. Great food and wine. And they allow half glasses of wines served by the glass. Why on earth is this the exception rather than the norm? Lovely music and setting.

    (5)

  • Kai T.

    I'm not sure the hype on this place...maybe because of the limited options for dining in town? Anyways, my biggest recommendation is to skip this and go to Wild Fish ( yelp.com/biz/wild-fish-l… ) in Little River instead (just don't get too crowded for our next visit! haha). Anyways, we came here because my mom loves their cookbook and I know it has a great reputation. I wanted to love this place for its history and how quaint and beautiful it is but that's pretty much where it stopped. Ok let's start with the good. Adorable ambiance and my boyfriend (not me...bread snob here!) loved the bread. Ok onto reality. We were in town for crab week and I read a few places that they would have a special addition of crab items on the menu but all they had were their regular crab cakes so we were all pretty bummed. Onto the food which was the biggest issue. *Crab Cakes - granted i'm a crab purist and don't love crab cakes but it wasn't the crab cakes that didn't work. It's all the toppings they put on it, it's klunky and didn't enhance or marry the flavors at all. It felt like a random slaw with big noodles thrown next to the crab cakes and didn't go together. *Fried Brussel Sprouts - Subpar, we did get some of the crunchy leaves but otherwise it almost just tasted steam on the inside and didn't do much for us. Still a ok dish though. *Pork Chop - Dad ordered this and the pork had no flavor at all and was super dry. What a bummer for such a nice piece of meat! It looked devine but tasted like nothing. The only thing on his plate that was good was his polenta. I could have eaten a huge bowl of that and been satisfied. *Tempeh - Mom ordered this, the coconut sauce was good but they just don't give you enough of it for the dish. I'm not familiar with eating tempeh so I'll skip my comments on that but that plate needed a lot more sauce *Duck two ways. Duck was cooked well but had very little flavor (salt people!), the sauce was good but you only get a small dotting of it. The spatzle was flavorless...did they salt the sauce? And the WORST garden greens I've ever had. It did not taste sauteed, it tasted boiled and then thrown into a saute pan for a moment and then dropped on the plate. Basically tasted like boiled unseasoned spinach. It was so watered down that it squirted out water when i bit into it and it leaked fluid all over my plate so the sauce for the duck got watered down and the "crispy" duck was soggy underneath. *In addition to all of this, EVERYTHING needed salt but they don't have shakers on the table and our waitress was hard to catch during our eating time. The only saving grace was our amazing waitress who was kind and welcoming to us and the coconut cream pie.

    (2)

  • Tom S.

    Expected it to be a little better, might be surviving off of their past reputation. Staff was pretty good, 2 out of 4 meals were good, 2 out of 4 were pretty weak, especially and surprisingly the Bouillabaisse. Bread was also somewhat mediocre.

    (3)

  • John W.

    We were in Mendocino for the first time during the week of April 6th, 2015 (25th wedding anniversary). We had dinner here on the first evening and could not have been more impressed! The food was outstanding and the service beyond compare. We had a great bottle of wine, something we haven't heard of. It's a small, intimate place that was just the ticket!

    (5)

  • Leyna V.

    What makes Cafe Beaujolais so good? Excellent food and beautiful location. I am absolutely in love with Mendocino and was so excited to have found this restaurant on my trip to Mendocino in July. Restaurant is surrounded by beautiful gardens, it reminds me of a vintage house that has been converted into a restaurant (not sure if that was the case....but it just looks that way). Right next to Cafe Beaujolais is a bread bakery where they make fresh bread daily and served at Cafe Beaujolais. My sweetie and I enjoyed walking in the gardens prior to our dinner just exploring the beautiful surroundings. We did not make reservations, we showed up around 5pm...we were one of the first customers there, shortly after...many more arrived. The restaurant itself is small and intimate, we were seated next to a window overlooking the gardens, it couldn't have been more perfect. Our server was an older woman who did not seem very outgoing...it was difficult to make conversations with her because she did not seem interested...she was very disconnected and seem as if she hated her job...which was fairly sad because we are pretty outgoing people and we enjoy the interaction. The Hostress came by our table a couple of times to check on us...which was really nice...she seemed a lot more friendly and outgoing. We ended up tipping her on our way out. Now, for the important part. The FOOD! They had a special going on for the music festival in town so they offered 3-course menu to include, salad or soup, entree and dessert. I ordered the Heriloom tomato salad which good but typical, for entree I ordered the Pan roasted sturgeon fillet with house made tagliatelle and for dessert I had the Chocolate lava cake. The Pan roasted fillet with tagliatelle was excellent! Never had this dish before and completely fell in love with it. My other half ordered the duck two ways, I had some and it was perfectly done...amazing! Full of flavors and the portion was just perfect. Our second trip here was in November of 2012, we got engaged in Mendocino in early November and celebrated with the most perfect dinner at Cafe Beaujolais. Shortly after, we came back to Mendocino in February of this year and had a meeting with Chef David...we are so excited to have Cafe Beaujolais cater for our wedding in Mendocino this year. We are both foodie and we are so excited we have found the perfect restaurant and perfect menu for our wedding. Cafe Beaujolais is a MUST try if you are ever in Mendocino or just passing through. :)

    (5)

  • Stacey C.

    The setting is cute in a house surrounded by garden. Inside the simple decor and cozy tables is unassuming and relaxed. Our hostess and server were on top of their game all evening - certainly no problem with service. The bottle of wine we had, Mary Edwards, Sauvignon Blanc was a good suggestion as it was one of the few things that evening that didn't offend my palette. I had read previous reviews and knew this was going to be touch and go but upon arriving for our anniversary on a Monday night we had very little choice of where to eat and we thought we'd take a chance. My crab cakes had a lot of potential, the crab meat was fresh and they lay in a tasty sauce. They were however stone cold and so they were rubbery on the outside instead of crisp. The portion was huge for a appetizer and it was topped with these crisp asian noodles which seemed like they'd been dropped there without much thought as they were certainly unnecessary. My mushroom and butternut squash risotto was very unusual. Mixed into the pile of risotto was what I assume to be grizzled collard greens. I nearly choked on one as it was too tough to bite through. They really didn't need to be in there. To rectify the situation I pulled them all out and put them on the side where there should have been if they were even appropriate for a delicate dish like risotto. On top of my risotto there was also a large pile of deep friend turnip or beet which had gone a bit limp. I think it was an overdose of a garnish and it really took away from the dish. Underneath all that unnecessary guck was in fact risotto which did taste nice but I really had to dig and arrange it to find my dinner and I'd had so many unpleasant surprises along the way I'd pretty much decided to give up. My husband had a beet salad which was the winner this evening - it was light, fresh, well prepared and executed. His main was an over-cooked pork chop but it was in a tasty sauce with some well prepared side vegetables. We had the trio of sorbet for dessert which saved the dinner as they were all lovely. That array of flavours with the biscuits they were served with was very complimentary. Overall, disappointing. I think a few dishes tend to do well here but it sounds like an awful of of things on the menu really aren't that great. Choose your food wisely, this is a foodie minefield!

    (2)

  • Ephraim B.

    Summary: Good, but not as special as the yelp reviews made it sound. I won't be back. Pros: - located in a nice little house in Mendocino - reasonably priced Cons: - they've tried to fit in too many tables, so I was constantly being bumped by waitstaff and other patrons - food good but not great - disorganized service. For example, they didn't ask me how I wanted my meat cooked, but they asked the people seated next to me. Plus they spent more time clearing and setting tables than waiting on current customers.

    (2)

  • Steven D.

    We really enjoyed our meal at Cafe Beaujolais. The Sturgeon was fantastic and the grilled Salmon special was delicious. We highly recommend this restaurant.

    (5)

  • David S.

    Just finished dinner at Cafe Beaujolais ten minutes ago and had to get this review out of my system. In a word; FABULOUS. Having had breakfast and lunch today all we could handle was a main course, desert and a bottle of wine from Mendocino County. We had the filet and independently rated it as the best tasting and most tender piece of beef we had ever tasted, and that covers a lot of territory since we have both been eating out and eating well for more than 60 years. The desserts were excellent as well; creme brulee with fresh berries and whipped cream, and flourless molten chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream. The servers were attentive and knowledgeable and the Chef has many reasons to be proud. My only problem is how to come up here for dinner and still get home to San Francisco to sleep in our own beds after.

    (5)

  • Alexander G.

    This place is amazing. Had a salad and cup of their "soup of the day", which was a really good corn soup. For dessert was the best coconut cream pie I've ever had, so far anyway. I am an aficionado of coconut cream pies; it's my favorite. Overall, as good as it gets!

    (5)

  • Chris M.

    The Sturgeon dish was awesome and our waitress was very nice and the Coconut Cream pie was great - and that's where the good part of my review ends. What sucked was the "Award winning crab cakes" the crab meat was the cheap leg meat from the orient and was bland. The escargot was killed "overcooked" by their broiler which melted the cheese on top until it bleed out it's oils into the 1/4 cup of clarified butter in which the rubbery snails were swimming. The fillet Mignon was a nightmare. We ordered it Medium and got a steak that was very well done and half the size of the one the guy next to us received.

    (3)

  • Alesia T.

    Like most businesses in Mendocino, the property is essentially a house transformed into a restaurant. When you first walk in, you're almost unsure if you've walked into the vestibule of someone's home, but at second glance you see the host's podium and your embarrassment is spared. I had their famous sturgeon and learned I'm not a fan even when it is perfectly cooked. I did, however, enjoy the sauce and the sides (beets and pasta) that came with it. The boyfriend cleaned his duck dish. He also liked their fillet mignon tartare served with a raw quail egg and bits of minced garlic, but recommends sharing that one. Raw egg, raw steak? That's a whole lot of raw... He liked this place so much--and I wanted to give them one more chance--we came back here for lunch the very next day. This time I had their Cesar salad with ahi tuna. The extra four dollars you pay for the ahi amounted to four tiny slivers of tuna. A little meek in my opinion. -1 star. The boyfriend on the other hand, ordered their beef rib sandwich with melted brie. It was HUGE and served with a nice portion of fries. What I did like here was their "well water" and their house-made rustic bread.+1 I also liked how everything had a bit of homemade touch and feel to it; perfect for the atmosphere. +1 Their service was impeccable, and Jenny, thank you for the free tastings. +1 Sadly, my experience with the entrées did not equate with others.

    (3)

  • Denise N.

    I wanted to like this place. I did. But alas, I did not. If you like overly butter-saturated everything, with a side of too much cream - then 'bon appetit.' Priced such that you think your splurging on fine dining - but trust me, this place is rough round the edges. Look elsewhere.

    (2)

  • Janey A.

    We had New Year's Eve dinner at Cafe Beaujolais. They had a special menu for New Year's eve. I had the roasted red beets to start with with baby arugula and goat cheese. I'd rate this a 3 out of 5. It was tasty, but there was a big chunk of goat cheese on top which was a bit hard to separate and eat with the greens...also, not too many beets. For the entree, I had the salmon. It was a nice chunk, but nothing especially remarkable about the preparation. This is also a 3 out of 5. For dessert, I had the chocolate pot with candied bacon. This was more cakey than other chocolate pots that I've had. Also a 3 out of 5. The service was really just okay, which is a bit disappointing for a New Year's Eve meal.

    (3)

  • Thu S.

    I can't think of a single thing to criticize about this place. We were a larger party of 6 and service was smooth and attentive. We tried everything from the foie gras, buttered beet salad, crab cakes, duck two ways, sturgeon filet, chocolate lava cake, and sorbet. Everything was delicious. Also they actually make all of their desserts there which is a huge plus. I hate it when we dine at upscale establishments only to have dessert that tastes pre-packaged or like it came from a factory.

    (5)

  • Kraig M.

    I'll admit to being spoiled by living my entire adult life in two cities (Los Angeles and San Francisco) with fabulous food scenes. Cafe Beaujolais would stand up in either city, though is unpretentious enough that it would probably end up as a place that locals go for special occasions. My husband and I were there on our honeymoon. I had a delicious pork chop, an inch thick and perfectly done; my husband had a filet mignon that melted in his mouth. Food was a tiny bit on the rich side, but not nearly as egregious as several of the other places we ate in Mendocino. The service was absolutely top notch, friendly and attentive without being awkward. Our waitress was pleasantly familiar with the extensive wine list and steered us to a local wine (Meyer family Shiraz-no relation to the reviewer) that was very reasonably priced and delicious. As several other reviewers pointed out, the dining room was cozy. Not as tight as a New York bistro, but if you're used to a big private booth at Chili's, you may find the next table closer than you are accustomed. The home made bread was also delicious. I suspect that this is one of the best, if not the very best, restaurant in Mendocino and I'm positive we will go on our next visit.

    (5)

  • Joy S.

    We have been to Mendocino a couple of times and the first time we had a great meal here. We came at the beginning of August with friends of ours that were visiting from Germany. We stayed at the Sweetwater Inn and Spa and had to just literally walk up the driveway to go to dinner. I have to say it was a bit disappointing. A few of our dishes were great and a couple others were not great at all... My girlfriend ordered the roasted leg of lamb and the lamb was cold - if there is one rule in cooking it is that lamb is served piping hot! (My husband was a chef for 30 years and my girlfriend is a chef in Germany). I had a fish dish with a fruit salsa and risotto (the special of the night). The rice in the risotto was a bit tough - the dish was not really nice and creamy and my fish and the salsa had almost no flavor - it was completely flat. There was no depth to the flavor at all - it was very disappointing. Another thing that really bothered us was one of the wait staff - our actual waitress (dark hair, quiet very pleasant demeanor) was very nice, but later another woman (grey hair) helped out and she was not very pleasant at all - she was a bit rude and seemed bothered... The appetizers Togarashi Seared Hawaiian Ahi was good - the sauce for the tuna was delicious and had great flavor. The Crab Cakes were a little burned and not quite moist inside, they were also tiny! - (little side note here: we went a few days later to the Gold Country and had an amazing meal at the Columbia City Hotel and Restaurant and had the Crab Cakes there - they were perfect - size, flavor, consistency and all. So I told the waiter and I mentioned that we ate at Café Beaujolais just days before in Mendocino and that their Crab Cakes were not as good. The waiter came back to tell us that the chef at the City Hotel trained the owner at Café Beaujolais- funny!!! We would have never expected excellent Crab Cakes or even anything else surpassing the food in Mendocino up in the Gold Country...) My friend had the summer corn soup and it was OK. He also ordered the Niman Ranch Filet Mignon and that was a very good and balanced dish and my husband had the Pan Roasted California Sturgeon Fillet which was quite good as well. So three stars - because it was A-OK - but I wanted fantastic - especially since the bill for 4 people was about $300 (and that does not include a lot of alcohol, since my husband does not drink, my girlfriend and i each had a glass of wine and her husband had a couple beers).

    (3)

  • Brenden M.

    Okay, this place is really good, but expensive. My fiance and I went here right after getting engaged and before the Mendocino Music Festival, and it was perfect. I had the duck, which was very good, and she had the Sturgeon, which was amazing. We also had a really good bottle of $40 white wine (the wine list has just as many $30-40 bottles of wine as it does $150-350 bottles). We had very friendly and knowledgeable service, and the whole dinner was wonderfully romantic and lovely. I'm only giving this place only 4 stars though because it is very expensive. It does have very good food, but you could find food this good for much less in SF or Berkeley. On the other hand, it's in Mendocino, where the food isn't quite as good as the Bay Area, so 4 stars it is. Bottom line: Great for date night. Also, the appetizer-and-dessert-for-$8-if-you-buy-an-entree special, which really helped out the wallet. Only available for people who get there before 6pm.

    (4)

  • Nina L.

    This restaurant is a big fish in a little pond. I'm sure that for the small town of Mendocino, this place is considered to be fine dining and fancy. Within the town, there just aren't enough restaurants to drive the kind of competition that results in great restaurants. My boyfriend and I ordered the sturgeon and the filet mignon - 2 long standing menu items that should be sure-fire pleasers. We were both fairly disappointed. First of all, the food came out fast - suspiciously fast. As if they didn't cook to order. My boyfriend's filet had no char on it, was barely warm to the touch, and was under seasoned. It felt as if the steak had been cooked an hour ago and was staying warm in a pizza box before it came to us. It's a good thing they provided salt on the table; Sam had to season the steak himself. The only good thing I can say about his steak is that they didn't overcook it. The mashed potatoes and reduction sauce tasted fine. My sturgeon was also poorly handled it seems. The fish was rubbery and far overcooked. The outside of the fish had a thin gummy coating on it. It looked like it had been pan fried with corn starch, but then left in sauce so long that it became slimy. My fish, like the steak, was barely warm, as if it had been cooked an hour beforehand. The rest of the dish (truffle emulsion, tagliatelle noodles, vegetables) all tasted pretty good actually. They should just turn this dish into a vegetarian pasta dish and get rid of the gummy fish. I'm glad we didn't waste any money on appetizers. Maybe if we had stepped into this place ordering expensive wines and multiple appetizers, they would have taken greater care to give us a good meal. We also looked younger than the rest of the diners, probably the youngest by 15 years. Since we didn't look like big spenders, they just slopped some food on a plate and served us something barely warm. I'm still perplexed about the short wait time and the lukewarm state of our food. Regardless of all my theories, a place charging $35 per plate should serve darn good food, period. This place will stay in business because there is no competition to run it out of town. If this restaurant moved to San Francisco and tried to charge the same amount, they wouldn't last a month.

    (2)

  • Katy B.

    We've dined here several times, always top notch food and service!! Ambiance is warm and romantic. Favorite dishes: #1 Pan Roasted California Sturgeon Fillet, House Made Tagliatelle, Truffle Emulsion Sauce, Wild Forest Mushrooms, Beets and Snap Peas ( to quote that guy on the Food Network Channel : ' there is a waterfall in my mouth just thinking about this dish' ) !!! #2 Roasted Niman Ranch Filet Mignon or the Free-Range Petaluma Chicken Breast w/ Caramelized Fennel Risotto, Butter-Braised Leeks and Chantrelle Mushroom-Citrus Crème. Absolutely first class, well deserving of 5 Stars !!! LOVE LOVE LOVE this place.

    (5)

  • Himani G.

    We were in Mendocino to celebrate my husband's birthday. Our lodge hostess suggested this French place and we loved it! An absolute must if you are at Mendocino! From appetizer to dessert, I can comfortably say it was one of the most memorable dinners I have had. A very soothing decor and perfect service added to the overall dining experience. They have good menu and hot sweet corn soup on a cold day complemented Crab cakes. I would recommend not missing out on the flourless chocolate lava cake. We paid $115 for two (drinks and food). On the way back bought their berry jam and French bread. 4 stars to that.

    (5)

  • Alan P.

    My wife and I revisited Café Beaujolais on our recent stay in Mendocino. The reservation had been made several weeks earlier by our host's of the B&B we always use. Turning up at 7:00 PM prompt, we found the restaurant almost full and were seated at a table for two, literally in the doorway. It was a stretch calling it a table, as it was the size of a postage stamp and exhibited a 5 to 10 degree tilt, which proved a challenge keeping wine glasses upright. We were both hungry, so putting the unfortunate seating aside, we ordered a bottle of Hush, Pinot Noir and proceeded to order. My wife chose; Butter- Braised Beets, Sunray's Harvest Micro Greens, Crispy Polenta, Herbed Formaggio and Tarragon Vinaigrette & Roasted Organic Free Range Chicken Breast, Prosciutto Asparagus Hash, Black Pepper- Herbed Mascarpone, Local Chanterelle Mushroom Crème. I ordered the soup Du Jour along with, Sweet Potato Gnocchi, Butternut Squash, Local Wild Mushrooms, Kale Brown Butter Cream Sauce, Toasted Pine Nuts, and Crispy Sage. The first course came quickly and we enjoyed them both. The soup happened to be French Onion, one of my favorites and my wife commented on how tasty the braised beet dish was. When the entrées arrived, we both noticed the serving dishes were cold. This didn't seem a problem for my dish as the food proved quite hot. Unfortunately, my wife's dish was cold. We bought it to the attention of our server, who returned it to the kitchen. It reappeared, in 4 or 5 minutes totally dried, rubbery and completely tasteless. The addition of yet more sauce, only added to the messy looking presentation. After both of us tasting it, we called over the server again and asked when the chicken had been roasted, with the reply being "just for you". Neither of us believed that the case, as it was totally dried out. It was returned as inedible. There was no attempt made by the restaurant to rectify the situation, other than removing the charge from the final bill. If you're contemplating enjoying an evening at Café Beaujolais, it may prove helpful to make sure you don't have the tilting doorway table and request your hot food be cooked correctly and actually that, hot!

    (1)

  • Min L.

    Hands down to Cafe Beaujolais. They are fabulous. One of the best restaurants in CA, celebrating all the wonderful and fresh foods this state has to offer. My bf and I booked this place for a Tuesday night dinner, our last night in Mendo. It was bustling, with lots of happy people and a cozy ambiance. We got the American Kobe steak, their award-winning crab cakes, the pan-roasted quail, and a small bottle of Duckhorn merlot. The steak was perfect, and the crab cakes had a mix of lemon, cream, and crab flavors, which blended perfectly. Foodies in paradise... For dessert, we got the cheese tray (with mimolette!), and the classic creme brulee. Oh boy... :) Our waitress was great, always confirmed our orders with approval, and patient to explain this or that. Beaujolais is a highlight when I come to Mendo. I'll be back, no doubt!

    (5)

  • Allison P.

    Ate here on our honeymoon friday night. Sat out on the closed-in back porch overlooking the garden (so pretty!). Great wine. Escargots gratin were so rich and decadent. Filet Mignon cooked just right. Duck- fantastic. Classic creme brulee... my favorite dessert. They bake their own bread out back in the Brickery... mmmm. Lovely.

    (4)

  • Roxanne W.

    We arrived 15 minutes before our appointed reservation time, and the gracious hostess was happy to seat us right away. It was a weeknight, so there were available tables, no problem. we had the fillet, served on delicious mashed potatoes and fresh green beans with a sauce. We both enjoyed our dinners and then finished off the meal with the sorbet dessert.

    (4)

  • Melanie C.

    Cute, small farm-house-feeling restaurant. Tiny(!) tables and very cozy. Definitely traditional French preparations with lots of butter and lots of richness. For some reason, I was expecting a more California version of French, but still... A lovely place for a romantic birthday celebration.

    (4)

  • Jason P.

    had an awesome birthday dinner celebration!! duck was amazing. staff was friendly and very accommodating.

    (4)

  • Tim G.

    This was by far the best restaurant on our northern cali trip. The place is very small and quaint, but still enough room to not feel claustrophobic. My girlfriend and I started off with some Champagne apertifs and a plate of escargot. If anything, get the escargot. So amazing that we were fighting over the last pieces. I had the sturgeon filet and she had the duck. Both turned out to be very good dishes being very tender and full of flavor. Then we had the lava cake, which was a great way to end a wonderful meal. I highly recommend anyone to try this place.

    (5)

  • Bob H.

    We expected a great meal after reading the reviews and we were not misled. The salmon special was one of the best I have ever had. Preparation and presentation was wonderful. I also sampled two other dishes, the sturgeon and the fillet Mignon and both were delicious also. Our server was very professional. If the was one complaint it was that the garden room where we were seated was a bit loud and conversation at times was difficult.

    (5)

  • Chris T.

    Came here for late (and light dinner), thinking it would be a more upscale (in coastal town terms) restaurant. The initial impression is decent; small dining room which was about 75% full. We had a reservation but none was needed (Friday night). Our server took a little while to come over, and even then we were not greeted with a 'welcome' or 'good evening'...standard greeting pleasantries. Instead we were promptly told about the specials in a rapid-fire (obviously rehearsed) fashion and then asked if we were ready to order. Since I come from a long family history in the restaurant industry I quickly reminder our server that were just sat down and are not in a rush...Not sure if that made registered with her... She came back no more than 5 minutes later asking if we were ready to order; again until this point there was no offer to take a drink order. I promptly told her that we'd like to start with an aperitif, to which her response was "oh, great. What do you want?" Once we were ready to order we each order one small plate each: seared ahi served with a mango 'salad' along with a soy/wasabi sauce. This was a very tasty dish while the wasabi was not too over powering. The other dish was the beet salad, which came with a crunchy polenta & goat cheese. This dish also was tasty but not too complicated. To finish off we split a desert: what the menu listed as a brandy apple clafouti. The apple/brandy part was tasty as well as the creme fraiche whip cream. The disappointing part was the batter used to make the dish. Knowing French cuisine very well the minute this dish came out I knew it would not be anything close to authentic. But I guess that's what you get for a kitchen that is not run by a French chef, or one trained in the classical art. Overall an average experience; not sure if nearly $100 for two appetizers, a desert and four beverages (all for two people) was worth it. Especially with below average service.

    (3)

  • Nicole W.

    Rating: 3.5 Crab cakes and Salmon special were stellar. Sturgeon also deserves some props. Coconut cream pie was wonderful (see pic). Service was below average unfortunately.

    (3)

  • m t.

    The filet mignon and the pork chop were both amazing. Our server was great. The bread randomly wasn't good at all. Cute place. Good for a nice date.

    (5)

  • teena y.

    Cafe Beaujolais is a great restaurant. It's small and cute. My favorite dishes are the following: 1. Award winning crab cakes 2. Chinese Chicken Salad Also, their french fries are really good too. This restaurant is a great place for lunch and their bread is nice and fresh. The waitress was nice, but was also serving everyone else at the restaurant. She did bring us another beer (that we cancelled), but drank it anyways since we knew she was pretty busy and probably forgot that we said we were done. Overall, cute restaurant and probably the better restaurants in Mendocino.

    (4)

  • Yvette H.

    Visited Cafe Beaujolais recently and overall had an enjoyable experience. It was a Tuesday night and we didn't have reservations but were seated immediately. Love the atmosphere, you feel like you are in someone's house. It is very cute and quaint inside. For food, we opted to share a few items. Right off, I will say that the highlight of the entire meal was the crab cakes. There was very little filler, if any. Just moist delicious crab with some breading. And I loved the slaw and vinaigrette they served it with. We also had the spinach salad with goat cheese and bacon. The bacon was a great touch... it really made the salad. Also shared a soup, pureed asparagus with crab--wasn't my favorite, seemed like it needed a bit more salt. We had the special fish for dinner--salmon with mushrooms... can't remember what else was served with it. I thought it was a weird combination but it was actually quite tasty. Dessert was the olive oil waffle with strawberry sorbet. It was good but I would try something else if I was to go back. Service was good. I was a bit irked because they charged us a $5 fee to split our entree (and we didn't ask for them to do it). I would have been fine sharing from one plate and is that really necessary?? Also, beware of their wine list. Maybe it's just us, but I had a hard time matching wine names with prices on the wine list (they were quite far apart) and ended up ordering a $100 bottle of wine on accident. Oops! Oh well, we DID just get married so that sort of made it kind of okay... but watch out! It was some pretty damn good wine though!

    (4)

  • Elisabeth W.

    Lovely ambiance and great food. And quiet enough for my parents but a lively atmosphere.

    (5)

  • jeannie g.

    OUTSTANDING! Stayed at the Albion River Inn, drove to town on one of the rainiest nights of the year, in desperate hopes of a warm, yummy meal. The food far exceeded my expectations. The dinner was superb, and the service as well. The waitress convinced us we were still hungry enough for dessert, so we tried the coconut pie per her recommendation, in a word, "orgasmic".

    (5)

  • Constance M.

    4-5 stars for the food 2 stars for the service overall 3 stars for the experience We called the night before to make reservations. We were told that the only slots available were at 5:30pm and 9pm. We took the 5:30 slot. We arrived at the restaurant. We opened the door, walked in, saw the hostess who was looking down and busily writting in a notebook, walked up to the hostess, 1-2-3 seconds go by and she's still looking down, and then finally she looked up. I looked her in the eyes and she said nothing, no smile, no greeting, nothing... 1 Mississippi, 2 Mississippi went by before I finally said "Hi, we have a reservation". She then started walking. I assumed that we were suppose to follow her so I did. The rest of the meal was fine. The waitress was not great but she did her job. The food was better than average. I know this sounds petty but you really only have one shot at making a first impression and the hostess left a sour taste in my mouth. If it wasn't for her, I would defnitely come back. Now, I have to think about it. The experience is more than just the food. Another thing that annoyed me... We finished our dinner at 6:30pm. There were at least 3 empty tables. Why did they restrict us to such odd hours? If I simply walked in, would they have given me the table at 6:30pm?

    (3)

  • Jessica D.

    My Dad has always been one of those people who likes to spend his money on good food rather than lavish or expensive things.So ,for our Christmas Eve dinner - He took us to Cafe Beaujolais. Let me start off by saying the few times I've had French Cuisine,its always been phenominal.This place was no exception,and by far exceeded my previous experiences. Its a small,cute little establishment.You can tell it used to be someones well loved home at some time in the past.I'm a sucker for Victorian houses and 1900s archetechure,so this place won my heart over immediately by looks alone. Our waitress was very informative and helpful,as well as a total sweetheart.We had dinner reservations for 9:15,and even though we showed up at 9,we were still seated right then and there.Awesome! The only reason I would knock this place is because the food was so good,I stuffed my little face.My poor belly was so swollen by the end of our dinner.We ordered 3 different appetizers (The steak tartar? No competition.I could have easily eaten that as my entire meal) and all tried some of each others entrees.I ordered the duck (2 ways) with the blueberry reduction.Those flavors complemented each other too well. Duck of course,is very rich,and I think I could have done without the leg of duck as the 2nd option,but it was still good none the less.We also ordered a desert - the almond crusted banana.A take on a Thai desert I've had several times..this was its fancier and more refined cousin and boy was it worth even the little bite i managed to muster.Excellent! All in all,the 4 of us walked out spending under 300 - including a bottle of wine for the table and beer.Not bad at all! I'm certainly coming back here with friends.This is a place sure to melt any foodies heart.

    (5)

  • Ashley C.

    How does Cafe Beaujolais not have 5 stars on Yelp? Where does the hate come from? We came here for our anniversary a few days ago and the meal was absolutely spectacular. The breakdown: Appetizer 1: French Lentil Soup with Pancetta - This soup was light and not overpowered by the pancetta. The lentils were well cooked and not mushy at all. We were starving and this was a fantastic introduction to the rest of the meal. Appetizer 2: Togarashi Seared Hawaiian Ahi with Mango Salad, Wasabi Vinaigrette, Soy Reduction and Ginger Gastrique - This was excellent. The wasabi was spicy and could be a little over-powering for some people. I loved it. The ahi was of top quality and had a perfectly seared spiced crust. The best part was the mango salad that lent a quick shot of sweetness and acidity to the dish. Appetizer 3: Local Dungeness Crab Cakes with Asian Slaw, Crispy Noodles and Scallion Vinaigrette - This was an UNBEATABLE crab cake. A thin but crispy sear on the outside that kept the body of the crab cake moist and flavorful. The Asian slaw was refreshing and not overwhelmingly creamy. There are complaints on Yelp that this dish is pricey at $17, which seems unfair given that plenty of awful crab cakes are served in major cities for the same price. I am sure that seafood shacks in CT or Maine have excellent crab cakes for under $17, but this is dinner service at a sit-down restaurant. Get some perspective. Entree 1: Niman Ranch Filet Mignon with Truffle Mashed Potatoes, Broccolini, Cabernet Butter and Point Reye's Bleu Reduction - THE PERFECT STEAK. The absolute best steak I have ever had outside of Japan. I ordered it medium-rare and was happy to see that the kitchen cooked it perfectly. Incredibly tender and unctuous. The cabernet butter with blue cheese reduction was perfect. The mashed potatoes were insanely gangster. I had a $90 Wagyu steak at Spago in Beverly Hills and that was disappointing compared to this $34 steak. I would love to see what the kitchen can do with a slab of Matsuzaka. Entree 2: Petaluma Duck Two Ways Crispy Skin Breast and Leg de Confit with Celery Root Purée, Wilted Kale and Local Huckleberry Sauce - A beautiful dish. The breast was tender and perfectly cooked. It could not have been done better. The duck confit was excellent but did not stand out against other duck confits we have had. There are a lot of raves about this duo of duck, but we preferred the steak. Don't take this as a knock on the duck - it is an outstanding dish. If you are at Cafe Beaujolais with a date, order the duck AND the steak and share. You won't be disappointed. Dessert: Coconut Cream Pie with Macaroon Crust and Caramel Sauce - Decadent, rich, creamy. A great dessert for any sweet tooth out there who loves coconut! Desserts are only $8. **** We loved Cafe Beaujolais so much that we came back the next day for lunch! **** Lunch Entree 1: Sautéed Gulf Prawn Fettuccini with Wild Mushrooms, Organic Cherry Tomatoes, Baby Spinach and Shellfish Brandy Butter - A very complex dish for $13.50. You can really taste the ocean in this. The texture of the fettuccini was a touch too springy, but the sauce absolutely held the dish together. Delicious and filling. Lunch Entree 2: Broiled Short Rib Sandwich with Brie Cheese, Horseradish Crème Fraîche on a Brickery French Roll - AN ABSOLUTE STAR. NO CONTEST. One of the best sandwiches we have ever had! Unfortunately, this isn't available on the dinner menu, but it's worth coming to lunch for. If you're wandering around Mendocino around lunch hour, stop by Cafe Beaujolais for this sandwich. The service was as attentive as it could get without bordering on intrusive. The maitre-d even remembered that we're from Los Angeles when we came back for lunch. A small detail, but it was a nice touch. The only downside is that the restrooms are located outside the restaurant (in the same building) and we had to throw on a jacket to walk there. However, this is a miniscule shortcoming in the larger scheme of HOW DELICIOUS CAFE BEAUJOLAIS IS.

    (5)

  • christie g.

    Incredible food, amazing service, unbelievable pricing. You might walk by this restaurant and think it doesn't appear to be much. Take a leap and make a reservation. You will not be disappointed in any way. The duck and salmon were both incredible. The wine..to die for. We will be back!!!

    (5)

  • Sumomo O.

    This was the favorite of three dinners we had in the area. While this doesn't have the scenery of Albion River Inn or the warm wood walls of MacCallum, the food and wine were excellent. A special gazpacho starter with heirloom tomatoes and crab meat was very fresh. I'm picky about my duck, and this was done very well. The spaetzle side reminded me of Germany. A strawberry-rhubarb crumble with ice cream was a great way to end the meal. We enjoyed a Dr. Thanisch Riesling throughout.

    (4)

  • Vlad K.

    This was one of the best tasting meals I've ever had. Yes, the wait was unexpected and a bit long (though to their credit they've offered to open a whole separate room just for us and did comp us for desserts). Other than that, the service was impeccable and the food, simply out of this world. Steak tartar was the best I've ever had. Foie gras was awesome and the sturgeon simply melted in my mouth. If/when you are in Mendocino - this should be the place you eat!

    (5)

  • Mary J C.

    Atmosphere: This is a very cozy and romantic place, perfect for any occasion. Nice music was playing in the background; the place wasn't too loud to talk and overall just seemed very nice and warm. Service: Phenomenal service is offered here... Our waitress went above and beyond to make sure we had a good time, she recommended excellent wine for me - a Rose from a local winery, and it was fantastic. I wasn't sure about my order so I asked her about sturgeon and she said it was one of their signature dishes and she was right - it was delicious!!! Our waitress even helped us with acitivity planning and recommended places for hiking and wineries to visit. (Check out Russian Gulch for nice hiking and Toulouse and Navarro were the wineries we visited and were super pleased with both) Price: The average price I believe was around $25 for a dish, which is very reasonable for what you get and the dishes are not small either. Quality: Quality of food and drinks were fantastic. Like I mentioned above, I ordered sturgeon and it came with mushrooms and nice sauce - delicious. Will I come back? - Absolutely!

    (5)

  • James S.

    Would not recommend. We had a dinner there recently with a group for someone's birthday. It was a special occasion for us so we were excited to try the food & experience some quality service. Unfortunately, the service was less than desirable. I understand it can be difficult to deal with a group but just because the tip is going to be included, doesn't mean they should not try. Our server was nothing short of rude to our table. Yes, we were younger than the average guest, but should our experience not be the same just because we don't get the senior discount? Being a chef for many years enhanced my appreciation for good food. The plates were pleasantly presented and the flavors were to be expected at a restaurant in this class. It didn't wow me like you want for the price, but the menu had all of the nice protein options you would expect - duck, filet, lamb, good fish. Two big turnoffs were that we never had a chance to order desert, which we wanted before our check. And the other was the rude waitress who couldn't get over the fact we were not stale bread. My wife ordered the fish dish, and when it comes out there was pasta on the plate. She eats gluten free, so that would be a good thing to list on the menu. Hopefully they don't lose that fine dining standard we all expect.

    (3)

  • Dave S.

    Better than anything we found in our 3 days in San Fran. Excellent, from salads to dessert. And set in the most charming small town I've seen.

    (5)

  • Christopher M.

    Very cute, cozy, almost rustic little spot. The food was just outstanding (the filet mignon was quite possibly the best I've ever had) and the wine list was very good. Service was on par. It's a little pricey, but well worth it for a nice meal. I didn't get a chance to try it, but I've been told the bread they bake first thing in the morning is worth the trip to Mendocino.

    (5)

  • Shane G.

    My third and likely last time dining here. CB is a shadow of it's former self. It's now another one of those, "It used to great in its day..." places. I wish the new owners (twice changed hands since Margaret Fox put it on the map) would just change the name and stop using the reputation of a former, better chef to attract business. To run down the experience: the place is understaffed. Even with a reservation we had to wait in a cramped, crowded entry hallway staring at an empty hostess stand. Once seated, it took about 20 minutes to get water. They forgot the bread. We had to flag down a worker to order drinks. My aperitif glass was sticky from some mystery spilled something. Our appetizer took so long to come out that it arrived cold and was sent back. I noticed our neighbor dropped her fork and waited for several minutes for a replacement. Overall, everyone was nice enough, but they were not well managed and we often felt forgotten. Also, we were wished a Happy Anniversary when we were seated, which was nice. Then we were wished a Happy Birthday twice and presented with a candle to blow out. It was our Ann. Nice thought on the b-day though. The food is average. It's what passed for upscale, local fare in 1992. But now it's all very basic. Everything tasted okay, but all the recipes were 101 and there were a ton of execution mistakes. My gazpacho tasted fine, but they sloshed the soup all over the rim. The crab cakes were cold, sent back and then okay. The entrees were good, but basic. My duck confit was slightly dried out. The creme brûlée was great. They played up the Niman ranch beef, which is nice, but so does Chipotle these days. Just felt like they were coasting on the name and reputation and not staying relevant. I'll be skipping this place from now on and will remember how amazing the real CB was back in its long gone days.

    (2)

  • Stefanie S.

    after all the glowing reviews and hearing about this place for many years, I was excited that I would be having my 60th birthday dinner here. what a disappointment. While I did thoroughly enjoy the sturgeon, my darling man was completely let down by his meal. Plus, the service was unremarkable, the room was dull and overall it wasn't a great experience. I'd never go back, for any reason. The meal we had the night before (which was Thanksgiving) was by and large a far superior meal and that was in a local eatery. Perhaps Cafe Beaujolais has seen better days

    (3)

  • Jeremiah P.

    My Girlfriend and I love Cafe Beaujolais and eat there every single time we are in Mendocino. What's not to love. Everything we've ever had there has been a delight. Lamb, duck, tuna, escargot, steak (she almost always gets steak), and dessert is all fantastic. They've also got one of the better wine lists in the area and their aperitifs are a lot of fun. Make sure you take the time to walk the lovely gardens that surround the lovely house the restaurant is in.

    (5)

  • M T.

    Came here on our mini moon, and then attempted to recreate our wedding menu. Crab cakes were delicious. Roasted beets also great. Scallion Vinaigrette was perfect, as well as the Tarragon Vinaigrette. The polenta on the roasted beets was also had this creamy delicious center, so good! I got the filet- which was tender and yummy, sides of brocolini was good, but I have to say the mashed potatoes were slightly sweet, which wasn't the best. Maybe it was the Point Reyes Bleu Reduction that was also sweet...regardless, better mashed potatoes would have hit the spot. the salmon special with a tomato ratatouille was also great...the tomato ratatouille was soo homey and warm. just yum. Would definitely recommend this place. All that, plus two glasses of wine, chocolate lava cake and tip was around $150+ .

    (4)

  • J B.

    You must try their crab cake app! And signature sturgeon was tasty. A place we will go to again next time we're in town. Perfect place for a not overly stuffy romantic dinner.

    (4)

  • S G.

    I'm so glad I didn't listen to the negative reviews. I don't know where all the hatin' is coming from - or maybe the restaurant had some bad months? - but our experience was very positive, and the perfect way to celebrate our anniversary. Everything was well-prepared, the service was prompt and attentive (although not as warm and homey as somewhere like La Petite Rive, for example), and the food was well-priced for its quality (at least, by SF standards). For starters, I had the ahi tuna that was done in an Asian style - fantastic. But as good as that was, I ended up craving my hubbie's choice, which was the foie gras. It was AMAZING. I almost wanted to cancel my entree for it! But luckily I didn't, because the sturgeon was fantastic, perfectly cooked, and flavorful. I was less impressed by my hubbie's dish - he got the ahi, this time done in more of a Cal-French style and presented on top of lentils. Everything tasted good, but the tuna/lentils combo didn't work for me, for some reason. Just didn't seem like a good pairing. We split dessert and got the coconut cream pie w/ macaroon crust. It was excellent, just the right balance of tasty but not too sweet. I would highly recommend this place, particularly for a romantic evening out.

    (5)

  • Kristen Y.

    Charming, delicious with a lovely staff and food to-die-for. Up for the film festival, we made resos with colleagues and very much enjoyed our meal. I had the sturgeon and other dishes at the table included filet, chicken, and beef tar tar. All meals were enjoyed immensely! In 4 years, when I save up the money to come back, I look forward to another visit.

    (4)

  • mc t.

    Good food in mendo, quaint house, just like what you expected from mendo.

    (4)

  • Barbara M.

    My husband and I went for a birthday lunch and found this place lacking in food and courtesy. We had reservations and were seated at a lovely window. The music is a bit loud and the tables are small but manageable. Overall the atmosphere is pleasant and very Mendo. We have eaten here a few times previously and had mixed results but we were willing to give them another try. I ordered their short rib sandwich with brie and horseradish cream fraiche. The beef was dry, no sauce on it, just a slab of short rib sitting on a piece of warmed bread and brie. They had some au jus on the side but this was such a disappointment. I could have asked and perhaps been informed of this form of plating but it was quite a surprise. The sandwich was served with fries and grapes but a $14 sandwich could have been much better than that. My husband had the bouillabaisse which had a very flavorless broth and just 5 tiny mussels, 2 small prawns and some unidentifiable pieces of fish and it was all ok. Not great but satisfactory. However, as we were leaving we saw the same dish being served to a friend of the owner or manager (lots of chat back and forth) and their boullabaisse had lovely large mussels decoratively placed in the bowl and overflowing with fish and shrimp. So as you can guess, we are done giving this place any more chances.

    (2)

  • Sandoval J.

    Lives up to all the reviews and worth every penny. Might have had one of the best meals of my life here. White spring nettle soup with truffle oil? Pulllease... So good. Our other dishes were the Niman Ranch Filet Mignon Truffle Mashed Potatoes, Broccolini Cabernet Butter, Point Reye's Bleu Reduction - just divine Broiled Salmon, Burgundy reduction, risotto with saffron - almost as good as the above. And of course the desserts were just the icing on the cake as they say :D

    (5)

  • Phillip H.

    This place was recommended by a co-worker, and I have to agree, the food is the best. My wife and I were getting away for the weekend in Mendocino and are delighted we had the opportunity to eat at this restaurant. While really expensive, it's worth it. The apricot chicken breast was off the hook.

    (5)

  • Fabienne M.

    Excellent - the food was amazong and service was very good. This is a lovely little restaurant, if finances dont allow you the expensive dinner, go for lunch, or order 1/2 portions, they arer very accomodating. well worth the stop

    (4)

  • Justin L.

    Should be 3.5, but rounded to 4 because the food was good. Came in for lunch with the lady for our trip to Fort Bragg. Service was a bit slow, only 2 servers for a busy dining room! But nonetheless, the food is good, enjoyed the eggs benedict, but g/f LOVED her ahi tuna sandwich. Will probably be back when we come up again

    (4)

  • Mary C.

    2nd time around...just as good as the first time. Bravo. Will come and dine here every time I am in Mendocino.

    (4)

  • P S.

    Had a wonderful evening at this restaurant last week. I've never had lamb medium-rare before, and I am happy to say this restaurant pleasantly surprised me. They have an excellent selection of wine. The service is attentive and timely, but not so fast they you feel rushed.

    (4)

  • Brian R.

    Wow! This place does everything right! My gf and I went there day after new years for dinner, small place, reservations highly recomended! The starters were excellent! My girl had a filet that was cut with a fork tender....! I had a sturgeon that was a seasonal dish and it was nothing short of amazing! Had a nice bottle of wine as well, good selection of wines for your dining pleasure too. Waitress was great....she couldn't pronouce the name of the wine any better than I could...so we shared a laugh together...which added to the experience. It was exactly what Mendo is like, real people in a real world.. I highly recomend this restaurant! The only thing I can think of is that its in an older building that has single pane windows and it was COLD outside so there was alil draft but.......real world right? Hardly something to cry about in my book....can't wait to go back!

    (5)

  • Jackie D.

    OMG and WTF respectively. You have to go here. Started with spring nettle soup drizzled with white truffle oil. I die. Filet mignon atop truffle mashed potatoes and brocollini w/ cabernet butter. Perfection. Ended with an almond crusted banana, salted caramel, Tahitian vanilla ice cream. ARRRGHHHH so good. Just go. Make reservations. Make this your fancy shmancy dinner on your Mendo trip.

    (5)

  • Martin C.

    Cafe Beaujolais has been and remains my favorite restaurant in Mendocino. The tables are a bit too small and crowded together because the room is too small (which can get noisy when full) but the food is almost always great, which (to answer Mike V.) is why I just give it 4 vs 5 stars -- I'm a fan but I don't think it's as good as it gets. Nonetheless, my GF and I got one of the few tables next to a window on this visit and were very happy there. Had a couple glasses of Kir Royale on a whim which was ok but could have saved $20 and just drank our wine instead. My GF had the foie gras and the filet mignon and I had the gratin escargot and the roast leg of lamb. I actually preferred what my GF ordered, but everything was cooked perfectly. Got a bottle of Handley pinot out of my car to have w/dinner which went well w/the meal. The corkage fee is $20 -- a bit steep -- but still cheaper including the cost of the wine -- than buying comparable wine (they don't offer Handley) off of the wine list. Concluded dinner w/a cheese plate which was ok; not great or awful but fine w/the pinot that we needed to finish. However, the undistinguished character of the cheese plate didn't detract from the overall quality of the meal which was 1st rate as always and a thankful reprieve from the vegan meals at Raven's that we had while staying at the Stanford Inn. A definite "must" visit for lunch or dinner if you're visiting or staying in or near Mendocino.

    (4)

  • Mishel F.

    Probably the best dining option in the town of Mendocino (we've tried them all, numerous times). The food is a bit hit or miss, but mostly it's right on target. Service is a little slow as others have mentioned, but you're on Mendocino time not in the big city - I think that's part of the charm. I thoroughly enjoyed the housemade pasta (delicious) my husband had the Sturgeon which was great although farmed and not wild. Cute, warm atmosphere adds to the charm, I'd love to try this place for brunch. Definitely worth your time if you're in the area.

    (4)

  • Michael S.

    The night after Thanksgiving. The Pork Chop with Chanterelle Mushroom Risotto and the Sturgeon were SUPERB! We've been here only twice but hope to keep it as a consistent restaurant on our list when visiting Mendocino County. The appetizers and desserts are also fantastic. We were especially pleased that they had a couple of extraordinary non-alcoholic wines, both Pinot Noir and Gewurztraminer. Overall a definite and solid 5 stars. Can I give it a 6 instead?

    (5)

  • Claire C.

    Yet another fine showing by this establishment. We were seated in the Garden Atrium which was lovely and warm on a cold, rainy night. There were few people in the room which enhance the experience for our table, we weren't packed in. Our waitress was helpful and very charming, coaching us through our entree and wine selection. Gotta give it to Beaujolais, they have corkage but they waive it if you also buy a bottle, which was perfect for the four of us. I started with the nettle soup with crab and truffle oil. It was lovely, the oil seeping into the soup in the perfect way, a hint of truffle in each bite. The mains for the table were two sturgeons, one short rib and the chicken. Everyone's dish was excellent and we quickly voted the sturgeon the star of the show. Thanks to yelp for the recommendation. We finished the meal with the lava cake, it was insane. No lie, seriously people, it's amazing. We also enjoyed a Londer Pinot Noir which was quite tasty in our budget price range. We were surrounded by locals which is always a good sign and truly enjoyed our meal, from the ambiance to the food, my group found it to be a five star experience!

    (5)

  • John K.

    I don't usually carry on about bread but the bread here is terrific had lunch here and were favorably impressed a well made gazpacho, which in and of itself is impressive given this soups tendency towards mediocrity.Good salad,good short ribs and a good dessert.The wine list is interesting and we had an offbeat Mendocino white that was a Viognier, I think Roussane blend that was very enjoyable.This is one of those places that gets good reviews and deserves them.

    (4)

  • Wayne S.

    Mendocino is a small town, so we weren't expecting much. Cafe Beaujolais proved our point. It was just OK. They do have a nice wine selection heavy on the Mendocino/Alexander Valley vineyards. Our waitress was friendly and not trying to push the most expensive dishes on us. Started with the gazpacho, which was flavorful, but nothing special. The few bits of crab meat added nothing to the flavor or texture. I would recommend substituting bay shrimp. I am always drawn to duck. They present duck two ways: a duck confit leg and duck breast. I ordered the breast medium rare and it was served medium. The replacement plate was fine, but once again, nothing out of the ordinary. The breast meat lacked any depth in flavor and needed the sauce. The waitress talked us into the sturgeon, which was sustainably-farmed locally. This was cooked correctly, with a hunt of under-doneness, enabling the fish to stay moist. But, like the duck breast, the fish needed sauce. We passed on dessert, having chosen to eat a bit too much of the bread, which was tasty, but should have been served ward. Why don't more restaurants warm their bread? At least make us feel it was freshly baked! Overall, we were disappointed, certain there must be better choices in the area.

    (2)

  • Bariatric Runner X.

    Excellent food, quality, quantity, creativeness and taste all deserve 5 of 5. Very good service. We were seated 10 minutes to closing and were served as if we were the only people there. very good wine selection. Quaint little house converted to a restaurant and decorated in a European style. Made us feel as if we were in France. Great atmosphere. try the mushroom soup and the butternut crepes. Also the Bouillabaisse was interesting. Not what I've had in France, but the chef's version is fascinating. A bit pricey, but worth every penny.

    (5)

  • Lu G.

    Their bread is fantastic, and the bagels are the best I've ever had! I will not leave Mendocino before wandering through their gardens and ordering lots of bread and bagels at the little bakery counter amongst the hummingbirds and pleasantry. Oh, about the restaurant- I've only eaten there once, and it was great. I'm a breakfast person and selfishly wish they were a bit more bohemian again and had a breakfast offering. Ah well, the bakery suffices for me!

    (5)

  • Mel H.

    The whole meal was wonderful--we had the sturgeon and the roast chicken--but really, they had me at the butternut squash soup and crab cakes with Asian slaw. The coconut cream pie with macaroon crust, recommended by our awesome waitress, just sealed the deal. A lovely intimate setting.

    (5)

  • JungHyun H.

    We decided to check this place out since it looked like the best place to eat in town. The bed and breakfast we stayed at recommended this place as well. I had the Pan Roasted California Sturgeon Fillet which was so good that my girl traded dishes with me half way through the meal. She had the Free-Range Petaluma Chicken Breast. The chicken was enormous! I'm not sure what they are feeding chickens in Petaluma these days but it was a very big bird. We also had the crab cakes as an appetizer and Champagne-Apple Tarte Tatin for dessert. Both were very yummy. The wine that our server recommended was excellent. If we come back to Mendocino, we will definitely come back here.

    (4)

  • Mumble B.

    My husband and I recently honeymooned in Mendocino and were recommended this restaurant by several of the locals. We came in on a Sunday at around five in the evening and waited for a few minutes before anyone noticed us. A server finally came to greet us but quickly became irritated when she learned that we had no reservation (which we normally would have made but Mendo has terrible cell reception and we could not get a signal from the Inn). The restaurant was empty but she asked that we wait in the foyer for a few more minutes while she found a place for us. We ended up being seated right next to the dining room entrance. It was not a great spot and I would recommend sitting at pretty much any other table in the restaurant if you don't want people whizzing past your table all night. The same woman who seated us ended up being our server which I was initially unhappy about, but midway through the meal she warmed up and was more amiable. We ordered the butter- braised beets, micro greens, crispy polenta, herbed formaggio and tarragon vinaigrette appetizer, which was very tasty and not too filling. I ordered the Niman Ranch filet mignon entree, which came with yukon gold mashed potatoes, sautéed haricot verts, truffle butter, and balsamic jus lié. The mashed potatoes and veggies were really flavorful and the filet mignon was mouthwatering, tender and juicy. My husband ordered the broiled Kurobuta pork chop entree, with chanterelle mushroom risotto, broccolini, pomegrante reduction and Beaujolais herb butter. He said that the pork chop was amazing, along with the broccolini (he wished there was more of it) and the risotto. We did not order wine, but I hear that they have an extensive selection. The restaurant's lighting was very low and romantic and overall it had a really nice vibe. It was pricey but the food really is top-notch. I recommend giving this place a try if you're in the area, BUT make a reservation.

    (4)

  • Pat H.

    The Homemade Soup Du Jour, a pumpkin -seed soup was bland. I thought they should have had a standby daily soup de jour for a second choice. The Blackened Ahi Sandwich sounded delicious, but the piece of Ahi in my sandwich was small and did not cover the bread, so I missed the full experience of the blackened ahi. The freshly baked bread was very tasty. The flan we had for dessert was delicious. We took bread home from their bakery. The service, setting and ambiance was fine. Clean, well lit room and tables not too close. We will go back, I would like to try the bouillabaisse next time.

    (4)

  • Natasha C.

    Pretty pricey, but very romantic with fantastic food and dessert. Tab for two came to $130, but worth every penny. Will go back in a heartbeat.

    (5)

  • Frank G.

    I've been a guest here for many years, since Margaret Fox served amazing breakfasts. Had birthday dinner there last night with my girlfriend, and was disappointed. The food was very good. The atmosphere was unwelcoming. Starting with an overcaffeinated hostess in nylons and heels (come on, its Mendocino, not San Francisco), the service was insensitive. The waitress was impatient. Entrees arrived long before our drinks were finished. It just felt like we were on an assembly line. We felt like customers, not guests. Go back to your roots, Café Beaujolais, and forget about your cash register for a while.

    (2)

  • Marco C.

    Having been thoroughly disappointed at La Petite Rive the prior night, we decided to give Cafe Beaujolais a try. It was very good indeed. The service was crisp and attentive. We started with an appetizer of the special, a small salad with a slice of pork belly. It was delectable. I've had pork belly on a few occasions, and sometimes it comes out too fatty or too crispy, but this was just right. We practically licked the plate. For the mains my wife had the short rib, which was tender, savory and all-around good. I had the sturgeon filet, which, while not mind-blowing, was a solid effort. Seeing the success of our meal to that point, we decided to order dessert and were not disappointed. The bread pudding was really excellent. It was not 'normal' bread pudding -- more like a drenched shortbread, think tres leches but with whiskey sauce instead of tres leches syrup -- but it was mighty good, and with a dollop of fresh, sweet whipped cream to boot. My wife got the coconut cream pie, which was large, good and had bits of sweet coconut throughout. In retrospect, one dessert probably would have sufficed -- we ended up waddling back to our B&B sated but overfull. My one criticism of Cafe Beaujolais is the bathroom situation. To get to the bathrooms one must go outside and down the stairs. On this particular night, someone seemed to be having some trouble, because he or she occupied the bathroom for a full 10 minutes, leaving my poor wife to freeze out there in the cold Mendocino wind. Cafe Beaujolais is not cheap, but it's definitely a winner.

    (4)

  • Erika H.

    WOW, we had a terrible experience here. The only thing that kept our spirits up was anticipating writing this review, to save other discriminating Yelp patrons from making the mistake of dining here. Where shall I start? The staff was pretentious. I mean, I know it's a French restaurant, but alors, let's treat our customers with a little respect! They stuck us at the SMALLEST table for two in a tiny corner. Once the two tables surrounding us were filled, the waitress literally could not get to our table. (Not that she ever came to our table anyhow, but still.) The snails were BAD. Now, I've had the pleasure of eating snails all over our great country, and I've even eaten them in France. I ate one snail, my mother ate one snail, and we left the rest. The waitress, upon removing my hardly touched appetizer, said NOTHING. Really. The foie gras my mother had was apparently delicious. We split the salmon special. YUMMY! But a very petite piece of fish, especially for two people. Now we come to the straw that broke this camel's back... ANTS. I counted 10 on the window sill and 3 that had crawled onto our table. The table was, of course, squished up against the window, so the ants were on the table and on anything that leaned against the window sill, like MY ARM. I watched two of them remove a fly carcus. We mentioned this to the waitress and she glibly said, "oh, we share the house with them." Well, for the kinds of prices you're charging, they must not be paying their fair share of the rent! Overall, it was just not the kind of dining experience I want when I'm on vacation on the coast.

    (1)

  • Phil J.

    Really, really nice place, good food, maybe a little over-priced. I went there with family on a Thursday night, after reading about Cafe Beaujolais here on Yelp. We had the Ahi, the quail, the beets, and the crab cakes as appetizers. They were all very well prepared and tasty. Especially the quail and the Dungeness crab were yummy! As mains, we had more Ahi (ok, we love tuna!), lamb, sturgeon, and the veggie-dish, stuffed acorn squash. Again, no disappointments here. Everything was very good, nicely presented and interesting combination and sauces. I have to agree with the other reviewers that the stuffed squash is too large of a dish and gets a little boring half-way through. For desert we had the Creme brullee, again very nice, Overall a very pleasant dinner experience. Maybe a little too pricey for the overall uniqueness of the dishes, but still worthwhile going!

    (4)

  • Carrie L.

    This restaurant is in an old converted house and has nice decor but the wood floors and lack of window coverings makes the dining room a bit noisy. We shared the crab cake appetizer which was good but not extraordinary and a bit on the pricey side for an app ($17). For entrees, we had the chicken breast which had a tasty sauce and was good but once again not extraordinary. The second entree was the sturgeon filet which they graciously made sans mushrooms for me. I thought the sauce was the best part of the dish - flavorful and well seasoned. I also enjoyed the various beets and the fresh pasta was perfectly cooked. We went in the off season and it was not too crowded but can imagine it would be really loud if all the tables were full. The service was quick and attentive...almost too quick since we were in and out in less than an hour (for two courses).

    (3)

  • Ellen C.

    Recommended Dish: Pan Roasted Free Range Duck Breast. This dish was the most tender duck breast I have ever tasted with just the right amount of sweetness from the cherry sauce balanced with the savory goodness of everything else. The night we visited the restaurant they were accommodating their first wedding reception ever, so we got seated in the back atrium, which was by far had one of the most romantic atmospheres ever. You get your choice of any empty table. Try to get the tables near the windows, they overlook the restaurant garden and if you're lucky you may even be able to see the stars. Mendocino, being a very small town, has no problems with parking if you are not staying in the vicinity. If you are staying nearby, walk to the restaurant so you can take an after dinner stroll. Though everything closes early, you can work off the calories from dinner and enjoy the quiet of the night--you will find this experience rare and romantic. The only negative thing I have to say about this restaurant is it is a bit overpriced in my opinion. Thankfully their portions are not as small as most French restaurants and I would return next time I visit Mendocino.

    (4)

  • Eeao O.

    Great restaurant. I went here two nights ago and had a great meal with my boyfriend. The interior of this restaurant reminds me of an old house, but the interior has been redone and is also very modern at the same time. A great dining room! A little cold. The menu was small- I ordered a steak and my boyfriend ordered a duck dish- with a roasted breast and a confit leg. For an appetizer, I had one of the best beet and goat cheese dishes I have ever had. He ordered beef tartare and said it was very tasty. We were both very happy with our meals. Service was quick and the restaurant had an extensive wine menu. The only reason I gave 4 stars was because it seemed that the restaurant only had one waitress. When we came in, there were 7 tables seated so she was spread a little thin. We were the last table in the restaurant to leave, but she seemed ok with having us there. Great place and I definitely recommend it as a higher-end restaurant in the area if that is what you are looking for!

    (4)

  • Christine D.

    Love it! One of things I love about Mendocino in general is how everything has that neighborhood, local feel on some upscale level. We were so pleased with our meal here. We went for dinner just after they hosted a wedding. Despite just having hosted a large number of people in a wedding party (always a stressor), the hostess and the wait staff were super friendly and nice. It was so nice to sit down for a dinner and not feel rushed in any way. I had an amazing beet salad while my husband had a tuna appetizer. For my main course I had the salmon. Normally I eat vegetarian, but I did not care for the one and only vegetarian main course they offered. So, vegetarians beware. Maybe call ahead and ask what their vegetarian offering is. Thankfully, I'm ok with a meat meal now and then. Salmon was AMAZING! My husband had the sturgeon. He said it was pretty good, but preferred my salmon when he tasted it. Dessert was the coconut cream pie. Yum! Their dessert menu looks amazing. It was hard to settle on one thing. We made a good choice though. Definitely will go back there the next time we are up that way.

    (5)

  • Ashley R.

    My boyfriend and I were in Mendocino for the Valentine's 3 day weekend and hadn't planned ahead. On the way up I called the top restaurant on Yelp for the off chance that they'd have an opening and we lucked out! The girl said that they hadn't had an opening in months but that 3 seconds before someone had called to cancel! Score! So, we went for Valentine's day which had a fixed menu. The menu was varying enough that we could both find different items that we wanted and share. I got Scallops as an appetizer (too salty), filet mignon (excellent) and a chocolate dessert that was good but unmemorable enough that I can't remember what it was now. We enjoyed a bottle of Zinfandel from Goldeneye - one of the vineyards on the road to Boonville, that we LOVED tasting again the next day at the actual vineyard. The atmosphere was pretty good, service was fine but unmemorable- a bit generic, but tasteful for a romantic evening enjoying tasty food. Overall, I wouldn't say the food was good enough to justify the price on a normal night, but it was Valentine's day, so I think i'll leave some leeway for that.

    (4)

  • Yan M.

    Thanks to Miriam's review, bf and I made reservations to try this place on our first night in Mendocino. We were running late but the hostess was very accomodating and sat us immediately. Great service, beautiful homey space and delectable food. As appetizer, we ordered the figs stuffed with goat cheese drizzled with olive oil and delicious vinagrette and for entrees, we had Broiled Niman Ranch pork chop, creamy polenta, sauted chard and oyster mushrooms with Beaujolais herb butter and Washington sturgeon filet, pan roasted with truffle emulsion sauce, served with house made tagliatelle, wild mushrooms, beets and snap peas. Both entrees were flavorful and had the freshest taste and ingredients. We were too full for dessert hence we skipped it. Wonderful choice and glad we dined here!

    (5)

  • Mari J.

    I'm giving Cafe Beau five stars based on the food. The service could have been a little better but the food definitely made up for it. The place itself is pretty small and the crowd was a bit stuffy. Service was pretty fast. We had the seared foie gras and it was heavenly. I'm usually not a fan of foie gras but the way it was prepared at this place made it all worth it. We followed this yummy goodness with the filet mignon and the duck. They were both cooked to perfection and they were just the right size. We also had a local Mendo wine that was fabulous. All in all, the damage was not pretty but well worth it!

    (5)

  • jazzy l.

    Listed on the NYTIMES review. The bf and I normally like looking at the menus outside the restaurant before we book it. Since we have so much time to kill in Mendocino, we checked out these restaurants (McCallum House, Cafe Beaujolais, Mouse Cafe, Mendocine Cafe) menu. We both decided the prices at all these restaurants were about the same in price whether its a "fancy" or "moderate" restaurant. I'm a sucker for nice websites, the menu selection looked interesting and the house setting/exterior was nice. We drove by the restaurant at 4pm to realize there were these two "older" couples who also was looking at the menu outside. We decided to head to Fort Bragg first and then come back for a 8pm meal. We called ahead for the reservations (Thank Goodness because walk in wait was 1 hour on a Monday!) I love Mushrooms so I got: The Wild Mushroom salad Oven Roasted Niman Ranch Filet Mignon - MEDIUM Fingerling Potatoes, Sauted Kale with Black Chanterelles, Truffle Butter, Spicy Micro Greens and Reduced Port Wine The beef could of been more seasoned and the micro green (aka Alfalfa sprouts) was definitely not too spicy. The bf got: Sturgeon (which is a type of fish) with mushroom, snap peas, and something else (It's not listed on the website right now) The dessert: Bing Cherry Gratin White Wine Sabayon and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream (Presentation wise - this wasn't so good looking but it tasted good!) They have a cute bakery "Brickery" breads opening at 11am daily in the back garden area. We got the Olive Tapanade Toulasse bread to go. We paired it with swiss Gruyere cheese. Lovely quiet restaurant, good service, The bill came to $130 for two people.

    (4)

  • Eric Z.

    My wife and I spent part of our honeymoon near Mendocino and ate here twice. The entrees are about $30+/-, the appetizers are about half that and the deserts are about half that of the appetizer price. Both times we shared one appetizer (their crab cakes are great) and a desert (wild blackberry crisp with vanilla ice cream was perfect). Between the two dinners we had their beef (cooked to a perfect medium-rare), leg of lamb (sliced thin with an amazing side of beans), chicken breast (very moist on a bed of brown rice with an incredible sauce), and Sturgeon (grilled perfectly with wild mushrooms). We ate with a sound mind knowing that they server meat and fish from sustainably farmed and wild sources. While we don't usually spend this much for dinner the food is more than worth it on a special occasion. During our second meal we were already talking about coming back here for our anniversary. Our waitresses were pleasant professional and had perfect timing (we never had to wonder where they had gone because they always showed up just when we needed them). Neither my wife nor I know much about wine but our waitress made good paring suggestions for our meals as well. Their tea, espresso and port were all extremely good. The restaurant itself is in a converted house and has at least two intimate dining areas (one is in a sun room that overlooks the garden) that are very nice and easy to talk in without feeling like you need to whisper. All in all Café Beaujolais was an excellent dining experience that shouldn't be missed.

    (5)

  • ANN T.

    Best restaurant in town! I had the pork and it was just perfect. I went there without a reservation the first night and the wait was just too long so I made a reservation for the next night. Friendly staff and great service.

    (5)

  • Galen G.

    Our group of four very much enjoyed our lunches, all of which were delicious and beautifully presented, from confit duck Cobb salad to the fish sandwich. Service was pleasant, and ambience comfortable.

    (4)

  • Mike L.

    Not a pleasant experience. Having always wanted to try this long-established restaurant, we were shocked that they were playing thumping jazz-rock. We asked them to turn it down or put on classical. They said they had no classical and only turned it down slightly. Then a very loud and obnoxious drunken couple were seated next to us and the man absolutely roared with a man at another table. The staff did nothing to discourage this, and served them a bottle of wine even though they were obviously seriously snockered. It was hard for us to talk over it. Our water glasses were never refilled, and neither was the bread basket, even though two servers were standing around by their computer right behind us. After asking a lot of questions about the duck, and our ordering it, my wife was served lamb. The server apologized, but acted as if it was my wife's fault. To be nice, I took the lamb, and it was quite good, rare and tender, as I like it. And they did give us one free dessert as compensation. This is a restaurant in need of adult management.

    (1)

  • slip n.

    OK, so we arrive at 5:30pm for our 5:30pm reservation. We are told by what turns out to be our waitress, that we are too early! So then she looks at the clock and realizes we are right on time. No apology. She then quickly attempts to seat us at the worst table the restaurant has to offer, right at the kitchen entrance. There's no one else in the restaurant but us. We had our 22 year old handicapped daughter with us. This would never matter except that the waitress then proceeded to ignore our daughter as if she had the plague. We ordered everything together, including our wine. The bottle of red, a $70. Syrah from Oregon, arrived long after it was ordered. Fine, I was impatient for a glass of wine and since we were the first guest in the restaurant I thought it would be brought out immediately. Not a big deal, but my partner's white wine never arrived until dinner was served! By that time the waitress had other tables and we noticed she actually smiled at those tables. All we got as far as a personality was concerned was zero. OK, so the entrees come out and I ordered their famous filet mignon. It was the end piece (tail) of the filet. I told the server it was "just ok", and she was ok with that! Never offered to take it back to the kitchen. The chef should have been ashamed of himself for allowing this filet to leave his kitchen. Disgraceful. I will never go to this restaurant again thanks to their complacency and poor service. Girl, get a personality! Try to enjoy what you do for a living!

    (2)

  • Matthew L.

    Have been here several times before, albeit over a decade ago. This place hasn't changed much.....for the better and worse. Went to dinner for our first night in town. Service was outstanding (5 stars) - relaxed yet professional, wish I could say the same about the food, which was about average. Had the duck served 3 ways, and my wife had a steak. The duck leg (which was the main piece on the plate) was dry and salty, the steak was well-cooked but had a flavor profile I did not much enjoy. For the price of the meal, this was truly just an average meal. At least I have some nice memories of it a long time ago....

    (3)

  • Martin J.

    Went to Beaujolais with my gf and parents and we agreed that this has been one of our best dinner experiences. For entrees we had the duck, sturgeon and chicken. I usually don't order any chicken dishes because there is so much badly cooked chicken out there. But this chicken breast was cooked to perfection and made me acknowledge how wonderful chicken can be. We sat in the back portion of the house which was lovely and had a superb waitress. We all loved this place and it made our trip up to Medocino worth it.

    (5)

  • Use Yelp Not A Yelper S F.

    In rapid decline. First meal here lived up to its long-held hype. Second still had us hopeful. Third was far from fresh - though hungry, we left half on our plates - and gave one in our party food poisoning. For top-tier SF prices, this place is no longer close to being a good value. Save the $ and have a peerless dining experience at Gary Danko instead.

    (2)

  • pam s.

    This is the best place to eat in Mendocino...but I was sad to hear the back porch/garden was closed (except for takeout)...by the water board? Had lunch here two days in a row. The caesar salad is as good as it gets and the crab cakes were divine with a glass of sparkling wine. I loved the cherry crisp beyond all...it was sublime. I came back a second day and tried the bacon/gruyere quiche, also fantastique! My only problem is the wine list and lack of organic wines on it, considering the richness of organic options in Mendocino's wine community, Please tell the wine director to update the list with more organic options - some organic bubbly (Terra Savia comes to mind), some nice roses (Handley Cellars would be a good local option) and some beautiful whites and reds from great producers.

    (5)

  • Octavio G.

    I've been here, I'm guessing, 8 or 10 times over the years. It is consistently excellent. Only gripes I have are as follows: the foyer where you wait to be seated is small and there are sometimes 10 or 15 people crowded into the small space. I don't know that there's a cure for this, esp. since people don't want to stand outside during the rainy or cold months. Our only disappointment with the food was at Thanksgiving last year. They served several sides (yams, dressing, mashed potatoes, cranberry salad, etc.) all together on a large platter. These had all obviously been prepared several hours before and you could tell. I've never had this complaint on other non-holidays.

    (4)

  • Libra J.

    five stars for the fat free Austrain Sunflower loaf that I picked up at the inexpensive and conscious Harvest Market outside of town. I don't know anything else about this place other than it looks like they try their hardest to serve up delicious and conscious food with love and care.... maybe they need to realize that quality cannot always live up to quantity of demands. In other words, how can you be a fully functioning restaurant and always serve up incredible food? Oh yea, you are Greens at Fort Mason Center in San Francisco! yelp.com/biz/greens-san-…

    (4)

  • Gina S.

    Took hubby here for lunch and we sat outside on the deck that looked like a tree house. Service was great. We shared a tuna nicoise salad and seafood bouillabaise and I'm glad we did because the salad is huge! Their complimentary breads are delicious, especially the sunflower bread, that we bought a loaf. And the dessert, OMG, the best dessert we've ever had. It was a banana rolled in chocolate and then almond pieces served with Tahitian vanilla bean ice cream and caramel sprinkled with sea salt. THIS IS A MUST on the TO-DO list if visiting Mendocino.

    (5)

  • Jennifer C.

    Our whole extended family of six adults and three kids LOVED it. Such a charming place. And staff was so generous, refilling our bread basket, iced tea... Yes, the Bouillabaisse was exceptional, as was the creamed corn soup (very fresh and healthy tasting). We were eating a late lunch; they even gave us a loaf of bread for the road (leftover from the day's baking?). We were literally very happy campers. Headed back to the campsite and ate some more of the bread for dinner. The garden out back's pretty inspirational, too.

    (5)

  • Katie N.

    This is a cute place that came well recommended. The staff was helpful and accommodating. The wine list was good as was our appetizer of crab cakes. For dinner, my boyfriend got ice cold short ribs and I got a medium rare chicken breast. Unfortunately, we both prefer food that has been cooked. We were hesitant to send back two entrees because we're just not those people, but at 30+ a plate, it seemed like the right thing to do. Our waitress was very understanding and spoke to the chef about the situation. When she returned we were told "The wine's on us. We're going to cook these through." Seemed like a fair enough trade. When it came time for the bill, however, the only glass of wine on them was the $9 one. Not the $19 or $15 ones. As they say at Cafe Beaujolais, "C'est la vie."

    (2)

  • Carrie G.

    Cafe Beaujolais was a welcome, quaint surprise on our trip to Mendocino. I had heard about the restaurant in the past, but somehow, we never made it to the restaurant on past trips here, so I was glad to check out this cute little converted house/restaurant. The servers were quick and friendly, as we hardly had to wait to be seated or served at all throughout the evening. They were friendly and had some good recommendations about the menu as well. For our first courses, my husband ordered the famous crab cakes, as I stared longingly by and wished I could taste (shellfish allergy...damn!). I loved the presentation of the dish with the crispy noodles on the top and the beautiful green sauce underneath. He said it had great flavor and the cakes were fresh and cooked to perfection. I started with the baby spinach greens with the almond crusted goat cheese, cherry tomatoes, and niman ranch bacon. I love goat cheese, so I could always stand a little more than they serve, but, I felt the portion size was more than adequate and filling. I liked the starter..simple and refreshing. For my entree, I enjoyed the fillet topped with truffle butter. The mashers were done well (phew...nothing worse than mashed potatoes that can hang wallpaper) and the haricot verts were cooked perfectly, all the way through but still maintained a crunch so they weren't dead. The meat was done a little long for my taste, but overall the dish was good. My hubby enjoyed the leg of lamb with the sweet reduction, cannelini beans, and broccolini. It was delicious! Perfectly paired with our Pinot Noir we were drinking. As for dessert, I gave the almond crusted banana with salted caramel a try. The banana was good, but the deconstruction of the dish didn't lend to the melding of the flavors on the plate too well. I felt the caramel could have been a bit more viscous for easier eating, but the taste was great. Unfortunately, my husband ordered the special: Cherry almond crisp with white wine. It was a soupy mess. It never set and came together, so the dessert was definitely a thumbs down in my book. The only good tasting part of the dish were the cherries. Sorry guys...gotta work on that one. All in all, a nice meal out. Bring your own wine, as corkage is relatively inexpensive and their wine list is not. It is a delightful, quaint, dining experience. I would definitely return for another meal.

    (4)

  • James P.

    First you have to know that I try to give my 5 stars to only those places that I have a great/unusual experience. Well, I had the best halibut I have ever eaten at Cafe Beaujolais, hands down. Halibut is one of those fish that can easily be dried out, but this dish was encrusted with porcini mushrooms and was amazing, moist and perfect. Check out my picture of the menu from July 07 to get an idea of your options for dinner. My wife had a salmon special that was also perfectly cooked fish. Great ambience and worth the coin. Figure about $100 for two for wine, entrees, etc., but it is well worth it.

    (5)

  • Nigel G.

    Cafe Beaujolais was a recommendation from a work colleague - and we were very glad they did! We enjoyed excellent food (award winning crab cakes and a fantastic chicken entree), a great bottle of wine (a local Zin recommended from the long wine list ) and relaxed but attentive service. We loved the sound of the dessert options but couldn't bring ourselves to eat any more. So our waitress suggested a compromise: a scoop each of the chef's homemade vanilla ice cream. Yum! Great service and excellent food - typical of the whole night. While this was the most expensive meal we had in Spendocino, it was far and away the best dining experience.

    (5)

  • Vera D.

    For Valentine's Day, my fiance and I decided to stick to our budget by having lunch at Cafe Beaujolais. We made a reservation online a week before and were promptly seated when we arrived. The wholegrain Austrian sunflower bread was excellent to munch on while we waited for a nicoise salad for me and braised shortrib sandwich for him. I had been indecisive in selecting a wine and the waitress kindly offered a taste of the Dr. Thanisch Riesling Classic and a local Anderson Valley Gewurtraminer. I was sold on Dr. Thanisch (at $11 a glass though!). The nicoise was very tasty although I wish the green beans (or were they asparagus spears) were heartier and not cut so small (as big as my pinky nail). His sandwich was excellent. For dessert, we had the meyer lemon cheesecake with vanilla crust, meyer lemon marmalade and huckleberry compote - delish!

    (4)

  • Bruce L.

    Everything it has been previously reported to be and then some. First rate ingredients, brilliantly prepared and served simply without fanfare or sizzle by grounded, thoughtful people. Reasonably priced. The sturgeon is their signature dish and was delicious. The duck two ways was outstanding. Beautiful produce. Luscious wine list I cannot wait to explore further. Skipped dessert 'cause I ate half my wife's dinner too. Oink Oink!

    (5)

  • Gary G.

    The reduction sauces were too salty. I was not impressed.

    (2)

  • Sherrie P.

    this place does not deserve the five star reviews. I think it did a few years ago... but its slipped. nice romantic spot for sure. the food was only ok. decent wine selection. overpriced for what we got. I won't be going back.

    (3)

  • Princess P.

    I had high hopes for a nice meal for our first evening in Mendocino and we were very pleased. We were seated promptly, had great service, the wine list was comprehensive and the meals were delicious. We had the filet and the salmon and both were prepared to our liking. I would highly recommend this restaurant over others we tried in the area.

    (4)

  • Arrrrgh R.

    I have eaten here at least once a year for the past 4 years... The first time I went - I was wowed. The food, service and general ambiance of the dining room was better than I expected. The prices are okay compared to what you get for comparable quality and service in San Francisco. A dinner for two was approximately $200 (two aperitifs, two apetizers, two entrees, one shared desert, and a bottle of wine!) I would say that this was a great deal for a splurge of a meal. Although they may be a little inconsistent... if you are looking for a romantic dinner spot in Mendo - this is the place to go. But don't let them seat you in the back "garden room".

    (4)

  • J K.

    Went here with wifey and we felt fancy. Folks were cool, they were playing French cafe music in the background, and the waitress didn't trip that I didn't know a dang thing about wine. It was good, yo. Appetizers were kind of fresher than the entrees, though. Maybe my selection was off. I ordered the lamb, because lamb makes me feel biblical. It was aight. Appetizers were nice, though--foie gras and heirloom tomato gazpacho. NICE. I like this place. If you're up in Mendo, check for it. Oh, but beware the escargot. Don't order it just to look fancy. You gotta really dig chewing snail.

    (4)

  • margot b.

    Completely fabulous dinner at Beaujolais. The crab cakes (special that evening) were pricey but exceptional. My hubbs had the pan roasted wild Columbia River sturgeon fillet, house made tagliatelle, truffle emulsion sauce, wild mushrooms, beets and snap peas... while I indulged in the Niman Ranch pork chop au poivre, crispy Beaujolais herb-fontina polenta, organic asparagus and balsamic braised grapes. I loved the pork chop... on the bone, very juicy and flavorful and had plenty of sauce. It's not something I would usually order but I watched several of them walk past to nearby diners and just looking at it made my mind up. Very impressive dish. The hubby's sturgeon was equally amazing. For dessert there was a shared spring gingerbread with organic vanilla braised peaches that was to die for. We added a scoop of vanilla ice cream to it which was a good move. Gorgeous ambiance. Service was spotty but not the worst I've ever had. We had a very enjoyable experience there all in all... it was truly one of the best meals I've had in a long, long time.

    (5)

  • Lucy L.

    One of the best dinners we've ever had! We started out with apertifs, which were phenomenal, especially the house apertif with peach. Every single thing we ate was amazing. I don't know if you could have a bad meal here. Our waitress was the best we've ever had -- friendly, attentive, and very warm. She did everything from taking our coats to filling our water glasses to recommending specials, and she did them all perfectly. The dining room was beautiful and not too loud. All in all, it was an incredible experience.

    (5)

  • Ptown N.

    Just GO here! I had pretty much given up on finding a great restaurant in Mendocino and Fort Bragg when we went here for dinner. I definitely wasn't expecting anything great at all but would have been happy with good. This place was nothing short of awesome! Got the crab cakes for an appetizer and the filet mignon for dinner. YUM!!! The filet mignon was so tender I cut it with my fork and it melted in my mouth! No joke! And the potatoes and bleu cheese reduction just made it even better! Boyfriend got the escargot and Sturgeon. I think he felt the same way I did about my filet! HUGE wine list! Our server was great and I loved how she didn't know to pronounce the French wine we chose either! Totally worth the price and not snooty at all! I just wish I would have known about this place from the beginning of our weekend as I would have eaten there both nights!

    (5)

  • Rich J.

    Very charming historical house turned restaurant. The Fillet Mignon was excellent. The portions were not large, but made up for it in taste and left room for desert. Considering the prices on the menu I was a little surprised that dinner did not come with a salad. Although bread was provided.

    (4)

  • A P.

    The Dining Room Manager sent me a message in response to my review thanking me. I appreciate the time they took to show the acknowledgment!

    (5)

  • Jacqueline Y.

    This was our first visit to Mendocino and I have to say that this was one of the best meals that we have ever eaten at a restaurant. We had a 8pm reservation for 2 on a Saturday. As soon as you enter the cafe your nose is greeted with the most mouth watering smell. We couldn't quite pin it- maple syrup? caramalized goodness? I wanted to eat what ever that smell was. We were seatied right away in the "sun room" It was small and dimly lit, holding about 8 two toppers. Our waitress was lovely; friendly but not overly attentive. Even when my husband knocked a small votive candle off the table she shrugged it off as nothing. For starters we shared an order of Crab Cakes!!!!! Yum. Crispy, delicate and crabby. We also shared a bowl of Ablongdigas (sp?) Mexican meatball soup! To die for. Fresh, hint of spice, tender and moist meatballs with perfectly cooked vegetables and thin broth. Our entrees were up against some stiff competition. I ordered filet mignon medium rare with truffle mashed potatoes and a Point Reyes Bleu reduction But after just the right amount of time between soup and warm baked bread our dinners arrived along with that unbelievable smell from the entrance to the cafe. That mapley goodness that teased my nose and made my mouth water was sitting right in front of me and it turned out to be truffle oil in my creamy mashed potatoes. Wowzas! The generously portioned filet was tender, perfectly prepared, warm and just melted in my mouth. The reduction was subtle and complimented the mashed potatoes to a T. My husband ordered the Sturgeon with housemade pasta and mushroom. Unbelievable!! This was the best piece of fish we have ever had. It was so tender and juicy, fresh and light. The pairing with the pasta and mushrooms was spot on and I seriously could have licked both of our plates clean- and no I wouldn't have cared who saw me, except I decided to leave a little bit of room to try out dessert. My tea was served in French press and accompanied by sugar cubes in the raw. I decided on a chocolate mousse cake and Hubby had coconut creme pie. Both were unspeakabley good. The chocolate cake was like eating a barely baked brownie. The "grown up" chocolate used in the mousse and tatitian vanilla ice cream along seemed to give validation to be eating such a guilty pleasure (i could eat brownie batter by the bolw-ful) Lastly I must mention that throughout our entire meal (about 2 hours) the mood in the sunroom remained hearty and happy. All of the couples talked softly amongst themselves and even shared a kiss or two. It seemed as though everyone that night was being swept away by the romance at Cafe Beaujolais.

    (5)

  • Michael K.

    Very disappointing after all the rave reviews. I had the pork chop and my wife the sturgeon. She told me it was quite mediocre. For my part, the pork chop was rubbery and served practically raw. I asked for it as "medium". This can happen, so I called attention to the waitress who graciously took it back to the kitchen. She returned with the plate otherwise undisturbed, but so hot that it must have been in the microwave. The pork chop was still practically raw, and now still more rubbery. I mean really, at these prices, attempting to cook by microwave is just a bit tacky don't you think? The place was not at all crowded on the Wednesday night. I do not see any excuse and only gave the usual 20% tip out of pitty for the innocent, of whom I know not. The wine was excellent.

    (1)

  • Jaymes C.

    My girlfriend took me here for a romantic 30th birthday dinner. Awesome choice. The atmosphere is extremely cozy. I was worried that because it was a French restaurant it would be a stuffy formal place. Instead it was a beautifully decorated victorian home with a warm inviting feeling. The staff was very professional, but very helpful when explaining the menu choices. I had an amazing filet mignon on a bed of truffle mashed potatoes for dinner and we shared a tiramisu for dessert. I try tiramisu at almost every restaurant I eat at and this was one of my absolute favorites. The whole experience eating here was fantastic and I couldn't recommend it more.

    (4)

  • Molly R.

    Wow, this place has quite a stellar rep around town. We heard nothing but amazing things about Cafe Beaujolais. Since we were in the area for a couple of days, we made sure to visit, but only for lunch. Still, it is an adorable restaurant, and good food too. My favorite was the bread (from a little bakery around the corner). We ended up buying a couple of loaves to have with dinner that night. I was absolutely shattered when we arrived here. I had the burger and it totally revived me. The fries were delicious too -- hand cut, which is always nicer. I wouldn't hype it up quite as much as everyone else, but it is a good little place.

    (4)

  • micaela r.

    we only went to the bread brickery, so no comment on the actual cafe/restaurant. we got a loaf of the mendocino sourdough (a mix of barley, white, and wheat flours), which was fantastic. we slowly made our way through the whole loaf from morning until night; it became the main ingredient in our three meals that day of our road trip (plain and with a little butter for breakfast, with brie and turkey for lunch, with brie for dinner). the little shed where they bake and sell the bread was real cute, too, and pretty flowers nearby.

    (4)

  • Gilbert D.

    Nice, cozy, romantic spot. Service was good! We ate lunch there and the food was delicious. The portions were a good size too. It is a bit expensive but its Mendocino. I like the bread they served. I think its was the Australian Sunflower. They bake it in back and you can buy some on the way out. The soup was of the day was a French onion style soup. It wasn't covered in cheese and the soup was lightly sweet. I suspect they used Vidalia or a sweet onion. The recipe worked and I liked it. The ice tea was very good! It had a hint of vanilla.

    (4)

  • Emily H.

    We had a great dinner here. The staff was extremely helpful and accommodating. I had an AMAZING beet salad and filet cooked to perfection. For desert I had the gingerbread cake which was outstanding. I was so stuffed from the rest of the dinner that I could only manage a few bites and I was SO BUMMED I couldn't devour the entire thing. The restaurant itself has a great vibe with a warm and vintage feeling interior. (How much do I hate the slick contemporary interiors of many restaurants? a LOT.)

    (4)

  • William H.

    This place put Mendocino on the map for serious foodies everywhere. The Sturgeon is simply the best anywhere. The food is consistent, and the service is always perfection. It's certainly a place to go when you want to celebrate or just spoil yourself.

    (5)

  • Kevin F.

    We wandered on here late in the evening, which is 830pm in Mendocino, looking for food. Me dressed like a mad hiker, Michelle in yoga tights. We fit in well enough. I thought the dinning room was a little fussy but not uncomfortable. The patrons were a nice mix, from European tourists to old guys liquoring up their daughters (surely those two couldn't have been on a date) with some wine and food. I had sturgeon and Michelle went for an appetizer dinner of corn soup and the beets with polenta. The sturgeon was an interesting entree. The preparation was rich and delicious. The fillet itself seemed somewhat problematic at first. At first I attempted to cut the sturgeon with my fork. No chance there. Using the table knife provided, I found it difficult to cut the fillet. This is never a good sign with fish. I persevered through the first cut and was rewarded with a flavorful bite of sturgeon that was so tender it almost melted in my mouth. I'd never had sturgeon before so I have no frame of reference for this fillet. I continued hacking at the fillet only to be rewarded with each bite. At one point I did threaten to get my pocket knife out, razor sharp I might add, to make the meal easier, however my darling wife did discourage me from deploying my "bowie knife." My darling does exaggerate some. Michelle's appetizer dinner was also very nice. The poleta was delicate and as light as a feather. The corn soup, not chowder, was tasty and slightly sweet. One downside to Cafe Beaujolais is that they have no bar which means you can't have a proper drink before dinner. Of course they have apertifs and had they pointed those out we certainly would have had some or many depending on their price and taste. They also have an extensive wine list, largely lost on me owing to my near exclusive devotion to Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey. Alas, I had a glass of Chardonnay with my dinner and it didn't kill me. Beaujolais is a mixed bag to me. Good tasting food and strange cutting requirements. The fussy dinning room loses points. It is also a small dinning room so you are privileged to over hear all the dinner conversations around you. Unfortunately during our dinning time there were two patrons speaking in German, which I languished two years of my life studying in junior high school, two speaking of boring business subjects with the rest of the dinners muttering under their breath about the sturgeon. A little more music, noise, or swearing from the kitchen would have improved my dinning experience somewhat. Perhaps Beaujolais could employ some actors to have interesting discussions about sex, drinking, and travels in Patagonia for all the dinners entertainment. I do get it. This is supposed to be special. It is supposed to be intimate. It is just not that special or intimate in my opinion. I'd give it 3.5 stars if it were possible. If they'd fix the atmosphere, they'd be a solid four for the food.

    (3)

  • Anthony A.

    Good food, good vibe! Really tasty food. The restaurant is quaint and the service was excellent! Thank you Cafe Beaujolais.

    (5)

  • Robin D.

    I would have to give Cafe Beaujolais 2.5 stars, based on my dining experience last night. We were seated about 15 minutes after our reservation time, no big deal. We began our meal with 2 orders of the crab cakes. They were well prepared, light with crispy crust and not oily at all. Served on a large plate with a nicely flavored sauce; however the portion was not equal to the price of $17.00 each. The bread they served was room temperature, dry and tasted old. When asked if they could warm the bread, the server told me that it wasn't customary but she could do it. The bread wasn't anything memorable. For the entrees, we ordered their pork chop. It was a large portion, served hot and the sauce was delicious, a type of pomegranate balsamic sauce on top of a delicious risotto. The second entree we ordered was the sturgeon. The server offered us a $5.00 split charge for the restaurant to split the entree in the kitchen and give us each the pasta and vegetables. The entree arrived split on two plates and served barely room temperature and without any extra pasta or vegetables. We sent back the fish and the server apologized and brought back our meal hot. The fish was well prepared and the sauce was a delicious blend of a Madera wine and mushrooms and served with yellow beets, however the portion even for one was simply SMALL, especially for the price of $31.00. The server offered us complimentary dessert to offset the cold meal. All in all I would rate the food preparation as very good, the service mediocre as there were only two servers for the entire restaurant which was full on a Sunday evening at 8:00pm. The desserts by the way were delicious. Would I come back, maybe.

    (2)

  • mandy f.

    Cafe Beaujolais should be part of a romantic weekend getaway in Mendocino. The seasonal menu is made of up ingredients that are local, organic, and sustainably sourced. If you are a fan of truffles and fish, I highly recommend you try the signature Halibut with Truffle Emulsion Sauce. Yum! Be sure to pair your dinner with a local Mendocino County wine. If you are staying in Mendocino village and walking back to your hotel, be sure to look up in the sky at all the stars. Being so far away from city lights you will see so many more stars in the night sky than you are accustomed to seeing. It's pretty amazing...and even a bit romantic.

    (4)

  • Mari V.

    We have eaten there several times over 15 years, and this was the first time we were somewhat disappointed. One issue is too much butter and heavy cream in the appetizers (namely the butternut squash soup and escargots), so that when our wonderful sturgeon dish arrived, we felt overly sated, the cholesterol ringing in our veins. On the other hand, for our second visit, the ahi appetizer for $17, which was absolutely delicious, was so spare (7 quarter- size pieces) that we felt distinctly underfed and, frankly, cheated. But so long as we can make it to Mendocino and so long as CB serves the sturgeon we remain basically loyal fans!

    (4)

  • Miriam W.

    After reading so much about Cafe Beaujolais, I wondered if this tiny restaurant could live up to the hype. Amazingly, and in every way, it did. The food is superb. I had an amazing scallop starter that paired coconut milk and black mushrooms. For dinner, I chose the roasted free-range chicken with a saffron-chanterelle sauce, served with mashed potatoes and and sauted green beans and it was fabulous. Even the tea is masterful, served loose with an accompanying pot of very hot water (essential to great tea.) In summary, charming space, friendly service, really amazing food. A bit of lag between courses, but likely attributed to a slight understaffing on the night we went. Would definitely go back!

    (5)

  • DeeLite W.

    we go here every time we return to mendo and usually love it - including howard (aka "einstein" who sadly isn't there anymore). this time we were disappointed with more than one dish which is a surprise. the escargot app we had was so greasy and definitely did not need the cheese melt on top because it was clear it was "nuked" as it arrived hardened and rubbery and inedible. the mushroom soup was eh, ok, something funky about it and not nearly as shroomy as it could've been. too creamy, thick and bland. the duck my husband ordered came two ways - the confit was good but the sliced medallions were inedible too - rubbery/tough. only thing we adored was the coconut cream pie. not worth the money anymore i'm afraid - we'll go back to moose's next time.

    (2)

  • J O.

    Oh how the mighty have fallen...or maybe just an off night? We've been here at least a half dozen times over the past 15 years and never did it disappoint--until last week! Service - we were greeted warmly, seated promptly, and our waitress was attentive. All good there. Decor - it remains a lovely, quaint, romantic place. Still feelin' the love. Food - wha' happen'?! My goodness. Started with the foie gras which was one dimensional in taste and without question the worst we ever had. Indeed, tried to shuffle it around the plate to make it look like we ate more of it than we could stomach (we could not eat at least half of it.) I did have a beet salad that was pretty tasty. Their signature dish, the sturgeon, was just ok. Again, nothing special, not the wonderful symphony of complimentary flavors we've come to reliably expect from this restaurant over the years. The duck confit was ok. The coconut cream pie w/ macaroon crust and caramel sauce sounded much better than it tasted. Indeed, we couldn't help but laugh about how the sample of key lime pie handed to us as we shopped through Costco when we got home tasted better than the $8 piece of pie we had here. We had two glasses of champagne to start things off, but no other alcohol or drinks, save for a cup of tea. Cost: With tip it was $156. We heard from a ton o' people that the spot to go now (Aug '09) for reliable tasty meals in that area is La Petite Rive and that it would have cost about half as much. D'oh! Oh well, somewhere new to look forward to next time we're in the area.

    (2)

  • Steven W.

    Great service, small cozy, Victorian dining room. While everything was good, the flavors were not subtle. The gazpacho was heavy on garlic, and duck was heavy on butter. These may have covered up some the more delicate flavors in their farm fresh ingredients.

    (4)

  • Trinh T.

    Ambiance: Quiet, romantic and I think, what makes Cafe Beaujolais special, more then the food itself. The atrium dining room overlooks a pretty garden and one of the many intriguing water towers found all over Mendocino. Food: Really liked the french onion soup. The baby spinach salad with goat cheese and Niman Ranch bacon was pretty good as well. Preferred the Niman Ranch pork chop over the sturgeon filet entree. Also liked the Ghirardelli chocolate-hazelnut tart, especially with a birthday candle on top.

    (4)

  • Alexandra F.

    My boyfriend and I were still talking about how amazing the filet mignon was a week later. The entire meal was incredibly good. I had the almond crusted goat cheese and spinach salad and he had the crab cakes, and we loved both of those too. The staff were very nice and attentive, but not overly so. If you are eating in Mendocino, this is the place.

    (5)

  • David B.

    If I could give 6 stars, this would be my first 6-star review. The restaurant is incredible - all the food was amazing (steak tartare special, lamb chops, duck and dessert) but it was the service that blew me away. First, another patron dumped (and broke) my glass of wine. The wait-staff was totally apologetic and did not just bring me a new glass but comped our entire half-bottle of wine! Then, we were ready to walk home - our hotel was 1/2 mile away and it was raining outside. I asked the receptionist for a taxi number, but we found out that it would be 15 minutes and would cost $20! (There aren't many taxis in mendocino.) So, the receptionist said, hang on, I'll just drive you myself and she gave us a ride home. Absolutely amazing. I can't wait to come back!

    (5)

  • Elisa L.

    OMG! This place was amazing, a five star cafe that should be in SF. The staff was great and the food was so delicious. We will be back for sure. We had a terrible experience next door the night before and this place made our trip worth it. Soup/Salad really good and the fish was so yummy, the chef really does a good job. Chocolate cake for dessert and mochas.....lovely! Keep up the good work.

    (5)

  • Vaun H.

    Cute, quaint little Victorian restaurant. We stayed at the Mendocino Hotel and was walking distance from Cafe Beaujolais. I recommend the sturgeon, fillet, beet salad and chocolate souffle. This restaurant fits the Mendocino character, charming old house converted into a restaurant. The staff was friendly and attentive. I love their complimentary bread and will definitely come back if I'm in the area.

    (4)

  • Nicolas T.

    This is a really romantic restaurant. We turned away from the indoor setting for a spot in the garden. The heating lamps were ample to keep everyone warm. I had the Wagyu top sirloin with black Chantrelles and it was magnificent. My angel ordered the beet salad and the crab cakes (which are renowned). Unfortunately, she wasn't crazy about the crab cakes (she spends a lot of time on the East Coast so she's a tough customer when it comes to Crab Cakes). Did I mention that I loved the Wagyu? Yep, and I'm as hard a customer as she is, trust me. The overall vibe was really good, and the service was awesome. The desserts were also delicious. One note, don't bring your own bottle, they've got a $20 corkage fee and even with my industry cred, I couldn't wiggle my way out of the charge, which is always a bummer.

    (4)

  • Lili G.

    Great week end in Mendocino and dinner at Cafe Beaujolais was surely a nice part of it. Nice romantic spot... The service was perfect: after telling the waitress my problem with lactose, she made sure everything I was ordering was totally safe for me... Some trade offs here and there on the menu, no big deal. I had a delicious beet salad, followed by the best duck breast I had in years - perfectly medium rare, melt-in-the-mouth - and served with oh-so-fabulous gnocchi and greens... My friend chose the broccoli soup with crab, followed by the pork osso bucco and was, well, delighted. I also need to mention the great local wine we had (shoot, I forgot the name!): thanks to our waitress who helped us choosing. That was just perfect.

    (5)

  • Kurt P.

    Still one of the best dining locations in Mendocino. The Nicoise salad was huge, dressed moderately with all elements treated well and respectfully. Lettuces vibrant, beans were not reduced to mush and the tuna flaky and moist. The "Ham and Cheese" sandwich (Niman Ranch Bacon and Brie) was robust in portion and flavor. The wine list reaches across a wide range of new and old world without being too daunting. Ever been to Danko?, Bacar?..yeesh sometimes too many is too many. Maybe thats just me. The cellar selections will certainly cover the desires of most palates. Don't miss it if you're in Mendo'.

    (4)

  • Gregory L.

    Bottom line up front: we spent $95/per person for dinner including tax and tip. The service was fair but the servers were unknowledgeable. The flavor of the dishes was good to fair but the execution on some plates was lacking. Based on their reputation and the cost, we expected more and won't likely go back. If you need to know more, read the blow-by-blow below. The decor is cute and well done. It has that cozy bistro feel. Despite our reservations and multiple open tables, they attempted to seat us in a cramped table by the door, but were happy to accommodate our request for an alternative seat. Our server was not able to describe any of the wine choices or the plates. She did assure us that the leg confit in the duck two ways had a "wonderful crispy skin" and she was hawking the crab cake appetizer, so we took what recommendations she could offer. Something we would later regret. We started with crab gazpacho and corn chowder. The chowder was solid, but not exceptional. The crab gazpacho tastes suspiciously like a recipe that I use from my Chef-On-A-Shoestring cookbook by chef Rick Moonen. There was a single lump of crab meat that made it "crab gazpacho". Service was slow and we had to remind the waitress that we were waiting for the crab cake appetizer. She seemed overly focused on taking orders and selling the crab cakes and not too interested in getting plates to the tables. When our crab cakes arrived they were a disappointment; a thick layer of bread crumbs on either side sandwiching a center that was closer in appearance, consistency and flavor to tuna salad than crab meat - likely due to the large amount of mayonnaise that the chef used. For our entree's we had the duck two ways and the sturgeon. When the plates arrived they were so hot you could burn yourself on them. Initially I thought this was due to the long delay in our crab cakes, but observing other diners in the restaurant, the chef seemed to have a thing for heating the plates in the oven/plate warmer before serving. As a result the duck medallions were no longer medium rare in the center, but rather a dull grey and somewhat rubbery in texture. The leg confit had good flavor, but the skin lacked any degree of sear or crispiness. It was greasy and formless - as if they took it from the confit and just warmed it in the oven. The only redemption during the night was the sturgeon. It is wonderful and unique fish, with a texture closer to the some surreal chicken meat. It was expertly prepared with mushrooms and truffle oil and apparently is one of CB's signature plates. Sturgeon I later discovered is an endangered fish, but I was assured that the sturgeon at CB is sustainably grown and Mendocino being the community that it is I trust that is true or there would have been protesters outside. In short, for the money and the hype, we expected more. Much more.

    (2)

  • Derrick W.

    A relaxing weekend in Mendocino and Fort Bragg. To cap off our weekend trip we came here for our "fancy" dinner. French cuisine is a definite soft spot for my wife, especially since it is something I haven't mastered very well in the kitchen. Our appetizers were escargot and the beet salad. Man was the salad small for 10 bucks, very balanced flavor. The escargot was very well sized and tasty. Our main courses were the filet mignon and duck. The duck breast was cooked just right.... the leg on the other hand was a bust in my book. Both should be moist, not one moist and one dry. My wife's filet was cooked closer to medium rather than medium rare, still tasty but we like our red meat on the rarer side. For a restaurant that charges as much, I would have expected a little better quality. Desserts of sorbet and huckleberry crisp were good finisher to the meal. The atmosphere was very nice. The service was attentive. I would pause before going back again, but would probably give the restaurant another try since going only once doesn't do a restaurant justice unless the service was really bad to begin with. This was not the case.... just expected more....

    (3)

  • A To The C.

    This place took my mouth on an adventure from the second we walked in the door. The crab cakes were divine, the chicken was amazing (and I don't even really like chicken), and the chocolate lava cake dessert melted in my mouth. I loved the ambiance of this restaurant. It is small and space is limited, but it makes for a peaceful dining experience. The service was quick and impecable, but not rushed. The menu is limited, but everything is excellent, and the wine list is fair and affordable. I loved how many of the people sitting around me knew the waiter and referred to how they had been coming there for years. A clientele is a sure sign of greatness!

    (5)

  • Cliff S.

    The food was terrible & way overpriced for this type of service. I ordered lamb and it was the worst lamb I ever had, not sure it was lamb the way it was prepared. My wife ordered the fish & it was average but it was served over noodles and sauce I can only describe as beef stroganoff, ruined the fish. The service was average. The only good thing about the dinner was the wine we ordered - bottle of Pinot Noir from Husch winery. It is really too bad because it's a nice quaint location. After we returned to our hotel we were told they had changed owners & the previous owner had built up the good reputation it had. I do NOT recommend this place and will never go back.

    (1)

  • jette s.

    Mediocre and obviously riding on its past glories. Only went there because it's the traditional Mendocino restaurant that you "have to" go to. Take a tip - you don't really "have to" go to there. 1. Our server forgot to bring us any bread (their speciality) or take a wine order. (Though it did seem like they had good service their in general - we just got the dingbat.) 2. My meal managed to have both oversalted and undersalted components - not satisfying. 3. When I mentioned my food sensitivities, she let me order an unsauced filet mignon instead of suggesting another dish or working with me with another sauce - it really needed a sauce to tie together the rest of the meal. 4. There really wasn't anything special about what they were offering that you couldn't get in any old California-French cuisine spot. It didn't help that we'd been to MacCallum house the night before, where both the food and the service were impeccable. 5. My husband's seared ahi appetizer was okay, but it was so doused in the wasabi that they may as well gave him a seared shoe to eat, for how well you could taste the ahi under it. 6. However, the crab cake appetizer was really tasty. If we'd just done a small plate dinner, it might have been fine.

    (2)

  • Jack K.

    Great place. The w and I started with a beet salad topped with fresh goat cheese and a panko-crusted bit of polenta. She had duck two ways, a generous fanning of duck breast plus a duck confit, accompanied by spaetzle and fried kale. I had pan seared sturgeon atop home made tagliatelle along with wild mushrooms in a delicious sauce. They serve excellent bread and have great wines by the glass. The weak point was the coconut cream pie with a macaroon crust, the crust was overly sweet. A trifle give the intimate atmosphere and great service.

    (4)

  • Stacy M.

    My boyfriend and I visited Mendocino for the first time a few days after Christmas. We stayed at the lovely Alegria cottages and our hostess referred us to Cafe Beaujolais. We were greeted by the lovely hostess and manager with a big smile and pleasant demeanor. She told us that this was the restaurant that put Mendocino on the map many years ago. After eating here, I can understand why. I had the the baby spinach salad with baked marinated goat cheese and niman ranch bacon. It was so delicious, fresh and flavorful. My boyfriend had the lentil soup and it was also delicious. We both had the pan roasted California sturgeon with tagliatelle in a truffle emulsion sauce with wild forested mushrooms....Can you say, "mmmmmmm!"? It was so rich and tasty. I can taste how fresh every ingredient that they use here, not to mention the creativity in how they prepare their dishes. The waiter was attentive, but not over-bearing. I personally loved the manager because she is a foodie like me and asked me to write down some restaurant names for her in S.F. After she received my list, she brought out our dessert wine complimentary. The ambiance was cozy and homey, but a little bit loud. All in all we had a lovely experience.

    (5)

  • Tylee P.

    My boyfriend and went to Cafe Beaujolais last Saturday night and were met by terrible hostess who acted irritated there were so many of patrons showing up for the 8 pm seating, we had to check in twice because 20 minutes after our reservation they still hadn't seated us, and then they told us they "forgot" we checked in. While waiting for a our table, there were several times the hostesses would leave the waiting area for the upwards of 5 minutes while more people were crammed into this tiny seating area, hoping someone would acknowledge them. Once seated, we sat next to a party of 11 LOUD adults-- a place this nice should not allow for large parties! Lastly, there were ants walking along the walls of our table and even on our table. When we told the server, she laughed and let us know this is the season for ants (as if we cared!). She didn't offer us a new seat and no concessions were made for us at all. Considering we paid over $100 for 2 people, I expected a lot more. Don't waste your time.

    (1)

  • Gina C.

    Wonderful charming restaurant in the town of Mendocino. It's in a quaint house/cottage like structure. The decor of the restaurant is soft and suttle - nice low lighting to give it a relaxed feel. The food was scrumptious - me and my fiance treated ourselves to the escargot and crab cakes. The crab cakes were excellent - I think it's one of their specialities. Definitely worth getting. It was my first time trying escargot, so I may not be the best judge for this dish. I did however, love the sides - pureed garlic spread on crusted bread, and cheese souffle. For dinner we had the Pork Chop and Duck -- both were cooked perfectly. I had the duck which was mouth watering, every bit was delicous. The dishes taste very fresh....I like the fact that everything is organic and they use local produce. You can definitely taste the difference.

    (4)

  • Patricia M.

    My newly-wed husbund and I ate here last night (I think we must have been here with the last reviewer) and it was absolutely AMAZING. We came without reservations but were greeted by a lovely waitress who then asked us if we were waiting for the 'Atrium'. "What's the Atrium?" I asked. "It's the pretty room", she replied. "Well then, Yes!" we quickly responded. She whisked us out and around the side of the old victorian through a lush garden and then upstairs to a private entry opening up to a small candlelit room overlooking the outside patio. It was simple, elegant and romantic! It was exactly what we were looking for for our first dinner on our Honeymoon! We ordered a fabulous bottle of Dogwood Zin which definately helped set the mood even more. Fresh organic baked breads were served and our server was so attentive and calm. The crab cake appetizer was delicious as well as beautiful. The filet minon was perfectly cooked and my husbund's duck was the best we've tasted. Even after we ate, we were invited to stay as long as we liked and enjoy the rest of our wine. We both agreed that we couldn't have chosen a better place for romance! Even though it was a little pricey, we will definately be returning on our next visit!

    (5)

  • Margery E.

    Wow! Four of us had a wonderful dinner there the night before New Year's Eve. The service was very good and the food was so delicious. If we lived up there, this would be our go to restaurant.

    (5)

  • Donna H.

    Yelp virgin here but had write about our impromptu lunch at Cafe Beaujolais. The minute you walk into the charming old house you are transported into dining bliss. The decor is upscale and welcoming. Our server, Diane, suggested a champagne cocktail which had a hint of peach. We ordered the Bouillabaisse and the Caesar Salad with chicken. Both were excellent and beautifully presented. We went back the follow day and ordered the Shang-hi Chicken Salad to go complete with their bakery bread and butter. Bliss.

    (5)

  • Dietrich H.

    You know, it sure seems like I give out a lot of 4 and 5 star ratings. I guess I don't bother rating mediocre places. Anyways, Cafe Beaujolais is supposedly one of the best restaurants in Mendocino and it certainly was very good. 5 stars good? Maybe not. I can't recall it being outstanding or, a great price for quality which are two of my main criteria. However, I do remember it being a very nice dinner, and worthy of a hair above 4 stars. What I like most about this place is the setting and the service. The staff was attentive, but not in your face all night. They even switched our table when they saw we were getting crowded from the group next to us. The ambience was very quiet and romantic. The decor resembled the inside of a cottage and made for an extremely pleasant dining experience. The food, like most restaurants in Mendocino was made with mainly local, and all organically grown ingredients. I believe I had the duck, which was tender, moist and had plenty of flavor. If you like duck (some people don't, I don't know why, it's great. I love duck, so should you), I would suggest you try it here. Downside, the you have to walk outside to go to the bathroom. I could care less personally but hey, just thought I'd bring it up. So, bathroom aside, a great restaurant with a great ambience. My next time to Mendocino, I'll let you know so you can meet me there and pay for my dinner here. Don't worry, you can eat with me and thank me later.

    (4)

  • Miriam H.

    My husband and I came here last Saturday night after unsuccessfully trying to go to two other restaurants closer to our hotel in Elk. I have to admit that I was feeling somewhat cranky by the time we arrived at Cafe Beaujolais. I've never experienced being totally turned away from a restaurant so being turned away from two with not even an offer of a longer wait time was frustrating. They're serious about making reservations in Mendicino! Fortunately, we were able to get a table here and enjoy a nice dinner. My husband had the filet mignon and I had the duck, served two ways. The filet was amazing. My duck was good, though not amazing. I was previously considering the crab cakes as an entree, which are on the appetizer menu, but the waitress convinced me that they wouldn't be enough food. I'm not totally convinced by that after I saw them on a fellow diners plate. For dessert we had the blackberry crisp with vanilla ice cream. It was good, not great, but you probably shouldn't expect great blackberries out of season. We also shared a half bottle of wine from a vineyard in Mendicino County - Nvarro. The wine was good enough that we decided to stop at the vineyard on our way out of town. All and all the meal was excellent, though a bit pricey considering what you could get for the same amount of money or less in San Francisco. Our total bill was about $125.

    (4)

  • Jenny R.

    I really liked this restaurant. Nice atmosphere, great food, and pretty good service. I had the gazpacho with crab (I think it was a special) and the chicken. Both were very good. Can' t remember what my dining companion had, but he enjoyed his salad and entree. For wine, we had a Husch pinot from Anderson Valley, and dessert was huckleberry bread pudding. We will probably be back next time we're in Mendo.

    (4)

  • Juliet M.

    My husband and I recently had dinner at Cafe Beaujolais. Was it a memorable meal - emmm...not really. The food was well prepared and good but nothing about the experience really made it stand out. We also felt a little rushed which when you're on a weekend away from the kids you absolutely do not want. If given the chance we're not sure we'd rush back.

    (3)

  • Kat J.

    I'd give this place a 3 for the overall food experience but the ambiance is nice and the crab cakes are phenomenal so they get an overall 4 stars. Based on the reviews here, my boyfriend and I shared the crab cakes as our appetizer and it was AMAZING...I've never liked crab cakes before and I really enjoyed these. I got the duck dish and it was something I probably could have cooked up at home...and done it better. Kind of plain and almost bland. My boyfriend got the special which was some Galapagos jumbo prawns in a risotto and that was VERY rich but quite tasty. I don't even remember if we got anything else...I know we skipped dessert. I guess the other big thing I should mention (almost forgot) was that when we got there, they didn't have our reservation. It was lost somehow, but they seated us anyways so that's good. To be honest, not sure what the big deal was about cause about half the place was empty for the better half our meal then people started coming in...we sat down at 7:20. Don't regret going but doubt I'll go back for a meal - perhaps swing by for the crab cakes before dinner at another place ;) Oh and our waiter recommended a fantastic bottle of Duckhorn wine so that was nice.

    (4)

  • Letitia S.

    I've experienced better. Nothing bad but nothing wonderful either. A bit overpriced for good but not great fare.

    (2)

  • Claire P.

    We love this place and make sure to make reservations every time we visit Mendocino. Understated elegance and some of the best food in town. They even accomodated our rehearsal dinner for 12 well. Don't miss the duck and the sturgeon with local wild mushrooms for a real treat.

    (5)

  • FOO D.

    The best of all the restaurants we tried in Mendocino and Fort Bragg. The food was quite incredible. French food at its best. I wish we had gone there every night. Very cute and French environment too.

    (5)

  • mochi b.

    Loved this place! Just the right combination of sophisticated and quaint. We were there for lunch on a Monday, and had the *crab cake* appetizer which was deliciously paired with a pesto-lime (?) sauce and a fresh napa cabbage salad. The cakes were more crab than breading -- the way it should be but is so hard to find. Entrees were *Bouillabaisse* and *Gulf shrimp fettucine*. The bouillabaisse was excellent, not sure if that dish is supposed to have chicken but it did. The soup was delicious, but topped with a pesto-goo that I could have done without. Drooling over the memory of dipping their homemade bread in that soup... The fettucine was so tender and fresh, as was the shrimp. Excellent dish as well. We went outside to the restrooms, and discovered a delightful garden in the back with a view of some of Mendocino. Make sure you check this out if you're there during the day! Also went to the Brickery to get an extra loaf of homemade bread for the road, and we did not regret it!

    (5)

  • Jackie T.

    A dressy but casual ambiance and friendly, attentive service rounded out our dinner nicely. There is a thoughtful wine menu with Mendocino-centric selections, some of which are hard to come by outside of the area. We had a bottle of 2008 Alban syrah (Patrina, Edna Valley) for $95 that was a fair and reasonable mark up. I also was happy to see a healthy line-up of French-leaning appertifs and we had some Lillet and vermouth cassis before dinner. The foie gras appetizer was a very generous portion and nicely done, although over a slice of panisse (chickpea fritters?) - imho, the texture didn't quite go well with foie and was a tad too heavy to have with together. Also for some reason, so many of our dishes were garnished with blueberries - regretably a tad superfluous. I was slightly saddened by the gratin of escargot because it seemed blanketed by a seemingly nondescript slice of cheese melted over the snails. The dish seemed... tired. But the crab cakes were top notch. The duck two ways (confit and breast) was tastefully prepared, but I think it had more blueberries! The breast was succulent, thinly sliced, and soft without being chewy. Confit was, as described, crunchy - like fried chicken, but much much better! :) Dessert was 3 scoops of sorbet, my husband had the cheeses and my friend had the tiramisu. All were lovely - mango and peach sorbets were flavorful but the raspberry/blackberry/mystery berry scoop was... mystery. Our server wasn't even sure what kind of berry it was. The most memorable items were a few of the sides that came with the dishes. There was a wilted kale that was exceptional and the carmelized onion buttermilk spaetzle was creative and the texture went so well with the duck. This rates above, e.g., Le Charm (SF) and Left Bank, at about Marche (Menlo Park) but below Bouchon (Yountville), Fleur de Lys (SF), La Foret (SJ) and Chez TJ (Mtn View). But my husband thinks Marche was better by a comfortable margin. Four stars for the creative and delicious dishes.

    (4)

  • Armi S.

    The place itself is very quaint and nice. It's a house turned into a restaurant. We went here July during our anniversary weekend and I had an appetizer for dinner. It was just ok. The price is a little high but that's Mendocino. Oh well.

    (3)

  • Gwen M.

    Really good food, service was just okay

    (3)

  • teresa l.

    Great place, feels like a secret locals spot. Quaint, great friendly service and outstanding food. Steamed mussels in saffron broth are ridiculously good. Dip the baked-in-house bread in the saffron broth. Braised short ribs are a must. Good portions for the price. Highly recommended.

    (4)

  • Steve T.

    Simply among the best meals my wide and I have had in our ten years in California. Go for their signature dish of sturgeon, and finish it off with bread pudding. Wait staff is attentive, not pushy, and informed. We'll be back.

    (5)

  • joanna s.

    I dont usually like escargots but the escargots on filo pastry was quite something!! I also thoroughly enjoyed the braised beet salad. Their sturgeon is the house speciality which i also enjoyed. My husband's kurobata pork chop was quite the serving! Enough for two in my opinion. I enjoyed my night there! :)

    (4)

  • Ryan D.

    I've been a big fan of Cafe Beaujolais for many years now, and it has definitely gone very downhill within the past year. We went there several months ago, and I have to say, it sucks. For example, there was a mom with her couple kids who came there for lunch. They were clearly friends or relatives of the owners, as they were talking to one another, and they got a free meal. The clothes the mom was wearing were gym clothes, definitely not Beaujolais style. With the kids screaming, stuff getting dropped, and people running all over the place, it seemed more like a Chuck-E-Cheese. Not even kidding. It definitely didn't have the classic feel, and the food was horrible. The portions were much smaller than they used to be, and my mom's "fries" were nasty. It seemed like they had been cooked, and then left to sit in hot oil for a long time. She tasted one to see how bad they actually were, and they tasted nasty, like rancid oil. Her French dip dipping juice/dressing actually had a layer of oil on top. Also, the corn in the roasted vegetable soup had clearly not been husked properly, as there were hard things on the corn you couldn't chew. Furthermore, the mom of the kids also went into the kitchen with her baby, which should never be allowed into the kitchen, but she did to into the kitchen with her kid. Definitely won't be returning, as it isn't good anymore.

    (1)

  • John T.

    Fine cuisine, delicate sauces and great service. The lamb chops are a must try.

    (4)

  • Mike H.

    What a wonderful atmosphere! Absolutely sensational food!

    (5)

  • Eileen R.

    I was excited to try this place on our weekend away to Mendocino. In the end I was pleased with our food. It was all tastey, some great (crab cakes and chocolate ganache tarte), some pretty good (filet) and some just mediocre (halibut - underseasoned and over cooked). The service and ambiance left something to be desired. In the end I'd go back, if only to have those crab cakes again (yum!).

    (4)

  • Gordon C.

    My wife and I had dinner with our 2 boys (9 and 12) tonight. The soup du jour was Corn chowder with sliced cherry tomato which was very good. My wife had the spinach salad with almond crusted goat cheese which was also pretty good. I had the pan-seared California sturgeon with wild mushrooms. Unfortunately, I think the sauce was burned and the whole dish had a 'burned' flavor to it. My wife had the fillet mignon with blue cheese reduction sause. The meat was very tender and juicy but the sauce was just ok. I explained how the sturgeon tasted to to the waitress and she did not charge us. But, overall, the food was not up to the standard I would expect for such an expensive menu. However, the staff was helpful and courteous.

    (2)

  • L A.

    This restaurant no longer lives up to its reputation. We've gone for several years and liked it and this visit the innkeeper suggested it was still good, so we gave it a try. The server took her time getting to us and never did offer drinks of any sort. Unthinkable in a restaurant with these prices and "pedigree". We ordered garbanzo-tomato soup with creme fraiche garnish. It was simply okay with no special flavors discernible at all. Then we ordered crab cakes which were mostly crab, not filler (that's good!) and were pan fried and served over cilantro cream served with Asian slaw. These were tasty and well-seasoned. Hubby had duck leg confit with sliced roasted duck with wild huckleberry sauce and spaetzle and kale. The duck had good flavor and was well-cooked but the sauce was way too sweet. Bread was a rustic loaf with good flavor and texture but brought to the table almost ice-cold- a real turnoff. We did not have dessert because we were generally disappointed with the food. We'll return to Mendocino but not to Cafe Beaujolais.

    (2)

  • Gayle M.

    Crab cakes are wonderful. All parts of the dish - crispy noodles, slaw, sauce - complement each other perfectly. Cherry crisp is also good; cherries themselves could have been more flavorful.

    (4)

  • Aurore L.

    I would have liked to give it a 5 star and rave about the place. It's a good, solid address but in my mind, there's a lot of room for improvement. I really loved the decor and the overall atmosphere. It's a charming place, full of taste and which manages to offer a very intimate atmosphere to its patrons. Totally fits in the wonderful Mendocino location. The waitress we had was very pleasant and nice. The hostess not as much though; we didn't have a reservation and when we arrived she seemed really annoyed by our presence and even suggested for us to go somewhere else because she wasn't sure if she could fit us in. Weird and rather unprofessional reaction. In the waiting corridor we chatted with a lovely couple from San Francisco we really encouraged us to stay so we bear with the wait which was really not that bad in the end (about 15-20 minutes). The escargots I had were lost in too much fillo pastry to my taste and the pork belly of my companion was overwhelmed by the vinaigrette it was served with. I didn't really try the duck he had; it seemed to be to his taste though but not as much as my wonderful sturgeon. Chapeau bas for this dish that was close to perfection. The fish was perfectly cooked, the mushrooms were an ideal complement and the fresh pasta was divine. Unfortunately my chocolate lava cake was a big disappointment - not enough lava as one other Yelper said and nothing special at all about it. I do better chocolate fondant any day. The coconut cream pie was a big winner though and I would highly recommand it to anyone - even to chocolate lovers. The macaroon crust offers the nicest contrast to the creamy yuminesss of the coconut... To sum up a solid contestant but who doesn't offer enough for the price.

    (4)

  • Florene K.

    When we vacation (twice yearly) in Mendo, we rent an oceanfront home from Sea Cottage Realtors, and rarely dine out. We pick up wines enroute, and always stop at the Philo Apple Farm for juices and jams. Our last stop before going to our home is The Brickery for breads. If they're closed for the day, we shop daily at Harvest Market.....they carry Brickery breads. Our favorite bread is Austrian Sunflower, but all of the choices are excellent. Try the Neopolitan Focaccia!

    (5)

  • Vickie N.

    All I can say is... WOW. LOVED the escargots which were served on a fillo pastry. It was YUM-O. We were seated in the Atrium; I don't know what it's like to get served in the main dining room, but the Atrium, which is a separate seating area upstairs, is so charming. You're surrounded by windows and you have a gorgeous view of the gardens and courtyard. The weird thing is that you have to go downstairs and around the corner to access the restroom. The food, the wine, everything was marvelous. I had the pork chops and they were delish; tender, juicy, and slathered in a tasty sauce, over potatoes. The vegetables were fresh. I'd go back for sure, and next time, I'd make room for dessert!

    (4)

  • Anisha D.

    I don't know why someone would indicate that this place is "Dressy"-- there were all kinds of outfits here-- just needed to dispel that myth right off. The place was adorable. We had the escargot, the crab cakes, two delicious apertifs, the sturgeon, the lamb, and a delicious coconut cream pie. The portions were huge, the service delightful, and a very romantic meal.

    (5)

  • Ranjit S.

    We had a really late lunch, so we skipped the appetizers and went straight for the main course. I had the filet mignon - tender, juicy, excellent. It was accompanied by potato croquettes which just melted in my mouth. My girlfriend had the risotto and she was the big winner. Very tasty, and not super creamy. I had just one bite and was immediately jealous I hadn't ordered it myself. The chocolate lava cake was good, but could have used a little more "lava". Cool photographs of Mendocino vineyards on the walls.

    (5)

  • P J.

    I ordered a vegan meal and was informed that this was "truly a very vegan meal" and did I understand what that entailed . Well, duh , I was expecting a porco-lacto vegan meal-. It was ok- somewhat greasy , heavy and not subtle. Spouse's meal was good but nothing to scream about. Would not return- the wait person was condesending, and gave me the impression she was waiting to fill in for Medea, especially when she looked directly into my one eye and stood silent for a moment. Was she praying ? Creeped me out. Why is it that "French " restaurants in U.S. have to be so snooty? I've never experienced this in Paris.

    (2)

  • margaret r.

    I was very disappointed in the meal. I ordered spinach salad as my first course and when it came there was no spinach and when I complained to the waitress she said they were out of spinach. My next course was the fish in a gloppy congealed sauce which the waitress said that it is often congealed. The other dish on the table was the spinakopia which was soggy and not flaky. It gets two stars instead of one as the waitress realized how bad the meal was she comped the fish and salad

    (2)

  • lili s.

    Foodies - beware!!! This is another example of the plethora of California restaurants that are overpriced and underachieving. OR run by someone trying to overachieve, and completely missing the boat. And somehow people seem to - literally - feed into it (based on the reviews of this restaurant here on Yelp, and other sites). Aside from San Francisco, and little gems here and there, the state of California is awash with mediocre, inconsistent, and overpriced food experiences, just like this one. We've lived here for over 30 years, transplants from the East, where every diner has more consistent food than out here. The room and the decor was lovely, the service was good, and I really wanted to like the place. I had done my research, read all the reviews, and looked forward to a great food experience. Crab Cakes - Crab was good, but the way-to-sweet-and-sour scallion vinaigrette killed the mellow, beautiful crab-flavor. Why the lake of vinaigrette on the plate? What's wrong with a drizzle? (And please stop it with the crispy noodles already, what is this - 1982?) Bouillabaise - you want to make it your own - that's OK. Put potatoes in it, even spinach, but WHY would you add sourdough bread??? The broth was good, but the sourdough bread completely killed it, ultimately becoming this gooey soggy mass before the soup was consumed. Toasted baguette (better yet, a good plain baguette) on the side, please. And for an entree, while the portion was good, the plate was too small. Especially if you put a big hunk of bread in the middle of it that soaks up the soup. The Sturgeon - half raw, placed on limp tagliatelle with no flavor, and a mushroom sauce from the 80's. It was not very appealing to the eye, either. For $31, I think not. I guess there were truffles in there somewhere, but I couldn't taste them. Perhaps because of the capers on top of the fish. Why would you do that??? The Custard Sampler - A flan that had the concistency of cheescake, then I realized it was a "cream cheese creme caramel", yet another puzzling choice by the chef. I guess I should have read the menu more carefully. A creme brulee that had the consistency of runny egg yolk, a pannacotta that was room temp, which I guess is not a crime, but it was too SALTY. If you can get the consistency right, how can you screw up the flavor??? It means you didn't taste.... Which seems to be the problem with a lot of the dishes here... After a $170 dinner for two (with wine), I wished we had just gone to the local bar and had a decent burger. It's really too bad, I wish things were different. I was really excited about coming up here, eating good food, and drinking good wine. If this is the best Mendocino has to offer, we're in for a VERY long couple of days. Perhaps we'll drink some good wine, but our food aim will be towards to lower end spectrum. Perhaps we'll have better luck. Don't waste your money here!!!! Addendum: 3/16/10 - Went to Patterson's Pub and had a great food experience. Food was prepared with care in an unpretentious fashion. Spinach salad with grilled chicken, all ingredients were in balance, nothing overwhelmed the palate. Chicken was cooked perfectly, dressing drizzled, not drenched. Less is more, and big bill is not always indicative of fine dining. So much so that we're leaving Mendocino a day early, and heading to San Francisco for some SERIOUS eating. It just pisses me off that restaurants like Cafe Beaujolais can get away with charging this much for mediocre food. Come on, people... REALLY!!!!!! Addendum #2: The management contacted me and refunded the food portion of our bill for the night described above.

    (1)

  • Teresa C.

    This place is great for a romantic meal. The service is outstanding, the setting is quaint, and the food is stellar. I have been impressed with the suggestions of wine to pair with food. Very impressed. The price was a bit on the high end, but a very good place to spend some bucks and an evening with someone you enjoy. They do that warm cozy feel mixed with memorable food and service in a five star manner.

    (5)

  • Dave P.

    This used to be the best restaurant on the North Coast, and when then-owner Margaret Fox got written up in 1983 in California magazine and then in turn wrote up all her breakfast recipes in the same-titled book it became a monster tourist attraction. I remember my folks taking me here a few times before and after that, and it was really good. Well, Fox sold out in 2000, and I think it's gone through a couple of other owners since. Guess what? You're not buying the same food or atmosphere. Don't get me wrong, the food is ok, which is why it's 2 stars and not one. But it's not spectacular despite the pricing being dead-on San Francisco high-end, and that's a problem. The bigger problem is the crowd. If you're comfortable hanging with the leopard-skin overperfumed trophy wife/noveau rich/aging winesnob yuppie this is your place. The funny part is that while many of them have heard of the cookbook, I suspect almost none know that their choice of those same overpriced swanky B&Bs (generally opened by newcomers to the area) versus the traditional cabin and hotel rentals that had been popular through the 1990s ended up causing Fox to close down the restaurant for breakfast and lunch in 1997 since they swiped her clientele and that was the beginning of the end for this place. (Breakfast used to be the best of the three meals they served too.) Oh, reservations are a pain too. Locals avoid this like the plague. Fox I think consults for Moosse Cafe now, but if you ask most their favorite place is Mendo Bistro in Fort Bragg. If you want to really splurge for a special occasion and want to drive 3 hours further north, Restaurant 301 in Eureka has a wine list that is among the best on the West Coast.

    (2)

  • Lindsey M.

    Wow, I had very high expectations after reading all of the reviews of this place, and I was not disappointed! It is rare to find a restaurant that both my boyfriend agree has superb food, but we certainly agreed on Cafe Beaujolais! We split a spinach salad with almond-crusted goat cheese to start. I ordered sturgeon with homemade pasta in a mushroom sauce, and he had the crab cake appetizer as his entree. Everything was delicious - complex flavors that were not too strong, and surprisingly, the food was also not too rich. We ate THREE baskets of bread and butter - it was possibly the best bread I have ever had - and the butter was amazingly creamy and almost sweet. I love that each bread basket had 3-5 different kinds of fresh-baked bread in it! I was completely stuffed but couldn't resist the coconut cream pie, and am glad I didn't - I love desserts, and this ranks among the top ten desserts I have ever had. I would highly recommend it if you eat here. Though many reviews noted that the restaurant is pricey, I was pleasantly surprised that our feast was well under $100 - compared to San Francisco dining, I found the prices quite reasonable considering the quality of the food. In addition to tasty food in a lovely setting, the service was impeccable. They were attentive without being pushy, and never interrupted my conversation. Next time I am in Mendocino, I can't wait to eat here again!

    (5)

  • Jordan M.

    We had a wonderful time- from the ambiance in the garden room to the delicious food to the group at the table next to ours. Some of the dishes were excellent- others were good. We were blown away by the shrimp appetizer and fillet mignon. We were a little disappointed with the desserts- we didn't even finish them. We ordered a plum tart and gingerbread, both of which were more savory than sweet. The gingerbread was much more gingery than molassesy. Overall, quite charming- we would recommend for a romantic evening. Only four starts due to price/overall experience ratio.

    (4)

  • deborah d.

    OMG New Owners equals absolutely unacceptable service and food. I made a reservation 3 weeks in advance, and when I approached the hostess, she said I will bring you to the back. The back was a lanai over fences and neighbors. I asked to be seated in the main restaurant, and they appeared to be perturbed. The food was awful, greasy, and finally an ant appeared on my napkin, and the waitress asked if she could walk it outside for me. I believe for $150 we should have been served a palatable meal. I order new chef, and new waiters.

    (1)

  • Jake A.

    Checked out Cafe B with the wifey after it was recommended by a couple friends as a good place to go in Mendocino. There's not too many exciting things to say about the restaurant...we weren't blown away...but the food was very good. The pork chop I had was done nicely (my wife can do it as well, probably better, but I ate it down to the bone) and my wife says her chicken was delicious. The atmosphere matches the town of Mendocino...quaint with a bustling group of relaxed folks. It's one of the "houses turned into a restaurant", which makes for an awkwardly cute entryway and sidestepping-to-get-around layout, but we like that kind of thing. Our waitress was pleasant, but fairly curt...got a bit flustered when we asked about the dishes specifically and said she would come back and get the order later...just not that friendly I guess. ? The entree took quite a while to come out after our soup, and to her credit, she asked if we wanted "something on the house or something" to make up for it (most people just would have taken something off the bill or brought out a dessert, but oh well...now I'm just being a picky bastard). The prices were fair, but a bit on the high side. The chicken was $28, for example. That better be a darn good chicken...and it was. Overall, we enjoyed our experience and are glad we checked it out. We'll probably go to another place on the next trip to the area, but would recommend this as a dinner for a nice occasion to friends.

    (3)

  • Benjamin F.

    My Girlfriend and I stayed in Mendocino for the weekend and I wanted to take her to the best place for Dinner. When we checked into our bed and breakfast, I asked the receptionist where the best place to eat in Mendocino was. I told her that money was not a factor and that I was looking for something amazing. We made reservations for 8pm to watch the sunset before eating. All I can say about the food is WOW. Likely one of the best meals I've ever had. Very nice, I highly recommend Cafe Beujolais!

    (5)

  • Greg L.

    hmmmm... 2nd time there though prolly 6 years separated... everything was as i would expect. what i didn't remember was how excellent the service was here. all around enjoyable experience. the hostess and our waitress...very attentive and personable... most memorable bite? the ahi...which was perfect. seared just enough and nice and raw everywhere inside... if the desert was a WOW! i would give 5 stars...

    (4)

  • Mimil H.

    Nice restaurant. The soup of the day was excellent and tasty. Entrees are good, not awesome. Kind of expensive like the rest of the town. Next time, we'll try Moose Cafe or McCallum.

    (3)

  • Deirdre L.

    Set in a victorian house converted to a restaurant, the menu has some choice combinations. I had lunch here a few times with a friend, and the service is amazing. So is the food of freshly made soups, salads and entrees. The only drawback is that it's so expensive, I can't afford to eat dinner here and even lunch is a rare occasion. I guess that makes it special. Even the delicious baked bread is made in a real wood brick oven located in a building in back of the restaurant. Yum.

    (5)

  • Mara T.

    This was our 2nd visit to Cafe B...we went a few years ago on a friend's recommendation (tried the famous sturgeon!) and we loved it then..easily one of the best dinner experiences we have ever had. So when it came time to book for this New Years Eve with some friends, we knew where to go. Emailed CB and they wrote back within 24 hours (amazingly enough...a restaurant that actually checks it's email???) and said they had a prixe fixe for NYE and sent over the information with cost and a potential time. They didn't even ask for a credit card to hold the ressie, like so many places do for NYE...Sold! Called on NYE to confirm and also asked for the atrium/garden room, the gal said she'd make a note. When we arrive, guess there was no note, and we weren't moved, so we asked the friendly hostess if we could be moved...we ended up waiting a bit in the lobby while they checked into what was possible. No worries, while they were trying to figure out if they could accommodate us, we got some champagne and toasted each other and our yummy dinner to come. Turns out the back room/garden atrium wasn't really happening as the table they wanted to seat us at was lingering over some super yummy dessert we were jealous of, but another great table opened up in the dining room so we took that instead. To make up for having to wait (not even their fault!) the restaurant comped us our bottle of Scharffenberger champagne which was sweet! The rest of the evening there was just was wonderful. In both of our visits, the staff did such a great job of trying to make sure that you have anything you need, and the attitude of everyone there is so refreshing. To us it is one of the least pretentious places in terms of attitude, and in my opinion their food is so friggin fabulous that they'd have every right to have attitude about it, but they don't so I love them even more. From the special prixe fixe, I had the crab bisque (red sauce not creamy, just divine), the Filet Mignon (Iiterally felt like it melted in my mouth) and chocolate souffle for dessert. The culinary sleepers of the evening both came from what my husband ordered. He got 'unconstructed lobster ravioli'...we all wondered what it meant, well we found out! It was basically a lobster tail in a yummy sauce with ravioli pasta sheets on top and bottom. Really yummy and we could not figure out what was in the sauce, but it was such a unique flavor, we loved it. And then his dessert was Persimmon Pudding which sounds a little odd but was actually amazing It was a cross between a bread pudding and a pumpkin pie in terms of consistency and taste, it didn't taste like Persimmons to us, more like a fall spice kind of taste with cinnamon, but we all loved it, and it came with a truly tasty Meyer Lemon sauce on the side. I made sure to finish both my souffle and my husband's dessert as well, can't let any sweet tasty morsels go to waste!! Overall, big WOW for our 2nd visit to CB, a must try on anyone's visit to Mendo. I was bummed that they stopped carrying this awesome Moscato d'Asti that we got there last time after carrying it for years, but oh well. In leiu, they were kind enough to offer for me to taste a few of their sweeter wines before making me commit the $10 for a glass, but I was feeling bold and went for a German Riesling the gal recommended that was quite yummy, so it may just be a new favorite! Random note, but apparently they have some sort of 'Beaujolais to Go' side window that we passed on the way to the restrooms (outside, brrr!!)....definitely something fun to remember for the future!!

    (5)

  • Kate W.

    We visited in March. Food was nice. Service and welcome fell short. I booked our table 6 weeks in advance at the second attempt - the first time, in January, I was told to call back because they had not opened the March page yet. Even so, the table was not available when we arrived bang on time at 8.15pm. No apology. We were simply told "your table will be ready in 10 minutes" - as if we had turned up on spec at Denny's! I was so surprised, more by the casualness and tone than the delay, that I blurted out "but we've booked!" I honestly thought they were confused and thought we were a walk in! "Other people are still eating" was the reply.....No apology again, no offer of an apperitif - we sat in the entry / cloakroom until the previous table left, saying on their way out "you can have our table now!". Our table of 6 spent over $1,500 and they charged us $7 per person "cakeage" for the birthday cake that I had pre-arranged to have delivered there. This was not mentioned to me during the 2 phone conversations I had about a cake nor when I hand delivered the candles but only at the moment that I whispered we were ready. I understand that restaurants make money on dessert but we had already spent a fortune (much of it on wine where restaurants also make their profits). I was shocked that a restaurant with such a great reputation could dole out such treatment and it left a very bad impression. The following evening we dined at the Albion River Inn where we enjoyed the food as much and were treated wonderfully. I wonder where next years birthday dinner will be.....

    (2)

  • Mary A.

    Our lunch last week couldn't have been better -- well, perhaps if they had a dessert I couldn't resist, but I was fine passing on the dessert list just this once. I had the sauteed prawns with mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, spinach and hand made (mouth watering) fettucine. My husband had a wonderful variation on eggs benedict that substituted a hearty slice of homemade rye bread for the english muffin and a delicate sauce that he really enjoyed. The vanilla scented iced tea? WOW. Loved the whole experience. I do miss the breakfast creations of the prior owners, but would definitely come back again and again if I were within a reasonable driving distance.

    (5)

  • jane w.

    Cafe Beaujolais is a consistent winner. The decor is sophisticated with black and white photos of Mendocino/Fort Bragg places and local people. The wait staff is attentive and will go the extra mile to make sure that your meal is everything you want it to be.The food is exemplary - spinach salad with goat cheese, the legendary sturgeon, melt in your mouth filet mignon, and coconut pie to die for! Cafe Beaujolais is a memorable dining experience, whether you're a local or just passing through. You'll definitely want to come back. We always do.

    (5)

  • Earl B.

    Cramped seating, indifferent service. Adequate food, but nothing special. While this may seem picky, it was our 25th wedding anniversary, and they did nothing even remotely special (e.g. a complimentary dessert). Try elsewhere.

    (2)

  • Yelp O.

    Dinner here was very disappointing for me. With all the good reviews I guess I came in with very high standards and left feeling unsatisfied with my meal. For starters I got the ahi and my husband the soup of the day - butternut squash. The wasabi vinaigrette on the ahi was overpowering that I couldn't taste any of the other flavors in the dish. The soup was nothing special and we honestly, could have done without it. The worst was my entrée-Local Chanterelle Mushroom and Butternut Squash Crepe. It was bland and the vegetables inside were an over cooked mush. My husband got the duck and it was the only thing that was decent about our meal. I also didn't like how the restaurant has 2 different sections. If you're lucky enough to sit in the main dining room, then that's great. We were brought out of the restaurant to a back portion of the building. It's small, a bit cramped and looks like a last minute addition to accommodate more guests.

    (2)

  • Sheri C.

    What a great experience! The staff was attentive and knowlegable. The ambience was good - but the food was incredible! Had their special Salmon in a buerre rouge with basalmic reduction and the spinach salad with chunks of Niman bacon (best bacon I have ever eaten) and goat cheese. This is worth a return trip.

    (5)

  • Gina T.

    Dinner was really yummy! CB is a very cute restaurant in the midst of downtown mendocino, Michael had the escargots which was pretty good. i had a beet salad that was ok. the entrees were really good. i would say that it's def a place to check out when you're in town!

    (4)

  • Kelly I.

    Yay bread!! This brickery is located around the back and through the garden of the Cafe Beaujolais. After dinner the night before we came back for some bread to pair with cheese and wine we got in Anderson Valley. Fresh baked, delicious and worth the stop!

    (5)

  • Mick R.

    Zagat gave this 25 food? No. Its 28. At least. Underrated. I tasted most of the main dishes here. The sturgeon, the chicken, the short ribs the pork chop. The short ribs "Braised Niman Ranch Short Ribs Parsnip Purée, French Onions, Fennel and Carrots Horseradish Crème Frâiche" Ridiculously good. Now I didn't expect a tasting menu, I expect tihs to be a French/Country style place, and it was. The soup of the day, it was ok. Hearty, tasty, natural, real, but not mind blowing. The crab cakes, good. The main dishes, ridiculously good. Way too much food, but very very good food. I ate more short rib than I needed for two days. The interesting thing here is the risk, the risk that a bad item would ruin the whole meal. Well Cafe Beaujolais takes the risk with the meal being all about the entree, and they win every time. The entrees were just very very hearty and good. The wine list is great. It saves you having to traipse around Anderson valley and the Mendocino appellations. I had 8 different glasses of wine over my hours long dinner, trying everything. The wine list was excellent. The desert wine I chose, the Navarro Cluster Select Late Harvest Gewüztraminer (which rivals even the best and sweetest Trockenbeerenauslese) has a residual sugar of 21% AFTER fermentation! Wow. No room for dessert (It was the Navarro). I would never ever consider going to Mendocino (or anywhere near it) and not eat here unless the place goes down the tubes, and I'd be surprised to see that happen. What a gem.

    (5)

  • Amy A.

    Our second night in Mendocino brought us to Cafe Beaujolais. After reading the reviews here and eating at the MacCullum House, I was skeptical, expecting a decent dinner at a high price. I was wrong. The food was outstanding. When we first arrived the waiter, who looked like a cross between Einstein and Garcia (it's a very funky town), was impressed that I asked how he was doing (who doesn't do this??) and told me that there was only one order of crab cakes left and that I should grab them. The crab cakes are not listed on the menu, and he told me they are the best thing they have. I love crab (almost as much as I love choosing my room ahead of my stay) so jumped on it. I was not disappointed, they were pure crispy, tasty goodness served on a bed of cabbage with a tangy, without a hint of sweet, dressing. Yummy! For the mains, we both ordered the swordfish, but our waiter once again came to our rescue by saying that one of us had to get the sturgeon, the SO won, and he won big. Both were terrific but the sturgeon was phenomenal, served with a truffle emulsion sauce and paired with a glass of the Roessler Pinot Noir, it was heaven. I had a hard time keeping my fork out of his plate. Dessert called for the coconut cream pie, if you like coconut, this is a must have. So clearly, I am a fan of the waiter who knows what's good and is not afraid to tell you. I think that this easily is the difference between a very good and an excellent dining experience. By this standard, our wonderful, if slightly goofy looking, waiter made our meal exceptional. And for extra, super, bonus points, as we left the restaurant he met us at the door, grabbed both my hands and told me how much he enjoyed serving us. Wow!

    (5)

  • Chris B.

    Everything about this place was good, but not great. Service was so-so, and the food was tasty but heavy and quite overpriced. After eating at La Petite Rive, one of the best dining experiences one could ask for, we were underwhelmed!

    (3)

  • Hilary S.

    If I could give no stars, I would give no stars. This was one of the most miserable dining experiences I have had in my life. Seated with my back to the door on a cold, windy evening I had to keep on my outdoor jacket and was still cold. I didn't fancy the vegetarian special, so asked if the chef could produce something vegetarian a la carte. No, apparently he couldn't. Ate a tiny little salad of goat's cheese, some sad leaves and a polenta McNugget. Quite tasty but pathetically small. I asked for a couple of veggie sides - got some cold broccolini dumped carelessly on the side of a plate and an alleged parsnip puree that tasted of nothing and looked like sludge. The bread was OK, the wine lovely but overpriced, service extraordinarily ungracious and the bill was huge. Just dire. My companion had the sturgeon but was also unimpressed with the general ambience and the food. We left still feeling hungry, as well as disrespected, and ripped off.

    (1)

  • Kayse G.

    pleasantly surprised at how great this place was... we had a couple of cocktails - deeelicious - one of which nearly knocked me out & effectively cleared all memory of its name. (i think it was purple, but can't be certain.) crab cakes were amazing - terrific wine list - wild sturgeon (sooo good) - attentive service - thoughtful, interesting menu... short yet diverse... the setting is quiet, romantic, a tad quaint (we're in mendocino after all, right?) but not overly "homey"... in all, a cozy, private setting with exquisite food, a perfect match for the location.

    (5)

  • Mr P.

    Had dinner here while we visited Mendocino a couple of months back. Hear a lot about this so gave it a try. I have to say it was not as good as I expected. The food was competent, but not a 4 or 5 star place. I would have given it a 3 stars, but one was taken off for making us wait. The restaurant was half empty but they still made us wait for 10-15 minutes. Then seated us at a table that was empty all that time, we could see it from the waiting area. Now that is pretentious taken to the limit.

    (2)

  • Samantha R.

    Based on yelp reviews, I made reservations for Cafe Beaujolais. It's a nice enough space--a little Victorian house in on a quiet end of downtown Mendo. The food, however, did not live up to my yelp-enhanced expectations. The soup was very good. The salad was the usual spinach-blue cheese-candied pecans type of salad I've come to expect at higher end restaurants. Portions were generous, but they weren't particularly flavorful. I was impressed that the menu offered a true vegetarian entree (sesame-crusted tempeh) but my vegetarian husband nibbled on it and spent the rest of the night sloshing the tempeh around in its pool of brackish sesame sauce. The bill was the biggest surprise of all--$90 and we didnt' even get dessert! I'd say this one doesn't live up to the hype.

    (3)

  • David L.

    "While a bit formal in attitude for Northern California, the masterful creations, mouthwatering sauces, professional service, and enchanting setting proved quite worthy. Highly recommended."

    (3)

  • Alex C.

    No ice in the ice water is what I best recall from our meal here several years back. I thought the room temperature thing was a brilliant way to serve water. Otherwise, I found this placed did not live up to expectations and have come to find out, if you do not fall under Mendocino's spell you will find that most of restaurants will make you feel like you are light-years away from San Francisco and its culinary scene. We did not have a bad meal, it just was not anything to write home about, which is why I am writing this here. From everything I had heard, I was expected something that at least held up with my Bay Area standards. While not light-years, this place is a ways away!

    (3)

  • Valerie F.

    Yummy duck and fish. Just as good as restaurants twice the price in SF.

    (5)

  • Todd E.

    Excellent, professional service from a warm, knowledgeable, but non-intrusive waitress. Superb food and great wine. Also, the country inn ambiance I remember from my childhood.

    (5)

  • vierra w.

    I went here with my fiance for an anniversary dinner and had a great experience. The restaurant is classy but still retains a quaint small town feel. The wait staff is very knowledgeable, friendly and unpretentious. My fiance ordered the sturgeon which was amazing! Neither of us had ever had sturgeon before and the preparation was truly delicious. In fact, my fiance even claimed that it was "cry worthy" (a remark he's only mentioned once before about a lamb at Chez Panisse Restaurant). Believe me, we've had many nice dinners together and it takes something truly out of this world to make it "cry worthy". I veered off my typical path and ordered a vegetarian mushroom pot pie that was just added on the menu that day. It was OK, but certainly not on the same level as the sturgeon. The crust was flaky and fresh but the filling was not very flavorful and the taste got a bit monotonous after several bites. Our server noticed that I hadn't eaten much of the dish. He came up to me and asked me how the food was. I gave my honest opinion and he immediately said he would not charge me for the dish and offered complimentary dessert! There have been many experiences in the past where I thought the restaurant should have taken unsatisfactory dishes off the tab, but they either got defensive (i.e. "that's the way it's supposed to be" ) or they just offered a dessert to make up for it but never took it off my tab. This restaurant went above and beyond to ensure dining satisfaction and the great service overshadowed any less than satisfactory food I encountered. And I noticed that next day that they had taken the item off the menu (how's that for listening to your diners). I for one will be a return customer whenever I return to Mendocino!

    (5)

  • E L.

    Destination locations.....always a danger in terms of food. So, after going back and forth several times, I decided to go to Cafe Beaujolais upon a push from a local vintner. Overpriced, but that was expected. In general found their food overdone and unbalanced. The crabcakes did not need the "chow mein"-type of noodles on top, and the acidity of the sauce was a bit harsh. The sturgeon, their signature dish, was heavy handed in terms of the brandy or cognac. The beets sat as sad lumps on the side of the rich cream sauce, rather than a refreshing cleanser with lemon or balsamic. Most disappointing was probably dessert. The creme brulee was black on top. Carmelization is always good, but not when it is overdone to the point that it looks cancerous. Similarly, the creme caramel was overdone....too heavy and not with enough flavor to pull it off. The only high point was their cream cheese panna cotta, and the front door hostess. In general the whole menu seemed lazy in execution, whether it be from the under ripe strawberries on the dessert platter through the lackadaisical service and the tired dishes.

    (2)

  • Charlie S.

    We had porkbelly and salad for appetizer, chicken and duck for entrees and huckleberry crisp for dessert. Everything was very good and the service was quick and friendly. Yet I felt it was over-priced a bit, although other restaurants in Mendocino had the same level of prices. Another reason to lose a star was the Cafe did not have much seafood. A little disappointment.

    (4)

  • Ryan P.

    not sure it deserves all the 5-star reviews given the obvious (perhaps unnecessary) markups on the food and wine (compared to 955 Ukiah next door (eat at both if you can)) but it is a little higher-end - had a very nice meal here

    (4)

  • Corley P.

    Great food, well prepared. Nice wait staff. If you make a reservation in advance, they hold a nice window table for you. And, here's a bonus especially for groups of four - if you buy a bottle from them, you can bring a second bottle and they will waive the corkage.

    (5)

  • Isie Bee Z.

    Very good meal. We enjoyed the risotto with halibut. Desserts were great. Service was friendly. Bread was fabulous. I guess their known for their baked goods. We had the beet salad appetizer too...that was great.

    (4)

  • Rene C.

    Do you remember your first time? Ever since I was born, it was my destiny that I fall in love with steak tare tare. But over the years I just never had the opportunity to try it. However a week and a half ago the stars were perfectly aligned and the setting was just right to pop my raw beef cherry. The starters on the menu all looked delicious and as we were browsing the menu, our server walked over with two glasses of sparkling (one French one domestic) and told us that included on the nightly specials was a Niman Ranch steak tare tare. Of course we jumped all over it. So we sat ever so patiently, anxiously awaiting our steak tare tare. We sipped on our glasses of champagne and digging into the bread basket. By the way, usually it's here I would tell you to steer clear of the bread and save room for your entrees but you must make an exception and indulge. The bread here is made on site and is some of the best you will ever have so go ahead and be a glutton. Finally it arrives! yelp.com/user_local_phot… Did my first steak tare tare experience live up to my expectations? Not only did it "live up" to them it totally surpassed them! The dish was amazing, each bite was amazingly sinful. My wife and I were blown away! Their steak tare tare deserves a standing "O"vation! It was perfectly seasoned and the farm fresh egg on top helped round out the dish. It was a bit more tangy than I expected, but paired well with the champagne but if you are in the mood for a red go for it. Just be sure to stick with a lighter style. The rest of the night was amazing. I went with the pork chop, which again was perfect. The pork was cooked to medium rare and served with calvados sautéed apples and a white cheddar risotto. If you are a pork chop fan, GET IT! My wife went with the filet mignon. She enjoyed it very much, but did comment that mine is better. way to score some points! Of course we ended the evening with dessert and went the tiramisu route. Again, this dish was a hit out of the park home run. yelp.com/user_local_phot… Not a traditional tiramisu presentation, but we loved it and would get it again. The service was spot on perfect and the ambiance romantic, yet not at all stuffy. This was not our first visit to Cafe Beaujolais, but it had been quite a while since our last visit. After our last meal, I will make a point of returning again soon.

    (5)

  • Abel S.

    Ask for the garden terrace (in the back). It's more quiet and a nice view of the trees. Recommend the brussel sprouts and the Hawaiian ahi

    (5)

  • Jimmy S.

    Overall not bad, but not extraordinary either. I went with two friends and we each had an appetizer, entree and dessert. The courses were hit or miss -- some were really good and others were merely acceptable. Good: * Marinated beet salad was great, good texture and flavor on the beets and not overcooked * duck breast was cooked to perfection, tender and juicy and a perfect medium doneness and paired with the perfect sauce Not so good: * escargot was rather bland, i was tempted to sprinkle on some salt * beef tartar just didn't do it for me, not sure why, but the flavors just didn't come together just right as I've had in France and other places * pan roasted sturgeon fillet was not bad, but I found the sauce a bit salty and the fish slightly dry * Creme brûlée tasted too eggy and not creamy enough, glaze was a bit too thick

    (3)

  • Allyce B.

    Very good food with a cozy, elegant ambiance. Beet salad was delicious, entree was very good but not outstanding. Overall I'd recommend trying this place.

    (4)

  • Alexis A.

    just went here for Thanksgiving dinner. The place is really cute but I found the dining room incrediably claustrophobic, it was a pretty warm night but the place was hemetically sealed, although we were right by a window I didnt dare yank it open for fear of offfending the other diners crammed into the room. I felt like we were stuffed in a corner of the room and the chairs were super uncomfortable. this gradually got to me as the evening progressed for some reason I was expecting something sort of innovative in the food dept, instead it was HUGEportions of food, the dinner salad appetiser was a whole giant plate of salad, and then the thankgiving dinner was a truly gigantic plate piled with totally mediocore food, so so turkey gross stuffing, and a bunch of other stuff that I could have done without and actually didnt eat (i did take the turkey home for the dogs) We live in Oakland where there is a lot of interesting food so I guess I was expecting something fancy and cute, like tiny fanciful and delicious food, and this was none of that Service was good and i felt bad that I had to reject most of the food Even the coconut pie was borderline nasty full of really chewy crust and tons of almonds, which dont reallly go with a cream pie Oh well, one more thing, we are a queer older couple and I felt like I was a bit overwhelmed by the hetero-genic atmosphere, felt like I was back in the 80's of course for most people that wont be a problem time to get with the times cafe b! whole thing cost almost 200 bucks also, which I wouldnt mind if it was actually good or interesting.

    (2)

  • Aimee M.

    This is one of our go to restaurants in Mendecino. It is quaint and the food has always been stellar. We hit it perfect this time around during mushroom season...they had a delicious soup. We are creatures of habit here because we love it so much...the short rib sandwich is awesome. We also love love love the coconut cream pie. Make reservations because the place is small and is always full.

    (5)

  • keith b.

    Food: 5 stars Service: 1 star I called over a week in advance for a reservation and asked for something a little on the later side. The lady offered me 8:45 PM and 9 PM and I took the 8:45 PM reservation. When we arrived for our dinner the maître d' told us that the kitchen closed promptly at 9 PM and we needed to get orders in. What?!?!?!?! Why would you have ever offered me a reservation at the exact time the kitchen is closing? After being rushed through dinner (the waitress literally cleared our salad plates while I was still chewing) they placed the check on the table. After about two minutes the waitress came over and pushed the check towards me and told me that she needed to close out her paperwork. All in all we arrived at 8:45 PM and were shoved out the door before 10:30 PM, not something you would expect at a fine French restaurant on a Friday evening. On the flipside, the food was absolutely delicious. My wife and I shared a beet salad and the salmon special which was divine. The salmon came with saffron risotto and ratatouille that were both out of this world. It doesn't seem like there are a lot of fine dining choices in Mendocino so if I ever come back I would be willing to give Café Beaujolais another try but I would see if I could get a 6:30 PM reservation so I didn't get rushed out before the staff wanted to go home.

    (1)

  • Maggie H.

    We went to this restaurant on a recommendation from one of the local artisans. We were not disappointed. We enjoyed the salad and Ahi appetizer. My husband kept saying the Ahi was to die for. He loves sushi, so I could not relate, not liking sushi--Like textures. We both had the salmon on lentils, a special that night, and it was the most unique blend of favors I'd ever tasted. the salmon was on a bed of cabbage and tiny black lentils. It was cooked to perfection and the combination was delightful. The final amazing blow was the desert. I had the chocolate sherbet.....AMAZING! So chocolately and light at the same time...and they serve you three small scoops which is more than one person could eat. My husband had the coconut cream pie, which was also good. My advice would be chose one and share. This will definitely be a favorite place of ours forever!

    (5)

  • JackieandAngel H.

    Dear Cafe Beaujolais, Will you marry me? My wife and I ate here 8pm last Friday night. We were brought outside through a beautiful garden, up a flight of stairs, and we entered the most charming room, it felt like a tree house, I would recommend this room to anyone going here. We watched the sun set, go at 8pm so worth it. Service was great, I had the lamb (which i am still dreaming about) and my wife had the Halibut special which was AWESOME. This is our new special night out place when in Mendo! Loved it!

    (5)

  • LeeAnne B.

    I was so excited to come her for my birthday dinner! After reading all the reviews I new we chose well. We were greeted by a very nice hostess that even said happy birthday to me. We met our waitress and she rattled off the specials for the night. I had a hard time hearing her so I turned my head so my ear was facing her. When I did this she stated to me "what are you not interested"? We ordered wine and enjoyed a glass before dinner arrived. Before the meal arrived we asked for another glass with dinner. We could see her pouring in the back with a ruler along side of it! I understand that there are portions but I do not want to see her spending a decent amount of time trying to measure out my wine. She delivered our meals and my plate had a smudge of gravy on the rim of the plate. Once my plate hits the table it is mine. This to me means do not take any of my food unless I offer and do not run your finger across the smudge of gravy to wipe it off. I was stunned as I witnessed her finger over my plate removing most of the gravy. I didn't even know what to say. During our meal, our waitress never made it back around to our table to check with us. We had finished our glasses of wine and would have ordered another but we didn't see her again until we were finished with our meal. The food was good not estraordinary but good. By the end of the meal we were offered coffee and dessert, we declined.

    (2)

  • Sarah H.

    make sure you get reservations!!!

    (4)

  • C C.

    We came here on a friend's recommendation and it was a delicious experience! We arrived just after 6pm on a Thursday night. We didn't make a reservation but luckily a party of 5 didn't show up for theirs so we were able to be seated. Once we were seated, we were well cared for by our server. When we needed more time to peruse the menu she gave us a few minutes but checked back on us before too much time had passed. We decided to start with the Togarashi Seared Hawaiian Ahi and the Butter-Braised Beets--YUM! The ahi was prepared perfectly and went so well with the mango salad. The wasabi sauce was mellow but still retained a hint of spice and the ginger gastrique added a lovely acidity. The beets (swoon) were scrumptious. The crispy polenta added a nice textural element and the herbed frommage was a creamy counterpart to the sweet beets. Our entrees were even better! We had the Shitake Mushroom & Spinach Crepe and Mary's Free-Range Chicken Breast. The crepe was light and the curry sauce added a lot of flavor. Now the chicken.. usually chicken is what I order when nothing else on the menu inspires and I want a "safe" choice. This time, when I read the description I really WANTED the chicken. It sounded amazing and it did not disappoint! The chicken was perfectly cooked, the saffron-chanterelle sauce was creamy and full of flavor and the risotto was rich and tangy. This is a can't-go-wrong dish. For dessert, we had the local blackberry crisp. It was yummy but I kinda wish I'd gone for the Coconut Cream Pie. The crisp was good but the blackberry filling kind of tasted like blackberry jam. I was hoping for more of a fresh berry compote. The real winner was the Tahitian Vanilla Bean Ice Cream. Wow. Just, wow. Amazing. If you're looking for a delicious, upscale meal, I highly recommend Cafe Beaujolais. Make sure to make reservations ahead of time as it's a small restaurant and will fill up quickly any night of the week.

    (4)

  • June V.

    We are celebrating a birthday in town and found Cafe Beoujoalis via Yelp (Thanks Yelp!!). We had a large party and was seating promptly. Service and Food are both EXCELLENT through and through. With the larger party - we tried quite a few items in the menu and absolutely everything is delicious and perfectly cooked. I tossed between the California sturgeon or the duck and ended up ordering the sturgeon (fish). I truly enjoyed this excellent dish: sturgeon is perfectly cooked with home made pasta, cooked in a mushroom sauce... oh so good! While I loved my sturgeon, I have to say that the duck is a MUST HAVE. I "sampled" a couple pieces from other guests and .... oh ... the duck is sooooo good! The flavor is perfect and ... again ... perfectly cooked. All other guests also thoroughly enjoyed their dishes and everyone was happy! Service throughout the evening was excellent. Our waitress is knowledgeable, friendly and prompt the entire time without missing a beat! Half empty (-or half full? ;)) water glasses were always promptly refilled, we were offered a 2nd serving of bread, plates were removed promptly after finishing... timing and service was just absolutely excellent through and through. Overall, food and service is excellent. We will definitely return when in town again!

    (5)

  • Curtis V.

    I will start with the ambiance that Chef David has set for the patrons of Cafe Beaujolais. The restaurant is settled off the beaten path of downtown Mendocino. To get there is very simple and the exterior is a bit unassuming and looks like someone's cozy little cottage. Once you enter, there is a small hallway to the hostess stand that separates the people entering the restaurant from the main dining room (a plus). My fiancee and I sat in the main dining room at a cozy little two top that had a fresh picked flower (I'm guessing from the garden) place on a white tablecloth. The table was right next to the window that overlooked the garden which was in bloom. The window was slightly cracked so that we could hear the birds and other ambient noises which was very pleasant. To top it off, they own a bakery that is next door and we could smell the fresh french bread being baked. I ordered the Duck Two Ways which included duck confit and crispy skin. Ahhmazing. Super delicate, crispy and delicious all at the same time. It was served alongside some wilted kale and carmelized onion which perfected the meal. We brought our own bottle of wine that we picked up on our trip through Mendocino wine country to go along with our dinner. Turned out, that they were having a special and comping wine corking fees for local wine! To finish off our meal, we indulged a little in in the chocolate lava cake. The warm chocolate flowed from the small baked tower of chocolate cake onto delicious scoops of tahititan vanilla bean ice cream. This was a fantastic way to end our meal. Overall, we couldn't have had a better night out and simply put, Cafe Beaujolais is a must. As long as Chef David owns and operates this place, we'll keep coming every time we visit our favorite small town in California.

    (5)

  • Christina K.

    Great food and service. We were in Fort Bragg this weekend and stopped by this restaurant for lunch. We came at a bad time when someone was painting and using paint thinner right outside our table. The thinner was giving me a headache and I could taste the thinner in my throat. Marita immediately noticed something was wrong since I was covering my nose with a napkin. She comped us for the whole meal. Great place to eat, just bad timing on our part. Food was outstanding, especially when there are not a lot of choices in that area. Everything we ordered was delicious. -Duck Leg Confit -Crab Cake Benedict -Broiled Short Rib Sandwich -Mocha Latte -Cream Soda The one dish that stood out most was the Duck Leg Confit. Thank you Marita! We hope we didn't get those guys fired.

    (5)

  • C J.

    Always superb. Always take my family here.

    (5)

  • Sheri H.

    I truly wish I enjoyed my meal more than I did but overall, it was "OK." The service was very warm and attentive, however, the food was unfortunately, nothing special. My husband and I shared the beet salad, which they kindly split for us, which was good but honestly, something I could have made at home. I had the filet mignon, which was a bit overcooked and included some gummy mashed potatoes that was way overly buttered and my husband had the sturgeon, which was super salty and sadly again, overcooked. We did enjoy both of our wines, which were recommended by our server and I always appreciate various choices for wines by the glass. I would come back if I'm in town, however, I wouldn't make a point of making reservations.

    (3)

  • Bethany P.

    Birthday dinner. Excellent. Crab cakes and sturgeon. So full I can barely type. Topped off with blackberry crumble for dessert. Go here. The food was excellent!

    (5)

  • Geoff B.

    This place is not worth the money! When i first walked in I stood waiting to be greeted for over 5 minutes. I was then asked to sit down in the waiting area after I gave my reservation information so the girl could help the next people behind us first before offering us a seat. Now I will say the hostess was beyond pleasant and extremely personable. I liked her a lot, she just has to play double duty serving water and initially helping customers when they sit down. I still say the length of time I waited to be even acknowledged in a restaurant like this was not up to par for the price of the meal I was about to buy. I have had better food for a lot less money. In fact my wife's dinner was hot and mine was just barely warm. Our food was served after someone who came in and ordered 20 mins after us. It was clear my food had been sitting waiting a while for my wife's duck. I have had duck from some amazing places and this was just ok. The leg of duck was extremely over cooked. The breast however was delicious and cooked just as we ordered it. Go here because you have nothing else to do. The food is seriously sub-par for the price. The pizza at Frankies is far superior when it comes to a price to value comparison. To call this a "french" cafe is a joke. It is also just a bunch of old people eating here as it is the thing to do in Mendocino. Service was above mediocre but not amazing either. It was not as bad as some people mentioned it but could be much better for the price you pay. She was nice and pleasant, attentive enough just not an amazing server. It is not her fault as they should have another person helping her in the restaurant to provide a true fine dining experience. I also laughed at the paper covering on the tables. Really? Do you not make enough money to have good linen?

    (2)

  • Scott M.

    As good as it gets. Charm (a little seaside cottage, unfortunately without a view), and a class A cook. If you have been to France there are dozens of these places. For the USA it is a rarity and treat. Atmosphere 85 Authentic French Service 80 They knew how and cared Food 90 Well it is what you come here for Value 90 A tad expensive but well worth it. Expectations and reviews are high - and they deliver. I can not vouch for the other restaurants in town, but if I get to Mendocino again I would return. It is hard to believe there is much upside after Cafe Beaujolais

    (5)

  • Suzy G.

    I don't hand out 5 stars very often but I had the best, most beautiful, most delicious meal at Cafe Beaujolais. It's hard for me to understand how such a tiny place can pull off such magnificent meals. Each course was divine and it's probably a good thing they're so far away from where I live. Don't rush this experience. Open a bottle of wine and relax. Make it last.

    (5)

  • Lilia D.

    Food was insane if youre a french food fanatic like I am. Had a reso for the wrong night but when we showed up the were extremely busy and accommodated us anyways which was awesome! However on a side note, make a reso because there is a difference between the fancy front room and the casual back of the house. They found us a table in the back but its small and a lot more casual with this awkward silence of being in the room with other couples where you can hear everything everyone is saying...i digress. Food was awesome and worth every cent. Romantic place with rich food perfect for celebrating with your significant other. (all couples in the place) Steak Tartar was perfect and you mix it yourself which i prefer. We had lamb and duck and both were cooked perfectly as well as everything on the plate accompanying it. Lobster bisque was buttery creamy insane. Could easily be shared with someone to save room for main course. Im not a big dessert person but they custom made a dessert for me of a giant bowl of vanilla bean ice cream smothered in hot caramel sauce and fresh cream (my favorite. super classy). If youre in Mendo and looking for a romantic spot to indulge yourself then reserve a table here and you will leave in that happy wine/food coma we all love.

    (4)

  • Alice F.

    Very charming location with a modest but well executed menu. The dining room is really tiny, so we ended up wedged against a very large party which ended up being one of the highlights of our visit by accident. The guest of honor of the large group was celebrating 102 years and ended up having a great time interacting with us. We hope that we'll be as spry and clever at that age! As for the menu, the lunch items were very generously portioned--entree salads were very shareable. The Bacon and Brie Sandwich and the Shanghai Chicken Salad were both good. We'll return on our next visit to the area!

    (4)

  • Michael W.

    We had a wonderful dinner there this week. We went early, and it was quiet. The service was great. Had the filet mignon, and it was cooked exactly as I ordered. Lovely place.

    (5)

  • Stephanie F.

    My husband and I just had dinner here last weekend on our getaway to Mendocino. Cafe Beaujolais came highly recommended and we looked forward to our dining experience. The setting was quaint and I loved the intimate dining room. We were graciously welcomed and seated. Our order was promptly taken and that's when it started going downhill for me. I ordered the Niman Ranch Filet Mignon with mashed potatoes and broccolini. While the steak was tender and cooked to my specification, it had absolutely no flavor at all. The same was true for the potatoes. My whole plate was extremely bland. My husband started with the crabcakes. They were good...not great. He had the Shitake Mushroom & Spinach Crepe with Roasted Avocado, Coconut Rice and a yellow Curry Coconut Sauce. Not much flavor at all. Just ok. Although, I did think the Coconut Rice was good. During our meal, our waitress never made it back around to our table to check with us. We had finished our first glasses of wine and would have ordered another but we didn't see her again until we were finished with our meal. The place was very busy and I think this was more of a reflection on that than on our particular server. She was friendly just not too attentive. For dessert, we shared the Coconut Cream Pie. I was really looking forward to this and was left disappointed. It was ok. Seems to be the theme here. Cafe Beaujolais is marketed as Fine Dining and with the prices, I expected it to be. We were underwhelmed and won't be return customers on our next trip to Mendocino.

    (2)

  • Amy W.

    I have tried to go here 2x in the past 8 years. SUCCESS was found today for Brunch on our way back to SF from Fort Bragg. We split the (asian, but called something else) chicken salad, and....wait for it...the short rib sandwich with brie, served with au jus and horseradish cream (with french fries). That sandwich was perfection, on house baked roll, and jam packed with tender, juicy and flavorful short ribs. It really didn't need the brie, but who am I to complain about a few extra calories? Weight watchers be damned this was a sandwich I will dream about. The salad was also very good and a nice healthy counterpoint to the sandwich. Toasted pine nuts were an interesting and well-balanced change from almonds or peanuts. My minor quibble would be that I have been burping up the Scallions for hours now, but a small price to pay. The total was about $34 with tax and tip. YUM.

    (5)

  • Andrew C.

    Yet another Mendocino restaurant exuding cuteness. Cafe Beaujolais is also a bakery supplying breads to some of the other places in town as well as selling out of a side window ( yelp.com/biz_photos/QFX9… ) which you pass on the way to the restroom. Simple menu with half a dozen appetizers ( yelp.com/biz_photos/QFX9… ) and entrees ( yelp.com/biz_photos/QFX9… yelp.com/biz_photos/QFX9… ) as well as a few daily specials. We started with the Butter- Braised Beets ($10, Sunray's Harvest Micro Greens, Crispy Polenta, Herbed Formaggio and Tarragon Vinaigrette) I could have used more polenta and cheese, but just enough vinaigrette and overall a light and delicious start to the meal. I had the Petaluma Duck Two Ways ($29, Crispy Skin Breast and Leg de Confit, Caramelized Onion Buttermilk Spätezle, Wilted Kale, Balsamic Jus Lié yelp.com/biz_photos/QFX9… ) The breast was rare and juicy, though the skin was not crispy at all. The confit was also moist and tender. The sides went well with the duck. The g/f went with the Wild King Salmon special with saffron rissoto and heirloom tomatoes ($32, yelp.com/biz_photos/QFX9… ). Nicely prepared, moist fish. The accompaniments didn't match the level of the fish. We finished with a glass of Vintage Port which was delivered full of sediment. They quickly brought a new glass when we were finally able to flag down a server (not ours). Service was just OK. Our server seemed a bit pretentious and wasn't around when we needed her.

    (4)

  • Tara K.

    Delicious 5 star food in Mendocino. Cafe Beaujolais is a lovely farmhouse like restaurant in Mendocino, inside the ambience is quiet, intimate with top notch service. They serve a combination of French/New American, with a touch of California -Vegan entree and all. The wines are delicious as to be expected from this area of the country. I had the Tempeh dish which was very good - my only quibble I wish it had a tiny bit more sauce. My Fiancee had the steak and said it was one of the best he ever had. This is a must stop if you are in Mendocino or the surrounding area.

    (5)

  • Joanna L.

    The birds are always singing my song (Cheep! Cheep!), so dinner at Beaujolais was a HUGE splurge for me. Did you know that this restaurant is in a house in a normal neighborhood? The dining area in this house is where the living room is in mine, and they manage to fit a lot of tables in here without making things cramped. It's a cozy spot for a winter meal and, as nice as this place is, jeans are welcome. Always a plus in my book. I love when a menu focuses on seasonality but still has several options. I had the filet mignon (a little too cooked for my medium-rare request), which came with smooth and creamy mashed potatoes and vegetables. It was a very good dish, but there was nothing remarkable about it. Remarkable made an appearance with dessert: chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream and a fudgy sauce. I normally refrain from sharing dessert anyway, but, in this instance, I would have slapped anyone who tried to come between me and my cake. Overall, a wonderful place to enjoy a leisurely, indulgent meal.

    (4)

  • Anne P.

    I'd never consider myself a food snob...but the duck plate needed a little help. The hype meets the prices spot on. The snobbery made me feel like a princess. The appetizer (ahi tuna) and the dessert (ginger bread) were YUM, so I should've just gone for that alone. The duck plate (granted this was my second time eating duck) needed help as the side (some sloppy noodle in rich sauce) didn't complement the seared duck which was the majority of the platter, but rather competed with it instead - as it was just too much rich stuff with an afterthought of unseasoned steamed kale. I'd much prefer something zesty and light to complement such a rich meat. That said, I loved the baked duck, as the meat and skin were some sort of AMAZING. Everything else on the plate could take a hike. Going outside to pee was weird - good thing it wasn't raining? The food quality needs to work harder to meet the prices, that said, I won't be going back...

    (2)

  • sayo n.

    We wandered in for dinner while in Mendocino in early January (2014), and were rewarded with quick service and very good food. My wife's steak was perfectly cooked, and nicely plated. She said it was great. I had the spinach and mushroom crepe with an Indian curry sauce. It was beautifully presented, and had wonderful flavor. We had the crab cake appetizer too; it was excellent. The service was efficient but not very warm or friendly. Still, I would happily eat there again, and have recommended it to friends.

    (4)

  • Chad C.

    We had a reservation for 7:30 last night and we were promptly sat. The hostess brought us water and told us the soup specials. About 5 minutes later our waitress, Maritha, greeted us, opened our bottle of wine and very quickly mentioned the specials again. I have never had a server go over specials like this, "the appetizer specials are a steak tartare for $$ and a ..... for $$". 10 minutes later, she came back and took our appetizer order. We had a phenomenal seared ahi plate along with the delicious, fresh crab cakes. Once we finished these plates, 10 minutes pass and the server asks what we would like as entrees. I ordered the filet and my girlfriend ordered the chicken dish. Both were very well prepared and nothing short of delicious. For desert we had the chocolate lava cake. Exceptional!! Throughout the evening, the server never once asked how our meal was, never filled our water glasses, never asked to chill our wine and never even refilled our wine glasses. I guess a corkage fee is just that, a corkage fee and nothing more?? Being someone that has worked in the service industry, throughout college, I was extremely dissatisfied with the service and certainly made me question the amount of tip deserved. For such a nice, quaint, special restaurant with great reviews I expected the same with the service. Not sure if it was an off night but it was unacceptable to me. The food luckily was delicious! Service was horrible.

    (3)

  • Ihno L.

    Tough one. 2.5 stars overall. The food was hit or miss, atmosphere was the opposite of lively, and service was functional. I had much higher expectations. - Food: Crab cakes were fresh (but why the Asian slaw and crispy noodles?). Corn soup was nice and very flavorful (ask for a cup-size portion). Duck was underwhelming (except when eaten w/ the blackberry jus, which leaves you w/ an odd blackberry pie aftertaste). Sturgeon was a bit dry, but the truffle emulsion sauce was creamy and memorable (but presentation-wise, it was chaos on a plate). And... the chocolate lava cake (while tasty) imploded on itself and looked more like a souffle gone wrong. - Atmosphere: Sleepy. (Because it was Monday night?) Felt like all the energy and enthusiasm had mysteriously left the room. And went to dinner elsewhere with a younger crowd... (yes, that's Exactly it) - Service: Prompt. By-the-book. But seemed purely functional and not engaging whatsoever.

    (2)

  • Mary N.

    Reservations are a must on a Saturday night. We had reservations at 8:45pm and were able to be seated without a problem. A group of 4 people were waiting in the lobby area. They also had reservations but did not get seated until at least 30 minutes after us. They told us they were offered some free wine while they waited. I had the duck cooked two ways. A very good dish. The breast pieces were sliced thin and cooked medium rare. The crispy leg could use a list more "crispiness" on the skin. The vegetarian option was decent but needed a lot more sauce. The second half of the dish was rather dry once you run out of the sauce.

    (4)

  • Janet S.

    We were celebrating our friend's birthday and was excited to find out that Café Beaujolais was next door to the Nicholson House Inn where we were staying. Started w/ a baby spinach salad w/ almond-crusted goat cheese. Then had the filet mignon w/ a cabernet blue cheese reduction. Cooked perfectly, very tender and flavorful. Hubby had the salmon which was also delicious. Finished off w/ their coconut cream pie in a chocolate macaroon crust. Eyes still rolling to the back of my head . . .

    (4)

  • Tiffany T.

    If I could give Beaujoulais 0 stars, I would. Went to dinner late on a Saturday night, and the experience was horrible. The place is cute, and we were expecting good food because of the reviews, but that overed quickly. Despite the cold outside, it was stifling hot in the restaurant. And somehow the bread was served cold - and ironically placed in a towel to stay warm - wat. It also seemed to have been burned. The waitress was good enough - but not fine dining trained, as the prices would lead you to believe - when asked for a wine recommendation I was told to ....look at the wine list. Wat. Entrees - begin disaster. The sturgeon was gooey, oversalted, and looked like dog vomit on a plate. I adore earthy frenchy flavors, but the fish literally tasted like mud in my mouth. I'm aware that sturgeon is a strongly flavored fish, but not THAT strong. My boyfriend's salmon was a special - for $35 - and was strangely Asian fusion in style and ingredients. At a French place? Wat. On top of a mushy risotto with little flavor, a disgustingly sweet ginger plum coulis straight out of cheap Chinese takeout, the actual salmon was raw. I'm aware of the Asian fusion trend of lazily half cooked fish, but it kinda only works with tuna. We returned it (the waitress was slightly defensive) and it returned a bit more edible. None of it worked. Dessert - chocolate lava cake took forever to produce, and was overcooked. The chocolate sauce accompanying the ice cream was - no joke - disgusting and bitter (my boyfriend regularly eats 85% cacao chocolate and still retched). In summary, this place seems to have once been a great place. Today it is all pretenses and mediocrity. We went expecting a classic French fine dining experience and literally ran away sorely butthurt and disappointed. Everybody, let's just go eat at Ravens.

    (1)

  • Adrienne G.

    Our 1st evening in Mendocino kicked off a fab weekend w/ Cafe Beaujolais Started w/ a Aussie Sparkling Shiraz which was out of this world! Our waitress was kind enough to give us a card w/ the wine's info so we could look around for it once we got back home - props! Started out w/ sharing the Roasted Beet Salad....it was absolutely outstanding - FRESH yellow & red beets were all sliced & layered in this incredibly creamy & delish hollaindaise-like sauce Entree consisted of the Butternut Squash Crepes for us both. I had a phenomenal glass of Zin & quickly went online to order more soon as we got back to the room BF had a disappointing glass of Pinot - stick w/ the Dogwood Cellars Zin!! Shared the Coconut Cream Torte for dessert & it was chewy & coconutty & all kinds of goooood Definitely a wonderful way to welcome us to Mendocino & a fabulous staycation

    (5)

  • Bonnie L.

    My husband enjoyed the duckling prepared two ways, pan seared duck breast and the hind quarter prepared confit. Outstanding! I ordered the filet, medium rare. When I cut into it, I found a well-done piece of meat. I immediately alerted my food server who whisked away that overdone piece of meat and replaced it with a correctly done steak. It was prepared to perfection and delightfully seasoned. Because of my wait for the properly cooked steak, the cost of my meal was comped. THIS RESTAURANT KNOWS CUSTOMER SERVICE! Everything about the dinner, dessert, and ambiance was totally enjoyable. We would dine here again!

    (5)

  • Jason S.

    We started off with the Ahi Tuna Appetizer. Amazing. The bread for the table was 4 different types...so good. My Lamb? Very Meh. I tried other peoples dinners and they were very meh as well. Gingerbread Dessert was very average. I will not return but I won't say I had a horrible experience. The hype was not met and wish I ate somewhere else after dropping that much coin.

    (3)

  • Kate S.

    Our wedding reception was at Cafe Beaujolais, and I have eaten there twice before that night. Every time we were amazed by the food and the atmosphere. David and his wife were very accommodating with our wishes, as we brought in a tent and a photobooth, even a music system for some dancing, and many extra linens and dishes, and helped us pack up afterwards. Below is a excerpt from an email I sent them after the wedding. (Basically, everything was WONDERFUL. Such a magical night!) "My husband and I and our families would like to thank you for the amazing reception you put on for us at Cafe Beaujolais.. We so appreciate you allowing us to take over your restaurant and your garden, and we and our guests had an amazing time. The food was absolutely delicious, and we received compliments on our choices all night long (hopefully they also made their compliments to you!). The service during cocktail hour and dinner was wonderful, and we very much enjoyed being able to relax and visit with our friends and family while you made sure we were comfortable. We are also impressed by how quickly and safely our belongings were packed up after the reception. We have nothing but compliments for you and your staff, and look forward to visiting Cafe Beaujolais again in the future." Aside from our wedding reception that had 45 people (a bit tight in the restaurant, but it worked!), our dinner for two a few months back was absolutely amazing. The duck and filet mignon are fantastic, the crab cakes are out of this world...the champagne cocktails delicious. It can get pricey, as I believe we were about $120 for app, dinner, drink, and dessert. It was so worth it! Even better is their lunch, which has such delicious food for very good prices. I highly, highly recommend.

    (5)

  • Michael Y.

    What was the most offensive thing about the Crab Cake Benedict? Was it the over-dressed side salad? Was it the under-cooked poached eggs? Was it the "I never meant a spice I did not want to use" seasoned bread crumbs on the crab cakes that completely drowned out the flavor of the crab (we will give these hacks the benefit of the doubt and assume it was not canned crab)? Was it the unripe avocado? No - I think the thing that was the most disrespectful to the legacy of Margaret Fox was the "out of season", nasty, unripe tomato inserted between the soggy bread and the soggy crab cake. I have heard the restaurant is for sale. Hopefully it will be bought by someone with some sense of history who will at a bare minimum use fresh locally sourced ingredients that are in season.

    (1)

  • Amy V.

    This place is so wonderful, we have to go everytime we're even close to the area. I know it's pricey (lunch cost us close to $60 with an appetizer including tip, etc.) but SO WORTH IT. Update on my previous comments about service - it must have been the timing last time we visited. The most recent occasions the service has been very prompt, no delay in being seated, and our servers were overly accommodating they were so friendly. This latest time we tried the crab cakes and I definitely recommend them. Very tasty and there was so much crab and so little filling that they partly fell apart and required a fork to eat every last bite, but that doesn't seem like much of a concern to me, it was a joy to start the meal with. The citrus vinaigrette on the shanghai salad is made with kaffir lime and something else that is truly magical, I think I could pour it on cardboard and be happy. My hubby was so happy that the braised short rib sandwich is a standard on the menu and not a special - he definitely recommends it. The plate is very filling including fries and a side of fruit, generally grapes.

    (5)

  • Garrett P.

    Deliciousness on a plate...... Beaujolais Cafe is easily among the better restaurants I've dined at. It has a light, open feel in terms of decorations, and the food follows the design's path. Traditional French dishes haven't ever been a favorite of mine. Cafe Beaujolais (in a coordinated strike on my taste senses in association with Zazie and the Ledford House restaurants) has turned me into somewhat of a French fare lover. The Boulliabasse is one piece of strong evidence in my switch. It is like Cioppiono, one of my favorite stews, just with a lighter broth. At Beaujolais, they pack the dish full of well-cooked seafood ranging from Mussels to fish. It's one delicious dish. The seafood is fresh and deliciously prepared, and the chicken is tender and juicy. Then there's the duck leg confit, also tender and scrumptious. Crab cakes are done right here as well, with subtle binding and lumps of crab meat lightly "toasted". Last are the desserts. The Creme Brulee is to die for, and the Cherry Crisp is the perfect finish to an expensive, yet amazing meal at Beaujolais Cafe.

    (4)

  • Kellymarie D.

    Had our honeymoon dinner here, the Ahi app was the star of the meal. However the duck two ways and lamb shank were heavenly. We finished the meal with the fruit sorbet I'd recommend the cranberry sorbet it's so unique. Great meal to top off a great weekend. Only disappointment...it's a French restaurant and there wasn't escargot on the menu. Hopefully next time- we'll be back!

    (4)

  • Caroline M.

    The food was good, but nothing truly amazing. When I ordered the sturgeon, the server asked me if "medium rare" was all right; however, when I took a bite, it felt pretty well-done to me. The sauce and the pasta were very good. My husband enjoyed his Niman Ranch filet, but it was nothing special. My favorite part of the meal was the coconut cream pie. My husband found it to be too sweet (too much caramel), but I really enjoyed the chocolate coconut crust. After we finished eating and paid the bill, I made the mistake of leaning in to the wall/shelf fixture to my right, where I smelled a pretty bad smell that would have put me off completely had I caught a whiff of it before or during dinner. I don't know if the smell was coming from the wall/shelf itself (maybe the paint was old?) or from the corner of the room (maybe some food had fallen but had never gotten cleaned up?) As my friend would say, it smelled like ***. And just like witnessing an accident where one can't help but look, I found myself leaning in and sniffing unconsciously until I couldn't take it anymore and had my husband get up so we could leave. This place is okay, but I probably would not go back.

    (3)

  • El G.

    I'm not sure what the hype is about this place. The food was OK. Just ok. Not amazing. The worst part was how snobby the whole place was. I've had much better food that didn't come along with snobby employees. The waitress said 3 things to us which were: here's your water, what do you want to order, here's your check. We are in our early 20s, so she seemed to look down on us as though we can't afford the food we were paying for. Not coming back here. Plus this place is so tiny i could barely walk in the dining room.

    (2)

  • Melissa S.

    I wish I could give this place more stars. We received a honeyfund contribution to come here on our honeymoon. We went without a reservation and were seated by a nice window. The staff were great and even cooked my steak the odd way that I preferred it. My husband got some delicious seafood dish that I can't recall now and still says its the best meal that he has ever had in his life. We got a prawn appetizer, some wine, and a dessert as well. The price was very reasonable for how extremely happy we were with the meal. The ambiance is romantic but not pretentious. We came here from camping for a night, so it was hard to put myself together after being out in the water all day and setting up camp. We did it though in some nice jeans and sweaters and had a great time.

    (5)

  • Janet N.

    GREAT dinning experience!! from 1st course to desert we loved it! Our very knowledgeable waitress helped us find a crazy good Mendocino wine and then had some great recommendations for our meals. The food was very fresh and expertly prepared and dinning in the cozy little house was wonderful. We will be back!!

    (5)

  • Stacy G.

    Years ago, I discovered a Café Beaujolais cookbook in the kitchen of the vacation home we were renting at Sea Ranch. Ever since then, I had wanted to come here, and I finally got my chance on New Year's Eve for lunch. I never would have gotten in without a reservation, and highly recommend making one if you have hopes of eating here. I found the café to be a classy, sunny, French-spirited restaurant housed in a cheerful yellow historic remodeled home in the typical style of Mendocino. It reminded me in many ways of Chez Panisse in Berkeley, even down to the baked Laura Chenel goat cheese salad my husband ordered. (Divine, by the way - do order it!) The food is in a class of its own in this area, where dumpy clam chowder stops may serve good food (or not) but generally offer little by way of ambiance. The ambiance was top-notch here, and the service as well. The hostess was especially pleasant. I can't say that the food is singularly spectacular, having eaten many wonderful, unique meals in my time; it is standard, solid French-California food, although the housemade breads are superb. It just makes you feel good to enjoy a meal here, with a certain je ne sais quoi. I will be returning next time I'm in Mendocino - and I will make reservations ahead of time! I may even buy one of the cookbooks!

    (4)

  • Pam S.

    This was a cute place to eat for an intimate dinner. I enjoyed the lobster bisque and my duck two ways entree. Our server was friendly and attentive. It was rather cramped at our table, however - and though we were seated near a window, the view was of the front door. So, we saw the patrons as the entered and exited which was a little distracting. Still, a really nice option if you're looking for fine dining in Mendocino.

    (4)

  • Marie V.

    Exquisite! Our dinner, from beginning to end, was fabulous! I started with a Cassis Vermouth (on the rocks), Hubby with a North Coast Old 38. We started dinner with a cup of their winter squash soup which was very different than what we expected. It was not a creamy, blended type of soup. It had a lot of onions and tomatoes, and lots of flavor. I opted for the duck (roasted duck breast and duck legs confit glazed with a red wine reduction and served with riced potatoes and braised kale) and Hubby went with the filet mignon (with Yukon Gold mashed potatoes & gravy and braised broccoli spars). The flavors were subtle and very tasty, definitely not bland as another reviewer stated. Hubby ordered a nice Zinfandel to go with his and I had the Atria Choir (a Viognier / Roussanne blend) with my duck. We do not hardly ever have desert, but decided to share a piece of pecan pie with desert wines. The pean pie was also quite amazing! The ambiance is really nice with an elegant countryside appeal. The restaurant wasn't very busy at the time we were there (6 p.m. on a Sunday evening), so it was quiet and very relaxed. The service was also excellent. We will definitely go back!

    (5)

  • David B.

    Great restaurant. Lots of choices, lots of variety. From burgers to Boullebais the menu is excellent. Burgers equally wonderful. Extensive wine selection. Extensive dessert menu and dessert wine offerings. Almond banana or the lemon sorbet are both excellent dessert choices. Highly recommended for lunch or dinner. Located in beautiful cottage in bucolic seaside village.

    (5)

  • Anthea S.

    Food was much better this time around but the service was off off. The appetizers were better than the mains - more innovative and interesting. We had brussel sprouts that were flash fried - with the perfect combination of crispness, olive oil, smoky flavors and the right 'al dente' - melt in your mouth. My husband had crab cakes that were to die for (award winners in past crab cake festivals.) Our main courses lacked imagination and creativity - duck, pork chop, filet mignon, chicken breast. The filet was on mashed potatoes and the chicken breast was an airline cut on risotto that was a bit laden. Their main courses are presented 80's style continental cuisine. Our server disappeared after delivering the main course (never asked how it was) and then someone else much much much later asked if we wanted dessert. All in all this place's reputation deserves better. Again, the appetizers were fabulous. The mains - eh. The service - hmmmmm.

    (3)

  • Courtney T.

    I have had the divine pleasure of dining here twice. The second visit, I was on a road trip and planned the latter half of our driving route just so that we could include eating here. It is a bit expensive, but absolutely worth it. I consider it a treat to myself. The setting is intimate & casual. The food is incredible. I think the duck might be my favorite thing on the menu. I am definitely looking forward to eating here again...I only wish they were closer to where I live!

    (5)

  • E C.

    Simple elegance with delicious food. We drove up from the Bay Area and chose this place based on yelp reviews and the menu. We weren't dissapointed one bit. We ordered the duck and sturgeon. The food amazingly came out literally in 10 min. We weren't sure wherther it was prepared earlier and warmed up but the food passed our taste test and we couldn't say it was cooked earlier. The duck was thinly sliced and the portions not huge but tasty. The sturgeon is highly recommended. Super juicy and not over/under cooked. Flavors were tremendous. The noodles cooked just right. Prices are high and portions not huge. But flavor is plentiful.

    (4)

  • vadim m.

    The service was great. The environment was nice. The wine was excellent. Appetizers (soup and chicken liver) were excellent. However, the vegan course and chicken breast were very disappointing for a high value. $25 each course - and it tasted like a joke. I was afraid to order dessert because of bland main entrees. Sheesh

    (3)

  • Inga W.

    We had a nice, romantic dinner here celebrating our one year. This place was cute, quaint and casual but still nice for a good dinner. The appetizers out shined the entrees, we had the foi gras and the beets which were great, but the steak and duck were a bit simple and lacked elegance. The plating and side dishes were there more as obligation rather than nice pairing. The berry coblber was a bit watery for my taste and just no creative. Nothing French about it. We had a great wine recommended by our waitress. The service was nice and attentive. It was nice but not nice enough to come back to or call it a foodie establishment. But then again Mendocino has limitations. The price tag was also $170 so for that we could have some better meals in wine country or even San Francisco. I guess I expect more from a coastal town.

    (3)

  • Tyler Y.

    Very underwhelmed. So we eat out a lot and really love find dining, and staying in Mendo of course we wanted to try some of the better restaurants. Our Host-es was extremely nice and inviting, but when we sat down we got the most unpleasant waitress ever. Even the other waitress that was working that night (it was a tuesday) come over to try and help pick up her slack because she was doing a very poor job of taking care of customers. Now I understand if you are having a bad night, but this gets better... My partner and I are younger, but we are really motivated and have worked pretty hard to be "well off", and I think she was treating us like we were just some kids that thought it would be cool to have a nice dinner, because when we sat down 3 more groups of older people came in and her mood immediately improved for them, and we hardly ever saw her again because she was working their tables much harder than ours. Really tacky... As for the food, it was good, but it was not priced appropriately. I think they can get away with it because its one of the only nice restaurants in Mendo, my risotto was really soggy and over cooked, and what I got for like $30 was a mushy pile of risotto, and 7 microscopically thin slices of lamb. Fine dining usually has lesser proportions, but really? Rice and lamb? Long story short, I dont usually write bad reviews, but this place was not very impressive. If you want a 5 star meal, there are other places that actually give you what you are paying for.

    (2)

  • Melody T.

    The decor is A+ all the way. It's located in a small little yellow house and inside it's equally as adorable. REALLY enjoyed the experience - two small rooms make up the place. We went on a Sunday night (low season) and there were only a few tables seated. The hostess aka waitress was polite, but not terribly friendly..which was fine. THE CLAM CHOWDER IS PROBABLY THE BEST I'VE EVER HAD. Steak Tartar also very good. Escargot.. I'd had better recently (Ledford House) Filet Mignon - steak was good, but the potatoes/cabbage? on the side were not very tasty.. Garlic chicken w/mashed potatoes - OK, nothing too special. Despite some of the dishes being mediocre, I'd definitely come back again next time we're in Mendocino. The place is just so cute..irresistibly so, and I'd get an order of clam chowder to myself (not sharing this time) and try the crab cakes too!

    (4)

  • Leslie K.

    We couldn't remember if we'd been here 2 or 3 times before but each previous time was for dinner. We were thrilled to find they are open for lunch. I had a delicious vegetable napoleon layered with polenta. This was the best polenta I've ever had; some of the layers were cooked with beat juice while the other layers were swarming with fresh herbs. The vegetables were thinly sliced and a lovely, sweet, golden beat sauce was on the side. I was tempted by their champagne cocktails but opted for an iced lavender black tea. My partner had a cocktail with peach syrup and bitters...I tasted it. Just perfection on a beautiful, warm Mendocino afternoon. We were too full for their desserts but did buy some loaves of bread to take home.

    (5)

  • Ed U.

    Not that I am such a fancy pants when it comes to food, I always seem to gravitate to the same sort of above-the-median-priced restaurants when I'm in renowned tourist hamlets. In Cambria near Hearst Castle, it was Robin's. In Mendocino, it's Cafe Beaujolais. They tend to look like Connecticut houses done up by Martha Stewart's TV crew, and Cafe Beaujolais is no exception. The reason Jamie W. and I came here is because I heard it was a true dining destination in these parts, even though I had just read Broadway diva Patti Lupone's blog about her visit here. Let's just say they didn't give her a standing ovation. But my service experience was top-notch. I had made a reservation online, and when we got there, they had no record of it. I was getting ready to be ejected, but instead the hostess was gracious as can be and seated us in a nice corner table in the back sun room. What I realized later was that I inadvertently put in the wrong date on my reservation. When I confessed for my penance, she was genuinely understanding. Understand the place was completely packed and she was turning away walk-ins with suggestions to try the Ledford House a half hour south on Highway One. Kudos to her for that. Even though the presentation was quite nice, the food quality was simply good, sometimes special but more often fell a bit short. We started with two appetizers - the $10 Butter-Braised Beets with Sunray's Harvest Micro Greens, Crispy Polenta, Herbed Formaggio and a Tarragon Vinaigrette, and the $12 Cider-Braised Niman Ranch Pork Belly Apple Micro-Green Salad and Onion Jam (see my photos). The fresh beets were fine though a bit overlacquered by the vinaigrette, while the polenta was just a thimble-sized serving with a cream cheesy-filling. I was not a fan of the pork belly since the fat was too overwhelming to enjoy the pork itself, and the onion jam was fighting with the sauce ladled with the belly. Entrees were somewhat more successful. Jamie went for the $31 Red Wine-Braised Niman Ranch Short Ribs with Parsnip Puree, French Onions, Fennel and Carrots and a Horseradish Creme Fraiche (see my photo). The meat portion was generous to put it mildly, just a bit off on tenderness. The rest of it was tasty though. I ordered the $29 Petaluma Duck Two Ways - Crispy Skin Breast and Leg de Confit - with Celery Root Puree, Wilted Kale, and Spring Cherry Reduction (see my photo). It's a nice variety of duck to present on one plate, and the accompaniments worked well. We were quite sated after all that but not enough for us to turn away an $8 slice of Coconut Cream Pie with a Macaroon Crust and Caramel Sauce (see my photo). Now that was superb, especially the ground macaroons. Decadent, almost cheesecake-like in consistency and a duel to the death with our respective forks. After we finished, we both felt it was all quite solid bistro fare - and I'm sure right up there in the immediate area - but the "it" factor was not there. FOOD - 4 stars...good dishes, just not quite wow enough for me AMBIANCE - 4 stars...cozy enough in the back SERVICE - 4.5 stars...5 stars for the hostess...the efficient, semi-personable server ranks about 3.5 stars TOTAL - 4 stars...worth trying if in Mendo - especially with not much else open during the off season.

    (4)

  • J.A. K.

    What a disappointment! We had loved our previous meals here, but this was over the top rich, oversalted and out of balance. We adore French food, but this dinner held too many examples of why it fell drastically out of fashion in the late '80's. - Burgundy escargot. Nice flavors, nothing exceptional, but just way too rich. Swimming in high-fat butter, which was a theme here. - Corn chowder with fresh tomatoes. Very good, but no option for a cup, only a bowl. Again, very rich. - Duck: sliced roasted breast and leg confit, with wilted kale, caramelized onion buttermilk spaetzle, and a huckleberry sauce. Fruit sauce more sweet than savory, which we dislike. Spaetzle was oddly sweet as well, even through the acidity of the buttermilk. The confit was poorly rinsed, and borderline overfried on the reheating. - Sturgeon with "truffle emulsion sauce." Awful. Fish was borderline fresh, the sauce was a veritable ocean of butter and cream. Even the nice washed capers in the tagliatelle couldn't penetrate the butterfat overdose. The diced golden beets and sugar snap peas also swimming around were an odd choice. Neither one added anything to the other ingredients, nor was enhanced by the sauce. Indeed, they seemed jarring together. The beets tasted a little bitter against all that fatty creaminess and the grassiness of the snap peas (usually one of my fav veggies) was just plain wrong. - Tiramisu came in a shallow ramekin as an unsuccessful deconstructed version. Cake instead of ladyfingers. Great mascarpone filling but too little of it, and buried under a thick blizzard of dusty unsweetened cocoa. The pitcher of coffee syrup to pour over was sweeter than a Starbucks caramel latte. The coffee was mixed: the regular was very good, the decaf a bit more acidic and since it wasn't that fresh, a little tired as well. Overall: huge disappointment. Once a destination restaurant for us, but no longer. Anyone who thinks this is good French food, hasn't eaten at La Folie or Etoile.

    (2)

  • Jamie H.

    Cute little house. The service was great. I had Duck for the first time. It was great! Was not too impressed with coconut cream pie. The Hawaiian Ahi was good.

    (4)

  • Kristen S.

    The steak tar tar was average at best. I've had much better! Ditto for the fillet mignon. My friend wasn't gaga over her leg of lamb either. Another French restaurant bites the dust.

    (3)

  • Albert S.

    This place had been on my radar for a while and I got the opportunity to go for a lunch a few weeks ago. We got the Seared Ahi for a starter and the Shortrib Sandwich and Bacon Brie Baquette for our entrees. Everything was delicious. However, the obnoxious, nouveau riche clientele was a big turn off. We felt a bit crammed in with the other tables and could hear almost every word of their conversations, which were both annoying and unpleasant. The waitstaff is, understandably, aloof.

    (4)

  • Mike V.

    I don't see how you can give this place any less than five stars. My only advice, LISTEN to you servers. They know the menu COLD and even know the history of some of the dishes and every detail of their composition. I made reservations in advance for the atrium and they gave us the best seat in the house overlooking the gardens in back. And we took our server's advice and ordered the steak tartare (seriously one of the best I have ever had in my life) and Seared French Foie Gras (which was a HUGE helping of some of the best foie gras we had ever had). Their wine menu was very good and they had at least four of her favorites, including a delicious sparking number she ultimately settled on. We also had the famous Sturgeon which I loved (note: i love sturgeon, but it's not for everyone) and what I consider the best meal of the night, the Petaluma Duck Two Ways Crispy Skin Breast and Leg de Confit. The Spätezle was almost as good as my grandmothers and you find yourself trying to sop up all the sauce from the duck since you've long since run out of their fresh bread. Which brings me to the bread. I went through two baskets. I'll leave it at that. :) They also play the most romantic music and we had the atrium all to ourselves for over 45 minutes (early seating) and gorgeous views in all directions. You can even see the ocean from the atrium. We can't wait to go back.

    (5)

  • Julie C.

    For all the rave reviews here-- I found Cafe Beaujolais ...average. :-/ He had the sturgeon, I had the chicken. Both dishes were cooked properly and served in sufficient portion. Excellent wine list. Chocolate sherbet was killer. Friendly staff.

    (3)

  • Randy F.

    It's obvious that many of the restaurants in Mendocino cater to the tourist population as an amazing number of them are only open Thurs-Sun. Luckily for us, Cafe Beaujolais, for which we got many recommendations, is open 7 days a week. Upon arrival, the hostess took us to the atrium, a separate dining area that overlooks a beautiful garden and courtyard. Our table was right by the window and would have been great for the sunset, except for the slight fog. Given I hadn't requested anything special, I was appreciative of the nice touch. The menu was diverse and included an assortment of vegetarian, seafood, and meat entrees. Many of the items seemed to stress organic and locally grown ingredients, though our waitress never explained this (more on that later). We ultimately decided on two appetizers and two entrees: Crab cakes - we had seen the numerous awards for this appetizer in the main dining room before being taken to the atrium, so decided to try. The crab cakes were fresh and very lightly fried. It was accompanied by a light salad of a variety of garden vegetables and flowers. Deep fried won ton noodles accompanying the salad seemed a bit out of place (think the noodles that come out of those prepacked salads). Escargot with Filo Dough - absolutely delicious. This appetizer was decadent with the cheese and the filo dough was absolutely perfect, both to absorb the sauce and also the creaminess of the cheese. The escargot pieces were plump, tasty, and plentiful. Filet mignon with sonoma foie gras butter - While I love foie gras, the butter wasn't as good as an actual piece of foie gras. I'm also more a fan of the tastier rib eye, so while the filet mignon was good, I just never find filet quite tasty enough. A nice selection of morels were included and the horseradish deep fried potato croquette was rich and delicious. Several Chinese broccoli were served with the dish as well. I thought it was a bit pricey at $39. Pan fried sturgeon - the true star of the night. The waitress asked if we wanted this medium rare and we were surprised since this is rarely how fish, especially sturgeon, is done. But we had read the Yelp reviews saying this was a standout dish. And it was! I never order sturgeon as I think it is one of the toughest, most overcooked, tasteless fishes out there. But Cafe Beaujolais showed me how wonderfully delicate, tasty, and succulent sturgeon can be if cooked correctly. The interior was almost like a pan seared ahi tuna and the sauce truly brought this fish alive. The fish was served on a bed of wonderful vegetables and what looked like Chinese egg noodles. We were full after our four items and decided to save dessert for later (about 10 minutes later at our next stop. :) Nonetheless, it was an excellent meal with some standout items and romantic atmosphere in the atrium. The escargot and sturgeon were truly spectacular and I can wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone who goes there. As for the 4 out of 5 star reviews, I'm docking a star based upon the service and just my overall experience. Our waitress was in no way horrible, but she definitely was not friendly. While I saw another waitress cajole and converse with other patrons, ours simply took our orders and served the food. Nothing more. Admittedly, we were the youngest patrons of the night, but it would have been nice to have been asked if we had dined there before, to have received explanation for a few of the dishes, and to have been more engaged. Two small incidents also added to that impression. One, I was curious what type of mushrooms were included with my filet mignon, so I asked. My waitress wasn't around so I asked a second one that brought the steak knife the first had forgotten. She replied, "yeah, those look like mushrooms." a) that answer was totally unhelpful b) if you obviously don't know, than ask someone. It turns out they were morels. What that is I have no idea, but then again, I don't work at a restaurant nor do I cook. (BTW I think it's a type of mushroom) The second incident came at the end of the night. Our waitress asked us if we were enjoying our drinks, which I thought was perfectly fine. But then she casually stated as she walked away, "oh....cause you guys have a way of making them last a really long time." WTH? I honestly don't think she meant it in a mean way, but if I was "nursing" my drink, I guess that's my business, isn't it? Just a weird and totally unnecessary comment. No 5 star restaurant would have had either incident.

    (3)

  • Imee C.

    Really charming restaurant in Mendocino with delicious food. The service was excellent as well. The space is really small and the tables are packed in it, but I didn't find it uncomfortable for anything. Would definitely go back again.

    (4)

  • Novato A.

    Cafe Beaujolais is steadfast and reliable. Always delicious, always two thumbs up. Huzby's appetizer (ahi tuna with mango) was so good I had to sit on my hands and not ask for more than two tastes. My corn soup was slurped to oblivion in no time flat--and I only shared one taste with Huzby. Sturgeon main (Mr. G.) was also delectable (Mr. G. had a minor complaint of toughness but I think that's how the sturgeon crumbles or maybe it stumbles) and my crabcakes were fresh and packed with good flavors. Tiramisu as the dessert was disguised as creme brulee but was unmasked with the first bite. Ye-UM! But please, if you're dining there may I recommend the following: 1) Don't be a pontificating, ominscient, put-a-sock-in-it, blow-hard. Yeah. We get it. You know EVERYTHING. Not only do you know EVERYTHING you want everyone in the restaurant to KNOW you know EVERYTHING. So, now we know. How about you just shut up already and let us have a conversation that doesn't have overtones of your boorish diatribe ringing in our ears? Yeah. That'd be really, really nice. 2) Don't be a fawning, "everything you say is so funny I may wet my pants" date. Honey, you're either faking it or you're just a pushover for COM-O-DEE. He can't POSSIBLY be THAT funny. If he really were THAT funny, he'd be doing standup in LA, NYC, SF or (mercifully, because neither of you would be making a scene at CB) on tour-- OR he'd have his own sitcom. This guy didn't look anything like Larry David, Jerry Seinfeld or George Lopez. A note: These oafs were at two different tables. We had "Check us out. We're all that" in stereo.

    (4)

  • D M.

    Good food, crappy service by a grumpy old woman, lesbian joint (not that there's anything wrong with that). Skip it

    (2)

  • Vi L.

    I was very happy that chose this restaurant to be our "nice" dinner out because everything from the service to the food was delightful. My bf and I started off the evening with 2 cocktails and an order of the Seared French Foie Gras. I loved the presentation of the foie gras when it came out. It was delicious. The cocktails were unique and good as well. For our entrees, I ordered the Petaluma Duck Two Ways and my bf ordered the Filet Mignon. They were both amazing. My favorite part of the duck was the Leg de Confit. It was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. I couldn't even finish my meal because I was so full, but forced myself to eat as much as I could because you can't let duck go to waste. I tried a bite of my bf's filet mignon, and oh my gosh, it was melt in your mouth delicious. He had ordered it medium rare and it was cooked perfectly the way he ordered. I've never had filet taste so soft and decadent before. Way more tasty than the one I had at Ruth Chris recently. We were both way too full to try their desserts. Overall, it was an excellent experience. I also loved the decor of the place. It had a very homey feeling to it.

    (5)

  • Jason R.

    Dinner here was wonderful. Fresh ingredients, great flavors and wonderful service!

    (5)

  • David F.

    Fantastic lunch. Plates were reasonably prices for a high end lunch, particularly of this quality. The duck confit Cobb salad and brie and pear sandwich were fantastic. The hostess was very apologetic even for a 5 minute wait for a table. A bit of a leisurely lunch, which fit what we were looking for. Great wine by the glass list (rare that you see Duckhorn and Silver Oak by the glass).

    (5)

  • Root C.

    The real love story began when I first tried their Sunflower bread several years ago. When ever I visit Mendocino, my friends and I always stuff ourselves with this bread and then take extra loaves home. It's that good! Now for the restaurant, I have eaten here for dinner and for lunch, which starts at 11am. In our most recent visit this weekend, here's what we ordered: - Crab Benedict - probably the best ever because it's all yummy crab meat. It's not stuffed with flower or bread crumbs, etc... Get it if you like crab. - Vegan Sandwich on Sunflower bread, they don't have this on the menu but my best friend just asked them to create something using all in-season veggies and what they brought out was super delicious and fresh tasting. Perfecto!! They did a great job improvising and they were happy to accommodate. Unlike some restaurants that get stuck in their ways and can't possibly think outside of the box when you tell them you are Vegan. It's like they are mentally challenged if it's not on the menu. But not Cafe Beaujolais, they did an awesome job! A+++ for feeding my friend and making us all blissfully happy with good food. This restaurant is well known and they deserve the accolades. Keep up the great work guys! Cheers!

    (5)

  • Jennifer L.

    Had lunch here and was beyond impressed- Bouillabaisse - abundant amount of fresh seafood in very tasty broth, highly satisfying Brie short ribs sandwich - Short ribs meat is extremely tender, Brie is surprisingly wonderful with the meat, two type of dips are provided that go absolutely perfectly with the sandwich

    (4)

  • Nevin M.

    We had high expectations for a nice meal here. Reccommended by foodie friends, good looking reviews here, and honestly, how can a small intimate french restaurant not be good? Ready? In almost every way. We arrived early, and our server was attentive and friendly. We brought a 2005 Switchback ridge cabernet - and it was corked. Perhaps that set the tone for what was to follow. We started with the spinch salad with bacon lardons. That could have easily been described as a spinch salad with a bacon lardon. There were two little bits of bacon. On the entire plate. There was no salad dressing. We like our salads lightly dressed but this salad had a g-string on. And it wasn't good looking. We had to ask for bread. For our entrees, I had the duck two ways, and wife had the crepe. More on the crepe in a minute. I like duck. I like to make duck. I know how to make duck. I guess I should have been in the kitchen. The crispy duck breast was gamy, and I got about 1/3rd of a duck breast. Thinly sliced, and about 6 pieces. Re-assembled it would have been 1 and 1/2 inches of duck breast. Gamy duck breast. Pedestrian sauce. The confit was decent. My wife has what was decribed as a mushroom butternut squash crepe. She said the flavors were good, but the crepe itself was heavy and dense instead of light and fluffy. Perhaps it was an off night - but there is no way that what was served us, even if done perfectly, could have been a five star meal as so many here have described. In fairness they didn't charge us for the plate of spinach. In summary, when you only do a few things you better do them well. They simply did not.

    (3)

  • Mike M.

    A quaint, very small, French restaurant in the heart of Mendocino. There were some ups and downs, but in the end I think the downs have it. Service: Prompt, attentive and not overbearing. Please do not clear finished plates while other diners are still eating. Food: Steak tartar appetizer was disappointing. Overly acidic with vinegar, capers and shaved parmesan cheese. The traditional egg emulsion dressing was missing and despite the whole chicken yolk, the beef was completely overwhelmed by the strong acids and capers. King salmon was an unmitigated disaster. First presentation was beyond overcooked, it was inedible. I asked the waitress what the correct preparation was and she informed me the chef likes to present the fish medium - she assured me they would get it right the second time. Not so. The fish came out raw. Lightly broiled on both sides and cool to the touch in the center. Third try? Underdone again, but I kept it in the interest of time. Note that the same orzo salad (now ice cold) was transferred each time a new piece of fish was cooked. Inexcusable. Kurabuta pork chop was ordered medium - was presented cooked through. Very tasty though. Chicken with creamy polenta was flawless, as was the duo of duck (confit leg and seared breast). For the money ($200+ without my salmon on the menu) I would certainly dine elsewhere in Mendocino. We were thoroughly disappointed.

    (2)

  • Steve H.

    We went on a weeknight and it was packed. Food and service were both outstanding. Fresh ingredients, well prepared. Tables were a little close. This is a small French restaurant.

    (4)

  • Poppy C.

    Eh, I'm inclined to give a three star rating because it's good but I just don't think it was that memorable. Everyone was nice though and nothing tasted terrible so I suppose that rounds up to four. (Yelp ratings are kinda like Junior College grades!) Basically everyone I know says this is the best place to eat in town. It's certainly not bad, I think I just had extremely high expectations. Guess I'm hard to please. I was so unimpressed that on my last trip to Mendo I skipped it entirely so take my review with a grain of salt because it may have improved since....

    (4)

  • Canaan R.

    First, let me say that my review does not encompass just the food. Everyone agrees that the food is great. I recently visited the area and had my girlfriend with me. We went to this establishment based on the reviews and found the food and atmosphere is excellent. So most everyone is now wondering, why the 3 stars only then? Honestly, we were forgotten at least a few times by the wait staff for other tables. I don't know if that is because we were the youngest folks in the room or because we didn't order drinks - the waitress who served us actually appeared visibly offended that we weren't ordering wine with our meal - but the fact remains. We chose the crab cakes to start, the chicken and filet dinners, and finished with the creme brule. All in all, not a bad meal. The service and hospitality could use some improvement though. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone under 50 unless you are ordering copious amounts of wine or expecting long delays between each dish.

    (3)

  • Carol C.

    I am so glad that I went here for lunch because the food for the dinner price might have given it 2 or less stars. Service here is great, although the restaurant itself was tiny. I made a reservation for 2 in advance for lunch on my last day in Modesto, there was no wait for my table when I got there and we were approached quickly by the staff. I had the Quiche and Sangria, which came in a HUGEEEE portion. The quiche could have satisfied 2 for dinner.. No complaints on the quiche or drinks but too expensive for my taste to have enjoyed the place any further.

    (3)

  • Sarah S.

    We arrived here around 6 for an early dinner. When we reached the hostess stand, nobody was around. My husband poked his head into the main dining too. And still nobody came... After we were finally seated, I noticed this happened to several other couples... Maybe you guys need a bell... Appetizers- my husband order the salad with warmed goat cheese... Yum! I was a little rich but overall a very nice salad. I ordered the Tuscan white bean soup. I usually love this type of soup and make it regularly at home. It was just ok. There wasn't much flavor to it, I tried salt, but unfortunately it was just not that great. Meals- when we were out at the wineries, someone recommended the sturgeon so that's what my husband ordered.... This had absolutely no flavor. I am all for wanting the fish to show through, but this was just plain and underwhelming. I had the tuna appetizer as my entree because I wasn't very hungry. What the sturgeon lacked in flavor, the tuna definitely made up for it but not in a good way. The entire bottom of the plate is swimming in wasabi sauce. It was so hot, it cleaned out my sinuses. A drizzle would have gone a long way.... And I thought this was a French restaurants.... Where are all of the yummy French style sauces? Overall, for the price we paid, it was just ok.

    (2)

  • Darin E.

    We had a good dinner here on a Saturday night. We had to wait for our table in the narrow entry way and passed the time by talking with other couples waiting for their tables. Cocktails and wine were served. When our table was ready we were told we were eating not in the main dining hall but in a room in the back top floor of the restaurant. We walked outside and around to a staircase on the side of the building. It was actually an unexpected beautiful diversion. The courtyard we walked through was covered and loaded with flowers that were releasing their scent. Once seated in our crammed little corner table we decided to just order entrees. This town seems to shut down at 9pm and this restaurant was no exception. The place seemed to be emptying out as we sat down so we decided to just get down to business and eat. We made the right decision. Our entrees were rather filling and totally what we were both craving. Meaty, saucy and delicious (Duck & Lamb entrees). I ordered another cocktail (not the strong point of their offerings) and we then ordered the strawberry rhubarb dessert to finish what was a rather pleasant meal. I would definitely come back for round two.

    (4)

  • Anonymous A.

    Given the lush land, perfect farming conditions, and famed California wine production, we were really expecting Mendocino to have a wider array of amazing dining options filled with fresh fare and inventive recipes. We went here because of the positive reviews it received on Yelp. Overall, I'd say it was just "OK," but given our other options, I'm not sure where else we would have gone for a better "nice" meal. As is the case in most of the structures in the town of Mendocino, exterior of the building is charming. The Victorian homes are beautiful and well maintained. Cafe Beaujolais is no exception. It's perfectly adorable, but with a thick weight of snobbery in the air. It's hard to tell whether the pretentiousness was emanating more from the restaurant itself or the majority of the diners within it. We ordered ahi and crab cakes as appetizers, which were fine, but nothing spectacular. For dinner, my husband ordered the filet mignon, which was similarly unremarkable. I ordered the duck two ways. I wish it only came one way. The crispy skinned breast way was delicious. It was tender and juicy without being fatty and greasy. The leg de confit was overly acidic and I just didn't care for it. The spätezle that came with my meal was not as good as how my grandma used to make it, but she set a high bar, so I won't hold that against them. :) I'm not a total food snob. I eat anything from bean & cheese burritos to caviar. As long as it tastes good, the price accompanying the meal is fair, and the service is good, I'm a happy camper. Here, I feel like the price of the meal exceeded the level of quality we received in our food. Had our bill been about half the price, I would have thought it accurately reflected our dining experience. I wish more restaurants (and patrons) would realize that a large bill at the end of one's meal is not indicative of a fine dining experience.

    (2)

  • Tim D.

    A lovely, quick lunch that delivered to expectations. It had been many years since visiting Mendocino, but the historic (in dining circles) Cafe Beaujolais was as good as I remember despite being out of the hands of Margaret Fox, at least in our brief visit. My wife had a beautiful Bouillabaisse, loaded with all the appropriate accouterments, Prawns, Fish, Mussels and Chicken in an excellent saffron tomato broth. All well prepared and perfectly sized for $14. My braised short rib sandwich was superb, with tender, flavorful beef over a melting slice of brie on their Brickery Bakery french bread. It was served with a horseradish creme fraiche spread that was delicious when dipped in the au jus. Served with deftly handled crispy fries. Well worth the $11 price. We left, satisfied and happy, stopping by their bakery to load up on the fantastic bread. While a decidedly brief meal on which to base a glowing review on, it was a wonderful meal at a fair price. Service was efficient and pleasant and the setting very comfortable. The legend lives on...visiting Mendocino without having a meal at Cafe Beaujolais is like visiting Hawaii without going to the beach.

    (4)

  • Linda D.

    Decided to have our final dinner in Mendocino based on a recommendation by Vi L., the innkeeper at Headlands Inn and Vern at Toulouse Winery. I'm glad we followed their advice. We made a reservation that Friday afternoon and luckily we were able to get one for 8:45. It was crowded when we arrived and I'm sure we would not have been seated had we not made the reservation. The late dinner was perfect for us since we had spent the day eating our way through Fort Bragg anyway. We both had the crab cakes and filet mignon with a glass of red wine (Husch Pinot Noir for me, and some Australian Cab for my boyfriend). The crab cakes were good, although I was a little confused as to how I was supposed to eat it with the Asian slaw without it falling everywhere. The filet mignon was delicious. We were too full to have any dessert, but I look forward to returning and trying their creme brûlée.

    (4)

  • Sara B.

    Amazing in every way. Cute cottage restaurant. Grest service. Impressive extensive wine list. To die for food. Cant wait to return.

    (5)

  • Sandie B.

    Cute place, great service, and very good food. We had the spinach salad which was good but not great. The real star was the filet mignon--in an amazing sauce served on a delicious bed of mashed potatoes and broccolini. They also serve champagne cocktails with Roederer Brut, which just makes me happy, as Roederer is the best!

    (4)

  • Ryan S.

    Maybe we hit it on an off day but we stopped for lunch on Saturday after hearing rave reviews about this place. The ambiance is lovely, very beautiful and well decorated. The wine list is great, lots of local pics and good to see some Burgundy as well. The food was just OK though. I had the blackened tuna sandwich which was a bland and over cooked. The crab Benedict was a little heavy and not overly inspired. I'd come back for dinner but impressions were well below the amazing Wild Fish a few miles away.

    (3)

  • Heather R.

    Came to enjoy our 10 year wedding anniversary and birthdays- One of the most amazing meal I have ever had, and the decor was splendid! App- Me: Heirloom tomato salad 9 out of 10 Hubbs: Soup (??) with fresh crab 9 out of 10 Entree: Me: Fillet Mignon w/ White Cheddar Risotto and broccolini Hubbs: Fillet Mignon w/ Mashed potatos and broccolini Both 9 out of 10 Desert: Split the chocolate lava cake with vanilla bean ice cream- 10 out of 10! Looking forward to our next visit.

    (4)

  • Derrick V.

    I didn't expect much from Mendocino after eating at 955 Ukiah. However, Cafe Beajolais turned it around for me fortunately with great food and service. We tried the ceasar salad, delicious, made proper with anchovies (955 Ukiah did not). The Niman Ranch burger was great but my Bouillabaise was even better. Excellent tomato saffron broth, with fresh seafood and toasted bread. Try their specialty breads too, loved the Herb Stirato.

    (5)

  • Alison S.

    My review may be slightly off because I celebrated my engagement at Cafe Beaujolais, and probably would have been happy even with a frozen pizza. :) However, the sturgeon and duck were incredible, as was our almond crusted banana dessert. The only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars was because our waitress treated us very poorly. However, I contacted the restaurant and they made amends. Highly recommended if you're in the Mendocino area.

    (4)

  • Taylor E.

    Ok... So this place is COMPLETELY the bomb! Great service, meaty crab cakes, sturgeon in wild chanterelles, and duck confit was the best I've enjoyed in years. Washed down with local Mendocino Pinot Noir (Londer). To top it off, we paired the housemade coconut cream pie with Navarro late harvest gewürztraminer (local as well). Heaven.

    (5)

  • Vimal T.

    "eek! Methinks not" sounds about right for this place My wife and I went to this place for dinner when we stayed in Mendocino in May 2011. We decided to splurge our hard earned dollars at this place based on yelp reviews. We were greeted by an unfriendly waitress who looked at me like I was a homeless person or something and took us to our table. She then served us a bottle of water and gave us the menu and then left us to our devices to make our selections. She never told us about the restaurant specials or asked us if we had any questions about the menu. We learned about the specials when we overheard her cheerfully reciting it to folks at the table behind us. We were quite taken aback by the difference in her attitude towards us vs other tables We ordered escargot for appetizers and a couple of other dishes whose names escapes my mind for dinner. My wife and I also ordered wine as this was our first big meal together after our wedding. The escargot can be best described by attributes that are associated with carbon monoxide --- colorless, odorless and tasteless. This along with our unfriendly waitress made it a not-so-enjoyable evening for us at Cafe Beaujolais. Overall, I would say go this place at your own risk. If you happen to look and act like you are a part of the "under fiddy" crew, then you better not expect great service at this place.

    (1)

  • Kelly T.

    I actually attended a wedding reception here. The garden was quite lovely for cocktail hour. The restaurant itself is in a charming little house, but not ideal for a wedding reception. Food was pretty good. One of the wedding guests sitting next to me slathered a HUGE pat of butter onto his bread, took a bite and commented "Good butter." The owner of the restaurant who happened to be sitting directly across from him, smiled and said "We imported it from France." And butter boy replied "I can tell, it's really good." Haha, I found that exchange amusing just because I can't even begin to tell the difference between regular or gourmet butter.

    (3)

  • Jenny A.

    I went to Cafe Beaujolais about three years ago and was eager to try it again. They're currently going through renovations and sitting everyone mainly in the front dinning room to avoid the paint smell. I got the fettuccine with shrimp and it was very tasty and surprisingly light and refreshing compared to most pastas I've tried. Their bread is amazing too, we bought a baguette to take home and I was sad when I finished it. All the servers are very nice, the food came surprisingly fast which is always a plus for me. Prices are on the high end but I think they're reasonable for the freshness of the ingredients.

    (4)

  • A. W.

    Everything was just right! One waitress flowed from the reservation desk through the dining area solo and made sure that everyone was taken care of. Her attentive behavior and attention to detail were impressive. The food was impeccable from the appetizers to dessert. The seared tuna and chicken fois gras were amazing as were the other dishes that my dining companion ate. They did not offer an option for gluten free bread, that is the only negative part of the whole dining experience. We will go back, for sure ...

    (5)

  • Bruce T.

    Foie gras, crab cakes, duck, sturgeon and banana cream pie. Every dish excellent. For our taste on par with the Jean George in NYC and the best San Francisco has to offer.

    (5)

  • Donna A.

    Petaluma Duck Two Ways dish was awesome & delicious!!!! Cozy & warm setup!

    (4)

  • Loren F.

    We always wanted to go here to eat because of their reputation. It was everything we've heard and read about this restaurant. It's a must if you're on the northern CA coast.

    (5)

  • Tony H.

    We have eaten here a few times, always very good. We had our wedding luncheon here and everything was fantastic. From the menu planning to the food.

    (5)

  • Arash H.

    Considering the food quality is average and our bill was $200 for two, I would give this place 2.5-3 stars. This is a small restaurant with average noise level, good to take dates with good service nothing exceptional. We started with the Burgundy Escargot Gratin which was average and Organic Chicken Liver Pate which was not good at all. The Pate was average by it's self but the Pickled Onions was not really pickled, Toy Box Tomatoes did not go with the Pate and Crostini was not made right. For main course we had the Niman Ranch Filet Mignon which was good but the mashed potatoes felt powdery! I felt like it came out of a box (I hope not) made the whole dish average or below average. The other dish we got was Pan Roasted California Sturgeon Fillet which was cooked very well but I still give it an average taste due to the presentation and stuff that came with it. Our bill was about $170 and I gave $30 tip for a flat out the door of $200, which I really won't care if our experience was good or at least above average...

    (3)

  • Mae M.

    We had a reservation and since the place is so small, we weren't seated until 25 minutes later; however, the food is superb! I had the duck confit served two ways with their infamous jam. Ball n' chain had the foie gras smeared onto the filet mignon, with the jam on the side. Yes, you read that right and it was delicious. Probably the best foie gras I've ever had. Even their sides, like the truffled potatoes or corn succotash, were delicious mini meals as well. I think they make their own sparkling water, which was also delicious. Their desserts were just as impeccable. I suggest to opt for the molten chocolate souffle. The tiramisu may appear to be dry because all of the cocoa, but it is pretty yummy as well. I am considering visiting the area again just for the foie gras and jam!

    (4)

  • Karne N.

    We come here every time we're in Mendocino and always enjoy our meal. Our appetizer turned out to be the highlight of the dinner this time - a lobster salad with an outstanding dressing. The duck was partially excellent (the confit) and partially disappointing ( the breast) . All in all, a very enjoyable meal. Nice atmosphere, good service. A bit heavy at times, but not if you choose carefully.

    (4)

  • Dennis O.

    It has been years since I have eaten here. Generally I am frugal and Cafe Beau is a little pricey for my tastes. Not expensive compared to San Francisco or for other restaurants of its quality. Given the quality of the food and the remote location the prices are really quite reasonable. It is just that I am frugal. For special occasions this is the place. Anyway, I ordered sturgeon and it was excellent. I also had the wild mushroom soup and it could have been hotter but the soup was generous and excellent. The ambiance was cozy and homey--which might be off putting for some. The standout here is the chef and the quality of the food. the food was excellent. I recommend it highly.

    (4)

  • Laurence W.

    There is a lot of potential for bluff and bluster in the fancy menus and pricing at most Mendocino restaurants. We cautiously inspected each restaurant before finally settling on Beaujolais with the sense that it was the most likely to deliver on its fine dining promise. We ordered three things: the cold gazpacho with crab, the seared ahi and mango salad appetizer, and the sturgeon entree. Each was well prepared, but the standout for me was the seared ahi, which edged toward entree size (as well it should -- it was $17). The sturgeon was good too, though not quite that carnival of flavors that the waitstaff implied. I loved the updated Victorian space and waitstaff too.

    (4)

  • Karen N.

    Had an amazing lunch here today before leaving Mendocino. If I lived closer, I'd be there at least once a week for that fettuccine with shrimp dish. YUM! Everything was so delicious. The entree salads are HUGE. Loved it! Had to buy some bread to bring home. Highly recommended.

    (4)

  • Robin S.

    Great little spot, with magnificent gardens, blackberry jam, and fresh bread. We came for dinner; I had the steak tartare (excellent), sturgeon (rubbery) with seasonal mushrooms (delish), and shared the amazing sorbets (huckleberry, plum, ?), and phenomenal coconut cream pie. A must if you are looking for fine dining in Mendocino.

    (4)

  • Sean H.

    Great place for dinner with our favorite friends. Great food, great service, and we're thankful they had an opening to make our reservation. We will come back the next time we're in town.

    (5)

  • Jerome W.

    When I found out we would be eating at Cafe Beaujolais, I was picturing this uber fancy restaurant where everyone speaks with a fake French accent and there's duck confit in everything. OK...maybe I went overboard with that image, but I was not disappointed. It's located in a charming home that's over 100 years old. The restaurant started when a young couple started serving meals out of their kitchen. Since then, it's morphed into this quaint-looking house from the outside and everything inside has been completely gutted to make room for more seating. The decor and atmosphere is intimate and also elegant without being too stuffy. Our server was excellent and had been with the restaurant for over 20 years. She was fabulous. I ordered the American Kobe and the beef was perfectly cooked. I wish it was real Kobe, but I'll settle for the next best thing. The spinach salad with goat cheese was amazing. It looks like they coat the goat cheese in bread crumbs and present it just as a huge ball on top of your salad. Now who wouldn't want a big ball of goat cheese? Awesome. The chicken stuffed with arugula left more to be desired. The chicken was dry and tough and our server was happy to redo it for us. However, the 2nd chicken was now raw in the center. OK...redo again...the 3rd time, the chicken was done...but still a bit of a disappointment. They were totally apologetic about everything and offered us free dessert which was very nice of them. Get the chocolate lava cake. It's delish! I really really wanted to give this place 5 stars the moment I walked in. Everything was great except for the bad chicken that had to keep being redone. But overall, I give this place 3.5 stars, and I probably will come back next time I'm in Mendocino.

    (3)

  • hag a.

    We got the butter braised beets to start, and they were amazing!!! I had the salmon special with saffron risotto and veggies. Very good, but not the best I've ever had. At $32 for the entree, I want something special. My boyfriend had the duck two ways and liked it. Our after dinner port was not filtered and had so much sediment we had to point it out. They took it back no problem and gave us a new glass.

    (4)

  • Darcy K.

    Delicious little spot in Mendocino. Be sure to make reservations! And whatever you do, please get the escargot. I don't think you can go wrong here. I got the duck, but unfortunately it wasn't the greatest duck I've ever had. My boyfriend had the sturgeon, which was amazing. But best of all was the escargot! Service was perfect and we didn't feel rushed. We'd definitely come here again next time we're in town.

    (5)

  • Diego H.

    Stayed in Mendocino for our 5 year anniversary and decided to have a nice night out and Cafe Beaujolais fit the bill. This place is fine dining with service to match. We did not make a reservation, however it is highly recommended. Food was up to par with the pricing, the wine lists were all local California wines (A+). Prices for the ambience, food, and service were not inflated, rather well within reason. Ordered wine and cocktail blends, did not disappoint. Bread was excellent. The location is a cute house, nice interior, simple to no decoration. Very intimate setting with low-lights. At first it was a little to close quarters and we did feel like we were the "new arrivals". Soon you forget and get involved in great company (my wife) and food. We were the young crowd, my wife and I are 27. It appears that the usual patrons are in their late 30's to 80's. Dress? The minimum I recommend is business casual (No Polo). Sport Coat, Vest, Sweater, Dress Shirt all fit the bill. Again this is DINNER.

    (4)

  • Bob K.

    Wow. Service 5 Stars Ambiance 5 Stars Food 5 Stars We were here for lunch. Had the 3 Onion soup. Mmmmmm. We shared a spinach salad and a pear Brie bacon baguette sandwich. Both were wonderful. The side of bread... great. We really liked the Austrian Sunflower bread. We will be back for sure

    (5)

  • Kristina M.

    Best food I've had in a long while! The ambiance of this place is warm and romantic, we felt as if we were sitting in a friend's dinning room. The staff and service was incredible! I had the pork chop (not a big fan of pork and almost never order it at a restaurant) but this was truly amazing and such an experience! Loved every bite of it! My husband ordered their special--halibut with mango salsa and coconut rise, YUM!!!! Definitely visit this place when in Mendocino, you will not be disappointed!

    (5)

  • Lynn R.

    Nice staff but food not as good as it was last year. Not a place for a health conscious and a bit pricey. $20 for a steak tartare, but it was good. Nice wine list.

    (2)

  • Rachel S.

    We spent the final hours of 2010 at Cafe beaujolais, a stormy Mendocino New Years eve, and i can't imagine a better place to take in dear friends, mind-blowing food and a charmer of a wine list than this cosy dining room. A perfect meal to chronicle for yelp review numero 300: woot woot! Arrived for our 8 o'clock reservation and while they weren't immediately ready for us, they brought out some complimentary bubbly and we giggled about in the reception area until seated at our corner table. The menu that eve was prix fix, which nonetheless offered a difficulty in decision-making, and my gluten-free restriction was adhered to without any bother.. ah California, how you cradle one's individuality.. Started myself with the Ahi Timbale, which was an incredible merge of tuna, avocado, microgreens and architecture. The fella has the steak tartar which might itself make a full meal (another fine point of this restaurant, they may serve special bites in abundance, but they give ya plenty of them). Lets just say the steak might just make a cattle rancher out of a vegan, so consider us excited for the meal to unfold. The gave a little meyer lemon sorbet to palate cleanse.. pretty rich in grappa, the wooz of winter boozin' starts to settle in. We also had a lovely set of wines, the most noted Drew's Pinot. The meals were not to be eclipsed by the starters. My lobster tail with buerre blanc was nothin short of spectacular. Lick yer plate sorta dining, and worth stuffin' ones belly over! Dessert is rarely a go in the gluten free world, but their flourless chocolate souffle (right outta the oven and piping hot delicious) met the bill. Great coffee and close of the meal. Service shined; informal yet informed, observant of the table's needs but extremely unobstrusive. We had a truly lovely time and closing to the year.. not to mention some hearty yumminess to fuel my Jan 1st trail run in the redwoods..

    (5)

  • Jules S.

    Cafe Beaujolais offered great service, a wonderful atmosphere and delicious award-winning crab cakes. The wagyu beef and risotto was also wonderful. The Ahi tuna was great quality and melt in your mouth, but the sauce they put with it was totally unnecessary and bland. We would definitely go back. The desserts (we had creme brulee and molten chocolate) were not impressive, but the atmosphere was wonderful. The back patio in the garden is absolutely magical. All of Mendocino is casual, but you'd probably feel awkward in shorts and tennis shoes.

    (4)

  • Vanessa J.

    If I were ever to open up a restaurant, it would be based off of Cafe Beaujolais. The interior is quaint and beautiful, I was so in love with the colour of the walls that I emailed them and asked for the paint colour, and they happily emailed be back. The bread at the beginning of the meal is delicious, and we bought some to take home with us. I can't remember what the exact components of the dish I had were, but it was a vegan dish, and it was the best vegan meal I've had. It was seitan that was crunchy and tasty, with vegetables, a pilaf and sauce, all really really good. Dessert was the highlight, my friend and I split the dessert sampler of creme brule, panna cotta and cream cheese creme caramel. All the desserts were awesome, but the cream cheese creme caramel was probably the best dessert I've ever had, my friend an I were fighting over the small portion.

    (5)

  • Annie Y.

    Five years ago I stumbled upon a book called Cafe Beaujolais. I was amused that a book was written about what seemed to be a quaint local eatery in the coastal town of Mendocino. I was also impressed that the local Barnes and Nobles carried this. Stories about the restuarant and some tasty recipes were featured inside. I bought the book and read the whole thing. One Christmas in 2006, the family and I visited Mendocino but to my dismay, the restaurant was closed for the holidays. Five years later, the family is back in Mendocino and we try again. The restaurant evokes so much charm both inside and outside that it all made sense that a book was dedicated to it. Behind the restaurant is a garden where some of the ingredients are grown. We dined there for lunch. I ordered the local dungeness crap cakes. I'm not a big crab cake fan but it seemed that they were known for this. They were tasty and I enjoyed the crispy noodles and scallion and cilantro puree that complimented the dish. We also ordered the duck confit salad (huge portion), the niman ranch burger, the domestic and imported cheese plate, as well as the short rib sandwich. I thought the food was decent but nothing spectacular. The bread was very good and I do recommend the sunflower bread in particular. I noticed that a nearby local organic foods store was carrying their bread. I'm glad I was able to dine here, although expectations were set very high prior to my visit. I do admire the use of local ingredients, organic produce and support of a humane free range environment which aligns well with restaurant trends in northern california. I recommend this restaurant when if you visit Mendocino.

    (3)

  • Katarina M.

    We were beyond blown away with the catering at our June wedding. Café Beaujolais is by far the one to beat in town! I wanted another salmon as my dessert!!!! We are still hearing great reviews about the FOOD, oooh my goodness the food! We are getting that a lot... and not a soul knew that everything was made specifically GLUTEN FREE for the happy bride! You aim to impress and you most certainly did! The service was top notch and food was just out of this world, we really could not have picked a better caterer! We couldn't have asked for more polite, friendly people to work with. I always assume cold or overcooked food at any large event and it truly felt like we just sat down to eat at your restaurant! Which we will be back to undoubtedly! Keep doing what you do because you are great at it!! Thanks for making us food lovers enjoy our wedding reception that much more!!!

    (5)

  • Rob W.

    The owners of Cafe Beaujolais should probably just go ahead and rename it to Cafe Mediocrecino. Lunch here was completely and utterly forgettable, except for the price tag, which was double what such pedestrian fare should cost. The bread was stale, the fries over-cooked and cold, and the braised ribs bland. Everything else was fine, but unremarkable. Service was friendly, but slow. Not recommended. You're better off grabbing a sandwich from the grocery store and having a picnic at the headlands.

    (3)

  • Saffron B.

    There is nothing I can say that I missed during this meal. It was delicious. The service was perfect. I am really happy with the whole experience. We wondered in for lunch on a whim, and were greeted and seated right away. Menus placed, we were served chilled, but not iced water and the timing continued perfectly throughout the meal. My lunch date had crabcakes benedict, and I had bouillabaisse. Both were very tasty and filling. We took our time, shared a bottle of wine, and never felt hurried or rushed. We finished with a shared dessert , the banana with nuts, and salted caramel, and vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce with a couple of glasses of dessert wine. It was perfect. A very nice lunch!

    (5)

  • M W.

    Amazing food, great service, and wonderful ambiance! I had the crab bisque, sturgeon and coconut cream pie. Delish!! My husband had the chicken and affogato which he had nothing to complain about. This restaurant holds many memories from the first time we visited, about 5 years ago and new ones this last weekend. It's great to know that this restaurant still has it after so many years. They're doing something exceptionally right!!

    (5)

  • D R.

    We went here for the first time recently and have a really good lunch. We thought everything was good, ordered the duck confit, short rib sandwich, Caesar salad, and quiche. Our only complaints were that the short ribs on the sandwich had very little sauce (normally short ribs absorb a lot of flavorful liquid), and the Caesar had no taste of anchovies that we could tell (was supposed to have anchovies according to the menu). Otherwise it was very tasty and we'll go back. A very nice, small place with some really cool flowers growing outside the windows. Service was very friendly as well. They also had some interesting and good drinks on the menu.

    (4)

  • Sean D.

    4.5 stars If I can still get little pangs of pleasure from a good meal a few days later, in my book that's a great meal, and that's definitely how I felt about Cafe Beaujolais' Kurobota pork chop ($30). I rarely order pork when eating out, but this just leaped off the page and I decided to go for it. It was probably the best pork chop I've ever had (yes, I don't order it often, but still). Great side of chanterelle mushroom risotto. T had the Niman Ranch filet mignon ($34) which was quite good, too. We sipped down a bottle of the 2002 Matanzas Creek cabernet ($48) which was a lovely pairing, and if that's not your bag, the wine list is pretty deep. We split a coconut cream pie ($8) for dessert which was decent, not great. I ordered a small cup of coffee to finish and when I pointed out to the server that she had forgotten to charge me for it, she said not to worry, that in her mind coffee is a multi-cup experience and a single cup was gratis. We were the last ones there, too, so maybe that was a little close-of-business generosity, but it was a real treat. We would definitely eat there again.

    (5)

  • Jen R.

    Cute little French restaurant. Their food was good, service was friendly. Bummed that they didn't have Creme Brulee! No complaints from us!

    (5)

  • Anita C.

    Sorry to say one of our favorite go-to restaurants in Mendocino is headed downhill. Whenever we're in Mendocino at least one of our dinners and a couple lunches have been enjoyed at Cafe Beaujolais, however our fifth Thanksgiving dinner there in as many years will likely be our last. My spouse's traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all 7-9 side dishes was as bland as a turkey dinner with all the fixings can be and my vegetarian wild-rice stuffed winter squash arrived simmering hot on the outside and ice cold in the center. Even after sending it back for reheating, it arrived with the hot even hotter and the cold still cold. The pumpkin pie was a sliver of a piece and had less flavor and eye appeal than a frozen Sara Lee, and the wild berry pie was a bit of a gelatinous mess. Even the bread basket typically filled with warm, fresh artisan breads from their own ovens was a grand disappointment. We've heard through the grapevine Cafe B is on the market and so we're assuming this is why it lacked all that we've loved about it in the past. Realistically I should have given it a single star but I gave it an extra star for sentimental reasons and for some wonderful memories of the past.

    (2)

  • Miki S.

    The best French restaurant in Nor Cal by far! I had all of the appetizers and they were great! And one of the best desserts I've ever had. (The apple crisp)

    (5)

  • Tom S.

    This cafe is a country cousin (in culinary spirit) to Chez Panisse. Located inside a typically ancient Mendocino wooden house. (Bambie thinks I'm crazy, but all the old, dilapidated wooden houses in Mendocino give me the creeps.) To use the rest room, go outside, around the back, down the stairs . - Inconvenient. Bambi & I had a full on 3 course meal. We lingered for 2 hours over good tasting, high quality ingredient food and wines. Prep & presentation were yeoman competent, not artistic. Service was smart, amiable, and efficient. Our servers were city born & bred women, not locals. Read the other reviews, particularly the one & 2 star. If you get a Mendocino born & raised local for a wait person, you're probably screwed. The 2 small dining rooms were packed at 7:30pm. This is where the rich tourists come to wine & dine. Value for the buck.... Too expensive. Like everything in Mendocino the prices are too high. An equivalent meal in Berkeley would cost $90 - $100. Cafe Beaujolais took $150 plus tip from my wallet.

    (3)

  • Michael W.

    This place is a gem. Its a small charming french restaurant that looks like someones house. Very intimate atmosphere and decor is a relaxing green. I can here for lunch and our waitress was so sweet and perfect with her recommendations. Bouillabaisse - excellent flavor with lots of seafood. A must try. Broiled Short Rib Sandwich - very tender and the two sauces (horseradish and au ju) are excellent. This is also a must. I will definitely be coming back to this place. You should check it out as well. Bon Appetit!

    (4)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :5:30 pm - 9:00pm

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : Yes
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Dinner
    Parking : Street
    Bike Parking : No
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : No
    Good for Groups : No
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Intimate
    Noise Level : Quiet
    Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
    Outdoor Seating : Yes
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : No
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

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