Eel River Cafe

Gigi

2023-08

We stopped here for lunch because of the old fun sign outside! We had to try this cafe! Very cute cafe with fun decor.. many cows. They had friendly and speedy service. The food was good. We were eating healthy so mostly ordered cold sandwiches and fruit. I did have the French fries and they were very good. My mom had the patty melt and that was probably our table favorite other then the fries. Fun place to stop.

Matvey Bas

2024-04

Old American diner obsessed with cows, food was really good. Best county fried steak I've had hands down.Kid-friendliness: Willing to accommodate for my brother who's a huge picky eater.

Kaïa Austin

2023-12

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K. Dely

2023-10

This is a nice spot to grab some breakfast or lunch. We really like their fish and chips which comes with in house made tartar sauce. I've had their breakfast as well and they have good portions. I did not really enjoy their tuna melt but I normally don't order tuna melts from anywhere so not sure if it was just me. Maybe I don't like warm tuna sandwiches. The servers are always pleasant and attentive.

Matthew Castaldo

2023-10

The Eel River Cafe in Garberville, California, is a charming and cozy eatery that embodies the warm and welcoming spirit of the small town it calls home. This café is a local favorite known for its friendly atmosphere and delicious comfort food.The interior of the Eel River Cafe has a rustic and inviting feel, with wooden furnishings and a relaxed ambiance that makes it a great place to unwind. The menu features classic American diner fare, including hearty breakfast options like pancakes and omelets, as well as burgers, sandwiches, and homestyle comfort dishes for lunch and dinner.One of the cafe's standout features is its dedication to using locally sourced ingredients, which enhances the freshness and quality of their meals. It's a popular spot not only for its tasty food but also for the sense of community that pervades the establishment.Whether you're a local looking for a familiar spot to enjoy a meal or a traveler passing through Garberville, the Eel River Cafe offers a taste of home-cooked comfort and the friendly vibes of a small-town diner.

Thomas Grider

2024-04

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Steen Ooi

2023-07

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Surati Ivey

2024-03

I really enjoy the breakfasts I've eaten at the cafe, especially like the Huevos Rancheros. And all the different breakfast offerings at The Eel River Cafe are made so beautifully, love the way they do the hash browns. They have the touch ! The owners are some of the kindest people in our little neck of the woods. It feels good to be so well taken care of. And they make high end premium coffee as well.

Brice D.

2023-05

Meh, just your average, small town American Diner. Cows and cars line the wall with a few trophy steelhead. Seating at the bar was comfortable.The portions were a little on the slim side, was expecting a pile of fries and some real battered cod. Not what I was expecting at all.

Pranjali Sharma

2022-05

3.5 stars. It's a decent diner. Very cute ambience dedicated to cows and cars. Limited seating in a very small area so they have panels for social distancing. We got here around 9 am on a federal holiday so there was still place to sit. Typical breakfast diner food is served. We ordered the french toast and the fiesta omelet, a hot chocolate and freshly squeezed orange juice.The french toast started just ok but towards the end we liked it, esp with the butter and syrup. The fiesta omelet is basically beef chili with egg, avocado, olives, etc inside the egg with a side of hash and toast. The omelet itself was good but the hashbrown was very tasteless and needed a lot of salt. The orange juice, freshly squeezed, was AMAZING! Def pay the extra $1 and get this. The hot chocolate was on the sweeter side. The meal lasted us a good 4-5 hours in terms of hunger.

Bobbie Taijeron

2023-11

This was our first visit to the The Eel River Diner and if we lived closer, it would be our regular breakfast spot. The food was delicious, especially the buttermilk pancakes. Perfection! However, as good as the food was, the customer service was even better. Alicia, our server, was very attentive and amazing. Jennifer tended to us as well and she was delightful. The other server, Christina, was a hoot! I wish I had pictures but believe me, you won’t be disappointed. Special thanks to the locals, they were very hospitable. Thanks Eel River Cafe, we’ll be back. The Taijerons!

John Leerskov

2023-08

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Katie Conner

2024-04

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Olive Solomon

2023-05

This cute cafe has everything to experience a delicious meal, fun atmosphere and good down to earth people ❤️ I will always stop here when traveling north😇 Thank you to all who work there!!

Donald Macleay

2023-11

This is a down home cafe that closes early.Breakfast and lunch only.The food is good.The service is OK.The prices are more than fair.The atmosphere depends on the day, if it has street people outside or if some decide to come in.It is not their fault that Garberville has become dominated by a hard street scene. It has been a good place to have a good early breakfast before spending a day touring the redwood groves. But keep an eye out and be ready to walk away. And it's not like you have a lot of options.

Dave Drennan

2024-04

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Hayden Marfell

2024-01

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Mary Ann McCullough

2019-05

Our waitress was great best. So attentive and kind to out dogs and us. We had the Reuben and ranch dip. The room in the tree and gift shop shouldn’t be missed

Deirdri Gladwin

2023-12

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Anthony Costello

2023-11

I looked up public restrooms on Google, and this was the closest stop. When I arrived, I saw a sign in the business window that said no public restroom. When I went inside to ask if the sign was true, she told me yes, but because I was polite about asking to use the restroom, she let me use the restroom. I'm very thankful for their kindness, and I hope their business booms the rest of the year into 2024!! Cheers 🤙🏼

Janice Yamamoto

2023-07

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Lucero Marquez

2023-12

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Nick Rapport

2024-02

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Deanna Marie

2023-11

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Joseph Riccomini

2023-05

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Jordan Simning

2023-09

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imprezaWRX

2023-07

Stopped in for a quick bite on a road trip heading towards San Francisco. Charming small town feel. I had breakfast there, the food was good & the waitress was very friendly. Overall great experience, and i look forward to stopping in again next time i’m in the area!

Freeman Baldwin

2023-09

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Amber R. Christie

2024-03

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JIHYE KIM

2022-05

The interior was so pretty and the food was so delicious. If I have a chance later, I want to go there again.