A unique French twist in the middle of Arcata. This is a must stop for breakfast brunch. Haven't had a chance to do lunch but we always stop there for breakfast as it's very unique. The pastries are amazing the breads are awesome and really yummy coffee.

This place is great. The food was delicious and service was appropriate.

This is my absolute favorite cafe. I feel like I’m on a mini vacation whenever I get a latte and pastry from here. The pastries are top notch (I dream about their danishes). Whoever makes their pastry dough deserves some major awards. The lattes are creamy and smooth. Being from Seattle, I have a hard time finding a new favorite coffee spot and this cafe is tied for #1. Keep doing what you’re doing, Brio. You’re a winner. (P.S. if you ever wanted to host a pastry-making class, sign me up!)

Great coffee, relaxing atmosphere and kind service.

Great place to chill out and enjoy some fancy eats. They aren't cheap for sandwiches and pastries but they can rival some of the big city cafes I have been to no problem. I love the avocado grove, but all the sandwiches have been awesome. Coffee is always good, and you can grab a loaf of many kinds of bread while you are here too. Their desserts are crazy delicious, and look like art all on their own. I have never been unhappy with the food, occasionally the service can be slow but the place is always jammed packed when I am here. The few times I needed anything extra or changed it was not a problem! A year later in 2019, I am still impressed by the food and service. They have updated the facility, have non gendered bathrooms and food is still great.

This place is amazing. I got the potatoes & eggs and I’m still thinking about it 3 days later. The single origin coffee (black) was delicious, as well. Excited to go back and try everything else.

Excellent breakfast and lunch options. Quality baked goods for those in a hurry, or hot breakfast if you're looking to sit down and relax. Solid vegetarian and vegan options (I had the potatoes+greens+tofu but was very tempted by the meatless croque madame.) Even the cookies are outstanding!

Nice place! Great coffee. Very cool that the cafe provides newspapers to read. Great pastries and quiche too.

One of the best cafes in Humboldt. The baristas here are amazing! Serving up any coffee beverage you desire with love and care. The food options are noteworthy, with plenty of baked options and a fantastic breakfast/lunch menu. They also offer dinner, but I have not had the chance to try yet. I’m certain it won’t disappoint, these folks work hard to bring quality options to the table.

Best omelet I've ever eaten. Well worth the wait!

Their fresh homemade bread made my sandwich so much more delicious! I was also happy to see Humboldt Cider Co on tap. They also have covered, outdoor dining at this time. Their desserts in their display case also looked delicious! Will definitely be coming back here.

They always have wonderful pastries and bread. Their coffee is good, though their espresso drinks are better. Brio is a popular cafe, particularly in the mornings and on Saturdays when they draw the Farmer's Market crowd, but they have plenty of outdoor seating. The one knock against them is that their food is a bit expensive, but it's always tasty.

Just a laid back home feeling when you’re at cafe brio! The no pressure vibes invite you to relax and enjoy your moments there.

Great house coffee. Beyond delicious pastry. Perfectly cooked omelet. Culinary bliss ❤️

Usually don't go for semi-pricey breakfast places, but the food here is amazing. Latte art professionals make your coffee, and each entree is uniquely delicious. Most nice places have good presentation, but mediocre flavor. This place has good presentation and exceptional flavor.

Pretty nice coffee plus amazing tarts and pastries!

I come here regularly and love it. The coffee is always excellent, the pastries are delicious (love the lemon cream tart), and the breakfast food is simple and tasty, if not a wee bit pricey. But overall an excellent establishment. The cashiers and baristas are also very friendly and accommodating.

Brio is always awesome, they have a huge selection of baked goods and their breakfast options are the bomb! I can always count on Brio for their welcoming atmosphere and helpful service. If you’re lucky enough, you might even be able to get some second-day pastries at reduced price. Brio would be my top choice to meet a friend for coffee or have a quick business meeting on the Arcata square.

OMG !!!! SOOO DELICIOUS!! EVERYONE MUST TRY THEIR LEMON BARS !!! IM AMAZED AT HOW GOOD THEY ARE!!! ALSO GOT A LEMON CREAM TART LOOK AT HOW BEAUTIFUL THIS IS I ALMOST DONT WANT TO EAT IT!!

Stopped in for a coffee and tea and picked up a quiche for a snack. The service was awesome! Definitely the place to go on the Arcata Plaza for a quick bite or caffeine!

Great new outdoor seating, excellent food, pastries, and outstanding cappuccino and other coffee and drinks . Excellent place to enjoy conversations when visiting iArcata.

Love the food love the coffee they make it right. The staff are fantastic if you aren’t rude. things are slow to come out but that’s very much what happens in all establishments in the area. I love the way they change the art on the wall with showcasing different local artists.

Cafe Brio is one of the Miracles of Arcata because nowhere else in the world do I know of a small town with as amazing of a French bakery. Today I chose the cream scone and the plain croissant. The scone was probably the best I've ever had it has an Indescribable Crunch and it's super soft in the middle even though it's nice and dry at the same time. The croissant was so crunchy and Flaky and perfect

The best coffee and baked goods in town! Every visit feels like a treat, with their perfectly brewed coffee and delicious pastries that are always fresh. The cozy atmosphere makes it a perfect spot to relax or catch up with friends.

Cafe Brio opened their cafe when I lived here before, but I hadn’t made it in before moving. I was missing out. They make great coffees and a very nice breakfast/brunch. We got the brio classic with poached eggs on a croissant, and I don’t want to start a flame war, but Cafe Brio might take the City of Croissants title from Sacramento. Flaky buttery croissant. Perfectly crispy bacon. Beautiful poached eggs. The greens, eggs, and tofu was delightful too. Well cooked chard and onion. Egg and tofu were tasty. The hash browns crispy and buttery. The highlight was certainly the berry danish. The pastry crust was light and delicate without being burdened with a glaze. Other places like to make their pastries a sticky sugar coated mess, but should learn from Cafe Brio. The cheese filling just lightly sweet but really just there to accent the flavor of the berries. And strawberry or blueberry? Why not both? A great pastry.

Really nice place to grab a coffee, sweet treat or lunch. High-quality, organic and local ingredients, served fresh, great flavor, the real deal. The coffee was fresh, soups were served hot, flaky croissants. Also, the location is beautiful, right on the town center/green. I would definitely come back and try more menu items.

Classiest coffee shop on the coolest town square this side of Albequerquie. They make their coffee in a pour-over. The toast was substantial.

Stopped here on our way up the coast on recommendation, and it did not disappoint! The selection of pastries was exactly what we were looking for and the drinks were delicious. This would be a wonderful and cozy spot for breakfast as well.

The best coffee in town, and they greet you with a big smile. I can always trust that the espresso won’t be burnt etc. Everyone is kind, fast, and consistent. I love the variety of pastries, getting to try something new every time I visit is so fun. They have great vegan options as well, very refreshing! You are definitely paying for quality and it’s worth it.

Being from New Zealand we are very particular about our coffee, when I saw reviews about Cafe Brio and saw they use a proper coffee machine, I had to try it out. They did not disappoint. Great coffee! First good coffee of the trip. If you’re looking for barista worthy coffee definitely give them a try. Lovely and friendly staff too!

I loved this little coffee shop! was a great experience and would definitely come back here again if im back in arcata! 💕

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One of the reasons why I continue to live here in Humboldt County ... coffee is almost always on point, service is friendly, if you are a regular you are recognized as such but not overly so... if I didn't live here this kind of place would make me want to (besides the redwoods and other natural beauty of the area...). Bread is better than a lot of places in France, and their croque Madame/Monsieur never disappoint. A must if you're going to be in downtown Arcata!!

Coffee was AMAZING! First day in town I got a caramel latte and it was the best I’ve ever had and I’m a coffee snob! I went to the “other place” that’s across the plaza on our 2nd day in town just to try a new place, and was immediately disappointed and walked straight across back to Cafe Bria and waited in the super long line for my coffee. Not sad I had to wait! They make their own syrups too!!

A great place in a great town! Breakfast was great with real fresh squeezed, orange juice, and excellent espresso. Perfectly poached eggs. And their selection of baked goods is dangerously tempting. Their croissants are real just like a true bakery should be even in France. Highly reccomended!

We're loving it, we found this place through divine intervention, and entirely grateful. It's kid friendly, close to everything in arcata, the staff is great and also the company hanging out here. We got hot chocolate, quiche, salad, and baked goods for under $30 tax and tip in.

Absolutely love this place!! It's so hard to find good bread and this place definitely has legit bread and pastries. It's so good! Their lattes are amazing!

We stopped in for breakfast and this place is wonderful. The food, the service, the patio … it’s all part of the fun. My ideal breakfast is a croissant and coffee, so when I saw their options I had to try both a ham & cheese AND an almond croissant. I can’t tell you which one is better, but I can tell you they were both great. My gf had the market quiche and it was excellent too. They also serve lunch, a different menu for Sunday brunch, and you can buy their bread by the loaf / baguette.

Such a lovely cafe in the city of Arcata. The pastries are good and so is the coffee. Whether you eat inside or outside, you get a lovely dining experience.

After my 1st visit here, I can honestly say that I look forward to coming back! That being said, the atmosphere and staff are accommodating and wonderful. Good for a meal alone or sharing this experience with others. I could go on and on about the food I had, but I'd rather just say that it was amazing and I highly recommend trying ANYTHING here. The food and beverage came out quickly yet no corners were cut in making my order. Thank you for such a great start to my day, this was truly a wonderful experience.

Hands down the best breakfast in that area ! Went there almost every day because it was THAT good. A bit pricey but worth it - most often days had their seasonal special: a chanterelle and goat cheese omelet that you could still think about days later!! It came with the most Epic toasted buttered homemade bread - they also have fantastic cakes and fine patisserie and super friendly staff ! If you’re in Arcata this is the place to have breakfast and early lunch. On sunny days - their terrace is unbeatable !

Yum yum and yum! I tried the chocolate croissant, it’s to die for! Cafe Brio is an open space, lots of room to socialize both indoors and out on their patio. They are located right off the main plaza in Arcata, a super convenient spot to be located at. Contactless menus and paying is available at this location. The service was very friendly, with smiling faces greeting you at the counter wishing you a good morning. Overall, I highly recommend this breakfast spot if you’re staying in Arcata!

Ruby Christine

Quite possibly the best chocolate chip cookie & espresso in all of Humboldt County. They really upped their espresso game recently and it shows! Consistently solid shots. Weekends are super crowded because everything they make is delicious so obviously they’re gonna be busy, plan accordingly. The online order ahead is a huge plus. The reality is Cafe Brio is a staple in Arcata and we are totally lucky to have access to such a dope business who prioritizes local food and great service!

Janet Kenney

Still thinking about the extra delicious herb & cheese omelette I had at Cafe Brio! Not only was it cooked to perfection.. but the eggs themselves were so flavorful. In fact, everything at Brio is flavorful .. and FRESH! The sourdough toast was amazing, too. Trying to figure out how many more times we can go to Brio before we have to return home. Highly recommend!

Joan Falleiro

Cute café in a nice downtown area! House coffee is smooth. Great selection of items! The hardest thing was deciding between a galette and tart at this visit 😄

K “Citizen K”

It's delicious here, trust me! The tomato soup is one of the most original and delicious I've had in California. The croissants are fresh and crisp, the cappuccino is great! 👍

cassie dunn

Stopped to have breakfast before the Saturday farmers market and it was absolutely delicious. Add a side salad to your meal, you won’t be disappointed.

J Frank (JF1973)

Café Brio is a hidden gem when it comes to baked goods. The pastries are always fresh and delicious, with a wide to choose from. Whether you're in the mood for a fl croissant or a decadent slice of cake, Café Brio has you covered. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, making it the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a treat. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, always willing to make recommendations or answer any questions you may have. I have visited Café Brio multiple times and have never been disappointed. If you have a tooth or just appreciate good quality baked goods, I highly recommend giving Café Brio a try. You won't be disappointed!

Ashley at Elemental Growth

We're loving it, we found this place through divine intervention, and entirely grateful. It's kid friendly, close to everything in arcata, the staff is great and also the company hanging out here. We got hot chocolate, quiche, salad, and baked goods for under $30 tax and tip in.

River Siobhan

SUCH a delicious cafe. Outstanding pastries - I cannot recommend the chocolate croissant heated up more highly. Also the lattes are lovely, including their chai which is a local blend.

Adrie Gitchel

Absolutely love this place!! It's so hard to find good bread and this place definitely has legit bread and pastries. It's so good! Their lattes are amazing!

SUCH a delicious cafe. Outstanding pastries - I cannot recommend the chocolate croissant heated up more highly. Also the lattes are lovely, including their chai which is a local blend.

Café Brio is a hidden gem when it comes to baked goods. The pastries are always fresh and delicious, with a wide to choose from. Whether you're in the mood for a fl croissant or a decadent slice of cake, Café Brio has you covered. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, making it the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a treat. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, always willing to make recommendations or answer any questions you may have. I have visited Café Brio multiple times and have never been disappointed. If you have a tooth or just appreciate good quality baked goods, I highly recommend giving Café Brio a try. You won't be disappointed!

It's delicious here, trust me! The tomato soup is one of the most original and delicious I've had in California. The croissants are fresh and crisp, the cappuccino is great! 👍

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Cute café in a nice downtown area! House coffee is smooth. Great selection of items! The hardest thing was deciding between a galette and tart at this visit 😄

Stopped to have breakfast before the Saturday farmers market and it was absolutely delicious. Add a side salad to your meal, you won’t be disappointed.

Still thinking about the extra delicious herb & cheese omelette I had at Cafe Brio! Not only was it cooked to perfection.. but the eggs themselves were so flavorful. In fact, everything at Brio is flavorful .. and FRESH! The sourdough toast was amazing, too. Trying to figure out how many more times we can go to Brio before we have to return home. Highly recommend!

Quite possibly the best chocolate chip cookie & espresso in all of Humboldt County. They really upped their espresso game recently and it shows! Consistently solid shots. Weekends are super crowded because everything they make is delicious so obviously they’re gonna be busy, plan accordingly. The online order ahead is a huge plus. The reality is Cafe Brio is a staple in Arcata and we are totally lucky to have access to such a dope business who prioritizes local food and great service!

Very nice cafe with a French accent. Staff were friendly and the food was tasty. Can get very noisy. Probably nicer when you can eat outside.

Fantastic food, lovely indoor and outdoor seating and plenty of it. We heard about this from a doctor in a hospital in Oregon. We are from Washington. Absolutely lived up to his rave reviews. We travel a lot and this is one of the top restaurants we have found. Makes me want to move here🥰 too bad I can’t handle CA taxes.

Eric McRae

Very nice cafe with a French accent. Staff were friendly and the food was tasty. Can get very noisy. Probably nicer when you can eat outside.

Holly Oleary

Fantastic food, lovely indoor and outdoor seating and plenty of it. We heard about this from a doctor in a hospital in Oregon. We are from Washington. Absolutely lived up to his rave reviews. We travel a lot and this is one of the top restaurants we have found. Makes me want to move here🥰 too bad I can’t handle CA taxes.

Andrew Vasilakis

After my 1st visit here, I can honestly say that I look forward to coming back! That being said, the atmosphere and staff are accommodating and wonderful. Good for a meal alone or sharing this experience with others. I could go on and on about the food I had, but I'd rather just say that it was amazing and I highly recommend trying ANYTHING here. The food and beverage came out quickly yet no corners were cut in making my order. Thank you for such a great start to my day, this was truly a wonderful experience.

Cute atmosphere, good coffee and great baked things. Service is a bit rude, but who cares really? No wifi access, which isn't a good move. I will keep going back for the fantastic croissants, the rest is an afterthought.

Delicious food. The eggs are a little hit and miss being the way they are cooked but the pastries are to die for. Its a little expensive but that is because all the food is locally produced and quality tends to cost a little more. Very cute French bistro that is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or lunch.

Great food! Excellent service.

Well known for their fantastic coffee and baked goods, this review is actually for their new dinner menu! I'm not sure if people don't know about it yet, but this is a fantastic spot Tuesday through Sunday to catch dinner! I have eaten there several times and not been disappointed. literally no crowd and no wait while other restaurants downtown are packed. The salmon, the halibut, the macaroni and cheese, the salads, the rotating specials, All quite good.

A high quality cafe with delicious bakery’s goods, high quality food, and delicious coffee! This place is always very busy, and pretty trendy! It’s a fun place to be and run into people to have lively conversation with. It is not cheap, but they use high quality products, and they even have outdoor seating with some outdoor heaters. It’s very quaint and reminds me a bit of a cafe in Europe. I recommend it for good coffee, a great atmosphere, high end bakery goods, and very friendly staff!

So far no food has disappointed. The coffee was very delicious and well described on the board. I wish they opened the second cashier as there’s ALWAYS a long line. Not many great gluten-free options. Very much enjoy this place.

The food is good, their bread/baked goods deserves 5 stars! My only problem was that service was fairly slow, I got small portions and it was overpriced. It is in a good spot on the plaza.

A culinary experience for sure! Always wonderful food options. Amazing coffee and tea drinks 👌

The coffee here is sooooo good. And pastries are always delicious as well.

Food was delicious and came out relatively quick as they were very busy for Sunday brunch. We got the California Benedict and the brunch burger. Both tasted sooo good and were fresh and hot. Their coffee was super tasty and strong as well. Location was pretty small and didn’t have many seating options inside but the atmosphere was overall nice. Will be coming again and recommending to others.

Great place with a wonderful Arcata vibe. Food is thoughtfully prepared and delicious!

Excellent pastries and strong coffee. We had the omlette, blueberry buckwheat pancakes, and poached eggs. They only serve poached but you can have them over greens, in puff pastry, or with potatoes. The lines are long during peak times but worth the wait.

Super yummy, comfortable space. Price is definitely prohibitive for most people but the quality of the food reflects the price.

Gabriela Cadena

Good food (some healthy & delicious). Some items are pricey (fresh squeezed OJ cup is more than a walnut loaf of bread).

The Simple Environmentalist

Quite disappointing. Most of the pastries were over baked or flavorless and the coffee was just okay. The tofu dish was really good but so pricey. I think I’ll come back again for a baked good or too (don’t ask them to heat it up, it’ll be burnt) but probably not for breakfast again.

Shannon Newerth-Henson

My husband and I visited Cafe Brio at the end of August! Our Airbnb host actually recommended it as a place to get coffee. I don’t think that I would personally call Cafe Brio a coffee shop. I definitely consider it more as a restaurant! My husband got a mocha and he said it was okay. I got a latte with a seasonal, rose syrup. It had too much syrup for my personal preference. I thought that it was over-powering the taste of the espresso! I had also ordered quiche to-go. I think that if we would have dined it I may have had a better experience. I thought the location was great and that it had great seating options - inside and out! The staff were nice but I wouldn’t say they were friendly and welcoming. Overall, I would still give this cafe a 5 stars. If we decide to go back we may dine in and have more of a brunch! I just remembered my husband got a sort of double chocolate cookie and it was amazing!! I would definitely give their baked goods a try!

Kobe Tous

There's a local cafe near the main square that's quite popular among the locals. The food they serve is simple, fresh, and delicious. It's worth noting that they don't offer table service, so customers are expected to clean up their tables after they finish their meals.

Steve

Awesome ambience. Clearly popular given it was packed. I good poking food options, though I just stopped and had a good house coffee. And, it’s right on the town square.

Awesome ambience. Clearly popular given it was packed. I good poking food options, though I just stopped and had a good house coffee. And, it’s right on the town square.

There's a local cafe near the main square that's quite popular among the locals. The food they serve is simple, fresh, and delicious. It's worth noting that they don't offer table service, so customers are expected to clean up their tables after they finish their meals.

My husband and I visited Cafe Brio at the end of August! Our Airbnb host actually recommended it as a place to get coffee. I don’t think that I would personally call Cafe Brio a coffee shop. I definitely consider it more as a restaurant! My husband got a mocha and he said it was okay. I got a latte with a seasonal, rose syrup. It had too much syrup for my personal preference. I thought that it was over-powering the taste of the espresso! I had also ordered quiche to-go. I think that if we would have dined it I may have had a better experience. I thought the location was great and that it had great seating options - inside and out! The staff were nice but I wouldn’t say they were friendly and welcoming. Overall, I would still give this cafe a 5 stars. If we decide to go back we may dine in and have more of a brunch! I just remembered my husband got a sort of double chocolate cookie and it was amazing!! I would definitely give their baked goods a try!

Quite disappointing. Most of the pastries were over baked or flavorless and the coffee was just okay. The tofu dish was really good but so pricey. I think I’ll come back again for a baked good or too (don’t ask them to heat it up, it’ll be burnt) but probably not for breakfast again.

Good food (some healthy & delicious). Some items are pricey (fresh squeezed OJ cup is more than a walnut loaf of bread).

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The coffee was a bit on the pricey side and the taste was fairly unremarkable, but the location really stands out. It’s situated in a very walkable area, making it a convenient stop while exploring the town. There was a bit of a line when we arrived, which says a lot about how popular this spot is with locals and visitors. I also loved their outdoor seating—it’s a great place to sit, relax, and people-watch. Overall, a nice coffee stop mainly for the location and atmosphere.

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Everything is wildly overpriced in the area and this cafe is not an exception. Two coffees and a croissant for $21 before tipping. The staff is really nice and friendly but the atmosphere is meh, and the coffee was mediocre at best - had a burnt bitter flavor.

They try for the French experience, with close enough results. Being from Paris, I can be picky. Yet. It's a great place for a hybrid of French meets USA food, with some dishes one cannot get elsewhere in Humboldt. So overall. A good place.

Pretty pricy but good café. The cappuccino was solid, the croissant the two poached eggs and one slice of ham ($11) was fine but kinda dry since they don’t offer any sauce besides hot sauce and ketchup. They ran out of mayo and I was twice recommended to put hot sauce on my croissant which I thought was distasteful and not fitting. Are you guys so desensitized that you need to put hot sauce on literally anything?

The food at Brio is excellent, the coffee is better. You better be patient, it takes a long time, even if you just order a cup of coffee and nothing else. They hand drip each cup and you can tell, so it is usually worth a wait. The staff however can be very hit and miss, the service is their biggest downfall. In fact, I don't think they even know what customer service is. The front dining area is not cleaned enough, and the flys are disturbing. I occasionally go for the coffee and to remind myself how disappointed in the service I am. I wish they would hire someone to teach them quality customer service to match their excellent baking and coffee skills.

Could work better on customer service. Ordered a coffee took like 20 minutes to wait for it. Also they forgot to put the sleeve over my to go coffee cup and put a lid on it. Most coffee places do that also they didn't put any milk or cream in my coffee like I asked for. Small coffee and cookie was a little over priced won't be coming back.

Food was tasty though the French pastries need some work. They were not light and fluffy as is characteristic typical French culinary delights. I had the waffle which was good and hearty. Portion size was sufficient. I would come again but skip their pastries.

Logan Rosselli

Overall it’s an alright place for breakfast. On my most recent experience, I wasn’t a fan of the capuchino as it had a burnt taste. We also got two pastries and asked for them heated up and it took almost 20 minutes just for them to heat the pastries and bring them to us. Once we finally got them, I felt my almond croissant was a bit burnt on the outside, but overall it tasted good. The atmosphere is alright as it’s on the plaza, but I feel there are quite a few other places in Arcata that provide a better cafe experience.

Fernanda Vega

people in town recommended this place so I went with very high expectations. the mimosas (with prosecco) and pastries (pain à chocolat) get 💯 but the breakfast not so much. my tofu scramble and hash potatoes were totally dull (no salt, no spices), also no toast to go with this 15$ dish, it felt a bit too uncared for. the service was excellent. the atmosphere nice only a little dirty but it was super busy.

people in town recommended this place so I went with very high expectations. the mimosas (with prosecco) and pastries (pain à chocolat) get 💯 but the breakfast not so much. my tofu scramble and hash potatoes were totally dull (no salt, no spices), also no toast to go with this 15$ dish, it felt a bit too uncared for. the service was excellent. the atmosphere nice only a little dirty but it was super busy.

Overall it’s an alright place for breakfast. On my most recent experience, I wasn’t a fan of the capuchino as it had a burnt taste. We also got two pastries and asked for them heated up and it took almost 20 minutes just for them to heat the pastries and bring them to us. Once we finally got them, I felt my almond croissant was a bit burnt on the outside, but overall it tasted good. The atmosphere is alright as it’s on the plaza, but I feel there are quite a few other places in Arcata that provide a better cafe experience.

Had an upsetting experience today with Smoked salmon waffles. The amount of salmon in a dish was almost non-existent, it was supposedly blended into the cheese, but I couldn't say I tasted it at all. So please, don't embarrass yourself with this, you otherwise make good food. Call this dish "a waffle with a thought of a salmon", or "a cream cheese waffle with molecular salmon". Jokes aside, the price of inclusion of some salmon slices into a 17$ dish would be 0.5-1$ if you buy it from the store, and half as much if you buy in bulk, trying to save up on that is such a disrespect.

How does a food service “professional”burn a chocolate croissant when you ask for it to be warmed? You chat it up with the cool bros that don’t have anything better to do than corner cafe workers when they are supposed to be working. I once paid $30+ for huevos rancheros here. Instead of improving over the years, it has gotten worse. Don’t bother eating here when you could eat at Los Bagels or Renata’s Creperie.

Food was tasty, but $50 was a little much for a couple of sandwiches for the two of us. And it took more than 30 minutes to get our food. I could understand the wait if it was Sunday brunch, but this was at 11:30 on a Tuesday. Only giving two stars and not one because the food was actually good.

Considering I have had friends work here, I say all this with the understanding that the staff is getting severely underpaid and just doing their best. I just paid almost $20 for two lattes. Why am I paying premium price when employees aren't even getting $20/hr? Additionally, when I come in here, I get consistently misgendered, even while wearing pins stating my pronouns. I understand that some folks are just trying to be polite, using "ma'am" or "sir", but unless you know someone personally, it's more polite not to use gendered language. The pastries are aight, when they don't get burned or forgotten about while heating up. Overall, is this a better option than jitterbug across the plaza? I don't know. There's decent food here, and I generally prefer supporting local business, but the folks at jitterbug dont misgender me and a latte is 50% cheaper.

Have been a fan of their pastries before, but went to the café itself for the first time and was served the saltiest, most inedible plate of eggs and potatoes. Tasted like it was cooked in burnt oil as well. Don't order the food, stick to the pastries and coffee.

Food was good, but I came here to get some work done and they don’t provide any sort of WiFi whatsoever. I assume it’s to increase turnover, but the place was not even close to full. After paying $20 for potatoes and eggs, a piece of toast, and a coffee, then 20% tip to place my order at a counter, pickup my food when it’s ready, then bus my table, and a 3% employee surcharge, I guess I expected to at least be able to get some work done. Sat on the patio and had an unnerving encounter with a homeless person. Overall good food, but wouldn’t go back.

I'd recommend ordering your food separately over ordering together. They know how to cook well but more oftent han not they wait and let different dishes get cold. I had the potatoes and eggs and it was cold but I didn't have enough free time to have the dish remade before I had to make an appointment.

Greg F

I'd recommend ordering your food separately over ordering together. They know how to cook well but more oftent han not they wait and let different dishes get cold. I had the potatoes and eggs and it was cold but I didn't have enough free time to have the dish remade before I had to make an appointment.

Ordered lunch today. Grilled cheese sandwich for my 6 year old and it was probably the tastiest food we got. Also ordered a lunch omelet with salad and it was not worth the $13 they charged. The salad was all wilty and brown and there was little to no dressing on it. Mind you we ordered one for both my husband and I. The desserts were pretty tasty, we ordered the lemon bars and sticky bun. Fries were also ok. Will not be returning.

These people absolutely miss the mark when it comes to tipping. They remove all joy from “giving” by making it mandatory and automatic. First of all, this place is not cheap. Reaching behind you to grab a loaf of bread to go (already in a bag) does not warrant a dollar tip. Making a coffee- yes, that’s a service but grabbing something I could easy grab myself and charging me a dollar for that puts a bad taste in my mouth. If the guy had even greeted me properly, might’ve warranted that dollar but I got absolutely zero gratitude. Will definitely not come back here. Tips. Are. Optional!!! Very bad business practice by stealing from customers to make up for your lack of wages.

A turkey sandwich I bought yesterday had something Tough in it. Gristle? Definitely Not something anyone would try to chew and swallow

Long wait, small portions, overpriced food, and flavor was not great. Especially when the greens were the best tasting!

Small amounts of food for a high price. Pancake batter wasn't mixed. Potatoes were hard and scrambled eggs weren't scrambled just stuck together and overcooked. Non informative of what's on the menu for specific days of the week. Ordered the classic with sauce and wasn't told the sauce is only available on weekends till after it came to the table. They weren't willing to do a refund and didn't ask what they could do to help/make it better etc ..bad service

HORRIBLE! I just left after paying $65 without including a generous tip. I was served a salad with wilted and rotten pieces of lettuce, non-buttered soggy bread and a squash soup that was literally like baby food. It was so thick it stuck to my spoon. when I returned the soup I was told that everybody else likes it. offered no alternative no refund so incredibly rude. Horrible customer service I come from an area with very high-end French restaurants don’t waste your money on this one. if you want to go here, get a coffee and a pastry don’t waste your money on the hot food. Not to mention The serving sizes are ridiculously small and laughable for the amount of money they charge. The quiche was hard and tasted like salt. I literally walked out laughing with my friend at how unbelievable this experience was. this is literally the only time I’ve ever written a review around a restaurant so hopefully I’m saving somebody’s money and from having a horrible experience, so many other great places to eat in Arcata, don’t waste your time or money on this one i’d also like to add that not only do you spend a fortune for small portions but they ask you to bussed your own table hilarious