There’s just something about a visit to a botanical garden. The vibrant hues of the flora, the captivating scents wafting up into the air, and the comfort of being in nature. And that’s exactly what you’ll find at the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens. But most people don’t know that there is also a wonderful little café there that makes for an enchanting day trip destination.

The Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens is located in Fort Bragg, about 7 miles north of downtown Mendocino.
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Rhody’s Garden Café sits on the property, offering spectacular views of the surrounding landscape.
One of the best things is that you don’t have to pay the botanical garden entrance fee to dine here.
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This is a seasonal café that is open daily. You can purchase drinks, snacks, and desserts between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and the main lunch service time is from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

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In addition to several standard items, the café also serves up delicious daily specials.
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The menu is influenced by the available seasonal produce garnered from the organic demonstration vegetable garden on the Botanical Garden property. Dining is on this inviting outdoor patio and your four-legged friends are welcome to stay as well!
Using only the freshest, high-quality ingredients, the café is popular with vegetarians and vegans.
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The menu encompasses organic salads, a wide array of sandwiches, a hummus plate, mac ‘n cheese, house-made soups, and more.
Who couldn’t resist this scrumptious grilled gourmet panini sandwich special?
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Dessert items run the gamut as well, including coconut macaroons, fruit cobblers or crisps, and fruit juice popsicles, among others. Beverage options include fresh organic strawberry lemonade, hot, iced, or blended coffees, and fruit smoothies, just to name a few.

Fresh and delicious menu items and a fantastic al fresco setting — it’s no wonder that Rhody’s Garden Café is an enchanting day trip destination.

Have you eaten at Rhody’s Garden Café? If so, we’d love to see your photos and hear about your experiences in the comments.

While you’re here, be sure to check out the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, which draws more than 86,000 visitors a year.

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Rhody's Garden Café, 18220 CA-1, Fort Bragg, CA 95437, USA