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Savor the Coast at Terra Mar Kitchen - Terra Mar Kitchen, Albion, CA

Terra Mar Kitchen

3.9
3.9
22 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
Inspired by the root meaning of our name, Terra Mar Kitchen offers an intentionally crafted, plant-forward blue-zone menu that celebrates the best of Northern California's coastal bounty. Our Mendocino restaurant provides guests with a healthy and crave-able coastal experience, where every dish is thoughtfully designed to nourish both body and soul.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Mediterranean, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Daily 8:00 am–11:00 am
  • Phone number
    (707) 937-1919
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Kenny Boyle
  • Neighborhood
    Mendocino
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Terra Mar Kitchen is located at SCP Mendocino Coast Lodge, on the ocean side of Coast Highway 1, a six-mile drive south of the historic village of Mendocino, only minutes from galleries, boutiques, state parks, beaches, golf and tennis, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, and horseback riding along California's Mendocino coast.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 22 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.9
3.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Terra Mar Kitchen offers breathtaking ocean views and a cozy, modern atmosphere. Guests rave about the "creative fresh ingredients" and "fantastic main course." Enjoy unique dishes like stuffed squid rellenos and hazelnut crepe dessert. The ambience is "gorgeous," and the attentive staff ensures a memorable dining experience, perfect for special occasions.

22 Reviews
  1. Maureen

    Orlando

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service. Food was amazing. Went above and beyond

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  2. Teresa

    San Francisco

    22 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    I would love to rate this restaurant but can't because we walked out. We sat for a 630 reservation and ordered sparkling water. 23 mins after sitting, our water came. 35 mins after sitting, we got up and left.The restaurant was maybe half full. NO ONE said anything to us..There was 2 waitstaff and a server and manager that ignored us. We were also guests at the INN. So sad, because we have been going for 25+ years. Menu looks good but no idea how it tastes.

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  3. Shell

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    The Good: The fresh cod fish was excellent! The service was kind and prompt. The OK:  The ambience was somewhat cafeteria like with tables laid out uninterestingly in a large room BUT with lovely assorted light baskets hanging from the ceiling. The Bad: The wild rice under my fish was so hard I was worried about it breaking my teeth so I stopped eating it! The Caramelized Onion Galette was so flavorless it was like eating a plain piece of white bread. The margarita I ordered was tasteless so I requested a splash of Cointreau be added, then a Splenda. 😛 We had to request a candle be put on our unstable table after requesting a shim under one leg. NOTE: I hope the chef/bar will be willing to take some constructive criticism.
    Terra Mar KitchenResponded 7 days ago
    Greetings. Thank you for your informative review. I'm sorry that you had a disappointing experience and the items ordered were not to standard. The entire operation is always open to helpful feedback, and we will take your comments and implement the needed adjustments to improve our service and product. Also, I just reordered shims for the tables! Thank you for the reminder. I hope that if we are fortunate to have you as a guest in the future, you will have a much better experience dining with us. Tony F&B Manager

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  4. Jean

    San Francisco

    22 reviews

    2.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    What a disappointment. We are locals and went to Terra Mar because they were offering a contribution to the local Humane Society. We had previously been patrons of the Albion River Inn, their predecessor. What a disappointment! The menu was limited, the food was disappointing and the service was poor. Two of us thought the meal was OK, but not what we'd ordered...homemade chips replaced with spuds? A young man bussing, with a jacket and wool cap, was in not what you'd call appropriate attire. Picking up the glass inappropriately to refill, I wondered where his hands had been. The decor is austere at best and the lighting was so dim, we all resorted to our phones to see the menu. My chicken was too dry to eat and the dessert was awful. As a lovely place to stay, I hope they will survive, but for us, we won't be back.

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  5. Funda

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    With a stunning ocean view, we enjoyed a wonderful breakfast at the restaurant. The French toast was delicious, perfectly sweetened, and just right. Additionally, the chef’s unique flavor combinations in Huevos Rancheros offered an exciting taste experience. Highly recommended!
    Terra Mar KitchenResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for your encouraging feedback. I absolutely love our breakfast menu, but the Huevos Rancheros are next level for me. My favorite breakfast item! Please visit us again! Tony F&B Manager

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Terra Mar kitchen does not come close to living up to its predecessor when it was the albion inn restaurant. Perhaps they just haven't perfected their fall menu but, I would not return. The chef is trying to make unique dishes, marrying atypical ingredients, but we all felt he missed his mark. The service by Evan was mediocre at best. The rock cod on the Pacific catch was our best choice. The half chicken and pork shank were quite ordinary and not quite there, missing something. The carrot kabocha squash pie just didn't work, though we did like the pear carpaccio.
    Terra Mar KitchenResponded 7 days ago
    Greetings. Thank you for your important and helpful feedback. I'm sorry that the menu execution and service was less than acceptable. I am committed to working with the kitchen and service staff on listening to valuable guest comments and making needed improvements, as well as working to pave a path that will build a positive following in the community, much like our predecessor (who I remember well) established for so many years. Tony F&B Manager

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  7. Carolen

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed a wonderful dinner for four at Terra Mar. Great service and fun drinks. Food was inventive and delicious and portions were generous. The remodeled dining room is beautiful and the sunset views amazing. We’ll be back!
    Terra Mar KitchenResponded 7 days ago
    Greetings Caroled, Thank you for your uplifting comments. I am thrilled that you enjoyed the food & drinks at Terra Mar Kitchen. We are deeply committed to providing the best product and service, and are encouraged by the positive comments we've received. Please visit us again! Tony F&B Manager

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  8. David

    Tahoe

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, spectacular views. Big hit for my friend’s special birthday dinner

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  9. Derek

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible cocktails and views of the ocean at sunset. Would highly recommend as a pre-dinner spot to grab a drink and admire the views. They appear to be working out some kinks in their new fall menu, but everyone was friendly and we had a nice meal.

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  10. logan

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great! We went for our 6 year anniversary and got a 5pm reservation. We were one of 3 tables that were seated and got to have a lovely meal with excellent food overlooking the bluffs and sunset of the mendocino coast. Our server Trevor even gave us some free champagne for the occasion. And let us sit outside by the fire pit while we exchanged gifts and had dessert. It's a lovely restaurant with the best view ever! 10/10 would recommend.

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Terra Mar Kitchen is rated 3.9 stars by 22 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
Google Map for Terra Mar Kitchen

3790 Highway 1, Albion, CA 95410

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Mendocino
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Daily 8:00 am–11:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Mediterranean, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Terra Mar Kitchen is located at SCP Mendocino Coast Lodge, on the ocean side of Coast Highway 1, a six-mile drive south of the historic village of Mendocino, only minutes from galleries, boutiques, state parks, beaches, golf and tennis, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, and horseback riding along California's Mendocino coast.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Kenny Boyle
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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