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The Moosse Cafe


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4.0 of 5 stars 42 ratings
42 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
20
4.0 of 5 stars
10
3.0 of 5 stars
5
2.0 of 5 stars
6
1.0 of 5 stars
1
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#2 of 11 restaurants in Mendocino
  • Cuisines: Californian
  • Average price*: € 13 ($ 20)

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3 of 5 stars
Designer-at-Large   68 contributions
California
Nov 16, 2009

We've had many memorable meals at Moosse over the years, however on this trip to Mendocino we were disappointed. I will say the quality of the ingredients was very good and I appreciate the freshness of local ingredients, but the flavors didn't blend well and seemed over reaching. The lentil soup was too spicy and was garnished with croutons, which... more

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4 of 5 stars
Stan15   6 contributions
Birmingham
Oct 21, 2009

The entrees were outstanding along with the wine selection and salad. The restaurant is situated in what appears to be a converted house, which provides a nice atmosphere. The one negative were the desserts. We ordered a sorbet, which tasted like it had been left in the freezer for about two months too long. more

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4 of 5 stars
GoodEaterstoo   5 contributions
Seattle
Oct 8, 2009

The restaurant was packed at 7 p.m. on the Saturday we visited, so we were glad we had made a reservation. We decided to share an entree and they were very nice about it. We appreciated it because sometimes it seems the staff writes you off when you don't place a huge order.The lettuce in the salad seemed as if... more

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5 of 5 stars
voyageurfoodie   4 contributions
Richmond, VA
Sep 23, 2009

We chose to go back to The Moose Cafe after remembering that we loved it 15 years ago. We still love it! We were there on a Monday night and there is no corkage fee charged on that night so we stopped and bought a bottle of wine at a local market. The service was superb and our server was... more

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3 of 5 stars
Marfak   217 contributions
Modesto, CA
Sep 5, 2009

I have been to Mendocino many times and have eaten here several times. If you ask someone where to eat in town, they will almost invariably mention the Moosse Cafe. And, indeed, every time we have eaten here it has been packed. The restaurant is small, and the tables are close together, cafe style. This means that the volume level... more

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4 of 5 stars
Western View   20 contributions
West USA
Aug 23, 2009

Dinner was very good. Had Cioppino...burger...both were very good. Bread was excellent. Desserts were good as well..ice cream and berry cobbler. Service was good as well. I was told the restaurant is for sale so there may be changes in the future. more

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4 of 5 stars
jasbear   16 contributions
SF Bay Area
Aug 20, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

We went there for lunch on our first full day in Mendocino. Place is popular so we were lucky there was one table available. Atmosphere is kind of funky. Service was good though the wait person didn't seem real friendly - like, she did not welcome us or greet us, just took our order. The menu is eclectic with some... more

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2 of 5 stars
bigmommatz   8 contributions
Morro Bay
Aug 17, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

We went to this restaurant on the recommendation of a local. We were told no reservation was needed so we went without one. We were never treated so bad at a pricey place in our life and we have eaten at plenty. The steak was like rubber which is kind, the halibut dry and over cooked. This is a great... more

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5 of 5 stars
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Aug 11, 2009

Food was excellent. Look out for the daily specials. I had the wild salmon and it was great. Must not leave without trying the Choc Pudding. It's the best I've had. Dinner reservations are highly recommended. Last seating is at 8.15pm. more

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3 of 5 stars
daisymay1   32 contributions
Sacramento, CA
Jul 10, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

We went here for lunch a couple days ago - and the bad service we received still leaves a bad taste in my mouth. We took a look at the menu (promising), glanced around inside (nice atmosphere) and decided that it would be worth the $13-$17 each for lunch at this place. We were mistaken. Don't get me wrong -... more

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The Moosse Cafe Address

390 Kasten St, The Blue Heron, Mendocino, CA 95460
Tel: 707-937-4323
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.