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!
… moreGabby M
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.
… moreJanet 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!
… moreJennifer Peavey
HORRIBLE! I just left after paying $65 without including a generous tip. I was served a salad with wilted and rotten pieces of lettuce, non-buttered soggy bread and a squash soup that was literally like baby food. It was so thick it stuck to my spoon. when I returned the soup I was told that everybody else likes it. offered no alternative no refund so incredibly rude. Horrible customer service I come from an area with very high-end French restaurants don’t waste your money on this one. if you want to go here, get a coffee and a pastry don’t waste your money on the hot food. Not to mention The serving sizes are ridiculously small and laughable for the amount of money they charge. The quiche was hard and tasted like salt. I literally walked out laughing with my friend at how unbelievable this experience was. this is literally the only time I’ve ever written a review around a restaurant so hopefully I’m saving somebody’s money and from having a horrible experience, so many other great places to eat in Arcata, don’t waste your time or money on this one i’d also like to add that not only do you spend a fortune for small portions but they ask you to bussed your own table hilarious
… morecassie dunn
Stopped to have breakfast before the Saturday farmers market and it was absolutely delicious. Add a side salad to your meal, you won’t be disappointed.
… moreAleksandr Korneevskii
Had an upsetting experience today with Smoked salmon waffles. The amount of salmon in a dish was almost non-existent, it was supposedly blended into the cheese, but I couldn’t say I tasted it at all. So please, don’t embarrass yourself with this, you otherwise make good food. Call this dish “a waffle with a thought of a salmon”, or “a cream cheese waffle with molecular salmon”.
Jokes aside, the price of inclusion of some salmon slices into a 17$ 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.
… moreJoan 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
… moreK “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!
… moreSunny Sonia
Good food (some healthy & delicious). Some items are pricey (fresh squeezed OJ cup is more than a walnut loaf of bread).
… moreHolly 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.
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