Breezy eatery for sustainable seafood, tacos, burgers & other coastal Californian fare.
Handline
Handline is a restaurant that celebrates Californian food, including seafood, tacos, and burgers, as well local beer and wine. Housed in a repurposed …
Shubham Kamdi
Handline in Sebastopol is clearly a spot that prioritizes quality and craft. If you are looking for a meal where the flavors truly stand out, this is the place to go. I found the food to be genuinely delicious across the board, and it’s obvious that they aren’t cutting corners when it comes to the ingredients they source.
The menu highlights for me were definitely the fish tacos and the sandwiches. The fish was fresh and perfectly prepared, and the sandwiches felt substantial and well-balanced. If you’re a fan of shellfish, the oysters are a must-try; they were incredibly fresh, clean, and served exactly as they should be. It’s the kind of food that makes you want to slow down and enjoy every bite.
However, I have to be honest about the cost: it felt a bit expensive. While the quality is high, the price point might feel a little steep depending on what you’re used to for a casual meal in Sebastopol. It is the type of place where the bill adds up quickly, especially if you’re diving into the raw bar or ordering a few rounds of tacos.
Overall, if you don’t mind paying a bit of a premium for a “yummy” experience, Hardline is worth the visit. It might not be the most budget-friendly lunch in town, but the excellence of the fish and those oysters makes it a great choice for a treat or a nice afternoon out. You’re paying for quality, and in this case, you can definitely taste it.
… moreRick Mesler
You order from a counter and then sit down at your table. We had burgers, which is a la cart, fries are separate and are $7. The burgers were very good, the fries were nice and crispy. I had a dozen oysters which were good, the sauce with the oysters was tangy, but just ok tasting. I also had an oyster sliders. The oyster was fried and delicious but not so good as a slider. I would definitely come here again.
… moresage s
Great service and vibes here. Nice tap list, got a burger which was good. Not mindblowing, but it’s a seafood place. Fries were some of the best in Sonoma county.
… moreJackson Blum
Had an excellent lunch here. Loved the atmosphere on the patio area. All staff were friendly. Excellent fried fish tacos. The affogato (soft serve + cold brew) was especially refreshing.
… moreDaisy Chavez Serrano
One of my favorite places to eat. A well rounded casual eating spot. Great oysters, crunchy fries, cold beer and creative food. They offer water and sparkling water for free which is a real treat.
… moreAnna K
Friday happy hour- super quick friendly service even though the place was hopping. Outdoor patio seating is amazing, you don’t even feel like you’re right on a busy road in the middle of town and is much better than being inside where it’s loud dark and echoey. Big drink selection, food was good but made our stomachs hurt, not sure why.
… moreKristie S
Started off with fresh oysters, sampling all three: Totten (Totten Inlet, WA), Highwater (Homboldt Bay, CA), and Sweetwater (Tomales Bay, CA). Hands down the Sweetwater oysters were my favorite with Totten as the runner up. Next I had the El Coronado Tacos that consisted of beer battered fried rockfish, shaved cabbage, Chipotle aioli, avocado and lime. In my opinion, I feel that there was too much shredded cabbage, which took away from the flavor of the tacos, but they were still pretty tasty. My husband had the Inglewood Burger consisting of 1/3 organic beef, hwy 1 Honduras, lettuce, spicy pickle relish on a toasted bun, minus the thousand island dressing, and there was no complaint. Parking was a little challenging but they had several seating areas.
… moreJulian Tucker
Handline is one of our favorite places and we’d recommend stopping here to anyone! We had a welcome dinner here the night before our wedding and we couldn’t have been happier with how it turned out. Sam, the owner, created a fantastic, fresh menu and even helped facilitate renting a PA system for speeches. All the servers and staff were super friendly and the food was delicious (although there was a bit of a delay in serving). We’ve also been here several times as normal guests and the food has been top-notch every time. It’s hard to resist burgers, tacos, and the outdoor tables on a nice day.
… moreJessica Wilcox
Just went for the first time with some friends. Everything was amazing! I love that it is order at the bar so you don’t have to worry about split checks. It’s find your own table and there is a ton of available, both in and outdoor.
We ate outside and the staff was nice and helped us get the heater going. The food came out quick and everything was excellent. Fish tacos, the fish, our friends enjoyed their burger and tostada, not to mention the great drinks! I wish I had saved room for ice cream.
The only thing that I would say is a negative is the small parking lot. Otherwise everything about our experience was amazing and we’ll be back!
… moreJessie W
What I really enjoy about this place is the flexibility of their dining – you get to select your own seat, whether you prefer indoors or out. Their commitment to seasonal ingredients means the menu is always fresh and interesting, and I can personally vouch for the Los Cabos and the Mendo; they truly satisfy.
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