Wondering where to eat in Shelter Cove, California? Whether you’re hiking the Lost Coast or just watching the sunset from your deck, these local spots offer fresh food, ocean views, and small-town charm. Note, do check opening hours – there are several reviews of Shelter Cove where people were dismayed to discover they had gone to watch the sunset in the hopes of eating dinner afterwards only to discover the restaurants had closed. Also, service can take a little longer than what folks are used to from fast-paced cities. Enjoy your time in this beautiful ton and realize it’s a small community with limited staff. For corrections or additions, leave a comment below.151
See Also the Trip Advisor page Restaurants in Shelter Cove
Mi Mochima
210 Wave Drive
Shelter Cove, CA 95589
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Venezuelan Restaurant with oceanfront views
Cuisine description: It’s Venezuelan, but the inn’s site emphasizes that they serve “traditional Venezuelan arepas, empanadas, and tequeños” along with beer, wine, and espresso drinks.
Hours (do check to verify):
Thu–Sun: 5–9:00 pm;
Sun also open 12 pm–3 pm
RV Campground and Deli
492 Machi Road, Whitethorn, CA 95589
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Fresh fish & chips, burgers, and homemade treats.
Hours vary during winter
Check Hours
Open until 7PM
Deli and Store Hours of Operation:
Summer Hours: Mid-May through Labor Day
| Day | Store Hours | Grill Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday to Wednesday | 7:00 am – 7:00 pm | 11:00 am – 7:00 pm |
| Thursday to Saturday | 7:00 am – 9:00 pm | 11:00 am – 9:00 pm |
Winter Hours: After Labor Day through mid-May
| Day | Store Hours | Grill Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Thursday | 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm | Closed |
| Friday to Sunday | 9:00 am – 7:00 pm | Closed |
(707) 842-0918
ShelterCoveRV@gmail.com
Gyppo Ale Mill
1661 Upper Pacific
Shelter Cove, CA 95589
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Outdoor sit down dining in a spacious beer garden
Hours (do please check to verify):
Mon-Thurs: 5-8 PM
Fri-Sun: 12-8 PM
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Delgada Pizza & Bakery
205 Wave Drive
Shelter Cove, CA 95589
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Homemade Italian food: Pizza, sandwiches, calzones, baked goods, and in-house craft beers.
Usual Hours (do check to verify)
Monday 11 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 11 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–9 PM
Thursday 11 AM–9 PM
Friday 11 AM–9 PM
Saturday 11 AM–9 PM
Sunday 11 AM–9 PM
Mario’s Marina Bar & Grill
533 Machi Rd
Shelter Cove, CA 95589
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Friendly little bar where locals hang out. Note, there is a Facebook page for Mario’s Bar that says it’s closed. However, that’s the old site. The new ownership runs it as Mario’s Marina Bar
Hours (do check to verify):
Mon: 5-10:00 PM
Tues: Closed
Wed: Closed
Thurs: 4-10:00 PM
Fri: 5-12:00 AM
Sat: 5-12:00 AM
Sun: 4-10:00 PM
(707) 347-3474
MariosMarina707@gmail.com
Surf Point Coffee + Bistro
Surf Point Drive , Shelter Cove, CA
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Great coffee, food, service and view
Hours (do check to verify): Daily: 7:30 AM–4 PM
(707) 986-0068
SurfPoint23@gmail.com
Fish Tank
205 Wave Drive Ste 104
Shelter Cove, CA 95589
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Come enjoy your favorite espresso drink and a light breakfast while spotting migrating whales, or browse the walls for a unique experience in gyotaku provided by local artist Tommy York.
Café Dolce at Whitethorn Construction
545 Shelter Cove Rd,
Whitethorn, CA 95589
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Great place to drop in for great food and coffee on your drive in or out of Shelter Cove or while picking something up at Whitethorn Construction.
Shelter Cove General Store – Google Map Link
Just like the real country stores of days past, you can find just about everything at the General Store. If we don’t have what you want, we have something that will work! Check out the Products & Services tab to find everything we have to offer. Every department is fully stocked.
Briceland Vineyards – see Google Maps link
5959 Briceland Road • 5.5 Miles West of Redway • 75 yards up Ferren Road • (707) 923-2429
Our wines are expressive of site, vintage and our hand-made small lot wine-making style. We are more than pleased to share our story, our experience of each vintage and info about our favorite vineyards, but the wine speaks for itself.
Visit us at the winery for tasting on the patio and a winery tour. We aim to make wine that a novice wine drinker will enjoy and a true wine geek will appreciate. Drop by for distinctive wine, moderate prices and relaxed atmosphere.
Shelter Cove Farmer’s Market – see the NCGA site for updated hours/calendar
Shelter Cove Farmers Market features fresh produce, local artisans, delicious food items, and much more in a beautiful atmosphere with live music.
Open Tuesdays, 11am-3pm
see the NCGA site for updated hours/calendar
Starting in 2020 the Garberville, Shelter Cove and Miranda farmers’ markets joined NCGA’s other successful markets under the umbrella of NCGA as the operator. Visit the Shelter Cove Farmers’ Market this season to purchase the freshest Humboldt-County-Grown and GMO-free produce along with plants, meats and other wonderful products.
Most of these eateries are locally owned and operated and walkable from pretty much anywhere within the Cove.
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