Tiffany L.
Yelp
Mendocino Farms was indeed created by foodies, for foodies. I am so disappointed I didn't discover Mendocino Farms earlier.
Food:
"Not so fried chicken": 11/10
I'm not a sandwich person, but since this was the recommended "Foodie Favorite", I gave it a try. The chicken was moist and delightfully cold against the warm, toasted ciabatta. The crispy bits layered at the bottom of the sandwich made eating the sandwich FEEL like you were biting into a fried chicken sandwich and added a much-needed crunch to keep the texture of the sandwich interesting. The mustard pickle slaw wonderfully provided acid and freshness to cut through the denseness of the chicken and ciabatta. This sandwich comes with a side of either tangy mustard barbeque sauce or mustard pickle remoulade, and I tried the mustard pickle remoulade. The remoulade was tasty, but this is a sandwich that can stand confidently on its own without any extra remoulade or sauce, since it already has a saucy slaw to add moisture to the sandwich.
Spicy Curried Couscous: 6/10
The couscous was alright. It has a slightly spicy kick to it and tasted like the standard powdered curry seasoning you can get at the grocery store. I wasn't too impressed with the flavor profile of this side.
Green juice (one of their house-made beverages): 11/10
You know how green juices are often leafier, vegetable-y, or bitter? And you pay $7 or $8 for a cup? This ain't that. This juice is more on the sweet side, just how I like my green juices. It's exactly what I want when I want a green juice. So next time I'm craving a green juice, I'll stop by Mendocino Farms instead of a juice place.
Atmosphere: 10/10
The interior is SO cute. Great for a casual gathering. Decor is light and airy, and the seating area is spacious and comfortable.
Service: 10/10
The staff were extremely friendly and helpful with menu recommendations.