Guidebook for Arcata
Food Scene
They make the most exceptional cup of coffee and their pastries are to die for.
76 locals recommend
Cafe Brio
791 G StThey make the most exceptional cup of coffee and their pastries are to die for.
Their crepes are so delicious. You can't go wrong sweet or savory!
63 locals recommend
Renata's Creperie
1030 G StTheir crepes are so delicious. You can't go wrong sweet or savory!
Best Mexican food in town plus they have a great outdoor patio for sunny days.
9 locals recommend
Rita's Margaritas & Mexican Grill
855 8th StBest Mexican food in town plus they have a great outdoor patio for sunny days.
Famous for the "Slug" an everything bagel unlike any you've ever tried. Don't miss it while in Arcata!
41 locals recommend
Los Bagels
1061 I StFamous for the "Slug" an everything bagel unlike any you've ever tried. Don't miss it while in Arcata!
Local fish house that has the best of everything in a cool new hip spot located just on the backside of the Plaza downtown.
47 locals recommend
SALT Fish House
935 I StLocal fish house that has the best of everything in a cool new hip spot located just on the backside of the Plaza downtown.
Newest restaurant in town and doing everything right. Cooking everything over a campfire. Food is good, drinks are great and the atmosphere is on point.
50 locals recommend
Campground
865 9th StNewest restaurant in town and doing everything right. Cooking everything over a campfire. Food is good, drinks are great and the atmosphere is on point.
Drinks & Nightlife
Grab an empanada or slice of pie while enjoying a glass of cider. Live music occasionally and a cool patio to mingle on.
36 locals recommend
Slice Of Humboldt Pie
828 I StGrab an empanada or slice of pie while enjoying a glass of cider. Live music occasionally and a cool patio to mingle on.
Great spot to hang out late night- they have pool tables, great food, sports and live music/shows a few times a week.
28 locals recommend
Humboldt Brews LLC
856 10th StGreat spot to hang out late night- they have pool tables, great food, sports and live music/shows a few times a week.
Local joint for a great cocktail and they even make tacos a couple nights a week right at the bar.
22 locals recommend
Richards' Goat Tavern & Tea Room
401 I StLocal joint for a great cocktail and they even make tacos a couple nights a week right at the bar.
Parks & Nature
Don't miss some of the worlds largest Redwoods just a mile up the road!
35 locals recommend
Redwood Park
490 Park DrDon't miss some of the worlds largest Redwoods just a mile up the road!
Enjoy a beautiful walk around the many ponds at the Marsh. You can even spot a family of otters in Klopp Lake with a view out over Humboldt Bay.
37 locals recommend
Arcata Marsh
Enjoy a beautiful walk around the many ponds at the Marsh. You can even spot a family of otters in Klopp Lake with a view out over Humboldt Bay.
Shopping
Favorite boutique downtown with a huge assortment of homegoods, jewelry and giftables. Locally owned.
16 locals recommend
Plaza: Be Inspired
808 G StFavorite boutique downtown with a huge assortment of homegoods, jewelry and giftables. Locally owned.
Love this shop - so many beautiful pieces of art and garden inspiration.
13 locals recommend
Garden Gate
905 H StLove this shop - so many beautiful pieces of art and garden inspiration.
Essentials
Local Co-op just down the street with a great coffee bar, fresh pastries and deli where you can get a great sandwich.
63 locals recommend
Cooperative
25 4th StreetLocal Co-op just down the street with a great coffee bar, fresh pastries and deli where you can get a great sandwich.
I think this is pretty much the only laundry in town (it is a small town).
35 locals recommend
Emerald City Laundry Co
1210 G StI think this is pretty much the only laundry in town (it is a small town).
Local supermarket - they do carry liquor and beer (no need to go to the liquor shop too).
23 locals recommend
Safeway
2555 Harris StLocal supermarket - they do carry liquor and beer (no need to go to the liquor shop too).
Entertainment & Activities
Newly redone local theater just up the street where you can sit down and order a beer or food while in your seat! Just make sure you call ahead and reserve a seat since it does tend to sell out quick.
60 locals recommend
Minor Theatre
1001 H StNewly redone local theater just up the street where you can sit down and order a beer or food while in your seat! Just make sure you call ahead and reserve a seat since it does tend to sell out quick.
An old movie theater converted into a great lounge where occasionally they do actually play movies but most of the time you can watch a show sitting around tables and enjoying a drink and some food.
25 locals recommend
Arcata Theatre Lounge
1036 G StAn old movie theater converted into a great lounge where occasionally they do actually play movies but most of the time you can watch a show sitting around tables and enjoying a drink and some food.