It was a very rainy morning here in Mendocino. I needed a nice hot breakfast that would warm my heart and soul. I definitely found it here at Good Life. The cafe is warm, inviting, and has a friendly staff who love the place. I ordered the shrimp and polenta Benedict with a side salad. The Benedict is rich! Perfectly poached eggs over sautéed shrimp, spinach, mushrooms and cherry tomatoes. The hollandaise sauce is so rich and creamy. The polenta underneath adds a nice texture to the dish. The side salad was a good choice next to the richness of the Benedict. It was like a palate cleanser. The vegetables were all fresh and crisp, and the light dressing was very tasty. I also loved that they put sunflower seeds on it! I wasn't in the mood for anything sweet, but all the pastries certainly looked good. I also really like the merchandise they have as well as arts and crafts by local artisans.

Oh so good! Quality ingredients, vegan choices, great croissants, coffee, lattes.... Soups salads and more Delightful inside- bright artwork on the walls. Can Order and Pay at your table. Variety of beers and drinks. Also has "Grab & Go" as you walk in... for those in a hurry.

Don't know where to start: so I'll start with the staff. Very polite and helpful!! And patient!! Best latte I've had (other than my homemade version)!!! Biscuits & gravy for me... Belgian waffle for my wife....amazing!! Haven't eaten the 2 tarts that we just had to buy for the road.... Perfect morning atmosphere!!!

Uniqueness: Tarts are great! Wish I got the danishes too if they weren't sold out so quick. Wait Time: [x][x][x][x][x] Food Quality: [x][x][x][x][x] Service: [x][x][x][x][ ] Setting: [x][x][x][x][x] Cost: [x][x][x][x][ ] Recommendation? Baked goods are great! Seems like the breakfast is also good too. A quick stop to Good Life Cafe and Bakery was well worth the stop when it came to getting some delicious baked goods. This place must have been well recommended as when we stopped here, the line was nearly out the door. They have sit down breakfasts and baked goods if you want to get a baked good on the go. The baked goods were plenty of tarts, pies, danishes, and other small baked goods that all looked very good to choose from. We stuck with just the tarts as unfortunately the Danishes ran out by the time we got in front but still enjoyed those delicious tarts anyways. If I'm ever back in Mendocino, I'm definitely coming earlier and getting those Danishes and as well as a hearty breakfast. Well recommended place!

Found this place while walking through Mendocino. They had a wide variety of pastries as well as sandwiches and brunch options but I decided on the Nutella bun. The worker was really nice and heated it up for me as well. I liked the powdered sugar coating on the pastry but wish there was more Nutella included in the actual pastry itself. However, it was tasty and I would try this place again if I was in the area!

This place exceeded my expectation! The food was delicious and fresh and felt very seasonal. Great stop for lunch or breakfast as you come in from a long day on the road. They have seating outside and inside and even a little farm stand out back. Grab some pastries or coffee or sit down for a nice meal in the sunshine. I enjoyed the turkey BLT with a side salad.

Great restaurant! And it's the restaurant that explains the long line. Expect the long line. It took me about 15 minutes before I can order. There is outdoor and in door seating. My favorite thing is the hot cinder and country fried steak.

LOVE THIS PLACE!! Pup friendly -on their nice patio deck, awesome staff, delicious food and the pastries OMGAWD‼ Had the homemade bagel with all the produce and a latte - and a chocolate chip cookie- all fantastic! This place is a must! They also have a store of great gift items from mugs to wooden salad tongs, to travel silverware sets- much of which is locally made! Great spot for souvenirs! Oh and great dog cookies! Mine can be a little selective when it comes to treats and this is her FAVE! This place has a homey feel- I liken it to being at your best friend's house only better unless your best friend happens to be the owner or the baker here.