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Terrapin Creek Cafe & Restaurant

4.8 (3280)
$50 and over
Californian
1580 Eastshore Rd, Bodega Bay, CA 94923

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Terrapin Creek Cafe & Restaurant

4.8
$50 and over
Californian
Bodega Bay

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Terrapin Creek Cafe & Restaurant is a California cuisine restaurant located in Bodega Bay, California.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Liya & Andrew Truong

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Terrapin Creek Cafe & Restaurant.

4.8

4.8
(3280)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Californian

  • Wine Country

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Terrapin Creek Cafe & Restaurant offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding food" and "exceptional service." Located in a picturesque coastal setting, it features a diverse menu with dishes like scallops, crab cakes, and salmon. The "friendly atmosphere" and "warm welcome" make it a beloved spot in Sonoma County.
3,280 Reviews
  1. Ian

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was amazing!! Scallops, squash soup, and octopus cauliflower salad were incredible! The duck breast was also very good, but was outclassed by the apps in my opinion. If your getting desert, go for the pumpkin cheesecake and/or the bread pudding. The waiter was very knowledgeable about the food and very attentive to our needs, very personable and fun to talk too! Old school style dining, minimal cocktails, extensive wine list. Overall: very high quality food, great service, 100% worth a trip. We will returning!

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  2. Kristin

    San Francisco Bay Area9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My late-husband and I used to come here every year for his birthday. It was so special to us. The food, service and cozy atmosphere were always tops. This last Saturday my grief group all came to stay over in Bodega Bay and we enjoyed dinner at Terrapin. Making new joyful memories here with the outstanding service and food was just wonderful. The majority of us had the Wagyu strip steak, with potatoes puree, trumpet mushrooms and broccolini. Two others ordered the duck and we had soups and salads for appetizers. Everything was cooked to perfection and was so delicious. The desserts were not to be missed either (we shared basically a sampler). They were a hit with the Europeans in the group because they weren't overly sweet. It is always a fabulous time at Terrapin - a special place. Thank you, Terrapin Crew.

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  3. Christine Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a fabulous dinner and service couldn’t be better. The food was amazing and we can’t wait to go back !! It lived up to its reputation!!

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  4. Cindy Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best steak my guest had ever had. He must have mentioned it three times. Crab cakes and scallops out of this world delicious!!! Can't wait to go back!!

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  5. Gary Gold

    Las Vegas6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time at Terrapin Creek and next time we are in the area we will be back. We all commented that it was the best meal we have had in a long time. Our waitress was outstanding. We were early for our reservation and they sat us right away. Service was quick and we had a very enjoyable time. Great job Terrapin Creek!!

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  6. Paul Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 18 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic restaurant with exceptional food, service and ambience. It’s like a family atmosphere. Friendly, warm and outstanding food!

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  7. Laura

    San Francisco Bay Area10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Terrapin Creek Cafe is arguably the best restaurant in Sonoma County. Their menu features diverse, perfected entrees, each presented with local, seasonal produce. Their wine and cocktails are top-notch. Their servers are fine-tuned to diners' preferences. The drive west to Terrapin's coastal location is a gorgeous one. We feel so lucky to have a restaurant like this in the county.

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  8. Arta

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Raw oysters appetizer, crab cakes, octopus and cauliflower salad, scallops, bubbly and Chenin Blanc. Everything was absolutely delicious and the service superb!

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  9. Bruce

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything from food to atmosphere to service are excellent

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  10. Jackie Gold

    Chicago / Illinois5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated our 13th wedding anniversary with very good food, friends and service. Definitely recommend! So much to do and see in the area as well.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Liya & Andrew Truong

FAQs

Portions tend to be generous, guests frequently call certain entrées "very generous, " and some parties say they left comfortably full.

Yes, Terrapin Creek is a popular choice for anniversaries and special evenings, with many guests celebrating anniversaries and enjoying the intimate, wine-friendly setting.

Yes, families dine comfortably at Terrapin Creek: guests report children (including a 12‑year‑old) enjoying the menu, staff recommending kid-friendly off‑menu options, and families returning for celebratory meals.

Terrapin Creek feels warm and cozy, a small, inviting spot with an open‑kitchen energy, a fireplace, and tasteful, homey decor that many guests call intimate and welcoming.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, not formal; many guests note you can dress up for a special night or come more casually and still feel at ease.

The Pan Roasted Hokkaido Scallops are a recurring favorite, they appear on the menu and multiple guests praise them as perfectly cooked and a must-order.

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Terrapin Creek Cafe & Restaurant

4.8
$50 and over
Californian
Bodega Bay

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today
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