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Best overall pick
Back9 Bistro at Brooktrails Golf
Brooktrails Golf Course • Relaxed Bistro With Pub-Style Comfort Food • Scenic Local Hangout
A friendly bistro right on the Brooktrails fairways, ideal for burgers, beers, and easygoing meals among the redwoods.
Back9 Bistro is the one spot you can stroll to from much of Brooktrails, with a menu built around hearty sandwiches, burgers, and daily specials. Big windows and the deck look out over the course, giving it an easy, clubhouse feel even if you are not playing golf. It is an easy choice when you want a low-key meal close to the trees rather than driving into town.
02
Classic breakfast choice
Loose Caboose Cafe
Near The Willits Train Depot • Homey Breakfast And Lunch Cafe • Local Breakfast Favorite
A long-standing Willits institution serving hearty breakfasts and sandwiches in a cozy, railroad-themed space.
Loose Caboose Cafe feels like the small-town diner everyone hopes to find, with friendly service and portions that can fuel a full day on the trails. Expect classic plates like omelets, biscuits and gravy, and stacked sandwiches, along with bottomless coffee. Go early on weekends, when locals fill the booths after the first morning trains roll through town.
03
Best for comfort-food dinners
Cafe 77
South Main Street, Willits • Casual American Grill And Cafe • Go-To For Hearty Plates
A laid-back Main Street spot known for burgers, steaks, and satisfying comfort dishes at fair prices.
Cafe 77 is where many Brooktrails residents head when they want a straightforward, filling meal without any fuss. The menu leans into burgers, grilled meats, and classic sides, but there are enough salads and lighter options to keep a mixed group happy. It is especially handy for an easy dinner stop on your way back up the hill after a day of driving Highway 101.
04
Best for sharing plates
Szechuan Asian Restaurant
East Mendocino Avenue, Willits • Classic Chinese And Szechuan Restaurant • Go-To For Takeout And Groups
A dependable Chinese spot offering familiar favorites and spicier Szechuan dishes, popular for both dine-in and takeout.
Szechuan Asian Restaurant is the answer when you are craving noodles, stir-fries, and big family-style platters. The menu covers the standards, from kung pao chicken to chow mein, along with a few bolder, chili-forward dishes if you like some heat. It is a smart pick for feeding a crowd back at a rental cabin in Brooktrails, since the portions travel well and reheat easily.
05
Top pick for plant-based eaters
Taste Budz Vegan Restaurant
Central South Main Street, Willits • Plant-Based Cafe And Juice Bar • Best For Vegans And Healthy Eaters
A colorful vegan cafe serving plant-based comfort food, fresh juices, and inventive bowls right on Main Street.
Taste Budz Vegan Restaurant brings a welcome plant-based option to the Willits area, with a menu that feels indulgent even without meat or dairy. Expect veggie burgers, wraps, grain bowls, and smoothies that work as well for a quick lunch as a post-hike refuel. Even non-vegans tend to appreciate the bright flavors and relaxed, friendly atmosphere.