Guidebook for Dillon Beach

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Guidebook for Dillon Beach

Food Scene

Fresh and local, with all of the ambience of Tomales! The sourdough is amazing and their pizza ooooooh baby. It's not Straw Hat style (is that still around?) it's more of a french breadish kinda thing. Whatever it is, it's delicious.
22 recommandé par les habitants
Tomales Bakery
27000 CA-1
22 recommandé par les habitants
Fresh and local, with all of the ambience of Tomales! The sourdough is amazing and their pizza ooooooh baby. It's not Straw Hat style (is that still around?) it's more of a french breadish kinda thing. Whatever it is, it's delicious.
Fun and funky with a little history thrown in. The sandwiches are out of this world!
14 recommandé par les habitants
Tomales deli + cafe
27000 Shoreline Hwy
14 recommandé par les habitants
Fun and funky with a little history thrown in. The sandwiches are out of this world!
Grab a home made sausage, some potato salad (not your mother's potato salad here) and take it to the beach!
12 recommandé par les habitants
K&A Take Away
13 Dilon Beach Road
12 recommandé par les habitants
Grab a home made sausage, some potato salad (not your mother's potato salad here) and take it to the beach!
On the Bodega Head at Spud Point Marina with outdoor seating only. Best crab sandwich you'll ever have. The chowder is "famous", and there is even a hot dog option for the kiddos who haven't developed their palates just yet. ;)
89 recommandé par les habitants
Spud Point Crab Company
1910 Westshore Rd
89 recommandé par les habitants
On the Bodega Head at Spud Point Marina with outdoor seating only. Best crab sandwich you'll ever have. The chowder is "famous", and there is even a hot dog option for the kiddos who haven't developed their palates just yet. ;)
Over in the Dillon Beach Village you'll find the Café and General Store. Two words: Chicken sandwich. For the vegetarian, the veggie burger is excellent, and all the salads and clam chowder and the fries and... and... just get one of everything. I'll be by later for leftovers. :)
8 recommandé par les habitants
Dillon Beach Resort
1 Beach Ave
8 recommandé par les habitants
Over in the Dillon Beach Village you'll find the Café and General Store. Two words: Chicken sandwich. For the vegetarian, the veggie burger is excellent, and all the salads and clam chowder and the fries and... and... just get one of everything. I'll be by later for leftovers. :)
You haven't lived until you've tasted the local Hog Island Oysters. This semi-local hot spot is a big attraction, and you'll see why. Even if oyster's aren't your thing, the experience is fun and a central perk of local Sonoma County / Marin County living.
118 recommandé par les habitants
Hog Island Oyster Co
20215 Shoreline Hwy
118 recommandé par les habitants
You haven't lived until you've tasted the local Hog Island Oysters. This semi-local hot spot is a big attraction, and you'll see why. Even if oyster's aren't your thing, the experience is fun and a central perk of local Sonoma County / Marin County living.
Mmmmmm. Good for all the people. Young and old, and in between. A cool pier to walk out and view the seals if they're around.
103 recommandé par les habitants
Nick's Cove
23240 CA-1
103 recommandé par les habitants
Mmmmmm. Good for all the people. Young and old, and in between. A cool pier to walk out and view the seals if they're around.
Crepe's and local cheese and did I say crepe's? Holy moly. Don't go here without popping into Wild Flour Bakery for some carbs to bring back with your cheese!
30 recommandé par les habitants
Freestone Artisan Cheese
380 Bohemian Hwy
30 recommandé par les habitants
Crepe's and local cheese and did I say crepe's? Holy moly. Don't go here without popping into Wild Flour Bakery for some carbs to bring back with your cheese!
Best french breads ever, and scones, and sticky buns, and pull aparts, and.... oh c'mon. Enjoy the walk through garden alone or with the kids. Usually a line out the door but it's only because they offer tastes of EVERYTHING, and your turn will come. It's worth the short-ish wait, and coffee is right there to grab as you do. Oh and it's good coffee, too. Super cute boutique next door with local goods at normal prices you wouldn't really expect. ***IMPORTANT*** Hours vary by time of year and it's usually closed Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Call before you go: 707-874-2938 and remember Tomales Bakery is usually open those days until they sell out.
176 recommandé par les habitants
Wild Flour Bread
140 Bohemian Hwy
176 recommandé par les habitants
Best french breads ever, and scones, and sticky buns, and pull aparts, and.... oh c'mon. Enjoy the walk through garden alone or with the kids. Usually a line out the door but it's only because they offer tastes of EVERYTHING, and your turn will come. It's worth the short-ish wait, and coffee is right there to grab as you do. Oh and it's good coffee, too. Super cute boutique next door with local goods at normal prices you wouldn't really expect. ***IMPORTANT*** Hours vary by time of year and it's usually closed Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Call before you go: 707-874-2938 and remember Tomales Bakery is usually open those days until they sell out.
Updated 3/20/23 : Closed for a while. Call and see if they're open before venturing up. Pretty cool little historic joint with indoor and outdoor seating. Beer on tap, and a good choice for families or singles. Lots of locals and a vibe to match.
18 recommandé par les habitants
William Tell House
26955 CA-1
18 recommandé par les habitants
Updated 3/20/23 : Closed for a while. Call and see if they're open before venturing up. Pretty cool little historic joint with indoor and outdoor seating. Beer on tap, and a good choice for families or singles. Lots of locals and a vibe to match.

Sightseeing

Because rocks standing on end are amazing! But when they also resemble an elephant, they become MUST SEE'S! View the Tomales Bay and Dillon Beach in it's entirety from this holy (okay, to me it's holy) spot.
Elephant Rock
Because rocks standing on end are amazing! But when they also resemble an elephant, they become MUST SEE'S! View the Tomales Bay and Dillon Beach in it's entirety from this holy (okay, to me it's holy) spot.

Parks & Nature

God's backyard, I've heard it called. Hear the songs of the wind in truly one of the most beautiful spots in all of Sonoma County. Usually not too crowded, especially if you go up the hiking trail to the right of the parking lot. Pack a lunch and sit by some of the oldest Redwoods you'll ever see. A great place to spend hours and not get bored. With kids, or hiking, or meditating, this is the spot to be.
500 recommandé par les habitants
Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve Visitor Center
17000 Armstrong Woods Rd
500 recommandé par les habitants
God's backyard, I've heard it called. Hear the songs of the wind in truly one of the most beautiful spots in all of Sonoma County. Usually not too crowded, especially if you go up the hiking trail to the right of the parking lot. Pack a lunch and sit by some of the oldest Redwoods you'll ever see. A great place to spend hours and not get bored. With kids, or hiking, or meditating, this is the spot to be.

Essentials

When all else fails, run into Bodega Bay for a pretty decent sized market. Tends to have sand pails and other tourist essentials as well.
17 recommandé par les habitants
Diekmann's Bay Store
1275 CA-1
17 recommandé par les habitants
When all else fails, run into Bodega Bay for a pretty decent sized market. Tends to have sand pails and other tourist essentials as well.
Great store with local options and necessary staples.
Tomales General Store
Great store with local options and necessary staples.

Entertainment & Activities

Just down the beach is Lawson's Landing where you will find everything fishing related, from boats to baits. The pier allows you to throw your crab net over (don't forget your fishing license available inside), and of course, we have a pot for your catch at The Salt March! Driving into Lawson's will cost you $10, and $20 if it's low tide (for all you clam diggers). More info here: http://www.lawsonslanding.com/
7 recommandé par les habitants
Lawson's Landing
137 Marine View Dr
7 recommandé par les habitants
Just down the beach is Lawson's Landing where you will find everything fishing related, from boats to baits. The pier allows you to throw your crab net over (don't forget your fishing license available inside), and of course, we have a pot for your catch at The Salt March! Driving into Lawson's will cost you $10, and $20 if it's low tide (for all you clam diggers). More info here: http://www.lawsonslanding.com/