Wildflower Café and Bakery

What a great café! We loved our visit here, it can be hard to find quality food that's dairy and gluten free but this hits the mark. Even the coffee is incredible. The owner (I assume) was great, down to earth and hospitable. My partner had the breakfast burrito with quinoa chorizo and I had an omelette with dairy free cheese, tempeh bacon and gluten free toast. I also had a sunshine immunity smoothie.. I've never wondered what sunshine tastes like but now I know!

Got the buffalo cauliflower special and it was amazing. I usually get the Asian breakfast bowl cause that’s also amazing. Always happy after leaving with yummy food in my body.

Updating again June 2025 Second time with the “new” crew working here. Definitely miss the woman that used to work here a LOT. I cannot get the happy waitress again this trip. Last time I tried was months ago and still this trip no tempeh. No almond milk for coffee. The vibe just isn’t vibing anymore. Makes me sad because this is seriously our very favorite place to eat in Arcata. Wanted to update my review only to say wildflower is still AMAZING! We’ve been in a ton more times and have yet to be disappointed! Absolutely LOVE this place. We aren’t local and we will go out of your way to eat here anytime we are remotely close. Everything is good. We’ve tried so many different things and have never been disappointed. The baked goods are so delicious too. Oh and the tofu tahini dressing is the business-try it. Definitely hit this place up you’ll love it.

If I could give this place 10 stars, I would. Absolutely phenomenal!

Savory food, relaxing atmosphere, beautiful mural

Best spot for vegan/vegetarian options

Holy cats this place rules! I had the rancheros! A splash on the in house hot sauce, and I’m in heaven!

One of the best vegan restaurants we've ever been too! Everything was amazing and so so delicious. We got one of each thing from the bakery as well and it was incredible! We'd definitely visit again if we're ever in town!

The food taste, quality, portions, price: all spot on! Service: This is a "go up and order from the counter" type of place not a place where you are waited on. Fine just want to set your expectations. With that said, if it is busy your are standing and waiting. If it is empty they are doing side work and getting their attention can take time. However, the staff is friendly and helpful. Atmosphere: Clean, relaxed, nice for groups or someone flying solo.

Wonderful vegan/vegetarian food. We ordered the vegan reuben, guac and chips and the dragon bowl. It was amazing, tasty and clearly made with love! They were out of a few items but we didn't mind that. On a side note, our server was super helpful. He offered recommendations on camping and grocery stores and they both turned out great as well.