Frankie's Mendocino – American
This spirited coastal haunt captures the rugged charm of the Mendocino shoreline, inviting guests into a warm, light-filled space where the salt air meets the comforting aroma of artisanal pizzas. Each signature creation serves as a culinary map of the local landscape, layering fresh, vibrant ingredients atop perfectly blistered crusts named after the region’s iconic beaches and rivers. Whether you are tucking into a savory Whiskey Shoals or sharing a hearty Hare Creek Combo, the experience is a soulful celebration of Northern California’s wild beauty and community spirit.
Ukiah Street http://frankiesmendocino.comRating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Frankie's Mendocino
Dairy-Free at Frankie's Mendocino
Frankie's Mendocino in Chula Vista has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Organic Green Salad, Frankie's Big Salad and Frankie’s Falafel. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Frankie's Mendocino
Frankie's Mendocino in Chula Vista has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gluten-Free Falafel Platter and Daily Vegetarian Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Frankie's Mendocino
Frankie's Mendocino in Chula Vista has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Quinoa Kale Cakes, Cowlicks Ice Cream Dish/Cone and Greek Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Frankie's Mendocino
Frankie's Mendocino in Chula Vista has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Scrimshaw Pilsner and Crisp Apple Hard Cider. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Frankie's Mendocino
Frankie's Mendocino in Chula Vista has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Scrimshaw Pilsner and Crisp Apple Hard Cider. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Frankie's Mendocino
Frankie's Mendocino in Chula Vista has 22 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Organic Green Salad, Frankie's Big Salad and Organic Soda. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Frankie's Mendocino
Frankie's Mendocino in Chula Vista has 30 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Quinoa Kale Cakes, Cowlicks Ice Cream Dish/Cone and Greek Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Frankie's Mendocino
Frankie's Mendocino in Chula Vista has 5 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Organic Green Salad, Frankie's Big Salad and Virgin Creek. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Frankie's Mendocino
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Pesto Chicken Salad | 23.9 g | 60.9 g |
| The Mediterranean Piadine | 44.6 g | 44.9 g |
| Frankie’s Falafel | 51.2 g | 41.5 g |
| Quinoa Kale Cakes | 28.6 g | 38.9 g |
| The Greek Piadine | 46.9 g | 37.7 g |
| Wages Victorious | 26.9 g | 29.7 g |
| The Cliff Piadine | 46.7 g | 27.8 g |
| Whiskey Shoals | 10.4 g | 25.6 g |
| Greek Salad | 5.7 g | 24.2 g |
| Mediterranean Salad | 75.1 g | 23.8 g |
| Smugglers | 9.6 g | 17.3 g |
| Casparado | 4.9 g | 14.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its inviting ambiance and well-prepared cuisine, Frankie's is a favorite for special occasions where guests love the attentive service and warm atmosphere. Diners rave about the incredible food
Menu
Pizza
Made with organic flour, sauces & herbs. Gluten-free crust available for 12" pizzas.
- Casparado: Traditional Italian red sauce, mozzarella cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Big River: Traditional Italian red sauce, pepperoni, mozzarella cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Virgin Creek: Housemade basil pesto, mozzarella, spinach, caramelized onions, cremini mushrooms, black olives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smugglers: Traditional Italian red sauce, mozzarella, roasted red peppers, cremini mushrooms, garlic, caramelized onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blues: Traditional Italian red sauce, mozzarella, Canadian bacon, tomatoes, fresh basil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wages Victorious: Traditional Italian red sauce, mozzarella, Canadian bacon, pineapple Available at: dinner, lunch
- Navarro: Housemade basil pesto, free-range chicken, mozzarella, caramelized onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whiskey Shoals: Traditional Italian red sauce, mozzarella & goat cheeses, pine nuts, red peppers & jalapeño peppers (spicy!) Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hare Creek Combo: Traditional Italian red sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, Italian sausage, mushrooms, roasted onions & olives Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jughandle: BBQ sauce, mozzarella, free-range chicken, bacon, roasted red peppers, jalapeños peppers, garlic and onions Available at: dinner, lunch
Other Food Items
- Frankie’s Falafel: Organic hummus, tahini sauce, seasonal salad, oven-baked falafel balls, whole wheat pita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gluten-Free Falafel Platter: Falafel balls served on salad greens (no pita) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quinoa Kale Cakes: Organic quinoa, kale, onions, eggs, parmesan cheese, mixed salad greens, basil vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Daily Vegetarian Soup: Homemade, vegan and gluten-free Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Bean Chili: Roundman's Italian sausage and ground beef Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Organic Green Salad: House-made maple vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Frankie's Big Salad: Larger version of organic green salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Salad: Spinach, artichoke hearts, sundried tomatoes, garbanzo beans, feta & parmesan, spiced tahini dressing Dietary tags: Mediterranean, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pesto Chicken Salad: Greens, sliced roasted chicken, roasted red peppers, roasted onions, jalapeños, pesto, Italian dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad: Greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, feta, kalamata olives, Greek style tahini dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Piadines
Oven baked flatbread filled with a delicious salad
- The Mediterranean Piadine: Hummus, spinach, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, feta & parmesan, spiced tahini dressing Dietary tags: Mediterranean, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pesto Chicken Piadine: Pesto, free-range chicken, mixed salad greens, roasted onions, roasted red peppers, jalapenos & parmesan, Italian dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Cliff Piadine: Salad greens, canadian bacon, roasted onions, carrots, olives, cranberries, spicy ranch dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Greek Piadine: Mixed salad greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, Kalamata olives, feta, Greek style tahini dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Ice Cream
Locally made Cowlicks's ice cream and sorbets. 16 flavors available daily.
- Cowlicks Ice Cream Dish/Cone: Locally made ice cream or sorbet Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Coconut Bliss Bar: Coconut milk and agave syrup. Available in chocolate, coconut or salted caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Organic Soda: Blue Sky and Santa Cruz, various flavors Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Coconut Water: Taste Nirvana Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Lemonade: Purity Organic
- Organic Bottled Tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Local Organic Apple Juice: The Apple Farm Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Organic Coffee & Espresso: Gold Rush Coffee Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Mendocino Tea Company Organic Blend: Cup or Pot Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Beer & Cider
- Old Rasputin Imperial Stout: North Coast Brewery Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Scrimshaw Pilsner: North Coast Brewery Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- New DogTown Pale Ale: Lagunitas Brewing Company Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Lil' Sumpin Hoppy Pale Wheat Ale: Lagunitas Brewing Company Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Racer 5 IPA: Bear Republic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Boont Amber Ale: Anderson Valley Brewing
- Pacifico Lager: Mazatlán, Mexico Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Crisp Apple Hard Cider: Angry Orchard Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Wines
All of Frankie's wines are locally produced.
- Pinot Noir: Saint Gregory
- Zinfandel: Seghesio Vineyards Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Navarrouge: Navarro Vineyards Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Pinot Gris: Navarro Vineyards
- Chardonnay: McFadden Vineyards
- Primo Bianco: Graziano Family of Wines Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- La Blanc: Husch Vineyards Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Frankie's Mendocino
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Frankie's offers a warm, inviting atmosphere with attentive service, making it a favorite choice for both casual dining and special occasions.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With a perfect 5.0/5 rating and moderate ($$) pricing, diners consider this restaurant excellent value for its incredible food and service.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Frankie's Mendocino offers a warm, light-filled coastal atmosphere with rugged charm, making it an inviting favorite for special occasions.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- With a perfect 5.0/5 rating, customers celebrate the incredible food, attentive service, and inviting atmosphere ideal for special occasions.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Frankie's Mendocino is currently operational, with information available on their website and a perfect 5.0/5 average rating.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- Frankie's Mendocino is located along the Mendocino shoreline in California, capturing the rugged charm of the local coastal landscape.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Frankie's Mendocino specializes in American cuisine, specifically featuring artisanal pizzas named after local coastal landmarks and Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Frankie's is unique for its coastal-inspired artisanal pizzas named after local landmarks, exceptional 5.0/5 rating, and extensive health-conscious dietary options.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- The Organic Green Salad and Greek Salad both accommodate low-carb and gluten-free diets, while the Daily Vegetarian Soup meets 17 different dietary needs.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Frankie's offers extensive options for mixed diets, including vegan soup, gluten-free falafel, and high-protein pizzas like the Wages Victorious.
- Is Frankie's Mendocino dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Frankie's Mendocino has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Organic Green Salad, Frankie's Big Salad and Frankie’s Falafel.
- What can I eat at Frankie's Mendocino on a dairy-free diet?
- Organic Green Salad, Frankie's Big Salad and Frankie’s Falafel carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Frankie's Mendocino have vegan options?
- Yes. 22 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Organic Green Salad and Frankie's Big Salad.
- Is Frankie's Mendocino gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Frankie's Mendocino?
- Pesto Chicken Salad, at roughly 60.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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