Mendocino Farms – American
Step into a sun-drenched, modern space where the vibrant energy of a local market meets the comfort of a neighborhood kitchen, inviting guests to linger over artfully crafted sandwiches and vibrant salads. The menu celebrates seasonal bounty through creative pairings, from the satisfying crunch of "not so fried" chicken to the zesty heat of Calabrian chilies and the sweet harmony of goat cheese with crisp Pink Lady apples. Each dish brings together bold, globally-inspired flavors and farm-fresh ingredients, elevating a casual meal into a sophisticated and soul-satisfying culinary experience.
3090, Olsen Drive, San Jose, CA, 95128 +14082071390 https://www.mendocinofarms.com/locations/san-jose0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, 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
Diet fit at Mendocino Farms
Dairy-Free at Mendocino Farms
Mendocino Farms in San Jose has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Banh Mi and Spicy Curried Couscous. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Mendocino Farms
Mendocino Farms in San Jose has 9 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Avocado & Quinoa Superfood Ensalada, Tomato Basil Soup and Southern Potato Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Mendocino Farms
Mendocino Farms in San Jose has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Avocado & Quinoa Superfood Ensalada and Turkey Avo Salsa Verde. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Mendocino Farms
Mendocino Farms in San Jose has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Passion Fruit Black Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Mendocino Farms
Mendocino Farms in San Jose has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Passion Fruit Black Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Mendocino Farms
Mendocino Farms in San Jose has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Get Your Greens, Passion Fruit Black Tea and Vegan Banh Mi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Mendocino Farms
Mendocino Farms in San Jose has 8 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Avocado & Quinoa Superfood Ensalada, Tomato Basil Soup and Southern Potato Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Mendocino Farms
Mendocino Farms in San Jose has 4 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tomato Basil Soup, Get Your Greens and Passion Fruit Black Tea. 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 Mendocino Farms
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey Avo Salsa Verde | 0 g | 95.3 g |
| The Seasonal GOAT with Pink Lady Apples | 184.3 g | 87.7 g |
| Spicy Calabrian Turkey Focaccia | 123.2 g | 68.5 g |
| Chicken Parm Dip | 78.8 g | 63.6 g |
| The Happy Hippie | 61.2 g | 57.2 g |
| Chicken Pesto Caprese | 55.7 g | 56.3 g |
| Avocado & Quinoa Superfood Ensalada | 83.5 g | 52.6 g |
| Thai Mango Salad | 138.8 g | 52.6 g |
| Chen’s Crispy Rice Salad | 128.3 g | 45.8 g |
| Not So Fried Chicken | 69.6 g | 44.4 g |
| The Farm Club | 95.9 g | 39.2 g |
| Baja Green Goddess | 113 g | 38.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Chef's Specials
- Spicy Calabrian Turkey Focaccia - $14.95: roasted turkey, Mama Lil’s sweet hot peppers, shaved parmesan, sweet onion, tomatoes, arugula, Calabrian chile vinaigrette & aioli, on toasted focaccia Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Seasonal GOAT with Pink Lady Apples - $15.5: chicken, goat cheese, pink lady apples, dried cranberries, honey roasted almonds, pickled red onions, shaved fennel, fresh mint, romaine, kale, mixed greens, farmhouse vinaigrette, hot citrus honey Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Golden State Cobb - $15.75: applewood smoked bacon, avocado, hard-boiled egg, blue cheese, Lolli Bombs yellow tomatoes, pickled red onions, chives, balsamic glaze, romaine, kale, mixed greens, rustic red wine vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Not So Fried Chicken - $13.95: chicken, Mendo’s krispies, mustard pickle slaw, tomatoes, pickled red onions, herb aioli, on toasted ciabatta with a side of golden BBQ sauce or mustard remoulade Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Farm Club - $13.5: roasted turkey, smashed avocado, applewood smoked bacon, tomatoes, pickled red onions, mixed greens, herb aioli, on seeded honey whole wheat Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parm Dip - $14.25: chicken, Mendo’s krispies, melted mozzarella & parmesan, pomodoro sauce, basil, Calabrian chile aioli, on toasted sesame roll served with extra pomodoro for dipping Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pesto Caprese - $13.25: chicken, fresh mozzarella, marinated red peppers, basil pesto, mixed greens, balsamic, on panini-pressed ciabatta Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Avo Salsa Verde - $13.75: roasted turkey, smashed avocado, melted smoked gouda, cotija, Mama Lil’s sweet hot peppers, jalapeño salsa aioli, tomatoes, shredded romaine, red onions, on panini-pressed sourdough served with a side of jalapeño salsa verde Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peruvian Steak - $14.95: seared steak tossed in a spicy aji amarillo sauce, melted Oaxacan cheese, tomatoes, red onions, shredded romaine, herb aioli, on toasted potato roll Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Happy Hippie - $12.5: avocado, cucumber, carrots, Kumato tomatoes, beet caviar, hummus, white cheddar, sprouts, cucumber dill ranch, vegan mayo, on toasted honey whole wheat Dietary tags: Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Banh Mi - $12.75: baked salt & pepper tofu, pickled daikon & carrots, cucumber, jalapeño, Thai basil, cilantro, sweet chili sauce, vegan mayo, on panini-pressed ciabatta Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Chen’s Crispy Rice Salad - $14.5: chicken OR tofu, rainbow carrots, watermelon radish, cashews, crispy rice, wontons, scallion, cilantro, romaine, kale, spinach, red & green cabbage, miso sesame dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baja Green Goddess - $14.95: Impossible chorizo OR chicken adobado, roasted corn, black beans, jicama, avocado, grape tomatoes, red onions, Monterey jack, taco crunch, romaine, arugula, cabbage, cilantro, Baja goddess dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado & Quinoa Superfood Ensalada - $13.95: avocado, roasted corn, black beans, jicama, grape tomatoes, red onions, quinoa & millet, superfood krunchies, kale, romaine, cilantro, cotija, chipotle vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Mango Salad - $14.25: chicken OR tofu, mango, ramen noodles, pickled daikon & carrots, honey roasted almonds, napa cabbage, kale, romaine, baby spinach, carrots, bean sprouts, Thai basil, mint, cilantro, lime, crispy shallots, Thai almond dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Deli Sides & Soups
- Tomato Basil Soup - $6.5: Tomato, basil, cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southern Potato Salad - $4.95: creamy potato salad with whole grain mustard, B&B pickles, scallions, dill Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Basil Pesto Shells - $4.95: pasta shells, basil pesto, sun dried tomatoes, arugula, feta cheese, parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Curried Couscous - $4.95: pearl couscous, roasted cauliflower & carrots, Mendo’s signature curry spice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Guava Lemonade - $3.5: guava puree, lemonade, cane sugar
- Classic Lemonade - $3.25: lemon juice, water, cane sugar
- Passion Fruit Black Tea - $3.25: water, passionfruit black tea leaves Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Get Your Greens - $4.5: cucumber, kale, arugula, ginger, water, sugar, lemon juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Juice-Cleanse
Frequently Asked Questions about Mendocino Farms
- Is Mendocino Farms dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Mendocino Farms has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Banh Mi and Spicy Curried Couscous.
- What can I eat at Mendocino Farms on a dairy-free diet?
- Vegan Banh Mi and Spicy Curried Couscous carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Mendocino Farms have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Get Your Greens and Passion Fruit Black Tea.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Mendocino Farms?
- Turkey Avo Salsa Verde, at roughly 95.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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