Morgan's Mill Cafe in Woodland, Ca

 

Morgan's Mill has become a frequent Saturday tradition for my family as it provides excellent food and drink in a relaxing and beautiful environment. It's location in Woodland is a bit tucked away, but it is definitely worth finding. Morgan's Mill has plenty of charm and you'll leave with a satisfied belly!

Food -
The menu at Morgan's Mill isn't very large. There are a good amount of coffees, but the food selection is limited to a few (but very good) items.

If you're into coffee, Morgan's Mill is definitely worth checking out. The coffee here is smooth and well prepared. Jenn, in particular, really loves the coffee here as it has a more mild feel to it as compared to places like Temple or Philz. It certainly doesn't kick as hard, so if that's what you're looking for, this place may be the place you need to go for your coffee fix!

In terms of food, you can order a variety of waffles, avocado toast, a breakfast burrito or sandwich, and pastries. The pastry selection comes from Woodland's own Zest West - which is a GREAT pastry location.

The hot items are very well portioned and will definitely fill you up. I also have found that the ingredients used are very fresh. Though there aren't too many items, the items that are offered are of a very high quality. I'd happily come here for any of their food items than a standard breakfast nook with a larger menu.

Service/Atmosphere -

The service at Morgan's Mill is friendly, but what really sets Morgan's Mill apart is the atmosphere. There is a very large outdoor area with different types of seating to enjoy. You can sit a traditional cafe style tables or on patio furniture style seats. It's a large area so social distancing can be easily achieved.

The inside of Morgan's Mill is beautiful as well. There is a rustic feel to the interior that is welcoming and very picture worthy!

Price -
You would think that the prices here may be on the upper end of the spectrum, but it's actually the opposite. The food and drink here are moderately priced - especially for the portions that you receive. Taking the family here on weekends and getting the bill I am always surprised at the total cost - it's always lower than I thought it would be!

Special Tips and Recommendations -
I really love the breakfast burrito that they have here. Unlike the kind that you might find at a greasy spoon, the burrito here is clean tasting and won't leave you bogged down for the rest of the morning.

Bottom Line - 
Morgan's Mill is a wonderful place to start the morning. If you're in Woodland, it's a MUST-GO! 

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The beautiful exterior or Morgan's Mill.

Pastries are from Zest West.

Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe Brings the FRESHNESS

Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe is a restaurant in Sacramento that really does offer something different than other businesses popping up all over town. While they serve tea, it's not of the milk or boba variety. And though they have fresh bowls of delicious food, it isn't poke. Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe is definitely set apart from many of the current new restaurant openings in town, and it's a refreshing addition to the Sacramento food community.

Food -
Let's start with the teas. Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe has an enormous tea menu to select from. The menu is similar to that of an Asian boba cafe, but the drinks are quite different. Here, there are many varieties of tea in various forms. On my visit, I went with a sparkling tea. The drink was extremely refreshing and had actual fruit in it. I thought that it made for a wonderful soda alternative.

Interestingly, they have teas on tap as well. I've seen iced tea come out of the soda fountain before, but these on tap teas were dispensed like beer would be at a bar. I wasn't able to give this a try, but I'm very curious to see how these teas taste on a future visit. You can also get iced teas, and various chilled and frozen variations.

The teas a predominantly fruit flavored with great combinations of fruit. My drink was on the sweet side, but not overly sweet. It's not like a southern sweet tea, but the bitterness of tea was certainly subdued.

On the food side of things, the main items for hungry folks coming in are the bowls or wraps. They are pretty similar in nature, just their form is different when you receive it. You get your choice of protein and then select the kind of grain you want. I was able to try both the chicken and the pork. I have to say that the pork was quite a bit better tasting than the chicken. I'd go with pork all day long.

Unfortunately, as good as some of the meat is, there isn't a whole lot of it in the entree. It will still fill you up, but mostly with rice or another grain that you select. This is the one aspect of Tea Bar and Fusion Cafe that left me wanting.

Smaller bites are also available such as avocado toast and edamame. For kids, you can get smaller portions at a lesser price so that they can enjoy their experience as well.

Service/Atmosphere - 
Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe really shines in both the service and atmosphere areas. When we first came into the restaurant we were confronted with the large menu. Thankfully, the cashier up front gave us some great recommendations. She was extremely friendly and even gave us some samples to try to help us make our decision. Also, while we were eating, the servers walking by were making sure everything was good. The entire staff was warm and inviting.

The restaurant is a joy to enjoy food at. The main indoor dining area has a modern look that blends nice wood and green colors. It's like a Jamba Juice, but more refined in look. You can also sit outside if you like. There is plenty of seating and the restaurant is very clean. There's not much more you can ask for!

Price -
Prices at Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe are moderate. The bowls will run you about ten dollars and they are pretty filling - but like I said, there could be more protein placed in it. Teas are around four to five dollars each, but the glasses the teas come in are a good size. This is not a restaurant that will break the bank. I'd say prices here are fair, and this is a place you can come to regularly.

Special Tips and Recommendations -
I noticed that the line got a little long at times. Since Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe is a pretty popular place, you may want to order online before coming to the restaurant. You can skip the line at the register if you do this. Also, by doing this you can take your time with the menu since there is no pressure of having other guests behind you waiting.

Bottom Line - 
If you are looking for fresh tasting food that really isn't offered anywhere else, Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe will be right up your alley. The prices are moderate and there food is great tasting. I'd be happy to come here often and enjoy the huge variety of teas that they offer. Many are perfect for hot summer Sacramento days!

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The restaurant is inviting and has a clean, modern style.

Here's my sparkling tea with a slice of orange in it.

Teas are actually on tap here.

The line to the register can get a little long during dinner hour.

Get a bowl if you're feeling hungry.

Kids can get special plates at a nice price.

The pork was my favorite protein at Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe.

A New Hidden Coffee Gem

Impressive things are happening in the historic city of Woodland, Ca. Scribbler's Coffeehouse has recently opened bringing to the town a cafe with excellent coffee and a beautiful atmosphere to enjoy it in. In the heart of Woodland's downtown, Scribbler's has its doors open ready to help you start your day!

Food -
Scribbler's is a coffeehouse and cafe. In the morning, you can order a cup of coffee or espresso along with a pastry. I found the white chocolate mocha on my visit excellent with the sweetness I wanted and a richness that was complex. It was surprisingly good, and I enjoyed it quite a bit. Looking at their pastries on the counter, I selected a blueberry scone that had a crusty exterior and soft interior - a great contrast in texture that found a lot of fun to eat.

The coffee from Scribbler's is by Chocolate Fish Coffee Roasters. Chocolate Fish is a Sacramento based coffee company that operates locations around Sacramento. They are known to have premium, award winning coffee that many enjoy. Tea from Scribblers is by Rishi Tea & Botanicals - another premium source.

For lunch, it looks like Scribblers will have sandwich options. I haven't had the opportunity to check them out yet, but when I do, I'll update with a sandwich review!

Service/Atmosphere - 
Scribbler's has an absolutely gorgeous interior. You can really tell when something is of a high quality - and Scribbler's is just that... high quality. The chairs and tables have an elegance to them that is both modern and comfortable. In fact, modern and comfortable would be a suitable description for the entire cafe. There is plenty of room on the inside as well as outdoor seating. Scribbler's may have the best interior for a cafe in the entire region. If not the top, it's right up there. In terms of service, I found everyone there friendly and welcoming. No complaints!

Price -
Pricing at Scribbler's is moderate. Expect to pay similar prices to that of other coffee shops. For my medium white chocolate mocha and blueberry scone I paid about eight dollars. It's certainly not for people looking for the absolute cheapest cup of joe. If you're into premium coffee, these are the prices you'd pretty much expect to pay.

Special Tips and Recommendations -
If you are someone with a gluten allergy, I saw many pastry options that were gluten-free. I appreciate that there are gluten-free options as I was trying to go gluten-free for a while a few years ago. Though gluten-free items are popping up more and more, it still can be hard to find. I'm glad that Scribbler's has these items readily available for those who would want it.

Bottom Line - 
These are the places that the locals know about, that you wish you knew about! If you're looking for a dessert (be it hot or cold), you've gotta check out the Woodland Sno Shack off of Main Street! It's a favorite of folks in Woodland and I'm sure it'll be one of your's too!

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Scribbler's is in this building.

Brick, lots of wonderful brick!

This scone was delicious.

Cool branding stickers.

Even cooler branded coasters.