Amid the rise and fall and relocation of Old Town restaurants, one spot is returning to how it used to be. Gallagher’s Irish Restaurant and Pub is headed back to its digs in the Eagle House (139 Second St., Eureka) in early 2025. As Jessica Silva reported in the forthcoming issue of My Humboldt Life, […]
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Rooftop’s Ramen Warm-up
All summer, which includes October here, tables at Rooftop (148 E St., Eureka) were packed with those starved for vitamin D and hungry for sushi. But during the damp cold of winter, the indoor tables and counter (at last, comfy bar chairs) offer a view out of the chill and hot, hot ramen. The Spicy […]
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Jerk Kitchen to Close Friday
Yesterday Jason Mitchell, owner of Eureka’s Jerk Kitchen (427 W Harris St.), announced via Instagram that the Jamaican restaurant would serve its final meals of jerk chicken, stewed oxtails and fresh cornbread on Friday, Dec. 20. He begins the post by “saying thank you for allowing me to take one of my greatest loves, which […]
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Fieldbrook Country Kitchen Moves into Former Market
When the Fieldbrook Market (4636 Fieldbrook Road) closed, Paddy O’Dwyer was among those who grieved. “We used to come here a lot on the weekends,” he says. “It was pretty sad when it closed — it kinda’ preyed on me. Every time I’d drive by, I’d think what it would take to open it up.” […]
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Sun’s Out at Taco Town Fruteria
Some days, even the most chunkily be-scarfed among us is hit with a wave of seasonal affective downer, the need for a little sunshine. Sure, there’s light therapy, but it can’t hurt to try tacos. Taco Town Fruteria (320 F St., Eureka) opened in July, in the former home of Chuchi’s and before that Masaki’s […]
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The Burger Joint Rebrands as T’s Brunch Club
The Burger Joint (835 J St., Arcata) closed its doors on Oct. 15, rebranding itself as T’s Brunch Club, set to open Nov. 1. This complete overhaul includes a fresh interior redesign to create a brunch atmosphere that the owners are passionate about. “We really love making brunch and I feel like the demand is […]
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North Country Fair Celebrates 50 Years
Keep your fingers crossed for sunshine and join the celebration as the North Country Fair marks its 50th anniversary on Saturday, Sept. 21, and Sunday, Sept. 22, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Arcata Plaza (free). This year’s party features 175 art and craft vendors, heaps of local food booths and three lively […]
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Dam Removal, a Food Hub and Nuclear Energy
This week we’ve got an update on Klamath Dam removal and restoration, as well as the story of how a kitchen and a lot aim to boost small food businesses. Finally, we’re looking at an upcoming discussion of bringing power a from far-flung nuclear plant to Humboldt. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.
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Erlei’s Bakin It is Coming to Eureka
After five years in Ferndale, Erlei’s Bakin It will close the doors to its 444 Main St. location and reopen in its new Eureka location in early October. “The business wasn’t sustaining itself,” says Erlei’s owner Rebecca Erlei. We weren’t getting enough customers.” Erlei’s Bakin It’s new location will see the baked goods shop expand […]
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The Grind Café Relocating to Eureka Courthouse
Eureka’s Grind Café is making a significant move this fall. The café, known for its cozy atmosphere and community-focused approach, is relocating inside the Eureka courthouse. Owner Gabrielle Long has reassured loyal customers that the Grind Café is not closing — it’s simply moving to a new location. According to Long, who also owns A […]
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Opera Alley Bistro Closes
Opera Alley Bistro, which opened in December of 2020 and won the Journal‘s Best of Humboldt Best New Restaurant in 2021, has closed. Co-owner Kyall Widmier, who also runs the Madrone Taphouse across the parking lot, declined to comment on the closure beyond that plans for the space are still up in the air. The […]
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Arcata to Get Wild Hare Tavern
The darkened windows of the Jam may not be dark for too much longer. Her purchase of the business from owner Mike Munson is still pending, but longtime bartender Angela Robershotte has plans to open Wild Hare Tavern in the plaza-adjacent spot. Robershotte is keeping the specifics of the menu mum for now, but says […]