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6780 Depot St Suite 120, Sebastopol, CA 95472, USA
4.5
580 reviews
  • Ling Life

    Thought‑provoking farm‑to‑table dining wrapped inside a stunning plant‑filled urban oasis
    As someone who loves exploring food culture and conscious nutrition, my visit to Fern Bar turned out to be such a wonderful, well‑rounded dining experience.

    Environment & Ambiance|Space Review
    The interior design is thoughtfully and beautifully executed. Tall timber beams, layered hanging green plants, and soft warm pendant lights paired with rustic‑industrial finishes create a lush, jungle‑style indoor lounge. Every detail feels intentional without being over‑styled.
    I highly recommend requesting seating in the plant‑dense main dining area. The atmosphere is calm, airy and instantly relaxing, ideal for date nights, long conversations, or group gatherings. Open‑air patio seating is also available for pleasant weather days.

    Food Philosophy & Culinary Culture
    What truly sets Fern Bar apart is its sincere nutrition‑driven dining concept. They follow a strict farm‑to‑table philosophy, prioritizing locally‑grown, organic ingredients. Menus are designed around nutritional balance, highlighting the natural flavour of seasonal produce rather than heavy, overpowering sauces. This is not passing wellness hype, it is a deeply rooted food culture that respects fresh ingredients and the health of every guest.

    Standout Dish: Fried Chicken paired with Craft Beer
    Their fried chicken was an absolute highlight of the meal. The outer crust is crisp, golden and perfectly seasoned, while the chicken meat stays juicy and tender, with no greasy aftertaste. Paired with an ice‑cold local craft beer, the rich malt notes cut through the savoury crunch, creating a wonderfully balanced combination. Definitely a must‑order item.

    Important Happy‑Hour Info (Verified)
    There is an official daily happy hour from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM, with discounted drinks and selected small plates.
    Special pricing includes beer for $5, wine by the glass for $9, and signature cocktails for $12. Fan‑favorite kimchijeon is offered as a happy‑hour snack.
    Note: The signature fried chicken is a full‑size dinner entrée and is NOT included within happy‑hour specials. Happy hour seating cannot be reserved in advance, walk‑in only.

    Final Verdict
    Fern Bar is far more than just an aesthetically beautiful restaurant. It delivers immersive ambiance, clear nutritional values, and consistently well‑executed, flavourful food.
    If you are in the area, arrive early at 3 PM for happy hour to enjoy discounted beverages while soaking in the lush green dining space.
    10/10, I will absolutely return.

  • Jaime

    Service was slow and they were busy on a Saturday afternoon. Food was hot and delicious. I’ve gotten the gf nuggies several times with ‘to go’ orders since eating there. Yummy

  • Emilee Hendricks

    Fried chicken was insanely good (and gluten free!). Also had a few pretty good drinks too, not pictured. Would recommend trying the espresso martini!

  • Jason B

    Fern Bar was great, staff was awesome, friendly, gave good suggestions was attentive and kind. Food was also great, they put a lot of effort into making delicious food. I had the umami bomb and it was really tasty. My wife had the chicken sandwich which as also really good. They forgot the slaw on her sandwich but we didn’t notice until it was almost gone. So I guess that’s a good sign. Cocktails were also really good.

  • Megan Mulholland

    A small group of us enjoyed cocktails and dinner, sharing several small plates. The food was good as were the cocktails. Our server was also attentive. It was pricey, probably my only complaint. Ambiance was fun and unique. The chicken was like crack and I liked the dumplings the most. Unfortunately they were out of sticky buns. For drinks I had a Moscow mule and a grasshopper. We savored churros for dessert.

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