Hazel - Occidental

4.4 (211)

$31 to $50

Californian

3782 Bohemian Hwy, Occidental, CA 95465

About this restaurant

Innovative
Neighbourhood gem
Romantic

Chef-owners Jim and Michele Wimborough center Hazel on two wood-fired ovens and local, seasonal, sustainable ingredients. Jim's live-fire California-Mediterranean cooking meets Michele's pastries, from fruit shortcakes to pot de crème. Named for Jim's great-grandmother, the room aims to feel like home.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Mediterranean, Pizzeria
Hours of Operation
Winter Hours: Dinner - Wed - Sunday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm Brunch - Sunday: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Website
https://www.restauranthazel.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Jim Wimborough/ Michele Wimborough - pastry chef
Private party facilities
Please contact us for private party information.

Location
3782 Bohemian Hwy, Occidental, CA 95465
Area
Occidental
Cross street
Occidental
Parking Details
Private Parking
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Roasted OctopusUSD 14.00
Valencia orange, greek olives, roasted peppers, arugula
French ToastUSD 12.00
Hazel sourdough, cinnamon, vanilla, maple syrup
Mushroom BenedictUSD 14.00
Hazel sourdough, organic mushrooms, poached eggs, hollandaise
Ham BenedictUSD 14.00
Hazel sourdough, poached eggs, hollandaise
Crab BenedictUSD 18.00
Local Dungeness crab, Hazel sourdough, poached eggs, hollandaise
Chorizo HashUSD 16.00
Butterball potatoes, walla walla onions
Side BaconUSD 6.00
poached eggs, hazel sourdough

Salads

Gorfey's ArugulaUSD 12.00
Granny Smith apples, Pt Reyes Blue, candied hazelnuts, fennel, fig balsamic
Mixed Baby LettucesUSD 12.00
New Family Farm beets, Redwood Hill chevre, Marcona almonds, Banyuls

Pizza

MozzarellaUSD 15.00
Fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce, Valley Ford Estero Gold, basil
Pepperoni & PestoUSD 16.00
Fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce, Calabrian chili, Estero Gold
Sausage & Farm EggUSD 17.00
Spicy house-made sausage, tomato sauce, Hwy 1 cheese, Calabrian chili
Pt. Reyes Blue CheeseUSD 17.00
Caramelized onions, candied pecans, mozzarella, wild arugula
MushroomUSD 17.00
Local organic mushrooms, brie, fresh mozzarella, truffle oil, parsley

Drinks

MimosaUSD 11.00
Fresh squeezed orange juice & sparkling wine
Red BeerUSD 8.00
Tomato juice, horseradish, Tabasco, lemon, olive & onion

Wine

Sparkling

Iron Horse, 2010 Classic Vintage BrutUSD 13.00
J Vineyards, Brut CuvéeUSD 15.00
Iron Horse, Wedding CuvéeUSD 16.00

Rosé

Balletto, 2014 Rosé of Pinot NoirUSD 10.00
Preston Vineyards, 2014 Vin Gris RoséUSD 11.00
La Pitchoune, 2014 Vin Gris of Pinot NoirUSD 15.00

White

Dutton Goldfield, 2013 Chileno Valley RieslingUSD 12.00
Radio-Coteau, 2013 Platt RieslingUSD 58.00
Preston Vineyards, 2013 Madam PrestonUSD 10.00
MacMurray, 2013 Pinot GrisUSD 8.00
Atascadero Creek, 2012 Pinot GrisUSD 9.00
Paul Mathew, 2014 GewürztraminerUSD 10.00
Preston Vineyards, 2013 Sauvignon BlancUSD 10.00
Atascadero Creek, 2013 Sauvignon BlancUSD 11.00
Moshin Vineyards, 2014 Sauvignon BlancUSD 12.00
Balleto, 2014 RRV ChardonnayUSD 10.00
La Pitchoune, 2013 Sonoma County ChardonnayUSD 15.00
Bohème, 2012 Taylor Ridge ChardonnayUSD 16.00
Occidental Road Cellars, 2013 Estate ChardonnayUSD 65.00

Red

MacMurray, 2013 Pinot NoirUSD 9.00
Balletto, 2013 Pinot NoirUSD 12.00
Dutton Goldfield, 2013 Dutton Ranch Pinot NoirUSD 16.00
La Pitchoune, 2012 Sonoma Coast Pinot NoirUSD 75.00
Radio-Coteau, 2012 La Neblina Pinot NoirUSD 75.00
Bohème, 2012 Stuller Vineyard Pinot NoirUSD 85.00
Occidental Road Cellars, 2011 Estate SyrahUSD 60.00
Moshin Vineyards, 2009 Molinari Vineyard MerlotUSD 12.00
Preston Vineyards, 2013 BarberaUSD 13.00
Preston Vineyards, 2013 ZinfandelUSD 13.00
Moshin Vineyards, 2010 Carreras ZinfandelUSD 14.00
Balletto, 2012 Estate ZinfandelUSD 16.00
Jigar, 2012 RAJA CuvéeUSD 9.00
Paul Matthew, 2012 Cab FrancUSD 15.00

Dessert

Occidental Road, 2007 Sweetheart SyrahUSD 14.00

Beer

Pabst Blue RibbonUSD 3.50
Anderson Valley Boont AmberUSD 5.00
Lost Coast Great WhiteUSD 5.00
Racer 5 IPAUSD 6.00
Humboldt White Footed Hefe 20ozUSD 12.00

Soda & Juice

By the bottleUSD 3.00
Coke, Diet Coke, 7-UP
IBC Root BeerUSD 2.50
Organic Apple JuiceUSD 3.00
Organic Cranberry JuiceUSD 3.00
Fresh Squeezed Orange JuiceUSD 4.00
Organic Tomato JuiceUSD 3.00
San Pellegrino sparkling waterUSD 5.00
Hot ChocolateUSD 4.00
w/ homemade marshmallow

Coffee & Tea

Taylor Maid CoffeeUSD 2.75
Taylor Maid Loose Leaf TeaUSD 4.00
Earl Grey, Pacific Coast Breakfast, Dragon Well, Mellow
Taylor Maid Iced TeaUSD 2.50
EspressoUSD 2.75
CappuccinoUSD 3.75
Café LatteUSD 4.50

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Hazel - Occidental.

4.4

(211)

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
4.2Value

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211 Reviews

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Hanna Gold
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
5.0
Reviewed on 5 August 2019
1. Overall 5
Hazel is a real gem--starting with the location in the charming Occidental downtown, with the tasteful decor, the friendliest staff ever and finally with the most refined menu created by Chef Jim and his lovely wife who's the pastry chef. The ingredients are always fresh and the dishes are so wonderfully creative...not to mention how generous the portions are... We had to go back to Occidental mainly for the exceptional dining experience at Hazel restaurant.
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Broom
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
5.0
Reviewed on 11 December 2018
1. Overall 5
Outstanding dinner! The beet/goat cheese salad was the best salad I ever had. The octopus was wonderful; I stopped eating octopus in the USA because it was never prepared as well as in Spain. This was! I would go back to Occidental just for the octopus! Great service. Everyone friendly. Nice atmosphere.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco Bay Area9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 March 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
THE FOOD IS VERY GOOD. SERVICE IS GREAT. FREINDLY STAFF
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ElizabethR
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 March 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Upscale dining in a lovely intimate spot in Occidental.
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FrannieC
San Francisco Bay Area14 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 March 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hazel is a destination and worth the drive from the Bay Area. We came this time to celebrate our anniversary. We love the food by Chef Jim. We had the halibut this time and it was outstanding. The desserts by Chef Michele are yummy. We love Jim and Michele. In addition to their menu, they are what makes this place with their warm and inviting personalities. You feel like part of the family. If you're lucky you'll get a glimpse of their adorable son, Graham.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 February 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Have enjoyed weekend brunch many times. Cheerful interior, Occidental is nice location for a Sunday drive. Excellent pizza and other baked goods such as baignets. Locally sourced ingredients.
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Beedle Gold
San Francisco Bay Area59 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 February 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a local hot spot while in the Occidental area it is a must visit!
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Nori
San Francisco Bay Area18 reviews
4.0
Dined on 25 February 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Hazel's replaces Bistro des Coupains, an ideal location due to its proximity to the Occidental Center for the Arts. The menu has enough variety to suit most and dishes can be adapted in the kitchen in case of food allergies/sensitivities. When we arrived, the place was half filled and quiet enough to converse, but within one hour we had a hard time hearing each other across the table. We both ordered the octopus starter plus a salad each, asking if this would be sufficient for a meal. We were assured by our server that it would be enough; however, the octopus plate turned out also to be a salad and we would have ordered differently had we been given some guidance. The octopus dish was fabulous! Tender, flavorful morsels grilled to perfection complemented by fennel, citrus, and a pile of dressed arugula. The other dishes, both salads, were OK. Next time we may try the pot roast. The fried Brussels sprouts were tempting until we learned they use canola oil in the deep fryer.
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MargaretS
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
4.0
Dined on 25 February 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Delicious meal! Hazel is a wonderful restaurant and dining destination for the town of occidental. Food was amazing, especially the brussel sprouts! Wine selection was terrific. We will be back soon.
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LeMoi
Austin6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 February 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food! Great service. Definitely worth the drive.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Mediterranean, Pizzeria
Hours of Operation
Winter Hours: Dinner - Wed - Sunday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm Brunch - Sunday: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Website
https://www.restauranthazel.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Jim Wimborough/ Michele Wimborough - pastry chef
Private party facilities
Please contact us for private party information.

Location
3782 Bohemian Hwy, Occidental, CA 95465
Area
Occidental
Cross street
Occidental
Parking Details
Private Parking
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Hazel - Occidental

About this restaurant

Not available on OpenTable

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Additional information

Sweets

Hazel BeignetsUSD 8.00

Grilled Toast & JamUSD 4.00

Brunchy

Roasted OctopusUSD 14.00

French ToastUSD 12.00

Mushroom BenedictUSD 14.00

Ham BenedictUSD 14.00

Crab BenedictUSD 18.00

Chorizo HashUSD 16.00

Side BaconUSD 6.00

Salads

Gorfey's ArugulaUSD 12.00

Mixed Baby LettucesUSD 12.00

Pizza

MozzarellaUSD 15.00

Pepperoni & PestoUSD 16.00

Sausage & Farm EggUSD 17.00

Pt. Reyes Blue CheeseUSD 17.00

MushroomUSD 17.00

Drinks

MimosaUSD 11.00

Red BeerUSD 8.00

Wine

Sparkling

Iron Horse, 2010 Classic Vintage BrutUSD 13.00

J Vineyards, Brut CuvéeUSD 15.00

Iron Horse, Wedding CuvéeUSD 16.00

Rosé

Balletto, 2014 Rosé of Pinot NoirUSD 10.00

Preston Vineyards, 2014 Vin Gris RoséUSD 11.00

La Pitchoune, 2014 Vin Gris of Pinot NoirUSD 15.00

White

Dutton Goldfield, 2013 Chileno Valley RieslingUSD 12.00

Radio-Coteau, 2013 Platt RieslingUSD 58.00

Preston Vineyards, 2013 Madam PrestonUSD 10.00

MacMurray, 2013 Pinot GrisUSD 8.00

Atascadero Creek, 2012 Pinot GrisUSD 9.00

Paul Mathew, 2014 GewürztraminerUSD 10.00

Preston Vineyards, 2013 Sauvignon BlancUSD 10.00

Atascadero Creek, 2013 Sauvignon BlancUSD 11.00

Moshin Vineyards, 2014 Sauvignon BlancUSD 12.00

Balleto, 2014 RRV ChardonnayUSD 10.00

La Pitchoune, 2013 Sonoma County ChardonnayUSD 15.00

Bohème, 2012 Taylor Ridge ChardonnayUSD 16.00

Occidental Road Cellars, 2013 Estate ChardonnayUSD 65.00

Red

MacMurray, 2013 Pinot NoirUSD 9.00

Balletto, 2013 Pinot NoirUSD 12.00

Dutton Goldfield, 2013 Dutton Ranch Pinot NoirUSD 16.00

La Pitchoune, 2012 Sonoma Coast Pinot NoirUSD 75.00

Radio-Coteau, 2012 La Neblina Pinot NoirUSD 75.00

Bohème, 2012 Stuller Vineyard Pinot NoirUSD 85.00

Occidental Road Cellars, 2011 Estate SyrahUSD 60.00

Moshin Vineyards, 2009 Molinari Vineyard MerlotUSD 12.00

Preston Vineyards, 2013 BarberaUSD 13.00

Preston Vineyards, 2013 ZinfandelUSD 13.00

Moshin Vineyards, 2010 Carreras ZinfandelUSD 14.00

Balletto, 2012 Estate ZinfandelUSD 16.00

Jigar, 2012 RAJA CuvéeUSD 9.00

Paul Matthew, 2012 Cab FrancUSD 15.00

Dessert

Occidental Road, 2007 Sweetheart SyrahUSD 14.00

Beer

Pabst Blue RibbonUSD 3.50

Anderson Valley Boont AmberUSD 5.00

Lost Coast Great WhiteUSD 5.00

Racer 5 IPAUSD 6.00

Humboldt White Footed Hefe 20ozUSD 12.00

Soda & Juice

By the bottleUSD 3.00

IBC Root BeerUSD 2.50

Organic Apple JuiceUSD 3.00

Organic Cranberry JuiceUSD 3.00

Fresh Squeezed Orange JuiceUSD 4.00