The Mustard Seed - Davis, California

Michael McDaniel

As someone from out of town trying to find a restaurant that can accommodate 17 people, The Mustard Seed exceeded our expectations. Reservation was easy and very professional.
Upon arrival, we were greeted by the owners and they had arranged 2 tables in a private area for our group. Name cards were done showing the meal selection that was made the days prior. Everything was done correctly.
There was an amazing wine selection and with a party of 17, the owners surely knew how to recommend the choice of wine that goes well with our meals.
Food was excellent. The majority of the group had the rib eye which everyone said was done to perfection. A few had the cauliflower steak as well as the duck which I heard they also said was tasty. I personally went for the lamb which was delicious and well prepared. I really liked the watermelon & feta salad which was refreshing.
If you’re looking for a place to host a few people or even a small group such as what we did, I highly recommend this place. I knew everyone from my group had a lovely time here and everyone appreciated the service and hospitality.

L G

From the moment you step into The Mustard Seed, you're enveloped in a warm, inviting ambiance. The staff's genuine friendliness makes you feel right at home. They have a knack for creating a relaxed atmosphere where you can fully savor your dining.
The combination of exceptional food and heartfelt service makes The Mustard Seed a truly special place to dine. Super grateful will definitely come back.

Suzanne Frey

Davis is a college town. As such the food options run cheap, caloric, and fast. The Mustard Seed is a rare exception (from what I can tell it's one of 2, maybe 3 quality-food-focused spots in town). Housed in a small, quaint cottage, it's loaded with charm. And the food and service are great. It's definitely pricey, but IMO worth it. I happened to be there during UC Davis commencement weekend (not intentionally) and they still happily seated me without a reservation as I'd arrived early and promised not to take too much time. The menu was limited given the special occasion weekend, but I still had a fantastic Cesar salad and truly delicious plate of seared scallops with black rice, asparagus, and heirloom carrots topped with a luxurious red curry sauce. The portions were abundant, but not in a grotesque way. My server was super kind and overall, I highly recommend splurging on this spot vs. others in town. If I had any recommendations it would be to try to treat the mosquitoes on the back porch. :).

Shane

Amazing services. Both waiters are very friendly and considerate. Felt more than welcomed when I had lunch there. Would recommend the crab cakes and their coffee. Only downside is that I would love to have some salt on the fries

CMW

Yeah. That was pretty great. It's pricey (and glad a good friend's company was picking up the tab), but the food was exceptional, the presentation exceptional, and the service knowledgeable and professional. Would absolutely come back knowing everything from the appetizers to the desserts would be the right temp. Oh.. and for some reason the food nearly came out too quick. There was a wizard in the back that had the timing down perfectly.

Merlin Love

Really a delightful dining experience. The food and service were excellent. We dined on their back patio. We had the Salmon Carpaccio and the cheese plate, which paired together marvelously. For entrees we had the duck and scallops, both of which were cooked to perfection. The ambiance was delightful, and romantic, and it's a wonderful place to break up with someone.

Paul War

What a nice little restaurant. Food was really good and they had a nice selection of wine to choose from. There isn't a large menu selection, probably 6 or 7 entrees to choose from.

The wait staff were so friendly and were really on the ball. There was no "waiting for your server" if anyone walking by noticed you needed anything they got it for you regardless of whether you were their table or not.

The small menu combined with a hefty price is the only reason this restaurant didn't get 5 stars.

If you're looking for a place to go for a special occasion I would definitely look at The Mustard Seed.

George Bazlamit

We were in town for a few days for a conference. We didn't expect much in the way of cuisine in a college town, but this place was a wonderful surprise. Our server was incredibly attentive, and the atmosphere was charming. My fish was perfect, a huge portion, the crab cakes were just right, and my wifes dish, scallops were incredible. You cant go wrong here.