Location: Arcata
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Arcata, originally Union Town or Union, is a city adjacent to the Arcata Bay (northern) portion of Humboldt Bay in Humboldt County, California, United States. At the 2010 census, Arcata's population was 17,231. Arcata, located 280 miles (450 km) north of San Francisco (via Highway 101), is home to Humboldt State University. Arcata is also the location of the Arcata Field Office of the Federal Bureau of Land Management, which is responsible for the administration of natural resources, lands and mineral programs, including the Headwaters Forest, on approximately 200,000 acres of public land in Northwestern California.
Restaurants in Arcata
1. Holly Yashi Store and Design Studio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By Duke1140 - Penn Valley, United States
This is a must see if in Arcata and you enjoy the artistry of jewelry. Upon entering you are greeted by an assistant who offers to help you find something in particular or just wander and look at the great selection of products on display. They also offer you a coffee, cappucino or water...very welcoming!! There is an informative display and video showing the beginnings of this business, the processes used, materials used and you can observe the assembly and design areas. Each assembly station is personalized by the artist with pictures of family. This shows the values of this business. The artistry is unique and well worth the time to visit.
2. Arcata Plaza Farmers' Market
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By Humboldt101
Always the best way to start the weekend in Arcata. The amazing produce, music, and wonderful local farmers at the Market always puts a smile on my face.
3. Los Bagels
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
4. SCRAP Humboldt
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 2 reviews
SCRAP Humboldt is a nonprofit creative reuse center with an educational workshop that teaches environmental sustainability through creative reuse and donation center that divert thousand of pounds from the waste stream every month. Along with the ever-changing and diverse store items, SCRAP Humboldt also classes and educational programming in our Creative Education Workshop. What you can find at SCRAP All kinds of reused materials for arts and crafts—plus school, office, and party supplies. Our inventory changes constantly so you never know what you’re going to find! The hunt is part of the fun. Why the prices are so low With the help of your donations, we divert tons of usable materials from the waste stream each year. Because all of our inventory is donated by individuals and businesses, we can keep prices low—usually at a 30-80% discount from the retail cost. Every penny spent in the store goes back into supporting SCRAP’s mission.
5. Sacred Geometrix
We are an organic lifestyle clothing company that creates handmade sustainable garments. Our store front is located in this building alongside our design lab and The Living Center (Our community space.)
6. Northtown Books
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Duke1140 - Penn Valley, United States
Good bookstores are hard to find, even in university towns like Arcata. This shop has a great selection, knowledgeable staff and fair prices. It is fun to browse, relax and enjoy exploring here.
