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1. Goldfinch
4.6
Exceptional(652)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Sebastopol
Booked 15 times today
Goldfinch, a modern American bistro located in Sonoma county, celebrates the riches of nature and the rewards of kindness and hard work. Collaboration and community are at the heart of our local and seasonally driven menu, all centered around an open-wood fire. Come eat and drink with us!
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2. Portico Italian Social Food
4.8
Exceptional(194)
$$$$
• Italian • Sebastopol
Booked 1 time today
Inspired by Italy’s aperitivo hour, when public squares and streets are filled with lively conversation, Portico serves handmade and authentic Italian fare in Sebastopol in western Sonoma County.A portico is a colonnade or covered walkway in classical architecture. Since the middle ages the elegant porticos of Bologna, Italy have a meeting place for the public as well as a place for business. Paolo Pedrinazzi (who is from Bologna) and Kat Escamilla, owners of the new Portico trattoria , bring this experience to Sebastopol. They even have monthly Regional dinner parties with live jazz.The setting includes an Italian fountain on their cozy patio. Portico offers light table service and counter ordering. Excellent Italian wines are sold in the restaurant at retail pricing; refreshingly unpretentious. The menu features an array of antipasti, handmade egg pasta, gluten free risottos, Bolognese lasagna, tiramisu, and baked goods . A market in the front is stocked with take-n-bake entrees
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3. Lo and Behold Bar + Kitchen
4.7
Exceptional(938)
$$$$
• Global, International • Healdsburg
Booked 32 times today
Voted Best Bar and Best Restaurant in Healdsburg, Lo & Behold is a vibrant space serving up cultivated craft cocktails and a full menu of shareable comfort food from around the globe. We offer a choose-your-own-adventure atmosphere with seating available in our warm and welcoming dining room, cozy cocktail lounge, lively bar, or spacious garden patio. Casual and inviting with something for everyone, our menu will delight all fans of food and drink with bangers like our house-made noodles with kimchi, duck confit with panang curry and beef brisket tacos. Our cocktails are inspired by what's growing on our farm, mixed with a little whimsy, and always served with a smile. Locally owned and operated by veteran Chef Sean Kelley and two of Sonoma County's top bartenders, Laura Sanfilippo & Tara Heffernon. Come play with us!
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4. Canneti Roadhouse Italiana
4.4
Awesome(549)
$$$$
• Italian • Forestville
Booked 4 times today
Modern style Italian food with an emphasis on sourcing sustainable foods from local sources. This isn't your traditional Italian food. Canneti prides itself on using the freshest local ingredients available to create a unique blend of Tuscan and Californian cuisine.
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5. Drakes Sonoma Coast
4.5
Awesome(1390)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Bodega Bay
Booked 26 times today
Fresh Sonoma Coast FlavorsDrakes Sonoma Coast celebrates the local bounty of Sonoma’s spectacular coastal region. Your dining experience will be highlighted by the seasonal availability of local, sustainably farmed produce, seafood, and meat. A large stone fireplace adds a warm glow to the dining room, while soft leather chairs and local artwork create an elegant yet casual setting. We encourage our guests to sit and savor expertly selected wines and beers from Sonoma County and beyond, or to enjoy one of our lovingly crafted cocktails. Drakes is the perfect place to fuel up for coastal adventures or unwind at the end of your day, open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.
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6. The Restaurant at Farmhouse Inn
4.3
Awesome(240)
$$$$
• American • Forestville
Booked 10 times today
The Restaurant at Farmhouse Inn offers an unparalleled setting of beauty and culinary talent for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the heart of the Russian River Valley. • Breakfast features elegance and comfort using local ingredients to prepare classic dishes accented with our chefs’ signature touches. • Lunch offers the perfect leisurely setting in our courtyard amongst oak trees and passionfruit bushes for both a quick getaway, or an entire afternoon of lounging. Lunch offers scratch made, casual picnic provisions for a day of healthful indulgence. • For Dinner, prepare to savor a culinary experience where the best of Sonoma County intersects with world-class technique, blended together under the watchful eye of our culinary team to create a uniquely exceptional evening you won’t soon forget. Choose from a selection of a la carte offerings to customize your own adventure.
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7. Ca Bianca
4.7
Exceptional(3713)
$$$$
• Italian • Santa Rosa
Booked 29 times today
Ca Bianca's cuisine is a blend from multiple regions of Italy, from Milano in the north to Sicilia in the south. Our delicious array of tantalizing dishes include house-made pasta and bread, perfectly cooked steaks, seafood classics, creative antipasti, garden fresh salads, and of course, rich desserts. Ca Bianca is a treasure of warmth and charm in the heart of Santa Rosa.
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8. Bird & The Bottle
4.7
Exceptional(2095)
$$$$
• American • Santa Rosa
Booked 31 times today
Aimed at bringing street food to life, the Bird & The Bottle in Santa Rosa, CA is the end result of a pair of award-winning restaurateurs looking to blend a surprising array of flavors. Asian, American South, East Coast, Jewish and other cuisines have been combined to create an unforgettable menu. The menu at Bird & The Bottle features cocktails and an extensive wine list, and foods range from nibbles to larger plates. Everything has been chosen to pair well, and options include seafood favorites, poultry classics like matzo ball soup but also Korean BBQ chicken. There is a vegetarian menu with everything from fried cheese curds to smoked beets, but there are also pork and beef choices in abundance. A visit to Bird & The Bottle has to finish up with a dessert, and the "goo goo pie in another jar" is a must try.
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9. John Ash
4.4
Awesome(4604)
$$$$
• Californian • Santa Rosa
Booked 11 times today
Nestled next to Vinarosa Resort & Spa in Santa Rosa, John Ash was the first Sonoma County restaurant to introduce the concept of cooking with seasonal, locally sourced foods and produce while pairing exceptional recipes with wines from the region.Today, John Ash remains an icon for a romantic, upscale casual restaurant with continuing the standards of cooking excellence enjoyed by locals and guests alike. Experience our newly enhanced outdoor patio, featuring cozy fire pits and sweeping vineyard views—the perfect setting for a relaxed meal or a memorable gathering.Welcome to our new chapter—formerly River Vine, we’re now proudly serving fresh, inspired breakfast and lunch in a relaxed, inviting setting.Enhance your visit with a wine tasting experience or enjoy a charming picnic among the vines. Discover the essence of Vinarosa—our newest addition, where wine, nature, and relaxation come together beautifully. Call us for more information.
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10. Fern Bar
4.7
Exceptional(458)
$$$$
• American • Sebastopol
Booked 12 times today
As a bar-focused restaurant, we craft garden-to-glass cocktails served alongside Chef Joe Zobel's modern American cuisine inspired by West Sonoma County's abundance of biodiversity. Along with our menu of innovative and delicious dishes, the bar features house-made beer and spirit-free elixirs, as well as locally-sourced and small-production wines by the glass. Fern Bar's airy, plant-filled space can be found within The Barlow, Sebastopol's popular shopping and dining destination. Our outdoor dining room is covered with a heater next to every table, it still gets cold so bring a layer. Awards:The Bohemian Best New Restaurant in 2020Best Bar 2020, 2021, 2022Best Cocktails 2021, 2022Press DemocratBest Bar 2021, 2022Best Craft Cocktail 2021, 2022

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  • Sivi
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We had a birthday dinner at Goldfinch on Friday evening. Every dish we got was wonderful. The beets and the carrots are particularly mind blowing. We would go there over and over again.
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    Goldfinch$$$$• Contemporary American• Sebastopol
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    4.6
  • Janice
    San Francisco Bay Area •24 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We met friends for dinner, having been recommended for excellent Italian food in a charming neighborhood restaurant . My husband and I are vegetarians and were thrilled with the delicious eggplant Parmesan, which was not breaded or fried, a fresh crisp salad and an excellent pasta dish that my husband had. We also shared a delicious Sangiovese at a very reasonable price of $32 per bottle. Excellent service. We will definitely be back.
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    Portico Italian Social Food$$$$• Italian• Sebastopol
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    4.8
  • Cate
    San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Of all the fine dining, Michelin starred, tasting menus I’ve enjoyed around the world, this may just have taken the cake for my favorite meal. Everything was exceptional, flavors were creative and well paired, and the hospitality was wonderful. No notes, couldn’t recommend more!
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    The Lodge at Dawn Ranch$$$$• Farm-to-table• Guerneville
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    5
  • ChristinaGold
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We had a wonderful experience at Lo & Behold! The food was outstanding and our server, Danielle, was excellent - attentive, knowledgeable about the food and very personable. The patio had great ambiance. We’ll be back again!
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    Lo and Behold Bar + Kitchen$$$$• Global, International• Healdsburg
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    4.7
  • JulieGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •116 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on May 20, 2026
    Loved the homemade pastas!!! And Brussels sprouts and polenta fries. Excellent service. You can tell the chef was raised in Italy. YUM!
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    Canneti Roadhouse Italiana$$$$• Italian• Forestville
    •
    4.4

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