Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Monte Rio

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A photo of Canneti Roadhouse Italiana restaurant

1. Canneti Roadhouse Italiana

4.4

Awesome(549)

$$$$

• Italian • Forestville

Booked 1 time 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.

2. Monti's

4.6

Exceptional(2442)

$$$$

• Mediterranean • Santa Rosa

Booked 42 times today

Monti’s is a much favored neighborhood eatery and bar that offers a vibrant and relaxed dining experience. Our Mediterranean-inspired menu focuses on locally sourced Sonoma County ingredients, featuring fresh seafood, seasonal vegetables, house-made pastas, pizzas, and a variety of shared plates. Complement your meal with our quality cocktails, extensive wine selection, and full bar service. Enjoy your dining experience indoors or on our inviting patio.

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3. Lo and Behold Bar + Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(938)

$$$$

• Global, International • Healdsburg

Booked 42 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. Tides Wharf - Inn at the Tides

4.2

Awesome(24)

$$$$

• Seafood • Bodega Bay

Booked 12 times today

One of the most popular restaurants on the northern California coast is located just a few steps from The Inn at the Tides. The unbelievably beautiful setting and views cannot be matched anywhere on the Sonoma Coast. The Tides has been a favorite of locals and travelers from around the globe for over 50 years. Specializing in fresh, local seafood and American cuisine the extensive breakfast, lunch and dinner menus are certain to please a wide range of palates. The unbelievably beautiful setting and view cannot be matched anywhere on the Sonoma Coast. Made famous in the early 1960’s as the backdrop for scenes of Alfred Hitchcock’s film classic, “The Birds”, The Tides remains a popular destination for locals and travelers from around the world.

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5. Guiso Latin Fusion

4.9

Exceptional(2196)

$$$$

• Latin American • Healdsburg

Booked 10 times today

Guiso Latin Fusion is a family owned restaurant serving Latin American and Caribbean dishes.

6. Dry Creek Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(4132)

$$$$

• American • Healdsburg

Booked 37 times today

Progressive American cooking rooted in Sonoma CountyLegendary Chef Charlie Palmer seamlessly blends his Progressive American style with the rich bounty of Sonoma County, along with the most expansive, exclusively Sonoma County wine list in the world. Here you’ll discover the freshest, hyper-seasonal ingredients that are grown and raised by farms up the road, and wines by vintners you visited earlier in the day. We’re proud to call Healdsburg home. Choose from our three-course nightly dinner menu, indulge in Chef Shane’s ever-changing six-course tasting menu, or enjoy our celebrated Thursday night Sonoma Neighbor menu. For a more casual evening, dine at Dry Creek Kitchen’s bar or savor light bites and hearty burgers at Hotel Healdsburg’s lobby Spirit Bar. Welcome to our kitchen, where we celebrate the essence of Sonoma County, every day.

A photo of Stark's Steak and Seafood restaurant

7. Stark's Steak and Seafood

4.8

Exceptional(4086)

$$$$

• Steak • Santa Rosa

Booked 41 times today

Stark's Steakhouse in Santa Rosa, California, is an upscale eatery that takes a modern approach to sustainable seafood and steak. The in-house dry aged meat is served a la carte and guests can also enjoy an extensive menu of international and local wine, creative cocktails and more than 60 whiskeys.Try the Stark's Steakhouse special roasted bone marrow starter served with truffle honey and sea salt before enjoying a steak with toppers like truffle fried egg, mushroom and onions or blue cheese butter. Vegetarians have options on the menu as well and guests shouldn't leave Stark's Steakhouse without a look at the extensive dessert menu.

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8. SEA Thai Bistro - Santa Rosa

4.7

Exceptional(1620)

$$$$

• Thai • Santa Rosa

Booked 29 times today

TONY OUNPAMORNCHAI, is the Co-Owner and Executive Chef of SEA Thai Bistro and SEA Noodle Bar in Sonoma County. His Thai heritage and Santa Rosa roots make for an unique combination. His menu dynamically blends Asian and modern California ingredients.Travelling the world for many years, he brings his appreciation for global cuisine to his menu. His artistically crafted dishes have earned numerous accolades and awards from some of Sonoma county’s most renowned critics, including Petaluma Magazine’s People Choice Award for Best Local Seafood Restaurant and Best Asian Restaurant. The Press Democrat voted SEA Thai Bistro as the Best Thai Restaurant in Sonoma county.

A photo of Jackson's Bar & Oven restaurant

9. Jackson's Bar & Oven

4.7

Exceptional(1420)

$$$$

• American • Santa Rosa

Booked 28 times today

Since 2009 Jackson’s Bar & Oven has been serving seasonal American fare in the heart of Santa Rosa’s historic Railroad Square. Led by Chef/Owner Josh Silvers and Executive Chef Jason Denton, our kitchen focuses on fresh, local ingredient. From our signature wood-fired pizzas, brick chicken or grilled steaks to crisp salads, burgers and sandwiches, there is something for everyone! We also have gluten-free options, a full kids’ menu and don't you dare forget about our house made desserts!Our bar highlights only Sonoma County wines, local craft beers, and our own original craft cocktails that change seasonally. Jackson's warm interior, cozy mezzanine and laid-back atmosphere have made it a downtown staple that is as welcoming to solo diners or date night as it is to family gatherings and groups. And we are adjacent to the SMART Train station!

10. KIN

4.6

Exceptional(375)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Windsor

Booked 9 times today

Kin is an American comfort style restaurant in the heart of downtown Windsor. Established in 2011, Kin has become one of Sonoma County's best family, friendly restaurants for all ages. From grilled burgers and steaks to our Woodstone pizzas, salads and sandwiches, Kin's seasonal menu is always a favorite. Our full bar, Craft beer selection, and local wine list will complete your dining experience along with our friendly service team and comfortable restaurant design. Banquet room and patio available.

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