Healdsburg
Really great and consistent spot that is always a fun visit.
Geyserville
Designed for a long, unhurried evening. On the list for a very special ocassion.
City of Sonoma
The most accessible entry point into Sonoma's top tier. Saving this one for a very special occasion, likely our 20th wedding anniversary.
Glen Ellen
One of the best values in fine-casual dining in the entire county.
Sebastopol
Noted for being above the typical Thai in Sonoma County. My neighbor raves about it. My standard is Kin Khao in SF and I hope this place comes close.
In the old Shed building - the building alone worth the visit.
Jenner
The sunset over the Russian River mouth is legendary.
Valley Ford
Super-insider spot with a devoted following precisely because it's in the middle of nowhere and it’s comfort food.
A Japanese restaurant with Japanese food, not an American restaurant serving Japanese food is the local reputation.
Kenwood
Same kitchen pedigree as Glen Ellen Star. Less crowded, less known. My friend Meredith raves about it, so it’s climbed on my list.
Petaluma
Six tables in 300 square feet with an outsized reputation.
Highly regarded in a community with many respected restaurants. The team is lauded as outstanding so excited to visit.
Santa Rosa
Spinster Sisters is where you go a spot-on meal that is fully seasonal. Other than a few dishes, including their incredible burger on Wednesday nights, the menu changes often.
Serious cooking without any stuffiness.