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Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Sonoma

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1. El Dorado Kitchen
4.8
Exceptional(5623)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Sonoma
El Dorado Kitchen serves award-winning cuisine crafted with local, seasonal ingredients from Executive Chef Armando Navarro. The restaurant is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and on Saturday and Sunday for brunch. Join us in the main dining room, front corner café, on the tree-lined outdoor patio, our cozy bar, or in our private dining room. Corkage Policy: $25 for the first two 750 ml bottles and $50 for each additional 750 ml bottles.
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2. Bistro Don Giovanni -- Napa
4.8
Exceptional(9947)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Napa
Booked 119 times today
SPECIAL NOTE: Parking is limited so we strongly encourage you to carpool, ride share or use a hired car service. Please only park in designated areas. Violators may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner's expense.Bistro Don Giovanni offers a warm and inviting experience with all the personality of a Mediterranean hideaway. Chef Scott Warner's rustic fare incorporates local fruits, vegetables, meat and fowl into traditional, fresh Italian dishes with her signature, creative flair. Freshly baked breads, local olive oil, beautiful salads, tasty appetizers and homemade pastas are inspired by the bounty of Napa Valley. Main courses offer an array of regionally sourced and highest quality creations of chicken, steaks and seafood. The bar features hundreds of Napa Valley and Italian wines as well as a host of signature cocktails.
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3. Mustards Grill
4.8
Exceptional(11141)
Price: Expensive
• American • Yountville
Booked 88 times today
Aged for almost 37 years in the Napa Valley…Since its beginnings as a local gathering spot over 35 years ago, Mustards Grill has blossomed into a destination for all who appreciate memorable food, superb wines and a warm welcome. Mustards food is Chef/Owner Cindy Pawlcyn’s mix of American regional dishes with global influences. The list of “Way Too Many Wines” represents the best from appellations throughout California and the New World. Mustards is an American Grill, featuring flavors from around the globe. The wood-burning grill produces such favorites as Cindy’s famous Mongolian Pork Chop, Sonoma Rabbit, and the ½ pound Niman Ranch hamburger. The oakwood smoker fills the restaurant with aromas of BBQ baby back ribs, Wood Oven Duck, and our Oooeee Smoked Pork. Specialties include Seared Ahi Tuna on sesame crackers and Crispy Calamari tossed with curried slaw. The eclectic wine list features Way Too Many Wines from The Napa Valley, Sonoma, The Oregon, and Europe!
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4. Cole's Chop House
4.7
Exceptional(7844)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Napa
Booked 51 times today
Cole's Chop House presents sophisticated steak house classics in an elegant setting matched by friendly, attentive service. Cole's features 21 day dry-aged steaks, Angus beef, pork from small farms in Iowa, signature cocktails, hand-selected bourbons and an extensive wine list focusing on Napa Valley wines.
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5. Morimoto - Napa
4.6
Exceptional(8399)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Napa
Booked 57 times today
Morimoto's contemporary Japanese menu infuses traditional dishes with Western ingredients and preparation techniques. His seasonal and ever-changing selection of raw fish preparations will feature the freshest seafood available as well as locally grown fruits and vegetables from supporting farmers. Morimoto's signature offerings include Toro Tartare, presented in a small tray with condiments including crème fraîche, wasabi, avocado, nori paste, chives, crispy rice, and dashi-soy. Tuna Pizza made with raw tuna, anchovy aioli, and jalapeno; Morimoto Sashimi, a terrine of seared Toro, smoked salmon, barbequed eel, tuna and Hamachi served with five different sauces in pipettes.
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6. Oenotri
4.5
Awesome(3590)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Napa
Booked 28 times today
Oenotri is an Italian restaurant in downtown Napa featuring a daily changing menu driven by ingredients that are local, fresh and in season. We celebrate culinary traditions rarely seen elsewhere in California.
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7. Kenzo Napa
4.8
Exceptional(517)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Napa
Booked 10 times today
Kenzo Napa, presented by proprietors Kenzo and Natsuko Tsujimoto, is an exceptional, authentic Japanese restaurant featuring a traditional prix fixe kaiseki menu designed by Chef Kenji Miyaishi, located in downtown Napa.OpenTable allows reservations only 30 days in advance. For long-range planning: reservations@kenzonapa.com. Note that less than 24 hours' notice for cancellation will result in a $200 cancellation fee. The fusion of Japanese tradition with innovative techniques and presentation is sure to transform all perceptions of Japanese cuisine. Edomae sushi and kaiseki delicacies are created with seafood selections flown in from acclaimed markets in Japan. Every dish is expertly paired with the Kenzo Estate wine collection as an option, along with a selection of fine wines, Japanese sakes and beer in a peaceful environment where the focus is on chef preparation and cuisine.Kenzo is the proud recipient of 7 consecutive Michelin Star awards, noted for sake and wine lists.
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8. Sky & Vine Rooftop Bar
4.3
Awesome(454)
Price: Expensive
• American • Napa
Booked 27 times today
We’ve got our head in the clouds with deep Napa roots, combining panoramic valley views from Archer’s sixth-floor perch in our open-air, wine country-inspired rooftop retreat. Join us — make reservations up to 30 days in advance.Reverse happy hour 8 – 10 PM Monday – ThursdaySunday brunch 11:30 AM – 3 PM

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Discover best hot spot restaurants in Sonoma

Discover the culinary delights of Sonoma, a true hot spot in the San Francisco Bay Area’s renowned Wine Country, where dining is an experience to savor. This region boasts a variety of restaurants that cater to all tastes, each offering a unique blend of local flavors and exceptional service. Whether you're looking for rustic Italian fare, Provencal-inspired dishes, or a fusion of Californian and international cuisines, Sonoma’s dining scene will not disappoint. The restaurants in this area are celebrated for their commitment to using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, enhancing the authenticity and quality of every meal. Patrons consistently praise these eateries for their cozy atmospheres, friendly staff, and the overall welcoming environment that makes each dining experience memorable. Sonoma’s vibrant restaurant scene is a major draw for both locals and tourists, making it a must-visit destination for food lovers exploring the Bay Area. Enjoy dining in settings that range from casual to upscale, each establishment ensuring a delightful culinary journey.

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