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1. El Dorado Kitchen
4.7
Exceptional(5409)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Sonoma
Booked 54 times today
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. Cafe La Haye
4.9
Exceptional(3042)
Price: Expensive
• American • Sonoma
Booked 10 times today
Located just off Sonoma Plaza, Cafe La Haye offers an appealingly unfussy sophistication. The split-level dining room holds just a dozen or so tables, but its open kitchen, raftered ceiling and walls adorned with modern art create a vibrant energy that’s contagious.Convivial owner Saul Gropman and chef Jeffrey Lloyd make a formidable team. Lloyd, former executive chef of restaurant Michael Mina, offers a seasonal menu that’s discreet in its complexity, featuring the sort of dishes that seem to get better with each bite. Gropman’s wine list comprises a modest 100 bottles, but it’s a smart, well-focused selection - Wine Spectator
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3. Della Santina's Trattoria - Sonoma
4.5
Awesome(416)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Sonoma
Booked 28 times today
Della Santina's Trattoria in Sonoma, San Francisco is a traditional Italian restaruant serving recipes mostly from Lucca, Italy. It was founded by Quirico (Dan) and Shirley Della Sanitina. With the passing of Shirley Della Santina - Quirico, his son Robert and wife Nicole continue to carry on the family business and Tuscan traditions. Quirico is the chef behind the menu and has provided what's been described as Italian comfort food in a gorgeously authentic Italian setting. When you walk in the front entrance you'll be greeted by truly Italian decorations and design, as well as fresh flowers on every table. Della Santina's offers a variety of home made pastas, antipasti, soups and salads, juicy rotisserie cooked meats and fresh seafood. Local wines from Sonoma, as well as Italian wines and beers are all featured on the wine list. Della Santina's received the 2023 Sonoma Index-Tribune People's Choice Awards for Italian Cuisine and Romantic Meal.
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4. LaSalette Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3965)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Sonoma
Booked 14 times today
At home amidst the historic buildings surrounding Sonoma's historic plaza, LaSalette Restaurant has earned its reputations as one of the Sonoma Valley's favorite restaurants since its inception in 1998. Chef Manuel Azevedo's signature Cozinha Nova Portuguesa "New Portuguese Cuisine" -celebrates the varied and complex flavors of his native Portuguese homeland while adapting them to the immense offerings of top-quality ingredients from his current home in California. The result is a unique cuisine characterized by familiar Southern European comfort ingredients, exotic seasonings picked from around the globe during hundreds of years of Portuguese expeditionary voyages, and fresh local and seasonal Californian produce. As the success of LaSalette attests, it’s a winning combination for lovers of traditional Portuguese fare and adventurous gourmets alike.
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5. Sonoma Grille
4.5
Awesome(1765)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Sonoma
Booked 18 times today
Sonoma Grille is a neighborhood gem, offering a wide variety of menu choices with a focus on California/Italian cuisine. Reviewers consistently rave about the excellent food and service, often calling it a favorite in Sonoma. One reviewer noted it as the 'quintessential Sonoma restaurant'. This local spot is loved for its great atmosphere and convenient location.
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6. Layla at MacArthur Place
4.4
Awesome(1378)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Sonoma
Booked 9 times today
Situated in a historic and iconic barn within the verdant 6-acre grounds of MacArthur Place in downtown Sonoma, Layla delivers a warm, yet sophisticated dining experience, celebrating Sonoma’s vibrant bounty with farm-fresh, seasonal cuisine. Its ever-evolving menu offers both nourishing and indulgent options, ideal for any occasion – from a leisurely breakfast to a revitalizing, healthy lunch or a relaxing, yet celebratory dinner with friends and family. Offering guests an approachable and inviting modern farmhouse setting, diners embark on a culinary journey where locally sourced ingredients are transformed into innovative dishes and delightful desserts.
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7. The Depot Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1925)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Sonoma
Booked 7 times today
The Depot Restaurant is a charming neighborhood restaurant located in a stone building just a block off the Plaza in Sonoma. Locals and visitors to the Wine Country enjoy Tuscan-inspired cuisine in spacious dining rooms, and on the terraces of the Italian garden and reflection pool. In addition to products made in-house, the Sonoma wine country offers an abundance of new artisanal products to enjoy. The wine list is heavily laden with local Sonoma wines as well as wines from Italy. Come join us for dinner...or just drop in for some small plates and a glass of wine! Take-out is always available, give us a call to place your order over the phone!
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8. Santé at Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn
4.5
Awesome(1669)
Price: Moderate
• French • Sonoma
Booked 15 times today
Seasonal ingredients from regional producers are always center stage at Santé, located inside the historic Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa. Our Sonoma Valley-inspired menus pair perfectly alongside an expertly curated wine list, featuring both regional and international vintners alike. Join us for breakfast, lunch or dinner in the light-filled dining room, or soak up the sun on the patio overlooking our sparkling pool.
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9. Bottega Napa Valley
4.6
Exceptional(12351)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Yountville
Booked 73 times today
Chef Michael Chiarello has returned to his culinary roots by creating seasonal farm-to-table Italian cuisine reflecting the bold flavors of Chiarello’s heritage in his signature style 1st made famous at Tra Vigne in the 90’s. An award winning chef/vintner & Food Network host, Chiarello celebrates his Italian roots and the Napa Valley with a menu echoing his long practice of using the finest locally/sustainably produced food. Located in Yountville, in the heart of the Napa Valley, Bottega’s extensive wine list represents hard-to-find favorites of the Valley and interesting Italian selections. NEW: Coqueta Napa ValleyChef Michael Chiarello's award winning restaurant, Coqueta San Francisco, has come to the Napa Valley! Coqueta means “flirt” or “infatuation” in Spanish, and represents Michael Chiarello and his team’s exploration and interpretation of Spanish Cuisine, wine and inspired cocktails, while highlighting the bounty of Northern California.
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10. Bistro Don Giovanni -- Napa
4.7
Exceptional(9571)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Napa
Booked 90 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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Discover best neighborhood gem restaurants in Sonoma

Discover the charm of neighborhood gems in the Sonoma Wine Country with our curated selection of restaurants that epitomize the best of local dining in this picturesque region. These establishments are celebrated for their unique atmospheres and commitment to providing a delightful dining experience that reflects the authentic spirit of Sonoma. With a focus on farm-to-table dining, these restaurants showcase the freshest local ingredients through creative and delicious menus, often inspired by the rich culinary traditions of the area. Guests can expect not only exceptional food but also warm, inviting service that makes each visit memorable. The dining scene in Sonoma is vibrant and diverse, offering an array of options that cater to both casual diners and gourmet enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a cozy spot for a romantic dinner or a lively venue to enjoy with friends, these neighborhood gems in Sonoma are perfect for any occasion, ensuring an enjoyable and authentic local experience.

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