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El Dorado Kitchen, Sonoma, CA

El Dorado Kitchen

4.8
4.8
5532 Reviews
$30 and under
Californian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 59 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
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.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–8:30 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Sat, Sun 3:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking is suggested. Around the plaza there is a three hour limit: 9am to 5pm.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Armando Navarro

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What 5,532 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Wine Country

    Californian

  • Wine Country

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Dorado Kitchen in Sonoma offers a "wonderful experience" with "amazing food and drinks." Guests praise the "superb service" and a "perfect evening" on their outdoor patio. The seafood paella and truffle fries are "to die for," making it a "must-visit" for any occasion. The "friendly, energetic staff" and "lovely ambiance" add to its charm.

5,532 Reviews
  1. Tom VIP

    San Francisco44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of my go to places in Sonoma...always consistently good. Last night's meal was over the top. Best oysters I have had in a long time. My dining partner's paella was such a beautiful adaptation of this classic...you just have to order it to understand..it could be shared by two. I'll keep coming back!

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  2. Toni VIP

    San Francisco70 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We've been going there for years and its always first rate. Great consistency. Wonderful staff, cozy friendly setting. Our Fav. in Sonoma.

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  3. Kathy VIP

    San Francisco143 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Super easy location on the historic Sonoma Plaza. Creative menu, excellent cocktails and always excellent service. The poke bowl and the spinach omelette are delicious.

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  4. Elaine VIP

    Tampa27 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great lunch/brunch here and were seated on the patio. Service was excellent all around, and our party of 5 each had a hard time deciding what to get to eat. This is my third time eating at El Dorado Kitchen, and I will definitely be back!

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  5. Scott

    Dallas46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was really great. Our server was amazing everything came out quickly and presented perfectly.

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    Raleigh1 review

    1.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We were very excited to celebrate my husbands birthday and they did a good job of acknowledging and celebrating with us. However, the service was terrible. Not only was is terrible for a restaurant asking $150/person - it was terrible for Applebees. We had to constantly ask the server for the table next to us for help with silverware, food, and drinks. We did not receive our drinks until 5 minutes after our first course arrived. The paella was overcooked and burnt. Dessert was mediocre and not freshly made. Overall, especially given the price, this restaurant is entirely a skip. 100% do not go here - you will be disappointed and will waste your money.
    El Dorado KitchenResponded 2 days ago
    We will be responding privately.

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  7. Eileen VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have had many excellent meals here and have never been disappointed. The service and atmosphere are equally wonderful!

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  8. Nancy

    Portland7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience. Attentive staff. The paella was incredible as was the ceviche.

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  9. michaelr

    Des Moines4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    El Dorado consistently deliver a good food and a great experience. Our last visit the service was incredible with a wonderful and engaging person

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  10. John VIP

    San Francisco58 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been there many times in the past, but not in the last year. Our mistake ... finally made it back. Rediscovered how good the food, service, and experience is regarding this gem. Do yourself a favor and don't hesitate to get the Salmon or the the Carbonara. Unique and best ever. JF

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El Dorado Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 5532 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 59 times today
Google Map for El Dorado Kitchen

405 1st St W, Sonoma, CA 95476

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–8:30 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Sat, Sun 3:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking is suggested. Around the plaza there is a three hour limit: 9am to 5pm.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Armando Navarro
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