Top 50 Best Restaurants in Sonoma County (2026) - Wine Country Dining Leaderboard
Our AI-powered leaderboard ranks Sonoma County's best restaurants using sentiment analysis of thousands of reviews from Yelp, Google & TripAdvisor. Updated daily with ratings from locals and Wine Country visitors across Santa Rosa, Healdsburg, Petaluma, Sebastopol, Sonoma and the Russian River Valley.
Leaderboard Champions
The top-ranked dining experiences in Santa Rosa
Local Favorite ★ 3.9 Negri’s Original Occidental
Occidental
"Make a reservation, especially on weekends, as this local..."
House-made Ravioli
Chicken Parmigiana
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Local Favorite ★ 4.1 Canneti Roadhouse Italiana
Forestville
"Arrive early or make a reservation on weekends, as this l..."
House-made Pappardelle Bolognese
Wood-fired Margherita Pizza
+1 more
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5 Washoe House
Petaluma
"Visit during weekday lunch hours to avoid the dinner rush..."
Classic Cheeseburger
Ribeye Steak
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Beyond our top three, these outstanding restaurants have earned their spots
Local Favorite ★ 3.9 Palooza Brewery And Gastropub
Kenwood
"Try the beer flight to sample their rotating seasonal bre..."
Wood-Fired Margherita Pizza
Palooza Burger with House-Made Bacon
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Local Favorite ★ 3.9 Lemongrass Thai Cuisine
Petaluma
"Ask about spice levels when ordering - their 'medium' can..."
Green Curry
Pad Thai
+1 more
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Local Favorite ★ 4.1 Red Bee BBQ
Santa Rosa
"Visit during lunch hours for the fastest service, and don..."
Smoked Brisket
Pulled Pork Sandwich
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Local Favorite ★ 4.0 Railroad Station Bar and Grill
Cloverdale
"Visit during happy hour for excellent deals on both drink..."
Craft Burger with Hand-Cut Fries
Southern-Style Shrimp and Grits
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Local Favorite ★ 4.5 Freaking Tacos
Santa Rosa
"Visit during happy hour (3-6 PM weekdays) for tacos, and..."
Al Pastor Tacos
Loaded Carnitas Nachos
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Local Favorite ★ 3.6 Sequoia Burger
Sebastopol
"Visit during weekday lunch hours to avoid the dinner rush..."
Sonoma Burger
Sebastopol Hot Dog
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Local Favorite ★ 4.1 Zini’s Diner
Cloverdale
"Arrive early on weekends to avoid the rush, and don't ski..."
Buttermilk Pancakes
Classic Cheeseburger
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Local Favorite ★ 3.9 Taqueria El Favorito
Sebastopol
"Come early on weekend mornings for their pozole, which se..."
Carnitas Tacos
Carne Asada Burrito
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Local Favorite ★ 3.6 China Star
Santa Rosa
"Order the lunch combinations before 3 PM for the best val..."
Peking Duck
Hand-pulled Noodles
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Family Friendly ★ 3.7 Tian Yuen Asian Cuisine – Windsor
Windsor
"Visit during weekday lunch hours for the best service and..."
General Tso's Chicken
Fresh Salmon Roll
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Local Favorite ★ 3.9 MoE’s Eagles Nest Deli
Cloverdale
"Visit during weekday mornings to avoid weekend crowds and..."
Pastrami Sandwich
Breakfast Burrito
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Local Favorite ★ 3.7 La Hacienda Mexican Grill
Sonoma
"Visit on Tuesday nights for their tamale special, and don..."
Slow-cooked Carnitas
Tableside Guacamole
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Local Favorite ★ 3.8 Breakfast Station
Petaluma
"Arrive before 9 AM on weekends to avoid the rush, and don..."
Belgian Waffles with Fresh Berries
Breakfast Club Sandwich
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Romantic Spot ★ 4.7 Trillium Winebar & Taproom
Guerneville
"Visit during happy hour on weekdays for discounted wine f..."
Pan-seared halibut with seasonal vegetables
Dungeness crab pasta
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Family Friendly ★ 3.6 Mountain Mike’s Pizza
Cloverdale
"Order the large pizza even for small groups - the generou..."
McKinley's Revenge Pizza
Buffalo Chicken Wings
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Local Favorite ★ 4.4 Fisherman’s Cove
Bodega Bay
"Arrive before 6 PM on weekends to snag a window table wit..."
Dungeness Crab Cakes
Cioppino
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Upscale Dining ★ 3.7 Salt & Stone
Kenwood
"Request a patio table for sunset dining and arrive early ..."
Wood-fired oysters with herb butter
Pan-seared halibut
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Hidden Gem ★ 4.6 Himalayan
Windsor
"Ask your server about the daily specials and don't miss t..."
Chicken Momo
Lamb Curry
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Upscale Dining ★ 4.4 SingleThread Restaurant & Inn
Healdsburg
"Book well in advance and consider staying overnight at th..."
Seasonal tasting menu
Dry-aged duck with winter vegetables
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Local Favorite ★ 4.9 Sonoma Wine Shop & La Bodega Kitchen
Sebastopol
"Visit during their Tuesday evening wine tastings when the..."
Wood-fired seasonal vegetable platter
Vegan cheese and charcuterie board
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Local Favorite ★ 4.3 Kiraku Sushi & Ramen
Santa Rosa
"Arrive before 6 PM on weekends to avoid the dinner rush, ..."
Tonkotsu Ramen
Chirashi Bowl
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Local Favorite ★ 4.7 Turmeric Cuisine of India
Rohnert Park
"Visit during lunch hours for their generous combination p..."
Chicken Tikka Masala
Palak Paneer
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Local Favorite ★ 3.7 Swiss Bar & Restaurant
Sonoma
"Visit during weeknight hours to avoid crowds and ask your..."
House-made Fettuccine Alfredo
Margherita Pizza
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Local Favorite ★ 4.5 MoMo’s
Santa Rosa
"Visit during the lunch rush between 11:30-1:00 PM for the..."
Turkey Avocado Club
Mediterranean Chicken Salad
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Local Favorite ★ 3.8 Ricardo’s Bar & Grill
Santa Rosa
"Visit during happy hour (4-6pm) for discounted appetizers..."
Grilled Ribeye Steak
Loaded Tri-Tip Nachos
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Local Favorite ★ 3.6 Nick The Greek
Santa Rosa
"Come during lunch hours for the freshest pita bread, and ..."
Lamb Gyro
Traditional Moussaka
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5 Ochoa’s Mexican Restaurant No 2
Santa Rosa
"Come hungry - the portions are enormous and perfect for s..."
Carnitas Tacos
Chile Rellenos
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Local Favorite ★ 4.2 Taqueria Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa
"Visit during breakfast hours for the freshest tortillas, ..."
Carne Asada Tacos
Breakfast Burrito
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Local Favorite ★ 4.3 Thai Spice
Cloverdale
"Call ahead during harvest season as the restaurant gets b..."
Massaman Beef Curry
Pad See Ew
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Local Favorite ★ 4.2 Ausiello’s Homeslice
Santa Rosa
"Visit during happy hour for discounted appetizers and cat..."
New York-Style Pepperoni Pizza
Homeslice Burger
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Local Favorite ★ 3.8 West Coast Sourdough Windsor
Windsor
"Call ahead during lunch rush to skip the wait, and ask ab..."
Classic Pastrami on Sourdough
Turkey Club
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Local Favorite ★ 4.2 Mi Tierra
Santa Rosa
"Come hungry - the portions are generous and perfect for s..."
Carnitas Plate
Mole Poblano
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Local Favorite ★ 4.5 Catelli’s
Geyserville
"Make reservations well in advance, especially during harv..."
Wild Mushroom Risotto
Braised Short Ribs
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Romantic Spot ★ 4.1 River’s End Restaurant & Inn
Jenner
"Make reservations well in advance and request a window ta..."
Pan-Seared Local Salmon with Meyer Lemon Risotto
Grass-Fed Beef Tenderloin with Wild Mushroom Ragout
+1 more
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Local Favorite ★ 4.1 Sugo Trattoria
Petaluma
"Make a reservation for dinner service, especially on week..."
House-made Gnocchi Bolognese
Wood-fired Margherita Pizza
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Local Favorite ★ 3.9 Betty’s Fish & Chips
Santa Rosa
"Order the halibut instead of cod for a meatier texture, a..."
Beer-Battered Cod & Chips
Fish Tacos
+1 more
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Local Favorite ★ 4.3 Simmer
Rohnert Park
"Visit on weekends for special dishes not available during..."
Traditional Pho Bo
Lemongrass Beef Vermicelli Bowl
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5 The New Yorker Pizza & Restaurant
Petaluma
"Order your pizza well-done for an extra crispy crust that..."
New York-Style Thin Crust Pizza
Chicken Parmigiana
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Local Favorite ★ 4.0 Page’s Diner
Santa Rosa
"Arrive before 9 AM on weekends to avoid the rush, and don..."
Buttermilk Pancakes
Eggs Benedict
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Casual Vibes ★ 3.7 Dave’s Hot Chicken
Santa Rosa
"Start with "Mild" heat level on your first visit – thei..."
Hot Chicken Tenders
Dave's Slider
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Local Favorite ★ 3.7 Bianchini’s Sandwich & Salad Market
Petaluma
"Visit during weekday lunch hours to avoid the weekend rus..."
Italian Combo Sandwich
Roasted Turkey & Avocado on Sourdough
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Local Favorite ★ 4.3 Ulia’s Delicatessen
Santa Rosa
"Visit during lunch hours for the freshest pita bread, and..."
Traditional Gyro Plate
Homemade Moussaka
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Local Favorite ★ 3.8 Mi Pueblo
Windsor
"Visit on weekends for the freshest carnitas, and always a..."
Carnitas Plate
Carne Asada Tacos
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Local Favorite ★ 3.8 Acre Pizza
Petaluma
"Visit during happy hour on weekdays for discounted local ..."
Petaluma Farms Seasonal Vegetable Pizza
Vegan Margherita with Cashew Mozzarella
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Local Favorite ★ 3.7 La Rosa Market and Taqueria
Forestville
"Arrive before 10 AM on weekends for the freshest breakfas..."
Breakfast Burrito with Chorizo
Carnitas Tacos
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Local Favorite ★ 3.9 La Bodeguita 2
Guerneville
"Come hungry – the portions are generous and perfect for..."
Carnitas Tacos
Pozole Rojo
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Family Friendly ★ 3.8 Zamzam
Santa Rosa
"Ask about the daily specials, which often feature traditi..."
Lamb Shawarma
Mixed Grill Platter
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