Is it bad that I want to gate keep this place? The Mockingbird, (formally known as The Dirty Bird)…read morehas been on my radar for a while now. Beautifully updated, this bar has slowly became one of my favorite hidden gems in downtown SR. The bartenders are always so professional, friendly and attentive. I love the signature and seasonal drinks they offer, always creative and heavyyyy (no complaints). Since the place just reopened recently, it's still on the quieter side, not overcrowded and not loud making it easier to socialize compared to other bars in the area. There's board games and a pool table which adds to the laid back social vibe. We've been in a few times and always end up staying longer than expected lol. 100/10 this upscale bar is a perfect little hideout.

This is a great new neighborhood bar! It has definitely leveled up, and the new owners did a…read morefantastic job! They even have a signature cocktail menu, and a wonderful mocktail menu as well. We enjoyed the Pink Pony and the Stardust Martini Mocktail, and the super yummy Espresso Martini! The staff was all very friendly and professional when we were there, and we will definitely be back many more times in the future. Welcome to the neighborhood Mockingbird!

The best neighborhood bar...ever. People who thought this…read morewas a "biker bar" were surprised by the amazing cross-section of people and The Best Bartenders in Santa Rosa. It will be sorely missed.

When my friend told me that there was a really cool dive bar called the Wagon Wheel I had to go and…read morecheck it out. She and I went and have been back about five times in the past week. We really love this place. It's a hidden gym the food is great somewhat and the ambience is amazing. Definitely recommend that you go check it out! Be sure to tell them that Juliana sent you.

Delicious food, great service, and fun vibe!…read more The fish and chips are exceptional. The fries are nice and crispy and the fish is fried to perfection. The blackcurrant refresher made me feel like I was back in the UK- it's so hard to find blackcurrant flavours here in the US. I'm visiting from out of town and might have to come back again tomorrow! **came back

I'm hesitant to let everyone know how extraordinary their St. Patrick's Day corned beef was out of…read morethe fear that they'll be too mobbed next year to accommodate me. As it was they were very crowded, but were nevertheless able to serve us promptly.

Still a cool place to go but service has definitely declined. Ordered a couple of drinks and…read moretruffle fries. Took a look time to get our drinks and the fries. Even though it didn't seem busy. When the fries were brought out the waitress didn't bring napkins or utensils. The utensils I could care less for but eating finger food without having a napkin isn't what I like to do. She left before I realized we didn't have utensils. It was about 5 minutes before another waiter at another table came close enough for me to ask for utensils. The ambiance is always great here. It can be packed and you can still have a conversation with someone. The decor is cigar room classy. Still one of my favorite spots.

The happy hour option here is good, but EARLY! Happy hour is 2-5, so if you are trying to hit it…read moreafter work keep that in mind. We have been several times over the years. Our most recent trip was a few weeks ago. They were great to let us get orders in with minutes left before 5. My sister pre-ordered a cocktail that would be served after 5 and they honored the HH price discount but our refill drinks were full price, so plan ahead! Our total with drinks (6), mussels and fries, flatbread, asparagus salad, tuna tartare was $180 for the 3 of us. Felt pricey, but I guess it's not surprising considering where we were. Drinks were delicious! Service was great overall, no hovering but attentive enough to not feel forgotten.

Best biker bar in town…read more This is Santa Rosa's real dive bar. The classic spot. Good pool tables.

Classic dive. Full of regulars drinking buds. Bad nudie paintings. Classic tender, Pam, oozes…read morecharm and a don't care 'tude.

Wow, this is Asian fusion done right! I wish I had a place like this in my neighborhood. I just…read morerealized that they're part of the Stark Reality restaurant group, which has a big presence in Sonoma County. We had also tried Grossman's Noshery & Bar from the same restaurant group and were happy with the food there. I also heard good things about their other restaurants, so it should not have been a surprise that we were also impressed with the food here. Food is served tapas style and honestly, all the dishes sound appetizing. On this visit, we tried a few dishes. I wish I came with a more empty stomach to try more things. We ordered their crispy maitake mushrooms, steamed local black cod, and grilled house-made lamb sausage. Everything was delicious! The crispy maitake mushrooms came with a fish sauce which gave a nice brightening note to eat with fried food. Lemon was also fried with them to help cut any grease, so overall this dish did not feel oily or heavy. The steamed local black cod's ginger scallion oil surprisingly paired very well with the black truffle pesto. It had an earthy flavor profile that was brightened by the ginger. The cod was perfectly cooked and the mushrooms soaked up all of that saucy goodness. I loved this dish! The grilled house-made lamb sausage was Thai inspired and you could definitely taste the spices in the sausage. I actually would've liked more of the tamarind BBQ sauce and basil salad on this dish to help counter the lamb's spiciness a bit, but I enjoyed the dish. Staff was friendly and attentive. Food was excellent and came out quickly. The restaurant is housed in what looks like a historic house, so it was a very cozy environment. They have a patio where you could eat while enjoying nice weather. I would definitely come again if I'm in the area!

Came to Bird & the Bottle with no expectations during a layover for work... wow is an…read moreunderstatement. Korean fusion spot with a beautiful patio view to enjoy outside, plus a super vibey ambiance inside. Happy hour runs 3-6 with cocktails and small bites. Now for the main attractions: the garlic noodles and ALL the tacos... WOAH. Total flavor explosion in your mouth. The tuna poke was incredibly fresh with the perfect amount of crunch from the taro chips. Since I was working, I went with a refreshing mocktail and it did not disappoint. Dom was super nice and helpful, and the portions were great too -- definitely enough to take leftovers home. If you're in the area, make sure to stop by. You will not be disappointed!

Best meal I've had in a long while where I loved everything I ordered…read more The staff were friendly and attentive. Clean restaurant, chill vibes! What we ordered - Hot Oysters- Garlic Butter YUM! Delectable Burrata - soft and smooth, fresh pistachios drizzled with honey and super delicious pizza bread slices The Burger- meat patty was a+ added caramelized onions and pepper jack. It was just so good! Washed it all down with a Mocktail - The White Lotus. Refreshed the palate! I am a good kinda full! Would love to try so many other items in the menu including the desserts! This place is a solid choice

Great portions! Visited after being reccomended this…read morerestaurant by the Sonoma Hyatt hotel and was very surprised by the large portions. The waiter also said that the meal can divided for two people before it is taken to the table. Everything was delicious, fries were really good too! If will be in the area, will be back as the menu had lots of good sounding choices.

This place is your local dive bar where are the locals go. Cool vibes everyone's welcome. J. d is…read morethe bartender nice and chill. You can't go wrong here .

My Favorite Local Dive Bar…read more This spot is hands-down my favorite local dive bar. The drink prices are super reasonable, and the bartenders are not only friendly--they make you feel right at home. Michelle is my go-to bartender (she's the best!), but I also love Candace and Edie--they're all amazing and bring great vibes every time. During the day, it's mostly a crowd of regulars, which gives the place a laid-back, welcoming feel. But you'll still see some out-of-towners passing through. On weekend nights, the energy shifts to a younger, more lively crowd--especially when the jukebox is going and everyone's playing their favorite bangers. If you're looking for a chill spot with great value, good drinks, and genuinely cool people who are just there to have a good time, I highly recommend this place. Bonus: it's clean, which is a big deal for a dive bar--not like some of those sketchier, grimy spots around town.

My friends and I came across this place by chance as we were walking the strip looking for a drink…read more We saw a group of men walk in that looked like they were going to be the life of the party and they sure ended up being so. Nice place that offers a great vibe and welcomed our group of 6 straight women with open arms. DJ played great music, drinks were strong. Friendly staff. Will definitely come again. Wish I had taken more photos.

This place is great. While it gives dive bar, it's huge. Typically I think of dives as smaller but…read morethe bar, the actual bar behind which the tenders ply their trade, is bigger than many of the dives I've loved and left. Their outdoor area is a lil smaller but it's nice. The music was great, service was great, ordering was easy as was settling up. You have to stop in for at least one drink- always. Every time.

I have been to Fiorino's Lounge twice and both times were excellent. It is a great local…read moreneighborhood bar. It is the perfect spot to hang with either a buddy or two, or even to take a special-friend out for a good time. I am definitely on the younger side when it comes to the average age for patrons. I am 22. Most people at this bar tend to be in the late 30s to early 50s. I don't mind the older crowd though. They are usually more interesting than people my age. Prices are standard for the area, and the drinks are good. (Besides the beer I've ordered here, I've had a whiskey sour and a white Russian, and they both were well made). The only "not-bad-but-different" thing I could say about Fiorino's is that the music choice is pretty random. It goes from Led Zeppelin to Kanye West to Aerosmith. Overall, I highly recommend this bar and will continue to come back.

The shots are huge for the price of one. And the bartender is super sweet! Good parking, and they…read morehave free popcorn! A cute little joint to get yourselves into to play some pool or whateva :)