From the moment we arrived, Valette had us. The restaurant is stunning -- a beautifully designed…read moreinterior that flows seamlessly into a gorgeous outdoor dining area. We knew immediately this was going to be a special night. We went all in with the chef's prix fixe menu, and it delivered from the very first bite. Warm, homemade dinner rolls -- fragrant with thyme, garlic, and chili flakes, served alongside pillowy whipped butter -- set the tone perfectly. We loved them so much we asked for a second basket without a moment's hesitation. The Sonoma County Organic Salad that followed was nothing short of a revelation: crisp Little Gem lettuce, Pioneer Micro Herbs and edible flowers, beautifully shaved vegetables, whipped fromage blanc, and a Green Goddess dressing that tied it all together with effortless elegance. Perfection is the only word for it. For our entrées, the Petrale Sole Meunière was a masterclass in refined, soulful cooking -- the Costeaux sourdough croutons, potato fondant, haricot verts, and caper beurre noisette working in perfect harmony. And the pork porchetta with nduja? Cooked flawlessly, bold, deeply satisfying, and utterly memorable. We paired the meal with the Valette Rosé of Pinot Noir, which has instantly earned a place among the finest rosés we've ever tasted -- vibrant, nuanced, and a dream with every course. Dessert brought the ItsNotA 'Snickers Bar' and the Almond Frangipane, both executed brilliantly and the ideal sweet finale to an extraordinary meal. Valette isn't just a great restaurant -- it's our new favorite dining destination, full stop. We'll be back, again and again.

Service - had. 2001 $475 bottle of wine . Server broke the cork and still proceeded to open in and…read moredump a bunch of cork into the wine. From there just poured into class. Didn't have knowledge of the food / menu , vague on info . Food - Ordered the NY steak and came out burnt on the outside but raw inside . Also ordered burrata cheese and ahi and saw it sitting on the kitchen line for more than 5 mins. Caviar at the start was okay but not great. Average with flavor . Very average but it was dressed up and well overpriced . Would not return more due to the price vs qualify of foo , plus server ruining out wine . Dessert - very over priced absolutely not worth it. If coming here for date night or anniversary... go somewhere else Carrot cake - dry with watery topping . It's not a snickers bar - very average . Go somewhere else

Out of all the places we had dinner in wine country, I can definitely say this place was my…read morefavorite. We had reservations for lunch as we had a big group and a pup. First off, they were so welcoming when we checked in. And I love that it's so pet friendly. Hostess that checked us in was a doll. The inside decor and the layout was so cute. One side is the hostess counter and right across from there is a waiting lounge area which I believe is also utilized for dining. Walking through, they have indoor seating to one side and the bar area to the opposite. Also dining available along the hi top bar counter. We had a big group which they had us set up on the patio. Another beautiful layout. It's like dining in a community garden slash secret garden. Our waitress who took care of us was amazing. So sweet and very friendly. Not just her but the entire staff there. Menu wise looked amazing. Also it was also a recommendation from one of the staff at a winery we were just at. Drink menu was quite huge too. Of course food was on our mind and it did not disappoint. Big group meant a lot of share plates to start off. A double of things ordered to start off. Daily crudo which was served with wonton chips. Fresh fish with all spices and marinaded. It was fresh and delicious. You gotta have oysters if it's available. Curry deviled eggs was quite tasty as well. Your classic eggs with a little twist. Mushroom egg rolls were a hit. It literally came piping hot so it was a little wait till we enjoy it and it was delicious. Came with two dipping sauce which paired very well. Salsa macha fries, similar concept as the elote corn with the coltija cheese, lime creme and cilantro. Brisket can also be added which we opted out for. Then there was the grilled Vietnamese steak with the not so sticky rice in a cube form. Cooked perfectly and the crunchiness of the rice was perfect. Also the dipping sauce was great. Beef brisket tacos were another hit. Two orders and loaded with meat and all the topping. Very flavorful and delicious. Cant come here and not have their almost famous chicken tenders. Big chunks of chicken battered and fried to a nice golden color. It was so juicy and served with pickle chips and dipping. You can have it hot or now with the sauce. Crispy duck confit was delicious. Nice potion of duck with bitter greens and duck fat potatoes. Brazen burger, which was pretty massive. Classic burger but better and with bacon and fries. Then you have the kimchi noodles, added chicken and shrimp or without. That dish was tasty. You either love kimchi or not and the way it was prepared with pasta, delicious. And lastly, the special was a hot ham sandwich I believe. Served with potatoes salad and gherkins. It was a hefty sandwich with loads of meat and cheese. Simply but so good. Food was excellent as we literally had loads from the menu. Of course loads of recommendations which I know why. The food was exceptional and service was great. Restaurant is beautiful and service was excellent. Also they're so pet friendly. Plus, we ordered a dog patty for the pup and it was quite tasty...lol.... Can't wait to come back, hopefully soon. Not sure if menu if set or it changes seasonally. Regardless, whoever is in charge of menu, chefs kiss.

Went to Paul Mahder Gallery, was able to enjoy GrapeSeed wines and bring in your own food to enjoy…read more Lo & Behold Bar and Kitchen Takeout Calamari Salad Crudo Deviled Eggs Macha Fries The service was very fast and they had a great menu. Food was very good and fresh. All full of favors. Great pairing with our food. It is a must visit.

Excellent service from Sabrina who was friendly and helpful. Avocado toast was good although toast…read moreslightly underdone and eggs slightly overdone but made up for by pesto, tomato, and arugula on toast plus good mixed fruit. Basic coffee is good.

We came here for Breakfast..... and it was delightful! Quick service, and the food was delicious!…read more I had the Waffle combo..... the waffle was delicious! It was one of the best waffles I have had, with some vanilla notes to it. If you're looking for a breakfast place in Healdsburg, this is a great choice without breaking the bank. It's more of a diner style, but didnt feel like it. Our server was also amazing! Never let our drinks get low, but was not a bother either.... If in town again, would for sure come back here!! Sorry I didn't take any photos :-(

We ordered the beignet, the poyo, shrimp & grits! Very flavorful!! Was very satisfied…read more We were seated right away and the server was very sweet! I love that they are dog-friendly and have a beautiful patio!

FEB2026 Still solid for brunch. We were able to grab a seat…read moreas it wasn't too busy inside. Sounded like they were having a party outside at the time. We decided to try a few different things since before. I went with the houma hash, my partner ruffino's special, and of course some beignets on the side. The food was good. The houma hash was a good mix between the sausage, bell peppers and carbs making for interesting bites throughout. A spoon for scooping things would've done wonders considering how things were cut though. My partner really liked the special. Potatoes were nice and crunchy, everything cooked well for the sandwich. I really liked the dressing for the sandwich that they added really brought things together for it. And of course, the beignets were warm and delish when they hit the table. They disappeared nice and quick. We'll be back through sometime to try more things for sure.

Another great restaurant discovered! We arrived in Healdsburg this afternoon and didn't know what…read moreto do for dinner, our hotel suggested this restaurant, and we could not have been more pleased. They have a great wine selection and lots of variety on their menu. We arrived early for our reservation and decided to switch our table to a seat around the open kitchen. The interiors are very lively with colorful art on the walls and a large wine room. I started with the Baby Lettuce and Grapefruit Salad. I am not a fan of Goat Cheese, so I asked to leave that part off. Even without it, it was beyond delicious! My husband started with the Little Gem Wedge Salad, he then moved onto the Rack of Lamb while I moved onto the Burger. We paired this with a fabulous Knightsbridge Cabernet. Everything was made to perfection and 100% satisfying.

This is a gorgeous venue with a great wine list and fantastic cocktails. Beautiful decor, a…read moretri-level restaurant with different menus on top vs bottom, and fire pits make this a great place for business lunches, adults only birthdays, and girls night out. The food isn't necessarily the best you''ll ever get (I recommend Valette, Guiso, or Willi's if you want the best food) but this will definitely have the coolest, swankiest vibe for drinks in town.

This place is a little hidden jewel... Food, drinks, views…read moreand staff are all fantastic !!! We will be coming back.

Ambient rooftop in Healdsburg with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains…read more You walk into a beautiful tasting room on the first floor before heading up the elevator to the fourth floor rooftop. Once you step off, you make a right and enter the rooftop which has both indoor and outdoor seating. We were there around 5pm and it was quite windy - we had to make sure all the menus and napkins were secured and didn't blow away. We stopped for drinks and ended up ordering a couple bites as well. We ordered cocktails, the truffle fries, and the chicken wings. The cocktails were refreshing and tasted like they used fresh fruit juice. The truffle fries were also good, with just the right amount of truffle where you could still taste the potato. The chicken wings were tasty, but had a bit too much oil for my taste. Looking forward to coming back and trying more from the menu.

Visited for Lunch on a Monday. Chef Cecelia and her restaurant family do not disappoint. The…read moretenderness and flavor of the steak fajitas was amazing and the shrimp seasoned and cooked to perfection. Tortillas are as if my Abulita just made them up fresh and brought them out. I am blow away by the freshness of her ingredients and flavors that Chef Cecelia achieves in her family feel Cocina. If I lived closer this would totally be my CHEERS. I have not even commented on the selection of Mezcal's and Tequila's that she has. Cocktails made to please where you can taste the spirit. I chose to sip on three extremely different Vago 'Mezcals. All perfection. This is a Friendly, Neighborhood, Gem. Well done Chef until my next Sonoma road trip

Hello all, Let me tell you about this great little known…read morerestaurant, Gillina D' Oro (Golden Chicken) Since we moved here from Maui, my wife and I started our date nights/days. And as always we look for the best hole in the walls This is no HOLE, this is a high end little known to outsiders, a great place. The service was amazing, Dog friendly (as long as your dog is friendly ) I had the chimichanga with barbacoa burrito Everything! Fresh and homemade, the sour cream homemade, the churros homemade, the cinnamon whipped cream, home made the vegetables...well thoes were made by GOD but they were fresh! The flavor? I gave it 3 out 3 wows when I tasted it, Ah maze ing, best so far. Worth the hour and a half drive. ( we love road trips ) we will come back again. My wife had the steak fajitas salad, she gave me a bite man o man the flavor was great the meat was tender all by itself but when you dip it in the sauce cheehoo! We also had the ceviche that was also great, All together it was about 90 bucks all well worth it, This place has been around since the 70's changed name but same great food. The town is what I think people from other countries think America looks like, friendly people, mom and pop shops , and super safe feeling that your in a TV show. Come, date night, road trip amazing views and dog friendly

First, service. We were greeted very pleasantly and then got waited on by Liz (Barbara Elizabeth)…read more Food - we are vegetarians. So we didn't have a very large selection. But we ordered the famous goat cheese croquettes, the tempura beans, and the Chocolate Pot de Creme Brulee. Each item was absolutely delicious. Ambiance is beautiful too. We sat outdoors and it was pretty but so was indoors.

We dined here a few times this summer....outside in the back under the wisteria, and inside in…read moretheir gallery-like space. Both are pretty options. Highly recommend sharing the Goat Cheese Croquettes - bite sized balls of cheese goodness, drizzled with honey and lavender. Perfection! We always get at least one seasonal Garden Salad - light and fresh! And I tried a few different main courses over our visits - all inspired and delicious: +Bucatini Pasta with broccolini, sun-dried tomatoes, chanterelles, and pine nuts +Burger (it used to be a thick and rich burger with a bordelaise sauce, but over the summer it was more of a double smash burger with cheese...very Americana, and a little "lighter" than the previous option) +Roasted Mt Lassen Trout - light and clean +Tikka Masala - I ordered this comforting dish with tofu but friends ordered it with chicken. It's flavorful, and a beautiful, bountiful presentation. Barndiva is known for their cocktails. We like our go-to classic and mezcal margaritas, but have worked our way through some of their signature cocktails, always adorned with dried fruit and/or edible flowers! If you haven't visited recently, I do recommend giving them another try. If you can't get a reservation online, call - that's worked for us! Cheers.