Hello everyone! Well I am reaching out to all of you from the wonderful Sonoma Valley wine country…read morein North California! Just got here today on a little foodie tour we decided to embark on and we are off to a great start. Asked around and we ended up at a small and local family owned Italian restaurant, Della Santina's! This family go back quite awhile here in the Marin and Sonoma Valley areas and have been cooking Tuscan style home made Italian dishes and man you can really taste and see the quality. It was a short walk from our hotel and upon arriving, we were seated in their back garden area pretty quickly. Was very quaint and the atmosphere and service was excellent. After a bit we ordered some excellent wine, took in the evening specials and placed our order. It is important to note the hat all the pasta is made fresh daily on premises, no box pasta here and the sauces are also made fresh daily as well and most to order which is amazing. On this occasion, we stuck to the home made pasta dishes, Lasagna Bolognese and Veal Pasta Special which were both delicious and their home made minestrone soup was out of this world. We really enjoyed our meal and it seemed like very one around us was having a great time as well. Rounding the corner we ordered some excellent espresso and cappuccino to close out the evening. Overall, it was amazing and it shows when you know the owner is making rounds at all the tables in o make sure everything is as it should be. We will definitely be visiting again next time we are in Sonoma. If you find your self in the area and feel like some Italian you cannot go wrong with Della Santina's so make sure to check them out. Enjoy your trip and Bon Appétit mes amis!

This a lovely little Italian place in downtown Sonoma. It has a traditional and nostalgic vibe. We…read moresat in the patio which was beautifully decorated with flowers, fountains and vines. Our server was so kind and attentive. He made great wine suggestions that paired well with our meals. The olive oil (which was their brand?) was delicious and made me eat too much bread. The Caesar was crisp and light with what tasted like house made croutons. The pasta was also house made and had great chew and texture. We both enjoyed our pastas and ate way too much. To finish the meal our server brought us a complimentary dessert wine. It was a very memorable meal and I would return again if in town.

If you're looking for one of Sonoma's true hidden gems, Enoteca Della Santina is it!…read more From the moment you walk in, you're treated like family. Rob is an incredible owner who makes everyone feel welcome and that's a big part of what makes this place so special. The wine selection is exceptional and the ambiance is warm, inviting and full of charm. It's the kind of place where locals and visitors gather, friendships are made, and everyone knows your name. If you've ever watched Cheers, that's exactly the feeling, only with amazing wine and authentic Sonoma hospitality! Whether you're a visitor to Sonoma or a local, I highly recommend stopping in for a glass of wine and experience something truly memorable . Enoteca Della Santina is a place you'll want to return to again and again. Highly recommend!

Greatly appreciated that Enoteca Della Santina was open "late" - at least later than nearly all…read morenearby wineries! Also appreciated the local Sonoma flight. I did find the prices to be a bit high but comparable with another winery I evaluated. Julia was great - so personable, easy to talk with, and happy to customize the experience for us :)

Lovely spot for awesome food! The pastas were perfect. And service very hospitable and kind.read more

The waiter warned me that the street corn pizza had a kick and I should have listened. However, it…read morewas delicious and the crust was so thin and crisp! Sweetness from the corn, sauce, and the creaminess from the cheese worked perfectly. Spice from the serranos punched my tastebuds awake. I'd recommend asking for some of their homemade ranch in the side which balanced it out perfectly. These truffle onion rings were sweet, crispy, and aromatic. The smell of truffle and heat from the fresh fry immediately hits your nose and sense as you raise them to take a bite. Quite possibly some of the best gourmet onions rings I've ever had. They may be a bit oily but the way they're fried doesn't make them feel heavy. We had a bit of a long wait but the staff were friendly and accommodating. Outdoor seating is very nice, especially weather permitting. Our service afterwards was also sublime. The staff work efficiently and are also quite funny. My dog also came along and sat with us outside, nice to see some dog friendly places!

FANTASTIC!!! The food was incredible -- one dish after the next impressed. We are a picky crowd and…read moreit was just delicious. The chef is from Sicily and knows what he's doing. The couple who own it -- the chef and his wife who waited on us were so kind and warm. It was a truly all-around great meal and experience. (Also! They make everything to order and are happy to customize what you want. True hospitality here!!). We had off-menu spaghetti and meatballs and changed around some dishes to meet our various tastes/dietary restrictions. Favs were spaghetti w meatballs and the capellini pomodoro). We are def coming back.

Came here for dinner on 4-11-26 with a party of 8. We originally requested outdoor seating and…read moreunfortunately it was a cold rainy day. We asked to be moved inside and were accommodated. We ordered the Caesar salad, meatballs, eggplant parmigiana, sole fish, pappardelle bolognese, capellini pomodoro, ravioli along with bread and two light beers. My wife and I split the Caesar salad and pappardelle bolognese. The pappardelle noodles were sticking together and the bolognese lacked flavor. Another person at the table has the pappardelle and loved it. The eggplant parmigiana got rave reviews as did the other pasta dishes, meatballs and the sole. The light beers we ordered were highly carbonated and we would have preferred a Peroni. The service from our server Fox was great, he was friendly and attentive during our meal service. The food was reasonably priced and the restaurant is a small intimate setting.

I'm not even a big tuna lover but do NOT skip the tuna dip with crème fraiche. It had delicately…read moresliced cucumbers and onions on it, my personal fav veggies to pair with my occasional tuna sandwich. Delicious! My partner got the patatas bravas with his salmon. So crispy and garlicky! And, the kitchen (plus our amazing server Gustavo!!) was kind enough to make a custom pesto cavatelli for me because I didn't want the cavatelli with morel mushrooms! I will be thinking about the texture of this pasta + the pistachio pesto for a long time. They kept the corn pudding of the original dish at the bottom and it was such a good combination of flavors. I got chicken added on top. I got an espresso martini with gin; pretty good, just wished there was a bit more espresso flavor. Probably would order one of their house cocktails instead next time. Lastly we had the stone fruit cobbler with ice cream and a pine nut/pistachio brittle. Unlike any other cobbler I've ever had. Perfection of different textures. Also, we had the duck fat fries on another day; they were delightfully crispy and lightly seasoned with garlic. The ranch it came with was so yummy and definitely dill-forward. I'd definitely come back! Thank you for your hospitality.

Just finished a 4 course dinner. It was mostly delicious successes and just one failure…read more The burrata salad was fresh, flavorful. The cheese portion was kind'a skimpy. The Parker house rolls looked a lot more impressive than they tasted. Over salted on top. Airy texture inside but weirdly chewy in a Wonder bread goopy way. Not a pleasing mouth feel. After just 15 minutes on our table they were stale. Bambie ordered salmon. Nice hunk, probably 7 ounces. Pink and fleshy. Moist. Gently cooked. Sides were garden fresh vegetables. I ate the 1/2 chicken. Airline cut. It was a little pullet, maybe 6 ounces. Cooked well. The spicy red sauce that was under the bird was outstanding. I'd be perfectly happy to have a plate of spaghetti with this sauce. The crunchy fingerling potatoes were fun at first, but as the meal went on I couldn't finish them. They were too oily and too salty. Dessert was the recommended cheesecake. Righteous. The exterior of the big slice had a mild Crème brûlée texture and the cake itself was a heavenly cloud. The poached strawberries were the perfect accompaniment. So, is this a 5 star meal & experience? No. i put it in the casual sort'a fine dining box. Last night I ate at The Girl and the Fig on the Sonoma town square. That meal was much more delicious for significantly less money. Tourists who are overly impressed with Michael Mina will be happy here. Locals like me who grew up eating at Sondra Bernstein's several restaurants over the years will be even happier.

French food dining is always a treat - especially when it's done right with charming decor and…read moreservice! Their duck liver mousse with fig (of course fitful to its name), is so indulgent! They came around to give us a second round of crostini since we ran out and we didn't have to request for it. They must get a lot of requests of the extra crostini to enjoy and finish the mousse entirely! Steak tartare to savor over as well as their pickled caperberries, offered something different to cornichons and complimented well with the steak tartare. Duck confit was to be delved into! They know how to make the duck confit still juicy and tender! I adore the corn ragout, pickled alliums, squash and sweet peppers all mixed together and laid underneath the duck confit. It's a unique dish and a signature entree one must order! I haven't tasted anything like this before. Their iron steak could be replaced with something else. I do like their frites on this entree but they could have upped their game by providing gratin instead (which they have on their menu only as a side) with the steak. Adored their gratin. Overall warm dining atmosphere, quaint vibes and quality, attention to detail, French bites being served here!

The Girl & the Fig was such a great stop! The steak tartare was one of the best I've ever had. We…read moredid have to ask them to add the egg yolk, but once they did, it was perfect. The smoked fish dip was really good too, although I thought it could have used a little less mayo. The deviled eggs were my least favorite of the dishes we tried. We also ordered a couple of cocktails. The lavender espresso martini had just a hint of lavender, which I really liked. I also had a cocktail made with fig caramel, and it was so tasty that now I have to try making fig caramel myself! If we had been hungrier, I would have loved to try more of the menu. I'd definitely go back!

Always a great meal and excellent wine selection. Wish they were open everyday. Pizza, salads,and…read morepastas are delicious. So are the deserts. This place is close to the plaza and parking has never been a problem. The staff is friendly and attentive.

We had a wonderful dinner at the depot in Sonoma last night. It's a little away from the plaza, but…read morehas its own cute charm with the old architecture. The server was kind to welcome us with a couple of glasses of champagne on knowing that it's our anniversary celebration. We had the hand pulled mozzarella bruschetta, lemon chicken and the broccoli gnocchi. The chicken was our favorite and I highly recommend it. The bruschetta was good but 4 pieces was heavy for 2 of us to eat. The gnocchi was decent. Definitely a good place for an occasion when in Sonoma.

We stopped here for lunch in between wineries on our Sonoma County wine‑tasting tour, and it turned…read moreout to be one of the highlights of our day. The entire staff was so nice, friendly, and genuinely attentive you could feel the hospitality the moment we walked in. We sat at the bar, and the bartender deserves a special shout‑out. He took amazing care of us. On his recommendation, we ordered the burgers, and they were honestly the best, juiciest, most delicious burgers we've ever had! Everyone we encountered in town had that same warm, welcoming energy. It made our quick lunch stop feel like a real experience, not just a meal. We left saying we have to come back and spend more time in downtown Sonoma this place and its people made a lasting impression.

Came here on the rec of a local and I'm glad we did! It was the perfect meal for our group of three…read moreto easily share, even with a gluten allergy. We ordered oysters, deviled eggs, and a ceasar salad to start, then got the steak and broccoli for a main course. I loved the oysters, steak, chimichurri that came on it, crispy potatoes, and deviled eggs. These might have actually been some of the best crispy potatoes I've ever had, they did them pretty perfectly. The Caesar salad was a little mayo heavy in some bites and anchovy heavy in others, dressing could have been mixed a little better, but it was still good for the most part and a good portion too. I was glad we got the broccoli to have another vegetable, but didn't love the sauce on it. It didn't really go with what we were eating, and just felt like it could've been rounded out a little more. We lucked out, didn't have a reservation but they had a spot for us on the outdoor patio, which ended up being the perfect spot to dine on a nice warm evening. It was quaint and felt like someone's backyard, highly recommend sitting back here when the weather is good.

We were able to get reservation online for 3 people. However, somehow the patio option did not show…read moreup. I was able to call and use their automated system to find the reservation and specify patio because we had a dog. On arriving at our table, we were served bread with garlicky butter. Yum! We ordered a couple of pastas. The gnocchi stuffed with ricotta was pillowy and not chewy. The Mezzaluna had delicate balance of flavor with truffle and corn. It was great to find vegetarian dishes with unique flavor and texture. The portion sizes were not huge but satisfying. For dessert, we had a Tiramisu and Choco Lava cake. I am usually a Tiramisu lover but this one seemed to be a bit overwhelmed with the chocolate layer on the top, I like it in the more traditional style. The Choco lava cake was amazing and decadent. The service was good and attentive. They told us about presence of gelatin in one of the desserts. The ambience was chilled and relaxing. We could enjoy a nice breeze and enjoy conversations in a peaceful corner. What made it special for me was them patiently answering my questions about parking and welcoming me to use their restroom in the evening when public restrooms had closed. I did not even have to specify I had dined with them earlier. They are elegant and non-pretentious.

The food was excellent, but the service was so so. There was a wedding going on at the same time…read moreas I saw decorations at the lawn area while coming to the restaurant which was nice to see. The ambiance was great. The restaurant has great atmosphere. Due to the wedding, I think the restaurant was short staffed. For this type of restaurant, I never had to flag down to get more water at other places. It's usually automatically filled for me at other restaurants like this. I was disappointed on the number of times that we had to flag down someone to place our order, get water, then get dessert menu and then place our dessert order. For the amount of money that is being spent here for a party of 6, I have expected a better service. The food was great though, maybe come when there is not a wedding happening. Disappointed in the service for a $$$ restaurant.

We absolutely love this deli. Their Italian salami was outstanding as was their prosciutto…read moresandwiches were made with their focaccia. We also had some chicken pate perfect with their flat crackers. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I shared with them that my Nonna was from the same region as their dad. Piedmontese. As an Italian I know good italian food and Ovello serves good Italian food. My only regret is they only serve deli items and not main entrees. Maybe that's still in their future plans!

Great Italian high quality sandwiches Highly recommend…read more Been there 5 times now-always helpful and friendly.