Whenever we're in Sonora, eating at The Armory is a definite must! This place is huge. There is a…read morebar area to the left when you come through the entrance. The bar is impressive and a great way to be greeted. There is seating available if you want to grab a bite to eat while you indulge in a handcrafted cocktail. The entrance leads to an amazing outdoor area with a courtyard, lots of seating and more bar areas. There is an upstairs area that has views of Sonora, but also overlooks the outdoor area which is great for people watching. The Armory is family and dog friendly and it was great to see families and their fur babies enjoying the relaxing atmosphere. The menu has great appetizers to share, salads and bowls, tacos, sandwiches, and satisfying pastas + a delicious short rib plate. The drink menu is extensive - they have an impressive variety of barrel-aged bourbons, Irish whiskeys, scotch, rye, tequila, and mezcal and quite the selection of beers on tap, in bottles, and in cans. The wine list will have something for everyone. And the cocktails all looked amazing! We had the smoked pork nachos, ahi poke bowl, and the Rodeo Burger. Everything was tasty and came out quickly. The Armory is a must try!

Stopped in mainly because of the upper deck view but was left pleasantly surprised…read more I wasn't planning to drink but throw a cocktail menu in front of me with fancy words like vodka and tequila and I am sold! The mojito was on the lighter side but still very refreshing with nice flavor. I would definitely get this again. The Chicken Fajita Bowl was soooo good. Chicken was perfectly prepared. Juicy and bite sized pieces made it easy to consume. Definitely wished there was more chicken in this dish but price was awesome so I guess it worked out. Kids size chicken tender was pretty significant. This is enough for two kids to share. The waffle cut fries were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The guys in the kitchen know magic or something. Overall a great experience. Veey friendly staff that mostly left you alone to enjoy but still checked in occasionally.

I have been coming to old Oak Ranch since 1985. My five sons have experienced some great things at…read morethis camp and the memories run deep! The entire staff are incredible and the food is awesome! If your church is looking to have a gathering in the Sierra's you simply don't have to look anywhere else but Old Oak Ranch!!!

We just came back from our 4th grade Gold Rush overnight field trip and I highly recommend Old Oak…read moreRanch. (we stayed here and did the Gold Rush activities/tours at Columbia State Park, but they are thinking of bringing some Gold Rush activities on site in the future). Aaron and Bryan were wonderful hosts. The food in the dining hall was quite good and they were very accommodating for dietary restrictions/allergies. The kids enjoyed the game room (foosball/ping pong/pool tables/arcades). There was another group during the time we were there but we hardly noticed except during meal times (even then, we were eating in separate areas). It unexpectedly snowed a lot on one of the days (mid-April!) and 4WD is really helpful.

cozy and fun. Great beers & wine selection. Live music always a plus…read more Local talent show cased.

Food is getting more consistent. Not great but decent and affordable...which is all we hope for in…read morethe Foothills. GREAT VENUE. I dig the taproom and go often for LIVE music now. People LOVE the wine selection. The staff is VERY friendly!!!!

Sonora's Opera Hall…read more The City of Sonora acquired the property in 1986, and, through several historic preservation grants, redevelopment funds, and the efforts of volunteer fundraisers, the city was able to restore the Opera Hall to its present condition. It is once again an "edifice of strength and beauty" and a "point of pride" to Sonora's historic downtown Thinking about a wedding?, reunion? event? this is a community center and is booked by appointment throught the City of Sonora and is in a prime downtown Sonora location. Thinking of a conference? This location is affordable and is available 7 day's per week. Rental Information This Rental Information Page is a brief description for renting the Historic Sonora Opera Hall. For a full informational packet or to view this beautiful facility, please contact Sheala Wilkinson, Special Programs Coordinator at (209) 532-7725 or swilkinson@sonoraca.com Rental Fees: Weekday: Monday - Thursday $150.00 per Day Weekend: Friday - Sunday & Holidays* $250.00 per Day Damage/Clean Facility Deposit $300.00 (refundable) Preparation Kitchen $100.00 Concert Grand Piano $125.00 Sounds System (6 disc CD player $20.00 Wireless Microphone $10.00 Corded Microphones $10.00 (each) Your Rentals Include: 25 Eight Foot Tables 5 Six Foot Tables 200 Chairs Antique Wood Bar Podium & projection Screen (available upon request) Free Internet Service compliments of Frontporch Communications

We provide sound, lighting, video, PA and DJ's for events all the time at The Sonora Opera Hall…read more It's a nice venue with hardwood floors. The walls are white and look great when we uplight them. Venue is always nice and clean and easy to load in. It's a great venue for weddings, dance's or that special event.

We knew the moment we arrived at this venue that it was the one. It was only the third venue we…read morevisited, but as soon as we hopped on the golf cart and took in the breathtaking views, we both said, "This is it." The venue is unbelievably romantic, and booking it for the entire weekend was the best decision we made. We had our bridal party and their partners stay with us, which made for an unforgettable experience that was worth every penny. The owners are incredibly sweet and accommodating, open to all of our ideas to make our day uniquely ours. They went above and beyond to bring our vision to life, and it couldn't have been more perfect. Their venue manager, Nicole, was the warmest host; she made everyone feel so welcomed and cared for throughout our stay. Our photos--and even our guests' photos--are absolutely stunning, capturing memories we'll cherish forever. The only downside? It's all over, and we can't relive that magical weekend. We're forever grateful to everyone involved for making our dream day a reality. Reyna & Daniel 11.2.2024

We had our wedding at Airola Vineyards, and what can I say? It was MAGICAL! Everything was perfect!…read moreNicole, our wedding coordinator made our dreams come true. She was truly dedicated to the success of our wedding making sure we were stress-free the entire time. And I must add she is extremely creative! The owners (the Klauses) were also extremely diligent and genuinely cared that we would have the most amazing day. They are the kindest and most gracious people you will ever meet! The location/venue was perfect! I mean the view overlooking the lake was breathtaking! And it wasn't the only spot that was beautiful. Every inch of that property was gorgeous. It felt like I was in some magical land that I couldn't imagine even in my wildest dreams. I mean, our photographer was so inspired she kept finding great places for us to take pictures. Shout out to Renee as one of the Vendors too, she was handsdown one of the best decisions we made regarding the wedding. You will regret not booking her for your wedding/event. This was truly a memorable day and a huge reason for this was the people involved and the location. We didn't have to worry about random people showing up to our intimate wedding like I've seen happen at other venues. It was spacious enough to for a large wedding party without sacrificing comfort, we loved that we felt tucked away into nature while still having "city accommodations". And I must add, the view from the casita is unmatched. Best view on the property. I loved that it served as my bridal suite! I can't say enough about Airola Vineyards. Truly, our wedding was just enchanting. While our guests were originally skeptical about the location (many had to drive 8+ hours) once they arrived they all thanked us for the invitation because it meant they were in such a beautiful location. I'm surprised this place isn't better known and while I want to be selfish and not the let the secret out, I would be doing humanity a disservice if I didn't shout Airola Vineyards' (and it's staff) exceptionalism from the roof tops. I am convinced this is one of the most romantic places on planet Earth.

I absolutely love this adorable private resort. We've been there for weekend getaways and attended…read morea wedding. Valerie is so sweet. My kids call her Grandma Val.

This stay was a veritable Garden of Eden! My fiancé and I have been to many places for weekends…read moreaway or family vacations in the last two years but Sparks Ranch ranks among the best experiences and settings yet! The owner is positively lovely and so very personable. She was more than accommodating to our every need! She was great with communication and kind to us. She treated my kids like they were her own. The grounds are surrounded by stunning nature and is steeped in history. We got a fun tour when we first arrived and we were all amazed by the clean and well maintained property. Our beds were so comfortable and we slept very well. My kids want to make visiting Sparks Ranch a regular annual experience and we are more than happy to oblige them!

Hello happily engaged couple, We understand where you are…read moreright now in the process. You're excited about the engagement, and the thought of your upcoming wedding. Congratulations. We also know however, that the more you Google looking for answers, the more questions you have! Even if you have a venue, you now need to worry about seating charts, timelines, hairstylists, weather, forest fires, COVID, cleanup- oh my! "Do I even need a wedding planner?" may even be a question that you are pondering- and that is ok! The good news is, this review that you are reading is the review you need. As partners, we were asking ourselves these same questions. In hindsight, we would have been stupid to not hire Terri/Events Extraordinaire. Should you simply care about the bottom line, then skip the rest of this review and just hire her already! If you are interested to know why, please see below. Although one of us was skeptical in the value of a wedding planner, I can assure you that Terri's actions and efforts were invaluable in making our day perfect. From the very first meeting, we were relieved at the methodic approach Terri takes to wedding planning. Your first meetings are simply getting to know each other and learning what the couple wants to achieve with the wedding. Terri fairly listened to both of our ideas and provided unbiased feedback and guidance. These little nudges compounded to big decisions which encouraged us along the wedding planning process. Speaking of the process, Terri has one. She has timelines, 'day of' agenda's, and planning deadlines that keep not only the couple, but also your vendors on track! Although you may expect the planning process to go smoothly, just as we had, of course life happens. We had a serious issues with one of our main vendors (That we found before working with Terri) the month before the wedding. We promptly referenced Terri's pre-supplied vendor list and found someone who was more budget friendly, that produced fantastic results. Then, just one week before the wedding, the HMUA dropped out (crazy we know!). Terri picked up her personal cell phone that same day, to step in, and spent the evening with us hunting down alternates. To us, Terri felt like another family member with all of the right tools in her tool box to help us navigate the complex nuances of wedding planning. On the day of the wedding, we hardly noticed Terri- and I mean that in a good way! Seamlessly behind the scenes, our wedding day and timeline panned out about as perfect as it could be. This letter is a testament to her process, value, and care in wedding planning. We were thankful to have found Terri and now look forward to connecting with her any time we are in the foothills! -Adam & Samantha Klick

Terri and her team are absolutely the best at what they do! Her services were recommended by the…read morevenue we picked and I am so grateful for that! I never really understood what a planner would do, but trust me when I say that I would've been completely lost without her! Terri thought of things for our special day that I never would've realized I needed until it was too late. I knew from the very first meeting that she was going to be my calming force for a very stressful day and I was so right! Her value is unmeasurable!! Thank you Terri and team!!