AMAZING dinner in Sonoma at a restaurant helmed by Michelin Starred Michael Mina.The food was so…read moreabnormally good I had to look up the restaurant after our dinner. My parents were visiting and I wanted to treat them somewhere nice and so glad this is where we landed. Note there menu changes so check the website for the most up to date offerings. Everything is so good you won't be disappointed. Interior is amazing and feels like a modern farmhouse kitchen, rustic and modern at the same time. Liberty Farms Duck Wings: A must order, this is one of the finest ducks I have ever eaten with special call out to whatever they did to render out the fat from underneath the skin and get the skin so heavenly crispy and crunchy. Stone Fruit Panzanella: Classic Tuscan salad. Arugala, pears, cucumbers, mozarella, etc. So refreshing and clean, we ordered another one after easily finishing the first order. 16oz Ribeye Wagyu: IMHO way too decadent and savory for a single person, we ordered this one dish and split it so everybody get 2 pieces, made it taste so much better than with meat overload. Octopus: Chickpea conserva, saffron broth, with salsa. So tender and delicious, everyone enjoyed a slice of this though my oldest enjoyed it the most. Cocktails: We had the Life In a Hammock, Sinistra Spritz, and Burning Daylight. All were excellent and delicious.

Sat at the bar and had a great time. Its started as…read morebeverages only and ended with a pizza and dessert too. The staff (especially bartenders) were all super nice... they were busy, but still took the time to check in and chit chat. Definitely adds to the great overall vibe. Wine is wine so nothing to add there, but the pizza was really good. The dough was a little too thick for me and was a little chewy, but the sauce and toppings were delish. Dessert was very good... we completely devoured that. This is at a hotel and parking could be a little challenging - we were staying at the hotel so I am not sure if they offer valet for dinner. Overall great place - Would I go back? Yes.

Came here for a bachelorette brunch so made a reservation outside in advanced. The back patio is…read morevery pretty and lots of shade which was great because it was a hot day! Brunch was delicious. I got croque madame with a side of potatoes and a fig sparkling water. The croque madame was bigger than expected and the egg was cooked perfectly. Potatoes were kind of bland but a good side. I tried some of the quiche my friend ordered and it was so creamy and flavorful, very different than a typical quiche! Our server was great, super helpful and kind. Only thing was we didn't notice until afterwards they include a server charge already that's kind of alot and we tipped so we ended paying a lot for a tip and service fee.

Always love this place!…read more Staff are all super friendly and welcoming. (Thanks, Willy) Ambiance is very energetic. And the FOOD.... Great selection, fresh, and delicious! We had a tomato cucumber starter which was refreshing and deviled eggs. For our main courses we had: pastis-scented steamed mussels & frites (excellent broth for bread dipping) duck confit (was super moist), and steak au poivre (prepared perfectly paired with yummy potatoes) all were cooked to perfection and very flavorful. Would I go back? YES, for sure!!

A photogenic spot for bubbles in downtown Sonoma! I've had this spot bookmarked for quite some…read moretime, and had a lovely first experience. Located just steps from Sonoma Plaza, there is street parking all around, but we took the complimentary shuttle from our hotel which is very convenient for a day of sipping bubbles. SIGH does not take reservations (first come, first served) but we had no trouble snagging a prime spot at the bar on a Friday afternoon. Morgynne was our server and super knowledgeable, giving detailed descriptions of wines we tried, and was patient with us, taking our sweet time enjoying our glasses and documenting our visit. I had the Champagne Flight ($35) and the #YEShusband had the Rosé Flight ($25). The Champagne flight included pours of: Champagne G.H. Mumm Grand Cordon Brut, Champagne Monthuys Brut, and Champagne Château de Bligny Grande Réserve. The Rosé flight included pours of: Cuvée Françoise, Langlois Brut Rosé, and Lucien Albrecht Brut Rosé. We also ordered some additional post-flight glasses of the Schramsberg Mirabelle Blanc de Blancs and Lucien Albrecht Brut Rosé to cap off our time at SIGH. Everything about SIGH is top notch: from the selection of bubbles ranging from California noteables to European standouts, to the curated decor and vibes, this is a must stop when you're in Sonoma. Thank you to Morgynne and the whole SIGH team for a memorable visit-we will definitely be back!

Lots of bubble choices and great service…read more Popped in for a drink before dinner reservations. Ordered a flight for variety. All 3 champagnes were excellent. Bartender was knowledgeable and friendly. Some really interesting art and furniture that celebrates champagne. There's a wall with a mosaic of bottle tops, and stools made from corks. Very creative and fits the vibe. I saw they have frozen champagne drinks in machines right in front which sounds delicious on a hot day, but we didn't try any this time

The thai tea drink alone deserves the five stars but the fact that the bartender was such a sweet…read moreperson and the service was great made it even better. They even have an amazing indoor ambiance full of board games, chairs, and booths, topped off with a beautiful outdoor patio AND the prices are REALLY good. All that combined just makes this one of the best bars in Sonoma. I'll definitely be coming back. Would give 10 stars if I was able!!!

When a woman on Sonoma Square tells you and your friends to go to Starling Bar, you listen…read more Starling Bar is the kind of place where, if I lived in Sonoma, I'd be there three times a week. It has the distinct feel of a neighborhood bar, staffed by people who know the locals and make excellent drinks. The bartenders are people who obviously know what they're doing: just one look behind the bar, and you can see that they have a rhythm and ease that speaks to a lot of experience. I had the Manhattan with Black Walnut bitters--the cognac-soaked cherry, imported from France, complemented my cocktail. The atmosphere is comfortable and easy, and people are friendly and having a great time. I liked the place so much that I bought two t-shirts. Until next time, Starling Bar--and hopefully we'll run into your cape-wearing fan again!

OSO is truly a hidden gem on Sonoma Square. The ambiance is dark in the best way, cozy, romantic,…read moreand just a little mysterious. I love seating at the bar since you can see their open kitchen. I've visited a handful of times, solo, with friends and family, and every experience has been consistently wonderful. I don't usually write reviews, but this place deserves a shoutout! The fresh Oysters of the Day and the Baked Oysters with PARMESAN are absolutely delicious, if you love oysters, this is the spot. The Rigatoni Vodka has the perfect bit of spice, and it's served with crispy, fresh-baked bread that makes it even better. Their cheeseburger and steak are also standout dishes. Pair it all with a nice cold beer or one of their tasty cocktails, and you really can't go wrong. The service is always timely, and the staff are genuinely friendly and helpful. OSO is a must try in Sonoma!

OSO Good... This…read morecozy little (tapas?) joint off of Sonoma town square is a great place to have a lite bite or even something heavier. The staff was super friendly, service was fast, and the food surprisingly tasty.

Great atmosphere in beautiful outdoors. Nice Bar and dining…read moreas well. Dog friendly with menu. Food prep good

Best smash burgers!! Yes, the smash burgers are great and…read moreI've been there many times enjoying them with friends. This particular visit was awful in regard to service. We must have had 4 or 5 different people serving us, no consistency. We received the burgers on a dessert plate with no room for the extra salad and fries we ordered. So we asked for bigger plates. We had to ask for serving spoons for the salad. Then, I mentioned to one of the servers that it was my friend's birthday- not a word from her. Did we want dessert? I thought at least a scoop of ice cream with a candle but no!! We ordered their deconstructed cheesecake which we would share. Had to ask for 3 plates and we were charged for the dessert which was fair I suppose as it was $13. But nothing whatsoever regarding my friend's birthday. 90% of restaurants will always try to celebrate a birthday if they are advised. All of us are locals and this is bad news for Layla's.

Situated in the lobby of the Fairmont Sonoma Inn, we enjoyed wonderful drinks and food from the…read moreMichelin rated Asante restaurant next door. We had the "Grown-up" Mac-N-Cheese (lobster and truffle), Tune tartare , hot wings and a good-sized (about 5" diameter) chocolate souffle. We thought we would save alittle with dinner at Auberge the night before and then lunch at French Laundry tomorrow, but we were wrong. Six cocktails and the three plates we shared came to $197 with a nice tip for Doris. Nice and casual, excellent appetizers from Sante! Very recommended!

We were booked for two nights at The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn. Since we got in after work on a…read moreFriday evening we ate, and of course drank at the Lobby Bar. Yes, it's called the Lobby Bar. After so many cocktails you'd swear it had a better name than the Lobby Bar. The nice thing is that they serve the same drinks at every Fairmont bar. I know the drink menu by heart so I was set. We had some Side Cars and the lovely cocktail called The White Lady. Our bartender was fantastic. She really made our visit. For food, we split the delicious most decadent Lobster Macaroni & Cheese. The noodles were those shell like ones. All of the bar food is made in the Michelin Star rated Sante Restaurant. The food was so fantastic. On top of the great drinks. After eating and drinking we went back to our room and found we didn't have an ice bucket. We also found that the ice machine was to far of a hike for us. We walked down to the Lobby Bar with our coffee pot and the sweet bartender filled it with ice for us no problem. On our two day visit we came in a few times and service was always exceptional. It's an easy way to also enjoy Sante as well.

Total stumble upon, as I had just hiked nearby and it was a little past lunch time on a glorious…read morewarm autumn sunday. Sure I was interested in some food but it was also a football Sunday and I wanted a cold frosty beer to celebrate my hike and the start of my roadtrip. I don't do strict planning when it comes to eating and drinking. I often find it more intriguing when serendipity plays a hand. I'm walking down this town's main retail square, insured something was within reach. I pass by this unassuming dive bar with no signage but very well laid out inside. It was surprisingly quiet for a weekend afternoon in a touristy spot. Friendly bartender asked me what I wanted. But I ask first if I could get our local football game on and if they served food. Game yes said it would be on within minutes. Food unfortunately no but there were tons of options outside the door. Ordered a cold lager on tap from the east coast. The lager was light cold and refreshing. I think I finished it within minutes. Tender was quick to ask for a refill, love that. I next get a beer refill, and a Jameson on the rocks to quietly sip on, as I was now committed to watching the first half there. Very impressive glass and pour on the Irish whisky. I take a few sips but finish my beer, but this time much longer to down as I wasn't so parched now. I sip the rest of the whisky but now well diluted from the cold ice, which makes it so much more smooth to me. It opens the spirit, takes away the heat and blooms the flavors. My second round took over an hour. Then halftime hits in the game with a close score, even though my team did not look good. I tell the bartender that I'll close out to look for some lunch. By this time the bar was filling up. 3 perfectly timed drinks for well under $10 bucks a pop just sent me on my long weekend on a sweet note. I found food around the corner where they had a tv and I was able to watch the remaining of the game there. If no TVs were found, I would have gone back to the bar to finish the game. I was still pleased with my short experience there. Small town watering hole encapsulated.

Fun little bar with a home town feel. Strong drinks too. Came here in the afternoon & it wasn't…read morebusy. Bet it would be busy at night. Don't laugh but after I wrote this we went back in the morning, yes morning. They open at 6:30am! We made it there more like 9:00am and had Irish Coffee and Lagunitas Willellised Coffee (13.1%!). Watched a bit of the Drew Barrymore Show and chatted with the locals sitting alongside us at the bar.