Willi's in downtown Healdsburg was a fantastic find after a day of wine tasting at Ridge!…read more The clam chowder was delicious, but the homemade biscuits served alongside it were the real standout--flaky, buttery, and absolutely delicious. We shared this with our busser, who was amazing throughout our visit, and he surprised us by sending us home with a small pack of biscuits. Such a thoughtful gesture and one that truly made our day! My favorite dish of the night, though, was the crispy-skin chicken. Perfectly cooked, incredibly flavorful, and that crispy skin took it completely over the top. Great food, thoughtful service, and those little touches that make a meal memorable. Definitely a fantastic stop after a day in wine country!

Really enjoyed this place. All the staff was super nice. The food was great -- mussels in a curry…read moresauce, heirloom, tomatoes and charred tuna. We sat out on the patio with our dog on a beautiful evening. Try it. I doubt that you will be disappointed.

Amazing experience. Was one of the only few places open on the evening of July 4th, so we made a…read morereservation for 630pm for 3 people. It was a warm weekend so we sat on the outdoor patio. Our server was so knowledgeable with the menu, and he answered the 1000 questions my group had about the food and popup. Between 3 people we ordered the grilled cesar, lamb shank, steak, and branzino. Wow. All dishes had their own unique flavor.. we all couldn't decide which was our favorite. Delicious all around. Their cocktail menu was also all wine cocktails, so it was nice and light. We also ordered the mousse for dessert. Our server made it a point to let us know it is much smaller than other mousses (although really it was just enough for 3 people who were already stuffed!) BUT 5/5 stars for honesty..... Great experience! A must try..

I wanted to love this place. It was so cute. Acorn by day, Juju by night, a bit confusing but most…read morefigure it out. I really liked the prawn appetizer more like shrimp though. My partner loved her charred octopus. I prefer it a bit more seasoned. The gnocchi was a disappointment. The ingredients looked great but the flavor was a bit off

My husband and I had a very nice dinner at Tzoco in Healdsburg. Chef is very friendly, came out to…read morelet us know the specials and occasionally checked in on us along with the other workers. Husband had pasta primavera with chicken and I had jambalaya. Both meals came out piping hot and delicious, lots of flavor. An interesting variety of starters and entrees on the menu to choose from. The ambience inside was very nice, there is patio dining and dogs are welcome. Looking forward to going back and trying the other choices and also bringing our foody friends when they come up from the peninsula.

We came here with friends for dinner after spending the day at several wine-tasting events. Knowing…read morethis was a newer restaurant, we decided to give it a try, and we were pleasantly surprised. This charming restaurant is truly a hidden gem. The décor is inviting, with a lovely outdoor patio, while the indoor dining area offers spaciously arranged tables that provide both comfort and privacy. There is a small parking lot, along with additional street parking nearby. Rather than serving traditional Mexican cuisine, the menu features an eclectic selection of international dishes. We ordered the Thai Coconut Curry with Fish and Scallops, which was rich, savory, and full of flavor. The warm Spinach and Pasta Salad, prepared with bacon, bell peppers, garlic, and onions, was delicious. We also enjoyed Julio's Italian Jambalaya, made with a silky tomato cream rice, and the Turkish Beef Kebabs served with garlic-dill yogurt sauce and warm pita bread. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared and beautifully flavored, offering something for everyone. The restaurant has a relaxed, casual atmosphere. Our server was professional, friendly, and attentive, making sure our drinks and water were always refilled. The only downside was that we felt a bit rushed. We were encouraged to place our order almost immediately after being seated, and our check was presented shortly after we finished our meal. Aside from that, we had a wonderful dining experience and looking forward to trying other dishes when we return

Valette is a Healdsburg institution, with its owner chef growing up in the area. I've wanted to try…read morethis place for many years and finally decided to go here on the last night of our two month stay in the summer of 2026. We were only able to get a 5:15 pm reservation on a Saturday night, which was somewhat unusual because the outdoor patio and interior were only about half full. Maybe they allow for walk-ins so I suggest that if you want a later reservation like 7 pm that you try a walk-in instead. It was my husband's 67th birthday, which I indicated on the reservation, and they had a customized menu for him, birthday card, and welcome cocktail of champagne. The service was prompt and very friendly and we started with PEI mussels, served with Costeaux Sourdough Baguette (slightly charred), Poblano Peppers, Roasted Leeks, Heirloom Tomato Broth and Petite Fenne, which was hearty and really delicious ($24). The manager also provided complimentary homemade bread with a black sea salt that you could sprinkle on top, We brought a nice bottle of Robert Young cab and the corkage was $25, which is very reasonable. Husband got the prime Kobe New York steak loin ($63) and was disappointed that it was only half of a normal New York. It came with Brentwood Yellow Corn, Potato Croquette, Perigord Truffle Butter, Bone Marrow and Sauce Bordelaise. He ordered it rare and it was served appropriately. I ordered the bone in Duroc pork loin ($42) served with Yellow Wax Beans, Shishito, Bacon Jam, Parmesan Frico and Jimmy Nardelo Peperonata, which was very tasty. I should have indicated medium rare as it was a little more overcooked than I would like. The accompanying polenta cake and peppers were a delicious compliment. We decided not to have dessert, but they brought us a Snickers dessert for his birthday on the house. It came with Cocoa Tuille, Peanut Powder, Sea Salt and Burnt Caramel and was super yummy. I would definitely go back, highly recommend. The clientele in the restaurant were not super snobby and seemed like locals and regular people out for a good meal.

My fiance and I had our anniversary dinner here on a Thursday night. I had made the reservations…read moreearlier in the day after reading reviews on Valette. We were greeted with glasses of champagne, a special menu with our anniversary mentioned on the top, and an anniversary card. All of that was so special and unique which made us feel so welcome! We chose to do the "trust me" chef's dinner. It was a surprise for every dish. This was my first time trying bone marrow and now I am a huge fan. I will say the snickers style dessert was overwhelmingly sweet and I just couldn't finish it. My one problem with how they list it on the menu is "$20 per course". I didn't like thinking about how a somewhat skimpy salad equals out to $20. I think it sounds a bit better to say it's a $100 experience, which sounds like a better way to explain it. This was a fun experience and I enjoyed most of the items but I would not do this again. I feel some of the courses were a little lack luster and I would rather spend a bit more to do a different experience somewhere else.

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.

I was visiting Healdsburg and wanted to try Dry Creek Kitchen, which had been recommended. I didn't…read morewant the prix fixe menu, so I sat at the bar and was taken care of by the wonderful Jess (she's the only reason I gave them four stars). It's also a very pretty place to sit. The smoked salmon gougeres sounded tempting, but turned out to be a bit of a disappointment. Gougeres are usually served warm, but this one was cold and tasted like a salmon-flavored cream puff. I had the gem lettuce salad next and I liked the addition of strawberries. However, the salad was so drenched in miso vinaigrette that was all you could taste. Overdressed like wearing a tuxedo to a hoedown. I then had "Mary's" version of cordon bleu rolled with chicken and ham on a bed of polenta with spinach and oyster mushrooms with a Dijon jus. It sounded wonderful on the menu, but it was a letdown, oddly flavorless. As I was eating it a local regular next to me said I should have ordered something else - it was not his favorite. How I wish he'd sat down before I ordered!

Dry Creek Kitchen delivered such a memorable dinner for our group. The space is elegant while still…read moreinviting, and the menu setup makes it easy to tailor the night -- three prix fixe options (an $83 three‑course, a six‑course pasta tasting, and a six‑course chef's tasting). Only the bar offers à la carte. We chose the three‑course menu, and it was absolutely worth it, especially given the generous portions. Even with a reservation, we did have to wait a bit, but the team immediately rectified the situation and brought our party of six welcome cocktails, setting the tone for the excellent service all evening. DCK also offers a $30 per bottle corkage fee (max two), which I highly recommend taking advantage of (you are in wine country after all). Once we were seated, the service was excellent and genuinely attentive. Every staff member we interacted with was friendly, knowledgeable, and on top of the details without hovering. The food was exceptional across the board -- beautifully prepared, balanced, and exactly what you hoped for. Dry Creek Kitchen is the kind of place that feels special but still approachable. We'd absolutely come back.

The missing star is because of the service which was terrible…read more The food on the other hand was great. Especially the chicken and waffles I had. I'd never had chicken and waffles before, I always thought that was a weird and silly combination, and I still think that. The waffle was okay, not crispy enough for my taste, but the honey butter served with it was very good. The standout though was the chicken. 2 deep-fried pieces that were as good of chicken as I have ever eaten in my life. The breading was flaky and crunchy while the chicken was moist and tender. I could've eaten much more as the pieces were rather small. When I was growing up, just about every restaurant I went to offered fried chicken, now I can't seem to find it anywhere. If you've been foolish enough or bored enough to read any of my other reviews, you know I don't eat beef, so I have a ton of chicken. This was some of the best.

A solid 3.5 star rating. It's a solid family friendly restaurant in downtown Healdsburg. We were…read moreable to snag an 8 top at 6pm on a Friday not too much of a problem a few hours prior. The margarita wasn't the best drink. Extremely sweet/sour mix forward. The food was solid. A very diverse menu. I'd say fairly reasonable-ish prices, but portions were smaller for price. The fish tacos were solid about $17 for two with no sides and a salmon pita which was also really solid, albeit a bit fishy (I know, I know, it's salmon) but again, no sides, just a piece of salmon on a grilled pita bread with a sauce. Overall, it was A-ok. The calamari app was solid, but a smaller portion, if you're planning on sharing with a larger table. The outdoor seating is pretty lax and easy for younger kids to sort of run around without other patrons or staff getting in the way as there is a little green turf area.

Went here for brunch and it was delightful. Our server was so friendly and attentive. I ordered a…read morezero proof juice to start and we shared the pork belly Benedict and the chicken and waffles. Highly recommend both - the waffle was perfectly light and fluffy and the chicken was juicy and tender. Pork belly was cooked nicely (and that's not easy!) Beautiful and comfortable space. Loved the furnishings and greenery!

Top 5 best meals of my life. Ambiance and food were such a delight. Very casual atmosphere,…read moredidn't seem underdressed with sandals and a polo. Was able to score a seat at the chefs counter for the 5 course "chef's pick". The portions were generous, the flavors were balanced, bright and rich. Loved the presentation and the service. Not only was the food a hit but our server, our somm and the food runners were fun to chat with. We also had great conversations with the other patrons we sat with at the counter! Couldn't snag a table at single thread and I'm glad we couldn't. Can't beat this unbelievable value, experience and meal! Will definitely be checking out roof 106 next time. Outstanding meal! The red paired with the Wagyu hanger steak was one of the beefiest, boldest wines I've ever had.. BRAVO.