This place has been our go to for take out sandwiches whenever we go to Sonoma. Their meats are so juicy, tender and the taste is just full bodied (is that even the right word for them?) but we have tried the tri tip, the brisket and the turkey and I truly like them all; it's super hard to choose, although I would say I liked the flavor profile of the brisket sandwich. Another tip - I truly had NO idea how to get into this place but you have to go into the cheese factory and the counter to order is to the right. If you want to eat there, you have to go to the back to pick up your food and there's many tables back there inside as well as outside. read more

We were excited to try a bit of everything, and it was all, frankly, awful and wildly expensive. The ribs were cut without care or precision, resulting in sharp shards of bone jutting out of each piece (especially dangerous for children). The pulled pork, while texturally good, was bland and unseasoned. The small cup of complimentary bbq sauce did nothing to mask the taste. Worst of all was the brisket, which was gray and dry, inedible in my eyes. Incredibly disappointing, especially considering the high price per pound and the poor service. Never again. read more

The food is amazing. We loved the sandwiches that were served w generous portions of unbelievable meats. So yummy. The sides of slaw and mac&cheese were just perfect. I was tempted to ask them for their Mac & cheese recipe but resisted the urge. If the owner sees this review please send me the recipe! ;--) The staff is really friendly. There is plenty of seating both outside and indoors. Parking was easy. It is a little tricky finding the place that sits inside another shop but the signage is really helpful. Come check it out. It's completely worth it. Your bellies will be happy. read more

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Great spot for breakfast. There are outdoor seats and a huge inside area. They also have a wine and coffee. We came back for lunch as well! The rib eye sandwich was great. Say NO to the tri-tip. It was super dry! Flavor was good but meat was too lean for BBQ. read more

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Some of the best BBQ I've had in NorCal! We visited on a rainy Saturday at lunchtime and it wasn't busy at all. It's located in a little market, and there's dog friendly casual patio seating outside. Every cut in the three meat sampler platter was really flavorful and tender. I loved the bread that it came with too to make little bbq sandwiches; those were devoured so fast. We also tried the bbq chili which was so good and perfect for a cold day. Will definitely return when I'm in Sonoma again! read more

The Butcherman - Barbeque Near Me - Sonoma, California

Sure. Why not give this place 5 stars. So as people have mentioned it is in the cheese shop. There is seating in the back and outside which is surpraiingly nice. In fact the whole experience was great. There was a short line when I went for lunch. I finally got up to the register and asked the last of she like the brisket or the Philly sandwich better? "Ooooohh that is a tough one - I like them both. Philly is a hit more food but flavorful but the brisket is good and probably one of our most popular sandwiches." Nice!!! And how is the Mac and cheese? "people love it but it is a bit cheesy just so you know". Ok so let me get the brisket sandwich, the Philly cheesesteak sandwich and the Mac and cheese. "You want all of it?" YEP!! So I have to say both sandwiches were good but the brisket was the winner for me. The brisket was very flavorful, juicy, spiced right. I should have listened to her on the Mac and cheese. Way too cheesy for me. What also tipped this over to a 5 star review is Dora (I hope I got the name right). What a sweet kind amazing woman. She gave me my food when the buzzer went off. I told her I didn't need the second silverware set as it wa a just me. "All this for you?" YEP!! Ok fine I will take an advance on a to-go box. She checked on me. She grabbed my plate (wood plank). She was really great. So thank you! I will be back. Check this place out. read more

The Butcherman - Brisket and Philly and Mac and cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Sonoma, California

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We accidentally came here and I would say this was the best part of our Sonoma weekend trip! Ordered the platter which is a assortment of ribs, brisket, pulled pork & sausage served with pickles, dinner rolls & sauces. They said it would serve 2 but I would say this is big enough for 3 people to eat and be full. Hell if you order a side or 2, then even a party of 4 may be able to share this. It was scrumptious, juicy and so tasty! Seating and everything else is wonderful. Staff is good. We will make sure to visit them again and again everytime we are in town. read more

The Butcherman - Barbeque Near Me - Sonoma, California

Came here for lunch during Easter weekend. Was a bit crowded but not overly packed - there was a steady line but plenty of seating. I knew they were known for bbq, so I wanted to try out something that featured bbq meats even though it was pretty early in the afternoon. My partner and I got/split a BLT and a brisket sandwich. Both were great, and I'm not usually a sandwich person. The bacon in the BLT was nice and thick, which I don't typically see in that type of sandwich. The brisket was a little dry in some parts but the sauce helped that. Overall, both were solid and satisfying. read more

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Right off the main square lies some of the best BBQ in North County Bay Areas. The Butcherman brings authentic BBQ to Sonoma. We had the sample platter with brisket, sausage, Pulled pork and ribs. Scrumptious . Excellent smoke flavor. Our sides were Mac and cheese and potato salad. Killer atmosphere, meats and sides. Some nice Sonoma County Red wine to top it off! Love this place! read more

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I had a brisket sandwich from their food truck at the 4th of July festival. It was FANTASTIC! And big. I still have half left

Located inside a cheese / deli restaurant, we didn't know what to expect. The ambiance was an upscale joint for a picnic. We were most impressed with the sandwiches we had - meat was paired with the perfect cheese. There were a wide variety of beverages, too - wine, beer, ciders, sparkling drinks, & cola. Salads were fresh. You can even have a wine & cheese tasting! This is the perfect 1st stop in Sonoma especially of you want to prep a picnic basket. If you're not sure what to pack, just ask. Service is very friendly! read more

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Unbelievable how yummy this place is. Not fancy but delicious. Have been a few times living in Petaluma and always take out of towners. They love it. We love it. Tender, juicy meat on a variety of breads. Don't be afraid to stop in here. It's inside the cheese store. read more

So, so good sandwiches. Nice spot for an affordable lunch. We came in between wine tastings and had the Philly Cheesesteak and Brisket sandwich. The bread and meats were perfectly cooked. So tasty and hit the spot. I love how it's a market and restaurant with wine and beers. Plenty of seating inside and out. Order at the counter and then wait for your buzzer to pick up and eat your food. You can smell the smoker cooking outside. I can't wait to come back! read more

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Absolutely the best brisket I've had anywhere. This place offers great food and friendly service in a convenient location. I pick up a $35 whole smoked brisket once a week now that I couldn't make myself for cheaper. We get two big dinners out of it. Can't beat this place! read more

An A+ deli, coffee shop, and fine foods purveyor just on the Sonoma Square that should be on your 'must visit' list. ?The folks working here are knowledgeable, friendly, and willing to patiently answer almost any obscure question that you might have! I highly recommend sitting in the window to enjoy your coffee or a sandwich anytime of year because of it's beautiful view. read more

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Pretty nice stumble on a late afternoon weekend lunch. This legit bbq joint subleases the back corner area of The Sonoma Cheese Company's store. They have a kitchen and a pick-up window in that corner with communal tables, a few TV screens and a patio off to the side. But you have to place your order at one of the registers up front in the main store. I saw lots of people try to order at that pick-up window to only get sent back into the main store. Once order gets placed, your food is ready pretty quick, like less than 10 minutes for mine. Mortadella Sandwich ($15/4.5*) Outside of legit smoked meats, this place also does a few well made deli sandwiches, more Italian style from my look. This was a great sandwich all around. From the soft yet chewy Italian roll, to the thinly sliced mortadella that was folded atop each other so it has an airy bite versus a dense bite. To the fresh and soft mozzarella slices to the generous schmear of vibrant pesto with notable flecks of nuts. I suppose my only knock was that it could have used some produce like arugula to break up the heavy cured meat bites. Tri-Tip ($30/lb-4*) I ordered a half pound and they were really generous with their serving, which will get me to come back for sure. I loved the texture of their tri-tip as they actually kept it medium-ish with a touch of pink even, so it was so satisfyingly chewy yet tender. Great spice rub bark, but they also marinade this in something with soy and citrus. The flavor was initially well received, but the more bites I took, the more it got tiresome, like I just wanted more natural beef flavor. I think they could make this marinade either a bit more balanced or less intense. Coleslaw ($8/3.5*) Their small size could easily feed 2-3. Beautifully shredded cabbage, like they use a mandolin as it was so fine and consistent. Perfectly dressed amount wise as it was still crunchy but well coated. But their slaw dressing is very mild, bordering on bland. Needs more tang/sweet balance. Brisket ($33/5*) I got a half pound of this as well. Nice thick slices that hold up when you pick it up, it doesn't break from it's own weight. Noticeable pink smoke ring and great texture and flavor. Smoke is definitely on the heavier side without a tough and dry bark. They definitely got their process down. So this place wasn't around last time I was in this town a few years ago but so glad they are now here. I hope they thrive cuz I'd love for them to be a staple resource for my getaways here. Stoked. read more

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Wish I had better things to say after visiting The Butcherman. This spot is located Downtown Sonoma and has a good variety of BBQ dishes & sandwiches, breakfast sandwiches, baked goods, coffee, and more. They had seating both inside and outside which was nice. We stopped in for a quick lunch and ordered ahead for pick up as we were on a tight schedule. The food sadly wasn't ready on time so they started making it after I arrived. They apologized as it was a ticketing system error. We sat down to eat and had to go back up to asked for bbq sauces. I got the Grilled Cheese which didn't really have a flavor pop. My husband got the TriTip sandwich which was the redeeming quality of the visit. This spot seems good at what they know best, bbq food, but services has some room for improvement. read more

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Had high hopes based on the reviews and photos of this spot, but sadly was a let down this past Saturday. Fresh bread is critical to a proper sandwich and both of ours was stale. Their 'Philly' didn't have much meat and the cheese wasn't very tasty. Wife liked the insides of her 'Chicken Ham' but the stale bread just killed it. Good chocolate covered peanut butter cookie. Their house Pinot Noir is decent. Older lady who rang us up wasn't super friendly (no smiles, no warmth). Pretty disappointing overall especially dropping $100 on everything. read more

Overpriced, small portions, and overall poor quality. For two small sandwiches, a side of mac and cheese and two waters the total was $70. The mac and cheese is microwaved slop. How do I know? Because ours came out completely cold in the middle. I had to have them reheat, which they did. My sandwich, the BLT, was burnt. Bread was black and rock hard, and to my surprise the only ingredients were bacon, lettuce, and tomato. No sauces, no aioli, no flavor, nothing. $17 for burnt bread and 3 ingredients. My partner got the tri tip and although the sandwich was skinny and small like mine, his has a lot of meat and was delicious. The bread was not burned, the meat was great, and the aioli was amazing. So, if you ever feel like getting robbed in the light of day to stuff your mouth with subpar food this is the spot for you. Otherwise, I do not recommend. read more

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Turkey and prosciutto sandwiches were soggy to the point that they fell apart while eating them. For the price, I expected much better quality. Chips were missing from the order - had to request a refund. read more

This place won me over last year! So whenever I'm in town I stop by. This time I had a brisket sandwich and my husband had the cubano. I normally don't like too much meat, but this meat is so flavorful and tender. I tried my husbands Cubano and it was delicious. Very big as well. We got potato salad and mac and cheese and they didn't wow me this time around but I'm sure a lil salt would have helped the potato salad. read more

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Outstanding food - we ordered the Cubano & the Brisket. Both were amazing! The portions are large enough to share. Good atmosphere- enjoyed sitting outside in downtown Sonoma. Service was good ! read more

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Gourmet sandwiches! They bbq tri tip and have a delicious smoked turkey. A local told us about this place and the chef worked for Thomas Keller for years. Excellent flavors. It's a casual place inside the Sonoma cheese factory where you can buy drinks or snacks. Bench seating inside and outside. Great place for a picnic or quick meal. read more

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What a great spot for a fast, easy delicious meal! Went there with a 12 year old and we loved our food and all the fun food you could buy from the Sonoma Cheese Factory. I got the heirloom tomato salad and she had the pulled pork sandwich and we both ate every bite. We had an Arnold Palmer to drink which 12 yr old said was the best ever because it wasn't too much tea and not too sweet. I'd like to try more. Service was great and made sure we understood the sandwiches and made suggestions. We'll be back!!! read more

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The Brisket is really really good. The tri-tip was too muscly but had good taste. Had to throw half if it out due to being so tough. Id definitely go back but order something else. read more

The Butcherman - Tri-Tip Sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Sonoma, California

After visiting Sonomas Best and coming to the Cheese Factory/The Butcherman would have expected more cleanliness. The floors in back by The Butherman extremly slippery. Definitely a hazard just waiting for someone to get seriously injured with a slip and fall. Do better. The decor is also so bland,boring. Definitely not expected after seeing your other establishment. Bathrooms disgusting especially since they are outdoors. This will be our first and last visit for sure. Hopefully more pride and dedication will be made at this location Food ordered the slider combo so disappointing meat waa cold they had no tri tip and the brisket was too fatty, pork cold Bbq sauce tastes like warmes up store brought. Potato salad too runny, too much mayo Expected better. read more

4.5 STARS Brisket wet dreams. The Butcherman understood the assignment. He makes drool worthy BOMB brisket that wet dreams are made of. A weekend in wine country with two BBQ spots on my list...with plans on only visiting one. When the hyped choice in Napa fell short of expectations, why not get meat wasted again? The Butcherman was only a 4 minute drive from the hotel I was staying at...so no excuse not to. Launched in 2022, The Butcherman is from a TFL alum - "BBQ meets fine dining" as they call it. They're located inside the Sonoma Cheese Factory. Open for takeout, indoor dining, and outdoor dining. Dog-friendly. Fast-casual, order with the cashier, pay, get a number placard, and seat yourself. Online ordering doesn't work. TIP: Grab your drinks before ordering so you don't have to stand in line twice to pay. Didn't see a water dispenser for free tap water. M E N U BBQ, salads, sandwiches, and sides. Not everything is listed on the menu. For example, they had sausages available when I inquired. F O O D * Brisket Sandwich w/ b&b pickles, habanero pickled onions ($18) // 5+ Stars: https://tinyurl.com/3b5p5yjc The brisket was hella bomb - flavorful, peppery bark with rich fat cap, juicy meat, full of beefy flavor with a smoky piquancy from the seasoned oak. Nice flop and easily pulled apart with each bite. The meaty goodness was nestled between a fresh soft bun (untoasted) with the tangy pickled onions cutting through the richness. Didn't detect any heat in habanero pickled onions but not a big deal. The brisket held its own so the accompanying BBQ sauce (bold and tangy) wasn't needed. * 4 Piece Spare Ribs w/ one side ($25) // 4 Stars: https://tinyurl.com/mw9t5v2u Cookery and texture was on point, crisp smoky bark with moist meat. Effortlessly slid off the bone with tender cartilage. Personal preference is to have nekkid BBQ meat. The ribs come sauced so they were too salty to me. - Side: Potato Salad w/ hard boiled egg, scallion, relish mustard dressing // 3.5 Stars Delicious creamy tang but the potatoes were undercooked. * Sausage ($9) // 3 Stars Well-spiced with a nice smoky flavor but very dense and dry, possibly from pre-slicing? S E R V I C E Cordial. Visited before the lunch rush around 11:45 am on a Monday and it took about 15 minutes to receive our order. A M B I A N C E Old skool cheese shop with a no-frills dining areas. Good amount of indoor seating that you have to access through the shaded back patio (6-7 tables). Front patio (4 tables) had umbrellas but not shaded the way the sun was hitting. Flies are a given but there was so many in the back patio so wish they had fly repellants. P A R K I N G Easy free street parking. Overall, The Butcherman is a hidden gem in Sonoma serving an amazing brisket sandwich. If you're in wine country, don't sleep on this sleeper! read more

The Butcherman - BOMB Brisket Sandwich w/ b&b pickles, habanero pickled onions | $18 (Back: Sausage-$9) - Barbeque Near Me - Sonoma, California

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We stopped in for lunch. Finding the actual restaurant is a little confusing. It's located within the cheese place. I ordered a brisket sandwich and it was very good. Pricing is a definitely Sonoma style so a little strong for what you get. The brisket was cooked very well and was tender. The sauce was sweet yet tanging. I wish they had some better drink options via a fountain machine. A bottle of water here is not cheap. Service was counter service. You order and they give you a buzzer. Didn't care for that based on the $$. read more

The Butcherman - Brisket sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Sonoma, California

Our Uber driver told us about The Butcherman one night, so we promptly changed our plans for the next day and came to here instead. What a terrific suggestion. The Butcherman is on a different level than your typical sandwich spot. Located in the heart of Sonoma Plaza and nestled right behind the Sonoma Cheese Factory, The Butcherman slays the sandwich business. We had a Smoked Turkey which was House Smoked Turkey, Bacon, Gruyère, Mixed Greens, White Onion, Tomato, and Garlic Aioli. My better half, the little guy and I shared it because we had just eaten breakfast a couple hours earlier and with a bag of chips, it was enough for all of us. This is an order-at-the-counter type place and then stress out about finding a table. It can get really busy, but be patient. There are tables both inside and out and they turn over fairly quickly, because you know, most people inhale their sammies. We'll be back! read more

Delicious sandos tucked away at the back of a cheese shop. I wish I could buy just a slab of their house made bacon, it is INCREDIBLE - Incredible fresh bread , baguette was perfect crusty texture and chewy middle - Smoked turkey club -- get this!!!! The real winner is the bacon. Thick cut, slightly sweet, and not overwhelmed with salt. I could just eat the bread slathered with that garlicy mayo spread alone, yum - Tri tip chimichurri sandwich was pretty cilantro heavy so be aware if you're not into that. The meat was soft and juicy and had a nice crust on it - House made pickle is bread and butter style. Its not too sweet ($2) - Coleslaw had a fun take on it with the addition of dill. Its not overpowering but it does make it a more interesting experience ($8) Shuffleboard table to keep you entertained while you wait for your food. Both indoor and outdoor patio seating avaliable read more

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We were looking for a good lunch spot around Sonoma Plaza and I'm so glad we found this spot!!! It's tucked behind the Sonoma Cheese Factory and easy to miss. They have some indoor seating but it was a nice day so we headed outside. Great, friendly and prompt service too! Their meats are amazing. When I think of tri tip, it's usually bland and you have to slather it with sauce. Not here. Their tri tip is so flavorful and smoked to perfection. Don't skip out on the caramelized onions (not sure why the menu describes them as Serrano onion) in the tri tip sandwich either!! Waldorf salad is a good option too and you can add slices of meat on the side for some extra protein. Need to go back for their brisket now... read more

The Butcherman - Waldorf salad with some tri tip - Barbeque Near Me - Sonoma, California

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Lunch review. CUBANO Pulled Pork | Ham | Provolone | Pickles | Iceberg Lettuce Mustard Sauce BUTCHERMAN BURRITO Scrambled Eggs Hash Browns Chipotle Cheese Sauce | Avocado Choice Of: Pulled Pork, Brisket, Bacon Chef's Platter Meticulously crafted using time-honored smoking techniques, each cut boasts a harmonious blend of tenderness and smokiness. The platter includes Chef's choice of meats, pickled onion, and B&B pickles. Overall, good BBQ option. "I'm a fan." read more

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My wife and son and I stopped in for lunch to go while visiting Sonoma from Napa. Based on the yelp reviews I was pretty excited. Overall I would say it's solid bbq. The sliced tri tip was moist and obviously good quality well marbled beef but the wine marinade wasn't my favorite. But I guess it's in keeping with wine country . To me though it left it tasting a little sour. Good but just not to my taste. The ribs were also very good. Not a ton of smoke flavor but nice texture and good meaty ribs. The Mac and cheese was excellent. Very creamy. I'd try it again. The sandwiches look really great so I'll try that next time. read more

While browsing the cheese selection, the sandwiches caught hubs' attention. Don't know when we'd be back, so hubs wanted to give it a try. After reading the reviews, he decided on the Cubano. Sandwich arrived hot and stuffed with meat. It was a very juicy sandwich. The bread was crispy but got soggy with all the juice. Can't say I've had a Cubano before. It was a good sandwich - pickles were a good addition as it provided the acidity the sandwich needed. read more

The Butcherman - The Cubano - Barbeque Near Me - Sonoma, California

The chicken sando at the Farmers Market us absolutely bomb! BLT sando from the store rocks as well. Super thick cut bacon, cooked to perfection. The burnt edges were a tad dry, otherwise 5 stars read more

TRI TIP HEAVEN!! My group ordered 2 of the tri tip sandwiches and mushroom burger. We did not expect the tri tip to be as good as it was!! Bread was really fresh and tri tip super tender and perfect mediumish cook. The spreads added a perfect touch (we didnt really taste the cranberry in the cranberry chimichurri but it wasn't missed). Overall the sandwich was just really fresh, good portion, and not too heavy or greasy. I don't get tri tip sandwiches that often but this is probably the best I've ever had (others thought it was one of the better ones as well). From the person who had the mushroom burger, be aware that they use a scoop of small mushrooms (not a portobello and not a mushroom patty). They said it was good but more basic than the tri tip. I probably only come to Napa/sonoma every few years (coming from LA) but this tri tip sandwich will be a must every time from here on out. Side note: there's tables in the back where you pick up the food, but the front of the store is a cheese counter and small bakery counter. read more

We came here based on the reviews, and I'm sorry to say that it did not live up to our expectations. We had the brisket sandwich, which was pretty good, although it was not very hot... But none of the other food was either, much to our disappointment. The most disappointing was the tri-tip sandwich. It was like chewing on a piece of leather and it was so tough. Beans were OK but cool. Coleslaw was bland as bland can be which was very surprising. Overall, I'm sad to say I was really looking forward to this, but not a fan. read more

The Butcherman - The pit - Barbeque Near Me - Sonoma, California

We were in the area for a wine club event and decided to have some lunch before heading back home. A quick Yelp search lead us to The Butcherman. We found The Butcherman tucked away in the back of a store. There was simple seating inside and a small patio outside. As we stood at the counter looking at the menu, the lady working offered suggestions and she was spot on. We decided to order two sandwiches and share. The tri tip sandwich was amazing and had these wonderful spicy onions on them. The Cubano's flavor blew me away. I enjoyed it way more than I thought I would. We also shared a dish of some of the best mac and cheese I've ever had. Highly recommend a stop for lunch if you're in the area. read more

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The best sandwich I've ever had! Their bacon is absolutely sublime. 10/10 recommend going here. :) read more

This spot is located inside a cheese shop, the Sonoma Cheese Factory. The staff member at the counter was very helpful and recommended the tri-tip sandwich to me. I'm so glad I got it because it was incredibly flavorful and juicy. The chimmichurri and chipotle cheese paired very well with the meat. The bread was fresh too and soaked up all the delicious tri tip juices and sauces as well. I was worried about the size at first not being enough but that ended up not being a problem -- I was more than full by the end. As other comments have noted the sandwiches on the pricier side though. One downside is that there were flies everywhere both outside and then inside when I tried to move away from the flies outside. The place looked hygenic otherwise, but it was hard to eat as the flies kept trying to land on my food. Maybe next time I go, I'll order out and sit at the park nearby. read more

The Butcherman - Tri tip sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Sonoma, California