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    The Spinster Sisters

    4.1 (1.2k reviews)
    Closed 9:30 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    THE SPINSTER SISTERS ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Feb 2026
    Julia T.

    A cute farm to table place in Santa Rosa. Had to wait about 30-40 min for a group on a Saturday night so would recommend a reservation especially for larger groups. They have a frequently changing menu, with limited vegetarian or pescatarian options. We ended up getting the scallops, which I think were too salty, but otherwise had interesting textures. Focaccia was warm, crisp on the outside, and quite flavorful and nicely chewy and fluffy on the inside, so I'd recommend that. Service was good at refilling water but in general was quite slow with bringing out food and the check. Cute space, it is relatively loud inside, but we did not feel rushed throughout the meal. I'd say definitely on the pricey side, especially for small portions. I wouldn't return if I were in the area but maybe with a different menu we'd have a better experience.

    Burrata
    Christina D.

    I came here for Valentine's Day dinner and was worried this restaurant was all hype but was glad to report it was amazing! The staff was very attentive even though they were extremely busy. We started with the burrata and house made focaccia, both tasted so fresh melted in your mouth. For entrees we got the lamb shoulder with polenta and the butternut squash gnocchi pasta dish. WOW. The lamb was so delicious and the pasta complimented it perfectly. As you can tell by the pictures it was so good we couldn't wait to way it. Definitely coming back next time we are in town.

    Steak
    Gabrielle L.

    Loved this restaurant! The backstory is fun, the vibe is warm, the bathrooms are wallpapered in old sewing patterns, and the food surpassed my expectations. My group shared the burrata, pear salad, steak and the cod. Sharing makes it hard to take pics but they all looked and tasted excellent! The bread pudding dessert also hit the spot. Definitely would go back!

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    Joy L.

    Excellent meal, all three of us happy with our entrees. Nice and competent waitress. Great location because it's in downtown Santa Rosa, but on a hidden side street with very little car traffic and noise of a Main Street.

    butternut squash gnocchi
    Emeline T.

    We made a dinner reservation for 6:30pm on a Friday. It's a small place and seemed pretty full when we arrived, so I'd definitely recommend reserving online beforehand. The interior is cozy and cute, nice and warm compared to the chill outdoors. We were greeted upon entry and service continued to be friendly and attentive throughout the meal. My boyfriend ordered the Scottish steelhead and I ordered the butternut squash gnocchi. We also ordered the focaccia to start, which was very tasty! The gnocchi had a pretty mild flavor and I wouldn't have minded a little bit of salt, but overall it was pretty good. I enjoyed the pieces of squash and the hazelnuts. The steelhead was tasty as well, though my boyfriend noted the portion was a bit smaller than expected. Overall this was a nice dining experience and a cute date night spot. The food also came out quite quickly which was a plus.

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    Catherine P.

    Reservations are recommended, though it can take some walk-ins. I chose to sit at their counter, which is a large horseshoe at the center of the restaurant. They have expanded to a nice outdoor garden area, as well. I miss the breakfast service, though now that they are dinner only, I'm going to come by more often. Love the Sunday dinners. I started with 2 oysters on the half shell, which were light & delicate. Next I had the kake & mushroom puff pastry. For the entree I chose the 1/2 chicken over farro. All was prepared beautifully.

    Oysters and bubbly
    Heather G.

    Spinster Sisters did not disappoint! We had a cozy corner table by the window on a quiet evening with only three tables occupied. The staff acknowledged our anniversary reservation, which was a nice touch. Drinks * Bizarro Aperitif (Aperol-style bitter on the rocks) - $12 * Amista Blanc de Blanc Chardonnay - $16 * Italian Red - $16 * County Line Pinot Noir - $16 Appetizers Local oysters ($4 each) - Perfect small bites, clean ocean taste, served on ice with mignonette. Beautiful scalloped shells from Washington. Small Plates * Smoked Trout ($18) - Generous portion served on beets with endive. Delicious, though needed a pinch of salt. * Spicy Heirloom Tomato Soup ($15) - Excellent kick, fresh sweet tomatoes with focaccia croutons. Perfect portion. Entrees * Chicken and Figs ($35) - Mary's roasted chicken with creamy polenta, figs and Swiss chard. Good chicken, though the polenta was heavy with cream. * Local Black Cod ($40) - Outstanding. One of my top 5 dishes ever. Served with chicories, Jerusalem artichoke, and green olive tapenade. The combination of bitter greens, salty umami tapenade, and perfectly pan-fried sweet cod was unforgettable. Dessert Bittersweet Chocolate Torte - Rich chocolate with vanilla mousseline and wafer biscuit. Excellent, though would have benefited from a finishing salt like Maldon. Service Notes Service was prompt but rushed. Courses arrived immediately after clearing the previous one with no breathing room. The server brought the anniversary dessert with a candle while I was in the restroom. Water wasn't consistently refilled. The server was kind but seemed shy and eager to close up for the evening. Value Total: $191.40 before tip. I suppose the pricing feels on par for Santa Rosa in 2025, but wow. Definitely the most we have ever paid for an anniversary meal. Overall A memorable anniversary meal with exceptional food, particularly the black cod. The rushed service detracted from an otherwise excellent experience, but gave us something to talk about!

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    Kevin G.

    Great service, ambiance and food. I would classify the food as comfort food - hearty and good portions. Many of the dishes looked amazing and tasted good. The food is solid and the presentation great.

    Pork Chop with polenta
    Maggie B.

    Really delicious gourmet food. Everything was so fresh and made with care. We loved the buratta, fries, flat iron steak and pork chop. Everything was tender and seasoned perfectly. Great place for dinner!

    I love the large windows looking on to A Street. (Not my car, but wish it was).
    Steven H.

    It has been a while since we have been to Spinster Sisters but very much reminded of why we like this place so much. The food is top notch and very flavorful and uses the current fresh harvests that are available. If you want to go plant based that is very easy to do as well. Service was always excellent and continues to be. I personally love sitting at the bar for dinner as you get to see everything that is going on, but the outside is lovely as is the regular inside seating. If you have not been, go try it out. You won't be disappointed.

    Jessie H.

    We really enjoyed our visit last night! The food was a 4.5/5 and so was the service. I loved everything we ordered, the food was super flavorful. What a special, chill, romantic lil restaurant. I thought it was a bit dead in there but thats just this time of year. The ambiance was the low & the food was the high. A must try for Santa Rosa dining. Highly recommend and I would return to try something different. The Sunday night supper option is cute.

    Kennebec fries
    Arthi K.

    The beans+greens was delicious! Lemony and fresh! I recommend as a good vegetarian dish. However, this seems to be the only vegetarian main; the others are sides and salads. So be aware of this when you go. *carnivore hubby interlude* Ricotta Cavatelli - comfort food at its best: great pasta, flavorful sauce, tender fall-apart lamb, what more can one ask for? Order Summary: Drink - Russian river brewing "happy hops" ipa Food - Crispy kennebec fries, Ricotta cavatelli, Beans + greens Total pre-tip - $71

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    One of our favorite places for date night and to take guests. Charming ambience, great service, excellent food.

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    Ask the Community - The Spinster Sisters

    Is the noise level still outrageous or have they done anything there to fix the acoustics?

    it was moderately busy when we arrived, but not crazy loud. the noise level did taper down to a much more palatable ambience when the place was half-empty, it was easier to relax. too bad these modern joints don't bother with noise abatement… Read more

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