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Union Hotel Restaurant

4.3 (714 reviews)
ModerateItalian
Closed 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM
Updated 2 months ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Dogs allowed

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Lisa W.

I've not been to this iconic restaurant in 20 years and I'm happy to report it is still just as good. It's old school Italian not high end gourmet yet boy is the food great! The delicious bread sticks are served upon arrival (and refilled as needed). I had the minestrone and devoured every drop of this flavorful soup. My garden salad was fresh, tasty and quite ample. I loved the vinegarette dressing. My friends had the meat balls and wow, they were big. I wouldn't recommend coming here for a romantic date as it's extremely loud, but it was perfect for us four ladies on this very rainy night and we enjoyed seeing all the families having dinner together. As busy as it was, the servers tried to stay on top of everything rather well.

Ted R.

The Union Hotel Restaurant has been here for almost 150 years. A fun place to have our annual holiday luncheon with family friends. It's a tradition. The breadsticks, bruschetta, and crostini with garlic & brie, and minestrone soup are consistent winners that always get our meal off to a great start. The two of us who ordered spaghetti and meatballs this year were disappointed that the dish was served lukewarm and had lost some of its specialness. The ravioli was still on point though. I didn't taste the pizza this year, but it's always been pretty good. Love the authentic old-time decor, holiday decorations and the unique history of the restaurant, which seems to have survived a change of ownership this year. This is good for us and for the longtime waitstaff, who are kind and do a great job. Long live the Union Hotel Restaurant!

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krislyn P.

My family has been going to the union hotel for decades. 4 generations have now continued the tradition of celebrating together in this beautiful, charming place. The food is spectacular, the service is wonderful and they make everyone feel like family. If you are looking for that "old school" Italian vibe this is a must. We have celebrated holidays, birthdays and good old family time here. Thank you union hotel for everything.

John G.

Once we had heard that tbis place was being sold we knew we needed to get the family there one last time. My wife and I have been going to the Union for over 50 years. We've celebrated births, christenings, birthdays and celebrations of life here through the decades. This place is a Sonoma County institution. To us it's more than just a restaurant it was like stepping into your family's kitchen during the holidays. Someplace you were always welcomed and made to feel special. We have always been treated like family here and never left here hungry. Talked to Barbara and she says they'll still be here a while so go and grab dinner here while they're still here. Needed to bring the family here one last time. So worth it. Hopefully get me and the wife back there at least one more time.

The beautiful, beautiful charcuterie board.
Oria G.

We have been going there for 16yrs. The service is outstanding. So friendly and welcoming. We got the charcuterie.(it's definitely plenty for 3-4 people) and we also ordered the Garlic Gold Pizza!! It was sooooooo soooo amazingly delicious we are going back so. Worth the drive to Occidental. Go around 5-6 so you have time to catch the sunset in Bodega Bay.

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Andrea M.

My family has been coming to the Union Hotel and Saloon for years for special occasions. So on my recent trip back to California, my mom and I made the trip to visit them again. While some options for the menu have changed in our post-covid world, one thing that hasn't changed is the flavors. We ordered the spinach salad, the tortellini with creamy pesto, and a margherita pizza. The owner also brought out a complimentary bruschetta. Everything was well seasoned and tasted amazing. Barbara was so kind and spent time getting to know us and why we were visiting. She was so hospitable and made sure that everything was delicious and we were happy with our choices. Next time I visit we will make sure to take the two hour drive to eat here again.

Margarita 12 inch pizza plenty for at least 3 people

A Timeless Gem in Occidental - Union Hotel Restaurant If you're in Occidental and craving truly delicious Italian food, Union Hotel Restaurant is a must-visit. Family owned and operated for over 100 continuous years, this historic spot offers not only exceptional food but a rich sense of place and legacy. According to California.com, it's the third oldest continuously operating restaurant in the state, and once you visit, you'll understand why it's stood the test of time. The menu is seasonal and thoughtfully curated, featuring artisan pizzas, fresh salads (served family-style), and classic Italian appetizers. We started with the bruschetta, which was absolutely scrumptious-bursting with fresh tomatoes and just the right touch of garlic and herbs. The artisan pizzas were the real star of the show-perfectly crisp crust, flavorful toppings, and clearly made with care. The outdoor patio is a highlight, shaded by a wooden pergola woven with mature wisteria, adding to the charm and relaxed ambiance. It's the kind of place where you'll want to linger. A nice local touch: the Union Rose, Occidental's official rose and one of the oldest in the region, is lovingly featured here. Warm, welcoming, and full of character, Union Hotel Restaurant is more than just a meal-it's a piece of California history served with style and heart. Open: Friday 4pm to 8pm and Saturday & Sunday Noon to 8 pm

Beautiful dog painting.
Gandalf W.

This is a beautiful historic hotel. The restaurant serves some amazing delicious food, and the saloon has some delicious ciders There was some beautiful old paintings of dogs on the wall in the saloon that was quite lovely . The family and I look forward to another trip to Occidental to have another fine meal and some great ciders. Give this place a try you will be glad you did. Bon appétit

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If you like old time, Italian food, this place is the bomb. The service was amazing. Really enjoyed the ambience.

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We didn't eat at here, because the menu has been diminished down to basically just pizza. The old menu online is outdated.

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Very limited menu of salad and pizzas. Where did all the great Italian food go? Good bruschetta.

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Comfy, family style Italian restaurant. Good salads and pizzas. I've attended several functions that went well. Service is good.

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Do they have indoor dining again?

Yes on Friday and Saturday limited hours, call first as they are prone to doing what they want/need to do on the spot.

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Hazel

Hazel

4.6(445 reviews)
0.1 mi
$$$

We ate here for dinner while in the area after we went on a tour at the Wild Cat Education and…read moreConservation Fund. We didn't have a reservation so we ate at the bar. This place is very popular so I would recommend making reservations in advance, especially if you are going on the weekend. It has a warm and inviting ambiance and the staff are really friendly. The food was delicious. I had the Little Gem salad and a slice of my husband's pizza. Both were delicious. They have a lot of options appetizers, pizzas, and main dishes. They have options for their pizzas like a gluten free crust and vegan cheese. I also love that this is a family owned restaurant since I much prefer these types of restaurants over corporately owned ones. Highly recommend!

My husband and I absolutely love Hazel's! It's a cozy, family-owned restaurant with delicious food…read moreand warm service. The prices are very reasonable for the quality, with entrées typically ranging from $30-$50. We always start with the Brussels sprouts--they're our must-have favorite. This time, I ordered the halibut while my husband chose the ribeye, and both dishes were outstanding. The halibut was perfectly seasoned, and the fresh tomatoes that came with it burst with flavor in every bite. I usually go for the half chicken (which is also fantastic), but I'm so glad I tried the halibut this time. One detail I really appreciated was the owner coming by to check in--it made the experience feel even more personal. Reservations are highly recommended. We were seated right away when we arrived about 5 minutes before our 6pm reservation time. Hazel's has a smaller menu that's part of the charm--every option feels carefully crafted, so you don't get decision fatigue. Hazel's sundae was also a great dessert treat after a delicious meal. We wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a wonderful dining experience.

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Hazel - Richard enjoying outdoors dinner at Hazel

Richard enjoying outdoors dinner at Hazel

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Farro risotto

Ginochio's Kitchen - Piggy pulled pork sandwich on toasted brioch & coleslaw on side!

Ginochio's Kitchen

4.3(477 reviews)
7.5 mi
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You MUST try their amazing BBQ options!! Pulled pork perfection, brisket and ribs are all no joke!…read moreThese folks know what they're doing and they do it with love and bomb BBQ sauce! Clam and scallop chowder in a bead bowl makes for a great day at Bodega Bay. Owner Alicia is a local gem of a human and takes pride serving up family recipes to indulge in. More locals should patronize as they truly depend on tourists but when is midweek and not a slamming weekend, come support this awesome delicious casual dining with your dog on the chill patios. Great place great people. During restaurant week they topped over 100 crab sandos to very happy folks! With no shortage of clam chowder around, the offerings at Ginochio's stand out and truly deserve more than 5 stars!!!! You're welcome in advance! This place effin rocks my palate and will impress yours. All meats can be sold by the pound as well so bring some home or to your hotel, everything packs well for a picnic at the beach or a late night when everything is closed!! Sorry no photos this time- we ate too fast ;)

Well, I must say, Ginocchio's kitchen has a great great location!…read moreMy wife and I went in on a Saturday afternoon about an hour before closing. We were greeted right away and we placed our order. My wife ordered the crab sandwich which was quite expensive at $28 and I ordered the fish tacos. We initially went for the clam chowder, but decided to order something different. The crab sandwich was very good, but could've been better if the bread wasn't toasted so much on the outside. The fish tacos were a bit dry but had plenty of fish. I'm always in search for fish tacos as good as the ones at Zazzle's in Petaluma! Unfortunately, they closed a while back and I haven't found fish tacos as good since! I think we will come back and try the breakfast next time.

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Ginochio's Kitchen - Ginochio's Kitchen on April 13, 2024

Ginochio's Kitchen on April 13, 2024

Ginochio's Kitchen - Monkey bread with bacon

Monkey bread with bacon

Ginochio's Kitchen - Cider at Ginochio's Kitchen on April 13, 2024

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Cider at Ginochio's Kitchen on April 13, 2024

Canneti Roadhouse Italiana

Canneti Roadhouse Italiana

4.1(400 reviews)
5.4 mi
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We highly recommend Canneti Roadhouse. Every dish we tried was super fresh, super well prepared,…read more and extremely delicious. We sampled multiple menu offerings, and were impressed by and enjoyed all of them. The staff and service were excellent. Warm, welcoming, friendly, and competent. Chef Francesco and Chef Ryan obviously know what they are doing, and they do it extremely well. If you want a great meal and a great experience, this is the place.

The 4 of us arrived at 6:20 on Saturday night. There were 4 guest at another table and perhaps that…read morewas a sign of things to come. Our waiter was quick to serve water and great us with menus. We ordered 2 romaine salads shared by 3 of us. 2 Cioppino's and 2 black Linguini's along with an order of Focaccia. I didn't have the salad, but my wife said it was fantastic. On the other hand her black linguini was not good. Presentation was on parchment paper with noddles and a pile of mussels and 2 clams. According to her it tasted the way it looked...boring and a bit bitter. My Cioppino's was wasn't much better though the fish sauce was pretty good, ever thing else was over cooked and again, only 2 clams. My bowel was only about three quarters full, and out guest bowl was almost over flowing. Worst part was that I only got 1 whole shrimp one shrimp head. On the plus side, the lemonade was actually fresh squeezed with just the correct amount of sugar...yeah. When we left there were only 4 more guest. All in all a very bad experience and expensive at $250.00 plus a generous tip of the wait staff. Hope they don't have to share it with the chef.

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Canneti Roadhouse Italiana - House made pasta with puttanesca sauce.

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House made pasta with puttanesca sauce.

Rocker’s Roadhouse

Rocker’s Roadhouse

4.0(508 reviews)
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Since we were staying upstairs at the Valley Ford Hotel, it was an easy decision to have dinner at…read moreRocker's Roadhouse. We're glad we did. We ordered the Coastal Tacos (rock cod) and Fried Chicken Sandwich. At first we were concerned that it might not be enough for us, but when the food came, we realized our worries were for naught. Both the tacos and the sandwich were quite large and also quite messy, but if a taco or fried chicken sandwich is not a little messy, it's probably not very good! The decor retains the flavor of the building's roots. I seem to recall reading that it was a stage coach stop (or railroad stop?) during an earlier life, which is completely believable since it was built in 1864. Rustic, but with some modern touches. We plan to stay at the Valley Ford Hotel again, and when we do, we'll wander down the stairs to Rocker's Roadhouse for dinner. I hope there's oyster Po' Boys on the menu by then!

When Rocker Oysterfeller moved from Valley Ford to Bodega Bay, the Valley Ford site became Rocker's…read moreRoadhouse featuring a Southern-centric menu. Somewhere along the line yelp reviews for Rocker Oysterfeller in Valley Ford became yelp reviews for Rocker's Roadhouse prompting this update. Ages ago I happily awarded 5-stars to Rocker Oysterfeller but when I came to Rocker's Roadhouse for lunch on a recent Monday afternoon things were decidedly not 5-star. The bar area that one enters first had no patrons despite a table of dirty dishes remaining. When we announced we'd like to stay for lunch we were asked to wait while a table in the dining room was cleared. That's exactly what was cleared: one table in the dining room. There were two other tables of customers in the dining room and now a single clean table. Every other customer-free table in that room was stacked with dirty dishes left by previous customers. This wasn't just unappetizing. It was disgusting and we opted not to stay for lunch. I'm hoping this was some sort of aberrant situation as opposed to standard operating procedure. C'mon Rocker's Roadhouse, get your act together.

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Rocker’s Roadhouse - Cozy bar

Cozy bar

Rocker’s Roadhouse - Clam chowder uses cream and comes with toast

Clam chowder uses cream and comes with toast

Rocker’s Roadhouse - Cajun pasta. Super comforting.  A must try.

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Cajun pasta. Super comforting. A must try.

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