A gem in a tiny west Sonoma County town, Underwood never fails to satisfy. Featuring a diverse menu…read morethat features steak frites, a hamburger, salads, legitimate French Onion Soup - pizzeta's and Pad Thai - among other delights - the setting and the comfort of being in this beautiful spot never fails. On a lazy Saturday afternoon, I visited and was promptly seated and served. I enjoyed a romaine salad, my son enjoyed the mac & cheese - his favorite anywhere - and I had a burger with fries. The burger came with white cheddar cheese and bacon, with chipotle ketchup, regular ketchup, and aïoli on the side. I had a glass of Chardonnay, and the wine list is what you would expect from a Sonoma County restaurant. By the bottle or by the glass you are assured of a good selection. Nothing you order here will disappoint you. The dining room is a rustic space with a lot of wood appointments. There's a nice long classic bar. And there's an outdoor patio where you can eat and enjoy the beautiful weather. If you're anywhere near the place, you owe it to yourself to visit Underwood or a lovely lunch or dinner. Hang out with the locals, enjoy a down home relaxed meal.

The restaurant itself is a gem - a classic old bar/restaurant style with plenty of local charm, a…read morewarm and welcoming atmosphere, and a wonderfully diverse crowd. Worth noting though: it gets very noisy. The menu offers an interesting mix of Thai and French cuisine - not quite fusion, but rather two distinct menus side by side. Think of it as a safe bet for groups with different cravings. The portions are decent and the prices are in line with typical Bay Area standards - not a bargain, but not outrageous either. Unfortunately, what brought my rating down to three stars was the service. For a relatively simple meal - oysters to start and one entrée each - the pacing was surprisingly slow. We waited nearly 20 minutes for our plates to be cleared, another 10 for the dessert menu, and after an additional 15-minute wait we ended up canceling dessert altogether, as the evening had stretched to two hours and we had a long drive ahead. To be fair, the tables around us seemed to have a smoother experience, so perhaps we caught them on an off night. I'd like to give them another shot, but I'm leaving with mixed feelings that honestly reflect a three-star experience - great bones, but the service needs work.

The Redwood is an absolute gem. We have been coming here since the opening and never cease to…read moreappreciate how lucky we are to have such fine food and drink in our town. The friendly, knowledgeable and attentive staff only add to the appeal of this one-of-a-kind restaurant. It deserves to be known far and wide. The owners Ryan and Geneva are humble, attentive, and make you feel as if you are in their home. Whatever you do, don't forget to order the Crémeux for dessert!!!

My friend brought me here since we were in Sebastopol. Loved the quality of the food, service was…read moregreat. We loved that our tea cups were warmed up before we poured our tea. Love the decor and space. Definitely will be back to try other dishes.

Wonderful experience. Jordan was very helpful and offered a lot of insight on different wines.read more

This is Sonoma County's one and only self-serve wine bar. Such a fun, interactive idea that allows…read moreyou to sip and try at your own pace. The wine wall is divided into whites & reds from partnered Sonoma County wineries. Before getting started, you must get a Region card that tracks your spendings as the prices depend on the oz poured. Grab a few tasters or a glass of wine and sit outside on the comfy lounge couches or inside at a communal table. Great place for a quick stop before or after dinner as Acre Pizza is the only option for food available to order at Region.

Great wine, wonderful location, even better people. Their summer music series is amazing.read more

What a great experience! We took my sisters best friend here for her 21st birthday. We picked this…read moreplace because she specifically likes cider and had never been wine tasting, and they have both cider and wine. We started off with two ciders and they threw in a rosé, and then we ended with a Sauvignon Blanc and a Pinot noir. We also picked this place because they allow you to bring outside food for a minimal extra charge. We brought lunch and a birthday cake to celebrate. The staff was very inviting very and informative. We came on a Sunday which they also provide live music, which was a plus we didn't know about.

This place came recommended by wine friends, since we were in the area decided to stop by without a…read morereservation. Place was empty aside from one other party so they were able to accommodate the walk in. The tasting room itself is nicely decorated, clean, spacious, with a more private room in the back and several tables outside. Reason from giving this place a 5 stars is we felt this place was very transactional and not personable like many other wineries in the Sonoma area. Once the tasting flight is done they ask you to either join the club for the comp, buy two bottles, or pay the $35 tasting fee - no offer to revisit any wines or pour something extra they have in inventory. I was curious to try their Sonoma cost Syrah but they didn't have any bottles open. Wines themselves were fine - enjoyed the Pinot rose and Chardonnay (made in Chablis style so more minerality), but their Pinot noirs were quite different from the typical Sonoma coast ones I've had (e.g Williams seylem, Kosta browne, Rochiolli, Arista, etc). These were much darker and less aromatic, no tannins and fuller bodied with some spice notes but short finish. The gentleman pouring for us said these are good to pair with foods, which I could imagine is true. Their estate syrah is similar in style, so similar to their Pinot noir actually, a lighter bodies and ABV Syrah that doesn't have the depth and complexity as syrahs from Paso region that I personally enjoy. But anyways, these are personal preference - when I mentioned a specific tasting note, our host basically said I was wrong. I laughed it off and went along with it, but it didn't sit well.

My best friend took a wine class during the pandemic that featured Red Car's rose and she…read moreimmediately became a member. Since then I have enjoyed some incredible wine club release parties and experiences as her +1. The folks at Red Car are not only serious about making great Chardonnay, Rose, Pinot Noir, and Syrah but they also take pride in the relationships they build with their members. Yesterday was my third rose release party and it was so great to reconnect with familiar faces and their winemaker Tanner. They always support a local business that provides catering (tacos, BBQ, pizza), have a great live band, and other local artisans selling their products. I would recommend a stop at this tasting room and a visit to the Barlow (nearby) for a perfect day out.

Dustin was the best host we've ever had at any winery. 10/10 would recommend asking for him!read more

We had a very nice tasting here last week! The garden was beautiful to sit in, and we enjoyed our…read morewines and charcuterie board. We went with our 2 year-old, and it was very kid-friendly. Dustin, our server, was great and shared interesting information about the wines, as well as some pretty cool magic tricks!

This business does not care about it's customers and is so impossible to reach it's almost comical…read more I was a long-term customer of Fog Crest. In 2024 we received a shipment of wine where all the wine in the shipment was broken. In typical situations, wineries offer replacement of broken bottles, but Fog Crest was impossible to reach in spite of (literally) 50 phone calls and emails. Since I couldn't reach them, I canceled my subscription to their wine club. Flash forward a few months, they charge me another ~$500 on my credit card for wine, but never ship me any wine (in spite of the fact that I had already canceled online). Again, dozens of calls and emails, no answer and no response. Still trying. A few months after that, they charge me ANOTHER ~$500 on my credit card for wine, but don't ship that wine to me either. After probably 100 calls and emails, I finally talk to the wine club coordinator on the phone. She of course acknowledges my dozens of messages, and acknowledges my situation. She says she will replace the wine that was broken and figure out why they've been charging me for wine I haven't been receiving and make it right. But that she can't talk right now and she'd call me back with more information. That was a month ago. I've now called again dozens of times, and emailed. No response. Called and emailed the owner, no response. This is borderline criminal: $1,500 in charges for undelivered product, a non-existent customer service experience, and an online system so archaic that it doesn't process your cancelation and continues to charge you for product.

Zero Accountability and Terrible Customer Service - Avoid Fog Crest!…read more I'm absolutely appalled by my experience with Fog Crest Winery. We joined their wine club in 2023 and was charged $420 all of 2024/25 for wine that they NEVER shipped. When I called to inquire about where the wine was, I was met with complete silence--multiple calls and messages went unanswered. After finally getting a call back, the person said they only called me back because "she saw we had called a lot in one day." That was the first red flag. She promised to credit my account and look into another charge that had been applied. It's been SEVEN days since that conversation, and STILL no credit, no updates, and no resolution. I've followed up with multiple calls, messages, and emails... NOTHING. At this point, it's clear that they don't care about their customers. I highly recommend staying far away from Fog Crest if you value your time and money. Total waste of both

My first time to their location in Sebastopol. I typically go to the one in Healdsburg and enjoy…read morethat location quite a bit. I always come to listen to music- specifically jazz, which they feature quite a bit. The outdoor setting at this location is very nice. I could see it conducive for events or group reservations. I came with a friend to hear the music and there's plenty of seating. There's a huge redwood tree near the table which offers shade and there are also umbrellas in the sunnier locations. They were making pizza in their own pizza oven today- however for a 10 inch pizza I thought $22 was a little bit much. There are definitely a nice variety of Pinot's offered. However, I was in the mood for something chilled and I opted for their Rose of Pinot. I was pleased with the size of the pour but not sure I would order that variety again. I do appreciate that you can bring your own snacks there

All right, I'm a little obsessed with Furthermore Wines…read more Our group of 8 had an AMAZING experience here. Dave was our host, and he was so knowledgeable, so personable, and so fun. He took excellent care of us and truly spoiled our group at our tasting. We did a small tour on the grounds and learned a lot about their process and the pinot noir process in general. We all loved the wines so much that everyone bought at least 1 bottle, and two of us signed up for their wine club. In fact, we had such a good time, that our group came BACK to share a bottle of wine in between our reservations. Dave took care of us and we were happy to spend some more time with him. It is such a great place -- the wine is incredible, service is excellent, views are gorgeous, and you feel you are right where you belong. Cheers!

A hip and cool restaurant with a creative cocktail menu. The vibes are lush green magic. I really…read moreloved the staff and love in the space. The vibe was relaxed and fun. Everyone in my group stepped out of their comfort zone with cocktails. The nibbles were also tasty. Some got burgers, others got the rice or fried chicken. I got the cod dish. It was cooked very well. The skin was crispy and everything was seasoned well. I enjoyed the corn cake on the bottom. One thing not to skip is the side of fries. It comes with three dips and a nice sharing size for the table. The setting lovely and I'm really glad I checked this spot off my list.

Fern Bar is a swanky little spot tucked into a corner of The Barlow in Sebastopol. On Easter Sunday…read morefor lunch, it was not busy in the slightest! We were seated quickly inside and the server went through all the menu options really helping us pick what was good and she said everything is either made in house or sourced locally! I got the smashburger and it was delicious!! I would definitely get it again. The bun was REALLY good. so soft and somewhat airy. I'm a little weary about pickled onions, but the pickled shallots on the burger were absolutely fantastic on the burger it was a gentle more subtle onion flavor. YUM! Would eat again!

Where to even begin with the spot. When planning my mother's 60th birthday celebration (from…read moreIndiana), we searched for a place to host our group of 12+ including children. We stumbled upon the Dalya Estate in the town of Sebastopol. Not knowing much about the area, we took a chance and booked our stay and we are SO glad we did! From the stunning home to the absolutely breathtaking views of the surrounding vineyards, we couldn't have landed in a better spot. While we ventured off site for a dinner and wine tastings, we truly never needed to leave the house. The pool was the perfect way to spend the warm Sonoma days and the house allowed us to put the kids to bed while still enjoying each others company in other areas of the home. When we did venture out, we were pleasantly surprised by the access we had to vineyards nearby and the short drive to surrounding towns - St. Helena, Yontville, etc. If you have a large group and are looking for a perfect Napa getaway, look no further than the Dalya Estate...truly felt like a Tuscan getaway and we cannot wait to return!