Restaurants
Michelin Star Restaurants & Award-Winning Eateries in Sonoma County
Adding to the area’s renowned reputation among foodies, several Sonoma Wine Country restaurants were included in the 2025 Michelin Guide and its Bib Gourmand category. The prestigious Michelin Stars are based on anonymous reviews of quality, personality, and consistency. The Bib Gourmand designation is for notable restaurants that serve two courses and a glass of…
Read MoreCelebrities’ Favorite Spots in Sonoma County
From Ben Affleck and Gwyneth Paltrow to Justin and Hailey Bieber, you may bump into a few celebrities at Sonoma County’s hotels, restaurants and wineries. Why? Well, while Los Angeles may be the place to go if you’d like to get a glimpse of a few celebrities, Wine Country also attracts its fair share of…
Read More19 Restaurants That Are Open Late in Sonoma County
Sonoma County has a growing number of restaurants that are staying open later. If you find yourself out after 9 p.m., here’s your guide on where to go. Belly Left Coast Kitchen: Big entrees for one and small plates for sharing from celebrity chef Gray Rollin, and one of the best tap selections in town. Open…
Read MoreThe Best Hidden Gem Restaurants in Every Sonoma County Town
When talking about the Sonoma County dining scene, there are the famous, fancy restaurants we brag about to out-of-town friends. Then there are the treasured little spots we like to keep secret: The diners, markets, and under-the-radar eateries that rarely get the accolades they deserve but are nonetheless in the hearts of the neighborhood regulars.…
Read MoreDiscovering Sonoma County as a Solo Traveler
Following your own compass can take you far: Solo travel can push you out of your comfort zone, allow you to find greater strength and courage, and ultimately manifest deeper fulfillment. In the words of avid traveler (and full-on genius) Albert Einstein: “The person who follows the crowd will usually go no further than the crowd.…
Read MoreA Visitor’s Guide to Experiencing Local Culture in Sonoma County
As much as we may love escaping to an idyllic destination, we can sometimes get so caught up in the whirlwind of exploring that we overlook the heart of a place – its people. Sonoma County is home to farmers, artists, chefs, makers and small business owners. On your next visit, slow down just a…
Read MoreBest Sonoma County Restaurants: 60 Top Picks from Local Chefs
We asked the chefs and restaurateurs behind top new restaurants in Sonoma County where they like to eat. Here’s what they said. Jennifer McMurry, Chef at Bloom Carneros, Sonoma Chef Jennifer McMurray of Bloom Carneros restaurant in Sonoma. FOR A BIRTHDAY The upscale Table Culture Provisions in Petaluma. I’m super excited about what chef/owner Stéphane Saint Louis is doing…
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