The riverside town of Petaluma is now a foodie haven, with dining options that include a mix of ethnic cuisines and awarding-winning restaurants using the best locally grown and produced products. Known for its wines, Petaluma also boasts world-class beers and ales, award-winning olive oils, and artisan cheeses that are served in some of the finest restaurants nationwide. And Petaluma has a wide array of lodging choices, from brand names to charming inns.Â
Petaluma's well-preserved city center is filled with an engaging mix of boutiques, antiques shops, and specialty stores, many in historic buildings.
The town boasts a thriving arts community, with more than a dozen downtown art galleries, exhibiting handcrafted jewelry, paintings, and sculpture by contemporary artists of local and international renown.
Picturesque Petaluma has captured the attention of numerous filmmakers, serving as a location for many major films — American Graffiti (1973), Cujo (1983), Peggy Sue Got Married (1986), Basic Instinct (1992), Scream (1996), Pleasantville (1998), Cheaper by the Dozen (2003), and many more.Â
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Once known as the "Egg Basket of the World," Petaluma — the southernmost city in Sonoma County — has stayed true to its agricultural roots while evolving into a foodie haven, with dining options that...
Once known as the egg basket of the world for its poultry industry, today the riverside town of Petaluma is a charming historic gem with an eclectic mix of shops and galleries, a foodie haven, and a...
About a 45-minute drive from San Francisco, Petaluma gives visitors their first taste of Sonoma County: Rolling dairy land, artisan foods and craft brews, and historic architecture and landmarks. But...
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The Flores Family's traditional Mexican dishes and flavors are sourced from our ancestors' recipes that originated in Guadalajara, Jalisco. They are not only the inspiration, they are the passion. We…
Old fashioned candy store with toys, games and delicious ice cream.
We are proudly located at The Block - a food park and beer garden nestled in the heart of downtown Petaluma that provides a weekly rotation of different cuisines - ranging from wood-fired pizza to…
Bay-ti is a home décor store located in Petaluma, CA downtown shopping district, offering an array of home decor pieces ranging from hand-made, one-of-a-kind Moroccan artifacts, rugs and large…
Don Pancho's has been serving real Mexican food since 2000. Come experience all the flavors Mexico has to offer today, from fajitas and burritos to tortas and seafood. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 9…
Cozy, casual, family style eatery with familiar Chinese & Chinese-American dishes, plus beer & wine.
Edward Pizzuti, a veteran of the Vietnam war era was born in the Molise region of Italy, spent his young years in Tuscany and migrated to the U.S. in 1958 with his family. Josephine Pizzuti, (Josie)…
Located within Sheraton Sonoma Wine Country, Tolay Restaurant welcomes you with sophisticated cuisine and a commitment to fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Our restaurant features indoor and outdoor…
Angela’s Ice Cream was born in this beloved parlor located in the heart of downtown Petaluma. We work diligently to keep our artisanal, super-premium, small-batch ice cream offerings delicious. With…
Rosewood Events is an elegant, private wedding venue located in Petaluma, California. This private estate is surrounded by 600 acres of breathtaking views and the natural beauty of flower gardens,…