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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The culinary choices are diverse and delightful in riverside Petaluma, in southern Sonoma County. Whatever you crave - from burgers, barbecue, and pizzas to fresh seafood, handmade pastas, and farm-to...
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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A cocktail driven farm to table restaurant serving the community of Petaluma. Open Tues - Sat: 5-10 pm; Sun 4-9 pm
The Petaluma Coffee and Tea Company has been providing high quality Arabica coffee beans, premium teas, and coffee and tea accessories for retail and wholesale customers since 1989. All of our coffee…
Yep! That's your view! Our spacious and bright studio must be somewhat romantic as we have had many happy honeymooners and newlyweds stay with us. Whether you are looking to go wine tasting, cheese…
French inspired cuisine but with plenty of side tips to Morocco, Spain, Mexico, Italy and California. Quiche all day everyday. Duck confit quite often. Divine soups. Plenty of salad choices. Plus…
The Petaluma East-Side Farmers’ Market is excited to offer local agricultural products including farm fresh vegetables, fruit, eggs, meats, locally made gourmet foods, coffee and espresso, fresh baked…
Sugo Trattoria / Enoteca is a casual restaurant that marries the traditions of the old world with the food culture of Sonoma County. Taking inspiration from the artfully hand crafted pastas, sauces…
Della Fattoria is an artisan bread bakery and european style cafe in Petaluma, California. Also, find our breads at fine markets and restaurants around the Bay Area. Open daily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
A small eclectic self-serve style Boutique Hotel with French charm in a 140 year-old building restored in 2010. Located near historic downtown Petaluma
Find everything you need to thrive at the award-winning Sheraton Sonoma Wine Country. Located moments from Graton Casino and Sonoma State University, our hotel is within driving distance of hundreds…
Kabuki Japanese offers delicious dining and takeout to Petaluma. Kabuki Japanese is a cornerstone in the Petaluma community and has been recognized for its outstanding Japanese cuisine, excellent…