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Petaluma

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. 

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. 

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Acre Coffee - The Roastery Photo
1080 Petaluma Blvd. N., Petaluma, CA 94952

We strive to craft the best pizza in Sonoma County. Using the highest quality ingredients and sourcing locally as much as possible. California grown vine-ripe tomatoes Fresh Mozzarella from Double 8…

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155 Petaluma Blvd. North, Petaluma, CA 94952

Black Knight Vineyards is a family run vineyard and winery specializing in small lot estate sparkling, chardonnay, and pinot noir.  The Vineyards at Black Knight are scattered the top of Taylor…

Bruschetta Photo
5 Petaluma Blvd. S., Suite B Petaluma, CA 94952

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…

Ethical Clothing Petaluma Photo
122 Kentucky St., Petaluma, CA 94952

Locally owned and operated by two girls that love fashion, great finds, and feeling good about what we wear. Locally designed and mindfully manufactured clothing available from xs to xl. We are proud…