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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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Pete's Henny Penny Photo
4995 Petaluma Blvd. N., Petaluma, CA 94952

We're a classic Petaluma landmark, serving up delicious, down-home comfort food! Our diner is open 7 days a week and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert. We also offer beer and wine. We want…

Store Photo
122 American Alley, Petaluma, CA 94952

Jewelry and Carryalls, Handcrafted in house. + A selection of other fine goods.

Honey Badger Coffee Photo
101 Golf Course Drive, Suite A3 Rohnert Park, CA 94928

Serving up handmade organic coffee drinks handmade by amazing Baristas! We feature artisan pastries and some breakfast treats for those with more of an appetite in the morning. Check out the local…

Lunchette Photo
25 Fourth St., Petaluma, CA 94952

Carryout plant-based lunches made with seasonal, organic, local ingredients. We have a selection of grab-and-go salads and pizza al taglio with seasonal toppings, by the slice or sheet. We use local…

Tasting Flight Photo
133 Copeland St Suite B, Petaluma, CA 94952

At Hoocha, we combine the ancient craft of making kombucha with European fermentation techniques. The result is a hard kombucha that is delicious and has the same benefits as raw kombucha.

Roe and Company Furniture Photo
110 Kentucky St., Petaluma, CA 94952

Visit Roe and Company for a truly unique experience. Our experienced craftsmen make gorgeous furniture by hand. Only the highest quality materials go into our pieces. A visit to our showroom at 113…