Where to Eat in Sonoma County
Californian — Farm-to-Table — the best restaurants, must-try dishes, and practical dining tips for your wine trip to Sonoma County.
Local Cuisine
The culinary tradition of Sonoma County is rooted in Californian — Farm-to-Table cooking. Local restaurants pair regional dishes with wines from the surrounding vineyards, making dining an integral part of the wine country experience.
Must-Try Dishes
Restaurant Recommendations
Fine Dining
The Girl & The Fig
Iconic Sonoma Plaza restaurant known for Rhône-style wines and fig-themed French-California cuisine
Bistro
Zazu Kitchen + Farm
Duskie Estes' farm-to-table restaurant with house-cured salumi and SHED cocktails
Winery Restaurant
The Farmhouse at Ferrari-Carano
Casual dining amid Ferrari-Carano's gardens in Dry Creek Valley
Casual
Barndiva
Arts district restaurant in Healdsburg with seasonal menu and craft cocktails
Dining Etiquette & Tips
Tipping
18–20% standard. 20%+ for fine dining.
Meal Times
Lunch: 11:30–14:00 · Dinner: 17:30–21:00
Reservations
Healdsburg restaurants book up on weekends. Reserve 1–2 weeks ahead for popular spots.
Vegetarian Options
Excellent
Tours & Experiences in Sonoma County
Book wine tours directly with Viator or GetYourGuide
Sonoma County Wine Tasting Tours
Guided tastings at top wineries in Sonoma County with an expert sommelier.
Sonoma County Food & Wine Experiences
Pair local cuisine with regional wines on a food and wine tour of Sonoma County.
Sonoma County Winery Day Trips
Small-group day trips to the most celebrated estates and vineyards in Sonoma County.
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