The food at Della Santina's is outstanding!! I just got back from Italy a few months ago and have been trying to find a great Italian restaurant here. Well I found it -Della Santina's here in Sonoma on the Plaza. The handmade mushroom ravioli was so good I can't wait to go back for more! The porkchop was tasty and tender done perfectly. Ok did I mention the Ravioli??? Yum! Really reminded me of Italy. The service was excellent and I highly recommend Della Santina's in Sonoma. So happy I found my new Italian restaurant. read more

The five stars is for the chocolate amaretto cake, which was beyond amazing - I meant to have "just a bite" of my partner's cake and ate half of it! The outdoor covered garden setting is beautiful and the staff are very warm and caring. My only quibble is the need for more vegetarian dishes. The minestrone isn't vegetarian, and the polenta and mushroom dish has a common allergen (mushrooms) and the veg salads aren't filling. I ended up with a burrata appetizer and bread, and while those were surely yummy I was hoping for healthier. read more

While I'm not Italian, I have eaten enough in San Francisco and Petaluma over the years to know this place is unfortunately overpriced and possibly targeting tourists. First, the positives: + ambience - cute backyard patio area with heat lamps, a little fountain + the service staff were attentive with water refills, replacing dropped utensils - when we had a larger party attend during the 2025 holidays + very close to the main square - the ravioli uses a blend of ground chicken and pork (iirc), versus a more typical blend of pork and beef that would have added more flavor. I had one with mushroom sauce which was rich. - gnocchi - my friend had it and it was overcooked. Like soggy soft pasta and mashed potatoes inside. fail - same for the cannelloni - overcooked and a soggy mess. Maybe this was a one-time incident where the chef got distracted and the pasta stayed boiling a bit longer? But for the price that mistake shouldn't happen. - finally, there was communication confusion between some orderers and servers. Some guests wanted smaller portions of the salad. If I were them I'd have asked if they served ala carte portions. Instead they asked if the salad could come in a smaller size. The servers either didn't understand the question due to a language barrier or idk what but they said yes. What happened next? Guests got the full salads which was too big for them and they were charged full price - so for that, at least the servers could say, no we don't have ala carte versions of this. Saying yes makes it seem like they're pushing product. I won't go again as I think there's better quality and value Italian food elsewhere that can still be near the square. If you're from way out of town and don't live in a major metro area with authentic Italian food then be forewarned read more

Loved the open-air outdoor garden seating area. Very cute and relaxing. Excellent, knowledgeable, efficient and friendly service. The food was very good, and I highly recommend any of the desserts. We tried several and enjoyed them all! read more

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Our second visit here. The food is generally good. However, on this visit the salmon was way overdone and we had to send it back. The waiter was accommodating but we had very clearly specified how we wanted the salmon done so it was somewhat frustrating. The mushroom ravioli was excellent with fresh mushrooms that were sautéed perfectly. Service was great on our first visit. On this visit the waiter served other tables who had come in after us before us and was not very attentive so overall can't give the place a high recommendation. Might try it again; not sure? read more

We come out to this area (from Northeast) annually last 25+ years, and always come by for a great meal at Della Santina's. This trip was no different, and we enjoyed Della's gnocchi perfection. You can choose from variety of sauces, and we've happily enjoyed them all. I also like their Caesar salad which is a light & citrusy relative to others elsewhere. Rob the owner is often there and is a wonderful host. read more

Della Santina's - Gnocchi bolognese & farther is Pomodoro! - Italian Near Me - Sonoma, California

I rarely leave negative reviews, but this one earned it. During our visit this week, someone in our group found a piece of metal in their pasta. When we flagged it, the response wasn't "I'm so sorry"--it was, "that's the metal holding the pasta together." Two waiters came by to double down on the explanation, as if we were attending a TED Talk on industrial pasta engineering, not dinner. Still no apology. Meanwhile, the owner was making his rounds... just not to our table. We eventually had to get up and find him ourselves. When we asked if he was the owner (which he very clearly was), he responded with a smirk, "No, we all work for Gavin Newsom." Not exactly the level of seriousness you want when there's literal metal in your food. We explained the situation, and his response: "I don't know what you want me to do. I already asked the server to take off the meal." For context, the meal had already been covered by our company--we weren't asking for anything free. We were looking for basic accountability and, at minimum, an apology. Instead, he walked away mid-sentence and told us, "you clearly just wanted free food." We were a table of eight professionals at a work event--not exactly the "scam a free pasta" demographic. Mistakes happen. Metal in pasta is... hopefully rare. But the real issue here was the complete lack of ownership, professionalism, and basic hospitality. Would not recommend--unless you're in the mood for a tasting menu featuring metal and a side of bad manners. read more

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Love love love Even let us bring the dog. Amazing service and food is wonderful. Will go back again and again. read more

The atmosphere of this northern Italian restaurant in the courtyard is especially lovely. The Service was sufficiently average. However, many in our group found their pasta to be overcooked and on the mushy side. That was true of the gnocchi, the cannelloni, and even my pappardelle was a bit soft. Though the ragu sauce on mine was quite tasty. But not a great showing, honestly for an Italian restaurant. read more

Della Santina's - Exterior sign marking the entrance. - Italian Near Me - Sonoma, California

Food fabulous, house wine love it!!! Must have to go!!!!!the garden patio is a warm place to enjoy your evening, all workers very friendly!!!! read more

My wife brought me here as a Valentine's Day surprise. This was our 1st time here. The restaurant is beautiful upon walking in. We are immediately seated at our reservation time. The food was delicious and the bottle of wine that we ordered was tasty. Our waiter was very attentive and a pleasure to meet. You can split the entrees if you ask, but they do charge a split plate fee. read more

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Lovely spot w flowers, vines and indoor & outdoor seating. Our waiter was experienced, as he took our order and clearly said they would space out the apps and entrées. So we ordered the salmon, medium rare, and mushroom ravioli... hoping they wouldn't come out simultaneously. We had one glass of wine to go w the apps and said we'd order a bottle for dinner. Suddenly the entrées were plunked down on the table before we'd even ordered our dinner wine or finished our apps. We said: "ok," and quickly picked a bottle. It was my salmon that made it clear why they brought out our entrées so fast... it was so well done that the kitchen figured they better serve it to somebody fast. It was dry and cooked through. Medium rare?? I brought it to the unhappy waiter's attention and he ordered me a new salmon. I give the food 2 stars because the risotto was fantastic. And yes, we tipped the waiter generously as this was obviously not his fault. read more

Stopped by during lunch, relatively quiet. Sat out in the back patio area. Service was good, just really slow. Food was about average. Had a recommendation for a glass of wine and it was not good - couldn't even finish it. We ordered a When asked for the bill they gave me back someone else's tab and bill to sign. Definitely room for improvement with staff. read more

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We stopped here when just arriving in Sonoma and were looking for a place to grab a bite to eat for lunch. We were seated immediately in the outdoor area - the weather was perfect. The outdoor patio is adorned with trellised grape vines, cafe patio tables and chairs, brimming flower boxes, and a brick patio. It was a delightful environment. The service was quite good, and before we ordered, the owner came by to point out the rabbit dish on the daily special menu that was his mom's speciality. We were looking for a light meal, but if I had more of an appetite, I absolutely would have given it a try. I love personal touches like this in a dining experience. We got to snack on a bread basket while we waited for our entrees. I also enjoyed a refreshing glass of Prosecco. My partner ordered the Italian panini, with proscuitto, salami, coppa, and pancetta. He reports that the sandwich was very good and thought they the combination of meats was interesting. I opted for one of the specials of the day - sliced pork with a tonnato sauce on a bed of greens. It was flavorful and satisfying and just the right amount of food for me. Overall, we had a lovely dining experience here and would return again. read more

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I loved the outside seating at this restaurant. We came on a beautiful sunny day and the patio has the perfect amount of shading. Our server Diego was very friendly and knowledgeable of the menu as it was our first time. I was impressed by the quality of the ingredients, you can tell that the food was made fresh, especially the in house made pastas. The owner of the restaurant was super friendly and seemed to be very involved with helping out. I love that because it added to the home feeling of the ambience. read more

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This place holds a special place in our hearts. Probably the first Napa restaurant I've been to. So 15 years later we're back. We started with the charcuterie and focaccia. So hard not to just fill up on the bread. It's so delicious. Very tasty meats on the charcuterie. It was special. I got the duck ragu parpadelle. Such rich flavor in the ragu. Unfortunately it's kind of one note and the truffle oil is a little offensive. Perfect pasta though. The winner at the table though was the lasagna. That is a plate licker. Perfect red sauce and so many yummy layers of pasta and cheese. It's a work of art. We finished with the tiramisu which was the perfect ending. Really pretty back area which is outside. It's covered but from the right angles is really unnoticeable. The owner regaled us with some stories and was great company. Such a neat guy. Hard to imagine a Napa trip without this place. read more

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Coming all the way from Santa Rosa, I wanted to try this restaurant out with my grandparents to find another Italian spot we could frequent. First showing up to the restaurant, I thought my grandparents would dislike that we were placed in the back patio due to them being sensitive to any cold weather or drafts but we were amazed that it was enclosed in a tent that was kept warm with heaters. While our arrival in was a bit bumpy with warped and hill-like bumps with a wheelchair, we were seated quickly and efficiently. The ambiance was wonderful and the service was very quick. However, I probably wouldn't return to this place for anything food related since it did not impress in anyway. To start with, we ordered some drinks including their lemonade because their menu actually says "Freshly made". We were sorely disappointed when the waiter served us a bright neon-like yellow drink that tasted very much like crystal light or country time lemonade. We felt bamboozled but had my grandmother drink it anyhow to get her liquid levels up. We started with the polenta and the salume plate. Both were pretty standard and nothing to write home about. For entrees, we ordered two lasagnas, one veal scallopine, and the pork chop. Unfortunately, everything was bland and in need of seasonings and salt which we already don't consume a lot of at home since my parents have cholesterol and sodium issues so that was a surprise for us that we didn't expect ourselves having an issue with. When it came specifically to the veal, it was the toughest veal I've ever encountered and had to use the regular knife they gave me to saw through the little slices I had. The Pork chop was bland and dry. We thought dinner could be saved by dessert but left even more disappointed. I think they have one of the most flavorless tiramisus I've ever tasted and their strawberry shortcake was also very unimpressive. Overall, I think this place has potential with the wonderful ambiance, but foodwise, I'd probably try to just season everything a little more. read more

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This restaurant is a bit of a hidden gem. I go here whenever I am in Sonoma. It's a beautiful outdoor restaurant. I love their pasta, some is made fresh on site. They also have an excellent wine list. The service is excellent and we were very happy with our service. It was a pleasure being there on a sunny fall afternoon. I had family in town and I wanted them to experience this place. We all had the spaghetti with a simple margarita sauce. So delicious. The salads were a big portion and delicious. We shared a tiramisu for dessert. Very happy to share this experience and to be a guest here again! read more

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We arrived in Sonoma from north Redwoods early evening just an hour from closing time. Not sure we would get a seating, not not only did we get a seating, but a personal welcome and long visit with owner Joe Santina. My wife is from same region of Italy as Mr. Santina and she said the lasagna was the best she's ever had (next to her Mom's). Tagliatelle with bolognese was hearty, simple, not overdone like too many are doing today, and it was outstanding. What a welcome abbondanza! Our server has a long history in the area as winery farmer, etc and he was so helpful in wine pairings and local information. We are grateful for the time Joe spent with us. He is a genuine inspiration that shines bright with all of the beautiful hospitality and recipes of a trattoria in Luca, Italy. Best Italian in Sonoma and Napa by far. read more

Della Santina's - Italian Near Me - Sonoma, California

This was the best italian food ive had in a LONG time. The service was incredible, the patio was SO CUTE and it made me feel like i was in italy. The wines were killer too, a really nice change from only drinking northern cali wines. You can taste every bit of love in their dishes. My husband and i made sure this was our last stop in sonoma so we would leave on a high note. Do not miss this resturaunt!!!! read more

Transport me to Italy! This is a charming restaurant with a patio where you feel like you are in Italy. The pasta was perfect! We shared three dishes between 4 of us. We loved their olive oil and balsamic for the house made bread. Yes, we will return. read more

NO DOGS. We all agreed it was good pasta. The menu is quite overwhelming. There are just so many drink options and the menus are in the table. The waitress was attentive but we waited a long time, over 20. The place was cute but the bathroom is a journey away - through their kitchen into a dirty single stall. read more

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Noisy music. Amazing Patio. Maybe some lower volume Italian music to complement the food? read more

We carefully checked out the reviews, menu and location before booking, dinner for four, one a vegetarian. The patio was warm and cozy on a cold January evening, quaint and lovely garden surroundings. Every plate was delivered beautifully presented and prepared and sizzling hot. Our expectations were high. Then reality. food was disappointing. My lasagna was tasteless to the point of "why bother eating it" so I didn't. My spouse's tortellini was edible but bland. My brother's clams were very good. My vegetarian sister-in-law's spaghetti was pedestrian average. Our waiter started out with traditional Italian tongue-in-cheek brusque bantering but he turned impatient with my 81 year old special needs sister-in-law to the point of rude. She was quietly puzzling over why he was behaving so unpleasant just towards her, my answer "a jerk." That's our unfortunate experience. read more

We went here for our Anniversary 2/21. The food was so good that I kept thinking about it for days so I am going back this Saturday the 21st exactly 1 month later and I am bringing friends! The gentleman that took our order was absolutely fantastic. I hope we have him again on Saturday. We also went next door to the wine bar and had a glass of wine. The entire experience was great! read more

I don't normally leave reviews, and I don't think I've ever left a bad review but THIS PLACE IS A SCAM! Do not go here. We had a very large party of 22 people. Nowhere in our communication with the staff did they tell us that we needed to pay $85 minimum per person. The amount is not a problem. The problem is if we had known that this was the case we would have ordered more to cover the charges, but no one said a WORD. When the bill showed up, there were two surprise charges (two tables) of $400+ each table to get us to the minimum. So we ordered $1,205 worth of food and drink and paid over $2,700. Like WTF IS HAPPENING! I've got receipts, check them. Also, food was mediocre but mostly bland. I don't know how this place has 3.9 stars. Go somewhere else. I would have given it 0 stars if I could. read more

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Nothing says "I just ran 13.1 miles" like carbing up! My friend and I went for the Enoteca wine tasting followed by an absolutely magical lunch. We sat outside on the veranda, and our server Luis suggested so many good dishes such as the minestrone soup, the cheesy tortellini, and delicious cake. The owner was even in the house that day and came up and said hello. I definitely recommend this for not only the food but also the vibe. read more

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Ordered rabbit and fish. Both were really good. The rabbit was cooked to perfection and the gravy on top of it was good too. Will definitely go again. read more

Della Santina's - Fish - Italian Near Me - Sonoma, California

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Food was bland, bread was hard . Service was slow we would not return to this restaurant. Sparkling water was also stale. Definitely not worth the price of food or drinks. read more

A lovely gem right off the Square in Sonoma. Three tired gals, after shopping and olive oil tasting, and a visit to an amazing gallery we went to this charming spot. Wonderful outside seating that has a covered section in case it rains and feels like Italy. The service was wonderful with happy staff, eager to fill our water. Bring our drinks and anything else our hearts desired. we had wonderful, white wine, delicious, soft, Italian bread, and for our entrées incredibly delicious pasta dishes. And afterwards we finished with absolutely spectacular strawberry shortcake with luscious cream on top! we were treated to a visit by the owner who himself is from Luca Italy. We commented on how the place reminded us of our own visit to Italy. He's been at this location for more than 30 years if you're in the square and feel like more than a soup and salad , go here for a lovely Italian meal. Ciao! read more

We went out to dinner last night at a marvelous restaurant, Della Santina's, where the gnocchi were light pillows of deliciousness swimming in a panna sauce that could make the angels sing!!! It smelled so luscious that we couldn't wait to start enjoying it so much so that we were nearly done before I snapped a pic!! If I hadn't been on a date I probably would have scooped up all the remaining sauce with the yummy bread they had brought to the table!!! By the way, we shared a Caesar salad and the gnocchi and it was perfect, no leftovers and it felt like just the right amount of food. We had planned on ordering an affogatto after dinner, but we were already pleasantly full so we decided to forego it... and then the waiter treated us to a panna cotta which was indeed a treat, and light enough to delight the palate without filling the stomach. It was the perfect note to end a perfect meal. The service was also excellent - attentive but not obtrusive. Perfection!!! I highly recommend this trattoria - great food, great service, great ambiance, what more could you ask for??!!! read more

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Great ambiance with a welcoming indoor courtyard. I had the duck ragu, which I give 6/10. I didn't care for the sauce as I thought the duck was too shredded, which made the texture strange. This dish could use more seasoning or be mixed with a pasta sauce for added flavor. read more

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Imagine being so excited to dine here for the first time especially after reading about the restaurant's almost 50-year history in Sonoma, only to be completely deflated upon arrival by their unwelcoming host (possibly also the manager) whose first words to us was, "We need your table by 6pm for another reservation." I had made an early 4:30pm reservation via OpenTable, and called the restaurant to let them know that our ETA was about 4:40pm that day. Barely anyone was even in the restaurant yet (as you can see in my photo of the empty patio dining area) so it's not like they were overwhelmed and busy. Regardless, my husband and I have never been treated so poorly by a restaurant host. How about a lesson in "Restaurant Hospitality 101?" Even a teenager working at fast food chain knows to greet their customers with a nice welcome! I just laughed it off and said, "We'll be quick." We literally were finished with our dinner by 5:45pm. We also overheard the same man yelling (and cussing) at one of the servers in the walkway between the entrance and the back patio. A couple of the other guests at another table looked at each other the same way my hubby and I did (in shock). Quite unprofessional. On to the positive notes: Luis, our server, was great! He was friendly, attentive and efficient, and made sure we were having a good experience. We already knew what we were going to order before we arrived too: * Spaghettini Al Pomodoro e Basilico (made with imported pasta and chunks of pear tomato, fresh basil & garlic) * Linguini Al Pesto (house-made spinach pasta with a light, yet flavorful pesto sauce) The house Ciabatta was nice and warm, and we really enjoyed having it with their own brand of olive oil and barrel-aged balsamic vinegar. My husband is full Italian and an excellent chef himself so we naturally have high expectations when it comes to dining out at an Italian restaurant. Although the food here was good, and the outdoor patio beautiful, the host/manager unfortunately left a lasting negative impression. read more

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I remember coming to this place back in 2018 and was blown away by its gnocchi. At that time, I was greeted by this sweet grand father that was very passionate about the food and welcomed us to his restaurant with open arms. I didn't see him when I went this time around. I really was looking forward to seeing him again. The gnocchi is exactly how I remembered it. They opened up the space in the back and decorated it nicely. I was really happy that I got to celebrate my anniversary here. The minestrone soup was also cooked to perfection. Perfect for fall/winter time. And of course, the tiramisu was amazing! Will definitely be making a stop here when I am in Napa again. read more

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THIS is the kind of dinner you want to eat after spending the day wine tasting. You won't find a more authentic Italian spot. The table starts off with fresh bread paired with olive oil and balsamic. We shared 3 pasta dishes - the pappardelle of the night, Ravioli con Funghi, and the Pesto Linguine. You can just taste the freshness of the homemade pasta and it makes all the difference. This also might be some of the best pesto I've ever had. The service was beyond friendly and the ambiance makes you feel like you've transported to Italy. Would highly recommend this spot if you're looking for amazing Italian food. read more

Della Santina's - Top left - Pappardelle of the night Right - Linguini Al Pesto Bottom left - Ravioli con Funghi - Italian Near Me - Sonoma, California

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The structure inside and outside of the restaurant was one of a kind, it's gorgeous! We ordered some appetizers - fresh tomatoes salad and buratta then they gave us prosciutto with fresh fruits as a complement since there were items we are looking for wasn't available! They were great - all 3 appetizers. I'd get it again. Our entree wasn't that good - I had Cannelloni $28.95 - it's a no for me. I don't recommend, it's a waste of money. My other friend had Lasagna- it was recommended by the waiter. I tried it too! It wasn't good either. My other friend has Rav Funghi - just okay. I think the only good thing there was the plain spaghetti with tomato sauce that my other friend had. The sangria was a mix of sprite and colored mix liquid, she didn't care for it, money wasted . It's a no! When venturing new places you'll never know what you will get. read more

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Best gnocchi I've had in my life. No exaggeration. Service was . Great wine selection. read more

First of all we were a party of 6. Had been dining at this restaurant for about 10 years. Made a reservation a few weeks before. Person at door when we arrived was extremely rude and condescending saying we canceled reservation and put us in a side room with little ambiance. Server was great and we were sorry he had to work with person at reception!!! Won't go back! read more

This restaurant is beautiful. It looks like a restaurant straight from Italy. We were greeted as soon as we walked in and taken to our table. We were served drinks immediately and then it took a bit to get our orders placed. They had delicious bread served with olive oil and balsamic. Everyone ordered salads and they were very good. I had the mixed salad and the rest of the table ordered Caesar salads. I ordered the fish special which was sea bass. It melted like butter in my mouth. Most of our group ordered pasta. Everyone loved their meals. The only issue we had was the check was pretty messed up. We were over charged for a few items and wine prices were incorrect. Our server was quick to fix the issues. We had a party of 6 and they had added gratuity which we were unaware. I'm sure it says it in the menu but it would have been nice to have our server remind us. I would definitely recommend this restaurant. read more

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Unassuming and authentic - loved how owner walked and talked with patrons, providing recommendations. Food and service the best we had all week! Planning to return for dinner, celebrations, and no reason at all. read more

Della Santina's - Italian Near Me - Sonoma, California