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    Dierk's Parkside Cafe

    4.2 (1.1k reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 1:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Karl S.

    Picked this spot for breakfast based on Yelp reviews. We were picking up a relative at the Santa Rosa airport. Reviews were right. Cute little spot with excellent food and friendly service. We shared a cinnamon fry bread pull apart, a breakfast burrito off the menu and a breakfast burrito daily special. Food tasty. Staff pleasant and efficient. A good choice for a diner stop in Danta Rosa.

    Burbank pasta
    Jeff B.

    Favorite breakfast spot now has weekend dinners. Four of us went early last night. No problem getting a table. Don't worry about reservations. Small menu with great variety. Best staff in the kitchen. I want to try everything on the menu. All of us were very happy with the food and the service

    Chicken, fried steak and eggs
    Matt R.

    I was in town for a few days and I hadn't been here in years so I suggested it to my friend and we went for breakfast on Black Friday. The food was very good, although they put the gravy on top of my eggs instead of on top of my chicken fried steak, which confuses me. Our waitress was pretty scattered and forgot several things. Minus one star.

    Homemade pancake
    chris m.

    Well in Santa Rosa I decided to try another breakfast spot. Glad I did. This place has the classic café look and parking was fairly easy. I sat at the bar with a great view of the kitchen. I kept it basic and ordered the pancake breakfast with bacon and eggs. The pancakes are made with a homemade recipe that is very delicious. Highly recommend. Bacon and eggs were just as I like them. The owner happened to be there and was very friendly but the star of the show was his staff as they all seem to be in a very good mood and the vibe there was what really gives this place five stars in my opinion. I'll definitely be coming back and trying some new delicious items

    The pancake was sooooo good!
    Glen B.

    This little diner has some absolutely amazing food. My wife and I stopped by on a cold January Sunday morning. We were on a waitlist, but a worker asked us if we wanted to sit outside, we noticed they had heat lamps, so decided to take an outdoor table. Our waitress, who was super friendly and helpful, arrived at our table within a few minutes to take our order. After a couple of minutes of conversation our order arrived. I had a veggie omelette and my wife had the corned beef hash. Lets just say few words were spoken after our meals arrived. Everything was fantastic. Even the coffee was delicious. Located just a few minutes away from downtown Santa Rosa. This is the perfect place to go after a night of wine or beer tasting/drinking.

    Chicken Biscuit
    J E.

    We came here for breakfast on a weekday and they were moderately busy, mostly all locals who clearly eat there regularly. I say that because when people walked in, the server immediately brought coffee to their table and made conversation that indicated they were regulars... this is telling about a place, if the locals eat there on a regular basis, there's probably something good about the place. In this case, they offered so many great/appetizing items on the menu that it was tough to choose what to eat. I asked the server which was best from a few items that looked appetizing to me and she told me to go with the chicken biscuit... this was a great piece of advise, as that was a very tasty breakfast entrée! The hash browns that came with it were incredible too! The gravy on top of the biscuit was excellent... batter on the chicken was perfect too! My wife got the veggie bowl and she absolutely loved it. It definitely looked really good and was loaded with a nice assortment of veggies! Overall - Great breakfast was had here... Stop in and try it for yourself!

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    Catherine P.

    I'm happy to see this place still here. It's been over 5 years since I've been. It's a small place, though they do have some outdoor tables. Limited menu, though diverse. I was seated immediately upon entering, and the waitress came by and acknowledged my presence. I appreciate that. I ordered the country benedict and it was very tasty. A fresh bread slice with spinach, tomatoes, mushrooms, bacon and poached eggs with hollandais sauce, served with hashbrowns.

    MY GO TO FAV- harvest bowl pesto/goatcheese
    Jessie H.

    Love the pull apart donut cannot go wrong with cinnamon/ sugar. The service is good, the food even better! Consistent too, thankful for this place. I will come back again and again when Im in Rosa. 5/5 Food 4/5 Service 3.5/5 Ambiance

    Awesome food--check out the eggs Benedict! Waitresses are amazing and the food comes out fast! Great neighborhood place. The original Parkside.

    The Daily Special!
    Lorraine C.

    Everything! Everything! Everything about this place was amazing. Food divine! Service excellent. Amber is the sweetest! Ambience simple yet charming,

    Umami T.

    Disclaimer first: They DON'T serve waffles daily (only occasionally). Aside from that initial disappointment (after seeing a photo of a delicious waffle on their page) we had a wonderful breakfast. The chilaquiles special is as delicious!!! We ate outside in the "bench" and the service was fantastic!

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    Best breakfast Food, service and the best cinnamon rolls around. Corned beef hash is awesome.

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    Excellent neighborhood cafe! Great old school food. Great service. Reasonable prices. No frills.

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    Is there outdoor seating and do you take reservations for brunch?

    There is covered outdoor seating but they do not take reservations. Worth any short wait you may encounter.

    Recommended breakfast dishes?

    I highly recommend the Smoke Salmon Hash, or Gompa's Pancake Breakfast. They also make an incredible chicken fried steak as well.

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    Americana

    Americana

    3.9
    (445 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Came on a Sunday to check out this place. Ambiance and service were great!…read more The food delicious! We ordered chilaquiles and since we could not decide on whether we wanted pancakes or French toast, our server Ana mentioned we can do half and half so we can try both. It was lot of food, I would recommend to share the chilaquiles plate if you want to try a few other items. We truly loved the everything about this place and would definitely check the place out if ever out here again.

    We came here because I was really craving waffles for breakfast, and the owners of our favorite…read morebreakfast place were on vacation. So, of course, I had to order a waffle. First of all, since it was $17, I asked the server how big the waffle would be, and he reassured me that it would be large, thick, and filling. It looked nothing like that. In my opinion, there also wasn't nearly enough whipped cream. I definitely expected more for $17. Second of all, it was NOT cooked through at all. It was literally dough. After that, I completely lost my appetite and didn't want to order anything else. For $17 I expected it to be the best waffle of my life. Instead, it was the worst one I've ever had. My husband ordered the Breakfast Burrito with Bacon and green sauce. He said it was just ok. He couldn't say anything good or bad about it. The service was good. Our server even comped the entire bill, which was very kind of him and we really appreciated it. The only reason this isn't a 1 star review is because of our server. The food is bad and extremely overpriced. We will not be back.

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    Dining room
    Dining room
    Santa Rosa Omelette
    Santa Rosa Omelette
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    Jackson's Bar and Oven

    Jackson's Bar and Oven

    4.2
    (1.3k reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Just went there for dessert. 1. Root beer cheesecake…read more2. Double scoop ice cream Topped off with coffee. Everything was great!

    Visited this restaurant from a friends recommendation. It's a neat looking restaurant long galley…read morestyle with a second level for extra seating. From the little table we sat at, we turned the chairs so we could face the kitchen area where the chefs were making fresh pizzas instead of staring at the bar tender with her chest hanging out (put them away, you're at work) or stare at the doorway. We weren't overly hungry but wanted to try it. The prices were pretty steep for a beer $12, and the cocktail was VERY expensive $19 after tax. Hubs decided not to order the beer but insisted I try a fancy drink so I decided on the unicorn after recommendation from our waitress. The drink was pleasantly good, not too sour or too sweet, however definitely not worth the price. Then we decided on a small bites, skillet prawns. The wait wasn't too long. We took a bite each and we were so confused at the odd flavor. It tasted like latex gloves and cleaner. Hubs tried a a second small bite of another one and spit it out. We probably shouldn't have stopped. Our waitress was really nice about it and offered to get us a new one or something else or a dessert, but we declined. She ended up taking it off the bill. Maybe skip the drinks and order a pizza.

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    Cooked chorizo and lime oysters
    Cooked chorizo and lime oysters
    Truffle fries from the shareable menu

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    Ausiello’s Homeslice

    Ausiello’s Homeslice

    4.0
    (98 reviews)
    4.2 mi

    Just visited Ausiello's Homeslice again, and felt it was worth updating my previous review - since…read morethat was a year ago and I hadn't included any photos in the original review. On most recent visit we had their Garden Salad and Chicken Parmigiana. Both the salad and the pasta were great! We loved the use of the three-bean salad in the Garden Salad. The Chicken parm was fresh, crispy, and the sauce was wonderfully tangy and fresh tasting. We thoroughly enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and the friendly service. We plan on making an effort to visit more often! Previous review: Only been by here a few times, as it is at the farthest end of town from where I live... That said, every time I have come, I have had great food and service. The fresh wood-oven pizzas are tasty - it is hard to beat a real wood-oven pizza. I have to say their smashburger is one of the best I have had (fries are pretty solid too!). They have a full bar, and good selection of beers and wines - so there is something for nearly everyone here. They get the basics here right - and the overall experience is pretty solid.

    The club Sando had brown avocado and the bacon was cooked terribly, raw spots and over cooked spots…read moreat the same time. Also I get different answers about the fries being breaded every time. EVERY TIME. Used to go a lot, but after that experience I think I'm good

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    Located in the heart of Rincon Valley
    Located in the heart of Rincon Valley
    Fan Favorite: Sesame Street
    Fan Favorite: Sesame Street
    Great for larger Parties to enjoy!

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    Great for larger Parties to enjoy!
    Americana

    Americana

    4.0
    (85 reviews)
    6.5 mi

    My boyfriend and I came here for breakfast on a Sunday morning around 8:30 AM. It was very quiet…read moreinside and we were able to pick where we sat. On the wall was a chalkboard with the list of local farmers and vendors that they used to supply their restaurant. I loved how fresh and flavorful all the food was, but I loved their collaboration with small local business owners to provide them with things like eggs and dairy. I had an omelette with spinach, caramelized, tomatoes, chicken sausage, and goat cheese. This was one of the most delicious bites I've had at a breakfast spot in a long time. We also shared an order of beignets that came with some fresh apple butter, which was to die for! It felt like taking a bit off fall weather if that makes sense. My boyfriend had some biscuits and country gravy with a side of sausage and fried eggs. He loved everything that he ate as well. He also had a bloody Mary, which was made with Soju. The flavor and quality was top notch and you hardly missed the vodka from the drink. Our server was very friendly, and he offered some insight into the quality of the Soju and the vendors that they work with. I just really loved the care that this restaurant put into not only service but the food that they're producing.

    I got the Biscuits and Country Gravey with two eggs over medium. I also got the Iced Americana…read morecoffee which was super good. The service here is always top-notch. The ambiance is really chill and not to loud.

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    Blueberry pancakes
    Blueberry pancakes
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    The Grove

    The Grove

    4.7
    (82 reviews)
    9.8 mi

    We tucked into The Grove (with reservations) on a rainy Friday for an early dinner. Despite having…read morethree menus - drinks, dinner, and happy hour - choosing what to order didn't feel overwhelming, and we quickly landed on the anchovy toast, beet salad, shrimp & grits, and mushroom risotto. Our server was incredibly friendly, and the entire room shared the same warm, easygoing vibe. The small, speakeasy themed space was already packed at 5 PM, so reservations seem like a must. Everything we ordered was well-prepared and delicious, but the standout dishes were the beet salad and the shrimp & grits. The beet salad had a perfect mix of textures; chopped pistachios, tender beets, and crunchy radishes over a pillowy ricotta. I finished the salad wishing there was more. The shrimp & grits featured a potlikker sauce that absolutely lived up to the hype; it made the dish. I wish the shrimp & grits were served in a bowl rather than a shallow dish. I found myself chasing the sauce and polenta around the plate, trying not to push it over the edge. That said, if it were in a bowl, I might have just drank the sauce, so perhaps this is the restaurant's way of preserving a bit of dignity for its guests. Next time, I'm hoping to visit when oyster po' boys and fried green tomatoes are on the menu.

    I've been meaning to check this place out since they opened, and finally made it in today--worth…read morethe wait. It absolutely lives up to the hype. The vibe is effortlessly chill, with whimsical decor--think antique lamps, an old record player, and lots of little details that make you want to look around. The whole place felt alive in the best way--buzzing with conversation, laughter, and people clearly having a great time. We didn't have a reservation, but lucked out with seats at the community table. Bonus: the other guests were super welcoming, which just added to the fun, communal feel. We hit happy hour, and wow--it's a good one. Tons of interesting bites and a solid drink lineup. I went with a whiskey sour, my friend had the ginger beer on draft (very refreshing), and we shared the prawns, Brussels sprouts, and creamy mac & cheese. Everything was seriously delicious. Shoutout to our server, Melanie--friendly, attentive, and totally on it, even with the place packed. A couple things to note: it does get loud, so maybe not your spot if you're after a quiet, intimate dinner. Also, the happy hour menu listed Brussels sprouts but didn't mention bacon--I'm vegetarian, so that was a bit of a surprise. (It is noted on the regular dinner menu, which I admittedly didn't check.) All in all, such a fun, lively spot. I'll definitely be back for more bites and cocktails.

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    Most tables were reserved when we walked in at 4pm on Thursday
    Most tables were reserved when we walked in at 4pm on Thursday
    My friend raved about the steak skewers from their Happy Hour menu
    My friend raved about the steak skewers from their Happy Hour menu
    Most table we reserved when we walked In at 4pm on Thursday

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    Most table we reserved when we walked In at 4pm on Thursday
    Russian River Brewing

    Russian River Brewing

    4.0
    (3.8k reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Mama Mia... here I go again…read more I know...pineapple on pizza. Go ahead and start typing your angry reply. I ordered the Mama Mia with cup pepperoni, pineapple, and jalapeños, and it was absolutely fantastic. The salty pepperoni, sweet pineapple, and kick from the jalapeños were perfectly balanced. Even if you're firmly on Team "Pineapple Doesn't Belong on Pizza," this one might make you question your life choices. The crust deserves some love too. It wasn't one of those giant bread loaves pretending to be pizza. It was light, perfectly cooked, had just the right amount of crunch, and let the toppings do the talking. To wash it down, I paired it with a Blind Pig followed by a Happy Hops IPA. Both were outstanding, and if you're already at Russian River, not trying at least a couple of their beers should probably be considered a misdemeanor. Service was friendly, the patio was a great place to enjoy dinner, and the whole experience lived up to the hype. As ABBA would say... I have a dream...that this pizza is waiting for me every time I'm back in Santa Rosa. Until then, Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! another reason to come back.

    Famous for their award winning beers, the Russian River Brewing Company was formed by the…read moreCalifornia Korbel Winery in 1997. The original brew master became the co-owner when the winery left the beer business in 2003. It was then moved this location in 2004, opening as a brewpub. It's been on my list of places to visit for a while, so my wife, her mom, and I took the opportunity to stop in for a Thursday night dinner on our way to San Francisco from Fort Bragg. The inaugural double IPA (aka Imperial IPA) was made by the current co-owner at a different brewery in 1994. Double means it uses double the hops and malts, and the ABV is quite a bit higher. He then created Pliny the Elder (ABV 8.0%) in 2000, recognized as the most famous DIPA. The track continued, with Pliny the Younger in 2005, a triple IPA (using triple the hops and malts with ABV of 10.25%). This version is available once a year in the spring, since it costs so much money and time to make. With so much malt being used, a large amount of time (and hops) is needed to balance. I've had Pliny the Elder in bottles before, and really liked it: I don't like the hoppy 'piney' taste in my beers, but also recognize that not enough will make the beer too sweet (which I've been facing with a lot my island beers lately). Parking is street only, but there was a lot of it, with the metered parking only requiring payment till 6 pm. We were greeted warmly by the hostess and immediately seated at a table near the bar. As expected, it was quite loud, with after work folks having a good time. We got menus, ordered our food, and then decided what to do about flights. The brewery is also known for their Belgian style and thus offers two different flights. It was my first time, and didn't know how much my wife could help, so decided to order the California Sampler (a selection of 12 different West Coast 5 oz. pours of ales and lagers for $15.45) to start: O.V.L. Stout (Old Vic Loyals) - Irish nitro stout - really beginning to love stouts, and this one was good. Velvet Glow - lager - solid. Ending up buying 6 pack to bring home ($12.99) STS Pils - pilsner. Bought a 6-pack for $12.99. Russian River Porter - Blind Pig IPA - West Coast IPA Happy Hops - Juicy IPA Mosaic Stack - West Coast IPA SimCoe 25 - West Coast IPA Citra Flash Mob - West Coast IPA Mind Circus - Hazy IPA DDH Pliny the Elder - really good. bought two cans at $5.99 each. Pliny the Elder - the original Felt pretty good, so decided to order the Belgian Sampler (9 different for $13.63), Surprisingly, I didn't like it nearly as much (my favorite fruit beer during this trip was the Howzit Punch beer). Petite Robert - table beer Little White Lie - Belgian White Robert - saison Perdition - biere de sonoma Damnation - golden strong ale Mortification - quad Supplication - sour brown ale Intinction - barrel aged pilsner Consecration - sour dark ale In terms of the food, it was solid. The 8 pc chicken wings ($17) were good, and the cheesy garlic bread ($10) was filling. I had the meatball sandwich ($16) and upgraded the fries to a spinach salad (+$4): it was tasty, loved the toasted French bread and marinara sauce, with the meatballs being OK (tasted from frozen)...loved the spinach salad with strawberries and blue cheese. We finished off our meal with a Vinnies (co-owner) sundae: good vanilla ice cream with whipped cream, chocolate sauce, and a lot of almond slivers. Payment was at the table, and me being again very pleasantly surprised at how little the flights were (a typical brewpub where they charge $3-$4 per 5 oz, would have cost 4 times as much...though of course I wouldn't have drunk as much either).

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    Russian River Brewing
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