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    Goldfinch

    4.4 (217 reviews)
    Open • 11:30 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Romantic
    Classy
    Upscale
    Good for groups

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    Elizabeth S.

    Date night. What a beautiful restaurant. The outside is lovely and the lighting design , and artistic details inside are stunning. There were four of us, so we decided to do a shared experience. We ordered: the Focaccia pulled aparts , the succulent grilled shrimp skewer, the dreamy fire-roasted beets, crispy fried calamari with smoked chili remoulade, creamy ricotta raviolo, and the fried chicken roulade with pearl onions and chicken jus. We couldn't leave without dessert. We shared the meyer lemon mousse, butter cookies and the chocolate cake. Service: Thank you Brenda for the lovely service and attention to detail.

    John G.

    I could eat lunch here everyday! 6 of us had lunch there and we all enjoyed what we had. I had a great chicken Caesar salad and unlike many places they didn't hold back on the dressing. The lunch Zucchini, burger, fried calamari, and grilled salmon all were liked!

    Rockfish ceviche... all cucumber underneath, very little fish. Small item. Tasted good but insufficient for a meal.
    Gin K.

    Lunch, first visit. What was good: Service (friendly, relaxed), decor (beautiful wood, dark walls, gold accents, nice booth), location (downtown central). Food tasted nice. What was lacking: I ordered the ro kfish cevuche (thankfully gluten-free) and it was lovely but 90% full of cucumber, only a few bites of rockfish. Bummed. Not sure if I just got a pair ratio scoop or if that's normal but for 21 dollars I expected more than cucumber. My friends' meals looked more substantial and were good.

    Cherry mousse w/ butter cookies. Delicious!
    Ariane N.

    The restaurant is clean and has a nice ambiance. The waitress was friendly and attentive. The food was delicious. Will definately be coming back!

    Halibut ceviche
    sarah b.

    Highly recommend for date night. It's a sexy, gorgeous space. Buzzing but not too loud to hear. Our server was enthusiastic and attentive, the food was top-notch, and the cocktails were delicious. My only request would be a longer and more diverse wine list. Get the focaccia!!!

    Halibut
    David C.

    MAY2025 We had come out for dinner. Reservations were easy and quick for the same night. Service was on point. Answered any questions that we had, good on water refills, and checked in consistently. We were sat in a booth which was nice as the sun was dipping down for the day. We had gotten a number of things to share and I grabbed practically every vegetable dish available minus the large plates to try things out. We had the focaccia pulled apart, cracked cucumbers and pickles, roasted carrots, crispy calamari, and fire roasted beets to share. I'd say my favorite was the beets. The yogurt sauce and the nuts really balanced things out and made for nice bites and texture changes. The carrots were rich and cooked well; nicely sauteed with the sauce. The rest of the dishes were cooked well and easy to share for a cocktail night out. I'd say I'd want something for the calamari to drip into though but that's just my preference. We had also ended the night with the cheesecake and the carrot cake. The cheesecake had a nice berry compote to top, and wasn't too sweet bite to bite. The carrot cake was quite dry unfortunately. All in all the flavors worked well, but a bit pricey overall for the amount. The service was spot on given how busy it was.

    Hanger steak
    Wendy H.

    We had a lovely birthday celebration dinner at Goldfinch. Our server, Jessica, was attentive and professional, providing excellent recommendations. My husband and I ordered the mixed greens salad, and it was ample to share. The calamari appetizer with smoked chili remoulade and shaved Parmesan was some of the best calamari we have ever tasted. We both ordered the hanger steak for our main entree, and it was extremely tender and cooked perfectly. We had the apple crisp for dessert to complete our meal. The food, atmosphere, and service were excellent; we highly recommend them. Our only request to the restaurant is to add more entrees to their menu; the menu feels limited. It would be great to see dinner specials and more entrees.

    Fried Chicken Roulade
    Stephanie D.

    Such a cute spot with a warm, welcoming vibe! The staff was super friendly and accommodating, even when we showed up a bit early for our reservation. We were a group of six and definitely over-ordered, but no regrets. The cocktails (not pictured) were delicious and well-balanced. The seafood tower (not pictured), grilled angus steak (not pictured), and fried chicken roulade were just okay, not the most memorable. Our table favorites were the fire-roasted beets, calamari, and the crab raviolo, all super flavorful and beautifully done. Overall, a great night with great food and great company!

    Beet salad, so good!
    Amy W.

    We went Friday for dinner for my girls weekend. It was easy to book a table and we parked at a nearby lot. Everything was so delicious my favorite was the beet salad with caramelized yogurt and toasted pistachios. My girl friends love ceviche with lemongrass and the light batter on the calamari. There was 5 ladies and we ordered 5 medium plates and 2 large plates to share which was the perfect amount of food for us to try many things. I ordered the Afternoon Delight Cocktail which nice. I enjoyed the variety of foods and how everything was so fresh tasting. I do wish we had more space as we were in a booth for 4 with a chair added so we had to clear plates so there would be room for our next courses but that was easy since everything was so yummy. Service was great.

    Marin Miyagi Oysters
    Kelly S.

    I searched Yelp for oysters and came across Goldfinch. We stopped in for lunch on a Thursday afternoon and were pleasantly surprised to find it quiet, allowing us to choose our own seating. We picked a roomy end booth--though a heads-up: the booths aren't anchored, so every time I got up, it slid and needed to be readjusted from the outside. Our server was friendly and helpful when we were choosing drinks. When I asked about the two rosé options, she had to refer back to the menu but ended up recommending the Ameztoi Rubentis Rosé. She offered a small sample, and I really enjoyed it so went with a glass. The drink menu was impressive, featuring a solid selection of local and French wines, a few specialty cocktails, a full bar, and a nice beer list. We ordered a few small bites to share, starting with a dozen Marin Miyagi oysters--perfectly sized and served with lemon and a light mignonette. I appreciated that they were super fresh and sourced locally from Tomales Bay. We also tried the Local Halibut Ceviche, which was beautifully presented with edible flowers that added a surprising but lovely flavor. Lastly, we had the Grilled Shrimp Skewer--four well-seasoned shrimp served over a small bed of dressed lettuce and roasted lemon. It felt like a bonus that the salad element was just as good as the shrimp. The interior décor is tastefully done--elegant yet inviting and fun. However, the one downside of our visit was the number of flies buzzing around inside. It was a hot day, so maybe that contributed, but it was distracting to see at least half a dozen flying around at any given moment. Hopefully, it was just a one time thing. Overall, I loved the food and the overall experience. I'd recommend checking it out if you're in the area--especially for the oysters and ceviche. The dishes are on the smaller and pricier side, but they're fresh and flavorful. While I'm not sure I'd go out of my way to return on a future visit, I'm definitely glad we tried it once.

    THAT - Grilled Shrimp Skewer ($20)
    John D.

    Good as Gold From the same restaurant group, Stark Reality, that has brought Sonoma County such gems as Grossman's Noshery, Augie's French, Stark's, and both Willi's Seafood & Willi's Wine Bar, just to name a few. They took over the old K&L Bistro back in 2023 and have been turning heads ever since with their modern farm-to-table California cuisine. Goldfinch's seasonal menu embraces locally sourced foods from Sonoma County producers, as well as an impressive bar program that features locally made wines and brews from the region. The Good: *Free street Parking as well as a free City parking lot available *Reservations via OpenTable (highly recommended) *Happy Hour Wed - Sun (3 - 5 p.m.) *Modern eland décor was spot on *Our server was great and had a very unique personality *Beer on-tap, wine, and a full bar *Strong curated menu that changes with the seasons. *Dungeness Crab Raviolo was gigantic, chock full of Crab, and absolutely delicious. If you like Crab, then you'll love this. Just get it. *Fire-roasted beet salad was also terrific, and has a great sweet and tangy thing going. *Heritage Pork Chop was cooked perfectly and so good. The concomitant spätzle-veggie mix and jus were great accompaniments. *Grilled Shrimp skewer was also delicious and had a nice kick to it. The Meh: *Prices ain't cheap but they ain't Michelin level pricing, either. *While the lemon cheesecake was a great cheesecake, I personally, could've used more lemon flavor in it. If it wasn't for the candied lemon peels, then you'd hardly know it was lemon flavored. Oh, and more of those candied peels would be fantastic, please and thank you. The Ugly: *Because of the exposed brick walls, it can get loud in here. Conclusion: Fantastic food in an amazing place with top level service. Highly recommended.

    Dungeness crab ravioli
    Roberto M.

    Upon arrival, you're welcome by friendly staff and a cozy, and modern setting. This was my first time trying out the goldfinch, which was quite pleasant, especially after finding out they've been here for two years. I'm extremely glad I was able to make it and try out their delicious tapas style menu. Everything was very well thought out and beautifully presented. I would definitely recommend goldfinch to friends and family. We Started off with drinks, I got the Bernie's borough, and my fiancé got the lucky profit. We both enjoyed our drinks. The fries were delicious, light airy, and crunchy. The calamari was lightly coated with the breading, but still very crispy and crunchy. The ahi tuna was so fresh and tasty, adding the avocado spread was a perfect touch. The star of the night was definitely the Cinnabon cinnamon roll sized, Dungeness crab ravioli. The presentation and sauce was outstanding.

    Calamari and fries
    Nicole L.

    Adding photos from another recent visit - our server was great, checked in often to make sure we were doing good. Food was incredible, we tried so much this time, not featured in the photos are the carrots and calamari which was eaten to quickly to snap!

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    Do you have gluten free options for entrees for someone with celiac disease?

    Hello Olivia and thank you for reaching out! We do have many gluten free options for entrees. If you have access to our menu, the "Large Plates" Section is all gluten free with the exception of the pasta and the chicken. Everything else in that… 

    Can you accommodate a client dinner for 50 people?

    Hi Jennifer, Thanks for considering us! We can accommodate 50 people in the restaurant as a buyout. The basic scenario would put you at $100 p/person F&B minimum plus tax, tip and service fee for a weeknight (M-Th) or $150-$250 p/p +++ on the… 

    The happy hour menu looks delicious--what are the happy hour times/days?

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