This was our second time here. The first was about 4 years ago, and they have not changed, thank goodness. We were both celebrating our birthdays one week apart, so they started the meal by giving us a glass of prosecco each, which was a nice touch. The food, once again, was outstanding. My wife had ravioli which she loved. I had one of the best tastes in food, Italian or not, that I have ever had. I had the cacio e pepe. Now, I added chicken but didn't really need it. It was wonderful. The flavor was exquisite. My wife kept digging into mine, which was no problem because there was plenty, I couldn't finish it all. The only issue I had was our server. She was pleasant enough, but she continually flew by our, and everyone else's, table. She didn't stop for a second. It was slightly busy that evening, but not enough to warrant her flying by constantly. When we needed something, it was like lifting the needle on a record player just long enough for her to take it in. Close to perfect. read more

Ambience: Modern and upscale vibes indoors and super adorable patio. Service: More rushed and aloof than most. Food: Good for HH, esp the drinks. Food itself is okay. But good HH drink deals. read more

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First time enjoy happy hour was a blast, we had a couple Rounds of the lemon drops that's were made to perfection! Paired w oysters , ozo balls I think and Buretta. Will be back for happy hour! read more

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'Tis the season. I picked up Christmas holiday gift cards to Grata, and I couldn't be more excited! This year, our stocking will be filled with gift cards to our favorite holiday dining destinations, and Grata is a fav. The atmosphere is welcoming and cozy. It's one of our go-to Italian restaurants, always serving up great service and a delicious menu that makes every meal special. read more

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We had an excellent meal here. I had a knock out Bolognese and it was enormous. I took home quite a bit. My friends had chicken parmigiana, spicy shrimp and Cornish game hen. Everyone loved their meal. We thought it was an exceptional evening. I have a food allergy and our server was very kind and helpful with that. I'm so grateful. We made a reservation - and I recommend you do that too. This place is very popular because it's fantastic. It can be a bit loud here - because it's very crowded. I thought it was a very attractive venue. read more

Everything was fantastic! The food was delicious and the staff really looked after us. We spent our time on the patio, which was beautiful (I didn't get a look at the inside, but the outdoor vibes were great). Definitely grab the happy hour Prosecco--it's a total steal! read more

GRATA Italian Eatery - Shrimp Diavalo - Italian Near Me - Windsor, California

I'm very sad this restaurant has not lived up to its ability to be great, but it hasn't ...the service has not been good especially if they seat you in the back around the corner where no ones sees you...it just isn't great Italian food!...nothing stands out on the menu that is worth driving up from Santa Rosa...and I have several times...but I want this place to be outstanding! I don't want to say that the place or food is awful because it's not..it just isn't memorable. I guess I want it to be an Italian Bistro like they have in Italy where it's filled with pots of flowers and just a plain plate of delicious Spaghetti Marinara that is the highlight of the menu...with a wonderful Minestrone soup and Crusty bread with the best olive oil...every Italian Restaurant I've gone to I go back for a menu favorite...I want one here read more

Good place for family dinner and birthday parties, intimate and romantic. Even though we came on Wednesday it's busy with bday, food freshly made and hot plate. My pasta dish claim to be spicy but it's not shrimp diavala. Rigatoni meat sauce actually better choice. Ravioli Wild mushrooms like by my mom in law. Caesar salad is basic nothing special Garlic bread it got some spicy kick. read more

Excellent food, wonderful and friendly service and perfect drinks. Five stars all the way! Came for happy hour and stayed for dinner. So glad we did. HH: Lemon drop - tart and tasty Bruschetta- perfectly seasoned Olives- warmed with garlic, preserved lemon and herbs 5/5 Dinner: Extra spicy clams pasta Chicken Parmesan with grilled chicken. Sautéed veggies Everything was so good. Can't wait to come back!!! Age in the outside patio which was beautiful and cool on a warm evening read more

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First time coming at was very impressed! Everyone has been recommending this place, so I'm glad I tried it! Grata burrata - 5/5 stars - the honey really enhanced the flavors of the cheese and pesto, the little peppers were not spicy and added a good pop of texture Heirloom tomato and mozzarella salad - 5/5 - absolutely amazing combination, a great contrastbof soft and crunchy textures, the heirloom tomatoes were excellent Ricotta zeppoli - 5/5 - really loved the chocolate sauce with these donut balls, wasn't expecting how soft the centers would be, the outside was nice and crunchy Flourless chocolate cake - 4/5 - the topping of dates really threw off the texture of the cake, otherwise the chocolate cake was delicious and not too rich The inside is very nicely decorated, and sitting outside was nice as the sun was setting, but we did not enjoy the cars being so loud since the outdoor seating is next to the main road. Overall, absolutely recommend this place but I wished there was a little more options for salads since I'm not a big pasta person. read more

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It took a minute upon entering to know if I was going to be acknowledged (quite busy for a Wednesday evening!) but once I was- smoothe sailing! I sat at the bar and Ashley was fantastic! She was very informative and helpful throughout. I'd inquired about a wine she let me try and opted for the cocktail instead. I ordered the Garden Party which is cucumber infused gin with herbs and a chili oil garnish. I ordered 3 chilled oysters as a starter. The cucumber/prosecco mignonette made for the perfect tangy bite, particularly with my cocktail. I had asked her on an entree recommendation (of which her response between 2 dishes would determine how many more questions I had)... Yet she answered all of my additional questions without me ever asking, and without hesitation on her selection- so of course I went with the cacio e pepe with prosciutto, kale and mushrooms! ZERO regrets! Such a flavorful dish! I boxed the remainder of my entree to save room for dessert, of which I chose the pistachio gelato with balsamic reduction and sea salt. A great meal with great service! Already recommended to friends that may head this way. Thank you!! read more

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I had fond memories of visiting this place a few years ago and couldn't wait to come back - and it definitely did not disappoint! It's a lovely Italian place with an extensive menu - everything looked so delicious it was hard to decide. I wanted something lighter so I had the asparagus salad and the meatballs. The salad was fresh asparagus, arugula, radish on top of Farro with a soft-boiled egg and truffle vinaigrette. Such a flavor bomb! I also had the meatball starter to round out my meal and it was a lot of food. The garlic bread with it was amazing. My husband had the cacio e Pepe and loved the addition of truffle oil and crispy prosciutto on top. Our service was great and there was a wonderful wine list too. Look forward to coming back again when we are in the area. read more

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The food here is simply amazing! The spicy clam dish has the perfect level of heat to it and same with the shrimp Diablo dish. I liked the raw oysters better than the grilled (no pic). Service seemed a little slow at first but we were in no hurry so the pace was just fine. Very pleasant staff. Semi elegant atmosphere but also a come as you are vibe in this small town resturaunt. This was our second visit here and we will definitely come again! Don't sleep on this place folks and make reservations if you plan on going as it can get pretty busy. read more

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Wonderful food and great service for this small town! Portions are large so plan to share. Enjoy the patio! Recommend highly.

Cornish game hen was dry and overcooked; polenta was cold so had to return it. The salmon carbonara was also cold had to return that to heat it up, and there was hardly any salmon at all in the dish. Very disappointing read more

This buzzing Italian restaurant did not disappoint. The reason for a four star is only due to the fact that our table was in a corner away from the the main layout of the place. We got there in time for happy hour and the Aperol Spritz was really good. We shared the heirloom salad which we both thought was pretty tasty, but needed more basil and a lil salt. ( No salt n pepper on the table) The mains were absolutely fabulous. I have to say, maybe the best Cicio e Pepe I've ever had. The shrimp was well marinated and cooked to perfection. The lasagna was out of this solar system. The vodka sauce was a nice change rather than marinara. There are about 6 other items on the menu we want to try, so bet your bottom we'll be back. read more

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Ohh yeah. We got here when they first opened . We got the best seats in the house and by 500 pm the place was packed. Everting smelled good our waitress was fantastic . I had the lasagna and my date had the fish. Mmmmmmmmm. Everything was really good. Meatballs for the appetizer and the baked oysters for the win. You will be very happy you at here. I will definitely be back. read more

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Found this restaurant after a weekend of wine tasting. It's a fairly small interior but accommodates for a lot of seating options. We had a party of 6 and were comfortable. Katie was our server and was amazing! Colagrossi Barbera wine was also perfect with our dinner! read more

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First meal to kick off a wine country bachelorette! We popped in for a later dinner on a weeknight, and it was beautiful so we sat outside. The service was very quick and friendly. We shared the meatballs to start. They were so saucy and cheesy, and the garlic bread on the side was a great addition, it didn't overpower the sauce flavors. I ordered the rigatoni alla vodka. It was good, but it had an interesting herb/oil in it that i didn't love, like extra thyme or rosemary that didn't go with the rest of the dish. But I still enjoyed it and ate it anyway. The portion sizes are quite large, and pretty well priced. read more

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Following a delightful Pinot & Pizza tasting at a nearby winery, we found ourselves still craving more, so we decided to revisit Grata Italian Eatery in Windsor for our second outing. Our initial dinner there, shared with dear friends Louise and Jay, had left such a positive impression that a return was inevitable. We timed our arrival perfectly for happy hour and secured two seats at the bar. Recalling the standout Caesar salads from our previous visit - crisp, well-dressed, and a notch above the ordinary - we ordered a pair (mine covered in white anchovies - of course), along with the happy hour oysters, which proved fresh and flavorful. The cocktails, I should note, featured notably generous pours, adding to the relaxed ambiance, good prices too. Seated beside us was a charming couple who struck up an engaging conversation. We couldn't resist raving about our prior meal, highlighting the tender grilled octopus, the aforementioned Caesar, and the rich cheese ravioli enveloped in a truffle cream sauce. As the discussion flowed naturally into shared passions for cuisine and memorable dining spots, we learned their names: Eric and Christina, the proprietors themselves. Eric, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in New York, brings refined expertise to the kitchen, while Christina, a local with Italian roots (evident in the framed photo of her parents in bar), spotted the potential in this space and seized the chance to create a welcoming addition to Windsor's culinary scene. Our thanks to Eric and Christina for elevating a simple happy hour into something truly special. We'll be back before long. Gary & Barbie Post note: yes they have outdoor dining which looked inviting for spring and summer. read more

Good place like the area , service was good very friendly food was good too gotta come back n check it kind of pricey but I had a good time read more

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First time here, and everything was amazing! We ordered several appetizers to share, including the fritto misto, grilled octopus, housemade focaccia, grata burrata, fries, and Brussels sprouts. My favorite was the Brussels sprouts--they were topped with cheese and absolutely delicious! I also really loved the grata burrata; the green sauce on top of the cheese was incredible. The octopus was a bit too chewy for me, but my family enjoyed it. The fritto misto was good, though I've had better elsewhere. For our entrées, my husband and I shared the chicken Parmesan and shrimp Diavolo. The shrimp Diavolo had a nice kick to it, which I didn't mind since I love spicy food, but it was a bit too oily for my taste. I preferred the chicken Parmesan--the sauce on the noodles was perfect and packed with flavor. We also had cocktails, a Lemon Drop and a Cadillac Margarita, and both were very tasty and pretty strong! For dessert, we shared chocolate cake, donuts in chocolate sauce, and tiramisu. While they were all good, the tiramisu was my favorite. The food came out very quickly, and our server was incredibly friendly, checking on us often. The interior is beautifully decorated, creating a great ambiance. While the food is a bit pricey, the experience was well worth it. I'll definitely be back for special occasions! read more

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Service was excellent, and very personable. Ambiance is relaxed and low key. The food is fantastic, quality is excellent, very good choices of appetizers, they would be ample in size to be for a "small plate" selection. The Entrees choices are varied including meet & meatless. The sauces are all flavorful and delicious. The prices are reasonable for such high quality experience. Treat your self you won't be disappointed. read more

I ordered this to go. The staff was so helpful and very kind. The fish dish I got was so yummy but the rest the portions were so small and just not worth the price. Overall it's okay just not worth it money wise! read more

I was on a girls trip and we came here for dinner and ordered the Bruschetta as an appetizer. It came out and did not look like it normally would, but the waitress reassured us it was correct and they do it a little differently there. It was so delicious and once the main course came we were ready for even more good food. I had the short rib lasagna and it was the best lasagna I've ever had, and I've had ALOT over the years. They have delicious pretty cocktails and all the servers were very friendly. The ambiance was classy, but also chill, perfect for a date night or a family. I can't wait to go back when I'm in Windsor again. read more

This was sooooo good! I really enjoyed the food and the service. The pesto and sea food were very fresh and the garlic bread was so soft and tasty! The decor was beautiful! read more

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Overall 4.5/5 Lasagna 9/10. "Really FN good" says the guys who had it. Hangar steak 10/10 Huge portion! Octopus was excellent, tender and the sauce and the beans were great with it. Prosciutto burrata was pretty good. New garlic bread wasn't my favorite... I tried something way out of my comfort zone, Lemon Gnocchi with seafood and it was good but not my favorite as I'm not really a pesto guy. The server was great and did tell me that the gnocchi was a little more dense than traditional. The food is really great here and the service is always excellent. Give it a try! read more

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We ate there yesterday. My husband's Bolognese was cold and I had the Seabass it was very fishy. And the service was terrible. Our waitress was talking about us to another table because our dog barked at another customer's dog and they thought we were being rude, but I calmed our dog down and I thought it was very rude of our waitress to talk about us and we could hear them the food was terrible and so was the service. read more

I am grateful for Grata Italian Restaurant! I love this Windsor neighborhood eatery! It is so beautiful with such an intimate feel whether dining inside or on the lovely patio. Clean, fresh, and elegantly decorated and designed. Warm customer service from walking thru the doors and throughout our dinner service. Delicious and thoughtfully prepared mouth-watering dishes. This was my second visit to Grata. I was excited to return. Making a reservation on OpenTable was easy. Arriving on time and greeted with a welcoming smile, hostess Leslie took us to the patio as I had requested. It was a nice evening, and diners were already celebrating happy hump day or perhaps happy hour!:) We came at the tail end of HH, so why not embibe. Three HH appetizers, please. Arancini, pear and endive brushetta, and chilled oysters with a prosecco cucumber mignonette. After a tiny taste of two whites (thank you, Maddy), I chose the crisp Chardonnay, which was not on the HH list. All three appetizers were fabulous! And at $6 each, an unbelievable bargin. Wow! (Photos included) We were off to a sumptuous start. After apps, we decided to share the Chicken Parmasan. What a great selection. Fried Mary's organic chicken breast cutlet with melted provolone and parmesan, spaghetti, and marinara basil. OMG! Every part of this dish came together with such outstanding flavors. The chicken was lightly breaded, moist, and had the perfect crunch factor. The sauce was amazing, and noodles were cooked to "al dente" perfection. I am still thinking about that entrèe. And if it could not possibly get any better...it did! Let's talk dessert:) Ricotta Zeppoli. It does not get more Italian than that. Right! Warm cinnamon donut holes with nutella chocolate sauce. We were over-the-top splurging. Why not kick it up a notch and order a scoop of the pistachio gelato (lol). Eaten together...best dessert EVER. Dense, soft, moist donut holes, chocolate sauce, rich, thick, creamy gelato...decadent! Almost in food coma nirvana, we both agreed it was one of our top dining experiences in a very long time. Fantastic food, classy and upscale ambiance, and delightful wait person equals a wonderful and fun evening out in the charming town of Windsor (Sonoma wine country)! If you are anywhere near Grata Italian Restaurant, I heartily recommend it with all my taste buds:). Ciao! read more

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I have already left a review for this wonderful place and I wasn't going to again but I tried the lemon seafood gnocchi and I had to talk about it! Although I did start with the zucchini bread appetizer, I didn't take a picture as I wasn't planning on writing a review but It was amazing. The seafood gnocchi was SO good. I was a little worried the sauce would be too thick and heavy but with the lemon it was light and silky. My husband ordered it with extra sauce and I found myself stealing a couple spoonfuls while he was in the bathroom. The seafood was cooked perfectly and it was a great variety pairs with the sauce and sold pillowy gnocchi. I also tried the olive oil cake which was really yummy but a little heavy so I only ate about half. Lisa took great care of us which resulted in another satisfied trip with us visiting from Sacramento. read more

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I love Grata. Been there many times. Consistently exceptional. So yes, I still rate it 5 stars. But for my absolute favorite dish on the menu, the Saltimbocca, I beg the Chef to please bring back the savory "bread pudding" that used to be alongside it. The polenta just doesn't compare! read more

We came here to celebrate our anniversary, and even though it was a late dinner, the service was incredible. Lisa, our server, was very attentive and gave us great recommendations--especially the sea bass and the carpaccio, which were the specials of the night. Every dish we tried was absolutely delicious. The sea bass was packed with flavor and perfectly cooked--not dry at all. The creamy polenta and perfectly cooked vegetables complemented it beautifully. My husband had the chicken parmesan and loved it. To finish off the night, we shared an affogato, which was the perfect ending to a wonderful meal. Highly recommend this place! read more

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Fantastic food and excellent service. We went for my wife's birthday and felt so welcomed, enjoyed delicious beef tartare, oysters, and pasta, and they fixed my son's pasta order without any issues. read more

The food was superb (as always) our table had the special Ahi Tuna Carpaccio, the Crab Arancini, the White Anchovy,l Bruschetta, and the Seabass special. Everything was wonderful and cooked to perfection. Even better was our server, Lisa.G, who was very sweet, friendly, attentive, and just an overall pleasure for the evening. Felt she went above and beyond to make sure we had the best date night (on a Tuesday, nonetheless). Thank you all! read more

GRATA Italian Eatery - Anchovy Bruschetta (top left) Ahi Tuna Carpaccio (center right) Crab Arancini (bottom center) - Italian Near Me - Windsor, California

Grata is my new go-to spot in Sonoma! My boyfriend and I were headed out for a day of wine tasting and decided to stop by for brunch right as they opened. They had a large, bright patio outside and we decided to sit facing the street. Our waiter was friendly and the service was quick, which was to be expected as we were the only ones there for a while. I got the grilled cheese and mortadella with fries and my boyfriend got the spicy fried chicken sandwich. Both were delish, and the fries were exactly the kind I like - on the thinner side, not too crispy, salty, and fresh out of the oven. The best part? The mimosas were only $5!!! And they were liberal with the prosecco so much so, that I had two Our entire meal was only $40, such a steal nowadays. Can't wait to come back and try their huge selection of pastas! read more

GRATA Italian Eatery - Grilled cheese & mortadella with fries, and a mimosa - Italian Near Me - Windsor, California

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My wife heard GRATA had a great happy hour and we just had to experience it. For HH, we had the Mediterranean olives which were warm and flavorful. The Pizza, Pear Endive Bruschetta and Meatball Sliders were also delicious. We also ordered the Halibut prepared piccata over white beans and a side of the spicy garlic broccolini. The service was friendly and helpful. The interior design was beautiful. We'll definitely be back:) read more

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Super cute and cozy Italian restaurant. All our food was very good. The lasagne was super delicious with lots of flavor. The burger was the best burger my husband has every had super juicy and very flavorful. The octopus was cooked perfectly and tasty. The focacia bread was soft with a little bit of crisp, perfection. The desserts were amazing too. The tiramisu and the affogato were delicious and a great way to finish off a fabulous meal. The service was great, very friendly and attentive. Thank you. read more

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Beef short rib lasagna. That's all I am going to say. Order it............................ Trust me. read more

My first time here tonight for happy hour and it was fabulous!!! The arancini was so good, and when I say so good it was the best I've had and better than I had in Sicily. Caesar salad dressing was on point, the olive appetizer came out warm and a big bowl full!! The pear bruschetta with Burrata and prosciutto was excellent and over all I give their happy hour a 10/10. Most of the appetizers are $6 and the house wines were I think only $5 and was good wine. Will be going back! Just told my husband I want to try dinner there soon!! I also want to add like previous reviews that this place is super comfy and cute! read more

GRATA Italian Eatery - Caesar salad - Italian Near Me - Windsor, California

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Every time we eat here we're so happy! Always greeted at the door so nicely from Christina. ALL of the service people are so welcoming and knowledgeable about drinks and the menu. We love looking at the way they decorated the restaurant too you feel like you're in their home with all the framed pictures. The food it consistently delicious. I always have a hard time deciding on what to eat! Today I was craving their Caesar salad with the grilled shrimp on it. My husband had the Shawnee's pasta diavolo. Which he seems to have often. I absolutely love their Gnocchi and seafood dish as well. read more

GRATA Italian Eatery - Caesar salad with grilled shrimp - Italian Near Me - Windsor, California

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