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.

Firstly, thank you to Americana for seating us. We came in just before 3 pm, and we didn't realize…read morethat they were about to close. We ordered huevos rancheros with orange juice, and a caprese sandwich with a side of soup. The eggs were tasty, but it wasn't very hearty. I was hungry again within an hour. Lots of colorful sauce arranged around the dish, most of it wasted. The sandwich had the aoli, even though The Wife asked for it without. The sandwich was hearty, but kind of a mess. Assembled like someone wanted to leave. The space is attractive, with interesting local art on the walls, but frankly the prices ($20 for the eggs, $27 for the sandwich, $7 for a small juice) were out of line.

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.

Had a great meal on Saturday. Staff was friendly and very serviceable. I appreciated that there…read morewere several different areas for dining depending on what vibe you were looking for. Plenty of parking too. I ordered the breakfast burrito and it was good. I do wish the potatoes inside the burrito had been warmer. The red sauce wasn't too flavorful or spicy which is what I expected but it didn't distract from the yummy taste of the burrito. The hibiscus refresher was delicious. Will definitely be back.

Thank you for an amazing afternoon Jilly! It's was so great to meet you and the chef yesterday! The…read moreservice here is OUTSTANDING!! Jilly is a fantastic woman who gives to everyone around her, and we are lucky that she chose a restaurant to run so she can share her love with even more people!! The location is a beautiful picturesque place on the edge of the Russian River, and there is a great patio that you can bring your pup to while you're dining! Now let's get to the best part: the FOOD!! The fries are so crispy and delicious because they are fried in tallow instead of toxic soybean oil! We both got the Philly cheesesteak sandwiches, and everything about them was delicious. The meat was tender and not fatty, the cheese was melty and generous, and the produce was fresh! We can't wait to comeback again when we are in the area. Thank you for a wonderful visit, my Mom and I had a fabulous time!

We were headed to Bodega bay from Kenwood and was suggested we stop over here for lunch. I wish…read morethey had more menu item options. We ordered the clam chowder soup, Tomato soup and grilled cheese combo, pulled pork sandwich with tallow fries, single smash burger with tallow fries. The presentation of the sandwiches were great and looked appetizing. However, my son didn't find the smash burger a bit compared to those he tried in other places. The fries were not really a big deal here. The clam chowder had other ingredients like ham and corn. I prefer the cream heavy type of chowder than theirs which was more the soupy type. It seemed it needed more flavor. The view of the Russian River was so pretty. It was a long and winding road drive to the restaurant from Santa Rosa, better to stop here after coming from Bodega bay to avoid the winding roads. Menu item prices should be adjusted lower due.

This is a "what you see is what you get" kind of place. I do appreciate their authenticity…read more Only 5 items on the lunch order which made it very easy to order. You place your order at the bar and the person working the bar was a kick. I guess she thought we were city folks as we were asking what kind of wines they offered and such. When we inquired what kind of bread sandwiches were served on she said "just regular bread". The in interior of this restaurant/bar has animal heads displayed all throughout and knotty pine One orders at the bar and then has the option of dining inside or on the patio. As it was a very warm sunny day, we opted for the patio. While seated you can see the iconic church in Bodega, St. Teresa of Avila. I had the tuna melt with a bag of chips and a Diet Coke. The tuna melt was pretty darn good you can't beat the price with all three coming in at undef $15.

Hole in the wall. I've been several times but first time reviewing. You walk in to the bar area…read morewith two pool tables. Family friendly. Middle section are tables and outside area has seating as well. Biggest thing to remember here is it is CASH only. The menu changes based off what's available - most are locally sourced ingredients. Rumor is the chef is a former Michelin star chef who wanted to live a quieter life- either way- the food is to die for. You can tell love and passion is put into each dish. We had the spaghetti and meatballs- still dreaming about the meatballs. Perfection. Stop in. Be patient. And talk to the staff- all super friendly.

Looking for a traditional, old time, multi course meal? Look no further. Absolutely wonderful…read morefood, vintage ambiance and wonderful service. We live close enough to get take out, this weekend ordered their minestrone soup and a wedge salad...it was PERFECT!!!!! When we have company we take them here for the "experience." You order your main dish and are served multiple courses before that main dish. Anti pasta, soup, salad, bread, pasta (if you didn't order pasta as your main dish), and then your main dish. Don't fill up on the smaller courses because you are going to want to have room for the main meal. Fun to watch all of the courses being brought out on rolling carts. This is one of those places you remember going to as a child, it is fun, casual and an "experience."

Another incredibly fantastic time at Dinucci's! Service is always spectacular! Such a unique…read moreexperience... it's like being invited to your best friends 'nonna's home'... You feel the love the second you walk in the front door! From the eclectic bar to the family 'farmhouse' dining area. Signature antipasto, glorious minestrone soup and fresh bread... ya gotta have that!

I stayed here recently for a little weekend getaway. The…read moreproperty: - Absolutely beautiful, right on the river. - Location is a bit secluded but I wanted that. - - -Lots of restaurants and bars within 10 minute drive. - Lots of outdoor seating to relax. - There is no longer a dock. - There is no longer a hot tub, was replaced by a mini pool which was not heated. - I definitely did not appreciate that they play outdoor music on speakers until after 10pm, it was super loud in my room. - Sadly the restaurant and speakeasy closed last minute due to staff emergency. I was all dressed up with no place to go. The room: - I was in River View Studio 26. Room was a decent size. Bathroom was TINY! If you sit on the toilet the sink is in your lap. The shower had no place to put my soaps and water took a really long time to heat. The windows do not have screens so just be aware of that when you leave windows open, the bugs will come ( to be expected given the location). - Mini fridge, coffee maker, seating area. - Room key is a code they email you.

River is beautiful, dining room and bar were well decorated and fun, and server at dinner was…read morewonderful. But they charged me online for activities that weren't happening that weekend--yoga, kayak rental--and promised a refund for weeks but never did it. Rooms could be nicer.

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.

Came here on our honeymoon and Thomas was amazing! Super accommodating! Overall great experience!read more

Mother's Day Brunch was overall very good, and uncommonly reasonable. Out of 4 dishes we ordered, 3…read morewere excellent; we found the pancakes to be a bit tough in texture. The time between ordering and receiving food was lengthy. It is possible that they were understaffed for a Mothers Day brunch. However, our waitress did check in before food arrived, to let us know the status of our order. Almost everything that we ordered was under $20. This was as opposed to a place like The Flamingo, which was charging $70 *per person* for its Mothers Day brunch. Drakes has a great view, but the most comfortable booth seating is on the wall, farthest from the windows. The tables at the windows are only for 2 (our party was 3).

We saw this fine dining restaurant by chance during our trip from sea ranch to guerneville. Didn't…read moreexpect to get a table, but we were lucky enough to get one. The service was awesome, our server Evan quickly got us to our seats and took our orders. We tried the oyster epiphany (fresh oyster with lime ginger and wasabi dressing) I wasn't a big fan of oysters due to its fishy after taste. But this place nailed it! The sauce really paired well, oysters were soo fresh I could go for another round. We also ordered homemade sourdough as starters, the whipped butter was very light , not too overwhelming. The sourdough was soft and the poppy seeds add texture to it. The pairing works so well, we asked for another refill. Now to the main course, the fish tacos were on point, not very memorable to be honest. But the pasta!!! omg you could tell it was hand made, the shrimp were fresh and cleaned it wasn't fishy at all. I was expecting it to be a tomato based pasta, but the sun dried tomato gave such a nice additional profile, sweet and sourness to the truffle based pasta sauce. Last but not least, let's talk about the view! It is not everyday you got to see the end of the river and the start of Pacific Ocean. it was such a stunning view. Overall it is a 5/5 experience!

My husband and I have stayed here in the past on a couple of occasions and really enjoyed the…read morelocation for the views and dining. Our first visit the cabins were a bit too "rustic" for our liking, and we were grateful to only be there for one evening. The linens were clean and the bed was comfortable, but the bathroom was TINY, and the window would not shut due to the lean of the cabin. We enjoyed the fresh air throughout the evening, and had plenty of blankets to keep warm. The view of the Ocean and mouth of the River was amazingly beautiful to watch the sunset and we have views from our room and the restaurant. The restaurant was amazing, and what really made the experience next level. I can't remember what we ate, but I have longed to go back remembering it was delicious. We did stay the second time in their Oceana room in the home collection which was much more our style. There were no issues with the windows or doors, there was a private hot tub, and the deck was much more spacious. We had a kitchen to cook in, including a full size refrigerator and oven. Since our last stay the common beach area had been hit by a rough storm and had changed the landscape significantly. It was a reminder that Mother Nature can change things in an instant, and never take it for granted. Having the private space of the home collection made this less of a hit on our experience since we didn't need to use it. The restaurant delivered again with an amazing meal, beet salad, filet mignon, and bread service. I look forward to our next trip and plan to bring my parents out and spend some quality time together, listening to music, playing games, watching the ocean, and eating amazing food. This time I will attempt to take more photos, and update my review.

Biotic Beverages revives a beverage once consumed at on the wild Sonoma Coast- kvass. Kvass is made…read morefrom fermented bread, with the earliest references in the Old Russian Chronicle- https://drinks.seriouseats.com/2012/08/what-is-kvass-russian-beer-history.html Kvass varies in its alcohol levels; Biotic Beverages doesn't have enough alcohol to warrant a warning label. It works as a morning pick-me-up. Usually, one can get kvass in Eastern European markets (like Santa Rosa's European Food Store), imported from Russia, Ukraine, or Poland. But with Biotic Beverages, it's locally made kvass, in 3 flavors- beet, turmeric, and ginger. The turmeric&ginger flavors are excellent for clearing up one's system if you have a cold. It packs a punch. With beet, YMMV. It's cold borscht, if you're fine with that kind of thing. Kvass locally made in Sonoma fits its history. From 1812 to 1841, Russians were at Fort Ross, with other settlements in present-day Bodega Bay&Graton- https://www.uwgb.edu/dutchs/Historic/FortRoss.HTM Biotic Beverages is refreshing&delicious! The cure for what ails you. And true to Sonoma County's historical roots.

Biotic Beverages makes lacto-fermented drinks from raw and local food. sources…read more location: santa rosa farmers market (1/14/15) menu: beet, sweet potato, ginger tastes: -beet has sour/acidic taste -sweet potato mellow taste -ginger has slight ginger taste. drinks: $2/cup, $10/bottle -went for a cup of ginger kvass beet was hard to handle drips: -got samples of all 3 plus a mix -friendly, -3.5 stars, can't handle the beet kvass.