We hadn't been in for dinner in a while, so it was a treat to return--and an added bonus to…read morediscover they're now serving cocktails. We started with the Beau Soleil oysters, which our server paired with a surprise glass of champagne. It was a lovely combination and such a thoughtful touch. The spicy tuna over Japanese rice with tomato water was another standout. For our main course, we shared a perfectly cooked ribeye and the Cacio e Pepe. Everything was beautifully prepared, and the whole meal felt thoughtful from start to finish. I've always loved this place, and this dinner was a great reminder of why. Highly recommend!

I loved Mu Ramen in NY so I was very sad to hear it closed but very excited that they've opened a…read morenew restaurant here in Sonoma County! The food was really incredible! We started with little mini short rib lettuce bites, hen of mushroom, and spicy tuna. The spicy tuna with tomato water was simple in appearance but very flavorful! The hen of mushroom dish was my favorite, I could eat the onion puree with everything! The rice cake bolognese is a fun fusion. Definitely a hidden gem and I can't wait to come back!

Came here with friends to celebrate my birthday and their wedding anniversary. Started with drinks…read morein the bar while we waited for our table. Bartender was engaging and set the tone for the evening! "Feelin' Peachy", a beer, and a couple glasses of champagne later, our table was ready. We were seated near the pond and seriously, between that, the vineyard view, and the perfect NorCal weather, it was a lovely start to our experience at Salt & Stone! Service was excellent - server was efficient and engaging. We started with BBQ oysters and truffle fries. Hubby felt the oysters were filled with too much BBQ sauce which overpowered the taste and flavor. The "truffle" fries were crispy, nice and garlicy, loved the truffle aioli. (Missed the truffle flavor on the fries themselves, but they were still good.) My steak was super tender, the blue cheese demi was stronger than I like so I'd get that on the side next time, loved the wine salt. Mashed potatoes were creamy and those carrots - I swear - I don't know why I don't make those more often. They were perfectly cooked, loved every bite! We were too full for dessert but the options looked good! Overall, a very enjoyable night at Salt & Stone!

Every month a group of "supper club" girlfriends and I pick a restaurant to try. I was super…read moreexcited to try this place since I had heard such great things about it. We sat outside next to the pond so ambiance was excellent. Our waiter Carlos was also excellent...fun & attentive. The food was another story. We ordered 3 appetizers - calamari, truffle fries & brussel sprouts. All were good, not great. My caesar salad was overdressed and soggy. I ordered Petrale Sole since I don't make fish much at home. I was completely underwhelmed. Portion size was good, but the fish came with a thick glop of sauce on top that was flavorless. To try and flavor it up I had to squeeze 4 lemon wedges on top. Still thick & flavorless. Rice pilaf was mid at best. Veggies were the best part of the dish. I left most of my dish untouched. Then we ordered the apple galette, carrot cake & flourless chocolate torte to share. Galette was fabulous, carrot cake a bit dry & torte was cloyingly sweet. With so many other amazing restaurants in Sonoma County a repeat visit may not be in the cards.

Extraordinary food and service! The pasta dishes were all amazing. 2 of us had the mozzarella…read morewith pesto and they loved it. My friend and I shared the new cabbage appetizer. It was brand new and they welcomed feedback which we provided. It just needed to be cooked a bit more but the flavors were outstanding. Our server, Colby was so on top of everything and just a joy. Stella is a fabulous experience overall. Highly recommend it!

We had the most wonderful anniversary dinner at Stella! From the moment we arrived, the whole…read moreevening felt special. They welcomed us with complimentary champagne to celebrate our anniversary, which was such a thoughtful touch. The food was phenomenal. We ordered steak and fish, and both were delicious and beautifully prepared. We finished with a pistachio dessert that was so good. Everything was full of flavor, and you could tell so much care went into the food. Our server, who I believe was named Kevin, was fantastic--so knowledgeable about the menu and drinks, and he made our experience even better. He also crafted the specialty drinks, and they were delicious. Stella doesn't serve hard liquor, but the drinks they do offer are thoughtfully made, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. The ambience was lovely, the staff was wonderful, and the service was truly 10 out of 10. My honey and I had such a special time celebrating together. Stella is absolutely worth a visit if you're in the Kenwood area. We can't wait to come back!

I stopped in a few times and got great service. The bar was great, the restaurant was clean, the…read morefood was good. Apparently the kitchen staff tried to strong arm them for some money and that caused them to close the business. Be careful who you hire.

Tried to enjoy this place but was underwhelmed. Came for happy hour at 3pm and it was fairly slow…read moreand quiet. Warmly welcomed by staff then left... order taken after quite a bit and then the wait for food began. About 30 minutes later we were served 2 set of sliders and a smash burger with fries. The pulled pork slider tasted a bit off, like old semi rancid pork. The shrimp slider was ok. The smash burger was dry but did have some good caramelized onions and lots of pickles. The fries were nothing special, also dry. So overall, would give Palooza a pass

Cafe Citti: A Culinary Love Letter to Italy in Santa Rosa…read more If you haven't heard the hype about Cafe Citti, let me be the one to confirm: it's mind blowing. From the moment we sat down, the flavors, textures, and ambiance transported us straight to a cozy hillside trattoria. We kicked things off with the Special Antipasto Salad--a dreamy lineup featuring bresaola, and house-made burrata so creamy it could double as dessert, paired with a seasoned olive medley that danced on the palate. The focaccia, fresh from the oven, came with local olive oil and a balsamic glaze that felt like a warm hug from Sonoma itself. Then came the Polenta Fries-dangerously addictive, especially with that pesto aioli. I could write sonnets about them. Next up: Prawns alla Diavola, cooked to perfection and served in a sauce that was pure magic bold, balanced, and impossible to forget. We didn't think we had room for entrées, but with appetizers this good, skipping them would've been a crime. The Potato Gnocchi? Like cotton candy for grown-ups--pillowy, fresh, and utterly divine. The Ravioli alla Citti converted me from a ravioli skeptic to a full-blown devotee--bursting with flavor and clearly crafted with love. And the Polenta with Porcini Sauce? Comforting, creamy, and elevated with a crisp crust that added just the right crunch. If this is what Italy tastes like, I'm never coming back. We closed out with a trio of desserts-Gelato, Tiramisu, and Crème Brûlée-each one a sweet finale to a symphony of flavors. The ambiance? Cozy, welcoming, and exactly what you'd want from a place that feels like home. Cafe Citti isn't just a meal, it's an experience, a celebration, and a reminder that food can be both art and comfort. Brava. Thank you for the incredible service, cocktails, and your passion in sharing a piece of home with us all. Italiano Famiglia

My first time dining here after the move from Kenwood. From start to finish everything was A+…read more It was a very warm evening yet sitting on the patio above the creek was quite nice with the curtains & fans. Our server, Darian, could not have been more fabulous. He joked with my granddaughter who was being a bit shy which invoked a smile. The garden salad I had was good- but the stars of the show were the Fried Polenta with a creamy mushroom sauce, the focaccia bread (which was refilled as needed) and the tiramisu which I had as my birthday dessert. Darian delivered the dessert with a very big candle and sang to me. I'd definitely come back here!

I had a late lunch. As soon as I stepped in I was greeted. I sat by the water outdoors. There is…read moreoutdoor of indoor seating. All staff were super friendly, several checked in on me. They def knew their menu. Immediately brought water with cucumber and lemon, very refreshing. I ordered the bread with butter to start, it was excellent. That butter just melts on every bite, taking the bread to the next level. Staff recommended the Rachel pastrami. It did not disappoint. It was very simple. However the combination of the thousand Island, sauerkraut, the pastrami and buttered bread just made it so delicious. It was decently meat packed too. The sandwich came with fries which I inhaled the ketchup that they brought me extra. It also came with two types of coleslaw both were delish. They were not overwhelming with dressing. The yellow one was interesting bc I thought it was turmeric but it was slightly sweet. Delish as well. Also ordered their Italian prosecco. I'm into red wine but for some reason perhaps the environment I felt the prosecco would work and it did! It was bubbly refreshing, tasty, and not dry. Their restroom was big and clean. This is in the Jack London Village. They have parking on both ends. The village has other restaurants and wine tasting as well.

Such a cute, quaint little spot tucked away in Glen Ellen! The setting is beautiful, especially…read morewith the historic water wheel running alongside the restaurant. It has a cozy, rustic charm that makes you want to slow down and enjoy your meal. Here's what we tried: Lemon Drop Martini - Refreshing and well-balanced. A solid way to kick off lunch. Della Fattoria Bread - Our waiter hyped it up as "the best bread in California." Maybe my expectations were a little too high because...it was just okay to me. Good, but not the showstopper I was expecting. Brussels Sprouts - These were really good! Perfectly roasted with lots of flavor. Spicy Sweet Chili Wings - THE STAR OF THE SHOW! These were hands down the best thing we ordered. Crispy, sticky, sweet with just the right amount of heat...absolutely delicious! I'd honestly come back just for these. Clam Chowder - Creamy, comforting, and a nice starter. Bacon Cheeseburger - A solid burger that definitely hit the spot. My only real complaint? The wings. Not the flavor--the portion size. For $20, I think the order should include at least 8-10 wings. You get six (the sixth one is hiding under the garnish in my photo ), and one of them was noticeably smaller than the others. They were so good that I just wished there had been more! Overall, I really enjoyed my visit. Between the charming atmosphere, friendly service, and those unforgettable wings, I'd definitely come back again. Next time, I'll probably skip the bread and go straight for another order of those wings!

Great ambiance - good music; interesting visuals. In…read moreshopping center, central to other amenities. 'Early' dinner hours. Bruschetta is large and delicious. Wife digs olive walnut tapanade Meat lasagnas is great, but does have vegetables. Wife loved shrimp pacata.

This seems like a family run Italian place, not a large menu. They had a bar and their wine pours…read morewere generous which I appreciated. We came on a Wednesday and it was pretty slow. Service was just okay, they missed the bread at the beginning but otherwise just the right amount of attentiveness. We started off steamed clams. They were delicious and most of the bread was used to soak in the delicious broth. I had the Linguini Carbonara. Pasta was rich and creamy. The hubs had a cannoli which they claimed was fresh filled. It was okay, would not recommend. Overall a good experience.

I threw my dad's surprise birthday here and I cannot recommend it enough! The space itself was…read morehonestly the highlight: beautiful, cozy, enchanting. We rented the secret garden, and everyone was frequently commenting on how beautiful the space was, with flowers and walls of leaves and vines; it's rustic and fun. Karin helped me plan it all; they had a very comprehensive set of options, a transparent pricing structure, the food was great, the service was OUTSTANDING, and everyone had a great time. Ca'bianca is a great place to have an event, and they really work with you on it. I am super happy with my experience, and I would recommend it 10/10!

We had a standing reservation but still waited about 20 minutes just to be greeted at the door, and…read morehad to ask twice about being seated. Once seated, it took another 20+ minutes before anyone came to take our order -- we eventually had to flag down the hostess ourselves to say we were ready. When the food arrived, it was missing an appetizer and one of the dinner entrees. Service throughout the meal was inconsistent: our waiter never asked if we wanted drinks, and we had to request one ourselves, without ever being asked if others at the table wanted anything to drink. Multiple times we had to flag down other servers just to get basic service, and we asked for a dessert menu three separate times before it showed up. Most concerning, my toddler has an egg allergy, and we had to confirm multiple times whether dishes contained egg. At one point the waiter responded that it "wasn't a big egg allergy," which was a confusing and honestly worrying thing to hear when asking about food safety for a child. On top of all that, the affogato wasn't actually an affogato -- it was just frozen vanilla ice cream with frozen espresso, not the classic hot-espresso-poured-over-ice-cream dessert we expected. Food overall was subpar, we also saw 3 of the wait staff take a shot of alcohol with another table while completing ignoring service for our table. Overall, a disappointing experience with very slow, inattentive service and a concerning lack of clarity around allergy safety. We definitely will not recommend to family and friends, and will go out of our way to mention to any travelers to the area to avoid this place!

When I learned we were going to be traveling near this fantastic restaurant again, I immediately…read morebooked a reservation for us to dine. This time we went for a leisurely afternoon lunch. It was a bit warm but we really enjoyed dining outside this time. We had a friendly and warm server named Guadalupe and she provided everything we needed to enjoy our meal. Thank you! This time we ordered the 10 Layer Lasagna with the Domenica's sauce and one with Richard's meat sauce. This is still the best lasagna I have ever ate. Love the ricotta, the goat cheese, parmesan and herbs. It just doesn't get any better than this. The Domenica's sauce stole the show though. This sauce is magic! Along with our meal, we paired a 2023 Pastori Old Vine Zinfandel. It absolutely complimented this meal. For dessert we went with the Passion Fruit Sorbet with blackberries. So refreshing and closed out our delightful lunch. I cannot recommend this place enough. Service is always top notch, food is out of this world delicious with so many homemade choices to choose from. Whether you are looking for a romantic meal for two, a family dinner, a wedding rehearsal or reception meal, you will not be disappointed with this choice.

I don't visit often but every time I do, it's a treat. Mostly because I don't typically eat pasta…read morebut when I do, this is where I choose to indulge. The sauces and pastas are always fresh and delicious. On my most recent trip we opted to also try the steak and it was cooked to perfection and had a delicious, rich butter sauce along with crispy pommés frites. We also splurged on carbs by ordering the buttery garlic bread and we're not disappointed. The experience was further elevated with the amazing service provided by our server. He was attentive and anticipated every need. We also were seated outside and enjoyed the beautiful patio. The ambiance is lovely though I imagine a bit hot if we had visited earlier in the day. On this day we had a beautiful warm autumn evening so we were perfectly comfortable. We look forward to our next visit and highly recommend to anyone visiting Healdsburg as it's a short drive but well worth the ride/drive north.

May 2, 2026 - Santa Rosa…read more This has become our go-to spot whenever we're in Santa Rosa. The bike racing theme gives it a fun, unique vibe, and the atmosphere is always warm and welcoming. Service is consistently quick and friendly--but definitely make reservations, because this place is always busy. We started with their delicious house bread served alongside an olive tapenade--such a great way to kick things off. We also ordered a bottle of the Tom Mackey Cellars 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon, which paired nicely with everything that followed. For appetizers, we shared the grilled polenta and calamari, both of which were excellent. For my main, I ordered the house special seafood risotto, which was flavorful and perfectly cooked. My husband had the Spaghetti Pescatore--loaded with wild prawns, clams, calamari, fresh scallops, and fish of the day in a light tomato, garlic, and olive oil sauce--and it was just as good as it sounds. Around the table, we also had the lamb ravioli, Spaghetti Levi Leipheimer, and the Gnocchi Riviera, and every dish was a hit. Consistently great food, a lively atmosphere, and reliable service make this our must-do restaurant while in Santa Rosa.

My husband and I ate there for our anniversary. At 6:30 PM on a Wed, no reservations needed. I've…read morebeen before on a weekend, and it was very crowded. Service was good, we enjoyed the bread and our bottle of chianti. They served olive tapenade with the bread. We both had salads that we enjoyed very much, the arugula with fennel, goat cheese, golden beets & balsamic and the RADICCHIO salad with pear, gorganzola cheese, fennel & balsamic. We both loved our entrees: They were just perfect: SPAGHETTI PESCATORA FETTUCCINE BOLOGNESE To top it off we shared a Tiramisu for dessert. Everything was absolutely delicious. The service was good and prompt, the very boisterous waiter was kind, enthusiastic, and sometimes hard to understand. All in all it was a great experience. The vibe is old school Italian restaurant. I love that their wine list has plenty of Italian wines because CA wines give me a migraine. Its a sweet place that I will return to.