We had a fantastic meal at LaSalette and were lucky enough to snag seats at the bar, where we could watch the chefs prepare dishes in the wood-fired oven. We started with a refreshing cucumber gazpacho with shrimp, followed by amazing baked oysters. The star of the evening was the whole roasted branzino. We each enjoyed a wine flight, and the chef made the experience even more special by starting our meal with complimentary shrimp croquettes and ending it with a wonderful homemade truffle. LaSalette was an outstanding dining experience--highly recommended! read more

LaSalette Restaurant - Wine flights with complimentary shrimp croquets. - Portuguese Near Me - Sonoma, California

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We love LaSalette for their outstanding Portuguese food & wine and their consistency. My husband can always count on getting a delicious whole Bronzino (Mediterranean Sea-bass), and my dayboat scallops are always cooked to perfection. This time we went for Mother's Day and mom had the pot roast/short ribs dish and it was so delightful with the meat perfectly braised & falling apart with savory mashed potatoes and brussels sprouts. Their chocolate piri piri ice cream with some heat always delights us: we literally love it. They also always do generous little chef surprise bites (always on point & so good!) and this time it was a one-bite fried shrimp cake in a delicious red pepper sauce. The ambience is nice - whether you're inside or out on the patio - and the service is generally good (definitely could use a few more table touches to make sure people have everything they need so guests don't wait for more wine or a bill) and very kind. We are locals, and there are only a handful of restaurants we would recommend in Sonoma and LaSalette is definitely at the top of the list. 5-stars read more

LaSalette Restaurant - Bronzino (head only lol) + piri piri chocolate ice cream with heat, cheesecake, ice cream, apple, sorbet, & mango sorbet - Portuguese Near Me - Sonoma, California

Loved our lunch today. Surrounded by beautiful plants on the cozy and quiet patio. Lovely prepared dishes and deserts . I enjoyed the scallops And the "Chocolate " desert is a reason to come back. Excellent service too. read more

LaSalette Restaurant - Portuguese Near Me - Sonoma, California

For a Tuesday afternoon, the place was packed. Had the sardines and the beef and clams. Both were fantastic! Had a homey feel to the place, with an open kitchen. A must go! read more

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We've never been to a Portuguese restaurant before so this place stood out to me as I was looking for a place to have dinner in Sonoma. The place was quaint and rustic, small but felt homey. Our server and server assistant were honestly amazing. So friendly and attentive to our needs, promptly clearing dishes throughout our courses. They brought out an amuse Bouche for us to start which was a quick tasty bite. I had to try the braised pork belly. Best thing I had all night. Fork tender and so delicious with the apple lardons. I wish they kept the skin or made it crispy to give it a little crunch. But it was still an amazing dish, I could've eaten 20 more. Fisherman stew, Feijoada and Fish casserole cake were all so flavorful. Classic Portuguese dishes that we thoroughly enjoyed. For me I had the catch of the day that came with a bed of grilled corn, collard greens and something like a pico on top. Everything tasted fresh and went very well together. It was a great experience for our first time having Portuguese food! Would definitely come back! read more

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Second time here. Extremely satisfied. Enjoyed whole branzino special. Husband enjoyed seafood stew. We both left with happy tummies. Service always on point. Chef always sends out little mouthful apps to start the meal and tiny morsels to end the meal. Such a nice touch. Only $30 corkage fee. We definitely will be back. read more

LaSalette Restaurant - Branzino special. Sauce is full of flavor and accompanies fish so well. - Portuguese Near Me - Sonoma, California

The food was very good, the ambiance was cozy, and the service set it apart. The pork belly we started with was so flavorful. My fish of the day was well seasoned and very delicious! read more

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We had a delicious lunch on a sunny day in Sonoma. The setting is charming and the service excellent. We will definitely return.

The service is impeccable. Food presentation was amazing. Everything about the food was phenomenal. This is a must visit and to be clear I don't rate many restaurants as good as this one. read more

Can't recommend this restaurant enough! The staff was super friendly, the food was amazing and the atmosphere was beautiful. The scallop appetizer was fantastic and the fisherman's stew was wonderful! read more

LaSalette Restaurant - Fisherman's stew - Portuguese Near Me - Sonoma, California

We wanted to get out of SF to enjoy some nicer weather and found ourselves enjoying a beautiful day in Sonoma. After checking out the restaurants around the main square, we decided to try La Salette, as its Portuguese menu stood out with its unique offerings and tasty options. Shortly after ordering, we were provided with a free amuse bouche from the chef, shrimp croquettes with a slightly tangy sauce and salsa brava. The shrimp croquettes were crispy, yet also light and zesty; a beautiful start to the meal. I also ordered a caipirinha, my go-to cocktail when I lived in Brazil. La Salette's caipirinha was extremely delicious, with a healthy dose of lime and mint that washed down nicely with the cachaça. For starters, we began with the grilled octopus and tomato salad. The grilled octopus was cooked perfectly and paired nicely with the red wine vinegar, fingerling potatoes, and pickled seaweed. The heirloom tomato salad was absolutely fantastic, as the tomatoes were perfectly ripe and were complemented nicely with the chickpea puree and feta cheese. This was my favorite bite of the night. For entrees, we tried the bacalhau no forno, the caldeirada, and the açorda de Trigo. My mom loved the bacalhau no forno, which was a bit lighter than she was expecting but had a great punch of flavor between the salted cod, potatoes, onions and olives. My dad and I also really enjoyed the caldeirada, which had a generous portion of sea bass, scallops, clams, mussels, potatoes, shrimp, and linguiça in a flavorful broth. This reminded me a little bit of cioppino given the copious amount of seafood, although it had more of a velvety tasting broth without the flavor of tomatoes. Finally, my partner really enjoyed the açorda de Trigo, which had a perfectly poached egg that created a velvety sauce over the farro, mushrooms, and pine nuts. For dessert, we all split the fruit plate, which was the highlight of the meal. We really loved how the dessert was more of an assortment of tasty dishes that complemented each other nicely, rather than one single dish. All of the components of the dessert were fantastic: the poached pear had a nice spiced taste, the macerated mango was super sweet and tangy, and the pineapple semifreddo was velvety and tangy. But, the passion fruit cannoli was truly unreal. The tang of the passion fruit and light crisp of the cannoli shell were incredible. Would highly recommend trying this or their other desserts, as they all looked incredible. All in all, given the fantastic restaurants in Sonoma, La Salette is a great choice if you're looking for something unique that highlights local fruit and produce, as well as meat and seafood options. We would definitely come back here the next time we're in Sonoma! EDIT: Forgot to mention that the service was incredible and very attentive. Everyone was super nice, friendly and helpful, and made sure every part of our meal was enjoyable and to our liking. Thank you! read more

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We make the 3 hour drive to La Salette and back 3 or 4 times a year. Always worth it. Chef Manuel always has some new and outstanding. Last night it was the cucumber gazpacho. And the heirloom tomato salad surprised us. We did not expect such perfect tomatos at this time of year. Barramundi filets came on top of a bed of roasted sweet corn and bitter greens ... brilliant combination! Having spent 22 summers in a Portugese fishing village I usually get the Bacalhau or the pork and clams. Bacalhau last night was 'died and gone to heaven'. Dessert trios are small enough not to be overfilling but large enough to share. The culinary experience and the service are top tier but the prices are moderate. Hard to find a restaurant that can equal this one. read more

Atmosphere is comfortable, service is first rate. For starters we had the Sardines and Scallops. Chef pays attention to presentation, both were flavorful and delicious. For main course we had Branzino, Caldeirada ~ Portuguese Fisherman's Stew and Feijoada Completa. Again, excellent presentation and each plate was wonderful and unique experience. Reservations are recommended so you don't miss out. read more

Great service and atmosphere. Excellent food overall. Flavorful and well made. Nice wine and port list with good selection. Wish there were more menu options but overall a great restaurant. read more

Everything the service was impeccable its was our anniversary so they start us off with a couple of glasses of sparkling wine very nice . The dinner wow I had the clam and pork belly you talking about flavor man or man its was heaven in a bowl . My wife had the catch of the day sea bass melted in your mouth. You get surprise appetizers shrimp thing it was great . You definitely need bread for my dish it's drip city . They have a homemade bread it was to die for . This place is presentation is everything and the food taste as good as it looks the corn spinach was excellent. It's been there 20 something years for a restaurant you got to no good try it prices aren't all that bad read more

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Wow!! We had one of our best meals ever tonight. We sat at the bar and could watch them cook in the live fire. It was so flavorful and everything was perfectly cooked! Highly recommend! read more

Ive been to a bunch of the local restaurants and they're all great, but I was looking for over the top. I believe we found it. All of the flavors, this had to be the best food I've eaten in a long time! We got the day boat scallops, with the chorizo crust and the octopus to start, phenomenal! Finishing with the branzino and Caldeirada - Portuguese Fisherman's Stew. The branzino was succulent! The service was excellent (forgive me, I can't remember her name) everyone who worked there were engaging while being professional. The ambiance was cozy and relaxing. We're going to try their sister restaurant Tasca Tasca, for lunch. read more

LaSalette Restaurant - Caldeirada - Portuguese Fisherman's Stew - Portuguese Near Me - Sonoma, California

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This was a really lovely experience. It is a very cozy and warm restaurant and the staff is also warm and friendly. Not pretentious like it can be at "nice" restaurants. We really enjoyed the food and there were definitely more items on the menu that we were interested in trying. If we are back in the area, I would definitely return. read more

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I think this was my 3rd time visiting LaSalette. Have always loved the food here. This was the first restaurant where I tried authentic Portugese food. And, then I also went to Portugal a couple of years ago, and loved the baked casserole with salt cod and potatoes i had there. Had been trying to find that at a few other Portugese places but none came close until I tried that at LaSalette. So yum! Service was great as always, even though it was super crowded for Mother's day. We had arrived a little earlier than our reservation time, but they were able to find us a table quickly. Their sardines are a must have! And, if you have sweet tooth, do try the traditional rice pudding with cinnamon, braised fig, and ice cream sandwich combo in dessert. So yum! read more

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Best food in all of Sonoma. Service, food presentation and flavor is fine dining experience at Bistro prices. This is an amazing hidden gem. If it was on the Main Street you couldn't get a seat. But it is tucked away and so it is worth looking for it. We've so far tried the tomato soup, octopus, sardines, pulled pork, scallops and chicken salad and of course the pear desert. Absolutely 10 out of 10!!!! All I would improve is that its location be closer to my home!! I would eat here every other day!! Thanks again for a perfect lunch yet again. No pictures of our first visit but it was equally impressive. read more

LaSalette Restaurant - Scallops are to die for. - Portuguese Near Me - Sonoma, California

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One of our favorite restaurants in Sonoma. Service is attentive and professional and the food is delicious from start to finish. Last night I tried their Portuguese white flight, and it was very tasty. I'm not familiar with Portuguese wine so the flight was fun. We both ordered the fisherman's stew, which seems to be one of their best dishes as several other tables also ordered the stew. Apps and desserts were well-executed and fantastic. If you've never been here, allow yourself a little extra time to find the space. It's not on the main drag, but hidden in an alley. Worth seeking out. Tip: order the port flight with their caramel dessert read more

great meal from apps to dinner to dessert, and the restaurant had really top notch service. we weren't very enchanted by the location (at the end of a short street with views of a parking lot and neighboring stores) but we would definitely return for the food and service! read more

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This restaurant was the highlight of our Sonoma weekend getaway! We sat on the cozy patio which smelled amazing thanks to the star jasmine shrubs that surrounded us. Our 2 small dogs were also welcomed with a bowl of water. It was hard to narrow down what to order as there are so many enticing choices! The baked oysters were amazing and we loved the complimentary chef's amuse bouche shrimp croquettes which were crispy and rich in flavor. The Bacalhau no Forno was unlike any dish I've ever had before and would definitely order again ! My husband loved the Pork and clams dish - the pork was so tender and flavorful . We are still talking about how amazing this tasted ! The "caramel " dish was also a highlight - I especially loved the crunchiness of the almond brittle . The service was also attentive . We can't wait to come back again to try more dishes and will recommend to anyone looking for a unique culinary delight in Sonoma !! read more

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Lovely, quiet, and private spot for a formal lunch before wine tasting in Sonoma. Husband was underwhelmed by the feijoada, but I enjoyed the fisherman's stew (beautiful presentation). Wish we hadn't been in a rush - would've liked to have tried their dessert menu. read more

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Delicious! We came here for dinner with our pup and it was everything we were expecting! A friend had recommended this place and specifically told us to order the octopus and the branzino. The branzino was amazing! Delicate, flavorful and just perfect! I also appreciated their flights of wines specifically from Portugal. The restaurant is quaint and has plenty of outdoor seating. Will def make a point of returning! read more

LaSalette Restaurant - Portuguese Near Me - Sonoma, California

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We enjoyed the finest cook presentation of full branzino we have ever head with amazing Portuguese wines at our recent visit. The staff feels like family and takes care of their patrons like family. Extra bites from the chef, welcome to sit and stay as long as we wanted, just a perfect meal in every way. read more

LaSalette Restaurant - Stone hearth at LaSallete - Portuguese Near Me - Sonoma, California

We came from out of town to Sonoma for our 50 th anniversary dinner here. The food was excellent. The octopus appetizer was cooked to perfection, not overdone. The wine selection is fairly extensive. Recommend getting one of the flights. One star off for two reasons: The place was extremely crowded being valentines day but it looked like they brought extra tables in. It was cramped Secondly, we had informed them it was our 50 th anniversary dinner. Aside from a quick mention by the host, there was nothing else. I appreciate that they were busy but a tiny complimentary something as other restaurants have done would have made it special. Don't ask if the diner is celebrating an occasion If you are not going to add a little extra. read more

LaSalette Restaurant - Two desserts..the Traditional and the Caramel. - Portuguese Near Me - Sonoma, California

I regret not coming here sooner. We have been visiting Sonoma for many years, and have walked by LaSalette many times, better late than never. What a nicely honed, perfectly curated menu they have. They have indoor and a nice out door dining area. The decor is understand, with sepia colored tiles showing hanging game , copper pots and pans, nice brickwork and wood feel floors w/ white table cloth tables. The service was very prompt and efficient. Our server knew the wines and all the dishes so we had no problems deciding on pairings. One nice thing is that they offer 3 oz. glasses of vino for under $ 10- so you can do matching flights w/o breaking the bank. Everything we had was superb . Portions were ample, flavors and presentation really well done. We even got a 4 part Traditional dessert w rice pudding, fig, + and some Port to top it off. There's a good reason these folks have been around for more than 25 years, they are offering a great experience for a reasonable price. read more

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Outstanding food!! Had the Piri Piri chicken salad. One of the best salads I have ever eaten. My husband had the pork tenderloin which was perfection!! Highly recommend! read more

Delicious food and great service. Came in for lunch and everything exceeded expectations

Great place in Sonoma for a fancy dinner out. We came last weekend to celebrate our wedding anniversary and had a great experience. As soon as we got seated they brought us champagne and a mini shrimp croquette amuse bouche. We started off our meal with oysters baked in butter with chorizo (appetizer special). Then we had the octopus and finished with the branzino (dinner special). The oysters were a little on the small side, but they tasted amazing. We liked dipping our bread in the leftover butter/chorizo sauce. The octopus had a great presentation and was really tender. The branzino was well seasoned and was the perfect size for the two of us. It had a a good amount of veggies accompanying it too. We'll definitely be back again! read more

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In my opinion, the best dining experience in Sonoma. Fantastic food, definitely order the scallops and octopus. Be sure to ask your friendly server if they have the oysters with chorizo on special, order them and don't think twice, they're terrific. With indoor, outdoor and bar/chef's counter seating available, you really can't go wrong. Heat lamps are available outside as well so if it gets too chilly for you at night, they'll fire them up for you. LaSalette is great, take my word for it and make your reservation RIGHT NOW. read more

Food, service, and drinks were excellent as was the overall bistro ambiance. We had the whole Branzino that was cooked in the wood pizza oven - it was absolutely stellar. Also had the tomato salad, so well presented and very tasty. A stretch for me - had the scallops. These were excellent. For dessert I had a one of their 1oz pours, firstly it was excellent, and secondly I loved the idea of the 1oz or 2oz pours. Highly recommend. read more

Another lovely lunch at LaSalette. A favorite spot in Sonoma. Wonderful food, great service at reasonable prices. We drive up from SF to have lunch but I'd sure like to have dinner at LaSalette sometime soon. Charming little touches like an amuse bouche before, a freshly baked roll ( who gives you free bread any more?) and a tiny complementary dessert. I had the Portuguese paella which was delicious- generous amount of shellfish . My husband loved the peri peri chicken salad. Lovely interior and nice outdoor dining too. Definitely recommend and we'll be back. read more

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Wonderful lunch! An amuse bouche, homemade rolls, and a small taste dessert all included. The setting was superb and the service was amazing. Can't recommend it enough! read more

Excellent! Fantastic service- attentive and kind. Great bread and loved the chef specials. Authentic and so fresh. The patio area was lovely. We are anxious to get back and try more of the menu. read more

LaSalette Restaurant - Beef dish - Portuguese Near Me - Sonoma, California

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The service here is top notch. The kind of service I would expect in a 4 star restaurant. The Cod Cake appetizer came with 3 pieces of Cod and we wanted to split it. She offered to split it in the kitchen and add another Cod Cake for a small charge. I couldn't believe my ears. They really want to please here. Good food presented well. The pot roast could have been a bit more moist. Relatively small wine list. We chose an Alexander Valley Cab which was just right. Good sound level. Most places today are way to loud making it hard to relax and converse. Interesting and unique deserts, We chose the "Traditional" which was delicious. We had a really nice evening in the perfect restaurant for a rainy New Years Eve. read more

Came for lunch at opening time with reservations. Great food - favorites were the Portuguese Fisherman's Stew and the Fish Filet of the Day. We also got the Fish and Chips, Wood Oven Roasted Octopus, and the Pork & Clams - Porco à Alentejana. They gave us complimentary shrimp croquette to start which was yummy, and some warm complimentary bread. The downside was the service. We had to flag our server down several times to ask for things, and she never checked on us. Also, it takes a long time for the food. We came right at opening, and ordered pretty quickly. It still took us almost 2 hours to finish lunch (no dessert ordered) because of the wait for food to arrive. read more

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I think this is my new favourite lunch spot when wine hopping in Sonoma! This is a perfectly heavy, olive oil filled, fishy hardy meal when your tummy is full of wine. Everything tasted amazing, there was lots of variety on the menu for anyone's tastebuds. They give you a little welcome bite & small dessert bite on the way out. The service was fantastic and quick. Also, the prices are extremely affordable! I feel like a lot of fancy restaurants it's a massive hit to the wallet but we were all stuffed and pleased with our bill. You and easily make a reservation online before you go but also walk ins are totally available too. read more

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We had a lovely meal in the small outside eating area. Service was pleasant and attentive. The first server, instead of deserting us, even explained that her shift was ending and we would have another server for the remainder of our meal. Our dinner started with a delicious salmon amuse bouche. We had visited Portugal only two months earlier and our dishes at La Salette were even better than what we had had in Lisbon. We enjoyed the chance to try a flight of Portuguese wine. I would love to return on another visit to Sonoma. read more