Asahi in Healdsburg delivers consistent quality. Fresh fish…read more Clean cuts. Proper rice texture. Each piece tastes intentional. Nigiri stands out. Rolls stay balanced and tight. Portions feel right. The space feels calm and comfortable. A definite go too!

This evening's meal was disappointing, especially at this price point. I ordered the omakase…read moretasting menu, and at roughly $175 total, the experience fell short of expectations. The appetizers started the evening on uneven footing. The first course was acceptable, though the vegetables seemed tired, as though they had been pre-sliced the day before. The second appetizer -- boiled fatty eel with cabbage and carrots -- was bland and forgettable. In hindsight, I should have sent it back. The tempura was similarly underwhelming. It felt indistinguishable from what you might receive as part of a lunch special at an average neighborhood Japanese restaurant. At this level, I expect a lighter, more delicate batter with a crisp, almost ephemeral texture. The nigiri was good, though not exceptional. One puzzling choice was the use of chopped scallions on every piece. The piece topped with truffle-infused butter was theatrically seared tableside using an oversized torch that looked like it came from the plumbing aisle at Home Depot. The presentation felt unnecessarily aggressive and distracting; a smaller culinary torch would have been far more appropriate. That said, the ahi tuna itself was outstanding -- probably the best slice of ahi I have ever had, and easily the highlight of the meal. Dessert was another miss: an eggy bread course that tasted as though it had been prepared days earlier and stored under plastic wrap. Oddly, one of my biggest frustrations was the absence of iced tea. Virtually every Japanese restaurant serves iced tea, so its omission felt strangely out of touch. Service was efficient but impersonal. Courses arrived too quickly until I specifically requested more time between dishes. There was little warmth or engagement throughout the evening. I've had excellent meals at Asahi Sushi in the past, which made this experience even more disappointing. Unfortunately, this visit did not justify the price, and overall the meal fell far below expectations.

There's a woman named Kendall that helped me who is absolutely fabulous and really enhanced my…read moreexperience and enjoyment of the tea. There was another young lady helping me, and she was super sweet too. I loved the wide selection of Asian teas offered along and served in double walled glasses so they stay warm! Highly recommend the homemade dumplings too. There are not a lot of tea shops overall, and this one is a true gem!

Really cute and unexpected find during our staycation in Healdsburg. Look for the sign of a cat…read moreeating ramen! Their decor is quirky and fun inside, with only a few tables, so reservations are recommended (although we managed to get a table walking in on a weekday afternoon). They have a massive selection of teas, pretty much any kind you can think of and then some, as well as an impressive selection of sake. Which all goes well with their ramen, which is the only thing we tried this time. It's not quite the typical ramen you would see at Japanese spots in SF or South Bay, but I imagine quite good for North Bay and tasty in their own right. I wouldn't mind going back even just for teas and sake and maybe some lighter bites.

Really fresh and delicious sushi from this hidden Healdsburg gem that's been around for 20 years…read more Small mom and pop place behind the Westamerica Bank just off Piper & Healdsburg Avenue. We had the sushi: Healdsburg roll (spicy tuna,avocado with escolar, tuna on top, with unagi sauce) for $15.95, Utah roll (prawn tempura, crab, tuna with sauce) for $19.95 and Marilyn Monroe roll (prawn tempura, crab, scallop with sauce) which had a pink sauce for $19.95. Huge portions with 9 pieces each which melt in your mouth. One star off as they use imitation crab. Large Sapporo for $7.95 must be the best deal in town (like 3 beer equivalent). They also have a wide assortment of sake which we didn't try. Last time I got the prawn and vegetable tempura for $17.95 and it was huge! Came with rice and dipping sauce. Yummy. They have a cute sushi bar with seats and it's air conditioned inside, with a pet friendly patio with fountain outside. There are 4 Japanese restaurants in town and though a lot of folks got take out here, it's not crowded even the Saturday night of July 4th holiday. Recommend you give them a try!

This place was our first date 17 years ago and I'm So glad…read morewe had a chance to come back here for lunch with our son. Sushi was on point and so good! Service is good and restaurant looks exactly the same as 17 years ago. Our favorite is the martini prawns and carburetor roll.

What a delight to find this place on a rainy afternoon. The restaurant is in a comfortable old…read morehouse, and the welcoming staff seated me at a high-top next to a warm fire. I started with the creamy chicken croquetas, what a pity there were only three. I could have eaten a dozen. I also had the crispy asparagus and jamon "cigarillos" with manchego and a harissa aioli. Pure bliss. The roasted beets with walnuts and idazabal cheese were delicious and very generous, a reminder that one shouldn't go to a tapas restaurant alone! So take a friend or two and go.

On a Sunday night there aren't a lot of affordable options for dinner that are open past 8:00…read more Besides still serving after 8:00, the prices here are reasonable, the portion sizes larger than expected for tapas, and the back patio is pleasant, and surprisingly warm from the many propane heaters. The food though was disappointing. The most interesting item was the clams that came in a cava broth with garlic and parsley. They brought some toasted hearty bread to soak up the sauce. The baby kale salad was also nice with shaved fennel and manchego. The other three dishes were both off and a bit weird. The cauliflower came with bacon, which was good, and sweet dates; the dates were an odd addition and they stuck to your teeth. The calamari, was prepared well - it wasn't chewy - but it just had an off flavor, or at least one I haven't experienced before. Same too for the octopus. This was a much larger portion than typical - two tentacles, plus potatoes and olives. The octopus though was rather mealy. Small Spanish red wine list; only four. Tried two and neither were our favorites. The 1970s-80s classic rock soundtrack was an odd choice for background music.

Great lunch! Upstairs is the more casual lunch spot and downstairs is the fancy Michelin rated…read morerestaurant. (Our friend knows the artist who did all the paintings downstairs!) Service was attentive and friendly. Food was fabulous. Eating outside was very comfortable, they had heat lamps. Highly recommend coming here.

We came here for dinner and the food was incredible. The shrimp ceviche was fresh and flavorful,…read moreand the salad was equally fresh and well prepared. The steak was tender, and the sauce paired with it perfectly. The fries were cooked just right, crispy and delicious. A standout dish for us was the pizza--we ordered half without bacon and added burrata cheese, and the spicy kick combined with the rich flavors made it amazing. The restaurant itself is charming and has a very nice ambiance. The only downside was the service at the beginning of the evening. We had to wait for our table and sat at the bar in the meantime, but despite arriving earlier, we were seated after several people who came in after us. Once seated, it also took a while for our server to greet our table. After that initial delay, however, everything else went smoothly and we had a great experience overall.

I adore this place. Last weekend we decided to stay the night in the area so I made reservations…read morehere and it did not disappoint! Making reservations was so easy and the woman I spoke with was very accommodating! When we arrived they sat us right away and were prompt on getting our drinks! Our server was hilarious and really on top of it. We ordered the little neck clams in butter and beer broth and wow they are incredible! We also got the little gem salad and the sourdough (this is a must) and we got the daily ceviche which was halibut with peppers. My partner got the hanger steak and it was cooked to perfection. She only gave up one bite to me but boy was it good! In the past we have also had the kale Caesar, the clam strips, yellow tail ceviche, and fresh oysters. I have not had a bite of food there that I did not enjoy. The place is shaped a little weird and some seats are more desirable than others. We love the booth (you pretty much have to make reservations to get one) but it is worth mentioning that we are both pretty average size people (maybe a bit more than average if I'm being honest) but anyone who is on the bigger side probably wouldn't fit in the booth. It's a really tight squeeze getting into them because they have these little wall things that come out a tad too far. It is great people watching from there though! They also have beautiful outdoor seating! Overall this is 5 stars for me. If you love seafood and good service you have to check this place out!

We came here with a group last week. The service was the…read morereal problem, with long waits for the dishes -- and inexplicably, a huge wait for bread. The wait was such that one member of the party got food 15 mins after anyone else. The food itself was quite flavorful and good. The octopus tacos were really top notch as were the other tacos we had. The other dishes were good but not as memorable. Perhaps if they fixed the service issues, this place would be great.

From the moment we arrived, Valette had us. The restaurant is stunning -- a beautifully designed…read moreinterior that flows seamlessly into a gorgeous outdoor dining area. We knew immediately this was going to be a special night. We went all in with the chef's prix fixe menu, and it delivered from the very first bite. Warm, homemade dinner rolls -- fragrant with thyme, garlic, and chili flakes, served alongside pillowy whipped butter -- set the tone perfectly. We loved them so much we asked for a second basket without a moment's hesitation. The Sonoma County Organic Salad that followed was nothing short of a revelation: crisp Little Gem lettuce, Pioneer Micro Herbs and edible flowers, beautifully shaved vegetables, whipped fromage blanc, and a Green Goddess dressing that tied it all together with effortless elegance. Perfection is the only word for it. For our entrées, the Petrale Sole Meunière was a masterclass in refined, soulful cooking -- the Costeaux sourdough croutons, potato fondant, haricot verts, and caper beurre noisette working in perfect harmony. And the pork porchetta with nduja? Cooked flawlessly, bold, deeply satisfying, and utterly memorable. We paired the meal with the Valette Rosé of Pinot Noir, which has instantly earned a place among the finest rosés we've ever tasted -- vibrant, nuanced, and a dream with every course. Dessert brought the ItsNotA 'Snickers Bar' and the Almond Frangipane, both executed brilliantly and the ideal sweet finale to an extraordinary meal. Valette isn't just a great restaurant -- it's our new favorite dining destination, full stop. We'll be back, again and again.

Valette was the meal we were most looking forward to on our 3-day Healdsburg visit, mostly because…read moreof the favorable reviews. It's a great room with good energy and although I was expecting more of a white tablecloth experience, it was casual, which was fine. Unfortunately, my entire entree (sole meunière with green beans and fondant potatoes) was uniformly bland...no trace of salt or seasoning whatsoever. The entire dish was blah. I can't remember the last time I complained about inadequate seasoning, but when it's nowhere to be found, it's hard to ignore. The beans were pretty much raw. I enjoy bright green beans served al dente beans, but raw? No. The fondant potatoes were anemic (zero golden color, zero confit). All three pieces seemed steamed, steamed unevenly, and served cold. One of the three fondants was very firm and barely cooked. I needed to cut it with a knife. The other two were fork tender but alas, cold and flavorless. Honestly, it was kinda weird that all three components of this dish were just so darned boring and lacking temperature. I had only started my meal when I told the server about my impression of the dish. He took my feedback cheerily and said he'd let the chef know for future reference, but no "How can we fix this?" It was a bummer. When eating a classically delicious dish feels like punishment, something's not right. On the bright side, the server had a very nice manner. The room was lovely and had good energy. The menu was priced lower than we expected. And the chilled english pea soup was absolutely delicious. So Valette is capable of getting some things right. I'm not sure whether to chalk it up to "off night" or poor quality control in the kitchen. I guess both, maybe.

Food was DELICIOUS! Sushi, apps, drinks, all of it, 10/10…read more Service was impeccable. I absolutely adore each and every server, they were all so kind and helpful. I even got a compliment from one. Thanks guys! The owner is amazing, she left her card with my boyfriend and that's how we ended up here! I'm so glad she left her card with him, this place was such a good find! The owner even recognized him when we walked in, very kind!

Location in a mall may not seem all that representative of fine Asian cuisine; or fine cuisine of…read moreany variety. Look past that and from the outside it may appear to be closed; windows all blackened. But once inside you instantly sense the authenticity and the aroma. You stepped from Windsor, Ca into Japan. The staff greet you quickly with genuine smiles and open joy. The menu reveals an excellent selection of rolls, bento, Raman and more. Whatever you choose you will be rewarded with fresh, delicious and inspiring meals.

Came here for dinner on a Saturday night as a party of 3. I didn't have super high expectations…read moregiven that there aren't many asian food offerings in this area compared to the South Bay Area but this place pleasantly surprised me! They had authentic wasabi and great ginger slices! We were seated in the back patio and it was enjoyable because it wasn't hot and there was plenty of shade from the Bamboo. Fried Calamari - 3/5 a bit dry but the sweet Thai aioli was interesting Geisha - 5/5 - Standard sushi roll 49er - 5/5 - my fave b/c of the refreshing lemon slice Carberator - 3.5/5 - just okay b/c I'm not the biggest fan of Tempura, we ordered it since it wasn't spicy for one of the members of my party to be able to enjoy and it was their favorite Snow White - 4/5 - a bit too saucy but great flavor ~~Parking: There's a dedicated parking lot that's pretty spacious, we didn't have any troubles finding parking. ~~Service: Good. All of the waitresses are super nice, though it can be a little difficult to get help from the back patio just due to not being within natural eyesight of them. ~~Best Part: 49er roll ~~Worst Part: Nothing. ~~Return: Yes

We came here for dinner tonight. The rolls we got were all very fresh and tasted great with awesome…read moreplating. The staff was attentive and kept refilling our drinks. They were super friendly too. This is definitely my favorite sushi spot, even compared to all the spots in SF and the south bay. We sat outside on a sunny day and it had plenty of shade. It was surprisingly not bright due to the setup they have out back. Definitely coming back here again.

My wife Eunice and I happened upon this restaurant while celebrating our 31st wedding anniversary…read moreon April 28th 2026, and what began as a simple evening out became a memory we will cherish for years to come. From the moment we walked through the doors, Chef David Lawrence welcomed us with a warmth and sincerity that made us feel less like guests and more like honored friends. The evening unfolded beautifully from there. My wife enjoyed the filet mignon, while I ordered the 16oz ribeye -- and I can say without hesitation that it was the finest steak I have ever had. Perfectly prepared, richly flavorful, and unforgettable in every way. There are restaurants that serve great meals, and then there are places that create moments you carry with you long after the evening ends. This was one of those rare places. The exceptional food, gracious hospitality, and genuine care made our anniversary celebration truly extraordinary. Even now, I find myself speaking about this experience to anyone willing to listen. Some meals are simply eaten; this one will be remembered.

The steak was not bad. A little tough, but well cooked and seasoned. However, they are VERY…read moreexpensive and everything is ala carte except for an accompanying sauce and specialty salt. So it just goes up from the steak. The service was good. We were trying to go to dinner in Healdsburg on a Friday night. Every place we tried was booked except for this place. My guess is the prices are keeping people away. They certainly will keep me away since there are many other more affordable steak options.