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Picked up two personal pizza orders; one veggie one meaty. It was alright. Could have used a few more minutes in the oven but that is a personal preference. The dough is soft but not springy and also not thin enough, so it feels like a homemade pizza. Ingredients were good enough so I ate all the toppings and left the bread like a skinny b would, LOL read more

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Rebecca R.

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Five adults and two kids went in for pizza. Most of us were from out of town but the one local said this was her favorite pizza. We ordered a large Zorba the Greek pizza had feta, spinach etc and was vegetarian and Toby's Fav with sausage, pepperoni and garlic. Both were delicious. Particularly wonderful was the crust. It had a good amount of crust but was not heavy and chewy like most pizzas. It was the best crust I have eaten in years. The service was great, staff friendly even gave the kids some toy cars. Outdoors service was great but nice inside as well. Also had some good cider with different flavors. I highly recommend. read more

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If you're looking for a delicious pizza and a quick bite before you start galavanting through Guerneville, Smart Pizza is the local spot you need to try. We called ahead on a Friday night, and be prepared as they cook everything to order, so it may take sometime. The owner and pizza chef were nice, and the pizza was delicious and crispy after a long day of travel. Their salads come prepackaged and portioned. Ambiance reminds me of a local pizza spot, and a place where laughter, drinks and slices are shared and enjoyed :) read more

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We were super hesitant to come here due the low reviews. I can definitely see how the service wasn't the most friendly, but the food was very decent. We got a ranch chicken pizza, which had tender pieces of chicken and plenty of bacon. I don't think the Cajun sauce really tastes like much at all underneath all the toppings. I really liked the sweetness of the sauce with the onions as well. We picked up hot honey from a supermarket and that was a great dinner! I'm not sure why the reviews are awful, but for me, I think the food is one of the better options in Guerneville! read more

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Andrea D.

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My friend and I decided to go here after wine tasting. The outside was colorful and clean. The inside was a bit darker but so colorful and neat. We were immediately greeted and shown a menu. We ordered a Ceasar salad, a whole loaf of garlic bread, lemonade and 2 pizzas (Toby Fav and Cajun Combo). We sat outside and our food was brought outside. The lemonade was refreshing, the salad was crisp, the garlic bread was tasty, the pizzas were delicious and the even the ranch was good! Our server was very attentive and even brought us more ranch to take home. If I'm ever back in the area, I'll definitely go back. read more

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Amanda L.

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The pizza is good. The service is great and the prices aren't too bad. I like the location and most of the workers. It's nice to have pizza near Monte Rio. read more

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Bryn H.

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Genuinely the best most fresh, toe curling pizza i have ever experienced in my life. 10/10 ambiance, 10/10 bbq bacon ranch pizza, 10/10 service. Would recommend if you are in gunterville. read more

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We ordered a pepperoni pizza and bbq wings and it was worth the wait very delicious the vibe was also awesome and the service was great will definitely come back here next trip read more

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This lovely unapologetic popular pizza place at the river gets very busy. I was eager for a quick snack and noted that they had pizza bread and got in and out and a reasonable amount of time so if you're in a hurry and you need some quick super tasty eats. I do have to recommend the pizza bread Place is and the staff is no nonsense and straightforward which adds to its charm. Seeing the locals come to grab their pizzas and come at closing and hopes they get a pizza an hour later amusing. Everyone wants to seem to get a bite here, but do you plan ahead order ahead and get the pizza of your dreams because people do covet the pizza here. The inside is brightly decorated as well as the outdoor areas, which makes it a great place for small or large groups. read more

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Edward R.

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Great pizza, nice place, pleasant service. Pretty quick as well. What more does one need?

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Chavex E.

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Love to come here when camping at Johnson beach campground. Just a few steps away and the pizza is sooo good!!! Friendly service and Nice back deck to enjoy your food. read more

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Mary H.

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I love their Calzone. I used to love their pizza. I'm not sure if this was just a fluke or if they are getting skimpy on their toppings? 1/2 slice salami on one piece. Two 1/2 slices on the other. Two very tiny pieces of mushrooms on one and three on the other. This is so sad. read more

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Sam S.

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My girlfriend and I stopped in here on a whim on a weekend trip and we fell in love. The pesto artichoke pizza was the best we've ever had. The restaurant is decked out in awesome, vintage memorabilia that we loved to look at as we ate. The owner and woman working the register were very kind to us and everyone else who walked in the door, we enjoyed swapping stories of San Francisco dates. Would highly recommend. read more

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Matt C.

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Not bad. I am spoiled with the pizza place by where I live. One of the better Italian restaurants... pizzerias. I know I shouldn't compare these places to one another. It better than Domino's for sure! read more

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Ivett L.

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Half our pizza was burnt so badly we couldn't eat it. The wings we ordered tasted like they were boiled and then dipped in drenched in bbq sauce. The energy with the staff wasn't friendly. I do not recommend anything from here. read more

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Lisa S.

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picked up a quick dinner pizza while we were in the area. we tried calling but I do not think their phone is working or its the right number to contact them with. so we ended up going inside ordering the food and waited for it. They were really quick and cooked it while we waited. So fast and we were in and out of there in no time. thanks for our dinner while we were visiting! great pick up spot for q quick bite to eat for visitors! read more

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Not a lot of pictures because we were so hungry, but I can definitely recommend Smart Pizza for families and friends who need a good pizza fixing during breaks in between exploring the red woods and/or Russian River. They are extremely efficient and quickly got our appetizers and pizzas ready, for 5 families! (Thanks to the owner, who was patient and had a killer sense of humor) The portions are quite good, and the flavoring of all the pizzas (pepperoni, hawaiian, combo) are solid. Thanks Smart Pizza! read more

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Rj S.

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Owner is unapologetically liberal and likes to argue politics with people. I'm forgetting her name but any business owner should know better than to play politics. As for pizza, honestly nothing to have about. read more

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Alett B.

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We ordered a large 1/2 pepperoni & 1/2 cheese and a medium pesto chicken to pickup. The pizza was tasty and lots of cheese. The crust was thin but the pizza edge was crunchy outside & soft with a little chew inside. The pesto chicken was yummy. The people were very nice. read more

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Grace F.

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Pizza was so good!!! It was incredibly fresh and very cheesy. The decor is so cool too. It felt like a little time capsule with all the pictures from the 50's and old rock and roll posters. Staff was friendly and service was quick. Very happy we stopped in. read more

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Christopher C.

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Not sure why Smart Pizza doesn't have better reviews? Their pizza is high quality. Not a thin crust but a fresh pizza dough crust which I'm sure is made on order. We had a salad and a couple draft beers. Both good as well. They had a solid draft selection too. The ambiance is old school pizza vibe with a nod to the history of the area reflected by the pictures on the walls. The staff was welcoming. Solid spot. I would recommend and definitely go back. read more

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Marla B.

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Cashier - Duchess of Dough (at least, that was the name on the receipt) $32.50 (Bacon, Chicken, Ranch, BBQ Pizza - $22.95, Beer $7.00) I'm only giving this restaurant a 3* review because it would be too much to give it more "UNLESS" I was only reviewing the pizza. It's a little hole in the wall in Guerneville, a friend wanted to try. She'd read something about the owners (ladies) who were possibly written up or reviewed poorly over some political BS. So we wanted to support their endeavors. No inside seating at present, but it was a nice day to eat outside. From the get go the Pizza Maker person was so rude, argumentative and confrontational and somewhat mocking, we almost didn't proceed w/the pizza order. He actually started to get in an argument with me over where he came from and sadly some political BS. My friend and I both agreed, the owner needs to know of this very rude employee. Especially considering the Pizza was off the hook fantastic! Great combinations, generous size, wonderful fluffy and chewy crust, piping hot and once you start, it's hard to stop eating it. Yummy pizza sauce too, that did not overwhelm and it was not swimming in runny cheese. All ingredients were right to the edge of the crust. If you are in the area, do give it a try. A pie takes about 30+ min., so grab a beer and eat outside. Just wish the beer had been colder, as in the little red cup it warmed up pretty quickly. Fingers crossed your pizza maker on the day of your visit is not this angry dude. Tried to give a rating on Trip Advisor, but they are not listed. read more

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Rosa B.

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Amazing pizza! Friendly and quick service! Pricey but was very tasty. Tiny place with BiG vibes!

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Kind of good, kind of not. The crust is super, and the sauce tastes good. But I think they must use the most cheapest mozarella in the world. It's kind of like plastic. And the toppings, especially the onions, tasted almost slightly bad. I was also really disappointed they wouldn't let us out on their tree-shaded back deck next to river on a nice day. The only other option for being outside was out in front on the street, which I don't like because of cars. And at that particular time, the sun was setting and blinding us, and a bunch of unsightly drug addicts were smoking drugs near us, from which I got a very unwanted slight contact high. read more

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Lisa T.

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Indifferent cheese pizza by the slice: $5. Good location on the square gives you a premium view of meth heads and their pit bulls. read more

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Dan C.

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Went on a random drive to Guerneville today and found this fun little spot. Awesome, colorful front patio, all sorts of random decor, the pizza is awesome, wide beer on tap selection, fun people, good vibes. I will 100% be back. Can't recommend enough. read more

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Ziyan C.

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We came to make a takeout order on a Monday around 7:30 pm. We were quoted 30 minutes but it took more like 20 minutes for our pizza to be ready. We got: * 14" Half Hawaiian, half sausage/pepperoni (forget which pizza) - 3 stars This was not bad, not amazing. Worked to fulfill our pizza craving. There was quite a bit of very soft/stretchy cheese. The crust was medium thickness and on the soft side. read more

Smart Pizza - 14" Half Hawaiian, half sausage/pepperoni (forget which pizza) - 3 stars. Not bad, not amazing. Just average. Mon eve takeout 2020-07-13 - Pizza Near Me - Guerneville, California

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R. G.

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The key to a great pizza is excellent crust. Smart pizza has it! The sauces and toppings are top shelf, also. If you like ham, try it here as they use real baked ham chunks, not the thin deli style composite type. read more

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Harry T.

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Had the vegetarian pizza had cheese olives artichoke spinach tomato and onions really good great crust and flavorful sauce read more

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Tiffany A.

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My Wife and I eat here about once a month and LOVE it. Super consistently delicious pizza. Goldilocks dough - not thin crust, but not too thick, crispy, but also fluffy, and just mildly sweet. Oh and the pizza sauce and ranch are amazing Also, always quick and quality - less than a 30min wait. read more

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They have a good outdoor seating. Pizzas are delicious, exactly what you need after a good day out on the trails. The cook was amazing, he customized the pizza for my daughter. read more

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Ken W.

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I am a long term customer, i.e., years. They do a good job. If there was a 4.5 stars option I'd most likely mark that. If there were a dollar sign rating for the cost of their pizza I would ring it in at about $$$$$. The pizzas are pricey. No matter, their food is very good. In past years I have eaten in and during summer the back deck is unique and pleasant. In recent years I mostly order take out to watch a ball game at home (usually pizza, but their spaghetti and meatballs is excellent and generous) . Almost always their staff is polite and friendly which for me is a big deal. When you want a good pizza or a hearty pasta dish Smart Pizza is a good choice. read more

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Vince S.

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This place has awesome pizza and cheese bread. We ordered the pesto chicken and got to have the plain cheese.

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Tiffany D.

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Combo pizza with the meat and veggies is the way to go! Chicken pizza was a bit dry. Standard on the road drop in and grab pizza! read more

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Jason K.

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Pizza is alright. Toppings are good crusty is doughy and soft. No crisp. Service kinda weird Ambiance cool read more

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David M.

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Making pizza is certainly an interpretive art. I thought this was a good pizza. A busy event week with a fair and realistic wait of 40 minutes from time of order. Had the all meat which was wonderfully cheesy, saucy, and messy. I was surprised by the ham being chopped, but every restaurant in town did ham the same way. Must be the way around here. It was our first meal in town, and I think we'll end the week here as well. I'm disappointed in the sad meltdowns of poor reviews. There are always those who know nothing about the process of making pizza, or the possibility of cross contamination from an errant ingredient. I'd stay away from pizza if the strength of my genetics was so poor I have possible allergies to the multitude of ingredients that can and do go into a pizza. A reminder the Earth circles the Sun. read more

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PS B.

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I am not exaggerating when I say that my ham and pineapple pizza was one of the best I've ever had. They used pieces of ham, and not sliced. It was a nice change There was a bit of a wait due to an event weekend and they were upfront about that. I'm so glad I waited because it was delicious. read more

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Jason E.

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This place was amazing and understanding! They made the list amazing pesto pizza for my bff and gave her a free root beer because she didn't read the minimum purchase amount. Lovely establishment and amazing team than you for everything read more

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Apparently 8:30 is too late to order a pizza from a restaurant that closes at 9... I was polite about it.. she was not read more

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16205 1st St
Guerneville, CA 95446
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(707) 869-0651
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Hours

What time does Smart Pizza open?

Smart Pizza opens at 11:30 AM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Smart Pizza close?

Smart Pizza closes at 8:30 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Smart Pizza is closed on Tuesday.

Mon, Wed-Sun 11:30 AM - 8:30 PMTue Closed

Payment methods

Does Smart Pizza take credit cards?

Yes, Smart Pizza takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Smart Pizza have catering options?

Yes, Smart Pizza does have catering options.

Does Smart Pizza serve alcohol?

Yes, Smart Pizza serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Smart Pizza have TVs?

Yes, Smart Pizza has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Smart Pizza have bike parking?

Yes, Smart Pizza has bike parking.

Does Smart Pizza have outdoor seating?

Yes, Smart Pizza has outdoor seating options.

Does Smart Pizza have parking?

Yes, Smart Pizza has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Smart Pizza have free WiFi?

No, Smart Pizza does not have free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

we are tops in -hand crafted old- school pizza. We cook our own sausage , chicken and sauces.We grind our mushrooms and chop our vegetables fresh every day. We use only California Gold cheeses and we grind them from block fresh on premise.We put our family name on the door and we are a close knit group,we will treat you like family.This is different than most pizzas today-come in and see for yourself- these old brick ovens have cooked a lot of great pizza and we want to cook one for you too! You owe it to yourself to try this pizza parlour.

History

Established in 1999.

When I left San Francisco I wanted a small manageable business that would support my family and I. I always have loved pizza and cooking so.... We have grown into a very dependable spot for gatherings of tourists and locals alike. We have fun with it and hope you do too. Please try pizza made "the old fashioned way" You will be surprised at how good real pizza can be.

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5.2 mi

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Specifically went to the bodega bay farmer's market to get some of these baked goods. The salted…read morebread round was outstanding. Ate it with a delicious, fresh butter we got from the cheese vendor there. We had another round from a local bakery to compare it to. No contest, Raymond's won out! There were also some berry type things. I liked that there was minimal sweetness added and the tart berry flavor came through. The brownie was chocolatey and not too sweet, melt in your mouth texture. Planning another visit soon.

This was a recommendation of the airbnb we stayed at. It "appeared" to be open on our first day,…read morebut never opened again. We stoped by to see "hours of operation" on the store front, but there was nothing. There was a sign stating live music from 6-9 the next night. We went by again the next day and night hoping to buy some pastries, but they were closed yet again. There is also no hours of operation on their website and yelp says they're only open on Fridays for a few hrs???!!!. Perhaps they're out of business or only open on special occasions and or requests.....

Gravenstein B&B Cottage

Gravenstein Cottage at Dusk in the Redwoods

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Our Family Bakery

Baked on the River

4.3(215 reviews)

0.2 mi

You cannot beat this place if you are in Guerneville or near you must stop by. Everything is fresh…read moreand delicious not to mention the owner and staff are absolutely a delight. I love the fresh baked bread and cookies. It's casual and warm inside, you will feel at home.

I had heard great things about this place so was really excited to see that they'd be open while I…read morewas in town. They did not disappoint! It was a Monday morning so it was pretty quiet, so we decided to we would try to eat outside with our dog. She unfortunately could not handle herself when another dog showed up so we ended up taking our food to-go, but it was still amazing. They had told us that they offer house-made doggie meatballs and so they gave us the meatball to take home as well. I got the spicy mocha, and it probably the best spicy mocha I have ever had. The balance between the flavor of the chocolate, the spiciness, and other warm spices was incredible. My partner got the dark mocha, which was also delicious! In terms of food, we got: Pancakes from the North and added a side of egg. The pancake is super thin, almost like a crepe, and comes with sides of whipped cream, syrup, butter, and lingonberry jam. This was absolutely delicious, would definitely get again. Groovy sconed and gravy - this was the extra winner for us because we are pescatarians and don't usually get to find a gravy we can eat! The veg version has cheddar herb scones (regular version is cheddar-bacon) in a gravy (not sure what they use for the gravy, but we did confirm it's vegetarian). The gravy was thick and delicious, the scones were hearty enough to not get totally soaked and soggy, and the poached egg it came with was perfectly jammy. Our dog was obsessed with the doggie meatballs, she gives it 11/10! We got a sweet scone to eat later, which was also divine. I am definitely coming back next time I'm in town! (Without my dog so we can actually eat at the restaurant and have the full experience)

Garden butterfly

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Blueberry Blast

Highland Dell

4.5(171 reviews)

2.5 mi

Stayed here for New Year's Eve weekend. A sweet Bavarian get away spot. Our room was small but…read moreclean and adequate for the two-night stay. It's an older building on the river so it's not high luxury or filled with modern convenience (like an elevator). But we loved the chalet feel, the big fire in the lobby fireplace, the decor. The newer addition houses the restaurant and bar which are very spacious. Continental breakfast was included and a good start to the day. It's quiet, warm, clean and affordably priced. Very much like little hotels we've been to in Europe. Recommend for a short trip, and suggest getting a room with a view of the river if available.

We visited this lovely restaurant/hotel for dinner on a cold Sunday night in November…read more They have a lot of weddings, as it had a large hall with bright lights and folding chairs/tables. Not inviting so we sat at a high boy in the darkened bar, which was much nicer. I'm sure it's beautiful to sit on the balcony in the summer on warm nights. We chatted with the German owner who was doubling as a bartender, who was very nice. We loved the German influences in the bar, as we had just been to Oktoberfest in Munich. The owner's daughter Sarah runs the kitchen. My husband had a pork tenderloin schnitzel "Vienna style" ($20) and I had a jaegerschnizel with mushroom gravy ($20) and both were excellent. We split the potato pancakes (two with sour cream and apple sauce, $12) which were served crispy but tasty. They had a nice German beer and wine list. We finished with a delicious apple strudel to complete a lovely meal. I recommend this restaurant for tasty dinners in a unique venue.

Inside the bar at Highland Dell in Monte Rio

Apple Strudel

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Front of building from street, historical structure over 100 years old

Korbel Champagne Cellars

4.2(621 reviews)

1.8 mi

I recently visited Korbel Champagne Cellars with a friend on a day trip. It was easy a beautiful…read moredrive to the property with winding roads and then plentiful parking spaces. We were very early for the tour so grabbed a quick warm beverage while wandering through the shops and enjoying the ambiance of the fireplace. Our tour guide was friendly and personable. I do wish we'd had a few more minutes in the museum to look over the antique equipment and exhibits. The tasty was just $15 (as others have mentioned) for a generous glass of champagne (no barely there sips here) and you get to sample 3 different types of champagne. I thoroughly enjoyed my first visit to Korbel and hope to return again soon

Korbel Champagne Cellars was such a fun and easy wine-tasting stop, especially after celebrating…read moreour engagement proposal! The tasting is only $15, which is incredibly cheap compared to most places in the area - definitely one of the best deals in Sonoma. The champagnes themselves are inexpensive, but still really enjoyable, and the tasting experience is relaxed, friendly, and not pretentious at all. It's a great place to sip, celebrate, and enjoy bubbly without breaking the bank. The grounds are pretty, the staff is welcoming, and overall it was the perfect little celebratory stop.