Not too busy on a Thursday afternoon. Huge selection of libations. Smoking to the right, in the…read morealley. FYI

Awesome Beer Selection…read more Awesome Vibe Awesome everything Pool table, with karaoke nights

Our early Saturday morning in Sonoma was made in this bar! Vivian, behind the bar, is as sweet as…read moreshe is spicy. She had our family cracking up and kept drinks flowing. I loved the simplicity of the place and the locals coming in and out. Vivian knew them all by name. Lastly, I appreciated the quality ingredients of the Bloody Mary. No premade mix! I hope to visit Sonoma again. This will be the first place we revisit!

Total stumble upon, as I had just hiked nearby and it was a little past lunch time on a glorious…read morewarm autumn sunday. Sure I was interested in some food but it was also a football Sunday and I wanted a cold frosty beer to celebrate my hike and the start of my roadtrip. I don't do strict planning when it comes to eating and drinking. I often find it more intriguing when serendipity plays a hand. I'm walking down this town's main retail square, insured something was within reach. I pass by this unassuming dive bar with no signage but very well laid out inside. It was surprisingly quiet for a weekend afternoon in a touristy spot. Friendly bartender asked me what I wanted. But I ask first if I could get our local football game on and if they served food. Game yes said it would be on within minutes. Food unfortunately no but there were tons of options outside the door. Ordered a cold lager on tap from the east coast. The lager was light cold and refreshing. I think I finished it within minutes. Tender was quick to ask for a refill, love that. I next get a beer refill, and a Jameson on the rocks to quietly sip on, as I was now committed to watching the first half there. Very impressive glass and pour on the Irish whisky. I take a few sips but finish my beer, but this time much longer to down as I wasn't so parched now. I sip the rest of the whisky but now well diluted from the cold ice, which makes it so much more smooth to me. It opens the spirit, takes away the heat and blooms the flavors. My second round took over an hour. Then halftime hits in the game with a close score, even though my team did not look good. I tell the bartender that I'll close out to look for some lunch. By this time the bar was filling up. 3 perfectly timed drinks for well under $10 bucks a pop just sent me on my long weekend on a sweet note. I found food around the corner where they had a tv and I was able to watch the remaining of the game there. If no TVs were found, I would have gone back to the bar to finish the game. I was still pleased with my short experience there. Small town watering hole encapsulated.

Came here for some drinks and had a great time…read more HopMonk Tavern is located just next to downtown Sonoma. There is plenty of space here both inside and outside. It was extremely lively when we went on a Tuesday evening. There were families outside with tons of food that looked really good. They also have live music events every so often here. I tried one of the rotating hazy IPAs. Super solid IPA and was nice in the warm Sonoma sun. Prices are as you would expect at a place like this and are very reasonable all things considered. Overall, a place I'd definitely recommend!

Food was meh and price for what you get was worse. I can usually give some consideration for price…read moreif I am getting good tasting quality food. That was not the case here. We ordered the Nashville hot chicken sandwich with fries and the French dip with pickle fries. The Nashville chicken definitely was not hot and didn't have much flavor. Fries were ok. The French dip was better, but not for the price. Need to update the bathrooms too. Dine elsewhere.

We stopped into Sonoma Springs looking for a break from wine for a bit and had a great time!…read more Parking available in the lot out front! The interior of the space isn't huge, but there's a dedicated bar and some tables to hang out! Nothing too special about the decor, but it feels like a good local hangout. The bartender was pretty friendly, and put out snacks for all the patrons to munch on for free. The beer choices are diverse and there's a little bit of everything! We enjoyed the IPA and lager that we chose on this trip! Tuesday pints were only $5 each :) Definitely recommend checking out if you're looking for quality craft brew in a no frills establishment!

Was greeted promptly upon arrival and answered all of our questions. Helped us with picking some…read morechoices based on preferences. Great prices for a flight of beer. Great selections for every beer drinker. Loved the taste and ambience. Plus lobster food truck is a bonus.

Cool spot! Great selection of beers! Awesome Personnel!…read more Love it here! There's food trucks throughout the week. ( not sure what exact days) Our favorite is Mexikenz ( usually there Saturday afternoons) The tin bar is an old smith shop! Very cool

It's a place where you can get a PBR or a Pliny or just about everything in between. Pays homage to…read morethe local past, pre prohibition days while making a place for local musicians, residents and tourists to enjoy the present scene. No food - come to drink and purchase potato chips, pretzels and other salty bar snacks, there is also usually a food truck parked alongside the bar. The garage is untouched in the back, the long bar is spacious and the bartender is professional, friendly but is working hard so respect that. A no cell phone rule was posted but I did see one person use one lol. I did snap a photo, and my spouse bought a T shirt, high quality. Following them now on Instagram for our next local road trip visit.

Stopped in to watch the World Cup and had a great time. Bartenders were all super nice ... even…read morewhen they were busy. Loved that they had Pliney on tap; would have liked a red ale, but this worked. Loved that we were able to play Darts It was a great vibe and all the patron were also very kind ... a good time was had by all. Would I go back? Yes!

I love a good bar bar. Unpretentious. Great bartenders. Decent food when you need it. A cool dark…read moreplace on a hot day. Steiner's satisfies. Stiff drinks. Cool bartenders. Good burgers fries onion rings. Most importantly stiff drinks.

Hands down best breakfast in Sonoma. The food is soooo delicious and the drip coffee is actually…read morereally tasty roast, not the typical average diner coffee. We've eaten here a couple times. The first time I got the avocado toast which is really unique because it has roasted eggplant added in with the other toppings. The most recent time we got the lemon mascarpone crepe and French toast-- both so delicious but that might have been the best tasting French toast I've ever had. The restaurant itself is small and quaint, all chair tables no booths, but the patio seating is ample and really charming. Everyone who works there is so welcoming and kind, we felt cared for and at home. When they're busy parking can be a bit odd but we parked at the McDonald's lot next door (even tho it had signage for MD's only, whatev lol). All in all we LOVE Verano cafe, and although they don't have an exclusively kid menu it's also a friendly spot for kids. Thank you Verano Cafe! We can't wait to come back

Trifecta! Our first time eating here. It was a cold, blustery day in Sonoma and we were looking…read morefor a cozy, family owned restaurant. I looked up breakfast places and we were directed here. What a hidden gem... or maybe everyone else knows about it but us. The parking is limited, but you can park around the back or next door in the McD's lot. Seating outside, but since it was raining, we opted for inside. We walked into a cozy, friendly environment which was packed. The only table that was available, was a table for 1 in the corner. The extremely generous young man sitting by the door, heard what the server had offered us and he immediately turned to us and gave us his table and he moved to the single table. I don't think anyone has ever done this for us. We gladly accepted and in turn we treated him to breakfast. We were curious to see the plates coming out of the small kitchen. The pancakes look amazing, as did everything else we caught a glimpse of. A Vallejo omelette and a basic eggs, bacon and potatoes plate. My husband absolutely loved the omelette comparing it to the ones he used to order at the Cliff House in SF back in the day. My eggs were cooked perfectly and the potatoes were perfect with onion and red peppers added in. Omelette $20 and egg combo $19. Very reasonably priced. The service was great and the food came out piping hot. We will definitely visit again. They were written up in Sonoma magazine for the lemon pancakes and French toast.

We have been looking for a great pizza here in town and have had many disappointing pies. Finally a…read moretrue pizza place, among other dishes. The crust has a nice flavor and usually a crunch and a bit chewy. All the ingredients are quality and their sauce is delicious, best I've had here in Cali. They have a happy friendly staff. It's a nice family atmosphere, with a nice patio area. Also a separate Bar for the older crowd, always a fun group and cozy space. Definitely, will recommend to all friends and family.

Came here for dinner with a group of friends so I had the chance to try a few menu items…read more We started with drinks and a friend recommended the pina colada. It was very refreshing and well balanced. We got the mozzarella sticks and the bread with ricotta whip. Unfortunately they ran out of their focaccia bread, so they gave us a sesame bread, which was alright. The mozzarella sticks were very good with a great crisp, and I liked the cheese they used. We got 3 pizzas to share, a pepperoni, arrabiatta, and the potato pie. The potato pie was my favorite. It had blue and golden potatoes and the onion and bacon rounded out the flavor well. The pepperoni was solid and the arrabiatta was the groups overall favorite. We asked for a ranch for each person, not realizing they came in larger portions in bowls, so we were very happy as a ranch loving table, but something to keep in mind. One ranch portion can definitely be shared between two people. An overall nice spot to come for a casual dinner with friends and/or family.

The thai tea drink alone deserves the five stars but the fact that the bartender was such a sweet…read moreperson and the service was great made it even better. They even have an amazing indoor ambiance full of board games, chairs, and booths, topped off with a beautiful outdoor patio AND the prices are REALLY good. All that combined just makes this one of the best bars in Sonoma. I'll definitely be coming back. Would give 10 stars if I was able!!!

When a woman on Sonoma Square tells you and your friends to go to Starling Bar, you listen…read more Starling Bar is the kind of place where, if I lived in Sonoma, I'd be there three times a week. It has the distinct feel of a neighborhood bar, staffed by people who know the locals and make excellent drinks. The bartenders are people who obviously know what they're doing: just one look behind the bar, and you can see that they have a rhythm and ease that speaks to a lot of experience. I had the Manhattan with Black Walnut bitters--the cognac-soaked cherry, imported from France, complemented my cocktail. The atmosphere is comfortable and easy, and people are friendly and having a great time. I liked the place so much that I bought two t-shirts. Until next time, Starling Bar--and hopefully we'll run into your cape-wearing fan again!

Wow! I came back years later, and I'm still incredibly impressed by this restaurant. The girl & the…read morefig has truly mastered its sauces, elevating the dishes from great to excellent. Our waiter, Willie, was very knowledgeable about the menu, seemed genuinely happy to be there, and provided excellent service throughout the night. My only caveat was the radish appetizer. I was surprised that it was literally chopped raw radishes served with butter. Thankfully, Willie brought us an aioli that significantly improved the flavor, but the dish still felt underwhelming compared to everything else. Steak au poivre: One of the best dishes I've had all year. It was fantastic, memorable, and the extra sauce was also delicious with the sourdough. Flounder: Buttery, citrusy goodness. It was cooked to perfection, and the sauce took it to the next level.

We had a group lunch here with friends recently, and everyone enjoyed their meal. We sat on the…read moreback patio, which is shaded and has fans. Our table ordered everything from burgers to fish for lunch, and everyone enjoyed their meal. While they were quite busy, the service was friendly and prompt. The chocolate chip cookies were EXCELLENT.