I enjoyed a glass of a certain beer that commonly has gone with tacos (I forget the name), and a Speakeasy Burger with fries. I was with my friend, who had a couple of rounds of a different beer, along with the Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta. As far as I remember, he enjoyed his orders as well and well both approved of diligent service and laid-back ambiance :) read more

The squash soup was incredible and the lobster mac n cheese. Not ce ambiance, the waiter was attentive. Really good! read more

Speakeasy - New American Near Me - Petaluma, California

Not a large menu, but a small menu done well is better than a large menu. Service was very friendly, and nice seating outside. Music thumps from next door, but it's not overly distracting. So glad they were open late! read more

This place had fantastic jazz music playing and was a great entertainer. We ordered papas bravas, which were cooked to perfection and topped with a delicious hot sauce. We also had a wonderful cauliflower dish, served in an incredibly spicy sauce with capers, onions, and green peppers. We loved it! There's a wide variety of beer and wine to choose from. The service was friendly and attentive. read more

Cozy. Indoor seating: 11 at small 4-top tables, and 5 tall chairs at the high counter. You can hear kitchen noises over the 1960s rock music in the corner speaker (Monkees' I'm a Believer; Mamas & Papas' CA Dreaming). Outdoor seating. For the restroom, you go outside and across the way to the back of the Big Easy venue; it's dimly-lit until around 6-630pm when it opens for the eve performance. Tacos were tasty. Other menu items included a seafood pasta special and salads. You can also order from here for The Big Easy later--just not online the day of the performance. read more

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One star for the food, not that it was bad but the way that they handle business overweigh their food. I came here for Sunday brunch after a long morning of kayaking and I thought everything was fine. I always take pictures of my receipts for this specific reason, and I don't make it a habit to tip waitstaff on my card because what they do with their tips and the IRS is none of my business. I went ahead and left them a cash tip and wrote "cash" on the tip line, when I got home, I checked my account and noticed that I was charged $4 more than what my receipt showed. I contacted them Tuesday afternoon and was told that a manager would be calling the following day. I called back Wednesday around 4:30 because I hadnt received a call and was told by the manager (Victoria I believe she said), that she saw my note from the previous day and the only way to give me the difference would be if I went in and picked up cash from them. Well, I dont live in Petaluma so that wasnt an option. I told her I would just dispute it with my bank and since they were acknowledging what happened there should be no reason for them to try to fight it. She agreed. She mentioned that she was going to talk to "the girls" to make sure it doesnt happen again, huh?? So they're in the business of just adding additional tips on cards? This place wont be getting any business from me. If you decide to check them out please check your accounts afterwards. read more

Speakeasy - Restaurant tab showing total, but they charged my card MORE - New American Near Me - Petaluma, California

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These guys are amazing! Got there at the last minute before closing in a Wednesday and they left the door open for me and got me a pretty amazing steak and beer to boot. Thank you! read more

Speakeasy - Sirloin Steak - New American Near Me - Petaluma, California

Amazing!! Best fried chicken ever! The burger was outstanding too! I can't afford delivery often but got my tax refund so I decided to treat myself. Everything's was great. Thank you read more

My partner and I came in on Sunday around 11am! The first red flag should have been that it was completely empty and we spent around 1 hour there and only one other couple came in during that time. We were on our way to a restaurant around the corner but the wait time was about 1 hour and we saw a sign saying the speakeasy had brunch. This place was smaller than expected but I love the outside seating area. The waitress was very nice and attentive. The hot chocolate tasted like water The chicken and waffles was not good at all. In the picture you can see just about how much I ate, I ended getting food somewhere else after. The waffles literally fell apart in pieces when I picked it up. The chicken was similar to the chicken you get in the prepackaged Caesar salads. I tried my partners dish and it was bland and honestly just not good either. He did finish his dish because he was very hungry. I will not be back, this place has good reviews and I'm just very confused. I think maybe this place might have good dinner but please DO NOT stop here for brunch. read more

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Had such a lovely brunch at speakeasy and would highly recommend it! Very delicious and affordable for a downtown petaluma spot. Staff is always great and their food is consistently good day or night. Their outdoor area is dog friendly and the atmosphere overall is welcoming and cozy. A great downtown gem on all levels! Also don't forget that they're literally one of the only places in town that stays open past 9:00 on weekdays if you're looking for food in the later hours as well. read more

Speakeasy - Eggs Benedict with salmon - New American Near Me - Petaluma, California

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What an amazing place ,the service was amazing. The bartender was amazing. The food was amazing. I can't say enough. I can't say enough about the bartender shaleena made it even better!!! Happy hour also available! read more

Speakeasy - New American Near Me - Petaluma, California

We sat outside for Saturday lunch. I opted for chicken and waffles, my wife had a burger and fries. My chicken and waffles came, I put some butter on the waffles and it just sat there and never melted. The waffles were lukewarm at best which was extremely disappointing. It's too bad because the fried chicken breasts were very good, tender and juicy with a crisp lightly battered outside. In their defense I was too hungry to complain; I ate everything without saying anything about the waffles. My wifes burger and fries was good, nothing special. I might come back for the fried chicken as an entree as it was that good, otherwise no. The service was pleasant and efficient. read more

Small spot tucked away. I enjoyed funnin around with my server Veronica. And the chicken enchilada couldn't have been better. Yum yum Yuummmmmmm! If I lived here this would be my spot 100%. read more

Wonderful place i went in looking for a good tasty filling dinner great customer service that's what I got! They even had live music it was a Sunday about 4ish what a treat wonderful way to end the week thank you read more

The food and service were a big surprise and unexpected from a restaurant that stayed open late! The short ribs and polenta were straight out of grandma's kitchen. Really tempting to order seconds! Comfortable seating outside was available and perfect for this beautiful evening. read more

I've walked past so many times and thought, "what a cute patio." Finally took the opportunity to sit there and order brunch/lunch. They serve brunch all day on Saturday and Sunday. My husband got biscuits and gravy, which he said was amazing. I tried the pork gravy -- really tasty. I opted for the taco trio based on other Yelp reviews. My favorite was the coconut crusted plantain. I've had lots of brussels sprout tacos at a few other places, and these are "healthier" -- which could be good or bad, depending on what' you're looking for. Short rib was really yummy but could have used some more crunchy slaw to set off the juicy texture. read more

Speakeasy - Taco trio -- sweet potato and Brussels sprouts, fried plantain, and short rib - New American Near Me - Petaluma, California

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Ive been coming here for dinner for almost a year now. My absolute favorite for late night comfort food. BUT THE BRUNCH phewww! Chilaquiles verdes were saucy and crunchy, not soggy AT ALL. Mexican breakfast was savory and my partner was delighted that the beans were fresh. The biscuits and gravy....had to order them twice because it was so good. So excited to have a new brunch spot :) read more

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What a charming little restaurant. The patio is so intimate & cozy. The food is top notch. The butternut squash soup is so delicious. Could have just had that! We had the fried chicken with mashed potatoes & gravy. Really good. Hubby had a burger & fries & everything was really good. Also had lemon cheesecake & maple bacon donut holes. So so good. Our server was very sweet & attentive. Try it out! read more

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Good little spot! This is a place we come back to, always for the vegan tacos! Small little seating area inside and outside. They have a NA beer too! I always get the vegan tacos, they offer 3 - maybe 4 that can be made vegan. And I can never remember which one was my fave, so I always end up ordering one of each - every time. They're all good, really. And teen was happy with the wings. Definitely recommend and we will be back! read more

Speakeasy - Vegan Taco trio to go! - New American Near Me - Petaluma, California

Food was good and service was quick. But we were seated next to the door and it was freezing! The host kept going in and out and opening the door right next to my seat. The bathroom is across the plaza and has a toilet with no seat. The restaurant is in a great location though. read more

Hot app came in inn3 minutes with salad...chicken bland canned tomatillo sauce, no fla or. Asked waiter to course my meal as I'm a slow eater, said he would ask. 3 minutes later pasta arrived. He offered to "reheat when I was ready". Sent back pasta didn't pay for it. Never felt more unwelcome for such bad food. Guy was nice though read more

This is a very small restaurant in Helen Putnam Plaza (across from the Petaluma Pie Co.). There are a few tables inside alongside a large bar. There is also seating outside in front. The decor is a little funky but that's okay. The food was very good. I tried everything that was ordered at our table and it was all very flavorful and hot. My mother ordered three tacos (salmon, plantain and short ribs). I was doubtful about the plantain taco but it was it was surprisingly good choice. My daughter ordered the creamy chicken pesto pasta, which was very rich and creamy - not much of a pesto flavor. I ordered the short ribs with polenta. The polenta was very creamy and was some of the best polenta I've had in a long time. The short ribs were boneless and had a very unique flavor that I enjoyed. The portions were decent and the prices are good here (compared to the typical restaurant downtown). It's a very small place, so the bartender is also serving the tables. Our server was attentive and friendly. If it's a cold winter night, be sure to wear a jacket inside. It was not warm enough inside. I'm not sure if they had heaters outside. I enjoyed my meal at the Speakeasy and will probably return one day. NOTE: Apparently, this business is connected in some way to the Big Easy which is on the other side of the Plaza. In fact, if you need to use the restroom, you will have to use the one at the Big Easy. The Big Easy is a small music venue. I believe that they serve food there too. read more

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My family and I flew into the small Sonoma airport at 8pm to find that most restaurants in the area were already closed. I noticed that Speakeasy was open later so I called to see if they could accommodate a party of 6 and they could. We sat outside next to a heater while live music from The Big Easy bellowed into the courtyard. We were all quite surprised by the excellent quality of food. We started out with Papas Bravas which everyone loved. My cousin got the pasta dish and she said it was excellent, not a single pasta shell was left on the plate. I ordered the salmon and Brussel sprouts and it was the perfect healthy meal I was craving. The service was great. It was sort of neat accessing the bathroom through the music venue next door. We ended up having a night cap after dinner and listening to live music. read more

Speakeasy - Steak dinner - New American Near Me - Petaluma, California

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Word on the street's there's a slick n cozy spot in downtown Petaluma CA. Open late. One of the best lunches this experienced, night-crawling, seahag ever put down the gullet. Not a big space for shenanigans tho. The spot's for OGs & Real Ones only. Welcoming to most but this vessel requires respect and patience so the beautiful, intricateCali simple, work may proceed. Please enjoy some time with our special endeavor. But y'all did NOT hear it from me. ‍‍‍ read more

I ordered 2 orders of lobster and macaroni and cheese, and salmon. I asked for no bacon in my food on the door dash website and I called Speak Easy and spoke to a woman who worked there and she assured me she'd flag the order and make sure there was no bacon in my food. Well that didn't happen I tried calling her back and the phone has been busy for over an hour now. The salmon with brussel sprouts was so greasy. Terrible food. I'll never be back. read more

Wanted something light The chicken Tomatillo taco was almost inedible . Soggy cold mushy chicken salad drowning in flavorless Tomatillo soaked through the taco so had to pour entire contents on the plate . The chef should taste before serving . The Sweet Potato and Brussel Sprout taco was good and pkentiful read more

Great atmosphere, amazing food!! The bartender looked a bit overwhelmed but we didn't need to wait long!! Definately recommend!!

This little spot was just perfect for our lunch. Healthy salad, beer and wine, soup and sandwiches, nice people and good vibe. Old school music played on speakers which suited us just fine. Service was super and no-fuss. read more

Came in for a quick bite. First time here. Ordered the tapas fingerling potatoes, chicken tacos, and short rib tacos. The food was amazing and great portions! We were so full we didn't order any more food. The beers were great and everything was reasonably priced! The interior was small and very cool! We ate at the bar counter. Our server was so attentive and friendly! Will definitely be back for dinner! read more

Speakeasy - Chicken tacos, short rib tacos and fingerling potatoes (devoured!). - New American Near Me - Petaluma, California

Great vibe and friendly staff. Tasty food, though portions are a bit small for the price.

Came in for an afternoon snack, and expresso. Server was friendly and attentive. Menu had some great offerings. Expresso machine out of service. Server forgot what the soup of the day was when asked. Quickly returned with an answer being cream of mushroom so we gave it a try. It was not good and had too much cream in it for our liking. Next was the fresh pretzel which was a great snack with a tasty dipping sauce. The "Lobster" Macaroni and cheese was decent but definitely not what was advertised or expected. Having seen others reviews and photos I was let down. Disappointed and felt cheated as there was not a spec of any real "lobster" in it or even any taste of lobster. The bacon made it decent along with the sauce. BIG DISSATISFACTION with the false advertising as the "lobster" was just chunks of fake imitation crab. Menu or server should specify this as imitation crab giving persons the option to not have it. Probably would have tasted better without the fake imitation crab. Should call it imitation lobster Mac or just remove the word lobster period. Or offer what is real lobster. Been there gave it a shot & probably won't be back. read more

Speakeasy - Receipt - New American Near Me - Petaluma, California

Food was great, the service and ambiance of the restaurant was nice and relaxing. Great to just stop by if you're hungry, i would recommend their lobster mac and cheese it was absolutely delicious and so full of flavor! read more

Speakeasy - Lobster mac N' cheese - New American Near Me - Petaluma, California

Freezing inside. Servers talk loud and you can't help but hear them. Also, why is it called speakeasy when no hard liquor (except 1 kombucha) is served? read more

We were in need for a late night spot with delicious food with many options and the speakeasy did NOT disappoint. Nadine provided us with spectacular recommendations to navigate decision paralysis in face of mouth watering menus and she provided a blanket for extra coziness. We had the short-braised ribs which were phenomenal and the sirloin was a close second. We even got a dessert after the kitchen closed, we are VERY pleased! We enjoyed listening to the echoes of the nearby club and felt part of the life and soul of this singular Petaluma street. We recommend this urban heaven to any traveler in search of authentic food, genuine human interaction and craving for life to the fullest. read more

Speakeasy - New American Near Me - Petaluma, California

Came here for a late dinner to catch up with some friends. Warm night so we sat on their patio under the string lights, very cute. Our server was incredibly attentive and friendly. She automatically came out with waters and put in our drink orders. We ordered mules and a mojito (they are strong wow) and then we ordered the papas bravas, which were delicious. The best part was my entree--the lobster mac and cheese. It was absolutely to die for and I'm not even a huge lobster fan. My friends got the chicken pesto pasta and the mix and match tacos. Both said their food was absolutely delicious as well. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Good food and good location! For the sake of transparency, the last time we were to Speakeasy was this last summer, so if some of the details are outdated, that is why! Speakeasy is located in Petaluma's Putnam Plaza Park right off Petaluma Blvd N. The park is tiny, but in normal times it is a place of gathering for locals and visitors. Speakeasy id one of the three or four businesses around the Plaza and they have a patio that faces the park/plaza; therefore, those who sit there can enjoy shade and watch the foot traffic and yet be far enough to not be bothered by too much car traffic noise. During our last visit, we had a couple local draft beers and tried their local cider they had on the menu that day. It was so good that we got a growler to go! We also tried a few appetizers, including their hot chicken wings; delicious! Speakeasy burger was really good as were the tacos. The staff were on top of their game and did an awesome job to make our visit a very pleasant one. read more

Kat is such a sweetheart. She is so knowledgeable about beers and special restaurants that make Petaluma such a great place. Their beers, wines and food are great. They even have local MEAD and local PORT WINE! *WINNAHS! In and outdoor seating. Heaters outside. Live music in the evenings. Kat made our night super special. read more

Speakeasy - Sparkling mead!! - New American Near Me - Petaluma, California

Although the service was great, prices reasonable and outdoor seating pleasant -- I found the food disappointing. We arrived on a Saturday at 6pm, and had the steak, and polenta with short ribs. The steak was thin and overcooked, with mushy overdone brussel sprouts and decent mashed potatoes. The short ribs weren't impressive either. Serving sizes were on the small side. We tried both sauvignon blanc and pinot noir, and received smaller glasses (perhaps 4 oz). The pinot noir was ok, the sauvignon blanc was below average. So no, not going back. There are several excellent restaurants in the area that offer better. read more

Came in for dinner at the "Speak Easy". Cute atmosphere. Ate outside bu the heater and lights. I got the taco plate with 3 tacos, salmon, chicken tomatillo, and coconut fried plantain. The Coconut fried plantain was my favorite, it has a lot of flavor. My friends both got the trip tip sandwich and fries. While eati g outaide we inquired about the "Big Easy". Turns out it's the same owner, but has a full bar and stage wirh lice band "The Big Band". Located across the alley. read more

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I've only had it once and it was subpar for the price. I wouldn't go there again based on price and quality, it just not gooð