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    The Aquarium

    3.8 (24 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Bars
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    THE AQUARIUM ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Divey
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Chilli size with mac salad. It was awesome!!!
    David H.

    I stopped by 4 or 5 times. The drinks are solid, the food is amazing and the staff is really cool. I highly recommend.

    Steak sandwich
    Tony B.

    A customer told me this place makes a delicious steak sandwich so I thought I would check it out. Lunch starts at 11:30 so I stopped in and ordered a steak sandwich and fries. The cleanliness throughout was immaculate. The Bartender was very nice and a local Gentleman kept me company giving me a little history of the bar. The steak was tender and juicy served on a fresh roll. I definitely will be returning when I'm craving a good steak sandwich.

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    John G.

    Best lunch in town. Best bar in the world. Best people in town go there. Enjoy it because it's a true Gem in town

    prawns & fries
    Andranik P.

    Thank you John and co! An official Man City supporters pub one town over from me rather than driving to his brother's pub in SF every time for smaller games, fantastic experience and there is a kitchen serving great food! Check the specials. Good prices and good drinks, and a very sonoma county experience complete with pool table, the clientele, fish tanks built into the bar, and animal heads on the wall. Brilliant bar, I say maybe don't get into politics talk over here, instead better yet just ring the bell so you have to buy the bar a round!

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    The food has taken a giant leap in the last few years!! And their weekly specials, I start to drool over some. People watching great as ever

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    The Grove - We tried everything on Happy Hour! Bang bang shrimp, Mac n Cheese, and beef skewers for the win

    The Grove

    4.7(77 reviews)
    3.8 mi

    We tucked into The Grove (with reservations) on a rainy Friday for an early dinner. Despite having…read morethree menus - drinks, dinner, and happy hour - choosing what to order didn't feel overwhelming, and we quickly landed on the anchovy toast, beet salad, shrimp & grits, and mushroom risotto. Our server was incredibly friendly, and the entire room shared the same warm, easygoing vibe. The small, speakeasy themed space was already packed at 5 PM, so reservations seem like a must. Everything we ordered was well-prepared and delicious, but the standout dishes were the beet salad and the shrimp & grits. The beet salad had a perfect mix of textures; chopped pistachios, tender beets, and crunchy radishes over a pillowy ricotta. I finished the salad wishing there was more. The shrimp & grits featured a potlikker sauce that absolutely lived up to the hype; it made the dish. I wish the shrimp & grits were served in a bowl rather than a shallow dish. I found myself chasing the sauce and polenta around the plate, trying not to push it over the edge. That said, if it were in a bowl, I might have just drank the sauce, so perhaps this is the restaurant's way of preserving a bit of dignity for its guests. Next time, I'm hoping to visit when oyster po' boys and fried green tomatoes are on the menu.

    I've been meaning to check this place out since they opened, and finally made it in today--worth…read morethe wait. It absolutely lives up to the hype. The vibe is effortlessly chill, with whimsical decor--think antique lamps, an old record player, and lots of little details that make you want to look around. The whole place felt alive in the best way--buzzing with conversation, laughter, and people clearly having a great time. We didn't have a reservation, but lucked out with seats at the community table. Bonus: the other guests were super welcoming, which just added to the fun, communal feel. We hit happy hour, and wow--it's a good one. Tons of interesting bites and a solid drink lineup. I went with a whiskey sour, my friend had the ginger beer on draft (very refreshing), and we shared the prawns, Brussels sprouts, and creamy mac & cheese. Everything was seriously delicious. Shoutout to our server, Melanie--friendly, attentive, and totally on it, even with the place packed. A couple things to note: it does get loud, so maybe not your spot if you're after a quiet, intimate dinner. Also, the happy hour menu listed Brussels sprouts but didn't mention bacon--I'm vegetarian, so that was a bit of a surprise. (It is noted on the regular dinner menu, which I admittedly didn't check.) All in all, such a fun, lively spot. I'll definitely be back for more bites and cocktails.

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    The Grove - Most tables were reserved when we walked in at 4pm on Thursday

    Most tables were reserved when we walked in at 4pm on Thursday

    The Grove - Beef skewers

    Beef skewers

    The Grove - Most table we reserved when we walked In at 4pm on Thursday

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    Most table we reserved when we walked In at 4pm on Thursday

    Torches Petaluma - Classic pot pie

    Torches Petaluma

    4.2(126 reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    This is a cool bar and restaurant that offers live music, though we arrived after the set ended on…read morea Saturday evening. The music-themed decor on the walls added a bit of character to the space. We sat ourselves at a table, grabbed a menu we saw sitting near the bar at the center of the venue, and found an employee walking around to place our food order. He was friendly and helpful and provided excellent service. It took about 25 minutes for our food to be ready which was kinda long, but after trying our dishes, it was totally worth the wait. The potato skins were like mini loaded baked potatoes, but fluffier and easier to eat. It was super cheesy and tastier than I expected, especially with the ranch and sour cream that came on the side. The classic pot pie was a large dish and quite filling, with plenty of sizable chunks of chicken and veggies mixed together nicely in a thick and flavorful roux. Not to mention the flaky buttery crust on top. Wow, I really liked this. And my bf finished every last bite of his grilled salmon dish, no complaints. The lemon drop cocktail was yummy, just the right sweetness and a good amount of alcohol without ruining the flavor. All in all, we had a 5-star experience at Torches and wouldn't hesitate to return.

    I love this restaurant! The owner and staff always make me feel at home whether dining solo at the…read morebar, in an intimate alcove for a special dinner, a private party (wow was that fun!) or a large community fundraising banquet. The cocktails are delicious and many prepared with a special flair, and the beer taps are exceptional. The chowder hits in all the good ways. The most recent soup I had was the butternut squash which was excellent. My favorite lunches are the French Dip with killer fries, and the grilled chicken salad. Dinner, wowza that prime rib! The portions are huge. It's not easy running a restaurant these days, I know the owner works her tail off. Staffing is difficult everywhere but Torches manages and even opens for lunches! The prices are more than fair for the generous portions. I hope the community continues to support this family owned restaurant as much as this restaurant continues supporting the community. I know I'll be back!

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    Prime rib with mashed potatoes and veggies.

    Central Market - Beef shortrib with gratin potatoes.

    Central Market

    4.2(826 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$$

    Every time I go to Central Market I realize that I need to visit more often. It was one of the most…read moresatisfying meals I've had in quite a while. From the starters (we arrived before 6 pm, in time for their happy hour menu) to dessert, there's little room for anything but the highest praise. Their Thick Cut Onion Rings were some of the most divine I've ever tasted. Part of me wanted to order another round as my main! Crisp and flavorful, salty, but balanced. The wood fired carrots that came at the same time were also tasty, but had a hard time competing with their fried companion dish. For our mains, I've gotten the Sweet Gems Salad more times than I care to admit - and love it every time. My friend enjoyed the Funghi pizza with foraged mushrooms. For my son's fried chicken, we should probably have asked for more gravy. It seemed a little dry, but still tasty. Then, since we almost never skip dessert, the strawberry pies were flavorful without being at all oversweetened. And their bittersweet chocolate torte is rich and always served warm. Our server, Christine, wasn't wrong to tease us about hoping we'd be back next week. She was thoughtful and attentive, without hovering, throughout the meal. In fact, the whole team did an excellent job of guiding us through our dinner, start to finish, from the greeting at the door as soon as we stepped in, to the speedy kitchen and expediter that got everything to the table at the perfect temperature. Central Market is probably my favorite culinary balance between comfort food, quality ingredients, approachable dining, with enough options and inventiveness to avoid anything from feeling pedantic or tired. The space is beautiful and open, without being too noisy to hold a conversation. I'm not sure we'll be back next week, but soon!

    Wow - this was one of most forgettable meals of my life. My wife and I got the fried chicken -…read moreawful. I have never had fried chicken that had zero taste and absolutely no seasoning. The blandest most dull fried chicken ever. Zero seasoning at all. Like none period. Zip My Mother in Law had the pork shop and she said it had no seasoning either. Also no salt or pepper on our table. This restaurant doesn't seem to believe in seasoning food. Also so dirty in there - you walk in and are greeted by the curtains around the front door - filthy . Seriously nasty to see as you walk into a restaurant. I also noticed the booth benches were so so dirty and stained - gross. Just avoid! Awful and expensive experience. Craving good food? Do not go here. Truly forgettable and a very poor experience.

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    Central Market - Dinning area

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    Central Market - Wagyu Beef Sirloin Steak with bianchi bolognese in background

    Wagyu Beef Sirloin Steak with bianchi bolognese in background

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    The Aquarium - tradamerican - Updated May 2026

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