The food at Della Santina's is outstanding!! I just got back from Italy a few months ago and have…read morebeen trying to find a great Italian restaurant here. Well I found it -Della Santina's here in Sonoma on the Plaza. The handmade mushroom ravioli was so good I can't wait to go back for more! The porkchop was tasty and tender done perfectly. Ok did I mention the Ravioli??? Yum! Really reminded me of Italy. The service was excellent and I highly recommend Della Santina's in Sonoma. So happy I found my new Italian restaurant.

The five stars is for the chocolate amaretto cake, which was beyond amazing - I meant to have "just…read morea bite" of my partner's cake and ate half of it! The outdoor covered garden setting is beautiful and the staff are very warm and caring. My only quibble is the need for more vegetarian dishes. The minestrone isn't vegetarian, and the polenta and mushroom dish has a common allergen (mushrooms) and the veg salads aren't filling. I ended up with a burrata appetizer and bread, and while those were surely yummy I was hoping for healthier.

We had a great experience at Enoteca, most of which is because of the terrific service our Nepalese…read morewaitress gave! She was terrific, attentive without being pushy, provided information on the dishes offered and their preparation, as well as being willing to connect with us when we asked about her story. Wonderful! Our food was delicious and prepared very well - those cannelloni....YUM! We shared a ceasar salad and ate every bite. I was offered tastings of 2 wines prior to making my selection. Just a wonderful, relaxing evening enjoying great people and food.

Took a trip with friends to Sonoma and stumbled across this wonderful restaurant!…read more The ambiance was amazing, as we dined in a courtyard style garden. We didn't have a reservation and were seated within 5 minutes of arriving. I had the duck raft and it was so good. Creamy, decadent, and overall such a delicious combo. My friends all had the tortellini alla panna, and it was just as delicious. The sauces tasted fresh and the pasta was cooked to perfection. If I'm ever in town again, I'd definitely eat here!

We love Mamma Tanino's! The food is delicious and fresh. They have a nice wine list and hosts &…read morestaff are the best!

Came here for dinner on 4-11-26 with a party of 8. We originally requested outdoor seating and…read moreunfortunately it was a cold rainy day. We asked to be moved inside and were accommodated. We ordered the Caesar salad, meatballs, eggplant parmigiana, sole fish, pappardelle bolognese, capellini pomodoro, ravioli along with bread and two light beers. My wife and I split the Caesar salad and pappardelle bolognese. The pappardelle noodles were sticking together and the bolognese lacked flavor. Another person at the table has the pappardelle and loved it. The eggplant parmigiana got rave reviews as did the other pasta dishes, meatballs and the sole. The light beers we ordered were highly carbonated and we would have preferred a Peroni. The service from our server Fox was great, he was friendly and attentive during our meal service. The food was reasonably priced and the restaurant is a small intimate setting.

We were staying at the quaint Lodge for our family Sonoma trip, and arrived late so we thought it…read morewas a good idea to stick to a place close by the hotel. We loved everything from the food, chic ambiance to the charm of the place that makes it seem like a special place. The restaurant hearing upon my little one celebrated her fourth birthday last week, whipped up a hand written birthday card welcoming her to the restaurant (pic for reference). The staff was so friendly and patient with my chatty elder one too. Overall, it was a great experience and opened up our Sonoma trip well. Gave us a great impression on the hotel too. Oh, the food. I almost forgot. We had a little bit of everything. But two things I wanted to point out - contrary to what is out there, they DO have a kids' menu and do give you one as a part of their coloring book. Second, the steak was great. Being an aspiring vegetarian, I don't say this too often, but the steak was darn good. Our server made him feel like an adult and waited on him as well. He was very proud of himself - thank you for that touch!

Had a very disappointing Valentine's dinner at Wit and Wisdom. First of all, we had a reservation…read morebut were brought to a table all the way in the back in front of the bathrooms when there were plenty of tables open in the main dining area. I don't understand why but we asked to move and ended up sitting elsewhere. Food was not good. Steak was practically raw when we asked for medium rare and took a long time to recook. The short rib tasted like airplane food. Had high expectations as we do like his other restaurants. Will not be returning.

We had the Spring Tartine. It was amazing. Then we had the steak & frites. Cooked to perfection…read more And the taste of the meat was perfect. The fries (aka French fries) were crispy and perfectly salted. Lucky for us we live down the street and will continue to be regulars!

My goto dinner spot in Sonoma…read more I actually have been here multiple times and I don't know what has taken me so long to post a review but the Girl and the Fig is definitely the truth. When you enter you'll notice a more homey decor to the place. Warm colors all around and even warmer service once you sit down. Every single experience Ive had here is been nothing less of 110%. Theres always this good balance professionalism with lightheartedness that pair so well for the atmosphere. Because at its core this restaurant is high scale. It definitely has that higher scale vibe but if never comes off as pretentious though. This particular I took my wifey here for our 10th year anniversary together. And we were greeting by a nice little card from the "Fig Family." We ended up trying the Seared Halloumi and I was shocked at how much I liked it. Very light flavors but still enough variety with the crispy spigarello and pine nuts to keep things fun. The lemon never feels too overwhelming. For mains my wife got the Mushroom RisottoI think? Or maybe it was Butternut Squash Risotto? I got the Fig Burger and both were amazing. The only reason I didn't get her Risotto was simply because I already had it at lunch time, but that still didn't stop me from taking a bite. Each rice like grain had a perfect chew and flavor to each bite. Even being the picky person that I am with veggies, I appreciated the veggies addition to the dish. I still think though that the sure winner was my Fig Burger. This burger is everything we wish our local breweries burger was. A harmonic balance between salty and sweet. Im down to get a little crazy with burgers but if it's too sweet, it kinda loses the appeal for me. It takes away too much from the burgers roots. So yea. Go here. Make reservations too. I know for myself I made mine about a month in advance so it's hard to say how hard it is to get a table here. But hopefully it's not too bad. Parking by the way is just street parking. Despite that Ive always been able to get a park on W Spain St right before I pull up to the restaurant. OH! And thanks again Girl and the Fig family! You made the end to our anniversary quite magical!

I usually wait until my second visit and/or second dish before I give a restaurant a 5th star, but…read moreJacob's gets that 5th star on my first visit! The staff were super attentive even though they were very busy and they were also very friendly. The food was delicious, my wife and I got a large Sonoma Pizza and a mixed green salad to share. Before we even got to the pizza, that was the best green salad I've ever had. Simple, yummy, especially the cucumbers and cherry tomatoes. I am a pizza snob, and with the exception of Mountain Mike's, I can't stand any of the big chains. The Sonoma pizza had the perfect balance of pepperoni, salami, mushrooms, onions and garlic. The restaurant was also impeccably decorated, with a splash of Italy and Sonoma Wine country represented. Every dish they walked by made my mouth water. We definitely be going back again and again, especially when we head out that way for wine tasting.

I was missing the pizza's we used to get here, or was it just a wisp of something else?…read more My Wife ordered us a small cheese, large Pepperoni and what I was hoping for was their Greek and Family Salad. The look on my wife's face, said it before the boxes were even on the Kitchen Table. To begin with the Greek Salad was nothing but greens with little or nothing extra, barely Artichoke Hearts, Cucumbers and any Pepper Slices, no olives or Feta... enter dressing was lacking any true flavor, nothing of what I expected for the money. Next came my expectations......gone, we paid extra for Feta and Cheese, neither could be bee seen evenly through the whole pie. The sauce and cheese inconsistency was baffling... why would anyone claim that this was anything that Little Ceasars couldn't easily beat, seemed that quality had been replaced with "Just get it out the door". The final two pies were so substandard that I could Hardly compare them to anything worthy of Jacobs name. I'd give this places 1/2 Star if I could. The owners should be ashamed of selling this.

We had a wonderful dinner at the depot in Sonoma last night. It's a little away from the plaza, but…read morehas its own cute charm with the old architecture. The server was kind to welcome us with a couple of glasses of champagne on knowing that it's our anniversary celebration. We had the hand pulled mozzarella bruschetta, lemon chicken and the broccoli gnocchi. The chicken was our favorite and I highly recommend it. The bruschetta was good but 4 pieces was heavy for 2 of us to eat. The gnocchi was decent. Definitely a good place for an occasion when in Sonoma.

I dove headfirst into a seafood extravaganza that left my taste buds cheering and my stomach…read morequestioning its life choices. The evening kicked off with Oysters on the Half Shell--each one a little oceanic gem--paired with a Champagne Mignonette that whispered sophistication and a Cocktail Sauce that thankfully didn't scream spice. For the main event, I tackled the Cioppino, a seafood stew that felt like a warm hug from the ocean. The Tomato Ragu was rich and comforting, while the Mussels and Clams were so good I half-expected them to thank me for eating them. The Calamari? Eh, not their finest hour. Scallops were impressively plump, but the Crab was playing hard to get. The Prawns, however, were unapologetically large, and the Bruschetta on top was the culinary equivalent of a mic drop. The service and vibe? Perfectly chill, with just the right amount of nostalgia. Honestly, I was amazed this gem of a location is still standing tall. If you're looking for seafood that'll make you swoon--and maybe question your pants size--this spot is worth every bite.

OSO is truly a hidden gem on Sonoma Square. The ambiance is dark in the best way, cozy, romantic,…read moreand just a little mysterious. I love seating at the bar since you can see their open kitchen. I've visited a handful of times, solo, with friends and family, and every experience has been consistently wonderful. I don't usually write reviews, but this place deserves a shoutout! The fresh Oysters of the Day and the Baked Oysters with PARMESAN are absolutely delicious, if you love oysters, this is the spot. The Rigatoni Vodka has the perfect bit of spice, and it's served with crispy, fresh-baked bread that makes it even better. Their cheeseburger and steak are also standout dishes. Pair it all with a nice cold beer or one of their tasty cocktails, and you really can't go wrong. The service is always timely, and the staff are genuinely friendly and helpful. OSO is a must try in Sonoma!

OSO Good... This…read morecozy little (tapas?) joint off of Sonoma town square is a great place to have a lite bite or even something heavier. The staff was super friendly, service was fast, and the food surprisingly tasty.

Had our anniversary dinner at Bottega and it was such a solid experience. It's one of those places…read morewhere bringing a good bottle is 100% worth it--you actually have time to enjoy it since dinner naturally stretches into a relaxed three-course meal. Food was consistently great across the board, and the pacing made the whole night feel easy instead of rushed. Service was attentive without being over the top. Always a reliable spot for a longer, celebratory dinner.

Tourist trap Watch…read moreout for the added "COPERTO" charge on your bill! They added $10/person for our bill. Service was great. Food was average or below. It feels like a tourist trap with a nice interior and well-staffed restaurant. Food portions were a joke because it's not even a Michelin star restaurant but gives you Michelin portions.

I was doing a day of exploration in Sonoma --- mainly the missions --- and arrived somewhere…read morein-and-around Vallejo House. As I was heading back to the square (where there is an abundance of restaurants), I didn't want the busyness of the scene; thankfully, I got on Instagram, typed "good eats in Sonoma", and BAM! Salumeria Ovello popped up on my feed, and thank goodness it did! An easy 4-minute walk from Vallejo House, Salumeria Ovello is owned by Andrea, who is a Michelin-star chef from the area of Piedmont, Italy. Having been to Italy twice this past year alone, I remember quite well the quality and taste of the classed Italian Sandwiches. The worker who served at the counter was very helpful, and within the restaurant --- there are just a few seats. I'd say, 3 tables with two seats at each table. For my food, I decided to order the Massimo --- which is on "sliced Focaccia, and has sun dried tomatoes, stracciatella di burrata, prosciutto cotto, basil pesto and crumbled taralli (crackers)". Each sandwich is made fresh-to-order, and you can taste the quality. Each ingredient worked together in harmony, and to satisfy the americani in me, I definitely enjoyed the taralli in the sandwich --- reminded me of putting chips in my sandwiches in school. While I waited, Andrea also brought out some slices of salami for me to try --- free of charge, which was very kind of him to do. All in all, if you want to get away from the busyness of the Mission Square, take a 4-minute walk to Salumeria Ovello, and you'll find a little piece of Italy in Sonoma! Ciao tutti!

Solid Salumeria and Sammie spot in Sonoma. Worth stopping by and going in if you want fresh and…read morewell prepared meats and Sammie's. Prepared foods were all fresh and authentic and the cured meats were yummy. Had a top notch sandwich on fresh focaccia and tasted some of the house cured meats and we will be back !