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    Willi's Wine Bar

    4.3 (354 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Scallop BLT
    Kate K.

    It's just not the same, like what it used to be back in 2022 when they first opened at this location. Every dish used to be exponential and now about half the dishes we got, were delightful. The beet salad has been a solid staple and still brings freshness to the table. Make the scallop BLT one thing you get (we got seconds) as it was a fun twist on a classic sandwich. The flourless cake was moist and actually better without the overpowering peanut butter mousse. Could pass on the other items we got. Service was friendly, quick, and vigilant. Lots of patio seating which is great for warmer weather season coming up and a decent happy hour everyday 3-6 with great prices (although drinks matched the price point). To note; menu items are VERY clearly labeled if they are GF, can be made GF; and not celiac safe (due to shared frier) which made decision making a little easier.

    Inside seating
    Ashley H.

    My mouth is watering just thinking about the food at Willis. We visited during happy hour and sat outside in their front patio section. What we ordered: Nashville hot fries $7 - probably the best fries I've ever had. The flavor, delicious, the crisp perfection and these things were legitimately hot so beware if you can't handle the heat. Smash burger $9 - this was happy hour so I was not expecting a huge burger but thankfully I took a look at Yelp before ordering so I knew what I was getting. This smash burger comes on an everything steam bun which was different but in a good way. The burger was cooked perfectly and each bite left me wanting more. Goat cheese fritters $7 - I almost didn't order these but thankfully goodness I did. The depth of flavor you get from the combination of the creamy goat cheese, the kick of paprika and the sweetness of the lavender honey is something I'm still thinking about weeks after my visit. Pro tip: dip your Nashville fries in the left over lavender honey. You won't regret it. Crispy boneless wings $7 - black garlic, sweet chili, or buffalo hot are the flavor options. We went with the black garlic to try something different. These were good but probably the thing I could have skipped out of the everything I ordered. Overall, service was extremely quick but the staff felt a bit neutral rather than warm or friendly. If I could rate Willis a 10/10 for food I would but I'm stuck to just 5. I'd love to come back and try more food offerings and check out their wine list.

    Meyer Lemon Pudding Cake. With a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Because, obviously.
    Elizabeth S.

    My biggest regret is that I didn't go to Willi's famished, as I could only have a few bites here and there of what the other diners in my party had. Those bites, however, were exquisite. We shared a number of small plates: the French Green Bean Salad, Local Crimini Mushroom Salad, goat cheese fritters, Truffled French Fries, Wild Chanterelle Mushroom Mac & Cheese and Filet Mignon Sliders. Without a doubt, the mac & cheese was our favorite -- ordered a second serving, in fact. This was followed closely by the goat cheese fritters. The filet mignon sliders were also extremely delicious and tender. Finally, even though we didn't think we had room, we had the Meyer Lemon Pudding Cake for dessert. Save room. This and (according to my friends who had eaten there several times before) the other desserts are amazing! Our server, Shane, couldn't have been nicer or more accommodating, and made great suggestions to us. It was packed on a weekend, so a reservation is a must!

    Menu
    Catherine P.

    This is a good place to go if you want to share a bunch of small plates with friends and grab drinks. A bit pricey, though the food was good. We had oysters on the half shell, oysters Rockefeller, a cheesy bread, short ribs, pork belly pot stickers, lamb chops and halibut.

    Murphy Goode Sauvignon Blanc & Vodka Martini
    Kelly S.

    We were heading from Sonoma to the airport with some time to spare and stumbled upon Willi's Wine Bar. It's tucked away in a neighborhood with a few other local spots, and honestly, we weren't sure what to expect--but we were pleasantly surprised! The patio is super charming, with a vibe that feels straight out of a European café. Inside, the space is absolutely gorgeous--everything from the furniture to the bar top and light fixtures feels luxurious and thoughtfully designed. We happened to arrive during their daily happy hour, which was a great bonus with really reasonable prices. We grabbed seats at the bar and ordered the WWB Smash Burger--definitely worth trying, though keep in mind it's on the smaller side. We also loved the marinated olives. The bartender was fantastic and recommended a few cheeses from their selection--all were delicious and beautifully served with crackers, jam, and honey. We couldn't resist the oysters either, and they did not disappoint! If we lived nearby, we'd be regulars. We're already thinking about stopping by again on our next trip to Sonoma!

    Mocktail
    Jimmy E.

    Everything was amazing. The Arugula salad was perfectly balanced. The lamb was rich, savory & had perfect texture. The mocktail was delicious with a perfectly balanced tart flavor to it.

    Ice cream caramel crunch
    Tanya B.

    What a great spot! We met up with some friends for lunch who had been here before and had glowing recommendations... I couldn't agree more with them! It was a totally delightful and delicious lunch experience. Our server was fun and friendly made it easy for us all and had good suggestions. I ordered an old fashioned which was good.. the true star here was the food. We started family style with the calamari, which is one of the few ocean foods I enjoy lol! This was light and delicious, the orange chili dipping sauce was delightful and totally unexpected. I could have taken some of that to go! Next we shared the roasted beets salad... I personally am not a fan of beets but this salad had me going back for seconds! Followed by the potatoes and pear gnocchi. This had a cheese flavor with tiny pieces of pear and baby gnocchi. It was a tasty treat... apparently they used to have a Mac n cheese that was out of this world... I'm a tad disappointed I didn't get to try it out lol! Next on our tasty little afternoon was the Liberty Farms Pulled Duck with polenta - I've had duck several times but this was by far the best I've ever had. It wasn't gamey at all and had amazing flavor! Then they brought out the Brussels sprouts and welp that is one of my favorites almost anywhere I go so of course I loved it! We finished off the meal with the filet mignon sliders. It's a good thing these were last because I would have ordered more! They were delicious!!! I loved every bite! After hanging around chatting for a while we ended up with an ice cream complete with crunch and caramel and all around deliciousness. This would be an easy place to come back to. It's so fun and so good!

    Angela F.

    Nice wine bar! Small food menu, but quite an extensive wine and cocktail menu. We grabbed a spot at the bar where Justin (I think!) was our bartender. We each got something different--one friend had a tequila flight, one a wine flight, and I got the princess peach cocktail (kind of like a peach margarita). My friends also got the prawns and green beans, which they enjoyed. Would come back!

    Cheri H.

    I've been to Willi's several times including their original location. Willi's has a relaxed vibe and is consistently good. I'm a fan of small plates - I love ordering several items and sharing them all. I always order one of their wine or bubble flights a unique offering in a restaurant setting and it's just fun while you're having lunch. This last visit I ordered fried calamari served with orange chili gremolata, warm skillet bread ( Gruyère, sea salt, green olive tapenade), goat cheese fritters ( smoked paprika & lavender honey) and truffle fries with truffle aioli. The goat cheese fritters were my favorite- there weren't any left over to bring home. I debated placing an order to go. This is great place for a date or a family meal. The restaurant is bright and airy and also has heated patio seating. Service was quick, checked on us often to fill our water, clear plates and make sure we had everything we wanted. I'll be back.

    Bone Marrow
    Sasha P.

    HOLY MOLY. Is it possible to give this place more than 5 stars? Seriously... What an experience. It's beautiful and a great size space. Trendy and fun, loud but not too loud, incredible service, phenomenal dishes. I'd been looking forward to dinner here for weeks and honestly, the experience exceeded my expectations. Our server was excellent and our table of 6 ordered a LOT OF FOOD. And drinks, of course. Everything was FRESH and FLAVORFUL. Unique but familiar dishes that had everything I could have wanted. I am not even sure what my favorite bite was, but man, I'd do this dinner all over again in a heartbeat. Pictures attached, but here is what we ordered: - Goat cheese fritters - Roasted bone marrow - Butternut squash soup + grilled cheese - Roasted beets - Roasted carrots - Filet Mignon sliders - Ahi tuna tartare - Truffle fries

    Bordeaux wine flight x2
    Bonnie N.

    Great spot for happy hour or regular lunch/dinner. Small plate style so it's easy to share multiple orders. My friend and I started with their Bordeaux wine flight and enjoyed everything we ordered: -truffle fries with truffle aioli -grilled octopus -curried crab tacos -Moroccan Style Lamb Chops -Dean's pork ribs We weren't expecting the proteins to come with carbs too which was why we ordered the fries but the fries were def worth it. We saw every table getting them. Everything was delicious. The ribs and lamb chops were tender and flavorful. They didn't skimp on the crab for the tacos. All the flavors worked well together, especially with our wine too. We originally wanted the mission fig toast but they ran out of it at the time we were there. Service was very quick and friendly. We were so full we boxed the rest of the ribs, truffle fries and couscous that came with the lamb chops. The restaurant has a warm ambiance and could make for a great any time outing - date night, friend, family, coworker outing. Has cute indoor decor and lighting, with also outdoor seating. Prices are decent. Def see myself coming back!

    Curried Crab Tacos with Apple, Cucumber & Mint
    Katie K.

    I visited Willie's wine bar about eight years ago before they redid the space due to the fire. I remembered how amazing the food was so I was excited when we were going through the area. I'm looking for a lunch spot. Every one of the small plates that we got was unbelievable and I think that this is one of the places that you can really order whatever types of food you like and you won't be disappointed. My favorite were the fried goat cheese balls, the curry tacos with crab, and the scallop dumplings. I was glad that we had more than just two people that we were able to try more things...

    The Last Word
    J E.

    While in Sonoma for a few nights we stopped in here for cocktails before having dinner elsewhere on a weeknight. The bar here was rather busy when we arrived, but we still got a couple of seats at the bar. Service was excellent at the bar, the bartender was very helpful and knowledgeable. They have a very nice wine list, flights, and a great cocktail program. The food we saw coming out looked great, but as I mentioned, we only went for drinks. Definitely would return!

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    Warm and inviting with eclectic bites and a great selection of wines from small, local producers. Santa Rosa strong!

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    Ask the Community - Willi's Wine Bar

    Outside seating patios?

    Absolutely!! We offer a front and a side patio, both heated and covered.

    Do they have "junk fees" on their bill?

    I'm not sure I'd call it a "junk fee" but they do add a 3% Back Of House to tip the kitchen staff.

    Is there a Happy hour?

    No. This Stark restaurant does not have a happy hour, making all the hours "unhappy." Their small plates are delicious but overpriced. Try Sea Thai Bistro nearby for a great… Read more

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