Dining Recommendations

Della Santina's Trattoria, located near Sonoma Square, brings a taste of Tuscany to Wine Country. Founded in 1990 by Dan and Shirley Della Santina, the restaurant specializes in traditional Tuscan dishes, influenced by family recipes passed down from Dan’s mother and mother-in-law. The menu changes with the seasons, offering fresh handmade pastas, rotisserie meats, seafood, and locally sourced salads and sides. The restaurant remains family-owned, with Dan and Shirley still active in the business, while their son Rob and his wife Nicole continue the legacy. Rob’s passion for wine is showcased in the extensive wine list, available for purchase at the adjacent Enoteca Della Santina.

El Dorado Kitchen, located within the El Dorado Hotel on Sonoma Plaza, offers all-day dining featuring California cuisine inspired by the seasons. Under the guidance of Executive Chef Armando Navarro, the menu highlights locally-sourced ingredients from Sonoma County. Known for its approachable, fresh dishes with a local flair, the restaurant has become a popular spot for both locals and visitors. Guests can enjoy breakfast, al fresco lunch in the courtyard, or dinner in the main room with views of the open kitchen, making it a top choice for a relaxed yet refined wine-country dining experience.

FARM in Napa, California, offers Italian-inspired farmhouse fare in a renovated space that celebrates the best of Napa Valley. The restaurant emphasizes a strong connection to the region’s agricultural community, working closely with local farmers and purveyors to provide the freshest ingredients. Their partners include Tenbrink Farms, Kanaloa Seafood, Brandt Beef, and others, ensuring that seasonal and diverse flavors are at the heart of their offerings. FARM’s commitment to local sourcing reflects the spirit of Napa’s mindful agrarian community.

Boon Fly Cafe, named after Boon Fly, a Carneros pioneer from the 1800s, is located in a charming red barn. Known for its comfort food served all day, the cafe has earned numerous "Best Brunch" awards. The welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff, many of whom have been with the cafe since it opened in 2004, make each visit special. Boon Fly, originally from New England, played a key role in the westward expansion, leading a wagon train to California in 1849.

Wit & Wisdom Sonoma is a lively wine country tavern from celebrated chef Michael Mina that blends elevated American comfort food with Sonoma’s relaxed dining culture. Centered around a hearth oven and seasonal California ingredients, the menu pairs approachable, regional cuisine with a thoughtfully curated wine program. With its welcoming atmosphere—perfect for everything from happy hour and fireside nightcaps to celebratory dinners—Wit & Wisdom offers visitors and locals a social, wine-country dining experience that feels both polished and easygoing.

Enclos offers a refined, seasonal tasting-menu experience rooted in the landscapes of Sonoma and Northern California. Executive Chef Brian Limoges blends classical French technique with modern California sensibility, drawing inspiration from his New England upbringing and years in acclaimed Michelin-starred kitchens. The menu is built around the harvest from Stone Edge Farm’s organically cultivated gardens, which produce more than 100 varieties of heirloom vegetables, fruits, herbs, eggs, honey, and olive oil using regenerative practices. With an emphasis on foraging, preservation, fermentation, and minimal waste, each course is elegant, expressive, and deeply connected to the land—an approach that has earned the restaurant a Michelin Green Star for its leadership in sustainable gastronomy.

Layla offers a vibrant, farm-driven dining experience that celebrates the seasonal bounty of Sonoma. The menu balances fresh, wholesome dishes with more indulgent options, all crafted with locally sourced ingredients and colorful, garden-inspired garnishes. Thoughtful presentation on custom ceramic plateware and a warm, communal atmosphere create a sophisticated yet relaxed setting where guests can enjoy the flavors of wine country in a lively, welcoming space.

the girl & the fig is a beloved Sonoma Plaza restaurant known for its “country food with a French passion.” Blending rustic French inspiration with seasonal California ingredients, the menu features favorites like steak tartare, fig and arugula salad, and crispy duck confit alongside cheese and charcuterie boards. Guests can enjoy an award-winning Rhône-focused wine list, classic cocktails, and French aperitifs at the antique bar or on the charming garden patio. With its warm hospitality and lively wine country atmosphere, the girl & the fig offers a quintessential Sonoma dining experience.

The Dutch Door prides itself on being a scratch kitchen, where everything, including salad dressings, is made by hand to avoid highly-processed food. They focus on responsibly sourcing ingredients: locally-sourced, antibiotic-free, and non-GMO chicken from Petaluma Poultry; sustainably raised pork from Hill’s in Oregon; plant burgers made fresh daily; organic, locally-sourced produce; and fresh Acme Bread delivered each morning. All takeout items are 100% compostable with zero plastic, supporting both health and the environment.

From the owners of Dutch Door, this food market features a bevy of healthy refreshments, organic grab & go meals and artisan food stuffs. Whether you need a morning espresso, quick lunch, picnic provisions or snacks, Deuces Market has you covered.