Healdsburg has many amazing restaurants,
impossible to list them all.
You really can't go wrong.
Here are some new options
we still need to try, and our favorites...
There is always something new in Healdsburg!
Bistro Lagniappe
The new French Bistro. From the remnants of Molte Amici comes this hot new restaurant. Menu still a little limited but summer vegetables, halibut crudo and steak frites are on point (very good french fries). Not a fan of the $40 corkage fee but they do have a reasonable and good wine list. Worth a check out.
330 Healdsburg Ave.
(707) 473-8181
lagniappehealdsburg.com
Carmella.
"Healdsburg's Haven for Healthy."
Carmella is Healdsburg’s go-to spot for fresh salads, smoothies, cold-pressed juices, and a variety of toasts. Our favorites are the Wild Blueberry Vanilla and Midnight Maca smoothies, the Avocado Toast, and the Asian Noodle Crunch Salad. There’s not much seating, but that gives a great opportunity to go enjoy in the Plaza!
312 Center Street
(707) 385-4657
https://carmellacarmella.com
Sushi By Scratch
The new hot (and expensive) sushi place - at The Matheson. From the Michelin Guide: "This eatery from Chefs/owners Phillip Frankland Lee and Margarita Kallas-Lee is no ordinary omakase spot. The nigiri are not just supremely finessed but also infused with original touches—like the dab of sweet corn “pudding” and sourdough breadcrumbs that coat slices of hamachi. Even traditional pairings become transcendent with his house-fermented soy sauce. The iconoclastic vibe extends to the beverages, including cocktails, sake, and beer. Despite such originality, this "bar" does indeed adhere strictly to one tradition: a mini counter with seating for just ten to ensure a deeply personalized experience. Your time here is bound to pass in a blissful haze of convivial chatter."
106 Matheson Street (inside the Matheson)
(707) 579-7916
https://www.exploretock.com/su...
Acorn Cafe
Acorn is Healdsburg’s vibrant new brunch spot! Standouts on the menu are the Plaza Plate, Acai Berry Bowl, Lemon Ricotta Hotcakes, PB Banana Bagel, Fried Chicken Sando, and the Acorn roasted potatoes. The owner, Beryl Adler, is very community-oriented and passionate about his guests, as he can usually be found chatting with customers. Their patio has a perfect view of the Plaza and town, offering a scenic and relaxed atmosphere that pairs perfectly with their locally inspired menu.
124 Matheson Street
(707) 955-7001
https://www.acornhealdsburg.com
The Burrow
Burrow replaced what was once The Wurst, just off the plaza. Two of our favorites were the peach and burrata salad and the grilled salmon! The handhelds are also amazing! It’s a great place to still feel like a part of the hustle and bustle of downtown Healdsburg, but not be quite in the center of it.
22 Matheson Street
(707) 955-0132
https://www.theburrowhb.com
For Dinner:
Dry Creek Kitchen
Our top choice for dinner in Healdsburg. What a lovely experience. Yes, it has been around for while and it has had it's ups and downs, but right now this spot right across from the Plaza and owned by Charlie Palmer continues to smoke it. They do a 3-course for $83/person and it always delivers. The dining room is beautiful and the service top notch. Another bonus: if you bring a Sonoma wine, they waive corkage. Also, go on Thursdays and they do a $55 3-course neighbors special (but available to anyone). Love this place.
https://www.drycreekkitchen.com
317 Healdsburg Avenue
(707) 471-0330
Valette
Right in town and a lovely dining experience. Dustin Vallette is the local dining rockstar (but still incredibly down to earth). He has been working in various kitchens around Healdsburg his entire life so this restaurant is a dream come true for him (and his brother). You will usually see Dustin creating magic and bring his passion to life in the restaurant's open kitchen. If you go, don't miss the Day Boat Scallops en Croute.
https://www.valettehealdsburg.com/
344 Center Street
(707) 473-0946
Catelli's
A great Italian in Geyserville (only a 5 minute drive from the house). Family-owned and locally very loved. Also has some celebrity cred as Gaga has dined here. Great bar and amazing, huge outdoor space. Don't miss their homemade, signature 10-layer lasagna - yum!
http://www.mycatellis.com
(707) 857-3471
21047 Geyserville Ave
Geyserville, CA
Cyrus
Healdsburg has many expensive, fancy restaurants. No shortage here. However, if you have to pick one, our current reco is for Cyrus. Located just 5 minutes from the house in Geyserville, this dinner is truly a journey, an experience. You do not sit at a table for 4 hours. Instead you travel through the dinner. First the Bubbles Lounge for cocktails and tastes. Then on to the kitchen for an intimate, very personal dining experience with Doug Keane, owner and chef. Then on to the main dining room with fantastic views of vineyards and your main courses. And then finally through the Chocolate Room for a last treat and parting gift. Very fun!
www.cyrusrestaurant.com
275 Highway 128
Geyserville, CA
(707) 723-5999
Sakeo
In addition to fancy restaurants, Healdsburg also has a bunch of sushi places (no idea why). We eat sushi about once a week (and have tried them all). We have settled on Sakeo as our sushi place of choice. The amount of fish on the sushi is very generous (and delicious). They are famous for their martini prawns and carburetor roll. The building and ambiance are fine, nothing special. And it is off the Plaza by a few blocks, right next to the Goodwill (don’t let this scare you). They are our little hidden secret in Healdsburg. We often take out from there, so real easy to pick up a big order and take it back to the house.
https://www.sakeo.net/
505 Healdsburg Ave.
(707) 433-2669
Call for reservations
Gallina D'Oro
Previously called El Farlito, Gallina D’Oro is our favorite Mexican restaurant in town. It’s located just off the plaza, with a cute outdoor patio seating area. Everything on the menu is amazing, and the free chips + salsa are to die for. It’s so easy to order to-go, and really fast, which we do often.
https://gallinadoro.com/
128 Plaza St
(707) 433-2807
Pizzando
Pizzando is an amazing Italian restaurant serving a variety of pizzas, pastas, and other specialty items. Our favorites are the Broccolini pizza, the caesar salad, and the fries + brussel sprouts are amazing. Sitting on the outdoor patio is great, as you're right across the Plaza and in the middle of the bustle of town. You also can’t go without getting the Straus chocolate and vanilla soft serve!
https://pizzandohealdsburg.com
301 Healdsburg Avenue
(707) 922-5233
Spoonbar
Our top choice for dinner in Healdsburg. What a lovely experience. Yes, it has been around for while and it has had it's ups and downs, but right now this spot right across from the Plaza and owned by Charlie Palmer continues to smoke it. They do a 3-course for $83/person and it always delivers. The dining room is beautiful and the service top notch. Another bonus: if you bring a Sonoma wine, they waive corkage. Also, go on Thursdays and they do a $55 3-course neighbors special (but available to anyone). Love this place.
https://spoonbar.com/
219 Healdsburg Avenue
(707) 433-7222
For Breakfast, Coffee, Brunch:
Black Oak Coffee
A town favorite, Black Oak hosts everyone from locals to people from out of town. Their coffee is great, and their seasonal specials are also fun. We love their breakfast burritos and pastries, the jam biscuit especially. It's such a convenient and popular place in town to grab a quick coffee or have breakfast.
https://blackoakcoffee.com/pag...
324 Center Street
(866) 390-1427
Plank Coffee
Plank is amazing. Unfortunately, it's not right in town but that doesn't stop us from continually going there. Their coffee is amazing and they have so many food options. There are so many bagels, pastry, and egg dishes to choose from. Standouts are the breakfast burrito, honestly any of their bagel options, cherry scone, and corn cookie. The place itself is also very cute, with much seating inside and some outside.
https://www.plank2go.com/
175 Dry Creek Road
(707) 395-0572
Parish Cafe
Just off of the roundabout in town Parish has been around forever. With their cajun, New Orleans style cuisine, they have a variety of things on the menu. Standouts are the Banana Foster, Shrimp & Grits, their Po-Boys, and of course the beignets. It's an amazing old building and is pretty popular in Healdsburg.
https://theparishcafe.com/
60 Mill Street
(707) 431-8474
... And of course Acorn Cafe is also one of our favorites.
More Options
We wanted to keep our top recommendations to around 5 per meal, which has been very difficult to do. So we are also including more below, sorry.
GOODNIGHTS STEAKHOUSE
The new steakhouse in town. Great filets, dry-aged cuts and A5 Wagyu. Drinks are pretty fantastic too. Been a couple of times and it does not disappoint. Not cheap, but what is these days?
www.goodnightsrestaurant.com
The Matheson Wine Wall & Rooftop
Over 50 wines you can self-serve from their wine dispensing machines. Get anything from a taste to a glass. Very fun. And if you get a little hungry, just order some food at the bar right there or head upstairs to their Rooftop restaurant (and try their fabulous salmon pizza with caviar!).
Iggy's Organic Burger & Angela's Organic Ice Cream
Iggy’s and Angela’s is a relatively new burger and ice cream joint in town. Owned by mother and son duo, Iggy and Angela’s quickly became a town favorite for casual burgers, loaded fries, and topping it off with Angela’s ice cream (our favorites are Caramel Crack, Grasshopper, and Dulce de Leche brownie).
https://www.angelasicecream.co...
Lo and Behold
New restaurant/specialty cocktail place from the people who used to work at Dukes. The "Almost Famous Chicken Tenders" are great.
Troubadour
Troubadour is a great sandwich shop during the day but now they provide a world-class French pop-up dinner in the same space. Be forewarned, you are sitting in a sandwich shop on stools and will pay $125/pp before wine (so not cheap), but the food is outstanding and the dishes (oh the dishes).
Grata
Fantastic and affordable Italian. Located in Windsor, just one town below Healdsburg. Large portions, good food, a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere and very affordable for restaurants around here. Not fancy but solid.
Baci
Great, family-owned Itailan right in town. A great vibe and really good food. They also have a great wine room for groups.
Willi's Seafood
Small plate classic right in Healdsburg. Fantastic raw bar, great fish tacos and impressive lobster rolls. Many other options (even non-fish) as well. Great indoor and outdoor seating. A fun place.
www.starkrestaurants.com/stark-restaurant/willis-seafood-raw-bar
Diavola
Best wood-fired pizza in the area. Located just 5 minutes from the house in Geyserville. Small place so definitely make reservations for dine-in and also does take-out.
The Madrona
Used to be the Mardrona Manor. Located 5 minutes by car from the plaza. Absolutely beautiful inside and a cool bar (be sure to order the Estate Martini). Serving dinner and weekend brunch.
Little Saint
Your vegan option in town. They feature a 100% plant-based restaurant, craft cocktails shop, coffee bar and more.
We also have some great markets if you are looking to cook at the house.
Big Johns Market
The closest market to the house. Great meats, fish, cheeses and take-away.
1345 Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg
Safeway
For the basics, but also really good produce (would go to Big Johns or Olivers for meat/fish).
1115 Vine Street, Healdsburg
https://local.safeway.com/safe...
Olivers
About 15 minutes away but great prepared food and produce.
9230 Old Redwood Hwy, Windsor
And if you want someone else to do the cooking at the house, we have some great personal chef recommendations:
Jamil Peden
www.jamilpeden.wixsite.com/chef
Instagram: @!jamilpeden.
jamilpeden@yahoo.com
(707) 321-4346
Steve Litke
Former Farmhouse Inn chef
Article
(707) 494-3134.
DL Catering: Dan Lucia
www.bignightproductions.com
dan@dlcateringhealdsburg.com
707 481-1130
Beverley Witty
https://www.yelp.com/biz/beverley-witty-private-chef-san-francisco-3
831-297-0086
Bay Laurel Culinary: Christopher & Ciara Greenwald
www.baylaurelculinary.com
info@baylaurelculinary.com
707 981-8100
Leigh Trombley
www.leightrombley.com
And sometimes you just want to have something delivered.
THE BEST BET FOR DELIVERY TO THE PROPERTY IS ONE OF THE FOOD DELIVERY APPS. THE TWO MAIN ONES THAT DELIVER ARE GRUBHUB AND UBER EATS. WHILE THE OFFERINGS ARE NOT EXTENSIVE, THERE ARE SOME SOLID OPTIONS INCLUDING:
Agave
Great higher-end Mexican
Himalayan
Great Indian food
Mombo Pizza
Good new pizza place in town
Otoro Sushi
Good sushi and close by
