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Cascabel, Santa Rosa: Modern Mexican with bright flavors and a full bar. Best bets include chicken tinga enchiladas (pictured) and cochinita pibil. Order online for takeout or delivery. 909 Village Court, Santa Rosa, cascabelbayarea.com/santa-rosa (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)
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Cookie Take a Bite, Santa Rosa: Chocolate chip and lemon are our favorite gourmet cookies from local pastry chef Tracy Mattson. 707-291-1785, redwoodfoodtaxi.com (Christopher Chung/The Press Democrat)
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Crumbl, Santa Rosa: Set up your blanket fort, because until 10 p.m., you can order warm cookies and milk. Read more. 707-324-1781, crumblecookies.com/order (Crumbl Cookies)
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Rosso, Santa Rosa: Neopolitan-style wood-fired pizzas featuring the kind of ingredients you've come to expect in Sonoma County: fresh, organic, locally-sourced and seasonal. The Funghi di Limone, with oven-roasted mixed mushrooms, taleggio and fontina cheese, shaved artichokes, lemon oil and fresh thyme, is a favorite. Call in an order for pickup. Creekside Center, 53 Montgomery Drive, Santa Rosa, 707-544-3221, rossopizzeria.com (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)
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Dave’s Hot Chicken, Santa Rosa: Nashville-style fried chicken tenders and sliders from mild to face-melting spicy. The Half and Half includes pickles, crinkle fries, sauce and slaw. It’s a 12-napkin hot mess you’ll be cleaning off the counter for days. 707-582-2200, doordash.com, ubereats.com and grubhub.com (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)
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La Gare French Restaurant, Santa Rosa: Full menu of all the classic dishes (including escargot) and their famous Beef Wellington. VIP curbside pickup nightly 5-8 p.m., and you can take a bottle of house wine home for $20. Every order receives complimentary chocolate mousse. Takeout orders accepted. 208 Wilson St., Santa Rosa, 707- 528-4355, lagarerestaurant.com (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)
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Han Bul, Santa Rosa: The best part of Korean barbecue (besides the barbecue) are the many little appetizers, or banchan. Dinner sets like bulgogi and stir-fried squid include an adorable array of sides. Soft tofu soup is a spicy cure-all for what's ailing you. Bonus: You can order sushi and other Japanese specialties from sister restaurant Haku Sushi. Order delivery via GrubHub. 522 7th St., Santa Rosa, 707-919-3094, grubhub.com (Courtesy of Han Bul)
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Mother Cluckers Wings, Santa Rosa: A new wing and burger spot from the owner of Cotati’s Down to Earth Cafe. The Local Burger is outstanding, along with creamy, dreamy mac and cheese with bacon. Based in Cotati, with service to Santa Rosa. doordash.com only. (Heather Irwin/Sonoma Magazine)
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Royal China Restaurant, Santa Rosa: Top-rated Chinese food in Santa Rosa. Peking and Hunan specialities, including Wor Wonton soup if you're feeling under the weather. Order online or call for takeout. 3080 Marlow Road #4, Santa Rosa, 707-545-2911, places.singleplatform.com/royal-china-restaurant-5/menu (Crista Jeremiason/The Press Democrat)
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Zoftig Eatery, Santa Rosa: Breakfast or lunch? You can go either way at this Santa Rosa spot, with a falafel wrap (hummus, cucumber raita, pickled onions, veggies and tahini dressing) or the K Town buttermilk-fried chicken sandwich with gochujang barbecue sauce, sesame aioli, jalapeños and lime, plus breakfast sandwiches and muffins for the mornings. Order online. 57 Montgomery Drive, Santa Rosa, 707-521-9554, zoftigeatery.com. (Chris Hardy/for Sonoma Magazine)
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Walter Hansel Wine Bistro, Santa Rosa: Menu includes Chicken Cordon Bleu, Boeuf Bourguignon, Steak Au Poivre and Valrhona chocolate mousse. Call the restaurant from 3 p.m. to place a takeout order for pickup after 5 p.m. 3535 Guerneville Road, Santa Rosa, 707-546-6462, walterhanselbistro.com (Chris Hardy/for Sonoma Magazine)
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Franchettis Gasthaus + Kitchen, Santa Rosa: Italian meets German at this local eatery. Best bets are their signature Pizza Margherita, German schnitzel with lingonberries, crispy arancini (bite-size risotto balls) with truffle oil and warm chocolate hazelnut donuts. 707-526-1229, franchettis.com (Heather Irwin/Sonoma Magazine)
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Ippinn Udon & Tempura, Santa Rosa: Our standard order is mild green papaya salad, curry noodles with tofu and fluffy potato croquettes. In our house, it’s a favorite on a cold day. 707-521-9911, ippinnllc.com (Heather Irwin/Sonoma Magazine)
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Zimi on Mission, Santa Rosa: Excellent pizza with a Greek twist. Insiders know that their to-go market stocks everything from Greek olives and marinated Feta cheese to homemade dolmas, tzatziki sauce and Greek dishes like spanakopita, pastitsio (baked pasta) and bougatsa (custard pie). Order online for takeout. 500 Mission Blvd., Suite B, Santa Rosa, 707-541-6323, eatzimionmission.com (Heather Irwin/Sonoma Magazine)
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Hang Ah Dim Sum, Santa Rosa: This tiny Santa Rosa restaurant has Chinese standards, but it’s their dim sum everyone craves. Try any of these: roast duck, shui mai (traditional Chinese dumplings; pictured) with diced mushrooms, pork and shrimp, pork buns and the absolutely delicious bean curd skin in broth, along with chicken claws, if you’re so inclined. 707-576-7873, hangahdimsum.com (Heather Irwin/Sonoma Magazine)
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The Spinster Sisters, Santa Rosa: Spinster Sisters is like a restaurant at home, with creative menu ideas. Each week features different Family Meal combos, like Spinster's fried chicken with creamy mac and cheese, braised collard greens, tomato, bacon, buttermilk biscuits, and German chocolate cake for dessert. Online ordering, curbside pickup and takeout available. 401 S. A St., Santa Rosa, 707-528-7100, thespinstersisters.com (The Spinster Sisters)
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Taqueria Las Palmas, Santa Rosa: Don’t judge a book by its cover. Though the restaurant is modest, the food is incredible. Try the chile relleno or al pastor tacos. Takeout. 415 Santa Rosa Ave., Santa Rosa, 707-546-3091 (Jeff Kan Lee/The Press Democrat)
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La Fondita, Santa Rosa: "Life changing Mexican food,” says Yelp, and we agree. We recommend the elotes, tacos, molcajete and enchiladas. The bright orange food truck and the restaurant are open for takeout. 816 Sebastopol Road, Santa Rosa, 707-526-0881 (Heather Irwin/Sonoma Magazine)
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Los Tres Chiles, Santa Rosa: Try this awesome family-run spot in Bennett Valley. Menu includes a wet super burrito, carnitas plate and fish tacos. Order online for takeout. 2765 Yulupa Ave., Santa Rosa, 707-304-5724, lostreschiles.com (Yelp)
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Taqueria California, Santa Rosa: This family favorite has excellent tacos, taquitos and horchata. 707-579-9777, doordash.com (Heather Irwin/Sonoma Magazine)
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Acme Burger, Cotati: Combos with burgers or grilled cheese, fries and fountain drink, with a number of creative burgers and fresh salads. Online ordering, takeout, curbside pickup and delivery. 550 E. Cotati Ave., Cotati, 707–665-5620, acmeburgerco.com (Heather Irwin/Sonoma Magazine)
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Lynn’s Thai, Cotati: Don’t miss the Tom Kha, a coconut milk soup with galangal, kaffir lime, lemongrass and mushrooms. Save room for black sticky rice with condensed milk and fresh mango. To-go orders are packaged with care so they stay tasty all the way home rather than spilling all over your seats. Order online for pickup. 8492 Gravenstein Highway, Suite M, Cotati, 707-793-9300, lynnthai.com (Heather Irwin/Sonoma Magazine)
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Tiny Thai, Cotati: Tiny Thai is a great spot for some Drunken Noodles or excellent Pad Thai (one of the best in Sonoma County) plus hard-to-find dishes like fish cakes and fried taro root rolls. Pumpkin curry with a creamy coconut milk sauce studded with bits of pumpkin won’t disappoint. Order online for pickup. 8238 Old Redwood Highway, Cotati, 707-794-9404, tinythaicotati.com/order (Alvin Jornada/The Press Democrat)
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El Fogon Taqueria, Rohnert Park: Real-deal regional Mexican food at taqueria prices. We’re obsessed with their huitlacoche quesadillas, a tortilla with “corn mushrooms,” a delicacy rarely found locally. Don’t miss the weekend barbacoa and birria tacos. Order by phone. 6650 Commerce Blvd., Rohnert Park, 707-585-1623 (El Fogon Taqueria)
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Hana, Rohnert Park: Abbreviated menu with most of your favorites, including nigiri and chirashi. Deluxe platters with multiple rolls or bento box dinners are crowdpleasers. Order by phone for takeout. 101 Golf Course Drive, Rohnert Park, 707-586-0270, hanajapanese.com/menu (Erik Castro/for Sonoma Magazine)
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Jam’s Joy Bungalow, Sebastopol and Cotati: Owner Jamilah Nixon has a small storefront in the heart of Sebastopol, but she’s always got giant flavors in her Southeast Asian cuisine. Try the jok, a comforting rice porridge with a six-minute egg, crispy shallots and spicy fermented bean paste. Order online. Also in Cotati. 150 Weeks Way, Sebastopol, 707-843-9001; 101 E Cotati Ave., Cotati, 707-794-9464, jamsjoybungalow.com (Alvin Jornada/The Press Democrat)
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Sushi Kosho, Sebastopol: The best sushi spot in Sonoma County also does takeout. Try their excellent nigiri, salmon tartar tacos, rolls, Wagyu short ribs, karaage fried chicken, banh mi or poke bowls. Order online for pickup. 6750 McKinley Ave., Sebastopol, 707-827-6373, sushikoshotogo.com (Heather Irwin/Sonoma Magazine)
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El Barrio Fresca Cocina Mexicana, Sebastopol: We love the “Trust Me Tacos,” a weekly chef’s special featuring local ingredients. Order online for delivery or takeout. 6760 McKinley St., No. 140, 707-329-6538, trustmetaco.com (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)
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Portico Italian Social Food, Sebastopol: Homemade pasta, antipasti, burrata, risotto and pantry items. 707-888-9136, porticosocialfood.com (Shutterstock)
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Brewsters Beer Garden + Restaurant, Petaluma: Cocktails, beer and wine come with great sandwiches, fries, smoked meats and more at this local staple. Order online for pickup or delivery. 229 Water St. N., 707-981-8330, brewstersbeergarden.com (Heather Irwin/The Press Democrat)
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Lunchette, Petaluma: Healthy, locally sourced salads and bowls. We love the trout salad with shaved veggies, roasted beets and spiced cashews. 707-241-7443, petalumataxi.com (Houston Porter/Petaluma Argus-Courier)
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Butcher Crown Roadhouse, Petaluma: Burgers, barbecue and beer are specialties at this Petaluma gem. Totchos, tater tot nachos with melted cheese, jalapeños and barbecue sauce, are dreamy, along with fresh barbecued brisket and pork by the pound. Delivery via Petaluma Food Taxi at a $5 flat fee. 1905 Bodega Ave., Petaluma, 707-559-3735, butchercrown.com (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)
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Stockhome, Petaluma: Stockhome, Petaluma: After that third glass of chardonnay, try a Tunnbrödsrulle, a hearty wrap with grilled pork and beef sausage, mashed potatoes, onion, mustard and ketchup. Kebab plates and Swedish classics like gravlax and Swedish meatballs are also excellent. 220 Western Ave., Petaluma, 707-981-8511, stockhomerestaurant.com (New Rev Media)
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Pizza Leah, Windsor: Leah Scurto puts every bit of her soul into making dough, sauce and cheese as perfect as possible. Scurto has spent her entire adult life slinging pizza, primarily for the Santa Cruz-based Pizza My Heart. She also is a seven-year member of the United States Pizza Team and one of only a handful of women who compete. Pizzas come in two styles, thin-crust round pies that are 12 or 16 inches or square-pan pies. Online ordering (not available Friday or Saturday). 9240 Old Redwood Highway, Suite 116, Windsor, 707-620-0551, pizzaleah.com (Beth Schlanker/The Press Democrat)
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Sweet T's Restaurant and Bar, Windsor: Excellent Southern-style barbecue for a crowd, fried chicken and boozy drinks (to go) galore. Butter cake solves every problem known to mankind. Call to place curbside pickup order with no-contact pay station at the restaurant. 9098 Brooks Road S., Windsor, 707-687-5185, sweettssouthern.com (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)
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Campo Fina, Healdsburg: Go for Nonna’s tomato-braised chicken, honey-roasted carrots and arancini (saffron risotto balls stuffed with cheese and tomatoes). A kids make-at-home pizza kit keeps the little ones busy while you open a bottle of chianti. Order online for curbside pickup. 330 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg, campofina.com (Crista Jeremiason/The Press Democrat)
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Guiso Latin Fusion, Healdsburg: Wednesday through Friday, this tiny Healdsburg restaurant does creative takes on pupusas, fish tacos and a family pack of chicken, prawn and linguica paella. Order online or by phone. 117 North St., Healdsburg, 707-431-1302, guisolatinfusion.com (Heather Irwin/Sonoma Magazine)
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Kin Smoke, Healdsburg: This kid-friendly spot has something for everyone, including ribs, smoked chicken, pulled pork and other expertly-barbecued options. Full menu available for curbside pickup. Phone orders only. 304 Center St., Healdsburg, 707-473-8440, kinsmoke.com (Beth Schlanker/The Press Democrat)
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Pizzando, Healdsburg: Wood-fired pizza and pasta. 707-922-5233, doordash.com (Pizzando)
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Diavola Pizzeria & Salumeria, Geyserville: Fresh slices of house-cured lardo on top of a wood-fired pizza. Toss on a few tomatoes and you’ll never look at another piece of mushroom and pepperoni quite the same way again. And it’s just one of the devilish pizzas at Dino Bugica’s rustic pizzeria. Online ordering available. 21021 Geyserville Ave., Geyserville, 707-814-0111, diavolapizzeria.com (Christopher Chung/The Press Democrat)
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HopMonk Tavern, Sonoma: Order a four- or six-person family meal to feed the whole family. Menu features fish and chips, lasagne, roasted chicken, sandwiches and more. Open for curbside pickup and delivery (via Doordash and UberEats). Takeout and delivery orders can be placed online. 691 Broadway, Sonoma, hopmonk.com/order-sonoma (Kent Porter/The Press Democrat)
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Salumeria Ovello, Sonoma: This off-the-beaten-path mercato in Sonoma is run by a former Michelin-starred chef. Their take-out charcuterie board is a signature, but don’t miss their sweets and pre-made sauces and dips, including Piedmontese Giardiniera, chicken liver pate with port gelatin, chocolate budino and slices of fresh focaccia. Order online for curbside pickup. 248 W. Napa St., Sonoma, ovello.square.site (Salumeria Ovello)
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Tips Roadside, Kenwood: Family-style meals, cocktails, beer and wine for takeout and delivery. For questions, email info@tipsroadside.com. 8445 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood, tipsroadside.com (Courtesy of Tips Roadside)
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Brot, Guerneville: The best German specialties available for pickup: fresh pretzel with butter, currywurst with fries, pork schnitzel and mushroom spatzle. Call to order takeout. 16218 Main St., Guerneville, 707-604-6102, brotguerneville.com (Heather Irwin/Sonoma Magazine)