Sonoma Restaurants Archives

Nigiri Sushi and Sashimi Combo at Shige Sushi Japanese Kitchen in Cotati. (Alvin Jornada / The Press Democrat)

Where to Get the Best Sushi in Sonoma County

June 2026

June 18 is International Sushi Day. Here are 14 of the best local places to eat sushi. Guaranteed.

The Madrona Burger with roasted onions, white Cheddar cheese, spicy ketchup and beef fat fries from the weekend brunch menu at The Madrona in Healdsburg, Friday, July 14, 2023. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

The Madrona in Healdsburg Launches Express Lunch Menu

June 2026

Designed for diners short on time, the new lunch at Healdsburg's Madrona hotel and restaurant includes a choice of starter and entrée.

A variety of apple ciders produced by Ethic Ciders include Golden Rule, Montage, Gravitude, and Scarlett. Photo taken at the Lawton's apple farm on Wednesday, December 26, 2018 in Sebastopol, California . (BETH SCHLANKER/The Press Democrat)

North Bay Producers Win Big at 2026 Good Food Awards

June 2026

Sonoma, Napa and Marin producers earned national honors in the 2026 Good Food Awards, with winning products including cheese, cider, coffee, pasta, olive oil and preserves.

Authentic Turkish cuisine from Alesta Modern Mediterranean Wednesday, June 3, 2026 in Sebastopol. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

Alesta Brings Refined Turkish and Mediterranean Food to Sebastopol

June 2026

Alesta serves Turkish and Mediterranean dishes, warm hospitality and tableside theater in an unexpected Sebastopol strip-mall setting.

The BLT with Hobbs’ Applewood bacon, wild baby arugula, tomato, Parmesan aioli on a ciabatta bun with fries from Salt & Stone in the heart of the Sonoma Valley Monday, June 1, 2026 in Kenwood. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

Salt & Stone in Kenwood Offers Wine Country Views, Happy Hour and a Sprawling Menu

June 2026

Salt & Stone pairs Kenwood vineyard views with oysters, martinis, early happy hour and a menu made for nearly everyone.

A twist on a tuna salad sandwich at Folia Bar & Kitchen in Healdsburg. (Emma K Creative)

Sonoma County Restaurants Serving Cozy Retro Dishes

June 2026

Everywhere we look, Sonoma County restaurants are serving up comfy retro delights that remind us of childhood and simpler times.

Hacienda Beach, seen from the bridge over River Road, continues to be a hotspot in the ongoing dispute over public access to privately owned beaches along the Russian River in Forestville, Friday, July 5, 2024. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Russian River Valley Named Among Most Underrated Destinations in California

June 2026

Travel + Leisure recently highlighted 10 of California’s most underrated destinations, steering readers away from the tourist magnets that dominate travel itineraries. One of those places is in Sonoma County.

A variety of ceramic pieces by Jee Park, of Seoul Sister Studio, in Healdsburg on Thursday, March 19, 2026. (Christopher Chung/The Press Democrat)

Local Ceramics Artists Create Tableware for Some of Sonoma County’s Best Restaurants

June 2026

Artists from Healdsburg and Santa Rosa craft ceramic pieces for some of the finest restaurants in Sonoma County and beyond. Here's where to spot their work.

A dinner spread at SingleThread in Healdsburg. (John Troxell / Sonoma County Tourism)

Healdsburg’s SingleThread Named One of North America’s Best Restaurants

June 2026

Once again, Healdsburg's three-Michelin-starred restaurant has been recognized on the 50 Best organization’s North America list.

Mole Tamales from Sonoma Eats in Boyes Hot Springs on Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Hazel, Sonoma Eats Restaurants Reopening This Summer

June 2026

An Oaxacan restaurant in Sonoma and a casual eatery and pie shop in Occidental are set to reopen in new locations this summer.