Restaurants and bakeries are still popping up throughout the county, and for that we’re grateful. We’ve gathered some of our favorite new(ish) spots, along with yet-to-open restaurants on the horizon.
25 New and Coming-Soon Restaurants in Sonoma County
Here's what's new, what's hot and what's soon to come on the Sonoma County dining scene.
Bagel Mill, Petaluma: Freshly milled flour and their own sourdough starter makes for some top notch bagels at this up and coming bakery. A focus on boiled and baked bagels makes it New Yorker approved. Read review. 212 Western Ave, Petaluma, thebagilmill.com. (Heather Irwin)
Trattoria Roma, Petaluma: Cozy Italian comfort food that’s approachable and tasty. Traditional dishes like chicken parm, Caesar salad and lasagna are favorites. 140 2nd St, Petaluma, trattoriaromapetaluma.com. (John Burgess)
Trattoria Roma in the Petaluma Theater District. (John Burgess)
Pollo Parmigiana, oven baked chicken breast layered with mozzarella with a side of marinara penne from Trattoria Roma in the Petaluma Theater District. (John Burgess)
Linguine Vongole with fresh Manila clams, garlic, white wine, E.V.O.O. and parsley from Trattoria Roma in the Petaluma Theater District. (John Burgess)
Ayawaska, Petaluma: Piscos are perfect at this riverside restaurant. You’ll find now-familiar ceviches, lomo saltado and a savory corn cake, along with delish cheesecake with lime and marmalade. Read review. 101 2nd St #190, Petaluma, ayawaskasf.com. (Heather Irwin)
Trio of ceviche at Ayawaska in Petaluma. (Heather Irwin/Sonoma Magazine)
Ayawaska sour and pisco sour at Ayawaska in Petaluma. (Heather Irwin)
Wine or Lose Board Game Cafe, Petaluma: You won’t be bored at this board game-themed cafe. Choose from more than 300 old school games — from Candyland to Carcassonne — to play while you eat tapas-style plates and grab a glass of wine. On the menu: BLT’s, mini meatloaf, salads, cheese and charcuterie and for dessert, s’mores parfait! 131 Kentucky St, Petaluma, wineorlose.com. (Courtesy photo)
Oyama Sushi, Petaluma: Solid sushi with other Japanese fare including ramen and bento boxes. 175 N McDowell Blvd, oyamasushipetaluma.com. (Ben Y. / Yelp)
The Twins Restaurant, Cotati: A breakfast-brunch-lunch spot that’s serves morning favorites all day. Scrambles, waffles, chilaquiles to start the day, burgers and tuna melts in the afternoon. We're fans of the eggs Benedict with Meyer Lemon Hollandaise. 572 E Cotati Ave, Cotati, Heather Irwin/PD
The Twins Restaurant, Cotati: A breakfast-brunch-lunch spot that’s serves morning favorites all day. Scrambles, waffles, chilaquiles to start the day, burgers and tuna melts in the afternoon. 572 E Cotati Ave, Cotati, Facebook. (Akinna A. / Yelp)
Wing Man, Cotati: Get sauced with the area’s best chicken wings. A lengthy list of sauces to dip your wings or fried cauliflower, plus daily specials, wine, beer and plenty of napkins for your sticky fingers. Read review. 101 E Cotati Ave, Cotati, wingmanfoodtruck.com. (Heather Irwin)
Truffle fries at Wing Man in Cotati. (Heather Irwin)
Taqueria La Hacienda, Sonoma: Approachable Mexican classics. Full bar. 17960 Sonoma Hwy, Sonoma. (Sarah Stierch)
The Macho Burrito at La Hacienda in Sonoma. (Sarah Stierch)
Ovello Salumeria, Sonoma: Charcuterie is the name of the game at this Sonoma-based meat-aging company. A brief cafe menu includes charcuterie plates, salad, focaccia, panini and desserts. 248 W Napa St, Sonoma, ovellosonoma.com. (Sarah Stierch)
Wit and Wisdom, Sonoma: A Michael Mina restaurant that’s replacing the former Carneros Bistro at the Lodge at Sonoma. Modern American food slated for 2020. 1325 Broadway, Sonoma. (Courtesy photo)
Baker and Cook, Sonoma: Former Harvest Cafe owners have opened a bakery cafe in nearby Boyes Hot Springs. House-made bagels, biscuits and gravy and pastries for breakfast; BLT ciabatta sandwiches, soups and salads for lunch. 18812 CA-12, Sonoma, bakerandcooksonoma.com. (Robbi Pengelly)
Estero Cafe, Santa Rosa: Popular West County cafe will be opening a second outpost in 2020 in Railroad Square. Read more. (Chris Hardy)
Breakfast salad of local lettuces, soft poached egg, crispy bacon, sauteed mushrooms, poached potatoes, fresh red onion, avocado, Pugs Leap chevre, and apple cider vinaigrette dressing and a mimosa at Estero Cafe. (Alvin Jornada)
Cinnamon French toast made from Village Bakery brioche topped with butter, fresh whipped cream, organic raspberries and real maple syrup with sparkling wine and a cappuccino at Estero Cafe. (Alvin Jornada)
Cumin, Santa Rosa: Top-notch Indian and Himalayan food. Chili momos, butter chicken and tikka are faves. Read review. 170 Farmers Lane, Ste. 8, Santa Rosa, near the Flamingo Hotel. (Heather Irwin)
Han Bul Korean, Santa Rosa: Authentic Korean BBQ, with grilling tables for cooking your meat and veggies. A wonderfully fun group activity. Other Korean dishes include Bibimbap, tofu soup, and jap chae. Recently added lunch. Read review. 522 7th St, Santa Rosa. (Heather Irwin)
Lamb khadi at Cumin Restaurant in Santa Rosa. (Heather Irwin)
Tia Maria, Santa Rosa: Mexican bakery backed by Healdsburg’s Costeaux. Concha “bouquets” and breakfast sandos, plus hot chocolate, coffee and pastries. Read review. 44 Sebastopol Ave., Santa Rosa, Facebook. (Beth Schlanker)
Carmen’s, Santa Rosa: After the closure of her longtime burger spot in Santa Rosa, this revamped concept includes burgers and a few more menu items like tacos, fish and chips and a full bar. Read review. 619 4th St, Santa Rosa. (Beth Schlanker)
Ippin Sushi and Shabu Shabu, Santa Rosa: Popular Mendocino Ave. noodlery is expanding with a sushi and hot pot palace. If you’re not familiar with shabu shabu, it’s a fun DIY cooking experience with meat and veggies similar to fondue. Opening in 2020. Read more. (Stock photo)
Grossman’s, Santa Rosa: Jew(ish) food from Mark and Terri Stark of Stark Reality restaurant group. Modeled after New York delis, the restaurant will have freshly made bagels and other noshes. Coming spring 2020 at the Hotel La Rose. 308 Wilson St, Santa Rosa. (Christopher Chung)
Food Mechanic, Sebastopol: The best BIG salad ever. Wooden bowls are filled with pristine local greens, smoked chicken, blue cheese, mushrooms, seasonal produce and all of the wonders of the world. Grab a homemade soup, kefir or collagen jiggler for an extra boost. Read review. 980 Gravenstein Highway South, Sebastopol, foodmechanic.com. (Heather Irwin)
Sebastopol Sunshine Cafe, Sebastopol: Classic diner food with breakfast, lunch and dinner options for the whole family. 124 S. Main St., Sebastopol, sebastopolsunshinecafe.com. (Courtesy photo)
Jam’s Joy Bungalow, Sebastopol: Banh mi, jok, and other southeast Asian specialities somehow magically appear from the world’s tiniest kitchen. Food truck maven Jamilah Nixon-Mathis serves up daily specials as well. Don’t miss the noodles. Read review. 150 Weeks Way, Sebastopol, Facebook. (Courtesy photo)
Portico, Sebastopol: Italian small plates and merriment. Beer, Italian wines, charcuterie, pasta and other specialities will open in mid-December. Read more. (Stock photo)
Brot, Guerneville: Schnitzel, pretzels, beer and all the German food. Authentic takes (with a Wine Country twist) on spatzle, potato pancakes and a Black Forest pot de creme we can’t resist. Read review. 16218 Main St, Guerneville, brotguerneville.com. (Heather Irwin)
Valley Ford Creamery: West County’s favorite cheesemaker has opened a Forestville cafe with cheese-focused dishes, along with wine, beer, coffee and pastries. Read review. 14390 Valley Ford Rd, Valley Ford, valleyfordcheese.com/store-front.
Focaccia with figs and Valley Ford Farmer's Cheese at Valley Ford Cheese & Creamery. (Heather Irwin/The Press Democrat)
Valley Ford Grilled Cheese at Valley Ford Cheese & Creamery. (Heather Irwin/Sonoma Magazine)
The Valley Ford Cheese & Creamery has opened a new store with gifts, wines, pastries and breads and a breakfast and lunch menu featuring their cheese in the tiny west county village of Valley Ford. (John Burgess)
