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14 New Sonoma County Restaurants to Check Out Right Now
From Spanish paella to Swedish candy: here's what's new, what's hot and what's soon to come on the Sonoma County dining scene.
Gerard’s Paella, Santa Rosa: Opening this Wednesday, June 27, popular paella maestro Gerard Nebesky’s first brick and mortar will serve up his signature rice dish along with Spanish tapas, sandwiches and salads. We got a sneak peek at some of the dishes, including the El Paquito bocadillo, a baguette-style sandwich with Serrano ham, Manchego cheese and arugula, and the El Pescador, a black paella with clams, mussels, prawns, sweet peas, peppers and aioli. Want to try the dish that beat celebrity chef Bobby Flay’s on the Food Network? The El Valdeon ($15) includes prawns, squid, mussels, marinated chicken, also known as the “Flay Slayer." Prices range from $5 to $15, 701 Fourth St., Santa Rosa, Open daily at 11a.m., 707-708-8686, gerardspaella.com. (Photo by Heather Irwin)
Tapas at Gerard’s Paella in downtown Santa Rosa. (Photo by Heather Irwin)
Cocktail at Gerard’s Paella in downtown Santa Rosa. (Photo by Heather Irwin)
Jambon sandwich at Gerard’s Paella in downtown Santa Rosa. (Photo by Heather Irwin)
Parish, Santa Rosa: A love letter to owner Rob Lippincott's hometown of New Orleans, the second Parish Cafe has already woven itself into the fabric of downtown Santa Rosa. Flanked by flickering New Orleans-style gas lamps and perfumed by the spicy bouquet of crawfish and hush puppies, The Parish Cafe is warmer than a peach cobbler resting on maw-maw's window sill. It’s been worth the wait for a restaurant that feels so natural in this space, with its shrimp po-boys, muffaletta sandwiches (pictured), fried oysters, shrimp and grits, red beans and rice and rib-sticking jambalaya. 703 Fourth St., Santa Rosa, 707-843-7804, theparishcafe.com. Also at 60 Mill St, Healdsburg. (Photo by Heather Irwin)
Mod Pizza, Santa Rosa: The newest entry into the DIY pizza game in Santa Rosa is Seattle-based MOD Pizza, offering up tasty ingredients like arugula, roasted red peppers and corn, fresh rosemary, fresh ricotta and fig balsamic glaze for your pie. You can, of course, also get things like pepperoni and mozzarella, but where’s the fun in that? Great for families and milkshake lovers. 2695 Santa Rosa Ave., Santa Rosa, (707) 304-7051, modpizza.com. (Courtesy photo)
Old Possum Brewing, Santa Rosa: Chef and butcher Christian Velasquez makes his own thick-cut bologna, lightly fried, served atop sliced artisan white bread with homemade pickles and his own pimento cheese, and here it’s a revelation rather than a punchline. Farm to fork dining that’s unusual for brew pubs, but a refreshing addition to the Santa Rosa scene. 357 Sutton Place, Santa Rosa, 707-303-7177, oldpossumbrewing.com. (Photo by Heather Irwin)
Bologna sandwich at Old Possum Taproom and Kitchen in Santa Rosa. (Photo by Heather Irwin)
Bratwurst at Old Possum Taproom and Kitchen in Santa Rosa. (Photo by Heather Irwin)
Habit Burger, Santa Rosa: Much-awaited charbroiled burger chain comes north with double charburger, portobello burger, malted milkshakes and even a seared ahi tuna sandwich that’s a welcome addition to the fast food lineup. Is it an In-N-Out killer? Probably not, though they’re located (not by accident) close by. Habit Burgers have already opened at Graton Resort and Casino and In Petaluma. 2005 Cleveland Ave., Santa Rosa (near Coddingtown Mall). 707-230-6744, habitburger.com. (Courtesy photo)
Coming to Petaluma in mid to late July: Stockhome, Swedish-inspired street food, meatballs and Saturday candy in downtown Petaluma. (Photo: newrevmedia.com)
Swedish "Saturday Candy" at Stochome Restaurant in Petaluma. (Photo: newrevmedia.com)
Tips Roadside, Kenwood: Owners of the popular Tri Tip Trolley have completely rehabbed the former Vineyards Inn, featuring the southern cooking of Chef Thaddeus Palmese. Best bets include beignets with Meyer lemon, grits with smoked mushrooms, and smoked short ribs. A full bar includes craft cocktails and a lengthy list of local wines. Dinner only, 8445 Sonoma Hwy, Kenwood, 707-509-0078, tipsroadside.com. (Courtesy photo)
El Huerto, Sonoma: “Glow Bowls” with acai, fresh fruit, and super foods; Mangonada, Tostiloco, avocado toast, fresh juices and more. 19213 Sonoma Hwy, Sonoma. (Courtesy photo)
Les Pascals, Glen Ellen: Authentic French bakery and cafe popular with the bicycle set. Fresh pastries and house made breads, along with cookies, croissants, brioche and sandwiches. 13758 Arnold Drive, Glen Ellen, 707-934-8378, lespascalspatisserie.com. (Photo by Heather Irwin)
French pastries at Les Pascals in Glen Ellen. (Photo by Heather Irwin)
French pastries at Les Pascals in Glen Ellen. (Photo by Heather Irwin)
French pastries at Les Pascals in Glen Ellen. (Photo by Heather Irwin)
Riko Cafe & Restaurant, Sebastopol: Hearty breakfasts, burgers and wraps on an extensive menu, with many Mexican and Latin specialties. 7365 Healdsburg Ave., Sebastopol, rikocaferestaurant.com, 707-827-8188. (Photo from Yelp)
Barrels, Brews and Bites, Healdsburg: Craft brew and wine tasting with small bites menu that includes crispy prosciutto cups, bacon and Brussels sprouts, basket of truffle fries with a trio of dips, Lil Cluckers deviled eggs with bacon jam, street tacos, a slider sampler, flat bread and crab croquettes. 335 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg, 707-395-0487, barrelsbrewsandbites.com. (Photo from Facebook)
Otoro Sushi, Healdsburg: Lots of locals are liking this tiny sushi spot featuring mostly-Americanized Japanese food including gyoza, yakitori chicken with pineapple, jalapeno bombs, teriyaki plates, udon, nigiri, deep fried rolls, baked rolls, and all manner of “special rolls” with spicy tuna, shrimp tempura, mayo, macadamia nuts, and fruit. 1280 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg, 707-756-3932. (Photo from Facebook)