santa rosa restaurant Archives

The view from the patio area at The Junction, located at the former site of The Villa, in Santa Rosa on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. (Christopher Chung/The Press Democrat)

Historic Villa Restaurant in Santa Rosa To Reopen as The Junction

March 2026

After sitting empty for three years, Santa Rosa’s historic Villa restaurant is reopening as The Junction, a family-friendly pizza and beer destination overlooking Annadel State Park.

Ricotta Gnocchi with browned butter, tomato and sage from Ca’Bianca Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026 on Second Street in Santa Rosa. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Classic Italian Dining, White-Tablecloth Service at Santa Rosa’s Ca’Bianca

February 2026

White tablecloths, veteran servers and classic Italian dishes still define the historic restaurant as it celebrates its 30th anniversary.

Partners Hayley Cutri and chef Efrain Balmes at Sonoma Eats in Sonoma Tuesday November 22, 2022. (Chad Surmick / The Press Democrat)

Parkside Eats To Replace Lepe’s Taqueria in Santa Rosa This Spring

January 2026

Parkside Eats will open this spring, taking over the former Lepe’s Taqueria space with a California comfort food menu influenced by Mexican flavors.

A bowl of rice topped with beef. (ken6345 / Getty Images)

Sizzling House in Santa Rosa Is Worth Checking Out

January 2026

There's plenty of chatter about the new donburi and ramen spot inside the Safeway shopping center on Mendocino Avenue.

A plate of beef cheek topped with artichoke dill pickle salsa verde sauce including crispy garlic chips, Jalapeño cheddar sausage, roasted potato salad, corn bread, and pickled fruits and veggies, are shown at Bob Costarella’s “Red Eye Barbecue” pop-up, held on Saturdays at Sazon Peruvian Cuisine & Deli on November 15, 2025. (Darryl Bush / For The Press Democrat)

Red Eye Barbecue Brings Central Texas-Style Ribs To Hidden Roseland Pop-up

December 2025

Red Eye Barbecue may only surface once a week for now, but the ribs already feel like a Sonoma County secret worth chasing. Follow the smoke — and don’t miss the potato salad.

Fungi limone pizza at Rosso Pizzeria & Wine Bar in Santa Rosa on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. (Christopher Chung/The Press Democrat)

Santa Rosa’s Rosso May Have New Owners, but the Food Is Just as Good

September 2025

A cherished neighborhood pizzeria in Santa Rosa has reopened with new owners, but the same wood-fired soul.

Tacos de Asada topped with grilled skirt steak, huitlacoche cream and roasted scallions wrapped in a homemade corn tortilla at chef Carlos Mojica's dinner pop-up at Aroma de Cafe in Santa Rosa. (Heather Irwin/The Press Democrat)

Pop-up at New Aroma de Cafe Spot Features Top Healdsburg Chef

August 2025

Chef Carlos Mojica’s Latin-Italian fusion dinners are hidden inside a Railroad Square brunch cafe.

The Molcajete at Ah Huevo! in Santa Rosa Plaza on Monday, July 14, 2025. (Christopher Chung/The Press Democrat)

Ah Huevo! Brings Showstopping Latin-Fusion Dishes to Santa Rosa Plaza

July 2025

The new Santa Rosa café is already a hit, featuring a laundry list of American and Latin-inspired dishes. The real showstoppers, however, are mimosas.

Croissants at Cafe Des Croissants on Lomitas Ave. in Santa Rosa. File photo: Crista Jeremiason

Cafe Des Croissants Will Open New Location in the Former Pharmacy in Santa Rosa

April 2025

Plus, a salad and sandwich chain will open soon at Montgomery Village and a poke shack is slated for an early summer opening at The Barlow.

Lox & Latke Benedict with Caviar from Grossman’s Deli Friday, October 11, 2024, in Santa Rosa’s Railroad Square. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Local Favorite Grossman’s to Be Featured on ‘Check, Please! Bay Area’

January 2025

Since opening in 2020, the Jewish-style deli in Santa Rosa has been a shining star among the local foodie world.