From a romantic spaghetti dinner to a hidden gem wine bar, there are plenty of romantic spots in Sonoma County for your night on the town.
Barndiva: A mash-up of rural charm and urban sensibilities with idyllic gardens, and picture-perfect plates that turn up the romance-o-meter to 11. 231 Center St, Healdsburg, 707-431-0100, barndiva.com. (Jil Hales)
Kumquat dessert at Barndiva in Healdsburg. (Jil Hales)
Farmhouse Inn: Classic white-tablecloth Wine Country cuisine (try the rabbit three ways) with a Michelin star. Cozy fireplaces and plenty of candlelight up the romance. 7871 River Road, Forestville, 707-887-3300, farmhouseinn.com. (Courtesy of Farmhouse Inn)
River’s End: Expansive ocean views and a daily serving of awe-inspiring sunset make this a perfect overnight getaway. 11048 Highway 1, Jenner, 707-865-2484, ilovesunsets.com. (Courtesy of River's End)
Mission Kitchen & Bar: Steal away for an offbeat romantic moment with spicy Dan Dan noodles and a Jack & Coke for two. At least you’ll both have garlic breath. 52 Mission Circle, Santa Rosa, 707-708-2669, missionkitchenbar.com. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)
Catelli’s: Share a Lady and the Tramp spaghetti moment while canoodling in one of the cozy banquettes or an intimate table for two. 21047 Geyserville Ave, Geyserville, 707-857-3471, mycatellis.com. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)
Ten-layer lasagna at Catelli's in Geyserville. (Chris Hardy/for Sonoma Magazine)
The Fig Café: Hidden away in Glen Ellen, this localsonly wine bar is off the radar but onpoint for fascinating Rhone-focused wines and clandestine rendezvous. 13690 Arnold Dr., Glen Ellen, thefigcafe.com. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)
Prince Edward Island Steamed Mussels with chorizo, in a sofrito sauce at the Fig Cafe in Glen Ellen. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)
The Special Pizza with house made fennel sausage from the Fig Cafe in Glen Ellen. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)
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As Valentine’s Day nears and love is in the air, it might be time to plan ahead to take your sweetie out for a date. From a romantic spaghetti dinner to a hidden gem wine bar, there are plenty of romantic spots in Sonoma County for your night on the town. Click through the gallery above to see our top picks.
