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What are some of the best restaurants in Sonoma?

You could easily spend a weekend eating your way through Sonoma and not get to even a fraction of the great restaurants in town. Here are a few favorites. The Classic, Girl and the Fig: This Sonoma Plaza bistro has been a required stop for travelers for more than 30 years. French with a California twist, it's never stuffy and always a treat.

What to do in Sonoma County?

Between some of the best wine in Sonoma County, and elegantly prepared dishes such as Braised Kurobuta Pork Osso Bucco and Hibiscus Streusel Cake, your palate will be pleased. Insider Tip: Check out the Estate Vineyard Tour & Tasting.

Where can I find the best tortillas in Sonoma County?

(Erik Castro/for Sonoma Magazine) Fresh Tortillas, El Molino Central: Both a destination and a locals' favorite, this casual Mexican cafe makes all of its tortillas from scratch, and not just from masa, but from house-ground corn.

Which is better Sonoma or Healdsburg?

The town of Sonoma has a vibrant dining scene that often gets short shrift in comparison to the glitzier Healdsburg. The walkability of the town square, the unpretentiousness and the focus on locally-sourced ingredients makes it a required stop for Wine Country adventures.

Where is the James Beard tavern in Santa Rosa?

1055 Fourth Street, Santa Rosa, CA 95404, (707) 568-4000 Yelp Price Rating: $$ This modern tavern celebrates the American melting pot, with James Beard Outstanding Restaurateur semifinalists Mark and Terri Stark re-interpreting popular street food dishes from around the world. Try the Smokey Poke, Crispy Chicken Skin Cracklings, Spring Hill Fried Cheddar Cheese Curds, or the BBQ’D Bone Marrow. Insider Tip: Large and small plates are designed for sharing, but for brunch, try one of their sharing cocktails in giant shakers, which serves four to five. Talk about hair of the dog.

Where is Manuel Azevedo's restaurant?

452 First Street East, Suite H, Sonoma, CA 95476, (707) 938-1927 Yelp Price Rating: $$ Chef Manuel Azevedo’s “New Portuguese Cuisine” celebrates the varied and complex flavors of his native Portugal and current home of Sonoma, California. Tantalize your taste buds with unfamiliar dishes which might just become new favorites, like the Portuguese Fisherman’s Stew; the Brazilian national dish of Feijoada Completa with stewed beef, pork, sausage, and black beans; or the Bacalhau no Forno, a traditional baked casserole of North Atlantic salt cod, potatoes, onions, and olives. Insider Tip: There’s a $4 split plate charge, so you might as well order your own dish and try more things. And be sure to try a Port from their extensive Port and Madeira list.

Where is Willi's Seafood and Raw Bar?

403 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg, CA 95448, (707) 433-9191 Yelp Price Rating: $$$ East Coast and South America meet at Willi’s Seafood & Raw Bar, with an extensive menu of small plates designed for sharing. Oyster lovers will feel right at home as Willi’s always has at least eight varieties of fresh oysters on the menu, as well as items like the all meat Dungeness Crab Cakes (“no filler!”), Salt & Pepper Baby Back Riblettes, Uni & Dungeness Crab Orzotto, and Grilled Fish Tacos with “the usual suspects.” Insider Tip: When we say extensive menu, we mean it — with the number of small plates available, best go with a group of people who love food as much as you do.

Is Sonoma County a good wine country?

People from all over the world come to Wine Country for the stellar wine (of course). Luckily for them, and those of us who live to eat, Sonoma County not only has world-renowned wine, but has world-class restaurants as well. Offering everything from casual to Michelin-starred dining, there’s something for every palate in our roundup of the 25 best restaurants in Sonoma County. And, because good food doesn’t necessarily come with hefty price tags, you’ll find a selection of different price ranges too.

What is the name of the restaurant in Sonoma that serves fried chicken and cucumber?

Fried chicken with cucumber and coconut peanut curry from Valley Bar + Bottle on the Sonoma square. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

What is the Sonoma Plaza bistro?

The Classic, Girl and the Fig: This Sonoma Plaza bistro has been a required stop for travelers for more than 30 years. French with a California twist, it's never stuffy and always a treat. We're fans of the signature fig and arugula salad, steak frites and steamed mussels. A full bar includes "sorbet sippers" like the In Ernest with lemon lime and orange sorbet, rum, Luxardo and brandied cherries. Plus a stunning wine list. 110 West Spain Street, Sonoma, thegirlandthefig.com. (Beth Schlanker/The Press Democrat)

Where is Folktable in Sonoma?

Garden Dining, FolkTable: Located at Cornerstone Sonoma , home of the Sunset Test Gardens, this casual, seasonally-driven restaurant has Top Chef's Casey Thompson at the helm (Chef Melanie Wilkerson does the day-to-day cooking). You can graze on charcuterie boards, seasonal salads and soups; share some Okonomiyaki Tots (a Japanese take on tater tots); grab a thick BLT or power-up with bigger dishes, including Turkish eggs with Greek yogurt or a lobster roll. 23584 Arnold Drive, Sonoma, folktable.com. (Thomas J. Story)

Where is Valley Bar and Bottle?

Open for dinner and brunch with unusual and unexpected small-production wines. 487 First St. West, Sonoma , valleybarandbottle.com. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

What are some good lunches in Sonoma?

Always a great little lunch go-to in Sonoma - their Caprese Panini and Arugula salad are the perfect pair and their Golden Coast latte us fantastic too!

Is Sonoma's Best open for takeout?

Sonoma's Best is open for take-out. Call them at 707-996-7600 to order; also check their open hours. I went there today and got my favorite chicken panini (it comes with caramelized onions, chipotle pesto, and gruyere cheese on sliced country round).

Sonoma's Best

An old-fashioned landmark store, SONOMA’S BEST offers The BEST artisan cheeses, breads, homemade gelato, olive oils & wines, plus fresh salads & sandwiches.

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An old-fashioned landmark store, SONOMA’S BEST offers The BEST artisan cheeses, breads, homemade gelato, olive oils & wines, plus fresh salads & sandwiches.