Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Sonoma

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1. Cafe La Haye

4.8

Exceptional(3231)

$$$$

• American • Sonoma

Booked 13 times today

American bistro located in the heart of Sonoma since 1996... "Located just off Sonoma Plaza, Cafe La Haye offers an appealingly unfussy sophistication. The split-level dining room holds just a dozen or so tables, but its open kitchen, raftered ceiling and walls adorned with modern art create a vibrant energy that’s contagious."Wine Spectator

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2. LaSalette Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(4142)

$$$$

• Mediterranean • Sonoma

Booked 23 times today

Nestled among the historic buildings surrounding Sonoma's iconic plaza, LaSalette Restaurant has earned its reputation as one of Sonoma Valley's favorite dining destinations since its inception in 1998. Chef Manuel Azevedo's signature Cozinha Nova Portuguesa ("New Portuguese Cuisine") celebrates the diverse and complex flavors of his native Portugal while adapting them to the bounty of top-quality ingredients found in California. The result is a distinctive cuisine that blends familiar Southern European comfort foods, exotic seasonings inspired by Portugal's centuries of global exploration, and fresh, seasonal Californian produce. As the continued success of LaSalette demonstrates, this fusion is a winning combination for lovers of traditional Portuguese fare and adventurous gourmets alike.

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3. Mamma Tanino's Ristorante

4.7

Exceptional(1197)

$$$$

• Italian • Sonoma

Booked 4 times today

Four blocks west of "The Square' tucked in the Sonoma Valley Center, Italian born chef, Gaetano Patrinostro uses a combination of the freshest local products and Italian imports to prepare authentic Italian cuisine. His pasta sauces are based on the region of origin, seafood and steaks are cooked to perfection and the desserts are not to be missed. Mamma Tanino's is an off The Square locals favorite and the at home feeling makes out of towners love this place.

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4. Waterfront Seafood Grill

4.6

Exceptional(1502)

$$$$

• Seafood • Napa

Booked 29 times today

The Waterfront Seafood Grill is located on the Napa Riverfront in Downtown Napa. This classic seafood grill serves up fresh seafood fare seven days per week.The team at the Waterfront Seafood Grill look forward to seeing you at our beautiful location on the Napa Riverfront!At the Waterfront Seafood Grill, we take pride in using only the best fresh seafood and top quality meats available that are locally sourced. Our close relationship with our purveyors guarantees that you will always enjoy the finest that the Valley has to offer!

5. Street Social

4.8

Exceptional(161)

$$$$

• American • Petaluma

Booked 14 times today

Welcome to Street Social!Eclectic comfort food. Chef: Jevon MartinTop 25 Restaurants in the Bay area SF Chronicle

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6. PRESS Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(412)

$$$$

• American • St. Helena

Booked 36 times today

PRESS Restaurant celebrates Napa Valley — the people, the ingredients, and the wines. PRESS is a place for locals, winemakers, vintners, and guests from around the world to experience the best the Napa Valley has to offer — it’s this sense of community that is at the heart of everything PRESS does. Under the leadership of Samantha Rudd and Chef Philip Tessier, PRESS features legendary Bay Area purveyors alongside innovative new culinary talents to highlight Napa Valley cuisine. The PRESS Culinary Team draws inspiration from around the globe while staying rooted in the style and ingredients that make the Napa Valley so special. Following through on the Rudd family’s vision, PRESS is home to the largest collection of Napa Valley wines in the world. The Napa Valley-focused wine list celebrates current vintages as well as older wines going back over 70 years with over 2,700 unique selections. PRESS received its first Michelin Star in 2022 and the Wine Spectator Grand Award in 2023.

7. The Boon Fly Cafe

4.6

Exceptional(1110)

$$$$

• American • Napa

Booked 7 times today

Please note that we accept brunch diners on a first come first serve basis and we take reservations for dinner only.Fun, lively, and vibrant, Boon Fly Café serves modern rustic cuisine in a contemporary roadhouse atmosphere. Start your day with our signature Boon Fly donuts, and end it with our award-winning fried chicken or one of our nightly dinner specials. Resort guests and locals alike are drawn to the energetic vibe and satisfying cuisine that’s based on the agricultural heritage of the region.Named for a Carneros pioneer named Boon Fly, who planted orchards and vineyards in the area in the mid-1800s, our café is a homage to local flavor. Boon Fly, descended from settlers of the early New England Colonies, was part of the great tradition of wagon trains that brought many of the early families west. He was drawn to the farmlands north of the city and settled outside of Napa on a property that would become known as the Fly District.

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8. Rotation by Feast it Forward

4.7

Exceptional(90)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Napa

Booked 22 times today

Rotation by Feast it Forward is a first-of-its-kind culinary residency that celebrates cuisine, creativity, and connection. Housed at the renowned Oxbow Public Market in downtown Napa, this dynamic, evolving restaurant features a new chef each month—bringing their signature flavors, stories, and cultural inspirations to life.More than just a meal, each chef’s residency is a journey of taste and storytelling—where every dish is rooted in authenticity, and every plate sparks conversation. Rotation invites locals and visitors alike to engage deeply with the people and passions behind the food Upcoming residencies:June 2026 - Food Network Winner & Restaurateur, Lamar Moore-Southern SoulJuly 2026 - Chef & Cookbook Author, Anna Voloshyna- Ukrainian-AmericanAugust 2026 - Michelin-Starred Chef & Bocuse d'Or Coach, Robery Sulatycky-FrenchMore details at www.rotationnapa.com

9. The Shuckery

4.7

Exceptional(1097)

$$$$

• Oyster Bar • Petaluma

Booked 10 times today

Indulge in seafood the way it was meant to be—fresh, seasonal, and delightful. Experience The Shuckery, where we offer raw oysters and a range of creatively crafted, ocean-inspired dishes. Beyond just an oyster bar, The Shuckery embodies a culinary journey rooted in genuine hospitality and dishes that both comfort and exhilarate.Best of The Bohemian Northbay Winner "Best Restaurant for Oysters" 2024 & 2025 and "Best Sommelier" and "Best Wine List in Sonoma County 2023"Currently, all our seating is indoors, and we provide a unique experience in the heart of downtown Petaluma, nestled in the historic and beautiful Hotel Petaluma. To ensure we can accommodate all of our guests, we kindly ask that table seating is limited to 1 hour and 45 minutes for parties of 2-4 and 2 hours for parties of 5+ or more. While reservations are recommended, we do have an 18 seat first come, first served bar and hightop table selection for walk-in guests. Chef; Matt MeyerOwner; Jazmine Lalicker

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10. Wild Goat Bistro - Petaluma

4.7

Exceptional(2415)

$$$$

• American • Petaluma

Booked 38 times today

Nestled in the historic Great Petaluma Mill, the Wild Goat Bistro offers a casual dining experience in a rustic and inviting atmosphere. The charming space reflects a European style bistro with intimate dining tables, a reclaimed copper-top counter which has a birds-eye view of the open kitchen. There is additional seating available at a community farm table for larger gatherings. The Wild Goat Bistro offers up a menu of honest food that uses local fresh organic ingredients in a variety of culinary traditions. From their specialty Neopolitan style 10" pizzas, to innovative salads, to scrumptious main dishes, to sharable small plates - it is a seasonally changing menu that has something for everyone anytime of the day. Special attention is given to making nearly the entire menu gluten-free - even the amazing home-made desserts. Their carefully curated wine list includes wines from hand crafted, small production local vitners as well as wines of interest from around the world.

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Melissa
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Loved it! What an awesome experience. Food was awesome, service was great and we got to meet the chef!
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Rotation by Feast it Forward$$$$• Contemporary American• Napa
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4.7
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Craig
San Francisco Bay Area •42 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Chef is always on his game. Nice specials tonight. One steak rare, perfectly cooked and was huge. Petrale in a lemon, butter, caper sauce...was a lip smacker. third entree a seafood dish, shell fish, had to take half home, quite a bit for one sitting. Calamari for the table, disappear, excellent preparation. Sunday night a good time to visit, not crowded.
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Mamma Tanino's Ristorante$$$$• Italian• Sonoma
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4.7
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Sharee
California Central Coast •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Absolutely amazing! Cant wait to go back, the filet was delicious!
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Cafe La Haye$$$$• American• Sonoma
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4.8
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Robert
San Francisco Bay Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
3 or 4 times a year we make the 3 hour drive to get there and back ... always worth it. Chef Manuel always surprises us with something new and exceptional. Last night it was the cucumber gazpacho. The heirloom tomato salad was a total surprise. We did not expect such outstanding tomatos this time of year. The barramundi filets sat on top of a roasted sweet corn/bitter greens combination that was amazing. Dessert trios are small enough to give you a light finish to the meal but big enough to share. As usual the service was perfect.
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LaSalette Restaurant$$$$• Mediterranean• Sonoma
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4.9
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Robin
Orange County •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 2, 2026
Excellent customer service! Very accommodating and the food was great!
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Waterfront Seafood Grill$$$$• Seafood• Napa
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4.6

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