There are certain restaurants that seem to be made for a clear, breezy summer evening evening, and Risibisi Restaurant in Petaluma fits the bill. Grab some dinner at this Italian eatery after a walk along the Petaluma River on Water Street, or pop in on your way back from a stop at the market down the road. Risibisi is just the place to stop by for a glass of wine on the outdoor patio, or to enjoy a dinner for two in the dining room that is equal parts comfortable and romantic.

The menu here centers around classic Italian dishes in a California style, so you can enjoy dishes like pumpkin ravioli with brown butter sauce, or and pan-fried sole with a crisp, fresh salad on the side. Pair your dinner with a glass of red and some decadent dessert and you're in for an evening you won't soon forget.

CC-BY-2.0/Flickr Zdenko Zivkovic