With about 460 reviews on Yelp, the overwhelming majority of which are five stars, Old Chicago Pizza in Petaluma must be doing something right. As the name suggests, the pizza here is Chicago-style deep dish, described by fans as crispy on the outside and soft and warm on the inside. Deep dish isn't the only […]
California is known for a variety of things: beaches, mountains, movie stars, and — barbecue? Maybe not just yet, but the owners of the newly opened Sauced BBQ and Spirits are hoping that will be the case. Sauced BBQ and Spirits launched at the end of July in Petaluma, in a spot that's just a […]
At Soban Korean Cuisine, you can always count on eating the highest quality ingredients. That's because the kitchen team sources almost everything from South Korea, and whatever doesn't come from across the Pacific hails from a farm right in California. The combination of fresh, local ingredients and authentic, imported components makes for classic Korean cuisine […]
Petaluma's Bistro 100 is named for the philosophy to which its food-sourcing team subscribes. They only gather ingredients that originate within a 100-mile radius of the restaurant. That includes not only veggies, meats, and other foods, but also wine and beer. The result? Extremely fresh fare that leaves you feeling good. Chef and owner Garrett […]
North Africa, Central America, and Asia. France, Germany, and Thailand. Saint Helena and Mountain View. Brenda Anderson's pursuit of culinary knowledge has led her all around the globe and back to California. She put down roots in Petaluma with the debut of The Secret Kitchen. It incorporates the far-flung flavors and culinary techniques that Brenda […]
What was once home to a mechanic's shop and a car dealership now houses Ray’s Deli and Tavern. That's not to say, though, that Ray's is a new addition to the local landscape. To the contrary, Ray's is an area institution; it's been in business since 1947, when it was just one of many grocery […]
It'd be easy to fill up on the complimentary, fresh-from-the-oven focaccia that precedes every meal at Cucina Paradiso, but you'd be well advised to pace yourself. Regular diners of this Italian fare eatery give high marks to nearly everything on the menu. You can taste the authenticity, they say — and that shouldn't come as […]
There aren't many restaurants that offer a full menu after midnight, but Speakeasy on Petaluma Boulevard does. That's why many Yelp reviewers lavish praise upon this eatery: for its late-night cuisine. Dinner runs from 5 p.m. until 2 a.m., and the menu always promises a new type of global tapas made for sharing. Although the […]
From its classic, masculine decor to its refreshing menu of creative food and libations, Seared blends qualities both old and new. This seafood restaurant is anything but traditional, but it's a very reliable choice for post-work cocktails or a romantic dinner out. Most guests begin their visit with something from Seared’s impressive drink menu, which […]
Café Zazzle offers a unique combination of dishes that may catch you off guard, but after your first bite of the Thai noodles or Southwestern fish tacos you won’t question this Petaluma restaurant. The cafe offers an interesting menu filled with traditional Thai dishes, curries, and a few Mexican dishes that appeal to just about […]