Stark's is one of Santa Rosa's most popular steakhouses, and once you visit it's easy to see why: the menu is full of elegant, modern variations on classic steakhouse meals. Regulars recommend starting with a half-dozen oysters from the raw bar, and then moving on to your favorite cut of prime beef. How about a 16-ounce bacon-wrapped New York steak topped with a truffle-fried egg? Or maybe a buttery-tender 10-ounce filet mignon with mushrooms and onions on the side?

Stark's is also known for its extensive seafood menu, featuring dishes like seared scallops with creamed spinach, Ora king salmon served with roasted lemon and cucumbers, or classic Maine lobster with a bit of butter for dipping. The restaurant itself is decorated in deep brown and red leather, which gives the place a calm, pristine atmosphere, even while you'll also find a few whimsical details that lighten the mood (like colorful cow paintings in the corner). Regulars recommend this place for special occasion dinners, as well as more relaxed evenings out.

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