Ethopian cuisine is widely known for its veggie-heavy preparations, its slow-braising techniques, and its use of herbs and spices, and that's exactly what you'll get when you visit Abyssinia Restaurant. This popular Santa Rosa restaurant is focused on serving Ethiopian classics, like shiro we't (hummus-style chickpeas with red peppers and spices), miser alecha (thick lentil […]
There's a reason Canevari's Delicatessen & Catering is such a popular lunch spot among Santa Rosa locals: this place serves up tasty home-style pasta and deli sandwiches piled high with meats and cheese, all while keeping its prices low and its portions generous. Sound good? If you visit for lunch, reviewers strongly recommend that you […]
With more than 25 years in business, Riviera Ristorante in Santa Rosa has served generations of locals. Over the years, this family-owned and operated Italian restaurant has seen its fair share of first dates and retirement parties, wedding rehearsals, and ordinary family suppers. Dinner is served every evening from 5 to 10 p.m., with lunch […]
The reviews are in: Cascabel is one of Santa Rosa's favorite spots for tasty Mexican fare. Start with an order of the house-made chips and salsa sampler (which gives you mild, medium, and hot options). Popular entrees include the brightly-hued conchinita pibil, topped with habanero salsa, red onions, and cilantro. Add a side of creamy […]
Buttermilk pancakes infused with ricotta cheese for an extra-fluffy texture. French toast crafted from slabs of Costeaux Cinnamon Walnut Bread. A sourdough bread sandwich stuffed with crispy strips of applewood-smoked bacon, an egg, and cheese. With breakfast eats like these on the menu, it's no wonder why many folks stop at Emily's Kitchen for a […]
A warm, golden-brown baguette topped with crispy strips of bacon, mushrooms, spinach, oven-dried tomatoes, and pillowy scrambled eggs, plus a layer of creamy Hollandaise sauce and hashbrowns on the side. This is the country Benedict, and from its description, you can probably understand why the dish is so widely beloved by the customers who come […]
Stumptown Coffee and chicken-and-waffle sandwiches. Life doesn't get much better than that combo. Sonoma Crust Bakery bakery and cafe changed the face of the breakfast scene in your neighborhood when it debuted its waffle sammies. The chef cooks a round, large waffle to perfectly golden brown and crispy. Then he tears it in half and […]
With a custom-made ping-pong table perched atop beer barrels, a dart board, and bartop games like Jenga, there's plenty to do when you come to Local Barrel for happy hour — even beyond sipping on craft beer. Of course, this entertainment is best enjoyed with a pint of an artisan-brewed libation in your hand. Beer […]
Osake is one of Santa Rosa’s best California-style Japanese sushi restaurants. Opened in 1998 by chef and general manager Gary Chu, this beautiful establishment has been acclaimed by everyone from Zagat to the Michelin Guide. The menu is filled with a plethora of sushi favorites, such as yellow tail sashimi, octopus carpaccio, and hamachi nigiri. […]
Stark’s Steak & Seafood is an elegant yet comfortable restaurant that serves classic American fare with a modern twist. From the Certified Angus Beef to the sustainable seafood, guests can rest assured that they are feasting exclusively upon the very best of land and sea. Starters like the ahi tuna tartare and the crispy calamari […]