Restaurants near Ernie Smith Park

18 restaurants available nearby

1. El Dorado Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(5489)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Sonoma

Booked 62 times today

El Dorado Kitchen serves award-winning cuisine crafted with local, seasonal ingredients from Executive Chef Armando Navarro. The restaurant is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and on Saturday and Sunday for brunch. Join us in the main dining room, front corner café, on the tree-lined outdoor patio, our cozy bar, or in our private dining room. Corkage Policy: $25 for the first two 750 ml bottles and $50 for each additional 750 ml bottles.

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2. Della Santina's Trattoria - Sonoma

4.6

Exceptional(444)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sonoma

Booked 26 times today

Della Santina's Trattoria in Sonoma, San Francisco is a traditional Italian restaruant serving recipes mostly from Lucca, Italy. It was founded by Quirico (Dan) and Shirley Della Sanitina. With the passing of Shirley Della Santina - Quirico, his son Robert and wife Nicole continue to carry on the family business and Tuscan traditions. Quirico is the chef behind the menu and has provided what's been described as Italian comfort food in a gorgeously authentic Italian setting. When you walk in the front entrance you'll be greeted by truly Italian decorations and design, as well as fresh flowers on every table. Della Santina's offers a variety of home made pastas, antipasti, soups and salads, juicy rotisserie cooked meats and fresh seafood. Local wines from Sonoma, as well as Italian wines and beers are all featured on the wine list. Della Santina's received the 2023 Sonoma Index-Tribune People's Choice Awards for Italian Cuisine and Romantic Meal.

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3. Layla at MacArthur Place

4.5

Awesome(1402)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Sonoma

Booked 15 times today

Situated in a historic and iconic barn within the verdant 6-acre grounds of MacArthur Place in downtown Sonoma, Layla delivers a warm, yet sophisticated dining experience, celebrating Sonoma’s vibrant bounty with farm-fresh, seasonal cuisine. Its ever-evolving menu offers both nourishing and indulgent options, ideal for any occasion – from a leisurely breakfast to a revitalizing, healthy lunch or a relaxing, yet celebratory dinner with friends and family. Offering guests an approachable and inviting modern farmhouse setting, diners embark on a culinary journey where locally sourced ingredients are transformed into innovative dishes and delightful desserts.

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4. Santé at Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn

4.4

Awesome(1689)

Price: Moderate

• French • Sonoma

Booked 13 times today

Seasonal ingredients from regional producers are always center stage at Santé, located inside the historic Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa. Our Sonoma Valley-inspired menus pair perfectly alongside an expertly curated wine list, featuring both regional and international vintners alike. Join us for breakfast, lunch or dinner in the light-filled dining room, or soak up the sun on the patio overlooking our sparkling pool.

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5. LaSalette Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(3995)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Sonoma

Booked 17 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.

6. Cafe La Haye

4.9

Exceptional(3072)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sonoma

Booked 14 times today

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.Convivial owner Saul Gropman and chef Jeffrey Lloyd make a formidable team. Lloyd, former executive chef of restaurant Michael Mina, offers a seasonal menu that’s discreet in its complexity, featuring the sort of dishes that seem to get better with each bite. Gropman’s wine list comprises a modest 100 bottles, but it’s a smart, well-focused selection - Wine Spectator

7. Sonoma Grille

4.6

Exceptional(1791)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Sonoma

Booked 12 times today

We are opening New Year's Eve with a Prix Fix Menu. Highly reccommended that reservations be made.Sonoma Grille is a local restaurant just steps off of the Historic Sonoma Plaza. We specialize in California cuisine, with options of award winning Seafood & Steak. You can enjoy a delicious meal in the modern indoor dining space or the beautiful patio. This is a locals hub-spot with wide variety of menu choices. We pride ourselves on delicious food and warm hospitality. We are open 7 days a week for lunch, weekend brunch, dinner and Happy Hour. We look forward to serving you all. Please visit our website for most up to date information about menu, events and specials. For additional details please visit our website www.sonomagrilleandbar.com

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8. Tasca Tasca - Tapas Restaurant and Bar

4.4

Awesome(635)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Sonoma

Booked 7 times today

Tasca Tasca offers a truly unique dining experience. Chef Manuel Azevedo and his talented kitchen team craft an exceptional menu, blending unusual dishes rarely found elsewhere with approachable favorites. Indulge in creations like Pig's Trotter Terrine, Shrimp-Passion Fruit Ceviche, or Linguiça Mac & Cheese. Our warm and attentive hospitality team serves you in a rustic, pub-like setting reminiscent of a traditional Portuguese "tasca." Complement your meal with a selection from our distinctive cocktails and curated wine list, and conclude your visit with a choice from our extensive collection of Port and Madeira wines. We look forward to welcoming you to TT!

9. OSO

4.7

Exceptional(1197)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Sonoma

Booked 8 times today

OSO Restaurant on the Historic Sonoma Plaza focuses on chef David Bush's Modern California Cuisine in a relaxed and rustic setting. OSO has table seating for reservations and offers an a la carte menu.. The menu highlights the chef's exciting, but never esoteric, cuisine which crosses all culinary borders. OSO also offers a full bar and specialty cocktails.Chef Bush is focused on his new world style of cuisine and presents a menu that appeals to the entire scope of one's palate. Items such as fresh raw oysters, farm to table California vegetables, local fish and meat. OSO looks forward to your visit.

10. Verano Cafe

4.6

Exceptional(9)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Sonoma

Booked 1 time today

California Cuisine, nestled in the heart of Sonoma. Opened by Beronica Peres and Carlos Rubio, this cozy diner is nestled conveniently at the crossroads of Highway 12 and Verano Avenue, radiating warmth and charm.

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5.0
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5.0
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Fantastic food. Curated menu and wine list. Exceptional in all ways .
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Earl
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Exceptional friendly staff brought us all of our meal in a timely manner. The chef was generous with portions and the dishes all had amazing flavor. We appreciated the chef sending us also Complementary appetizers and dessert. We can’t wait to return and try more of the menu!
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Portland / Oregon •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Owner explained all the house specials. Very conversational. Food was better than would have been expected. Highly recommend.
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Della Santina's Trattoria - SonomaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Sonoma
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Great quality sourcing, preparation and service. The meal was delicious!
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1. El Dorado Kitchen

2. Della Santina's Trattoria - Sonoma

3. Layla at MacArthur Place

4. Santé at Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn

5. LaSalette Restaurant

6. Cafe La Haye

7. Sonoma Grille

8. Tasca Tasca - Tapas Restaurant and Bar

9. OSO

10. Verano Cafe

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