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Hidden gems: restaurants in Santa Rosa
Map viewDiscover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Santa Rosa. Ratings are based from 417 places in Santa Rosa
LoCoco's Cucina Rustica
117 4th St 95401-6211
"Such delicious Italian food. We were excited to learn they are doing takeout orders which we took full advantage of! The gnocchi taste like the ones my nonna used to make. And the salads are so satisf..."
Ca'Bianca Restaurant
835 2nd St 95404-4609
"Splendid old home creates an elegant ambiance. Efficient and attentive service. Spectacular, affordable wine list. Menu is pasta heavy, could stand some beefing up. Caesar salad is a standout, excelle..."
SEA Thai Bistro
2350 Midway Dr Montgomery Village 95405-5017
"Although the bar and indoor restaurant area can get a little boisterous, the good is worth that minor annoyance, and you can always sit outside for some quiet time. We have eaten here several time bec..."
Don Taylor's Omelette Express
112 4th St 95401-6212
"This place is really good. Excellent service- Quick too!! We couldn’t help but eat here two days in a row. Nice strong coffee. Loved the salsa.. big portions. The first day I got an omelette. The..."
La Rosa Taquileria and Grille
500 4th St 95401-6386
"La Rosa was an amazing addition to our Sonoma trip. The service was fast and the waitress was very kind and attentive to us. For drinks we got some margaritas which contained Serrano pepper, and it wa..."
Riviera Restaurant
75 Montgomery Dr 95404-6616
"This is by far, one of our favorite Italian restaurants in the Bay area, and we are discriminating diners for sure. They do pretty much everything right. Best Calamari Salad we've had next to dinin..."
A'Roma Roasters
95 5th St 95401-6280
"☕Great atmosphere, Notable & Local People watching🌈Progressive vibe welcomes all kinds of peopleðŸ¯Dogs(&cats) are Welcome out front to drink their coffee! ---Aroma Smells sooo good-like fresh..."
Santa Rosa Seafood Raw Bar & Grill
958 Santa Rosa Ave 95404-5433
"Busy for lunch but we were seated and served quickly. The food was really good and we took home leftovers for dinner. Indoor outdoor seating, outside seating allows dogs."
Superburger
1501 4th St 95404-4017
"Grass fed it worth it if you are getting a basic burger, covered in sauce it can be hard to tell the difference. Get a smaller burger and when they say the half and half is for 2 people they really me..."
Jhanthong Banbua
2400 Mendocino Ave 95403-3117
"We have been coming to this Thai restaurant for many many years and in our opinion it is the best Thai restaurant in the North Bay. The food is excellent and consistent , all dishes have a unique fla..."
Toad in the Hole
116 5th St 95401-6215
"Great fish and chips, hands down. Food can be delayed during busy hours but it's worth the wait. Good cask ales and selection of local beers. They have regular musicians and you gotta check this place..."
Osake Japanese Restaurant
2446 Patio Ct 95405-6737
"Big fan of the sushi here. A little pricey, but a good location and a pretty good restaurant. I'd come here for an early dinner again. Way way way more than enough parking."
Fogbelt Brewing Company
1305 Cleveland Ave 95401-4211
"A great place to come and hang out and enjoy beers. They always have awesome beer and food pairings. A few months ago it was beer and macaron pairing... very interesting and delicious. Their beer se..."
Haku Sushi
518 7th St 95401-5204
"Okay sushi, I am a fan of classic Japanese cuisine and felt that this sushi bar gets creative in their rolls. Some of the flavor combos just didn’t work for me, but I appreciate the effort.Amazing n..."
Five Guys
2280 Mendocino Ave 95403-3165
"I love burgers and these guys make a great one. So many great burger places these days and 5 Guys rates as one of the best.Man if you like potatoes (fries) you get a boatload, so order a small batch...."
Las Palmas
415 Santa Rosa Ave 95404-4911
"Was the first place I went to when I moved here and has been a staple ever since. Lovely staff and delicious food, always."
El Charro
1529 Farmers Ln 95405-7525
"Would absolutely recommend eating here. Fantastic ambience, flavorful dishes, awesome service. Kudos."
Shogun Japanese Restaurant
1531 Farmers Ln 95405-7525
"We had a great time at this place. We enjoyed the amazing ambience and the food. The staff members were super attentive. I’m glad we ultimately decided to try this restaurant."
HenHouse Brewing Company
322 Bellevue Ave 95407-7711
"Good brews and friendly service. The saisons were tasty. Really loved the one sour they had as well. Worth checking out."