Local Restaurants: Wine Country's Culinary Heartbeat
Savor the Flavors of Sonoma County
In Sonoma County, food is more than a meal — it’s a celebration of place, season, and community. From redwood-shaded patios to intimate wine country dining rooms, local chefs draw inspiration from nearby farms, orchards, and vineyards to create cuisine that captures the essence of West Sonoma. Whether you’re seeking a leisurely lunch, a romantic dinner, or a lively evening among locals, you’ll find endless ways to taste the region’s bounty just moments from the Inn.
Ask our Innkeeper for personalized dining recommendations or help with reservations — we’re delighted to connect you with the flavors, people, and experiences that make dining in Sonoma County unforgettable.
Occidental
Local Table - At the Inn at Occidental
GRAND OPENING – DECEMBER 4th with HAZEL RESTAURNT!!!
Each night, a local guest chef will bring a fresh menu celebrating diverse cuisines and the best of Sonoma County ingredients. From wood-fired pizzas to international flavors, every meal is a chance to explore new tastes and connect with our vibrant local community. Gather, savor, and be part of the table.
Inn at Occidental, 3657 Church St., Occidental, CA 95465
(707)-874-1047
innatoccidental.com/local-table/
Restaurant Hours: Initially – Thursday and Friday evenings from 5-9pm
A full-service, refined restaurant at Timber Cove Resort, offering seasonal cuisine that draws from Sonoma Coast seafood and local farms, paired with spectacular ocean-view surroundings.
21780 Hwy 1, Jenner, CA 95450
(707) 847-3231
coastkitchensonoma.com
Tasting Room Hours: Daily 9:30am–4:30pm (typ.); by appointment
A scenic riverside café where the Russian River meets the Pacific, offering organic coffee, deli fare, baked treats, outdoor seating—and at weekends live music overlooking the water.
10439 Hwy 1, Jenner, CA 95450
(707) 865-2251
cafeaquatica.com
Open daily, roughly 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (summer may extend to 5:00pm)
A romantic fine-dining restaurant perched where the Russian River meets the Pacific Ocean. Known for seasonal menus using locally sourced ingredients, craft cocktails, and sweeping ocean views from almost every table.
11048 Highway 1, Jenner, CA 95450
(707) 865-2484
ilovesunsets.com
Dinner daily starting around 5:00 pm (often Fri–Wed), lunch service on weekends
Limited walk-in availability / Reservations are strongly recommended
boon eat + drink is a bustling farm-to-table California bistro in the heart of Guerneville. Founded by visionary Crista Luedtke our menu is simple + tasty, featuring the best of Sonoma County’s bounty.