PETALUMA RESTAURANTS
Perhaps because Petaluma sits between Wine Country and San Francisco, two locales that are known for their devotion to delicious food, we claim more than our fair share of award-winning restaurants. Our agricultural heritage, fertile soil, and mild climate clearly give Petaluma chefs an advantage when creating their gourmet menus. Many of their starring ingredients are grown at nearby organic farms, handcrafted by local producers, or raised at the area’s many sustainable ranches. Michelin has even given nods to Petaluma restaurants, including Central Market, Cucina Paradiso, Risibisi, Stockhome, and Table Culture Provisions.
If the family craves something a little more basic, Petaluma has plenty of options for down-home American fare, such as burgers and pizza. Or be adventurous. Petaluma offers an amazing selection of ethnic cuisines ranging from Turkish to Thai. You won’t have to travel far to find exceptionally delicious and affordable dining.
PETALUMA: AN EPICUREAN’S DREAM
Petaluma is a foodie’s fantasy — a home to entrepreneurs who use their passion and creativity to craft ice cream, bake bread, make cheese, distill whiskeys, and ferment kombucha, to name just a few of the artisanal delicacies to be found in shops, restaurants, and markets that dot the city of Petaluma.
Explore the perfect pairing — great dining and historic downtown. Petaluma’s picturesque iron-front buildings aren’t just a feast for the eyes; the downtown district is a literal feast of dozens of eateries that offer visitors an unforgettable taste of our town. Reputed to have more restaurants per capita than much larger cities, you won’t have to look far to find one that showcases the community’s delicious abundance.
Venture outside our historic downtown to find hidden gems – sports bars, tasting rooms, and friendly neighborhood restaurants the locals know and love.
FARM TO TABLE
In Petaluma, farm-to-table cuisine isn’t a description, it’s an experience! Our fertile farmland and moderate climate have made it possible for restaurants to serve locally-grown, seasonal foods since the first restaurant opened on the dusty streets of Petaluma in the mid-1800s. And it continues to the present day.
For a unique dining experience on the Petaluma Riverfront, Luma Bar & Eatery is a plant-forward restaurant showcasing local produce with an inclusive menu for vegan, vegetarian, omnivore or meat eaters. Specialty cocktails and botanical non-alcoholic libations complement your meal.
Critics have sung the praises of Central Market’s “brilliantly-prepared,” locally-sourced menu for years. Their produce, poultry, and pork come from their nearby farm, and everything is made from scratch daily.
Della Fattoria’s name, which means “Of the farm” says it all. Everything on their menu is rooted in the soil of a westside farm. Other downtown restaurants with an emphasis on farm-to-table cuisine include Cucina Paradiso and Wild Goat Bistro, just to name a few.
PET Friendly
Petaluma loves your pets! Don’t leave your furry friends at home! Pack up the entire family and head to Petaluma. Dining out at one of Petaluma’s delightful bistros is a treat that should be shared with all members of the family, including the four-legged variety. You’ll enjoy the sights – and your pup will particularly enjoy the delicious aromas wafting along the breeze – at one of Petaluma’s many restaurants with patio seating. And if a morsel of that juicy, char-broiled burger just happened to fall from your plate and land a few inches from his nose, tails would wag. Bone appétit!
🍕 Today, Feb. 9, is National Pizza Day! 🍕 To satisfy your cravings, @sonomamag picked out a few standout restaurants for tasty pies. @lorodinapoli_petaluma is their #1 Petaluma Pizza Pick.🥇 Plus, @stellinapronto @oldchicagopizza @acrepizza and @wildgoatbistro also made the “locals favorites” cut!
🤤 Visit @sonomamag to learn more about their dining editor’s 16 picks for the best pizza in Sonoma County (plus locals’ favorites).
Story by Heather Irwin (@biteclubeats) / File photos by John Burgess, Christopher Chung, Chad Surmick and Heather Irwin
#sonomacounty #petalumafoodies #sonomacountyfoodie #petaluma
❤️ 💌 Crushing hard on this lineup. 💕 The new @stellinapronto Valentine’s Day desserts are officially flirting with you—gooey centers, pistachio hearts, red velvet, cream puffs, and chocolate-dipped everything.
Swipe, swoon, pre-order. 💋
❤️🔥Red Velvet Mousse Cake
💛Passion Fruit Coconut Meringue Tartlet
🤎Molten Chocolate Cake
💗New York Strawberry Cheesecake
💚Petite Sicilian Pistachio-Almond Cake
🤎Double Chocolate Profiterole
🩷Raspberry Heart Cream Puff
♥️Linzer Heart
💜Conversation Heart Cupcake
🤍Chocolate-Dipped Mini Cannoli
❤️Valrhona Chocolate Dipped Strawberry
💝 Valentine’s Pastry Box
Limited quantities available. Visit their website to order online.
#Petaluma #PetalumaCalifornia #SonomaCounty
😋 Mmm! Say hello to FOUR new sandwiches at @stellinaalimentari💥 Meet the lineup:
🥪 Il Pollo Pazzo – crispy Mary’s chicken cutlet, bacon, romaine, lemon-Caesar + parm
🥪 Il Mombo – mortadella, prosciutto cotto, toscano salami, provolone, tomato, onion, iceberg, giardiniera crunch
🥪 L’Orso – Stemple Creek roast beef, melty provolone, peppers + jus for dipping
🥪 La Grande Mela – crispy chicken, melted mozz, tomato sauce, parm & fresh basil
Crunchy. Meaty. Drippy. Iconic.
All on a NEW housemade Stellina hoagie.
#Petaluma #petalumalocal #petalumacalifornia #sonomacounty
📣 🍽️ 🥇 Get ready for these three delicious S’s — Stateline Smoke Roadhouse, Stockhome, and Bar Sprezzatura! Check, Please! Bay Area closes out its 20th season with four fresh episodes starting next Thursday, February 5 at 7:30 p.m. on @KQED 9. ✨
Rather watch online? Head to the premiere link in @KQEDFood’s bio and hit that “Notify me” button! ✨
@statelineroad_smokehouse
@stockhomepetaluma
@barsprezzatura
😋 Have you visited @grandcentralpetaluma lately? The horchata Danish is incredibly tasty. Come and try it—you’ll savor every single bite.
🤫 Open only for breakfast and lunch, Pearl is a quietly beloved Petaluma restaurant serving Levantine- and North African-inspired dishes built around bold spices, wood fire and a light touch.
Repost / Visit @sonomamag to learn more about @pearlpetaluma.
Story by Heather Irwin (@biteclubeats) / Photos by Beth Schlanker (@bschlanker)
#sonomacounty #petaluma #sonomacountyfoodie #petalumarestaurant #biteclub
☀️ 🫒 🍷 This is your sign to get out of the house and into something delicious — soups, wine flights, olive oil flights and winter sunshine included. @mcevoyranch is dreamy!
🔗 Book your holiday weekend plans through their website.
#McEvoyRanch #SonomaCounty #MarinOutdoors #PetalumaWeekend #WestPetaluma
🍱 🍣 Fresh. Flavorful. Impossible to resist. @annasseafoodmarket’s sushi rolls are made fresh and rolled to order using top-quality seafood and vibrant ingredients. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a treat any time of day.
We can’t wait for her new restaurant to open!
📍 @annasseafoodmarket is located at 901 Lakeville St. in Petaluma.
Petaluma Dining Lists
Printable lists of Petaluma eateries.