Cafe La HayeBackpacking2FineDiningThis was a great find in Sonoma. Food, wine list, and ambience were perfect -- one of those comfortable places that just purrs. This is a place we will definitely seek out on a return trip to the area.6/6/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat Food, but Small & PriceyAlthough the food is outstanding and the host is very warm and friendly, I won't be returning to Cafe LeHaye. The portions I felt for the price were exceptionally small (1 day boat scallop + 1 ravioli for I believe $9). With an appetizer and entree, I left feeling unsatisfied. If the restaurant serves reasonable portions for the same price, I would return in a heart beat.6/6/2013 12:00:00 AMSonoma locals love Cafe La HayeThe food is absolutely delicious and the service impeccable. I like to take my favorite clients here. The owner is always there to greet the patrons and make sure they have an outstanding experience. This is my favorite restaurant in Sonoma!!!6/6/2013 12:00:00 AMEnjoyable experienceFood, service and atmosphere were all fully acceptable and as anticipated. Cosy setting with a small but varied menu. Would certainly return if back in Sonoma.6/4/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat dining experienceHad dinner here last Friday night with friends. Had a fantastic dining experience. My summer soup was good, and my salmon entree was the best salmon I've had in a long time. All of us had a great meal!!!5/31/2013 12:00:00 AMBirthday CelebrationHad visitors in town who were celebrating a birthday, this restaurant was recommended by a local for a good place to go for a special occasion. And, that it was! We all ordered something different, from quail, filet, sole and pork chops. All of the meals were exquisite...wonderful flavors and just the right portions. Made a reservation (only 3 days in advance)...and when we arrived, we were immediately seated at our table...did not have to wait. Great service...very attentive. Would definitely go back to this restaurant again and recommend it to others.5/30/2013 12:00:00 AMFineFoodLoversExcellent food with lovely presentation. A creative, if a bit small and changeable, daily menu. Simple but elegant ambiance. Warm and attentive service, with chefs partially visible and present. Nice place for a special meal.5/28/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat Dining Experience in SonomaWe discovered this restaurant in Sonoma and are very pleased with our dining experience. The food and service at Cafe La Haye was excellent. We like the tasteful décor, simple but clean and elegant. The owner made us feel very welcome and the staff provided attentive service.
The food was fresh and deliciously prepared!! The portion was generous so three of us shared 3 appetizers and 2 main dishes. The special dish was the stuffed quail. It was tender and tasty, strongly recommended. The salmon was fresh and scrumptious. If you like top notch quality service and delicious food at a reasonable price, this is the place!!!5/25/2013 12:00:00 AMWe had a wonderful dinnerWe had a wonderful dinner at Cafe La Haye. The wine list was great and the food was impeccable. We started with the strawberry & arugula salad and a bottle of Duckhorn Sauvignon Blanc. We followed that with the Daily Roasted Chicken entree and finished with the chocolate silk cake. Everything was divine. The atmosphere was quaint and the service was fantastic. The place is small so reservations are a must.5/24/2013 12:00:00 AMThe best restaurant that weThe best restaurant that we visited during a 2-week trip to the California winelands. Also good value for the quality by local standards.5/24/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat day at Cafe La HayeVery quaint. The presentation was beautiful, and the taste was equally wonderful. The staff was all smiles and tastefully appropriate.5/17/2013 12:00:00 AMA Sonoma Must!Perfect restaurant in every way .. From the beautifully simple interior, very friendly staff, great service, and of course the food ... phenomenal!!!5/11/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat Dinner off the square.Great Dinner off the square. We were greeted by the owner when we walked in as he was hosting that night, gave great recommendations (not just the most expensive dish.) Food was excellent and atmosphere was great. Small place so make a reservation.5/10/2013 12:00:00 AMAs always outstandingThe staff are great always welcoming and courteous. The food invigorates the taste buds.5/9/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent delicious food asExcellent delicious food as always....could vary their menu more for those of us who eat here more than once....4/27/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent food...but feltExcellent food...but felt rushed by our server...so much so that we skipped dessert.4/19/2013 12:00:00 AMconsistently great food and servicewe are locals who avoid downtown Sonoma on weekends but have eaten at Cafe La Haye many times during the week for many years - the food and service are consistently outstanding.
I'm certain its a great restaurant on weekends too! We recommend it! clayt/carol parson4/16/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat ambiance, wonderfulGreat ambiance, wonderful staff, delicious dinner. All around great4/6/2013 12:00:00 AMA GemThumbs up for Cafe La Haye in downtown Sonoma. I loved its specialness, warmth and great clean food. The evening was perfect from the moment we entered the door to the last bite. The decor was a cross between being in an art gallery and someone's home. The staff was attentive, the restaurant had a feeling of intimacy, good portions, affordable, nice local wine list, and our evening had a wonderful rhythm to it. Can't wait to return.4/6/2013 12:00:00 AMConsistent qualityWe made a reservation at Cafe La Haye as soon as we finalized our travel plans to Sonoma. We had eaten there last year and loved the place. Fresh ingredients and innovative recipes make for a quality experience. The return did not disappoint.4/4/2013 12:00:00 AMOne of the most amazing dinnersOne of the most amazing dinners I have ever eaten! The staff was excellent. We WILL go back next time we are in Sonoma.3/30/2013 12:00:00 AMFabulous Sonoma Find!Cafe la Haye was an amazing dining experience, from the service to the food quality, we were so pleased with our meal. Every morsel of food was unbelievably delicious, fresh, and beautifully plated.
The arugula salad was heavenly, the shrimp cakes fabulous and the ahi special was superb.
But make sure you save room for dessert...that butterscotch pudding was incredible.
We will return to Cafe La Haye next time we're anywhere near Sonoma and recommend this restaurant to our friends. It was a perfect spot to celebrate our wedding anniversary.3/30/2013 12:00:00 AMHad a great experience overall.Had a great experience overall. My only suggestion would be to turn the lights down a little more for more ambiance during the dinner hours. But I will definitely return if I'm in Sonoma again.3/29/2013 12:00:00 AMMy husband & I had 7:45 reservationMy husband & I had 7:45 reservations the day we arrived. By the time we checked in, we were exhausted! I called Cafe La Haye to see if they would take us sooner. They were so accommodating, friendly & welcoming. We had a wonderful meal, the service was amazing. Great experience...glad we started our trip to Sonoma with Cafe La Haye!3/27/2013 12:00:00 AMLovely, serene spotOur party of four dined for dinner. First courses were Pasta Fagioli with Ham Hocks, Old School Shrimp Cakes. Both excellent. Entrees consisted of Pan Seared Salomon with porcini broth, special of quail with stuffing.Both excellent. Two of our party had the roasted chicken with ricotta gnochi. Chicken was moist, but nothing special. Gnochi was bland; otherwise a higher food rating. Deserts were delicious and for a small intimate restaurant a good wine list with special vintages that are hard to find.3/26/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent food, we reallyExcellent food, we really enjoyed it and would return again. The only issue was that it was very brightly lit--too brightly in my opinion for a dinner hour period. Staff was terrific and the owner was friendly and seemed to care that everyone was satisfied with their experience.3/23/2013 12:00:00 AMCafe La Haye combines greatCafe La Haye combines great food, wine and service into a perfect evening. Ask anyone about the best restaurant in Sonoma and you'll get the same answer...Cafe La Haye.3/21/2013 12:00:00 AMRemains on of the best "neighborhooRemains on of the best "neighborhood gems" in Sonoma County. Never disappoints.3/21/2013 12:00:00 AMOur first choice in SonomaEverything worked. The food was fresh, prepared with care and very tasty. Service was at just the right pace and on a busy night. And the prices are fair.
Our first choice in Sonoma.3/19/2013 12:00:00 AMI brought my wife there forI brought my wife there for her 45th birthday. Saul and his team did an amazing job coordinating flowers to be on the table upon arrival and making us feel very special. Couldn't reccomend cafe la haye higher3/15/2013 12:00:00 AMWonderful Intimacy.Our favorite in Sonoma! Small place where you're seated by the owner. Great food and wine and a lovely small and intimate restaurant.3/14/2013 12:00:00 AMThe service was top of theThe service was top of the line, and the food was amazing. The presentation of the items was beautiful and they had wonderful flavors. I highly recommend to anyone who loves a good meal!3/13/2013 12:00:00 AM