Best Lunch Restaurants in Santa Rosa

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1. Kalimera

4.4

Awesome(21)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Santa Rosa

Booked 1 time today

Kalimera Bar & Grill brings the flavors of the Mediterranean and Greece to downtown Santa Rosa. Fresh, locally sourced ingredients inspire a menu that blends modern takes with traditional recipes. Enjoy shish kebabs,branzino,homemade dolmades moussaka, and other favorites in a welcoming atmosphere, perfect for both lunch and dinner. Gluten-free options available.

2. Monti's

4.6

Exceptional(2209)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Santa Rosa

Booked 35 times today

Monti’s is a much favored neighborhood eatery and bar that offers a vibrant and relaxed dining experience. Our Mediterranean-inspired menu focuses on locally sourced Sonoma County ingredients, featuring fresh seafood, seasonal vegetables, house-made pastas, pizzas, and a variety of shared plates. Complement your meal with our quality cocktails, extensive wine selection, and full bar service. Enjoy your dining experience indoors or on our inviting patio.

A photo of Stark's Steak and Seafood restaurant

3. Stark's Steak and Seafood

4.7

Exceptional(3988)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Santa Rosa

Booked 30 times today

Stark's Steakhouse in Santa Rosa, California, is an upscale eatery that takes a modern approach to sustainable seafood and steak. The in-house dry aged meat is served a la carte and guests can also enjoy an extensive menu of international and local wine, creative cocktails and more than 60 whiskeys.Try the Stark's Steakhouse special roasted bone marrow starter served with truffle honey and sea salt before enjoying a steak with toppers like truffle fried egg, mushroom and onions or blue cheese butter. Vegetarians have options on the menu as well and guests shouldn't leave Stark's Steakhouse without a look at the extensive dessert menu.

4. Willi's Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(3391)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Santa Rosa

Booked 22 times today

A San Francisco Chronicle Bay Area Top 100 Restaurant for four years, Willi’s Wine Bar’s captures the casual, laid-back nature of Sonoma County Wine Country. Tourists and locals feel equally at home enjoying a quick bite or lingering over a glass of wine. The menu at Willi’s features international small plates, some wildly inventive and others comfortingly familiar. Staff is eager to help create perfect pairings with wines from the extensive wine list, many by local producers. Most wines are available in two-ounce tastes as well as by the glass or bottle.

A photo of Grossman's Noshery & Bar restaurant

5. Grossman's Noshery & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(862)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Santa Rosa

Booked 26 times today

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, noshes and cocktails. Located in the Hotel La Rose, Grossman's offers Mark Stark's inspired take on Jewish cuisine from the East Coast to Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Guests can enjoy the outdoor seating area, order at the deli counter, pick up a grab 'n go meal or baked goods like Bagels, Babka, Black & White Cookies, Rugelach, Challah and Rye Bread from the in-house bakery. Come in, call in, or order online for takeout. Lox, Corned Beef, Pastrami, Full Sour Pickles, Falafel and many other delicacies are made in house based on family recipes. We have a small retail area with Jewish specialty items like Halva, Matzoh Chips and Crackers and hard to find condiments.

6. John Ash

4.4

Awesome(4573)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Santa Rosa

Booked 20 times today

Nestled next to Vinarosa Resort & Spa in Santa Rosa, John Ash was the first Sonoma County restaurant to introduce the concept of cooking with seasonal, locally sourced foods and produce while pairing exceptional recipes with wines from the region.Today, John Ash remains an icon for a romantic, fine dining restaurant with continuing the standards of cooking excellence enjoyed by locals and guests alike. Join us for breakfast, lunch or dinner at our Santa Rosa restaurant and experience wine country dining at its best.

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7. Pascaline Bistro & Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(61)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Santa Rosa

Pascaline Bistro & Patisserie is a charming French gastronomic gem, located in Santa Rosa, in the heart of Sonoma County, owned and operated by Executive Chef, Didier Ageorges.Pascaline has always been a fan favorite in Wine Country, and is open daily, offering breakfast & lunch, no reservations required. DINNER SERVICE IS CLOSED FOR THE WINTER SEASON and will resume in spring on Thursday, Friday & Saturday nights.Experience the great service and quality that guests from near and far have come to enjoy. With indoor & outdoor covered dining, and our proximity to Montgomery Village, this is the perfect place for a quiet cup of coffee with the ladies or a business lunch that is sure to impress. From our Patisserie at Pascaline, enjoy buttery brioche, croissants, and flakey Kouign-amann are rubbing crustswith quiches and tartine. We serve earthy and healthy salads, gourmet sandwiches, classic Croque Monsieur and home made soups. Lunch served daily 10:30-2:30 pm.

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8. Kokkari Estiatorio

4.9

Exceptional(9355)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 173 times today

Kokkari (pronounced “Ko-Kar-ee”) is a small fishing village located on the islands of Samos in the Aegean Sea, whose name is derived from the small onions that were once produced in the nearby fields. Its fertile soil and Mediterranean climate translated into an abundance of fresh produce as well as treasured seafood and game. Legend tells that Kokkari is the site where Orion, a mighty hunter and a young man of gigantic stature and great beauty, fell in love with the daughter of the king of Chios. For the love of her, Orion forged the island for wild game and seafood to prepare elaborate banquets in celebration of their love. Today, we hope you will enjoy your own celebration as you dine at Kokkari Estiatorio on food “fit for the Gods” prepared with an Aegean palate and the style of innovative California fare.

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9. The Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil

4.9

Exceptional(4940)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Rutherford

With 17 consecutive Michelin Star awards, The Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil provides a memorable feast for the eyes and the senses. Nestled within a sun-lit hillside overlooking lush vineyards and distant mountains, the spectacular vista views from the intimate dining room or the expansive outdoor terrace serve as an idyllic backdrop for one of wine country's most renown fine dining experiences. Showcasing fresh, seasonal ingredients, sourced from local purveyors, the Mediterranean-inspired menu is complemented by an extensive selection of international wines from the hotel’s award-winning 15,000 bottle cellar. Enjoy a two- or three-course prix fixe lunch or your choice of a multi-course prix fixe or chef's tasting menu at dinner. Advance reservations required. For a private, fine dining, restaurant-style experience, Le Salon is ideal for small groups. An indoor private room featuring floor-to-ceiling windows framing our panoramic valley views. Please reach out to learn more.

10. Starbelly

4.5

Awesome(1643)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • The Castro

Booked 33 times today

Starbelly is a modern, urban restaurant that serves California Comfort food in the heart of The Castro. Our garden patio and fun atmosphere make Starbelly a neighborhood favorite, serving lunch, brunch and dinner. Our craft cocktails, beer and wine lists all play well with our seasonal menu.

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SerhatVIP
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had such a great experience here! The staff was warm and welcoming from the moment we walked in. Not sure what some other reviews were referring to regarding slow service—our food arrived in good time, and everything flowed smoothly. Maybe there was a staff shortage on a different day, but that definitely wasn’t our experience. The food was absolutely delicious—you can tell they don’t cut corners. No shortcuts or frozen ingredients here. Everything tasted fresh, handmade, and authentically Turkish/Greek. From the grilled meats to the dips and warm breadr. After a long, indulgent day in Napa Valley, this was the perfect way to unwind. Relaxed vibe, great food, and kind service. We’ll definitely be back!
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KalimeraPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Santa Rosa
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4.4
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sasha
San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We went to celebrate a birthday and everything was amazing
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Stark's Steak and SeafoodPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Santa Rosa
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4.7
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Bj
San Francisco Bay Area •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great food, great service, great ambience! What more could you ask for?
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Monti'sPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Santa Rosa
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4.6
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Stephen
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
great menu, friendly staff. Making a reservation on line is helpful
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Grossman's Noshery & BarPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Santa Rosa
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4.7
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KathyVIP
California Central Coast •47 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was excellent, ambience was nice but we were seated in enclosed part of outdoor seating, like front patios better. Excellent drinks also
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Willi's Wine BarPrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Santa Rosa
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4.8

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