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Walter Hansel Wine Bistro

4.8 (2014)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
3535 Guerneville Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95401

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
We are located just 6 minutes from Coddingtown Mall and 10 minutes from Downtown Santa Rosa surrounded by beautiful vineyards with an onsite garden for fresh, farm-to-table vegetables and herbs.

"An impressive new Santa Rosa restaurant that's instantly one of our best"
Jeff Cox, renowned Wine Country food critic.

If you are unable to find the reservation you want, please call us directly at (707) 546-6462. Thank you.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 4:45 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Saul Barragan
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Rosa
  • Cross street
    Willowside
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,014 people are saying

Walter Hansel Wine Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Wine Country

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Walter Hansel Wine Bistro is a delightful gem in wine country, offering "outstanding food and service" in a cozy, charming setting. Guests rave about the "exceptional" wine list featuring their own labels, and the lovingly prepared dishes like halibut and duck. It's a "go-to" spot for celebrations and casual dinners alike.
2,014 Reviews
  1. larry VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A consistent, but rarely recognized great wine country restaurant

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  2. Richard VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area95 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a treat and pleasure. Food lovingly prepared and served. The servers can guide you as needed. Fine wine list featuring Walter Hansel winery’s own among others. It’s our longtime “go to” restaurant.

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  3. Marla VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food with exceptional service. Quiet and cozy space. One of our favorite places to celebrate!

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  4. Gilbert VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and service! We have been coming here for years and are never disappointed. This place is a gem and I highly recommend it!!

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  5. stephen VIP

    California Central Coast4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The wine , food service were all exceptional. We will be back. Everyone should go

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  6. David

    Greater Boston11 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Dining room and bathrooms need a serious refresh. Menu was limited and overpriced. Our chicken cordon bleu entrees were way too salty. Green beans were the best thing on the plate. Wine by the glass selections were mostly house, i.e., Walter Hansel labeled, wines. Service was neglectful. Had passed this restaurant frequently when we lived in Sonoma County and never tried it. Would have been happier if that were still the case.

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  7. Stephen VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding, crusted rack of lamb with asparagus and garlic potato puree. Our server was attentive and efficient. Though a small restaurant, the ambience is charming and tasteful. I recommend it in the highest possible terms.

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  8. Jonathan

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, food, atmosphere , garden fresh flavors and experience!

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  9. Alana

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A nice casual farm to table experience. Good food in a casual farm winery experience. Would recommend.

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  10. Stephen VIP

    Tahoe / Reno Area58 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food is excellent. Service very good. Noise level in bar area a bit much—don’t get a table by the bar.

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FAQs

Walter Hansel Wine Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (707) 546-6462.

Walter Hansel Wine Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 2014 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Walter Hansel Wine Bistro

3535 Guerneville Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95401

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Willowside
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Rosa
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 4:45 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Saul Barragan
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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