Whatever you have a taste for, you can count on a delicious meal in the quaint wine country town of Petaluma, just north of San Francisco. From fast food to multi-course meals, you won’t be disappointed.
Petaluma is home to 140 different restaurants, each featuring their own unique menus and many offering local ingredients. From burgers to barbecue to steak and seafood and pub fare, you’re sure to find just the restaurant to suit your mood and budget. For riverfront dining with outdoor seating, try the Apple Box. For classic comfort food in the heart of Petaluma’s historic downtown, check out the Blu American Eatery. In the mood for something more exotic? There are numerous Asian cuisine options from Chinese to Thai to Japanese. There are also nearly a dozen different Italian restaurants to choose from, 16 Mexican restaurants, pizza joints, delis, Indian restaurants, Hawaiian BBQ, and more.
If a romantic dinner is on your agenda, try Le Bistro near downtown. Central Market is also another popular spot for fine dining. If you’ve got a group or hungry kids to feed, try Old Chicago Pizza or Rafy’s Pizzeria. Looking to pick up some take-out? Try Sizzling Tandoor, Lily Kai, or Himalyan Kabob & Curry House.
If you love a good microbrew, stop by Dempsey’s Restaurant & Brewery, which is also a great location to host a group. Dempsey’s offers a casual dining environment with patio seating that overlooks the Petaluma River. The menu varies from day to day and frequently features fruits and vegetables that have been harvested the same day from Dempsey’s Red Rooster Ranch. Dempsey’s microbrews are constructed to complement the menu and vary from season to season, ensuring a different dining and drinking experience each time you visit.