Nathalie’s guidebook
Food scene
Some our local favorite eateries, beer and hangout spots.
Great spot for beer, bites, live music, games and more.
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Brewsters Beer Garden + Restaurant
229 Water StGreat spot for beer, bites, live music, games and more.
Enjoy a nice view of the Petaluma River as you sip on a cocktail, wine, beer, etc.
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Taps
54 E Washington StEnjoy a nice view of the Petaluma River as you sip on a cocktail, wine, beer, etc.
Our favorite Mexican spot in town! Stop here to enjoy a margarita and authentic Mexican food.
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Mi Pueblo El Centro
108 Kentucky StOur favorite Mexican spot in town! Stop here to enjoy a margarita and authentic Mexican food.
Another favorite with authentic Mexican food! They also have a taco truck located at the Petaluma Fairgrounds.
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El Roy's Mexican Grill
210 Edith StAnother favorite with authentic Mexican food! They also have a taco truck located at the Petaluma Fairgrounds.
Perfect local spot for coffee, baked goods, brunch, tea, etc.
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Della Fattoria Downtown Café
143 Petaluma Blvd NPerfect local spot for coffee, baked goods, brunch, tea, etc.
A hidden gem with breakfast, brunch, drinks, etc.
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Water Street Bistro
100 Petaluma Blvd NA hidden gem with breakfast, brunch, drinks, etc.
50's Diner serving breakfast & lunch in style! Best biscuits in town with big portions which are great for sharing.
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Sax's Joint
317 Petaluma Blvd S50's Diner serving breakfast & lunch in style! Best biscuits in town with big portions which are great for sharing.
Deli & BBQ with outdoor picnic table seating.
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Lombardi's | Gourmet Deli & BBQ
3413 Petaluma Blvd NDeli & BBQ with outdoor picnic table seating.
One of our favorite deli spots, and if you're up for a hike its about 2 miles away from us. They have a variety of sandwiches & salads, also serves draft beer. Indoor and outdoor seating available.
My personal favorite is the Frederick's Chicabacon Sandwich w/ avocado!
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RAY'S DELICATESSEN & TAVERN
900 Western AveOne of our favorite deli spots, and if you're up for a hike its about 2 miles away from us. They have a variety of sandwiches & salads, also serves draft beer. Indoor and outdoor seating available.
My personal favorite is the Frederick's Chicabacon Sandwich w/ avocado!
Wicked Slush Petaluma
630 American AlleyEnjoy a mix of slush and soft serve ice cream!
Risibisi
154 Petaluma Boulevard NorthItalian Restaurant
A variety a food trucks in one spot, check out their calendar online.
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The Block Petaluma
20 Grey StreetA variety a food trucks in one spot, check out their calendar online.
Worth the drive to Calistoga for amazing Southern BBQ!
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Buster's Original Southern BBQ
1207 Foothill BlvdWorth the drive to Calistoga for amazing Southern BBQ!
Dog friendly , outdoor seating, local food and craft beer!
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Lagunitas Brewing Company
1280 N McDowell BlvdDog friendly , outdoor seating, local food and craft beer!
Home style Italian dishes! Outdoor seating available.
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Cucina Paradiso
114 Petaluma Blvd NHome style Italian dishes! Outdoor seating available.
Wild Goat Bistro
6 Petaluma Blvd NBistro by Petaluma River
Cafe Zazzle
121 Kentucky StVegetarians love this place!
Swedish flavors in P-town. Highly recommend, tons of options including vegetarian ones!
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Stockhome Restaurant
220 Western AveSwedish flavors in P-town. Highly recommend, tons of options including vegetarian ones!
Shopping!
Local shopping recommendations.
If you're a thrifter like us then you will love this local favorite thrift store. Open M-Sat, closed Sundays.
Sacks Hospice Thrift Store
128 Liberty StIf you're a thrifter like us then you will love this local favorite thrift store. Open M-Sat, closed Sundays.
Another favorite thrift store!
Check out their furniture & clothing store, both on the same block. Super close to town and cafes.
Alphabet Soup Thrift Stores
203 Western AveAnother favorite thrift store!
Check out their furniture & clothing store, both on the same block. Super close to town and cafes.
With over 30 stores to shop at including- Nike, Old Navy, Adidas, Banana Republic, Carters, Micheal Kors , Levi's, etc..
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Petaluma Village Premium Outlets
2200 Petaluma Blvd NWith over 30 stores to shop at including- Nike, Old Navy, Adidas, Banana Republic, Carters, Micheal Kors , Levi's, etc..
Local Bookstore with a great selection of books for adults & children's.
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Copperfield's Books
138 N Main StLocal Bookstore with a great selection of books for adults & children's.
Ooh La Luxe
517 4th StWomen's clothing, accessories and shoe store.
Our local grocery store has a variety of local, organic meats, cheeses, produce, wine, beer and more!
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Petaluma Creamery
210 Western AveOur local grocery store has a variety of local, organic meats, cheeses, produce, wine, beer and more!
Red Umbrella Consignment Inc
120 Kentucky StGreat store for gently used clothes & shoes for adults.
Favorite Wineries
This 13th century Tuscan style castle winery located in Calistoga is a must visit! They offer wine tastings and guided tours, which I recommend booking in advance.
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Castello di Amorosa
4045 St Helena HwyThis 13th century Tuscan style castle winery located in Calistoga is a must visit! They offer wine tastings and guided tours, which I recommend booking in advance.
A family friendly winery, with an informative guided tour and plenty of picnic areas. Bookings can fill up so always check ahead if your desired date/time is available.
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Benziger Family Winery
1883 London Ranch RdA family friendly winery, with an informative guided tour and plenty of picnic areas. Bookings can fill up so always check ahead if your desired date/time is available.
Korbel Winery
13250 River RdGreat views, champagne & wine!
They offer a variety of wine tasting & experiences, it is recommended you book in advance.
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Francis Ford Coppola Winery
300 Via ArchimedesThey offer a variety of wine tasting & experiences, it is recommended you book in advance.
St. Francis Winery and Vineyard
100 Pythian RdReservations not required.
Sightseeing
Our favorite spot for hiking and sightseeing! Beautiful view of all the hills .
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Helen Putnam Regional Park
411 Chileno Valley RdOur favorite spot for hiking and sightseeing! Beautiful view of all the hills .
It's a beautiful drive to the coast! Check out their local ice cream shop, pistachio is my favorite.
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Bodega Bay
It's a beautiful drive to the coast! Check out their local ice cream shop, pistachio is my favorite.
My favorite beach along the coast, perfect spot for a picnic.
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Goat Rock Beach
My favorite beach along the coast, perfect spot for a picnic.