16 Best Bars near Cotati

“Always love Spanckys one request, please invite Sourflower back to perform!“

“Inventive food and the best bartenders!“

“Great service! Great Food! Will definitely be back again!“

“Friendly place, happy people and a great menu. Don't leave without breaking your diet with their Beignets!“

“great friendly staff good drinks and good people“

“If you’re looking for fine dining, craft cocktails, and a classy vibe… keep driving. But if you want a place where the jukebox might play Johnny Cash followed by Snoop Dogg, and where your bartender pours shots like they’re trying to solve world peace — welcome to The Zoo.

This bar is exactly what it sounds like: a glorious habitat for humans of all species. You’ve got the pool-table gorillas pounding out games all night, the karaoke parrots squawking “Bohemian Rhapsody” like their lives depend on it, and the mysterious nocturnal creatures in the corner who may or may not have been sitting there since the ’90s.

The drinks? Cheap enough that you question the math. The vibe? Somewhere between “your uncle’s garage” and “Vegas at 4am.” The decor? Well, let’s just say it’s a museum of questionable choices — but you wouldn’t want it any other way.

Highlights include:
• Strong pours that could tranquilize an actual zoo animal.
• Bathrooms that tell a story (not always a happy one, but definitely a story).
• A crowd so eclectic, you’ll leave with at least one new best friend and probably a conspiracy theory.

Bottom line: If Santa Rosa had a spirit animal, it would live at The Zoo, holding a Bud Light in one paw and a cue stick in the other.“

“We’ll grounded fairways and greens. Nice restaurant and bar. Very nice Pro Shop and thank you for having some really nice items for women!!!“

“After five hours on the road, this place greets you like a warm hug. Exceptional doormen and front desk folks us settled us in our room, Sarah at the Café made sure we wanted for nothing when it came to fresh, pleasing local fare and drink. This area is within a minutes-long Uber ride or walk to some outstanding restaurants, but if you are searching for a representative array of small plates or entrees, there’s no need to leave the premises. Enjoy!“

“Let's go walking Yes ok.“

“I would recommend the Nashville Hot Fried Chicken sandwich at this specific location, as it is the best when compared with their two other locations. Owner and staff are very friendly, service is quick, every food we have had is delicious, and the place is nostalgic. There are local bands that play music there on certain dates.“

“Everyone searches for their go to dive, their Cheers.. the place that’s open early and open late, has 5 star bartenders with one star humor but you love it… the place you can depend on, that feels safe, that feels welcoming. This is the ‘40.“

“The lady that runs this place is great :) She always makes you feel at home. It’s really dark inside and i like it that way. Mixed crowd that all get along just fine. The drinks are really reasonably priced. The BEST jukebox around. It has everything new and old. There is an old Star Wars pinball machine, a couple of pool tables, a shuffleboard? game, a small train that makes its rounds above your head for only 25 cents, and surprisingly nice restrooms. I love it here. It is my favorite local watering hole. When i drink a little too much, get a little loud and rowdy, or start making out with my girlfriends, they don’t even mind. Definitely my kind of place.“

“Great little pub with fun happy hour drinks + quality HH food for a sweet price. The service is awesome- ask for Talia, and the bartender Jessie makes a perfect old fashioned! The well bourbon they use for it is Buffalo Trace which is included on the HH price. YAY! The tacos are tasty and big enough to share. Add some guac and fries with their trio dipping sauces, you'll definitely be leaving happy and your wallet too!“

“Everything was fabulous! So excited that Luma is open!“

“There’s something about Brixx that just instantly put me at ease, like I had been there a hundred times before even though it was one of my first visits. Right in downtown Petaluma, it has that warm, lived-in, family-run energy where you can tell people genuinely care, not just about the food but about you having a good time. The whole place buzzes in the best way, with that comforting mix of laughter, conversation, and the smell of pizza that hits you before you even sit down.

We ordered the Uncle Vido and the spicy Hawaiian, and I am still thinking about both. The crust had that perfect thin, slightly crispy bite but did not fall apart under all the toppings, which feels like an art form. The Uncle Vido was rich and savory in that “one more slice, okay one more” kind of way, while the spicy Hawaiian totally surprised me. Sweet, salty, and a little kick of heat, just chaotic enough to be addictive. You can tell they are not just throwing pizzas together here. Everything feels intentional and dialed in.

What stuck with me most was the feeling walking out. Full, happy, and already talking about coming back. It is the kind of place that reminds you why supporting small, family-run California spots actually matters. Brixx does not just make great pizza, it makes you feel like you found your place.“

“Specialty cocktails are delicious but their service is lacking, especially during the week. Took 12 minutes for a server to take my order, two were busy preparing others drinks and the other two were busy talking about personal business. The vibe and ambiance of the bar is pleasant but plan on waiting for a couple of drinks. For a bar this nice, service should be top tier.“