50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Monte Rio

“What an absolutely darling little place! Situated in a veritable paradise - a blossoming community garden, delicious food and coffee and wonderful service! A must stop when in Sonoma“

“well I just happen to have some of the old Highlander hotel dog collections and I want to get back to the owners my dad bought over 100 of them years and years and years ago I have four left I'd like to give it back to the rightful owners“

“Do not pass this place up if you drive through the area! The owner brought us a sample of her salmon chowder while we waited for our food. The chowder is absolutely AMAZING! She shared awesome conversation of how she came about her salmon chowder. Great, family style atmosphere! We can't wait to return!“

“One of the most beautiful golf courses I've ever seen or played, staffed by some of the nicest people I've ever met at a golf course. My only regret is that I don't live nearby, so I can't come here 3 times a week. If you told me I could golf at Augusta for the same price, I'd do it, but I'd still love Northwood more.“

“I had not had such a good pizza in years! I am Italian and can honestly say that their Margherita is as good or better as any I ever had! I waited 28 years for this. We really needed it in West Sonoma county !“

“This place is so good! Waiting in line is worth it. I don’t even love scones but everything I tried here was life changing. The cheese bread was warm and melty. The baked goods + the garden + the wind chimes + the sunshine healed me. I will come back“

“First class wines! Very knowledgeable staff! Beautiful views!“

“So good! The Lox Toast was excellent and the super seed bread was to die for. I’d love the recipe.“

“Had lunch for the first time here today, a delicious one! The menu is huge, so I look forward to trying so many of their authentic dishes. Happy to have them in Healdsburg. -Ali Story“

“They have MY favorite clam chowder on the bay.“

“Porter Creek Winery was such a peaceful gem and one of the highlights of our wine country trip. The team (Crystal) went above and beyond to accommodate us, even staying a little late so we could enjoy the experience — and we’re so grateful they did!

The setting was absolutely stunning — quiet, serene, and surrounded by natural beauty. It was the kind of view that makes you want to take a deep breath and stay a while. The wines were just as memorable, especially the Zinfandels — rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced.

To top it all off, we were greeted by Poppy, the sweetest dog who made the whole experience even more charming. Between the warm hospitality, the incredible wines, and the peaceful ambiance, it was the perfect way to wind down our day.

Highly recommend Porter Creek for anyone looking for a relaxing, intimate tasting experience with a personal touch.“

“Finally opened their Pinot from 2020, no joke, one of the better Pinot noirs I’ve had in a long time. it was light and peppery. Enough blush to let you know that it came from and was handled by individuals that care about their craft. Going to the winery, you don’t get a huge hullabaloo, or glitzy glam, like you would from the the Disneyland, wineries of today’s Sonoma and Napa, counties, but something of more of a throwback of yesteryear, When it was more about the grape, and less about the show. I would recommend this winery to anyone who likes to take a road less traveled. The journey will reward you well.“

“I had an informative, professional tasting with Heather, who couldn't have been more easy to talk to and quick to answer in-depth wine questions. I was amazed at the aromatic complexity of the wines, particularly the Pinots. The Macrostie portfolio is attractive with a greater number of varieties represented, more than many other nearby wineries. The property is stunning, the caliber of wine and service is fantastic. Enjoy and don't miss!“

“Amazing place to get a bite. I’ve had Spud’s for a few years now. Their clam chowder is the best I’ve ever had. I live 2 hours away, but make sure I get down to bodega bay every few months. The location is awesome, parking can be not great if it’s the weekend and it’s busy. It’s also great they have specials and locally caught seafood. If you haven’t heard of Spud’s then I’m sorry for ya. 10/10 would definitely recommend to anyone.“

“Great Fish and Chips! Loved the Clam Chowder.“

“We had reservations and were asked to make a change for a very special holiday party which we were happy to oblige. When we came for our reservation the food was outstanding and the service was incredible!! Everyone has been incredibly warm and inviting as well. Our surprise was when we were accommodated very generously for our r slight inconvenience. We can’t say enough good things about this place and everyone who were so pleasant and made our trip here the best! Thank you again!! We HIGHLY recommend this place!“

“We went there Today for My 44th Birthday. I have had the Pinot Noir before. I know I’d be taking some bottles home. That being said Josh, Our Host, server and cook was kind, knowledgeable, prompt, fun & Friendly. We had the Whamola Weiners (sorry if I spelled that wrong). They were Pretty great! The Dutch Crunch buns were the best part for Me. Classed up Trashy food I LOVE IT 😉!

If You haven’t checked out the “Library List” do your self a favor and take a Vintage bottle ( or 4) home.

I had the Best day. Thanks Josh & the Purple Pachyderm Team!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I had the pleasure of meeting the owners, Ali (Smith) and Eric (Story) yesterday - a husband and wife team who have built an amazing business and are making some great wine! I highly recommend checking out their tasting room - a lovely, inviting spot at Bacchus Landing, which is not too far off the main square.“

“Baci never disappoints. You will always be greeted warmly, servers will be friendly and knowledgeable, and food delicious. This evening the special for appetizers was a Insalata di Pesca - Dry Creek Peaches with fresh burrata and drizzle of balsamic reduction. Just simple flavors and so delicious!“

“A beautiful property with excellent wines. How exciting for Healdsburg to have an establishment experimenting with lesser-known indigenous Italian varietals. I appreciated their approach to making these wines to be paired with food (the Italian way) and enjoyed the lighter, lower alcohol, elegant touch to the winemaking style. It is a breath of fresh air to find a producer like this in California. In their beautiful tasting room, you will find a wide array of imported Italian goods from art, ceramics, candies, food, and ingredients. I enjoyed the display of the different regional flags from the various regions of Italy. Many people don't realize that Italy was only unified in 1861 and how unique the individual regions are. I see the effort made by the Orsi family to demonstrate this on their property. For the locals, beyond the wine, you find some of the best products from Italy. Grazie Mille.“

“Great food and lots of it. It’s all good but my favorite is minestrone. Filled with veggies in a wonderful tomato broth. I always get at least one quart to go to eat throughout the week. Don’t forget the cookies“

“Friendly service. Was a bit of a lunch rush so it was a bit of a wait. The chicken salad sandwich on Dutch crunch was a perfect lunch on the beach. They do have a nice patio to also eat on. There are some gift items and snacks for purchase along the register as well. Easy parking as well.“

“Great latte! I had the challah French toast which comes with vanilla ice cream butter and real maple syrup. So good and enough to have leftovers. Hubby had baked eggs with black forest ham. Food was great, good service and charming off beat vibe with an eclectic mix of people enjoying a convivial mood.“

“They are so sweet and caring to their guest. I absolutely adore Michelle & her family so much, it was a pleasure to meet her husband Jim for the first time as well tonight. They went above and beyond for my birthday and made me feel so special.“

“this place, the wines, the causes !!!! not only did our group thoroughly enjoy our tasting, but listening to the stories about each cause really gave us a sense of light in a sometimes dark world. i cannot say enough about equality vines & ben who helped us. the work they are doing is IMPORTANT and beautiful 🤍 put this place on your must visit when coming to guerneville !!!!“

“Had a wonderful tour and tasting with Kat. Loved the history, philosophy of the winery/vineyard and current wine making practices. The food and wine pairings were spot on. Our entire grow up (6 in all) lives EVERY wine we were served which usually doesn’t happen. It was all so well balanced and smooth and just extraordinarily made. Truly a treasured find.“

“Beautiful wines! Keith was a top notch host, friendly, informative and interesting. Thank you!“

“very good products courteous stuff ,tea tastings. and very good prices.“

“Fun time. Awesome grounds too.“

“Great food and excellent service! Korean Beef Tacos were excellent. And the pork chop was one of the best I’ve had.“

“Really great wines! Each wine is such a thoughtful & unique expression of the vineyard it represents. Congratulations on critical acclaim!“

“Great Americano coffee and a Roasted Vegetable Burrito (pre packaged - locally made)Easy, laid back atmosphere and dog friendly outdoor dining space.

Vegetarian options: Pastries, bagels, veggie burritos.

Kid-friendliness: Outdoors area for dining

Wheelchair accessibility: Level parking lot and“

“Great Wine! The Pinot Noir is wonderful and this Year the Chardonnay is out of sight!“

“We had a great tasting experience at Matrix. The views were amazing and so were the wines. Special thanks to our pourer, very knowledgeable and friendly. Only thing missing was having snacks available for purchase like simple grab and go charcuterie or chocolates or fruit. I would recommend having simple vending machine type snacks available.“

“So good! The pulled pork slaps and they had a very tasty, interesting take on potato salad. The man taking our order was friendly, too. Stop by!“

“My husband and I enjoyed a wonderful tasting at this winery. The wine is first rate and the employees were wonderful! It was our last tasting of the day and we had already purchased a lot of wine so we didn't pick anything up that day. However, their Cabs were some of the best I had tasted in the Dry Creek Valley. I forgot my phone there and they mailed it back to me the next day! We will definitely return on our next drive through the area and pick up some wine. Thank you so much for going above and beyond!“

“It’s all about family! Every time we visit it’s always a family feel The great wine is just a bonus..... highly recommend!!♥️“

“Amazing customer service , they go above and beyond“

“THE BEST! Started with the tasting, our host was very sweet and gave us great tip throughout our tasting experience. Lovely views. Didn’t get to go on the tour because it got booked quickly. Recommend you book in advance to make sure you get the tour first (it was mentioned to us that it makes the experience better)“

“We've been going to Captain Dave's coffee and ice cream for years now and it is by far the best coffee and ice cream someone can have! He is friendly, the ice cream is delicious, and the coffee is amazing. Reasonable prices for the best coffee/ice cream in the country. Highly recommend!“

“Good food, decent price and very friendly staff! Highly recommend‼️“

“Gorgeous little spot to stop & enjoy a glass of wine. Road trip from sac for my b-day & it was perfect. Got there just as they were closing up but the hostess was such a sweetheart. We sampled a few wines & got a bottle to enjoy as we sat taking in the beautiful view of the evening. Pet friendly we had our puppers & they brought out a bowl of water for her. Had the place to ourselves & it was absolutely dreamy.“

“We had such a lovely experience day tasting wine with the special food pairings. We will be adding this as necessary stop for our yearly gals vacation.“

“What a beautiful vineyard and what great wine with great service!! Was so fun discussing wine and travel with Kent who was such a great host! The most delicious Chardonnay and appreciate the cheese/food pairing ideas! GREAT recommendations!“

“Everyone was so friendly, not sure if I’m just used to hostility from bar tenders in San Francisco but I had a really good time here. Live bands, good taps, and the music after the band was good too. Great parking situation. A bit more alternative / punk than the rest of the town in my opinion!“

“This rarely known winery provides tours to their vineyard and their generated farm that grows the grapes! They even let me eat the grapes that will make the same bottle of wine but 2024 vintage! A never had tasting experience. Highly recommended.“

“🍽Great food, large portions and the special was down right great! Good cocktails and fresh food.“

“The food at the new Sergio’s Mexican Restaurant at Pat’s International is classically prepared & delicious! Great service. Highly recommended! I’ll be back for the chicken flautas & carnitas dinner♥️“

“Does the FDA or DEA know about your Savory Galette? It must contain some kind of controlled substance. Holy Moly! It is Delicious!!!“

“Awesome diamond in the rough. Great food, friendly staff and all round great atmosphere.“