11 Best Italian Restaurants in Sonoma

“Buck's Place looks like a dive bar from the front, but in back is Sonoma's best pizzeria. Whenever my wife and I wanted a simple date on a Friday night, we'd do house cocktails and a pizza at Buck's. The outdoor seating had a villa feel to it, and the old arcade machines in the back corner were a fun diversion.“

“One dish is more delicious than the next. Best bolognese, seafood, pomodoro cappellini- all of it so so yum!“

“The spicy prawn penne was delicious“

“Great food at reasonable prices and staff and owner are super“

“The restaurant and food are good. I recommend it. You should try the cheese platter and desert which are excellent. The main course was good.“

“Had the BEST porchetta panino on the BEST focaccia bread ever here last weekend. Also bought wonderful salume, cheeses a roasted pork rib (to die for so tender!) and risotto to take home. All were spectacular and we can't wait to go back! 5-star+++“

“We were visiting Sonoma from Calgary, Canada to celebrate 40th/50th birthdays. The table loved all the food, including the teriyaki glazed pork ribs, and the seasonal Cappellini Pasta. Amazing. Highly recommend, from the atmosphere to the food. 5 stars.“

“If Enoteca were a bottle of wine, it would be a perfectly aged red—full-bodied, rich, and likely to make you want to tell all your friends about it after the first sip. The atmosphere is equal parts cozy and classy, like the kind of place where you can feel sophisticated and still laugh until your cheeks hurt.

And then… there’s Lilly.
Lilly isn’t just an employee—she’s the heart, soul, and uncorked magic of Enoteca Sonoma. She could probably sell wine to a vineyard owner, and she somehow knows exactly what you need before you even realize it yourself. Need a pairing suggestion? She’s got it. Need a story about the wine that makes it taste even better? Done. Need someone to casually convince you to order another glass? She’s your girl.

Basically, Enoteca without Lilly would be like a wine glass without wine—functional, but missing the good stuff.

Five stars, two thumbs up, and a toast to Lilly for making every visit feel like the perfect pour. 🍷“

“Love Mary's. My grandson and I each had a meal that was new on the menu. Mine was the Fried Clams and his was the Chicken Picata. Both were outstanding. The batter on the clams was very light and crunchy. I also tasted his chicken and it was outstanding. Of course, we also had an order of the plain breadsticks. So happy I live in a town with two Mary's Pizza Shacks.“

“Come for the SALAD...Stay for the Pizza, Raviolis and in this case....Split Pea soup. Good meal tonight. Love us a bunch of Mary's Pizza!🍕🍕🍕🍕🍕“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Our experience at Sonoma Grille was outstanding from start to finish. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, making it the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing meal in wine country.

Someone in my group ordered the linguini with shrimp, I had the Dungeness crab, mashed potatoes and spinach, and it was absolutely delicious. The seafood was fresh and plentiful, the vegetables were perfectly cooked, and the pasta was flavorful and beautifully prepared. Every bite was a wonderful combination of fresh ingredients and thoughtful seasoning.

A special thank you to Ceasar, our waiter, who provided exceptional service throughout the evening. He was attentive, personable, and made sure we had everything we needed. His friendly demeanor and excellent recommendations made our dining experience even more enjoyable.

Great food, excellent service, and a wonderful atmosphere—Sonoma Grille is definitely a restaurant I would recommend and look forward to visiting again.“