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Top 5: Restaurants in Healdsburg, Calif.

by Katie Skrzek

May 18, 2018

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Top 5 / North America

The charming town of Healdsburg, Calif., in Sonoma County is known for its wineries. The wine isn’t the only outstanding experience in Healdsburg. The town is home to a thriving culinary scene with restaurants utilizing ingredients to deliver the best of the region.

Dry Creek Kitchen
This restaurant from Chef Charlie Palmer is located at Hotel Healdsburg. The progressive American menu highlights the best of Sonoma County. The restaurant’s wine program features more than 500 selections from Sonoma County wineries.

Healdsburg SHED
Part market, part café, part event space, Healdsburg SHED serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and a weekend brunch. For dinner, order from the a la carte or fixed-price menu. Expect to see dishes featuring ingredients from local purveyors. Make sure you sample a beverage from the in-store fermentation bar.

SingleThread
The two-Michelin-starred restaurant uses ingredients grown on the SingleThread Farm located on five acres in Healdsburg. If you’re lucky enough to score a reservation, you’ll enjoy an 11-course tasting menu with wine and cocktail options.

Spoonbar
Husband-and-wife team, chefs Patrick and Casey Van Voorhis, bring a menu of contemporary Californian cuisine to this restaurant and bar at h2hotel. Sample food and drinks utilizing local, seasonal ingredients. Stop by for the daily happy hour 5–6:30 p.m.

Valette
Brothers chef Dustin Valette and general manager Aaron Garzini co-own this rustic dining space in the heart of Healdsburg. Enjoy a menu full of items from local farmers, winemakers and artisans. The restaurant is open daily for dinner service.

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