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Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Wine Country

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Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in Wine Country? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

A photo of Kenzo Napa restaurant
4.9
4.9 (490)
$50 and over
Japanese
Napa
About the restaurant
Kenzo Napa, presented by owners Kenzo and Natsuko Tsujimoto, is an exceptional, authentic Japanese restaurant featuring a traditional prix fixe kaiseki menu, located in downtown Napa.

OpenTable displays availability up to 30 days in advance. For long-range planning, contact: reservations@kenzonapa.com. Note that less than 24 hours' notice for cancellation will result in a $200 cancellation fee.

The fusion of Japanese tradition with innovative techniques and presentation is sure to transform all perceptions of Japanese cuisine. The sublime, rich flavors of Japanese Edomae sushi and kaiseki delicacies are created with seafood selections from acclaimed markets flown in from Japan. Every dish is expertly paired with the full Kenzo Estate wine collection, along with a selection of fine Japanese sakes and beers in a peaceful environment where the focus is on the chefs and cuisine.

Kenzo is the proud recipient of 7 consecutive Michelin Star awards, noted for sake and wine lists.

Top review
AlanVIP
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing kaiseki and service. Would drink that dashi broth forever.
A photo of Street Social restaurant
4.9
4.9 (60)
$31 to $50
American
Petaluma
About the restaurant
Welcome to Street Social!
Eclectic comfort food.

Chef: Jevon Martin
Top 25 Restaurants in the Bay area SF Chronicle

Top review
Carol
Dined 2 days ago
This is a hidden gem, definitely worth reserving an indoor table way ahead of time, which we will do next time. Chef Jevon is a creative genius with down to earth yet elevated, fresh offerings. We can't wait to return in another season for whatever he invents. The outdoor seating is in a passageway, and we were sent an email to wear warm layers. Still, I wrapped one of the offered blankets around me like a skirt. We noticed at the end of our meal that the tiny heater at our feet wasn't working. Compared to the cozy indoor space, we could have felt like orphan cousins, but for the kind attentive service and the amazing food. We started with a Morrocan rosé and a tempranillo, stuffed Peppadews with pimento goat cheese, a sweet creamy bite with a spicy kick. A tasty gem lettuce salad with miso dressing and watermelon daikon. (They'd 86'd the roasted carrots.) An abundance of crisp, golden fried quail with a sambal honey sauce that had some added fruit, maybe tamarind. Steamed mussels with chorizo and a grilled country bread to soak up the delicious saffron broth. We finished with Meyer lemon curd with crumble and whip. Every bite was excellent. The menu is small, focused. Definitely a destination dinner.
A photo of Dry Creek Kitchen restaurant
4.8
4.8 (3764)
$31 to $50
American
Healdsburg
About the restaurant
Progressive American cooking rooted in Sonoma County

Legendary Chef Charlie Palmer seamlessly blends his Progressive American style with the rich bounty of Sonoma County, along with the most expansive, exclusively Sonoma County wine list in the world. Here you’ll discover the freshest, hyper-seasonal ingredients that are grown and raised by farms up the road, and wines by vintners you visited earlier in the day. We’re proud to call Healdsburg home.

Choose from our three-course nightly dinner menu, indulge in Chef Shane’s ever-changing six-course tasting menu, or enjoy our celebrated Thursday night Sonoma Neighbor menu. For a more casual evening, dine at Dry Creek Kitchen’s bar or savor light bites and hearty burgers at Hotel Healdsburg’s lobby Spirit Bar. Welcome to our kitchen, where we celebrate the essence of Sonoma County, every day.

Top review
Ira
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent service and food as always. Wine list focusing on local Sonoma County wines is excellent. Definitely like the neighbor night options.
A photo of Terrapin Creek Cafe & Restaurant restaurant
4.8
4.8 (2860)
$50 and over
Californian
Bodega Bay
About the restaurant
Terrapin Creek Cafe & Restaurant is a California cuisine restaurant located in Bodega Bay, California.
Top review
DavidVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Our most recent visit was our best yet. We arrived at 5:45 and quickly learned that 3 of the 6 servers were out sick. On top of everything else he was doing, the chef greeted us soon after we sat down to take our drink orders, and ultimately was our server for the evening. It was the best service we have had in a long time from any resturant and it ended up being a truly memorable experience. It is often said that great food brings people to a resturant and great service brings them back. We'll be back again soon.
A photo of Galpao Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse - Napa restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1239)
$50 and over
Brazilian Steakhouse
Napa
About the restaurant
Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse delivers an exquisite dining experience inspired by the rich Gaucho culture and culinary traditions of Southern Brazil. Galpão Gaucho’s rodizio experience offers an unparalleled dining experience, featuring 18 expertly grilled meats, including the new 24-karat Golden Steak™, paired with unlimited visits to an extensive 45-item gourmet salad bar.

Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse, an authentic Brazilian dining experience.

Top review
Roy
Dined on Dec 30, 2024
Every bite was amazing! Service and ambiance was amazing! A little expensive, but you know that going in, so if you’re in the mood to eat, and have every bite “WOW” you, this is your place!
A photo of Gatehouse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1129)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
St. Helena
About the restaurant
Join us for a unique dining experience that is unmatched in the Napa Valley. Set on the historic campus of The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) at Greystone, Gatehouse Restaurant showcases the talents of CIA students who have completed two years of rigorous study, under the supervision of our world-class faculty. Enjoy a meal inspired by local produce from the college’s own farms and gardens, and other high-quality ingredients. Reservations are strongly encouraged.


Top review
Kim
Dined 6 days ago
We were recommended by Mauricio Gutierrez and what a treat we were in for! Connor, Michael, Matt and Amanda were AMAZING! The food was delicious and the attention to detail was outstanding! Each person was friendly, knowledgeable and gracious! Thank you so much!! This student-run establishment is a diamond of a find! We will be back!
A photo of 630 Park Steakhouse - Graton Resort & Casino restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1653)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Rohnert Park
About the restaurant
630 Park is a Classic American Steakhouse serving tender-dry-aged Prime steaks. All of our meats, seafood and produce have been carefully sourced from the freshest purveyors and local farms. 630 Park exemplifies Sonoma County with our succulent menu, hand selected wine list and detailed service. We invite you to experience the future of the Classic American Steakhouse.

At the moment we are limited to 21 and older until further notice. We apologize for any inconvenience and hope to see you all again soon.

Top review
Wanetta
Dined 2 days ago
The food was delicious. The service was excellent.
A photo of Cordeiros Steakhouse restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1660)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Napa
About the restaurant
Situated at the base of the East Hills of the Napa Valley, Cordeiro’s Steakhouse brings modern sophistication and old world elegance. Blending a classic steakhouse menu with a fresh farm to table approach, Our chef Marcos Uribe insists on using only the freshest and highest quality of ingredients. From certified Angus beef, aged 14 days, to sustainable seafood, Snake River Pork Chop and Akaushi Beef. guests will immediately notice the care that goes into each and every dish. The Mesquite grill and brick oven adds versatility to the extensive menu, which consists of Oysters Rockefeller, Duck Confit Flatbread, table side Caesar Salad, Beefsteak Tomato Salad, to name a few. The restaurant boasts luxurious décor, private dining rooms, full bar, outdoor lounge areas, giving guests a well – rounded experience in Wine Country.
Top review
Andrea
Dined 2 days ago
This is always an amazing place to enjoy a wonderful meal with family and friends. The food was scrumptious and the service is above par.
A photo of The Bar at Auberge du Soleil restaurant
4.7
4.7 (748)
$31 to $50
Bistro
Rutherford
About the restaurant
Join us at The Bar for a leisurely lunch, drinks and something to share, or an informal dinner at sunset. A favorite among visitors and locals alike, the venue offers an ideal mid-valley respite during a day of wine tasting, or a delicious meal on the terrace at day's end. Enjoy an integrated menu featuring both fine dining dishes and casual Bistro-inspired fare.

Advance reservations are encouraged.

Top review
TommyVIP
Dined on Jan 11, 2025
Orlando was a spectacular waiter! By far one of the best restaurants I’ve been to in a long time.
A photo of Augie's French restaurant
4.6
4.6 (490)
$30 and under
French
Santa Rosa
About the restaurant
Augie's French, a Stark Reality Restaurant by Mark & Terri Stark, offers elevated service in a comforting and enchanting atmosphere in the heart of downtown Santa Rosa. Recognized as a "Top French Restaurant" in the Bay Area by the San Francisco Chronicle and featured in Sonoma Magazine's "Best Restaurants" in Sonoma County, our menu embodies French Bistro classics. Enjoy Onion Soup Gratinée, Steak Frites, seasonal local vegetables with a French flair, and a classic Beef Bourguignon known to evoke tears of delight.
Our wine list is comprised of exclusively French selections, and the bar specializes in classic French aperitif cocktails. Happy Hour and a limited bar menu are offered daily from 3-5 pm, featuring items you won’t find on the dinner menu.

Find your inner Francophile on our petite, dog-friendly patio, in our lush suede booths in the main dining room, or watch from above in our intimate mezzanine. At Augie's French, you can expect the expected, prepared exceptionally well.

Top review
HenryVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Definitely our favorite restaurant in Sonoma County. The food is great and the service is beyond compare. We celebrated our 56th anniversary there last night and were treated like royalty.
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