Walter Hansel Wine Bistro

4.9

1982 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

We are located just 6 minutes from Coddingtown Mall and 10 minutes from Downtown Santa Rosa surrounded by beautiful vineyards with an onsite garden for fresh, farm-to-table vegetables and herbs.

"An impressive new Santa Rosa restaurant that's instantly one of our best"
Jeff Cox, renowned Wine Country food critic.

If you are unable to find the reservation you want, please call us directly at (707) 546-6462. Thank you.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 4:45 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(707) 546-6462
Website
http://www.walterhanselbistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Saul Barragan

Location
3535 Guerneville Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Neighborhood
Santa Rosa
Cross street
Willowside
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Bread & Butter$3.00
Cheese Board$26.00
Humboldt Fog Cheese, Delice de Bourgogne, Burrata di Estefano Fig & Orange Spread, Marcona Almonds, Honey, Crostini
- Three Cheeses$26.00
- Single Cheese$16.00
- Prosciutto di Parma$6.00
Royal Sweet Scallop$27.00
Pan Seared Scallops, Creamy Polenta, Mediterranean Relish, Parmesan Tuile, Chinese Chive Oil
Vietnamese Style Beef Carpaccio$20.00
C.A.B. Beef, Crispy Onions, Mirco Cilantro, Basil, Parsley, Lime, Vietnamese Vinaigrette
Escargot a la Bourguignonne$18.00
Garlic-Herb Butter, Pernod
Burrata di Stefano$22.00
Persian Cucumbers, Vine Ripe Tomatoes, Crispy Prosciutto de Parma, Balsamic Glaze, Basil Oil
Dungeness Crab Cakes$22.00
Cilantro Lime Aioli, Wild Arugula, Radishes, Lime Pickled Fennel
Tacos of the Week (Market Price)
Yellow Corn Tortillas, Micro Cilantro, House Made Salsa

Soup ~ Salad

Soup of the Day$14.00
Chef's Seasonal Creation
Roasted Beet Salad$18.00
Cabecou Goat Cheese, Marcona Almonds, Micro Arugula, Citrus Vinaigrette
Caesar Salad$15.00
Hearts of Romaine, House Made Garlic Croutons, Shaved Parmesan Cheese, Tender Bocarones, House Made Caesar Dressing

Entrees

Grilled C.A.B. New York Steak au Poivre 10oz OR Beef Tenderloin C.A.B. 8oz$48.00
C.A.B. Beef Marinated in Garlic and Herbs, Watercress, French Fries, Brandy Green Peppercorn Sauce
- 10oz$48.00
- 8oz$59.00
Stuffed Bone-In Pork Chop$44.00
Pasture Raised Mountain View Pork Stuffed with Asian Pear & Fig Chutney, Roasted Garlic Potato Puree, Grilled Asparagus, Marsala Wine Garlic Thyme Jus
Akaushi Beef Hamburger$22.00
Compressed Onion & Cucumbers, Tomato, Lettuce, Local White Pepper Jack Cheese, French Fries
Liberty Farms Duck Breast 45$45.00
Duck Fat Roasted Marble Potatoes, Bok Choy, Carrots, Wild Mushrooms, Crispy Parsnip, Hibiscus Gastrique
Corvina Seabass$45.00
Potato Gratin, Spinach, Crispy Onions, Piquillo Pepper Butter Sauce, Mirco Arugula
Vegetarian Dish of the Week$30.00
Ask Server for Detail

Sides

Sides$9.00
French Fries, Sautéed Spinach, Roasted Garlic Potato Puree, Garlic Green Beans

Desserts

Apple Tarte Tatin$13.00
Puff Pastry, Brandy Caramel Sauce, Tahitian Vanilla Gelato, toasted Pecans
Sourdough Bread Pudding$13.00
Fresh Berries, Toasted Almonds, Tahitian Vanilla Gelato
Profiteroles$13.00
Pistachio Gelato, Valrhona Chocolate Sauce
Fiorello's Artisan Sorbet or Gelato$10.00
(pick two flavors) Apricot Chardonnay, Passionfruit, Raspberry, Maple Butter Pecan, Pistachio, Tahitian Vanilla

What 1,982 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco Bay Area
Contemporary American
Wine Country
Best Overall
Wine Country
Best Service
Wine Country
Contemporary American

Review summary

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Walter Hansel Wine Bistro is a "hidden gem" celebrated for its "delicious food," "outstanding service," and cozy, "country farmhouse feel." Guests praise the "creative and flavorful" dishes, such as the "Dungeness crab tacos" and "rack of lamb." The attentive staff and relaxed ambiance make it a favorite for locals and special occasions.

1,982 Reviews

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Bob VIP
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We love Walter Hansel Bistro! The food is always delicious!
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Mindy
San Francisco26 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service excellent. I have eaten here before and it is always delicious. Highly recommend.
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Amanda
San Francisco5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was absolutely phenomenal, excited to come back.
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Michael VIP
San Francisco51 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service are always impeccable, and tonight was no different. Highly recommend.
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ReneeM
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We took advantage of the Restaurant Week menu and found the experience to be amazing. Great food, attentive and friendly service, and wonderful wine selection. We will be back.
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Steve VIP
San Francisco46 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Went for restaurant week. 3 course set menu with choices in each. Beet salad was delicious, Halibut w spinach was flavorful, however fish was a bit overcooked and dry. Great value. Fantastic service, some of the best in Sonoma county.
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DebbieB
Hawaii2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and meal! I definitely will recommend it to my family, friends and clients.
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Jim VIP
San Francisco11 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came during restaurant week and enjoyed the three dishes that were on the prefixed menu. The New York steak and halibut were both beautifully presented, but the star of the evening was the Apple pastry dessert that was absolutely delicious. Our server was fantastic. Another highly enjoyable experience at this restaurant.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco10 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff here is wonderful and will do their best to accommodate. Dined here on Valentine’s Day weekend and despite being short staffed the service was wonderful and they made us feel at home. The Lobster Bisque and Halibut were our favorites.
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Lori
San Francisco30 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love the lack of pretentiousness and the relative quiet of this restaurant. Some of the dishes are outstanding (crab tacos, risotto). Some are fine but don't quite justify the cost (lobster bisque, chicken cordon blue). Seems like the French dishes are not really working as well. The small plates and appetizers are where they shine. I hope they find their wheelhouse and stick to that. But its a lovely place. And the Hansel wines are a good value.
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FAQs

Walter Hansel Wine Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (707) 546-6462.

Walter Hansel Wine Bistro is rated 4.9 stars by 1982 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Walter Hansel Wine Bistro

3535 Guerneville Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95401

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Willowside
Neighborhood
Santa Rosa
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 4:45 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Saul Barragan
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.walterhanselbistro.com/
Phone number
(707) 546-6462

Walter Hansel Wine Bistro

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dungeness Crab Cakes

Caesar Salad

Roasted Beet Salad

Happy Hour Offerings

Soup of the Day

Beef Carpaccio

Garlic Fries / Regular Fries

Salted Marcona Almonds

2 Tacos

Chesse Plate

Regular Fries / Garlic Fries

Appetizers

Bread & Butter$3.00

Cheese Board$26.00

Royal Sweet Scallop$27.00

Vietnamese Style Beef Carpaccio$20.00

Escargot a la Bourguignonne$18.00

Burrata di Stefano$22.00

Dungeness Crab Cakes$22.00

Tacos of the Week (Market Price)

Soup ~ Salad

Soup of the Day$14.00

Roasted Beet Salad$18.00

Caesar Salad$15.00

Entrees

Grilled C.A.B. New York Steak au Poivre 10oz OR Beef Tenderloin C.A.B. 8oz$48.00

Stuffed Bone-In Pork Chop$44.00

Akaushi Beef Hamburger$22.00

Liberty Farms Duck Breast 45$45.00

Corvina Seabass$45.00

Vegetarian Dish of the Week$30.00

Sides

Sides$9.00

Desserts

Apple Tarte Tatin$13.00

Sourdough Bread Pudding$13.00

Profiteroles$13.00

Fiorello's Artisan Sorbet or Gelato$10.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Does Walter Hansel Wine Bistro offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is Walter Hansel Wine Bistro currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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