Best of Winners in the past 5 years. BOLD Advertisers. Cost: $ = Under $12; $$ = $13-$20; $$$ = $21-$26; $$$$x = Over $27 Rating indicates the low to average cost of a full dinner for one person, exclusive of desserts, beverages and tip.
RESTAURANTS | SONOMA COUNTY small-plate offerings, in restaurant or indoor courtyard setting. Seasonally changing menu and inventive desserts. Lunch, Mon-Fri; dinner daily. 205 Fifth St., Santa Rosa. 707.568.4002.
RENDEZ VOUS BISTRO French $$. Before the crêpes hook you, the charm will. Bubbling over with French bistro ambiance, Rendezvous Bistro recreates a European cafe complete with a mosaic tile floor, ornate décor and delicate round tables for two. Sandwiches, salads and sweets, but its main attraction are the savory crêpes. 7 days, 11:30- midnight. 614 Fourth St., Santa Rosa. 707.526.7700.
ROSSO PIZZERIA & WINE BAR Pizza. $-$$. Friendly, plentiful staff at outstanding and creative pizzeria. Incredible crusts and inventive toppings. Excellent and affordable wine list. Futbol! Creekside Center, 53 Montgomery Drive, Santa Rosa. 707.544.3221.
RUSSIAN RIVER BREWING CO Eclectic. $. Decent pizza and excellent brews. Two words: beer bites! Lunch and dinner daily. 725 Fourth St., Santa Rosa. 707.545.2337.
SEA THAI BISTRO Thai. $$. The dishes of exotic Bangkok come to California with some truly soul-satisfying dishes. Lunch and dinner. Two locations: 2323 Sonoma Ave., Santa Rosa. 707.528.8333. 500 Petaluma Blvd. S., Petaluma. 707.766.6633.
SIMPLY VIETNAM Vietnamese. $. Friendly Vietnamese for all ethnic tastes. Savory, satisfying and filling. Pho can be hit or miss, depending on the meat quality. Lunch and dinner daily. 966 N Dutton Ave., Santa Rosa. 707.566.8910.
SIZZLING TANDOOR Indian. $$. A Sonoma County legend for almost 20 years, and for good reason. Of the more than 100 menu choices, all are worthwhile. Lunch, Mon-Sat; dinner daily. 409 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa. 707.579.5999.
STARK’S STEAKHOUSE Steakhouse. $$-$$$$. Fantastic steakhouse has revamped economic menu while retaining high standards and elegance. Insanely inexpensive yet excellent happy hour, 3pm to 6pm, Mon-Fri. Dinner daily; lunch, Mon-Fri. 521 Adams St., Santa Rosa. 707.546.5100.
STOUT BROTHERS PUB & RESTAURANT Irish. $$. Celtic pub meets California for Guinness, good food and friendly craic. Lunch and dinner daily. 527 Fourth St., Santa Rosa. 707.636.0240.
SUSHI TO DAI FOR Japanese. $$$. A temple of sushi cool. Regulars rave about the dragon roll. Lunch, Mon-Thurs; dinner, Mon-Sat. Two locations: 119 Fourth St., Railroad Square, Santa Rosa. 707.576.9309.869 Fourth St., San Rafael. 415.721.0392.
SWEET T’S RESTAURANT AND BAR Modern Comfort Food. $$. Hush puppies, fried chicken, cornbread, ribs, burgers, mac ‘n’ cheese, the works. Lunch and dinner daily. 2009 Stagecoach Road, Ste. 100, Santa Rosa. 707.595.3935.
THAI TASTE Thai. $-$$. Lovely ambiance and daily specials showcasing authentic Thai flavors to warm
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