Things To Do
Coffee Shops + Breakfast
Flying Goat Coffee - Beloved local roaster with strong coffee and a relaxed vibe. Black Oak Coffee Roasters - Modern, airy space with top-notch espresso and light bites. Quail and Condor - Artisan bakery with standout croissants, morning buns, and breads. Downtown Bakery, Healdsburg Plaza - Classic bakery with all goods made in-house for 40 years Acorn Cafe - Casual, healthy breakfast and lunch spot. The Parish Café - Southern-inspired breakfast and brunch, known for beignets. Costeaux French Bakery & Café - Healdsburg institution with classic French pastries and hearty breakfasts.
Restaurants + Bars
Willi's Seafood & Raw Bar - Casual tapas-style seafood hotspot; lively atmosphere, great for sharing. Bravas Bar de Tapas - Spanish-style small plates and cocktails with a great outdoor patio. Guiso Latin Fusion - Cozy, hidden gem with big flavor; Latin American meets global cuisine. Lo & Behold Bar & Kitchen - Creative cocktails and modern comfort food; fantastic bar Pizzando - Upscale pizza and Italian fare near the plaza; modern and unfussy. Roof 106 @ The Matheson - Elevated Californian cuisine; don't miss the rooftop bar and lounge. Barndiva - Upscale farm-to-table dining in a beautiful setting; ideal for a special dinner. Catelli’s (Geyserville) - Italian-American classics with a stylish twist in a vintage setting. Diavola Pizzeria (Geyserville) - Wood-fired pizzas and house-made charcuterie with rustic charm. The Rooftop @ Harmon Guest House – Chic rooftop lounge with cocktails and sweeping Healdsburg views
Deli + Picnic Fare
Dry Creek General Store - Historic deli with gourmet sandwiches and picnic fare Troubadour Sandwiches – Elevated, chef-driven sandwiches with bold, fresh flavors Big John’s Market – Classic local grocery with a beloved old-school deli counter Oliver’s Market (Windsor) – Community-favorite gourmet grocery with an excellent deli Drewish + Healdsburg Bagel Co. – Artisan bagels and modern deli bites with a cult following
Bars & Breweries
The Bar at Dry Creek General Store - Old West-style bar with local character and stiff drinks Duke’s Spirited Cocktails - Craft cocktails with a cool, speakeasy vibe right on the plaza John & Zeke’s - Divey, no-frills bar for a local watering hole experience Fogbelt Station - Microbrewery with great IPAs and outdoor seating Russian River Brewing (Windsor) - Legendary brewery known for Pliny the Elder and a big beer garden (great food too!) Lagunitas (Petaluma) - Iconic California brewery with live music and a fun taproom
Our Favorite Wineries
Ty Caton Tasting Room (Sonoma) – The family owned winery that truly jump started our love for wine. They feature mountain-grown wines with rich, powerful character. Well loved for their Cabernet Sauvignon Heitz Cellar (Napa) – The winery where Moore popped the question! Iconic Napa producer celebrated for classic, age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignon Pine Ridge Vineyards (Napa) – Initially drawn to their Chenin Blanc-Viognier white wine blend, we were led to appreciate the wonderful reds produced at Pine Ridge. Refined estate known for structured Cabernets and cave tastings Stag's Leap Wine Cellars (Napa) – Legendary winery behind a historic Cabernet that put Napa on the global wine map Domaine Carneros (Napa) – Elegant château-style winery renowned for sparkling wines and Pinot Noir. A very fun experience for sparkling wine tastings!
Wineries Local to Healdsburg
Francis Ford Coppola Winery (Geyserville) - Film-themed winery with a pool, great italian restaurant, and exhibits from Francis Ford Coppola’s films Paradise Ridge (Santa Rosa) - Scenic hilltop estate known for elegant Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and bold Cabernet Sauvignon. Open-air tasting terrace overlooking vineyards and art installations Jordan Vineyard & Winery - Bordeaux-style Cabernet and Chardonnay with a French-inspired château setting and beautifully manicured grounds J Vineyards & Winery - Known for sparkling wines (“Bubble Room” experience) and food pairings in a polished setting Mazzocco Winery - Zinfandel specialist with rich, single-vineyard wines, offering a relaxed, sun-soaked patio tasting experience Seghesio Family Vineyards - Historic producer of Zinfandel and Italian varietals, featuring a warm, welcoming courtyard perfect for lingering tastings Dry Creek Vineyard - Family-owned winery with charming grounds and diverse varietals of Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir
Napa & Sonoma Wineries
St. Supéry Estate Vineyards (Napa) - Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon in a refined, elegant tasting salon with a polished, estate ambiance Wellington Winery (Sonoma) - Cabernet, Zinfandel, and Bordeaux varietals served in an intimate, garden-style setting with a classic, low-key feel Rombauer Vineyards (Napa) - Known for lush Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Zinfandel, with a lively, garden-style tasting setting and sweeping valley views Landmark Vineyards (Sonoma) - Pinot Noir-focused, with a polished, tranquil lawn and patio ideal for relaxed tastings Imagery Estate Winery (Sonoma) - Creative small-lot wines in a contemporary tasting room with bold artwork and a laid-back outdoor patio St. Anne’s Crossing (Sonoma) - Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Rhône varietals enjoyed in a cozy, farmhouse-style tasting space with rustic charm
Downtown Healdsburg Tasting Rooms
Marine Layer - Stylish tasting room focused on cool-climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir Idlewild - Unique Italian varietals in a relaxed, modern space near the plaza Lioco – Minimalist tasting room pouring vibrant, terroir-driven California wines Marine Layer Wines – Coastal-inspired wines in a laid-back, modern tasting space Bloodroot Wines – Female-founded winery known for elegant, small-lot, food-friendly wines Maison Healdsburg – Chic collective tasting lounge featuring a curated mix of boutique wineries
Hikes & Bikes
Russian River Kayaking or Bike Rentals - Enjoy the outdoors with rentals for paddling or biking through wine country Fitch Mountain Hike – Scenic forested hike with panoramic views over the Russian River Lake Sonoma Trails – Peaceful lakeside trails perfect for hiking, biking, and nature escapes Spoke Folk Cyclery – Local bike shop offering stylish rentals for cruising wine country
Golf, Spas & Wellness
Windsor Golf Club – 18-hole course with a classic Wine Country charm Northwood Golf Club – Historic 9-hole course set among towering redwoods and designed by Alister MacKenzie Bennett Valley Golf Course – Player-friendly course with wide fairways and scenic valley views Foxtail Golf Club – 36-hole Wine Country facility with two distinct courses (North preferred) Links at Bodega Bay – Seaside links-style course with ocean views Eagle Vines Golf Club — Scenic Napa Valley course where rolling fairways wind through vineyards Park Point Health Club – Upscale fitness club with classes, tennis, & resort-style amenities Yoga on Center – Welcoming studio offering calming, community-driven yoga classes The Spa @ Hotel Healdsburg – Serene, garden-inspired spa known for signature wine country treatments The Spa @ The Madrona – Intimate, luxury spa experience with a refined, boutique feel The Spa @ The Montage – Ultra-luxe spa retreat with expansive facilities & elevated wellness rituals
San Francisco
Oracle Park – Waterfront ballpark with bay views and classic SF energy; catch a Giants game and try the garlic fries Fisherman’s Wharf – Lively waterfront known for seafood, sea lions, and bay views; don’t miss fresh Dungeness crab Golden Gate Bridge – Iconic red suspension bridge with panoramic views; walk it or view from Crissy Field Ghirardelli Square – Historic spot for chocolate, shopping, and waterfront charm Painted Ladies – Colorful Victorian homes overlooking Alamo Square Lombard Street – Famous winding street with flowers & city views Bay Cruise – Relaxing boat ride with skyline, bridge, and Alcatraz views (bring a sweatshirt) Golden Gate Park – Expansive park with gardens, museums, and trails Ferry Building – Bustling marketplace with top local food & artisans Embarcadero – Scenic waterfront for walking and biking Pacific Heights & Marina – Upscale areas with beautiful homes & Golden Gate views Coit Tower – Historic hilltop tower with sweeping city views & murals
Best Bites of SF & Other Local Recs
Scoma’s/Codmother Fish & Chips - Classic seafood on Fisherman’s Wharf La Taqueria - Best burritos in SF (Bride’s go to: Carne Asada Super Burrito) Boudin Bakery - Iconic SF sourdough known for bread bowls and clam chowder Little Lucca Sandwich Shop - Beloved deli famous for massive, flavor-packed sandwiches! Don’t skip out on the dutch crunch bread and the killer garlic and hot pepper sauces. (Bride’s fav: Turkey, Bacon, Pepper Jack on Dutch Crunch with ALLLL the fixins) Half Moon Bay - Charming seaside escape with dramatic cliffs, beaches, and coastal views. Walk Miramar Beach and explore the wharf. Highly recommend Half Moon Bay Brewing Co for lunch! Healdsburg Plaza - Charming downtown area with boutiques, art galleries, wine shops, and ice cream Healdsburg Farmers Market - Saturdays, 8:30 AM–12 PM; local produce, flowers, and artisan goods
