Our Favorite Downtown Spot: 🍻 Brewsters Beer Garden – Great vibes, outdoor seating, and an awesome beer selection Other Downtown Favorites: ☕️ Della Fattoria Café – Charming and cozy with amazing pastries 🥐 Wild Goat Bistro – Great for a relaxed brunch 🍝 Risibisi – Elevated Italian cuisine 🥩 Seared – Known for their steaks and cocktails 🌿 Central Market – Farm-to-table California fare 🍷 Cucina Paradiso – Cozy and romantic Italian 🍹 Ayawaska – Vibrant Peruvian food and drinks 🦪 The Shuckery – Fresh oysters and seafood 🍔 McNears – Lively bar & grill with local charm Local Breweries (Just a Few Minutes Away): 🍻 Lagunitas Brewing Company – A Petaluma classic 🍻 HenHouse Brewing – Unique local brews and a fun atmosphere A Little Further Out (But Worth the Drive!): 🧀 Marin French Cheese Co. – The oldest cheese company in the U.S., with a scenic picnic area 🍺 Russian River Brewing Company (Windsor) – World-famous craft beers, including Pliny the Elder
Petaluma is just the beginning of countless incredible wineries stretching through Sonoma and beyond. Explore some of the best vineyards in the world, all just a short drive away. Closest to Petaluma: 🍷 Viansa Winery – Gorgeous hilltop views and classic Sonoma wines 🍇 Jacuzzi Family Vineyards – Old-world charm with Italian varietals 🥂 Gloria Ferrer – Known for sparkling wines and stunning terrace tastings
Dillon Beach and Bodega Bay are both cozy seaside towns about 30-45 minutes from Petaluma, perfect for fresh seafood, beach walks, tide pooling, and gorgeous ocean views.
BottleRock Napa Valley — a popular music festival — will be happening May 22–26, 2026. While you'll miss Friday (sorry!), there's still plenty of fun to be had on Saturday and Sunday. It’s the perfect way to start summer: live music, wine, food, and sunshine in the heart of Napa!