Valley

All-around excellent.
This is my vibe for a restaurant. Very chic, small, and lit by low light and candles throughout.
And then there’s the food. Wow it’s so good. Went with three others so we were able to share a great many of their plates, of which I imagine change over regularly.
Service was wonderful.
One of my favorite meals in quite some time.
Bravo!

Really fantastic flavor combinations. We tried most of the menu and I really liked the melon salad and the peanut noodle dish, but everything was really delicious. The French toast was perfectly done, the salad was fresh and delicious, the sandwiches were on fresh buns and were well made. This place clearly has a passionate chef with a good understanding of flavor.

The most darling eatery/wine bar in Sonoma. I believe their menu changes frequently— My friend and I loved their chilled tofu dish with peanut sauce & chili crisp and brussel sprouts with fish sauce & parm. The olive oil cake is worth the trip in itself. Will be back next time I’m in Sonoma.

Just by chance we walked in. What a great move because we just landed in Sonoma and we’re so hungry. They sat us and got us coffee and Cava. The cute small special place was warm and just so inviting. Staff was on par as well. We ordered the chilaquiles ( No Pictures because we ate so fast) and by far the best I’ve had ever….. this is a must try place that is tucked away in the Sonoma plaza….

Valley is a new bistro style cafe/restaurant that’s a nice surprise! Casual and welcoming! A well-chosen wine selection, unique food and culinary creations that are satisfying and stir the tastebuds. Stumbled in for a scrumptious afternoon tea; Valley’s pastry selections were excellent and original. I want to go back for dinner. Dinner begins at 5PM. Indoor and outdoor seating. A very pleasant patio space in back. Street parking in front. Being right at the plaza in one of the historical buildings adds to its charm and ambiance. Service and attention to detail is outstanding.

Labor Day weekend 2022: Valley was fantastic. We came in without a reservation with four adults and a child. They sat us near the entrance which ended up perfect because the traffic entertained our 17 month old. The food that was being served was brunch and it was delicious. We ordered the fried green tomato sandwich, French toast, fried eggs with peppers and sausage - and we recommend ALL THE THINGS. We even ordered pastries to go for the next morning (photo). We recommend and will be back! My aunt even liked the vibe of the bathroom and required I go check it out. 🙃 Very cool vibes.

Update 1 year later: hasn’t changed. Amazing food. Friendly staff. Aesthetics on point. The food is so good. We had an olive oil cake that was to die for! Everything was delicious.

I had no expectations concerning this lovely restaurant, but realized it was a gem. The two owners came to our tablle because the gentleman I was with had brought back a lovely bottle of wine from Portugal. We all tasted it, and that was the beginning of a truly Michelin level of dining. I had the haddock while my partner had the beef. The meal was exquisite from the bread offered from a local individual to the sumptuous food.
It checked all the boxes necessary for a fabulous night in downtown Sonoma.
Thank you!
Janice….. in France

Such a cute space. A little weird going up to order but the food is delicious. XO egg is worth it, cumin lamb was a favorite and the fried chicken was crunchy and juicy. Didn't love the shrimp roll but others might.

Unique, welcoming and laid back place to get a spectacular and healthy brunch - one of the best, in an area that already spoils us with good food options. As locals, we keep coming back for the evolving menu and great atmosphere - can’t go wrong with Valley!

Have been wanting to try this place but for some reason or another I keep postponing a visit. It’s hands down the best dinner I have had in a long time. Small plates for sharing and I don’t know what was better…every dish outshined the last. Don’t let the limited menu scare you or don’t be worried if you think the small plates won’t fill you up…THEY DO!

Fantastic experience for dinner. The food was fresh and flavorful, and the service was exceptional. Can't wait to return!

Adorable place!

Ambient:
Relaxed, ampious, welcoming, non-pretentious.

Food:
I can always tell if I am going like a restaurant from their bread and their coffee. This place scores high on both.
I truly loved the fried artichokes - delicious!

Wine:
They have an ample selection to choose from. Ask for advice, staff is knowledgeable.

I would totally recommend stopping here if you happen to be in the area.

Visiting the Bay Area on a trip with my mom and we had such a wonderful meal at Valley! Absolutely delicious dinner and wine (get the bread and butter — totally worth it!) plus nice ambiance and thoughtful service. Would be a regular if I lived in the area! Highly recommend.

Creative and tasty dishes. We ordered crispy rice with poke and fried chicken sandwich 🥪. Paired with dry sparkling wine. interiors are cool and relaxed.

Great food, excellent service in a laid back atmosphere! We loved it!! Also tempting baked goods and wine selection!

Dang good and very close to 5 stars for us. We had brunch. It was simple yet complex at the same time. We thought the food and service were spot on. Prices are completely reasonable for the quality. We will definitely be back and highly recommend a visit for newcomers.

Updated: 11/29/2021 went for dinner. Delicious. Great atmosphere, cozy, romantic. This place is top 5 in town for us for sure. Excellent service as well. Changing to 5 stars!

Let me tell you right now, you won’t be disappointed with their wine selection. They have amazing wines that you can buy by the bottle or they have wines by the glass. Currently as I’m writing this they have outdoor seating in the back patio and in front. If you can make reservations days ahead, trust me on this. We got lucky this night while we were in the area and wanted to try this place out and the staff was super nice. They put us on the waitlist and honestly most people will add their name on the waitlist and find another place to eat instead of waiting.

The food was AMAZING. The trout was perfectly cooked and the skin was a surprise crispy treat. Everything paired so well together even the Rosé we ordered for the table. My wife had the Braised pork and our friend that tagged along had the half Chicken. This place won’t disappoint, so I recommend trying it now before it’s hard to get in.

Such a great new addition to the Sonoma Square. Great, creative food, super charming ambiance, and the friendliest people. We felt very safe the whole time - social distanced tables, protected table mats / silverware and efficient ordering systems in place to keep everyone feeling good eating out.

We ordered the olives, shishito peppers, the lettuces, eggplant, and the sausage. Everything tasted super fresh. Especially loved the dressing over the eggplant and the roasted grapes that accompanied the sausage.

Last but not least - amazing wine menu with some local and natural gems. We will be back again very soon!

Such a gem of a place, you would never know based on the humble exterior. The back patio is such a #mood, great wine list and the food is scrumptious. #chefskiss. The staff are all so friendly and attentive. And did I mention the food is spectacular? :P (Had the poached eggs with beans and tostada)

Innovative food and ownership and staff are top notch. Menu is small but everything is incredible. A neighborhood gem. We had breakfast, lunch and dinner!