Sonoma Valley, CA|News|
Make Sonoma Late Again: The After Hours
Local slogan taps long-running limits on business hours, with a 10 p.m. ceiling shaped by permits and noise rules.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
CA Restaurants
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Little Saint's Farm-To-Community Hub Launches Saturday
The Healdsburg restaurant expands beyond plant-based dining into CSA, wine memberships, and, on top of cottages, a national TV project.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
From Bank Vault To Lamorinda Creekside Destination
Plans to turn a former bank building into creekside dining, nightlife, and community gathering spaces reshapes Orinda Village core.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
A Landlocked East Bay Yacht Club Drops Anchor Forever: The After Hours
For nearly three decades, the joke was part of the charm: a yacht club with no harbor, no marina and no water in sight.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Inn At Abbey Jackson Family 79-Room Hotel Complex Tests Napa Limits
April 28 Napa County Supervisors vote will decide if Jackson Family Investments proposal addresses concerns or preserves a larger project.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Get Dutch Door Donuts Before Shop Closes
This is the last weekend for Dutch Door donuts. The shop closes in Healdsburg Sunday.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Boots, Bottles, Bites, And Flame-Throwing Chefs: A Wine Country Spring Begins
A season of wine, community, and rituals takes shape starting this weekend with lessons on wine talk and a wild flame-throwing chef.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
The Cotati 8 Ball Tavern, Tri-Tip Trolley Join Forces Sunday: The After Hours
Tri-Tip Trolley will roll into the Cotati 8 Ball tavern Sunday. Both businesses are under new leadership.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|News|
Chick-Fil-A Opening Third Drive-Thru Focused Location In San Diego County
The drive-thru focused location will also offer carry-out, delivery, catering and outdoor seating.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Encinitas, CA|News|
New Wellness Café Opens Doors In Encinitas
The café features cold-pressed juices, smoothies, lattes, wellness shots, and grab-and-go foods made with organic, all-natural ingredients.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Famed — And Increasingly Controversial — Yountville Restaurant Faces Labor Lawsuit
A labor lawsuit adds new scrutiny to one of California’s most celebrated chefs who waded into a simmering housing debate in Yountville.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Upstart Food Trucks Clash With Downtown Lafayette Business Owners
Lafayette is taking the first steps to regulate food trucks along Mount Diablo Boulevard after complaints.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Healdsburg — A Two Donut Shop, Wine Country Town
Two donut shops, one town, and a debate that reveals how a few sprinkles can shape a town's identity.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
When The Petaluma Chef Showed Up With A French Leek Story On Morning TV
Brigitte Bistro Chefs Shares Petaluma love and recipes on TV news in celebration of Francophonie Month.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
'North Italia' Restaurant Celebrates Diablo Valley Site With Festive Debut
Italian chain launches first Bay Area location at Plaza Escuela with DJ, Vespa photo backdrop, and community donation.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Sake Crawl Brings Rice Brew To These Wine Country Streets
The Sunday tasting event sends participants on a multi-stop sake tour through downtown Healdsburg.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
New Bar Invites Orinda To Sip And Stay Out Later: The After Hours
Sorso opening on Theatre Square could make Orinda "a little more interesting" with cocktails, wine, small plates, and conviviality.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Across California|News|
This Is The Best Sandwich Joint In CA, New List Says
This shop makes sandwiches with bold flavors and modern creativity that non-vegans love, according to a recent ranking.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Walnut Creek Opens Arms To Italian Restaurant No. 15
Walnut Creek is readying to welcome an 8,500-square-foot Italian-inspired restaurant with seating for more than 200.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Sonoma Valley, CA|News|
Unlock These Secret $15 Wine Country Tastings
Beginning Sunday, more than 50 wineries, restaurants, and hotels are offering $15 special tastings.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|News|
Denny's To Celebrate San Diego Remodel With Special Deals And Giveaways
As part of the celebration, customers can enjoy one-day-only deals on classic Denny's menu items.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across California|News|
National Restaurant Chain With Many CA Eateries Closing Hundreds Of Locations
A well-known restaurant chain will be shuttering hundreds of locations in the next few months. Get the details here.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Wildomar McDonald's Grand Opening This Weekend
The first 100 guests will receive a free Big Mac or cone. Saturday events include a petting zoo and family fun. See all that's planned.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
The Countdown Begins: When Massés Will Serve The Last Round
No matter who wins the Big Game, Feb. 8 will make the end of an era for Massés Walnut Creek sports fans.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
7 Of The Best Places To Watch The Big Game In Petaluma
Where To Watch The Big Game In Petaluma.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
21 Of The Best Places To Watch The Big Game In Napa Valley
Where To Watch The Big Game In Napa Valley.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Hotel Healdsburg Meets True West Cinema: Dinner, Movie, And A Sleepover
A discount package includes hotel, dinner, and a movie at True West Cinema, with wine and popcorn — in proper glassware of course.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Famed Sommelier Adds Serious New Wine Destination To Sonoma Coast
A veteran sommelier announced plans to open an ambitious Sonoma Coast Wine Bar in Jenner next to a beloved café.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
A Menu That Reads Like A Winter Love Letter To Sonoma County At Chef's Dinner Friday
The Matheson is hosting a one-night-only chef’s dinner on Friday with refined-yet-soulful twists.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Hendo's Barrel House Happy Hour Menu Gets Rave Reviews, Big Game Event Selling Fast
If you're looking for a great happy hour spot with friends or family, might we direct your attention to Temecula's latest go-to spot.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Nearly $50K Raised In Shots For Tots Campaign By Local Restaurateurs 1909, Toast Temecula
Yes, you can change the world with a shot. Toast and 1909 donated nearly $50,000 in the 6th Annual Holiday Shots for Tots fundraiser.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Temecula Restaurant Ranks High In Top 100 US Restaurant List In 2026
This restaurant ranked in the top 25 of 100 surveyed by the review site. It's the 13th annual showcase of top dining options in the nation.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Hooters In Healdsburg? Not So Fast...(But Rohnert Park OK)
For a brief, baffling moment, it looked like Healdsburg’s vacant Rite Aid might be getting a Hooters.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Where Coffee Meets Community: Sideboard Owners Named Best By Lafayette Chamber
Sideboard owners Erin and Ford Andrews were named 2026 Lafayette Chamber of Commerce "Business Persons of the Year."
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
A Later Last Call, Pet MRIs: Up For Review Thursday At Planning Commission
Walnut Creek Planning commissioners will review two proposals for an MRI pet clinic and after hours cocktails on Thursday, Jan. 22.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Where To Watch The Big Game In Petaluma
From casual bars to lively breweries, here are a few places to cheer, snack and settle in for the Feb. 8 showdown.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|News|
Popular Juice And Coffee Bar Opening New San Diego Location
The Danish-born juice and coffee brand serves coffee, cold-pressed juices, smoothies, breakfast bowls and flatbread sandwiches.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Diamonds In The Dirt: Napa Truffle Festival Begins Today
Napa Truffle Festival starts today with dogs, science, and seriously fancy fungi.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Early-Stage Farmers At Saturday H2Hotel-Spoonbar Pop-up Market: Sip, Nibble, Meet The FARMpreneurs
h2hotel will partner with FARMpreneurs to host a two-week pop-up market and photography exhibition in January, highlighting local farmers.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
San Diego Restaurant Week: Piper To Offer Special Coastal Dining Experience
Patch is spotlighting some of the restaurants participating in San Diego Restaurant Week, including Piper at The Seabird Resort.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
