The Plaza Bistro

Name: The Plaza Bistro
Address: 420 First Street East, Sonoma, CA, United States, 95476
Telephone: (707) 996-4466
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

426 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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The Plaza Bistro an eatery in a historic building on the Square in downtown Sonoma. Open Everyday, Appetizers, Daily Chef Specials, Entrees, Full Bar, Salads, Select Boutique Wines.

We provide the perfect blend of service, food and Italian bistro atmosphere for a relaxed meal in the heart of California wine country.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 28, 2022

10:00 p.m.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(707) 996-4466

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–8:45 pm
Phone number
(707) 996-4466
Website
http://theplazabistro.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Private party contact
Martin Chavez: (707) 996-4466

Location
420 First Street East Sonoma, CA 95476
Neighbourhood
Sonoma
Cross Street
Spain Street
Parking Details
We are located at the heart of the city of Sonoma with plenty of parking.
Public Transit
There is public transportation within walking distance.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Local Artisan Cheese Board
Point Reyes Blue, Vella's Mezzo Secco and Marin French Brie, grilled sausage, stone ground mustard and grilled bread
- Sm.US$18.00
- Lg.US$25.00
Jamon SerranoUS$18.00
thinly sliced Spanish ham, Manchego cheese, cornichon, mixed olives and tomato concasse and grilled bread
Pan Roasted SweetbreadsUS$18.00
mushrooms, fresh parsley, garlic and marsala sauce
CarpaccioUS$17.00
thinly sliced filet mignon, fennel and arugula salad, whole grain mustard aioli, capers, parmesan cheese and grilled bread
CalamariUS$16.00
lightly flour fried calamari with a side of spicy aioli
InvoltiniUS$15.00
grilled eggplant stuffed with goat cheese, basil and sun-dried tomatoes on marinara sauce topped with parmesan cheese

Salads

Roasted BeetsUS$15.00
baby greens, sliced fennel, green beans and sherry vinaigrette, goat cheese and toasted almonds
Iceberg WedgeUS$15.00
sliced cucumber, red grape tomatoes, carrot, red onions, bacon and butter milk-blue cheese dressing
MessinaUS$14.00
spinach, capers, tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, red onions, feta cheese and sherry vinaigrette
Classic CaesarUS$13.00
romaine hearts, the Bistro's homemade Caesar dressing, croutons, and grated parmesan cheese

Sandwiches

All sandwiches come with a choice of: french fries or mixed greens with citrus vinaigrette

HamburgerUS$17.00
grilled ½ lb. ground Chuck patty on a brioche bun
- With: Cheddar, Jack, BlueUS$19.00
Grilled Chicken BreastUS$17.00
with lettuce, avocado, sliced tomatoes, onions and spicy aioli on ciabatta
Grilled SalmonUS$18.00
bacon, baby arugula, sliced tomatoes with lemon garlic aiolion herb focaccia
Sicilian SausageUS$18.00
with sautéed bell peppers and onions, provolone cheese, spicy aioli on ciabatta

Entrées

6oz. Sliced Grilled New York SteakUS$33.00
over mashed potatoes, sautéed spinach and red wine sauce
Chicken PiccataUS$26.00
chicken breast scaloppini sautéed with white wine, capers and lemon butter sauce, mashed potatoes and sautéed spinach
Prawns ProvencalUS$32.00
sautéed prawns with lemon, white wine and garlic butter sauce with saffron risotto and julienne vegetables
Grilled SalmonUS$33.00
on capellini pasta with garlic and olive oil, vegetables and sun-dried tomato and Kalamata olive tapenade
Mushroom RavioliUS$25.00
portabello mushroom and ricotta filled ravioli with pork and beef Bolognese and shredded parmesan cheese
GnocchiUS$24.00
with choice of arugula-almond pesto, marinara or Bolognese sauce

Sides

2-Dinner Rolls and ButterUS$3.00
4-Dinner Rolls and ButterUS$5.00
3-4oz Grilled SalmonUS$12.00
Mashed PotatoesUS$9.00
Grilled PrawnsUS$12.00
Grilled Chicken BreastUS$8.00
Sautéed SpinachUS$9.00
Sautéed VegetablesUS$9.00

What 426 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.2Ambience
4.2Value

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Tomk
San Francisco
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was excellent as usual. Staff was friendly.
TB
TomB
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Good food, good service
C
marciaC
Los Angeles
36 reviews
vip
4.0
36 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Consistently good food and friendly service. Love the salmon sandwich!!
JP
JimP
Palm Springs
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Our first time eating here will not be our last. We shared a wedge salad which was fresh and tasty-excellent buttermilk/bleu cheese dressing, and each had chicken piccata which was superior. The chicken was beyond tender. The entire meal was so very tasty and the service was solid. The only glitch was our order of two rolls was forgotten but they were not needed given the excellent meal.
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pumpkin
San Francisco
42 reviews
5.0
42 reviews
Dined on May 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
ate lamb chops as a special for the evening, was wonderful!
DA
DaveA
Minneapolis
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We have always had great food and service here. Have been here about 10 times. Only concern is the wine prices are getting a little high. Would highly recommend
GG
GregoryG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed the dining very much. The food, cheese board and entrees were great. It was wonderful to see Hector still there, he is the best. Greg
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RaymondE
San Francisco
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Great service. Delicious entree. Proper proportions.
JE
JulianE
San Francisco
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience4
Tasty food in a cozy environment. Service was very prompt and friendly.
DL
DaleL
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful service, food and people who work there. Thank you
OT
OpenTable Diner
Des Moines
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our server Hector was kind and attentive. Great find ! Food was fresh and delicious!
JS
JoannaS
Dallas
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 26, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience4
The food was great, but I don’t think they expected to be as busy as they were on a Monday night. I’m glad we made a quick reservation, because they started turning people away shortly after we were seated. The server was not as attentive as he could’ve been and it took awhile to just get our drink orders in, but the restaurant was full. Once we started receiving drinks and food, everything was correct and delicious.
C
Chooser
San Francisco
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience3
Food was okay, not great. Service was fair not great.
A
Agelessfit
San Francisco
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on April 13, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Ate at the bar and the bartender was so wonderful. She made us feel like we were one of the locals. Food was excellent, hot and ample portions. A neighborhood gem we will visit again next time we come up from the Bay Area.
PT
PenniT
San Francisco
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place..great food. Fresh ingredients and a nice bar area as well we can try next time !
OT
OpenTable Diner
Seattle
10 reviews
vip
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience5
Visiting wine country and I had higher expectations - rigatoni was mediocre and burger was just “meh.”
C
marciaC
Los Angeles
37 reviews
vip
4.0
37 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Love the salmon sandwich- done perfectly!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food & service! Thank you Hector!
JA
JADA
Los Angeles
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 29, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
It was OK. The service was very good. We ordered the eggplant appetizer, a shrimp dish, and chicken piccata. The eggplant could have been seasoned better. The goat cheese made it too tangy. The shrimp was just over on the cook. The chicken was pretty good. The owner greeted a larger party but ignored us. Kindof rude. We gave the waiter a compliment to the gal behind the bar. Instead of saying "thank you" she made a joke. Uncomfortable.
a
anthony
San Francisco
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 21, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
A consistent, high standard of cuisine, attentive service and good value. Becoming one of our go-to restaurants.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
21 reviews
vip
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great outdoor seating. They opened and adjusted the umbrella to cover our table. The frito misto was amazing especially the fried onions. We paid extra for rolls which were average.
A
Awts
San Francisco
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Service was a little slow once we sat down. Our sautéed spinach sat too long on the counter and was almost cold once we got it. Otherwise the food was excellent- chicken piccata, salmon and prawns
DR
DianeR
Portland
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
Had lunch and sat indoors. Spacing between tables was good. Menu options for sandwiches was limited to 3 items. The other menu items were heavier and more appropriate for evening meal.
OA
OAN123
Atlantic City
43 reviews
vip
4.0
43 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great food and service in a nice atmosphere. Nice bar too!
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Sunny
San Francisco
67 reviews
vip
4.0
67 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience3
It’s a slice if Italy. Food is incredibly fresh and flavorful. Relaxed atmosphere and friendly service. Menu is a little limited.
DB
DarrellB
Central Coast
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great seating, we were next to the window and could watch people walking around the Sonoma Plaza Enjoyed our lunch, everthing as expected
LV
LizVine
San Francisco
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had lunch here and we’re very impressed with excellent food and great service. I ordered the salmon and it was delicious.
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Foxy
San Francisco
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a lovely time! The food was excellent, the service great! Will return soon.
k
kimf
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Everything we ordered was good. Love the staff and the low key vibe
d
dance
San Francisco
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 2, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
One of the last old school spots in Sonoma serving excellent good and wine at an affordable prices A very pleasant waitress who recommended the Bread and Butter pudding The interior could probably do with a few decor upgrades but overall a good spot
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Sunny
San Francisco
67 reviews
vip
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The Eldorado Hotel recommended this restaurant to us. We were not familiar with it, but decided to give it a try. We had a delicious lunch!! We felt like we were back in Italy. Everything was so fresh and very delicious!! We will be back in Sonoma soon and will definitely make reservations for dinner.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Before a concert at the Sebastiani theater
ML
MarkL
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a place where you immediately feel comfortable with the staff, food and the attractive bar with an old brick wall. Inside seating or outside on the street over looking the Sonoma Square is a perfect relaxing scene. Salads, meats, seafood - its all good. Thanks Plaza Bistro
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Ashley
E. Tennessee
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great food and ambiance for a date night! Dishes are small.
C
Choosy
New England
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
An excellent meal. Risotto was delicious. Only complaint was a little too much salad dressing on pear and lettuce salad.
BS
BjornS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful Valentine’s dinner. A full restaurant was so nice to see. A second seating waiting. No Covid trouble. The shrimp risotto was so delicate. We are going back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2022
overall1food1service3ambience4
Valentines lunch.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
4 reviews
vip
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2022
overall3food1service2ambience4
Ordered a Caesar salad and two pastas. The Caesar salad was fine though the waiter did not give us forks or napkins. He gave us spoons with which to eat the salad. And the two pasta dishes we got were not tasty at all. I ate a little bit of mine and my guest stopped eating after one bite.
S
Sipan
San Francisco
22 reviews
vip
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2022
overall4food1service3ambience3
Food is tasteless! I don’t know if their kitchen had run out of salt or what. They have a perfect location in the middle of the square and that is about it.
GG
GeneG
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 12, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
The food was good but nothing too memorable. Really liked the olive oil they use!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

The Plaza Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (707) 996-4466.

The Plaza Bistro is rated 4.5 stars by 426 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 28, 2022

10:00 p.m.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(707) 996-4466

420 First Street East Sonoma, CA 95476

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Spain Street
Neighbourhood
Sonoma
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–8:45 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
We are located at the heart of the city of Sonoma with plenty of parking.
Public Transit
There is public transportation within walking distance.
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://theplazabistro.com/
Phone number
(707) 996-4466
Private party contact
Martin Chavez: (707) 996-4466

The Plaza Bistro

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Chicken Piccata

Risotto

Grilled Salmon

Small Plates

Local Artisan Cheese Board

Jamon SerranoUS$18.00

Pan Roasted SweetbreadsUS$18.00

CarpaccioUS$17.00

CalamariUS$16.00

InvoltiniUS$15.00

Salads

Roasted BeetsUS$15.00

Iceberg WedgeUS$15.00

MessinaUS$14.00

Classic CaesarUS$13.00

Sandwiches

HamburgerUS$17.00

Grilled Chicken BreastUS$17.00

Grilled SalmonUS$18.00

Sicilian SausageUS$18.00

Entrées

6oz. Sliced Grilled New York SteakUS$33.00

Chicken PiccataUS$26.00

Prawns ProvencalUS$32.00

Grilled SalmonUS$33.00

Mushroom RavioliUS$25.00

GnocchiUS$24.00

Sides

2-Dinner Rolls and ButterUS$3.00

4-Dinner Rolls and ButterUS$5.00

3-4oz Grilled SalmonUS$12.00

Mashed PotatoesUS$9.00

Grilled PrawnsUS$12.00

Grilled Chicken BreastUS$8.00

Sautéed SpinachUS$9.00

Sautéed VegetablesUS$9.00

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Cleaning & sanitising

Physical distancing

Screening

FAQs

Does The Plaza Bistro offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Plaza Bistro restaurant rated?

Is The Plaza Bistro currently accepting bookings?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Dining areas

Additional information