El Dorado Kitchen

Absolutely outstanding from start to finish. Everything was great — the food, the service, and the atmosphere. What truly impressed me was how even the simplest dishes were elevated to something memorable. The beet salad, which sounds very simple on the menu, was incredibly fresh, perfectly balanced, and full of flavor. The squash soup was just incredible — rich, comforting, and beautifully executed. The service was attentive and warm without being intrusive, and the ambiance made the entire experience feel relaxed yet special. Highly recommend — we will definitely be back.

My wife booked this and my only question was, what is Californian restaurant mean? Well the answer to that question was answered by the food, it doesn’t matter. We were seated promptly and even greated with a nice little card to start off as it was our anniversary. We started off with some prosecco and got starters you have to get the burrata with that huckleberry marmalade and hit of garlic cloves. Still dreaming about it. We had that with their mixed green salad that was set off by the wonderful hit of goat cheese. For main course my wife had what had to be the best scallops we ever cream sauce. I went in on the paella that came with shrimp, calamari, mussels and chorizo and the rice that was all perfectly seasoned and portioned. To top it all we finished off with a crème brûlée and the entire course with a fabulous County Lin Pinot noir. Man all the food came out on time in order and to please. The staff just as equally great and pleasant as the food. Mario was our waiter and the star of the night, even pairing perfectly our desert to the wine we were drinking.

Had lunch here recently and had a great experience! All the dishes were wonderful. Ordered a toasted squash with tofu and lentil dish that was fantastic!!(peppers on the side please). Had a salad, that I split with my partner and they kindly divided it up between us. Also had the shrimp tacos that were also really good. The drinks from the bar were very good too. They have some nice patio dining but we didn’t have reservations so sat inside. I will definitely be back. It also has a nice interior.

Wow… every single bite here was special, but the hamachi appetizer stole the show. It was so good it felt like an angel infused every bite with something magical. Paired with the seafood entrée? Next-level amazing

Chef Navarro had an amazing Thanksgiving menu. The wagu beef carpaccio was amazing and the Turkey meal was awesome. Such tasty gravy. And we loved the pumpkin pie. Really delightfully surprised. Lily our server was so nice and thoughtful as well as all the servers and bussers. Very attentive, making sure our glasses were never empty and plates were taken at the right times.

Everything about this restaurant is above and beyond. The service is excellent and you can tell the food is cooked with passion. Not one meal lacked in taste. Even the fries are delicious!

Beautiful outdoor patio and cozy indoor space. The food is always excellent! Luncheon tostada is my favorite. Others really enjoy the short rib bowl and salmon. Will keep returning!

This place was recommended to me, and now I highly recommend it as well! The mushroom salad was good with the earthy taste of the mushrooms shining through. The standout dish was undoubtedly the seafood paella – hands down the best I've had outside of Spain! The seafood was incredibly fresh, and the rice was infused with a rich, savory flavor that left me wanting more. Just had to dessert. The chocolate tart was delicious – decadent, rich, and perfectly balanced with some pecan nuts, and caramelized citrus fruit on top. Not too sweet, just pure chocolate bliss! The service was top-notch, attentive, and knowledgeable. Our server made excellent recommendations

Holiday Date night with friends. Step into El Dorado Kitchen, where culinary magic happens under the talented hands of Executive Chef Armando Navarro! With a menu that celebrates local, seasonal ingredients, each bite is a delightful adventure. STARTERS *Beet Salad *Burrata *Roasted Maitake Mushrooms *Truffle Fries DRINKS *Espresso Martini *Irish Coffee *Brut Rose *Pinot Noir ENTREES *Grilled Salmon *Filet Mignon *Mushroom Risotto *Pork Chop *Flat Iron Steak Frites DESSERTS *Molten Chocolate Cake *Apple Blueberry Crisp *House Made Ice Cream With a charming ambience, atmosphere, and attentive service, El Dorado Kitchen is a must-visit for food lovers seeking an unforgettable dining experience. Staff: A special thank you to Sam for his outstanding service.

I was hosting a group of 16 people for a day of wine tasting in the Sonoma area and we came here for dinner. We did arrange group dining with them ahead of time. We sat in the main dining room and ordered off the regular menu but we were well taken care of. We had a food & beverage minimum to meet and ended up taking home a bunch of bottles of wine to get closer to the minimum amount. We all enjoyed our food and drinks. Service was good as well. I started with the Potato leek soup: house made croutons, smoked salmon, olive oil, chives. This was really delicious. Nice flavor. My VP ate the smoked salmon off the top as I don't like it. He enjoyed it. For my entree, I had the SEARED SCALLOPS: golden raisins, citrus, capers, almonds, spinach, yukon gold potatoes, cauliflower curry purée. This was really tasty. The scallops were cooked nicely and I loved all the other items in the dish. Overall a really nice dinner. And a great location right on Sonoma Square.

You know I like EDK but this visit will be especially helpful to those of you looking for something special that in my view is the best in the area for that special occasion. EDK has been going through some renovation as of late so make reservations to make sure they are open. It's a pleasant dinning room with excellent patio when weather permits. It's loud from time to time depending on who's having a wedding in town or what graduation is being celebrated. We had been discussing and comparing caviar service with the owner of a top restaurant in town and the owner said EDK had the best. Well how could we resist. Our waiter was the best. Allowed us to enjoy a cocktail before having to place our order and attentive without being overbearing throughout the evening. He even brought a bucket for the Schramsburg Blanc de Noir without our having to request it and kept our glasses filled at all times to the last drop. When it came time for the caviar service it arrived with warm Bellinis. You have the option of ordering extra but we held off which turned out to be a great strategy because when we required more they came out quickly and were warm again! The caviar was golden osetra, excellent served at the top of a mountain of ice with its own serving spoon so as not to be contaminated by a silver or stainless steel spoon. At the base if the ice mountain were ample amounts of each accoutrement to make each Bellini an explosion of unique tastes in you mouth. Egg whites, egg yokes, chives, shallots creme fresh and something I had not seen included before, tomato. It was spectacular. So if you can't get to Michael Mina's Restaurant at the Bellagio in Las Vegas, EDK caviar service is an excellent second choice! It will not disappoint.

After doing a tasting nearby at Buena Vista Winery we were ready for food! This was one of the recommendations that we got from our host. We were seated right away. Service was quite fabulous! Food was delicious! Can't say I would drive here for the sole purpose of eating at this spot but if I'm in the area I would definitely return. I had the chicken sandwich. it was crispy and flavorful with juicy meat

Date: Saturday, November 17th, 2024 Time: 11:15am Party of: 6 adults, 1 child Meal: Breakfast / Brunch / Lunch Reservation Made: via OpenTable about 2 weeks prior *Ham Omelette ($22) *Flat Iron Steak ($39) *Brunch Pizza ($22) *Bowl Soup ($14) x2 *Salmon ($36) *Vegan Plate ($25) *Fritto Misto ($20) *Truffle Fries ($14) *Kid's Pizza ($14) *Bloody Mary ($16) *Cleary Sour ($18) *Paloma ($15) x4: Well Tequila ($11) x2 *Lemonade ($4.50) *Pellegrino ($7.50) Our group was going wine tasting and wanted to grab a bite beforehand. After looking around at nearby spots, I decided on El Dorado Kitchen. (I've had brunch here prior, back in 2021.) It was rather easy to find a rezzie two weeks in advance, so no need to plan ahead much if you'd like to dine here. We were seated at their long communal table and had the end furthest away from the entrance. There was plenty of space between us and the party on the other end, so it didn't feel like we were really sharing a table. Food wise, my party loves fries. And when I say loves, they tend to order multiples to share. Since my steak came with regular fries, we only got one order of the truffle fries. (We were originally going to get two additional orders of fries to share between four people.) They were fried nicely and came with parmesan and chives. I didn't get much of a truffle aroma / flavor tho. The steak I ordered was cooked perfectly temp wise. A nice rare plus. We had a vegetarian at the table and he seemed to enjoy the soup. Another in our party tends to stick to healthier options and got the vegan plate and soup as well. He said the vegan plate was a big portion. I tried the brunch pizza toppings and they were fine. Drinks wise, I like my cocktails dark and boozy. I completely missed the note about the whisky sour being clear. I did not enjoy this. It tasted like a light watery syrup with a hint of liquor. So not my jam. My follow up, a double paloma was much better. Definitely enjoyed this more. Our server was great. Tho I think she had a bit too many tables as she was always at a different table taking orders, etc. We had told her we had a wine appointment at 1:30pm which she noted. When it came time to get the bill and pay, it was harder to flag her down. Convenient and easy place to grab a meal before wine tasting in Sonoma. REVIEW #3627

I recently dined at El Dorado Kitchen for a friend's birthday and was extremely impressed by the service. The team helped get us seated early when we arrived ahead of schedule, recognized the occasion without drawing attention, and helped my friend's parents cover our first round of drinks even though they weren't present. One of my friends has celiac and the team was attentive to this. Now for the food. The drink menu offered creative cocktails as well as a full bar for staple drinks. I got a brown butter old fashioned that is definitely worth a try if you're an old fashioned fan. We started with a Caesar salad and Brussels sprouts for the table. The Brussels were AMAZING and the salad was tasty, though not my favorite presentation. I ordered the steak frites, which compared to how my friends enjoyed their dishes I wouldn't necessarily recommend. The fries were incredibly basic for the price and the steak was slightly undercooked (fine by me honestly, but not for everyone) and somewhat tough. It was still tasty, but I think for this menu there are better choices. Everyone else loved their dishes and everything in the restaurant smelled amazing.

Service was great even on a super busy post-holiday Friday....food was good, everything was very good - it was very warm inside ....we were seated in the front room which a place we have never sat - ambience was just 'ok'. Tostada had way too much chicken thigh meat - I would have loved half the amount of chicken breast.... Still tasty but small not great piece of avocado. Shrimp tacos were great and crispy and flavorful!

This spot was one of our favorite breakfasts on our Sonoma trip. It's a small, intimate dining space with great natural light. The breakfast menu is simple but effective. No syrups or flavorings offered for coffee, but their mocha is excellent- not too sweet. I got the buttermilk waffles, which were tender and came with bananas and whipped cream- perfect sweet tooth satisfier. My boyfriend got the short rib hash, which was a delicious combination of vegetables, short rib, and seasoned greens. The dressing on the greens was a bit salty, but that was the only thing that was a miss for us. Food was delicious and service was attentive but not overbearing. Would definitely return to try more!

Enjoyed my first time experience at EDK thanks to Cynthia & her recommendations ! Great service, everyone was attentive and polite. Haven't had a better espresso martini in a long time ! All the food was flavorful and satisfactory. Mellow low lit ambiance. Would definitely come back for more.

Stopped in for lunch after picking up my wine club order. I had the tostada which I loved. My friend had the lobster sandwich that she enjoyed. Our server, Tsering, was delightful. I've been here once before, but didn't leave a review. There were three of us and we all enjoyed our meal. Salmon, beef and I couldn't tell you what the 3rd person had . I would come back.

We came here for a wedding rehearsal lunch, and it was quite delicious! The appetizers were a bit cold when we arrived despite having come early, but they were still delicious. I got the lobster roll which seemed a bit unconventional since it looked more like a sandwich and had bacon as well, but the lobster was juicy. The creme brulee also seemed more like a flan. The service was great though, and the ambiance was private and well-set-up!

Beautiful place to celebrate an anniversary! The seafood paella is to die for! Enough for 2 people. The dessert was delicious! Service was amazing and they were so attentive! Definitely will be coming back

Really love dining here! upscale offerings, food is prepared very well, great service, lovely interior, ambience is comfortable and not too busy, also have an outside patio that is lovely. Everyone we bring friends they love it!

I didn't actually realize that this place is also a hotel. After we got lucky with a park in the Sonoma Square, we walked across the street to El Dorado. When we entered yesterday I got an upscaled and modern kind of vibe to this place. We were struggling a little bit with trying to find breakfast around 9am so when we entered and saw a whole room empty we were happy for the availability. The hostess in front greeted us right away and sat us immediately. Our waiter offered us drinks and not much longer after that we were ordering. Overall I was very impressed with the experience. It's always a leap of faith to try a new restaurant and im just glad that per usual, the restaurant was as solid as the reviews. I did try a couple bites of my girls hash and thought it was tasty. My French Toast was pretty good as well. I think I enjoyed the texture of the bread the most. I always enjoy when the bread of French Toast is thicker than usual. The flavor was good too. The amount of syrup they give you is the perfect amount. The fact that you are able to have such good flavor with little syrup is a good sign for dish. Though there wasn't anything that blew me out the park, I really appreciated how carefully prepared everything was put together. I definitely would be curious to see what lunch or dinner would be like.

This was our second visit to this outstanding Sonoma restaurant and everything we ordered was a 10. Service was great appetizers were great ambience was perfect we really enjoy it here

Great atmosphere, open area and lots of seating. The food was super tasty. We tried the salmon, chicken and lots of other dishes. I had the jalepeno business for my drink and it was the perfect mix of spice and refreshing-ness. The service was pretty good too! Great place to try when in town!!

We went for lunch. I saw this restaurant on Happy Cow and lots of reviews mentioned a vegan bowl yet nothing on the lunch menu seems to be vegan. I was trying to piece together ingredients before speaking to the server and they said they "might" be able to add tofu to the tostada. I didn't see tofu on the menu at all but they did do a tofu tostada sans the dairy ingredients. It was good. I am not sure why they don't make a designated vegan entree when they do have tofu? Seems weird and after inviting 5 people here with me for lunch I was getting nervous when I didn't see this "vegan bowl" anywhere in sight. They have chickpeas in another dish (and sometimes tofu???) so all the ingredients seem to be there to charge us $29 for a vegan dish. The cocktails were good. The service was just ok. I'd skip when in town again and look for something better until they update their menu.

This place was absolutely perfect for dinner. We went out for a girls night and loved this place. The atmosphere is clean upscale that could be for an adult outing or a great date night, has an open kitchen concept. The service was great with our server being very attentive and gave great insight on some food choices. The food was 1000/10. We had a reservation but were sat right away. We started with espresso martini's 10/10- not to sweet and not to strong... it was perfect House made breads 10/10- perfect starter Pork belly 1000/10 - it was sooo good we ordered another. Spinach dip 10/10- yummy Short ribs 10/10- tender, plenty of flavor Brussels sprouts 10/10- perfect side dish and tasty I can't wait to be in town for me to eat here again. A must try.

The service was great, attentive and friendly. It was beautiful weather, so we chose to sit outside. We enjoyed our cocktails while waiting for our food, which didn't take too long. I ordered the lobster sandwich- it had bacon, caramelized onions, apple and jalapeño vinaigrette. The sandwich was served with fries. Excellent.

What a great place to eat right off the Square in Sonoma. We sat in the patio area outside. There was lots of umbrellas to make sure the sun wasn't beating down on us. We ordered cocktails and lunch and the lunch proportions on the entrées that we ordered were huge. We all left with a box with plenty of leftovers. The truffle fries were my favorite and a must have when I go back.

The place is located in downtown Sonoma near the square. The hotel was closed for renovations when we went but the restaurant was open. The place is really nice and elegant. Definitely a high end feel. Our waiter was great and service was excellent. This prices were a little on the high side; but the food was SO GOOD! We ordered: TRUFFLE FRIES: sprinkled with shaved Parmesan. Very tasty. Normally, I eat a few fries and I'm done; but I finished it off! BEET SALAD: I didn't see much dressing but I was surprised how tasty it was! All the beets were hidden under the arugula. BURRATA w/PESTO: This came with a few crostinis. This dish actually didn't have much taste. My friend and I was expecting a strong pesto taste but you couldn't taste anything. I don't know if the chef used something that neutralized the pesto but there really wasn't much taste. I love burrata so I still loved it. All the appetizers we got were delicious. I would come back here again.

Corey was amazing at the bar. His drinks were awesome and he was so personable! It was my birthday so we stayed for 2 days at the hotel. We will definitely be back! The whole experience was great! Just wish we could have gotten a late check out!

El Dorado Kitchen was able to accomodate our large party of 11 last minute, and for that I'm super thankful! We had a mishap with a reservation at a restaurant across the street (turns out we booked the wrong location, so totally our fault!) and we were stuck in downtown Sonoma with nowhere to go for dinner on a Saturday night. Luckily, El Dorado Kitchen was able to accomodate us! In a private room no less! The space was a really cute front room that looks to be used as a small bar typically. We ordered a bunch of things to share which ended up working well for us. Some favorites were the shishito peppers, burrata, and truffles fries. The spicy margarita was also a favorite Our server, Mike, did a fantastic job accommodating our large group, and was very friendly and welcoming! A friend and I shared the flat iron steak for our main. Unfortunately this missed the mark for me, it was a little bland. Despite this, we really enjoyed the rest of our meal and time at El Dorado Kitchen!

Really can't go wrong here with any of the food choices. Personal recommendation is the lobster roll. It's got a generous portion meat, in full chunks, not the cheap shredded stuff you'd find at most locations. Signature cocktails are expertly crafted and quite delicious. Indoor and outdoor seating available, I'd opt for the outdoor patio seating option every single time (assuming of course the weather is cooperating).

5/5. Great great service!!! The food was also amazing, and the area was so nice. The tuna tartar was to die for, The carpaccio was so good!!! But my absolute fav was the shiitake mushrooms!!!! I wanted to take a picture but didn't get the chance, I finished it to quick. Price was also fair, $180 for 2 people 3 appetizers 1 entree ( the paella is enough for 2 people).

This was our 2nd visit to El Dorado Kitchen. Last time I was left a bit underwhelmed by the food and drinks but the service was good. This time we had the inverse experience. My partner wanted to revisit ED on our trip to see if last time was an off night for the kitchen. This visit we were pleased with everything that we ordered, from the drinks to the main courses. Our drinks this time were excellent. Our starter was the ahi tuna tartare which was pretty standard but good. I had the filet mignon, which at first glance seemed a bit small but I left full. My partner had the seafood paella which was very generous in size. Everything was delish. Our server seemed very young and inexperienced (a bit immature perhaps). He took our order and got it right. Checked on us once, but that was it. No expanding on the offerings. Nothing approaching fine dining. He seemed more interested in socializing with his coworkers. The food was good but the "experience" making level of service was absent. 3.5 stars out of 5

Really good good and overall dining experience at El Dorado Kitchen. We ordered the Paella, Ahi Poke Bowl and Beet Salad and were very happy with each of them. Service was attentive and friendly and the overall ambiance was perfect for a lovely day in Sonoma. Recommend!

It had been years since our last visit to Sonoma, all we could remember is our delicious meal at EDK! When we planned our roadtrip to Sonoma Coast we made sure to include a lunch stop at EDK. This time we dined indoors, which allowed us to enjoy the lovely decor. Our server was friendly, and fantastic! Made some suggestions and allowed us enough time to see the menu. We ordered a bottle of rose Provençal to pair with our starter of shrimp ceviche and enjoyed our delicious risotto, EDK continues to be as delicious as the first time we tried it 9 years ago!

Lovely ambiance, great vespers, but the highlight was Daniel! So personable and sweet--can't recommend enough.

Apparently this is a Michelin restaurant. Came here for lunch while in Sonoma for wine tasting. I ordered the shrimp tacos and my friend got a veggie pasta. I really enjoyed my tacos, the shrimp was very crispy and fried to perfection. I wish they gave you three instead of two or maybe a side of rice or something. Just felt like something was missing.

I've been here many times and this place is a hidden gem IMO. The food is ALWAYS consistently good. My current favorite is their Paella. The crispy saffron rice makes this one shine along with the fresh seafood. I also had their waffle and fried chicken...also delish! And last but not least is their truffle fries. Must have with garlic aoili. Hotel El D is in the Sonoma Square so you can take a nice walk around the square to do some shopping or enjoy the park. Great location! The restaurant has a nice patio for when the days are beautiful, and plenty of seating inside. Big groups no problem here. The wait staff is top notch so no worries about service. If you want a place you can get great food, but not worried about getting a res this place is it. I hear dinner is even better. Highly recommend.

Good service and excellent food and drinks. The carpaccio was amazing, whiskey sour - we went back multiple days just for this drink, shrimp cocktail and short ribs were excellent.

As seasoned travelers and food enthusiasts, we loved the El Dorado Kitchen, this was one of the best dining experiences we've ever had. The braised short rib, beet salad, mushroom appetizers, and focaccia bread were outstanding. The service was exceptional--attentive and incredibly helpful. A must-visit for anyone in Sonoma; this gem is not to be missed!

My sister and I ate here a few days ago. It was delicious. They serve their own filtered water. It was some of the best water I've had at a restaurant. I guess I'm a water snob. We both had their chopped salad which was delicious! We took bacon off and added avocado. No additional charge. Oh, and we had truffle fries... oh my gosh those were amazing! We also had craft cocktails as shown in the picture. Definitely recommend this place. However, not cheap. Just like everything in Sonoma and Napa, it's definitely on the spends side but won't disappoint.

This was my first time going to the El Dorado Kitchen. What a lovely experience. We sat at a table located on the outside patio. It was surrounded by plants and trees. It was a beautiful day in Sonoma. We stayed for hours so as the sun warmed up the patio, the team of staff ensured the umbrellas were raised and our drinks were full. The service was excellent. The food was delicious. The burrata was served over a marmalade, it fresh and the perfect texture. Absolutely delicious! My friends enjoyed the mushroom flatbread. My friends reported the shrimp ceviche was overrated. My friend reported the seafood was not fresh but the rest of the ingredients were. We shared the vanilla crème brûlée- it was delectable- I wished I had ordered one just for myself! The crème brûlée was served on a shortbread cookie and sorbet on the side. It was a rich, sweet, creamy luscious dessert! Location: It is located in the El Dorado Hotel, facing the square. Parking: There is general parking for the square and street parking. If you are ever in Sonoma, I recommend you stop by for a light lunch or dessert. Based on our experience during lunch, I imagine the evening service and food are just as lovely.

We love the food here! It's a restaurant tucked behind an adorable looking hotel, and we always leave incredibly wowed. Ambiance is romantic and quaint. All the dinner food has been spectacular, we've gone with 8 different people and nobody had anything bad to say. https://eldoradosonoma.com/el-dorado-kitchen/menus/ Apps: burrata, cesar, tuna tartare so much yes Mains: short rib, salmon and lamb are delicious and my friend loved the veggie risotto. Pork chop was always amazing, honestly I don't think you can go wrong. All the sides are great too, so don't forget to add some. Staff is attentive and nice, always running around. Reservations are a bit tough, if you don't see one you like I recommend you call. They have always been pleasant via phone. Location is perfect, right in the Sonoma Town Square.

The service was fantastic. Our waitress was engaging, prompt, came back a few times to insure we were doing okay and when my friend asked for a little spice added to his chicken she came back with options, including Fresh blackened Jalapeños. The chicken was moist and flavorful, as a stand alone. I generally tend not to opt for Seafood dishes but I opted for the Paella and the seafood was fresh, not overly cooked. The choriza was super flavorful and a good balance to the dish. Mashed potatoes had great flavorful and texture, you could taste the peel but there were not large remnants of it. The Brussel sprouts were delicious, great flavor profile. Savory with a tinge of sweetness to balance dish. The outer leaves had a tiny bit of crunch while the inside was cooked to perfection. Definitely a large portion on those. The only item I did not enjoy was the drink, I don't recall the name but it was something with smoke. I enjoy smoke flavorings/infusions in my cocktails but this time it greatly overpowered the rest of the flavor profiles, leaving that as a lingering note so I actually needed water in between sips. Friend thought the drink was the one spot that needed improvement as well. Again the service was great!

New Year's weekend getaway in Sonoma and the El Dorado Kitchen was a perfect place to start. My hubby and I had a fantastic dinner and experience there. It's a very beautiful restaurant located in the town square of Sonoma and only a mile from our hotel. We had reservations so we were seated immediately. Our server Daniel was very professional, knowledgeable, attentive and kind. My hubby and I ordered the potato and leek soup, the spinach+ mushroom raviolis with shrimp and their seafood paella. Wow, the soccarat (crispy rice) of the paella was amazing. Each dish was delicious, and so beautifully prepared and plated. The flavors were outstanding! It was a 5+ experience overall! We will return for sure and highly recommend to others.

I am so glad we picked El Dorado Kitchen for dinner. The ambiance, decor, and food were all on point and I hope one day I have the opportunity to come back and try more on the menu. We got the mixed greens appetizer to share. It was such a unique blend of toppings -- including pomegranate seeds, artichoke hearts-- I loved it! The short ribs were hands down the best I've ever eaten. Cooked to perfected, melt in your mouth consistency. And the salsa verde was an unexpected yet fantastic touch. Hernando was our server and he was very attentive and patient. Thank you, El Dorado Kitchen!

Great food on the square. Excellent service. I will return when I'm in Sonoma. Highly recommend!

I went to El Dorado for my birthday dinner with my friends We did wine tasting at WALT only 1 min walking distance from El Dorado and we really liked this course. Wine tasting and dinner at nice restaurant was such a good choice! Inside of the restaurant is very spacious and cozy. Only one thing, the grilled salmon which we ordered along with risotto didn't come out at the first time, the our server realized and brought to our table later. Except that, the food was very tasty and we really liked the atmosphere of the restaurant. I'm the person who especially love the Sonoma vibe and the restaurant definitely made me feel I'm in the nice and cozy town.

El Dorado was exactly how I'd imagined an upscale Sonoma restaurant to look. Very nicely done inside and upscale but comfortable. Excellent service from our server Daniel, and the food was excellent. The potato leek soup was delicious, the shrimp and raviolis expertly prepared and also delicious. The prices were reasonable for the quality of the experience. We'll go back next time we're in town.

Recently went here for dinner before seeing a Christmas concert at the Sebastiani Theatre. The dinner was fabulous! My friend and I both had the scallops, and they were divine. Everything made for a truly enjoyable meal. The hostess was friendly, our waitress was great and was mindful of our timeline for the show, and the food and drinks were delicious. A memorable evening. Thank you!

Food: Amazing as always! I have been there four times and each experience has been fantastic and just gets better than the last. It was my Mom and Dad's first time at El Dorado and they were both more than satisfied with their meals (My Mom is hard to please). They have a great selection of wine and the cocktail I had was dangerously good! Service is top notch! Our server had great recommendations and we appreciated him being so attentive and friendly! We all had a great time!

Best place for brunch on the Square. Across from Girl &Fig and my meals here have been far better. The Chilaquiles and Short rib hash are both excellent. But really it's all good--drinks too.

I drank a "clear conscience" which was incredibly refreshing along with the beet salad. We shared the chilaquiles and they were amazing! The service was wonderful and the patio was lovely.

The food was amazing !!!! We had the paella . The rice was perfect, and they gave a very generous portion of fresh seafood ! It was great birthday dinner

I do not have the words to accurately describe this experience except for WOW. The building is immaculate and everything to the eye is very pleasing. Amazingly as well was they were crowded, the rooms open, the restaurant bustling and you felt like you were the only customer. The hostess was engaging and very pleasant and our server Duff (Ask for him) was everything you could ever want, knowledgeable, humorous and professional. With all due respect to my Texas roots, the Pork Belly here was the best I've had and it even came with Prawns. I don't know if you've heard me say I'd eat Cod instead of Salmon, but the one last night my Danville cousin and his wife chose is making me rethink my likes. My East Coast cousin chose the Short Rib which was perfectly cooked, full of flavor and extremely comforting. My Paella can only be described as breathtaking. Full of flavors from the sea with salmon, shrimp, squid, mussels and some of the best chorizo I've ever tasted, it was perfect. The wine selection was to die for and the brown butter old fashioned is my new favorite drink. Give this place your business when you are out that way, you won't be disappointed.

Surprised my girlfriend for her milestone birthday (and my own birthday - we are just one day apart) with an overnight trip to Sonoma. Coming from San Jose, the only time I'd ever been to Sonoma was to help evacuate a hotel during terrible fires in 2017 when I worked for Marriott. It was nice to be here and it not look like a hellscape. Since I had not really explored before, my boss, who lived and worked in Sonoma for years, recommended El Dorado Kitchen for dinner. We originally had a reservation for 8pm, but were in town and hungry earlier. We decided to stop in and see if they could take us an hour and a half early. They were DELIGHTED TO ACCOMMODATE! Good start... We were sat by a friendly hostess, and moments later, our extremely hospitable server introduced himself by name (such a rare thing to hear anymore - my girlfriend and I noted that right away), and his name was Sam. Having worked in hospitality as long as we have, a server not introducing themselves by name is a real pet peeve! Sam really made the night for us. He was friendly, funny, empathetic, and really paid attention to details you would never expect a server to note. Sam brought us still water for the table, poured for everyone, while simultaneously explaining the specials. He mentioned that all items were cooked to order (which made me happy - I have an allergy to mushrooms - and almost everything on the menu had them). Right before it came time to order, Sam approached the table to acknowledge that my girlfriend and I were both celebrating our birthdays. He wished us both a happy birthday. Moments later, our appetizers came out. We had ordered the pork belly and shrimp and shrimp ceviche to share. Both appetizers were absolutely outstanding. The pork belly melted in your mouth. The ceviche was perfectly tart and loaded with shrimp. The highlight of exceptional service occurred during our appetizers. As I tried to place a piece of pork belly on my girlfriend's plate, it slipped out from between my knife and fork, and landed directly on the floor. I immediately picked it up and placed it on an unused appetizer plate, and offered her one of the two remaining pieces. That was such a disappointment, because it was so good. We continued wrapping up our appetizers, and about five minutes later, an expo or server came by our table and dropped off a fresh piece of the pork belly, even presented in the sauce and with garnish. We never said anything about the man overboard, no server mentioned anything to us about it. Someone who worked their observed my motor skills failed, and just made it right, elevating our experience to one of the best I ever had in a restaurant. Right before bringing our entrees, Sam came by to ask if we got the extra pork belly and how did it taste? We were so appreciative of the gesture. The kitchen has no obligation to replace the piece that I so foolishly dropped. In my particular hotel brand, we refer to a signature moment as one in which our team does something so personal or so unexpected to delight a guest, that you can earn their loyalty forever. This was Sam/El Dorado's signature moment. Whether it was someone else who notified Sam or Sam saw the event himself, the team there was just outstanding and a real breath of fresh air. EVERYONE. Entrees were delicious. I had the duo duck (no mushrooms). The duck breast was medium-rare to medium, the duck leg confit was tender and peeled right off the bone (just the way I make it at home). I was shocked by the mix of polenta, spicy mole sauce, and spinach/onion as the base of the plate. These flavors combined so well, and I never would have expected it. The Mole (which I typically don't like unless it's spicy) was perfect. My girlfriend loved her Salmon and especially the vegetable medley it was seated on. My dad had the Paella and beet salad, as well as Brussel sprouts for the table, which he said were all very good. My mother had the filet mignon, and I was lucky enough to try it. That was AWESOME. Our table was cleared and Sam brought us dessert menus. As we were reviewing, he came out with two separate macaron plates with birthday candles in them for my girlfriend and I, which was such a sweet gesture. Thank God they don't sing happy birthday or make a big deal. Just a perfect, small delighter, which is how we prefer things. The macarons were great. We also ordered the house made vanilla ice cream, which was amazingly creamy and had extraordinary vanilla flavor. There's not much more to say, except kudos to Sam. He is a testament to servant hospitality and really impressed all of us. Special kudos to the cooks. We spent a lot of time watching them hustle, knock out plates, and we were very impressed by them. I can't believe how fast they work.