LaSalette Restaurant

Absolutely loved this restaurant. They gave a glass of sparkling rose for our anniversary. They refreshed one of our white wines on the sampler when my husband accidentally dropped some food in it. The heirloom tomato salad was delicious. The Portuguese “pot roast” was amazing. All of the desserts are sample style so you get 3 in one. Service was excellent. Highly recommend. Only drawback is they don’t have their own bathrooms.

If you are in Sonoma and looking for something special and not the usual kind of foods, I highly recommend La Salette which serves modern takes on Portuguese dishes. We ordered the Cod Cakes for our appetizer, it was delicious! For our lunch entrees, we ordered the Spicy Piri Piri Chicken Salad and the Arroz a Valenciana dishes and both were amazing, and yes, I ate that beautiful flower on top! The service was outstanding, the ambiance was superb and the experience was memorable.

We wanted to get out of SF to enjoy some nicer weather and found ourselves enjoying a beautiful day in Sonoma. After checking out the restaurants around the main square, we decided to try La Salette, as its Portuguese menu stood out with its unique offerings and tasty options. Shortly after ordering, we were provided with a free amuse bouche from the chef, shrimp croquettes with a slightly tangy sauce and salsa brava. The shrimp croquettes were crispy, yet also light and zesty; a beautiful start to the meal. I also ordered a caipirinha, my go-to cocktail when I lived in Brazil. La Salette's caipirinha was extremely delicious, with a healthy dose of lime and mint that washed down nicely with the cachaça. For starters, we began with the grilled octopus and tomato salad. The grilled octopus was cooked perfectly and paired nicely with the red wine vinegar, fingerling potatoes, and pickled seaweed. The heirloom tomato salad was absolutely fantastic, as the tomatoes were perfectly ripe and were complemented nicely with the chickpea puree and feta cheese. This was my favorite bite of the night. For entrees, we tried the bacalhau no forno, the caldeirada, and the açorda de Trigo. My mom loved the bacalhau no forno, which was a bit lighter than she was expecting but had a great punch of flavor between the salted cod, potatoes, onions and olives. My dad and I also really enjoyed the caldeirada, which had a generous portion of sea bass, scallops, clams, mussels, potatoes, shrimp, and linguiça in a flavorful broth. This reminded me a little bit of cioppino given the copious amount of seafood, although it had more of a velvety tasting broth without the flavor of tomatoes. Finally, my partner really enjoyed the açorda de Trigo, which had a perfectly poached egg that created a velvety sauce over the farro, mushrooms, and pine nuts. For dessert, we all split the fruit plate, which was the highlight of the meal. We really loved how the dessert was more of an assortment of tasty dishes that complemented each other nicely, rather than one single dish. All of the components of the dessert were fantastic: the poached pear had a nice spiced taste, the macerated mango was super sweet and tangy, and the pineapple semifreddo was velvety and tangy. But, the passion fruit cannoli was truly unreal. The tang of the passion fruit and light crisp of the cannoli shell were incredible. Would highly recommend trying this or their other desserts, as they all looked incredible. All in all, given the fantastic restaurants in Sonoma, La Salette is a great choice if you're looking for something unique that highlights local fruit and produce, as well as meat and seafood options. We would definitely come back here the next time we're in Sonoma! EDIT: Forgot to mention that the service was incredible and very attentive. Everyone was super nice, friendly and helpful, and made sure every part of our meal was enjoyable and to our liking. Thank you!

Impressive and authentic Portuguese food served in Sonoma! Great selection of dishes and great value and food quality too. Would recommend anyone who loves seafood to come try!

Over the top amazing unique, high quality food, exceptional yet unrushed attentive service. Cucumber gazpacho was divine, scallop appetizer was my main entree and was the best I’ve ever had. Scallops were crisp, well seasoned on the bed of puree was divine. My husband had the chicken piri piri salad. He loved the seasoning and the crunch of fresh unique veggies was a great compliment. We rarely order dessert and since our food to this point was so fantastic we had to try it. The caramel cinnamon trio was velvety, smooth, silky with a bit of salt and sweet that was so worth the splurge. The outdoor patio with flowers, proper sun/shade that was both quiet with some good people watching of the darling alley was a perfect spot. It’s clear the owner and chef care about their customers.

Excellent restaurant! Overall food was delicious! Was given a complimentary note sized appetizer (amuse bouche), which was not bad. Asparagus bisque - smooth, creamy texture, rich flavor depth from well-seasoned stock, showcasing the fresh asparagus. Pork belly - almost perfect. The meat was partially melt in your mouth. Some parts tough and chewy. Pass on this Fisherman stew - excellent! Great taste, and the best part was the seafood was perfectly cooked. Prawns had a great smokey bbq flavour , The clams and mussels was cooked just enough that it retains it's sweet, juicy umami and oceanic notes. Most places tend to overcook a little. This was just right. The only complain would be the mussels were rather small. That's more of an ingredient issue. The caramel dessert was excellent. Small details like the candied nuts on the side completed the whole dish Service was prompt and efficient. Great vibes

Amazing place with amazing food both flavor and presentation. Wish could order a lot more especially the dessert. Ordered the roasted octopus, cod cakes and fruit desserts. Got to taste their cheese potato apps and coconut balls. Highly recommended.

This restaurant exceeded my expectations. Food has beautiful presentation and you can tell the chefs have passion for flavor and art. Servers and wait staff are kind and exemplified wonderful customer service. Prices are not too crazy for the quality and portion sizes.

Would totally recommend! Very efficient and formal service, seated right away, plates and utensils are cleaned up after each course promptly. Charming, quiet atmosphere. There are also a couple free complementary dishes throughout the meal, coconut balls for dessert and crab (maybe) cake balls and cornbread while you are waiting for the meal at the start. The food itself is delicious, a wide variety on the menu, in particular I would recommend the scallops, but don't be hesitant in choosing because pretty much all their items are delicious and you can't go wrong. Definitely recommend getting dessert there, especially the trio of caramel set, was absolutely delicious! Consisted of caramel Icecream, flan, and some other sort of small dessert.

We didn't have to wait to be seated. That's always a great place to start. Our server was professionally dressed, friendly, helpful and honest with replying to our questions. A complementary small appetizer was presented to us almost immediately. I've heard about LaSalette for several years, but this was my first time here Just go, you won't be disappointed everything was fabulous. I'm not sure why they don't have a line out the door, but it was another slow night in the town of Sonoma. Fabulous food, quiet, romantic, dining, superb service Go

I regret not coming here sooner. We have been visiting Sonoma for many years, and have walked by LaSalette many times, better late than never. What a nicely honed, perfectly curated menu they have. They have indoor and a nice out door dining area. The decor is understand, with sepia colored tiles showing hanging game , copper pots and pans, nice brickwork and wood feel floors w/ white table cloth tables. The service was very prompt and efficient. Our server knew the wines and all the dishes so we had no problems deciding on pairings. One nice thing is that they offer 3 oz. glasses of vino for under $ 10- so you can do matching flights w/o breaking the bank. Everything we had was superb . Portions were ample, flavors and presentation really well done. We even got a 4 part Traditional dessert w rice pudding, fig, + and some Port to top it off. There's a good reason these folks have been around for more than 25 years, they are offering a great experience for a reasonable price.

In my opinion, the best dining experience in Sonoma. Fantastic food, definitely order the scallops and octopus. Be sure to ask your friendly server if they have the oysters with chorizo on special, order them and don't think twice, they're terrific. With indoor, outdoor and bar/chef's counter seating available, you really can't go wrong. Heat lamps are available outside as well so if it gets too chilly for you at night, they'll fire them up for you. LaSalette is great, take my word for it and make your reservation RIGHT NOW.

Food, service, and drinks were excellent as was the overall bistro ambiance. We had the whole Branzino that was cooked in the wood pizza oven - it was absolutely stellar. Also had the tomato salad, so well presented and very tasty. A stretch for me - had the scallops. These were excellent. For dessert I had a one of their 1oz pours, firstly it was excellent, and secondly I loved the idea of the 1oz or 2oz pours. Highly recommend.

Another lovely lunch at LaSalette. A favorite spot in Sonoma. Wonderful food, great service at reasonable prices. We drive up from SF to have lunch but I'd sure like to have dinner at LaSalette sometime soon. Charming little touches like an amuse bouche before, a freshly baked roll ( who gives you free bread any more?) and a tiny complementary dessert. I had the Portuguese paella which was delicious- generous amount of shellfish . My husband loved the peri peri chicken salad. Lovely interior and nice outdoor dining too. Definitely recommend and we'll be back.

Great place in Sonoma for a fancy dinner out. We came last weekend to celebrate our wedding anniversary and had a great experience. As soon as we got seated they brought us champagne and a mini shrimp croquette amuse bouche. We started off our meal with oysters baked in butter with chorizo (appetizer special). Then we had the octopus and finished with the branzino (dinner special). The oysters were a little on the small side, but they tasted amazing. We liked dipping our bread in the leftover butter/chorizo sauce. The octopus had a great presentation and was really tender. The branzino was well seasoned and was the perfect size for the two of us. It had a a good amount of veggies accompanying it too. We'll definitely be back again!

LaSalette Restaurant is a beloved gem in Sonoma Valley since 1998, earning its well-deserved reputation as a favorite dining spot. Chef Manuel Azevedo's "New Portuguese Cuisine" showcases the rich and diverse flavors of his native Portugal, expertly blending them with the finest ingredients from California. You'll be treated to a unique culinary experience that combines traditional Southern European comfort ingredients with exotic spices gathered from centuries of Portuguese exploration. And let's not forget the fresh and seasonal California produce that adds a delightful twist! The menu offers a range of delectable options, with our personal favorite being the Portuguese Fisherman Stew - an absolute must-try! And don't miss out on the daily specials, like the mouthwatering pan-fried sardines with olive oil and sautéed onions. The wine selection is impressive, with reasonably priced options by the glass and a variety of Portuguese wines, from light whites to full-bodied reds. The attentive service adds to the overall experience, making LaSalette Restaurant a hidden gem worth discovering.

Had a holiday dinner here. Very much appreciated the experience. Will ve back often

My recent experience at Lasalette Restaurant in Sonoma was nothing short of fantastic. From the moment I walked through the door, I felt welcomed by the warm ambiance and attentive staff. The food at Lasalette was a true delight. Each dish was carefully crafted and bursting with flavor. The bacalhao and feijoada dishes, in particular, brought thru the wonderful flavors of Portugal. It was evident that the chefs put a lot of thought and care into sourcing the freshest ingredients. What truly set Lasalette apart was the impeccable service. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of our dining experience was perfect. Overall, I recommend Lasalette to anyone visiting Sonoma. Whether you're craving a taste of Portugal or simply looking for a top-notch dining experience, Lasalette is the place to go. I can't wait to return and indulge in more of their delicious offerings.

another wonderful meal at LaSalette. Wow. The fish filet was magnificent, perfectly cooked over greens and corns. Their scallops always amaze over something mysterious, potato-based? but delicious. We had our first salad which was different with kale, sausage and potato but excellent with a tangy dressing. We enjoy eating at all of the bay area's great restaurants and unless you are looking for a $$$$ multi-course tasting menu, LaSalette is as good or better than any of them. It's also such a treat when you find the food as remarkable on your 3rd or 4th visit as your first.

I think this is my new favourite lunch spot when wine hopping in Sonoma! This is a perfectly heavy, olive oil filled, fishy hardy meal when your tummy is full of wine. Everything tasted amazing, there was lots of variety on the menu for anyone's tastebuds. They give you a little welcome bite & small dessert bite on the way out. The service was fantastic and quick. Also, the prices are extremely affordable! I feel like a lot of fancy restaurants it's a massive hit to the wallet but we were all stuffed and pleased with our bill. You and easily make a reservation online before you go but also walk ins are totally available too.

Complimentary croquette - excellent. Grilled octopus - excellent. Cod cakes - I loved them, boyfriend thought they were good but wouldn't get again. Scallops - AMAZING, Caldo Verde soup - very good but if you're getting a lot of food I would skip. Feijoada Completa - excellent! We would come back just for that every time. Mac and cheese - very good but again, if you want a lot of food this might be too much. Service was excellent and we sat at the bar to watch the food preparation and plating.

LaSalette has the best service in town! They are consistently so friendly, accommodating, and the food is always outstanding. Both outdoor and indoor seating are comfortable and cozy, and the general atmosphere is relaxing and restorative. They are generous, consistent, and a wonderful choice for any occasion.

Been here twice now (from southern CA). Love the ambiance but the service and ode to traditional Portuguese food is was had me coming back. So so good. Reminds me of home. Highly recommend.

Great location and amazing food. We always go there for dinner when we're in town. All seafood items are delicious. Great service and cozy ambiance!

We came here to celebrate our anniversary. The food is BEYOND good. The seafood was fresh, well seasoned, and perfectly balance flavors. The grill octopus was one the best I hav ever had. The sardine was HUGE, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. Seafood is always a bit tricky and can sometimes come out too undercooked or overcooked (and rubbery) - not here. Every dish that came out was perfectly cooked. Perfect temperature and delicately season so that you TASTE the freshness of the seafood and not masked by strong seasoning. HUGE COMPLIMENTS TO THE CHEF. THIS is seafood done correctly. The service was very attentive and friendly. Beautiful restaurant. I'd come back here again and bring friends here for a special celebration.

My family made reservations for 10 several weeks in advance for an outing and lunch in Sonoma. We were seated outside tables on a sunny day with umbrellas. The restaurant serves Portuguese cuisine.We actually had multiple orders of each dish: Serrano ham with burrata 5/5 Day boat scallops 5/5 Tasco Board charcuterie 3.5 Sardines 4/5 Prato de Vegetals 5/5 Arroz a Valenciana 5/5 Caleirada Portuguese Fisherman's stew 3.5 one shrimp and a bunch small clams Pork belly and clams 5/5 best dish Roasted Octopus 4/5 Caldo Verde 4/5 Piri Piri fries 5/5 Service was ok. Parking could be hard on a busy weekend.

My absolute favorite spot in Sonoma Square!! I took my BF for the first time last week, and I have to admit I was a bit nervous because I hadn't been there in a few years.... We got the best seats in the house - the counter overlooking the wood fired oven! The Chefs were incredible: focused, efficient, - their moves were perfectly timed - it was like watching a ballet! The food was incredible... best bite of that particular lunch was the Octopus, yet everything was superb, per usual. So glad to see them still putting out incredible dishes!

We had lunch today, It was our first time, as we moved back here just a few years ago. Everything we had we had was superb, so much flavor and a beautiful presentation. The Roasted Octopus was perfect, will always order it when I return. Paella - my husband had, he said it was the best scallop he's ever had. I had the Pork and Clams, beautifully cooked. The sauce was crave-able! It all was terrific. We sat inside, loved the room, we felt so relaxed, rustic yet elegant. We felt very taken care of by the warm staff. They all made our special occasion one to remember. We can't wait to go back.

Excellent lunch especially for the seafood lovers. It started with a complimentary shrimp cake from the chef. I had the today's special with the Branzino- grilled whole sea bass. It looked and tasted fantastic!

La Salette is 3 hours of driving for us but always worth it. Still warm and friendly bistro with no signs of aging. Drove up to get pork and clams for dinner, but when we got there Chef Manuel had Bacalhau on the menu. Well, that was that and no regrets. Absolutely outstanding and the most beautiful presentation I have ever seen! So much seafood in the Caldereida (including prawns!) I don't know how they make a profit. We also recommend the roasted octopus from previous visits. And there's a good wine list. I don't think there is any other restaurant in Northern California that can match Chef Manuel's talents and reasonable prices. Go there! You won't regret it!

Had all around great experience here. We came Thursday evening and got tables outside so we can dine with our two dogs. They had heaters outside which was great as well given that it was still so chilly in May! Before we even ordered anything, they brought us out a complimentary small tasting for shrimp croquettes which were soo delicious! We then went with some apps to share for four people including the cod cakes, tasca board and octopus. They were all relatively small plates so definitely good for sharing as starters. Everything was amazing but my favorite were the octopus. For main, I went with the filet of the day which came on top of sautéed veggies and corn. Usually most restaurants don't do white fish well but this place made it so flavorful and slightly pan fried. We finished with some 10 year tawny ports that had a slight Carmel taste to them but it was great way to end the meal

Had an AWESOME lunch with my brother in Sonoma yesterday. He took me to a cool Portuguese restaurant in downtown Sonoma. It was so beautiful outside. We started with a complimentary Shrimp Croquette in roasted red pepper sauce. I had the passion fruit and pomegranate sangria to go with my Bacalhau no Forno which was my FAVORITE dish in Lisbon and my brother had Chicken Piri Piri salad. They brought us to little coconut-cashew thingies at the end of our meal. Great food, great service 5 stars There is a Speakeasy right nextdoor too. I don't think it's a true speakeasy...speakeasy's don't have huge neon signs...lunch lunch

Me and The Hubs were visiting the area about a month or so ago and had dinner here on a Friday night (with a reservation). We had a fabulous experience! Our server was friendly and attentive. The food was wonderful. And the restaurant is classy, yet comfortably casual. We shared a bottle of wine as well as the Roasted Octopus app. It was delicious. For entrees, I ordered the Fish Fillet of the Day (don't recall what the fish was) and The Hubs had the Whole Roasted Branzino. The fish was delicious and perfectly cooked, and the veg that came with each entree paired well with each dish. I'm not usually tempted by dessert menus (and usually am too full anyway), but I had to make an exception after looking at theirs. I had the dessert assortment called Fruit (passion fruit mousse, fig bread pudding, vanilla bean syrup, yucca, pineapple semifreddo), while The Hubs had the one called Chocolate (chocolate mousse, almond tuile, ruby port gelée, hazelnut ice cream, caramelized banana). These were fairly light, but intensely flavored desserts. We were both happy with our choices. I would love to eat here again the next time we're in the area!

While the ambiance in March was just fine, so every other single attribute was worthy of return engagements, which we did, three times over 4 months. The service was excellent each time And the food in each case was heavenly. Wth that in mind we'll be back soon, that's a promise.

Wow. After living in Santa Rosa for over a year now, I'm still kicking myself for not making the short trip over to Sonoma for the wonderful culinary experiences that abound in the valley. And as I continue enjoying my Arroz Valenciana (perfectly balanced dish with incredible g flavors of the ocean and land, much lighter than I ever would have expected) and a glass of a Portuguese white blend I'll probably be taking a bottle home, I can't believe this is my first visit to LaSalette... it certainly won't be my last! In addition to the delicious, imaginative food (or at least imaginative to someone whose definitely an amateur when it comes to Portuguese food and wine) I love the atmosphere in this comfy and cozy restaurant just off of the town square. Sitting at the bar and seeing the food being cooked right in front of you is a great experience for 1-2 people, and I found the lunch menu to be perfect in size and reasonable for the quality of the food and the very good portions. Service was very friendly and unobtrusive and overall the experience really opened my eyes to Portuguese food culture, one that I'll definitely be making more of an effort to explore after this experience. Make sure to make LaSalette a stop on your next visit to the Sonoma Valley. From the excellent service to the fresh, fantastic menu and the perfect location, this is a spot not to be missed.

Five of us ate there 10/20/24. Everything was fabulous. 2 of us had branzino (Mediterranean Sea bass). It was wood oven roasted, whole fish. delicious. Two of us had fisherman's stew. Very tasty, filled with fresh shellfish and bits of sea bass. Finally, our fifth person had baked casserole with Atlantic salt cod. All of the fish was very fresh and very well prepared. There were other delicious-sounding entrees. We started with roasted sardines. outstanding, but watch out for the bones! We split two desserts...chocolate mousse plate and caramel flan and ice cream. Both perfect. Service was friendly, knowledgeable and professional, but also very personable. It was not cheap but was reasonable for the quality and care evident in the food and preparation. We'll return if we go back to Sonoma.

This delightful little spot is tucked back in behind the Sonoma square shopping area. It is a beautiful space that feels quite cozy. We were warmly greeted and seated immediately. I would highly recommend reservations. We ordered the works as this was my birthday celebration dinner. Everything was outstanding including the service. I had the asparagus salad special and scallops which was just the perfect amount. It was fun trying the flight of Portuguese wines along with my meal. My husband had the feijoada which he loved. Dessert was a flan with apples, caramel, and a peanut cage. The perfect birthday dessert!! We are already planning our return visit.

Came for lunch at opening time with reservations. Great food - favorites were the Portuguese Fisherman's Stew and the Fish Filet of the Day. We also got the Fish and Chips, Wood Oven Roasted Octopus, and the Pork & Clams - Porco à Alentejana. They gave us complimentary shrimp croquette to start which was yummy, and some warm complimentary bread. The downside was the service. We had to flag our server down several times to ask for things, and she never checked on us. Also, it takes a long time for the food. We came right at opening, and ordered pretty quickly. It still took us almost 2 hours to finish lunch (no dessert ordered) because of the wait for food to arrive.

It has been sometime since DH and I visited LaSalette, but the memory of a special birthday lunch lingers on. My Spicy Piri Piri Chicken Salad was an interesting combination of flavors. DH enjoyed his paella-like Arroz a Valenciana -- something he would not attempt in our home kitchen. The meal ended with a delicious flan in a "peanut cage." Quite dramatic. The dessert alone is beckoning me back!

A group of 6 of us came here for a Bridal Shower dinner to celebrate my daughter's upcoming wedding. We had spent the day at a nearby Spa and were pampered, relaxed and hungry! We arrived on time for our reservation and was pleasantly greeted and seated immediately. The Bride To Be came wearing her tiara and sash so it was clear to all what we were celebrating. The service and hospitality we received from staff at La Salette was First Class, they surprised us with a Don Carneros champagne toast and proceeded to spoil us with complimentary bites! The food was wonderful! The day boat scallops were fresh sweet and delicious! We all ordered different entrees and everyone was pleased with their food. They really made our celebration very special and unforgettable. Thank you so much for everything my family and I will be back soon!

LaSalette Restaurant, which we went to last night was absolutely spectacular. Our server Damien and the other table runners were superb. Just amazing service from everyone. Our appetizer which consisted of the octopus was perfect. The complimentary appetizer was excellent (forgot name). Kale salad, sea bass, short ribs unbelievably amazing. To top it off, our dessert was perfect. Such a truly fabulous place to eat. We were never rushed, which was so appreciated. Bravo to the chefs who prepared our memorable meal. We cannot wait to return. I really did feel like I was in Portugal.

Great food and service. Pricey but excellent. Seems like all good restaurants are pricey these days anyway.

Delicious food! We always come here when we're in Sonoma! All their seafood dishes are amazing.

Service and food were equally disappointing - the hostess was dry and unfriendly to the level it felt as if I was being seated at an IHOP. The food was god-awful salty and heavy (kale salad, octopus and a sardine appetizer special). One of us ordered the Portuguese white wine flight which was delivered by a server who offered nothing more than to name each one as if we couldn't read the menu. The server was ok but clearly trained to be overly formal which just isn't a fit for a place that doesn't even have an interior restroom. Take the $100 you'd spend on 3 appetizers, a beer and a wine flight and go elsewhere.

Every course was great. Maybe a little loud. Gazpacho was great. Dessert was amazing. Pork belly also good. Wish we cold have sat outside!

My favorite restaurant in Sonoma is La Salette. In the three days of my trip to Sonoma, I ate at La Salette THREE times, and would have gone four times if they had been open for breakfast the day of my departure! With different servers on every visit, the professionalism and warmth of every server added to the joy of every meal. There is a (free) parking lot behind the restaurant with a small driveway entrance on the main square; it is the best place to park unless you get a spot in front. Today's post is an amalgamation of all the meals I ate at La Salette :) Arriving in the early evening before a wedding week-end celebration, I knew that food was required before the cocktail reception held across the square to welcome all the guests, so I booked my first dinner based on location, and of course online reviews! The Brussel sprouts with a mushroom medley was beautifully charred, lightly cooked, and perfectly seasoned. Asparagus with ham and a poached egg, could have been a delightful breakfast, but we had it as a side vegetable dish. I loved the wood fired octopus with potatoes with potatoes for $19 The braised pork belly with smoked apple gastrique, frisée and madeira glaze for $18 was a popular appetizer. The house salad for $15 could have been a light lunch with a delightful sherry herb vinaigrette. The whole branzino for $38 was enough to share, and lightly cooked with a refreshing herbs and tomatoes. Easily enough to share if you are feeling generous ;) The fisherman stew for $32 was GIGANTIC! Every morsel was properly prepared, with an addictive jus from all the shellfish and linguiça that will have you asking for more bread to get every drop. The salt cod cakes for $17 are a classic Portuguese dish on the Portuguese leaning menu that embodies what they SHOULD taste like when done with a deft hand. The Moroccan black olive coulis added both a nice briny touch and an artistic flair to the presentation. If you love scallops, the wood seared day boat scallops for $20 should definitely be on your radar. After seeing several nearby tables order oysters, I succumbed and was happy to find them fresh, firm, and simply tasting of the ocean. The trio of frigid desserts for $11 was enough for the table to share, with lightly sweetened and fruity flavors to satisfy the sweet tooth diners at the table. After we ate dessert, they also offered a complimentary coconut ball that arrived with the bill. After drinking several glasses of their mineral forward vinho verde (I don't remember the name, but I do know they have another one that is fruity), I was glad I wasn't driving, and only had to navigate to the car parked 50 feet away!

All the food was incredibly tasty. We got the day boat scallops appetizer, the farro and mushroom main, and the bacalhau main. They were all delicious. The service was friendly and timely, as well. I enjoyed the amuses-bouche they gave us, as well as the concluding bonbons, and they were kind enough to give me a scoop of caramel ice cream with a candle in it for my birthday. It's in a charming spot with its own parking lot, which also made for a better overall experience.

This has been one of our favorite places to go out but sadly our most recent visit resulted in violent food poisoning. Of the 4 dishes we ordered, I'm pretty sure it was from the pork belly appetizer as the meat was visibly green-grey when it was served. I contacted the restaurant twice regarding the incident and never heard anything back. I just searched the reviews for "food poisoning" and "sick" and learned far too late that this has happened numerous times to other people, with the same unresponsiveness from management. We have had many wonderful memories at this restaurant and are honestly sad it had to end this way. Why won't the management communicate with customers when things go wrong? If they're afraid of having to refund a dinner because it left someone violently ill, then that's not a restaurant we should be going to. Based on how they handled this I won't be able to come back or recommend it to others. If you are looking for a different dinner option I would suggest Glen Ellen Star. If you find yourself going to La Salette anyway, I would recommend the red wine flights and the chocolate dessert, and will hope you have better luck than we did with the rest. Update: I did get a response from the owner! Sadly the message was extremely rude and condescending. If the owner is looking for a way to respond to customers, a simple apology for the experience would be sufficient instead of aggressively attacking someone's character. I had two stars here but I have to reduce to one. Truly heartbreaking. Will share the response with anyone who wants to see the true colors of this establishment.

Wonderful dining experience in Sonoma square. They have a nice outdoor patio with decor that makes you feel like you are in the Mediterranean. Inside has an open kitchen so you can see how they prepare everything. It's unique since there are not many Portuguese restaurants in the area. They have an extensive wine list. I tried the vino verde, a Portuguese wine. They serve a Portuguese bread that is kind of like a corn bread pita mix that is very good. Appetizers were the cod cakes and the mussels were on special. Very fresh seafood and beautifully presented. The garlic bread with the mussels was light and perfectly toasted. I tried the feijoada, the national dish of Brazil. It's a pork stew with black beans, rice and greens. This was a tasty dish and a lot more filling than it looks. We also had the piri piri chicken salad. I like piri piri sauce and this one is pretty good with just a little spice and heat. Overall this was an excellent dining experience and fits in perfectly with the wine country. I recommend anyone to go here when visiting Sonoma wine country. It can get busy so make reservations. I saw this place on check please and walked by years ago. Finally got the chance to try it and it was beyond my expectations.

Our Portuguese go-to restaurant in Sonoma. Stop for lunch frequently. Everything we've tried has been excellent.

We celebrated our wedding anniversary. They brought out complementary champagne for the table of four with a sample of appetizers with warm friendly and flawless service. We ordered Tomato salad, cod cakes, Chourico/oysters all were amazing. Entrées and desserts were spot on. We had a great evening. You can't go wrong with an evening at La Salette.

We have visited Sonoma twice and dined here on both occasions. We love the intimate ambiance inside, and the patio just outside in the front is lovely too. The menu items are very different than many restaurants and well prepared. and presented. We were totally satiated by the wonderful flavors! The servers were helpful and attentive. We will return.

My husband and I decided to try LaSalette to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We had the perfect evening! Delicious food and impeccable service! Would definitely return! Shortly after we were seated, our servers brought us complimentary champagne to acknowledge our anniversary, which was unexpected and a nice touch. We started with amuse bouche - mini shrimp coquettes, the perfect bite to get us started on our fine dining experience. We ordered the roasted octopus, cod cakes, the Caldeirada, and the Filet of the Day. And for dessert, we had the fruit option. Everything, including the service, was "chef kiss!"

Beautiful food and attentive service. It was a real treat and reminded me of my trip to Portugal!

My recent dining experience at LaSalette was nothing short of amazing. From the moment we arrived, it was evident that this place was bustling with activity, which only added to the anticipation of what was to come. Despite being busy, the staff managed the crowd efficiently, and although the food did take a while to arrive, every minute spent waiting was absolutely worth it. The moment the dishes were placed before us, it was clear that we were in for a treat. The taste of each dish was outstanding, surpassing any expectations I had. The flavors were rich, perfectly balanced, and each bite was a delight to the senses. Whether it was the carefully crafted appetizers, the main courses bursting with flavor, or the decadent desserts, every aspect of the meal was exceptional. I can't wait to return!!

Went here a couple of weeks ago for valentines weekend. Service was great and the place is cute. I ordered sangria and they were not shy with it. The brought me my sangria in a tall glass and I was not expecting that much. But the drink was good. It was great way to start dinner. Ordered the biased pork belly and I enjoyed that appetizer. You have to try it. I forgot to take a picture of it because I was really hungry. Had the filet of the day, which I feel bad I forgot what fish it was.... it had a bed of collard greens and grilled corn. It complimented each part of the dish really well. Collard greens can get a bit bitter for me, but together I had no bitter taste to it. It was the perfect serving size for me. Normally, I have trouble finishing my plate and would pass it to my boyfriend to finish but i was able to kill it. Would order again! Ended the meal with the chocolate dessert, it consisted of a banana slice, hazelnut ice cream, chocolate mousse. That was delicious and so happy I got that for dessert.

Service was exceptional. Although the place was A LITTLE hard to find. It is on the Sonoma square. I really enjoyed everything here and I recommend you all to visit