Location: Sebastopol
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Sebastopol /səˈbæstəpoʊl/ or /səˈbæstəpuːl/ is a city in Sonoma County, California, United States, approximately 52 mi (80 km) north of San Francisco. The population was 7,379 at the 2010 census, but its businesses also serve surrounding rural portions of Sonoma County, a region known as West County, which has a population of up to 50,000 residents.
Restaurants in Sebastopol
1. Dutton Goldfield Winery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 173 reviews
Dutton-Goldfield is a partnership between grapegrower Steve Dutton and winemaker Dan Goldfield. Our mission is to produce world class wines that display the brightness of fruit, complexity, structure and balance that are reflective of our cool-climate home. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are the mainstays of our portfolio, along with small lots of Syrah, Zinfandel, Pinot Blanc and dry Riesling. Our tasting room is casual and comfortable, with outdoor seating on our patio in the summer, and in our cozy living room by the fireplace in the winter. We offer several tasting options and are also happy to customize a special event for your group. We look forward to your visit!
Reviewed By tsgarp92138 - Santa Maria, United States
The wine here is fabulous. Devil's Gulch Pinot Noir is one of the best I have ever had, Chardonnay is top notch, and even a really good Riesling. Across the board VERY well made wines...and the wine and sushi pairing is to die for. High quality sushi well paired with excellent wines. I've been kicking myself for not coming here sooner than this year...we will definitely be back. The tasting room personnel are very professional and knowlegable, as well...what more could you ask for?
2. Patrick Amiot Junk Art
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 169 reviews
Reviewed By SonomaTrekker - Sebastopol, United States
Visiting Sebastopol without walking up Florence Ave. is like visiting Paris without stopping by the Eiffel Tower -- don't skip it. Florence Avenue is 1/3 of a mile (.33) in length and only 3 blocks off Main Street. Most, if not all, homes on the street have a whimsical Amiot in the front yard, many of which reflect something about the resident(s). It takes less than 10 min to walk the length without stopping and the art is wonderfully clever!
3. Sturgeons Mill
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Sturgeon’s mill is a 106 year old steam powered sawmill. We are a working museum that is open 4 weekends a year to the general public. On these weekends historians, gear heads, steam heads and students of California history come to “Step back into History” at our museum.
4. Spirit Works Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 28 reviews
Spirit Works Distillery is a grain-to-glass facility located in The Barlow in downtown Sebastopol producing Vodka, Gin, Sloe Gin and Whiskey. We bring in whole. organic California grain which we mill, mash, ferment, distill, and bottle, entirely onsite. Tasting Room visitors are welcome to come by without advance reservations, sample our products, and find out more about what we do! We also offer tours Friday-Sunday at 5pm for $20 per person which includes a full tasting of our spirits and lasts about one hour. Reservations for tours may be made in advance by visiting our website.
5. Iron Horse Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 286 reviews
Reviewed By 975drewk - Des Peres, United States
The sparking wines at Iron Horse will make you forget Champagne. The rustic outdoor tasting bar overlooks the stunning Green River Valley, and sits in the midst of their Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vineyards. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and the still wines also complex and excellent. You do need to call ahead for a tasting appointment and the fee is waived with a wine purchase. They have a comfortable, shaded picnic area where you you can bring a lunch or snacks from any of the amazing local markets.
6. Merry Edwards Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 151 reviews
Merry Edwards Winery was founded in 1997 by one of California’s first highly successful female winemakers. We produce critically acclaimed, terroir-driven, single-vineyard Pinot Noirs from 80 acres of estate vineyards in the Russian River Valley as well as three appellation blends – Russian River Valley Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir and Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc. Our proximity to the Pacific Ocean, cooling fog, sandy soils and other attributes of the winery’s Russian River vineyards lead to production of rich, ageable wines.
Reviewed By Jim007 - Marietta, United States
We came here directly from the airport and were Very Pleased Our tasting was both informative and educational along with some Very Good Wine We enjoyed talking with our host The 2016 Russian River Pinot Noir was our favorite Thanks for a Great Time !
7. Lynmar Estate Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 148 reviews
Located in the heart of Russian River Valley, Lynmar Estate is a preeminent producer of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines. Resident proprietors Lynn and Anisya Fritz are intimately woven into daily operations, sharing overarching values of sustainability, world-class winemaking, locally sourced food, and community. Always more than the sum of its parts, Lynmar Estate is comprised of four touchstone vineyard parcels in Russian River Valley, beginning with Quail Hill Vineyard established by the family in 1980. For more information, please visit lynmarestate.com or connect via social media @lynmarestate. Visits by appointment only.
Reviewed By gteran76 - Miami, United States
Why it took me a year and a half to write this review will always be a mystery, COVID perhaps? In any case I will say that my girlfriend and I are not Pinots fans but we love Chards. We arrive to this winery as the first stop in Sonoma after a full week in Paradise-Napa (staying at Paloma Vineyard). Andrew Lynch was our server and he was super accommodating and friendly, we started with some of their Chardonnays which we really liked, then we moved to the Pinots that we found a bid acidic, which translate to a good aging potential and we also had something to eat that I cannot recall now. The whole experience was super good, the place is beautiful, and the facility is modern with a comfortable setup and nice views. We bought a couple of bottle of an older vintage of their top Chardonnay and it turn out they weren’t as good as the current releases. Just a side note! Enjoy Lynmar Estate and ask for Andrew Lynch.
8. Paul Hobbs Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By jlgourley - Nashville, United States
I was introduced to Paul Hobbs several years ago, and it has become - by far - my favorite winery. I am not picky about wines; I enjoy a less expensive option just as much as a more expensive option. However, Paul Hobbs offers wines that are above and beyond. Even my unsophisticated palate recognizes the superiority of these wines! Truly a great value for the money. As far as the tasting goes, that was a treat as well! Tyson took excellent care of us, and we enjoyed a lovely food and wine pairing. We also took a brief tour of the grounds. This winery is a MUST for your next trip to Sonoma! (Or in our case, Napa; the drive is well worth it!)
9. Ragle Ranch Regional Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By 508gregj - Sebastopol, United States
I regularly walk my dog at Ragle. The part of the park that fronts Ragle Road is "urban", with tennis courts, volleyball pits, play structures, soccer fields, and ballparks. The back of the park is fast becoming a wildlife refuge. Don't get me wrong, you can walk a dog on a leash, but in an area separated from the city boundary of Sebastopol. It's very good birding spot, jogging trail, and dog walk all in one. Sebastopol is very lucky.
10. The Barlow
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 53 reviews
The Barlow is a 12-acre Bay Area outdoor market district in Sebastopol, California featuring local food, wine, beer, spirits and crafts made onsite by Sonoma County artisans. Stroll our industrial-chic, dog-friendly campus and savor the organic edible landscaping — a nod to the rich agricultural history of The Barlow. Our community is open and ready to greet you.
Reviewed By the_3_adventurers - Raleigh, United States
We had a great day at The Barlow. I love a space where we can park, walk around, have lunch, take some photos, so a little shopping, have a beer, and generally make a day of it. It was pricey and full of hipsters, but otherwise charming and fun.
