Most travelers know that Sonoma County is the perfect place for a wine-lover, but don’t underestimate the local Sonoma County cocktail scene! From cheerful, informed locals to delicious flavor combinations you can’t find elsewhere, if there’s any place to grab a drink- it’s here! The only question that remains is where to go to grab that delicious cocktail.
To help ease the indecision, here is a collection of some of the best bars in Sonoma County so you know exactly where to buy a refreshing drink no matter where your day leads you.
The Matheson
Open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, this bar and Sonoma County restaurant is the ideal eatery for any occasion, whether it be a casual meal or a more fanciful celebration. The bar at The Matheson offers a selection of craft cocktails, beer, and wine, all made with locally-sourced ingredients. The cocktail menu includes a range of classic and signature drinks, each expertly crafted by the restaurant’s talented mixologists. The best place to enjoy these cocktails? Certainly, that honor goes to their rooftop bar, known as Roof 106. There is nothing like enjoying one of Matheson’s constantly evolving cocktail menus while enjoying an overhead view of the city. If you want a drink that pushes boundaries, you want to take advantage of the opportunity to take a sip of the wonder at The Matheson.
Spoon Bar
Stylish and sophisticated, Spoonbar is the perfect place to grab a cocktail in Healdsburg with an array of creative and adventurous flavors. With cocktails like the Mangonada, an impressive combination of la luna mezcal cupreata, Giffard piment d’espelette liqueur, mango syrup, and lime, you are promised a powerful and exciting new combination with every sip. The bar menu includes classic cocktails and more contemporary creations carefully brewed with a touch of mixology science.
Spoonbar also has an extensive wine list and a select array of beers for those who prefer it. Spoonbar is open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch and offers private event and catering services. The restaurant has a sleek and modern design, with a spacious outdoor patio and garden area perfect for al fresco dining. You’re sure to have an excellent time drinking up all the fun.
Starling Bar Sonoma
Starling Bar & Kitchen, a stylish and modern eatery with many food and beverage options, is situated in Sonoma County, California, and offers a variety of dishes, including seafood, meats, and vegetarian selections on their menu. Their dishes are produced with fresh ingredients purchased locally. Though the food is excellent, the bar is the true highlight of the venue.
Starling has a unique approach to the craft of mixology, as they work on a thoughtful, deliberate, and precision-oriented system. However, Starling Bar & Kitchen serves as more than merely a restaurant and bar; it serves as a hub for interaction in the neighborhood. Throughout the year, the restaurant offers a range of live music performances and events, such as wine tastings and cooking demonstrations. There’s a reason why their Sonoma County cocktails are considered some of the best.
Duke’s Spirited Cocktails
Over at Duke’s, visitors get the pleasure of sipping on some of the county’s best cocktails and learning a bit about the culture and history of the area in the process. Duke’s Spirited Cocktails is a bar built within a piece of local history. This property has existed since 1933, making it a great way to learn about the area surrounding your Sonoma County vacation rental and other accommodations.
Their list of cocktails is nothing short of impressive, combining flavors like tequila and absinthe and putting their own spin on some familiar classics. Duke’s prides itself on their promise to grow any ingredients they can completely on their own. Though a few items on the menu are outsourced to local farmers, it is an impressive feat to boast your own ingredients. Don’t wait to stop by Dukes Spirited Cocktails for a menu that is intriguing and authentic.
Perch and Plow
If your ideal bar vibe is somewhere that is experimental and chic, crossing flavor boundaries and creating unique tastes you haven’t had anywhere else, consider a stop at the Perch and Plow. From Lavender Bliss to Strawberry Cobbler, the experience of tasting these fantastic creations is reason enough to stop by.
But still, if you need further incentive, Perch and Plow have one of the most tempting happy hour specials out of all of the bars in Sonoma County. Suppose you stop by between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm from Wednesday-Saturday. In that case, you can order from their exclusive happy hour menu, which includes everything from two-dollar White Class to six-dollar Cosmopolitans! For those staying in Sonoma County vacation rentals, there’s no reason not to stop by and discover your new favorite cocktail.
Plan Your Visit!
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Third Pig Bar
With so many incredible bars a short distance away from your wine country rentals, what exactly could make one stand out? Why, an exciting theme, of course! If you know your nursery rhymes, you’ll get a kick out of this Three Little Pigs-themed cocktail lounge.
Though you’ll find several classic fan-favorite cocktails available at the bar, you’ll also be happy to know that the house cocktails do an excellent job at keeping on the theme, allowing you to taste drinks like The Big Bad Wolf and Piggy Punch. Unlike some other bars on this list, Third Pig Bar doesn’t serve food or have an attached restaurant. Though they sometimes bring in local eateries to serve food on the property, you can rest assured that the bartenders are putting all their focus on crafting the perfect drink.
Geyserville Gun Club Bar and Lounge
If you find your way to Geyserville Gun Club Bar and Lounge, be aware that you are about to enter an environment bursting with energy, exhilaration, and community. You can enjoy one of their many events at this bar, all while chowing down on some bar food and sipping a craft beer or signature cocktail. Their drinks are intense in the best sense of the word- bursting with flavor and containing unique combinations that pack a powerful punch. So much so that they keep their Manhattan on tap!
For those of you who are live music fans, make sure to stop by on Saturday nights. On those evenings, the bar has local musicians come to perform at no cover charge for those who want to go and rock out. If you’re looking for a bite to eat, a potent cocktail, and an opportunity to get your groove on, this is the place for you.
You can’t go wrong with these excellent Sonoma County cocktail bar choices. There’s a place here for those with any taste and a bar on this list that you’re sure to fall in love with at first sip. The best part is that all these establishments are a short drive away from your Wine Country Life vacation homes, so that you can grab a glass immediately. Treat yourself to an unforgettable getaway, and book your Sonoma County vacation home rental today!
