They might not stand out as much as a Michelin-starred spot or a multi-story eatery on Healdsburg Square, but overlooked spots can be found all around Sonoma County.

When talking about the Sonoma County dining scene, there are the famous restaurants we brag about to fancy out-of-town friends. Then there are the treasured little spots we like to keep secret: the diners, delis, convenience stores and under-the-radar eateries that rarely get the accolades they deserve but somehow still remain popular with neighborhood regulars.

We call them our “townie” spots: places you can walk to and share a meal with friends, where they have that one dish you just can’t live without. Everyone has their own list of these not-so-secret places, but here are some of our favorites.

Santa Rosa

Canevari’s Deli: A Santa Rosa Junior College neighborhood classic that’s been around since, well, as long as anyone can remember. They have a tri-tip BBQ sandwich, meatball sub and homemade raviolis, and where else can you get a good gabagool? 695 Lewis Road, canevarisdeli.com

Lita’s Cafe: We know where the cops go for hearty, gut-filling breakfasts. Really, what better recommendation can you get than that? 1973 Mendocino Ave., 707-575-1628

Tambayan Filipino Eatery: You’ll find authentic Filipino cuisine here, like banana sauce, pork belly and pork sisig that make it worth the trip. 600 Larkfield Center, tambayanfilipinocuisine.com

Taqueria Molcajetes: This strip-mall Mexican restaurant has a local following who live for their carne asada and fiery molcajetes. 1195 W. College Ave., 707-544-8280

Walter Hansel Bistro: An excellent French bistro without all the hoity-toity. Lobster bisque, boeuf Bourguignon, Coquille St. Jacques — bon appetit! 3535 Guerneville Road, walterhanselbistro.com

Sebastopol

Lunchbox: Lunch Box burgers are the kind of messy, smushy, everything-good-about-beef burgers paired with “dirty fries,” a pile of crispy fries, chevre ranch dressing, bacon, green onion, roasted garlic and pepperoncini. You’ll need a handful of napkins and a stout appetite. 128 N. Main St., lunchboxsonomacounty.com

Cotati

Shige: Along with Hana Japanese in Rohnert Park, this is one of the few Japanese-run restaurants in Sonoma County with Tokyo-worthy nigiri and udon. (There’s also a second location in Sonoma.) 8235 Old Redwood Highway, shige-sushi.com

Windsor

PizzaLeah: Leah Scurto is an award-winning pizzaiolo who puts every bit of her soul into making the best pies in Sonoma County. We’re obsessed with the Old Grey Beard with mozzarella, fontina, sausage and hot honey. 9240 Old Redwood Highway, Suite 116, pizzaleah.com

Healdsburg

Guiso Latin Fusion: Named one of the best restaurants in America by Open Table, this tiny cafe mixes Latin and Caribbean flavors with panache. 117 North St., guisolatinfusion.com

Journeyman Meat Co.: Stop in for a salumi tasting or order one of their daily sandwiches or meaty sausages. 404 Center St., journeymanmeat.com

Taste of Tea: Healdsburg gets plenty of play for its chef-driven cuisine, but we like the homey Japanese flavors of this tea shop. 109 North St., thetasteoftea.com

Geyserville

Geyserville Gun Club: This Fellini-esque watering hole is almost too absurdly wonderful to be true. Brought to life by chef Dino Bugica, it’s the flip side of his more tourist-friendly Diavola Pizzeria and Salumeria. 21025 Geyserville Ave., geyservillegunclub.com

Cloverdale

Dahlia & Sage Community Market: A charming gourmet grocer with lots of locally sourced goodies, including a full deli, hot bar, salad bar and bakery. 115 E. Second St., dahliasagemarket.com

Penngrove

Twin Oaks Roadhouse: Fried chicken sandwiches are the best bet. Come also for the live music, fresh beer, good friends and bread pudding with whiskey cream. 5745 Old Redwood Highway, hopmonk.com/twin-oaks

Penngrove Market: An adorable gourmet grocer and kitchen. Try the pizza or piandine. 10070 Main St., penngrovemarket.com

Petaluma

Pearl: Mediterranean cuisine spot tucked away in a surprising place. We recommend it for a brunch with someone special. 500 First St., pearlpetaluma.com

Sax’s Joint: You’ll find plenty of people waiting to get in on the weekend, but outside of Petaluma, Sax’s is pretty much unknown. All the usual diner fare is done deliciously. 317 Petaluma Blvd. S., saxsjoint.com

Rohnert Park

Smokin’ Bowls: French fries topped with so much yum. 295 Southwest Blvd., smokinbowls.com

Azalo!: Charbroiled kabobs, burgers and dogs. Conchinita pibil is a best bet. 5979 Commerce Blvd., Suite 8, 707-303-7702

Graton

Willow Wood Market Cafe: Though this breakfast and brunch spot has been around since 1995, it’s often overlooked in the one-stop-sign town of Graton. Try their homey-yet-impressive menus. 9020 Graton Road, willowwoodgraton.com

Kenwood

Palooza Brewery and Gastropub: Patio dining with burgers, wood-fired pizza and more. A permanent outdoor space has towering heaters and plenty of coverage to keep you warm during chilly evenings. 8910 Sonoma Highway, paloozafresh.com

Glen Ellen

Glen Ellen Village Market and Deli: You’ll be amazed at the deli case, prepared foods and gourmet goodies hidden in this unassuming grocery store. It’s possibly one of Wine Country’s best-kept secrets. 13751 Arnold Drive, glenellenvillagemarket.org

Sonoma

Spread Kitchen: Chef Cristina Topham (known for her catering and farm market food) has opened a humble Lebanese-style cafe with fresh pita with hummus, beef and chicken shawarma, chickpea and black bean falafel and beef and lamb kofta. 18375 Sonoma Highway, spreadkitchensonoma.com

Occidental

Altamont General Store: A lunch favorite in Occidental, the Altamont General Store is a breath of fresh air, with an Instagram-worthy interior and plenty of grab-and-go dishes. 3703 Main St., altamontgeneralstore.com

Guerneville

Koala’s Fine Food: Sushi restaurants aren’t exactly a dime a dozen in far west Sonoma County, but then again, neither are cheese steaks. This casual family-run eatery brings together fish and chips, Korean bulgogi, Chinese won ton soup, Japanese ramen, cheese steak, nigiri and Hawaiian poke for a true something-for-everyone experience. 16380 Mill St., Suite A, koalasfinefood.com

Monte Rio

Lightwave Coffee and Kitchen: Located by the Creekside Skatepark, this curious little cafe is a mix of smoothies, bagels, pies and Middle Eastern cuisine. 9725 Main St., lightwavecafe.square.site

Northwood Bistro at the Northwood Golf Club: This hidden gem golf club has its own cafe with a lovely outdoor patio overlooking the course. The menu is simple, but the standard pancakes, omelettes and Benedicts just off the green start the day in style. 19400 Highway 116, northwoodbistro.com

Duncans Mills

Cape Fear Cafe: This tasty cafe in a tiny, quaint town features bacon chowder, a regional lineup of egg Benedicts (from grits to crab cakes) and ginger teriyaki chicken. 25191 Main St., capefearcafe.com

Cazadero

Raymond’s Bakery at Elim Grove Cottages: A cute, family-owned bed-and-breakfast with freshly made pastries, focaccia pizza and bread. 5400 Cazadero Highway, cazbakery.com

Bodega Bay

Ginochio’s Kitchen: Home to our favorite Dungeness crab sandwich. Ginochio’s buttery, griddled slices of white bread hold huge chunks of freshly picked crab and a slice of melted cheese. 1410 Bay Flat Road, ginochioskitchen.com

Casino Bar and Grill: This is a place to discover accidentally and then love unconditionally. A lineup of pop-up chefs steal the show including the Holly & Tali Show, Hunter Supper Club and more. 17000 Bodega Highway, facebook.com/thecasinobarandgrill

Jenner

Cafe Aquatica: We always, always stop here on trips up the coast for coffee, soup and whatever else sounds delish. 10439 Highway 1, cafeaquatica.com

Stewarts Point

Twofish Baking Company: Freshly made pastries, sandwiches, bread, salads, pizza and soup worthy of a drive up the coast. 32000 Highway 1, twofishbaking.com

Sea Ranch

The Sea Ranch Lodge: The 1960s-era Sea Ranch Lodge reopened in 2021 with new public spaces, including a redesigned restaurant, a new café and expansions to the bar, lounge and general store. 60 Sea Walk Drive, thesearanchlodge.com

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In Sonoma County, there are the restaurants tourists flock to. And then there are the restaurants where locals enjoy equally amazing food, without the hype.

Read on below for a few favorites that deliver time after time; the places locals like to keep under wraps, just for us. Scroll through the gallery above for a sneak peek of what to expect.

Canevari’s Deli

A junior college neighborhood classic that’s been around since, well, as long as anyone can remember. Tri-tip BBQ sandwich, meatball sub and housemade raviolis are on the menu, plus…where else can you get a good gabagool? 695 Lewis Road, Santa Rosa, 707-545-6941, canevarisdeli.com

Cafe Citti

This former Kenwood restaurant is now a small spot in Santa Rosa with some of the best pasta and sauces in Sonoma County. We love their polenta with creamy porcini mushroom sauce and the classic tuna egg salad sandwich on focaccia. 2792 Fourth St., Santa Rosa, 707-523-2690, cafecitti.com

Charm Thai Kitchen

A handful of dishes are standouts and unique locally, including taro empanadas, kee mao (also known as drunken noodles) and chicken larb. Taro, a mildly sweet purple cousin of the potato, is an Asian staple; here, it’s stuffed into fried pockets of dough and comes with a peanut-vinegar dipping sauce. 1710 East Cotati Ave., Rohnert Park, 707-242-3016, charmkitch.com

Sam’s Mediterranean

You don’t stumble on this out-of-the-way deli unless you spend a lot of time cruising quiet office parks looking for hole-in-the-wall lunch spots. Thankfully, I do, and this charming little place is a Middle Eastern gem. Their panini-style chicken shawarma wraps are a delicious entry point, with gently-spiced meat and melted cheese. Comes with garlic and hot sauces and a Greek salad. Hummus gets a four-star rating. 613 Martin Ave., Suite 111, Rohnert Park, samsmeddeli.com

Real Döner

A real-deal Middle Eastern and Turkish stunner that’s stood the test of time. We’re especially fond of the doner wraps — long rolls of lavash bread with sliced meat or kebab snuggled inside — and the Pink Sultan, a roasted beet and yogurt dip. Their hummus gets a five-star rating. 307 F St., Petaluma, 707-765-9555 realdoner.net

Lunchette

Chef-driven lunch dishes include salads, bowls, soups, pizza slices and seasonal specials. The best-selling Farro Chicken Salad features apples, shallots, herbs, candied almonds, harissa-roasted chicken breast, goat cheese, pickled onions and mustard vinaigrette. But our heart has always been with the Smoked Trout Salad. 25 Fourth St., Petaluma, 707-241-7443, lunchettepetaluma.com

Soban Korean Cuisine

Routinely recognized as the best “true” Korean cuisine in Sonoma County, Soban serves up an array of hard-to-find dishes like savory pancakes with kimchi, Japchae (glass noodles), Tteokbokki (chewy rice cake that’s a popular street food), spicy pork Bulgogi, sizzling rice bibimbap and soft tofu soup. 255 N. McDowell Blvd., Petaluma, 707-769-3112, sobanpetaluma.com

Grata

Honest Italian classics from a former Stark Realty Restaurants chef is why this charming cafe has become a neighborhood favorite. Don’t miss the ricotta gnudi. 186 Windsor River Road, Windsor, 707-620-0508, gratawindsor.com

Baci Cafe & Wine Bar

You’ll find plenty of Healdsburg locals who say this is a favorite spot often overlooked by tourists. Elevated Italian dishes are the specialty of chef/owner Shari Sarabi. Bolognese sauce is made with Kobe beef, veal and pork ribs for an extra luscious dish. 336 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg, 707-433-8111, bacicafeandwinebar.com

Guiso Latin Fusion

Named one of the best restaurants in America by Open Table, this tiny cafe mixes Latin and Caribbean flavors with panache. Way off the beaten path of the usual Healdsburg suspects. 117 North St., Healdsburg, 707-431-1302, guisolatinfusion.com

Taste of Tea

Healdsburg gets plenty of play for its chef-driven cuisine, but we like the homey Japanese comfort food of this tea shop. The curry ramen, bento box and rice bowls pair perfectly with the extensive list of imported teas. 109 North St., Healdsburg, thetasteoftea.com

Corner Project Ales and Eats

At this family-run brewpub in Geyserville, one brother brews while the other operates the kitchen. More than just fried pub grub, chef Tom Adamian’s menu includes lots of comforting dishes like meatball sliders, pulled lamb on focaccia with preserved lemons, and a perfect pickled veggie sando on thick slices of bread (my favorite). They also sell beers from other brewers. 21079 Geyserville Ave., Geyserville, 707-814-0110, cornerprojectales.com

El Milagro

Regional Mexican cuisine that runs the gamut from pumpkin seed mole and guisado (slow-braised stew), to simple flautas and tacos. Everything is made from scratch, following authentic family recipes. The owners of El Milagro also opened a second location in Healdsburg, offering the same authentic regional Mexican cuisine that made the restaurant a comforting neighborhood staple. 485 S. Cloverdale Blvd., Cloverdale, 707-894-6334, elmilagrocloverdale.com; 14 Matheson St., Healdsburg, 707-385-4672, milagrohealdsburg.com

Spread Kitchen

Chef Cristina Topham (best known for her catering and farm market offerings) has opened a humble Lebanese-style cafe with fresh pita with hummus, beef and chicken shawarma, chickpea and black bean falafel and beef and lamb kofta. 18375 Sonoma Highway, Sonoma, 707-721-1256, spreadkitchensonoma.com

Poppy

Recently opened in the former Fig Cafe hidden away in Glen Ellen, Poppy celebrates the classic French dishes that Fig founder Sondra Bernstein and managing partner John Toulze loved about their trips to France. Poppy captures the fresh, honest simplicity of French countryside cooking, using seasonal ingredients and classic techniques. The Poulet Rôti with juicy, crackling skin chicken and a rich jus is perfection. 13690 Arnold Drive, Glen Ellen, 707-938-2130, thefigcafe.com

Pascaline

French pastries with a crisp lacquered crackle and Parisian authenticity. Expanded lunch offerings are perfect for bringing on winery visits or to the office. 1021 Hahman Drive, Santa Rosa, 707-303-7151, pascalinebistro.com

Canneti Roadhouse Italiana

A passion for regional Italian cuisine is at the heart of this family-friendly roadhouse that’s as close to Italy as you’ll get in Sonoma County. Specials change up almost daily, but are always as delicious as they sound. 6675 Front St., Forestville, 707-887-2232, cannetiroadhouse.com

Hazel

A cozy bistro focused on wood-fired dishes. Must-orders include roasted chicken with smashed Yukon potatoes, spring onions, lemon vinaigrette and arugula; and Pt. Reyes blue cheese pizza with caramelized onions, Marcona almonds, mozzarella and arugula. Save room for housemade desserts that will astound. 3782 Bohemian Highway, Occidental, 707-874-6003, restauranthazel.com

Lightwave Coffee and Kitchen

Located by the Creekside Skatepark in Monte Rio, this curious little cafe is a mix of smoothies, bagels, pies and Middle Eastern cuisine. The desserts are outrageously decadent. 9725 Main St., Monte Rio, 707-865-5169, lightwavecafe.square.site

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You know that one place that sells doughnuts and pho? Or that sandwich place with Tibetan dumplings on Monday your friend keeps talking about? Like most serious eaters, we love finding the weirdly wonderful strip mall joints and hidden culinary gems that might otherwise escape notice.

Here are some of the best spots that might just become one of your own secret restaurant finds. We’ll let you take all the credit.

West county and Sonoma Coast

Nightingale Bread: You’ll likely find a line before this teensy bakery opens on Saturday and Sunday mornings because the bread is so darn good and the cinnamon rolls so craveable. We are obsessed with the baklava-inspired cinnamon rolls (Saturday only) that upgrade the classic with pistachios, cardamom, rosewater and orange zest. Order ahead online for the best selection. 6665 Front St., Forestville, 707-887-8887, nightingalebreads.com

Koala’s Fine Food: Sushi restaurants aren’t exactly a dime a dozen in far west Sonoma County, but then again, neither are cheesesteaks. This casual family-run eatery brings together fish and chips, Korean bulgogi, Chinese won ton soup, Japanese ramen, cheesesteak, nigiri and Hawaiian poke for a true something-for-everyone experience. 16380 Mill St., Suite A, Guerneville, 707-869-3300, koalasfinefood.com

Lightwave Coffee and Kitchen: Located by the Creekside Skatepark, this curious little cafe is a mix of smoothies, bagels, pies and Middle Eastern cuisine. 9725 Main St., Monte Rio, 707-865-5169, lightwavecafe.square.site

Wild Flour Bread: Make the pilgrimage to this funky Freestone bakery that’s become a must-stop for the bicyclists and the beach-bound. Follow your nose to where weekenders congregate around a communal table with steaming plates of sticky buns and fruit-studded scones or chase children through the garden. Don’t leave without tucking away a dense, seeded boule and a fougasse stuffed with savory cheese and veggies straight from the brick oven. 140 Bohemian Highway, Freestone, 707-874-2938, wildflourbread.com

Casino Bar and Grill: This is a place to discover accidentally and then love unconditionally. A lineup of pop-up chefs steal the show and change frequently. A recent remodel keeps the hole-in-the-wall vibe with a little less grit. 17000 Bodega Highway, Bodega, 707-876-3185, facebook.com/thecasinobarandgrill

Cafe Aquatica: We always, always stop here on trips up the coast for coffee, soup and whatever else sounds delish. 10439 Highway 1, Jenner, 707-865-2251, cafeaquatica.com

Sebastopol

A&M BBQ: Pitmasters Kris Austin (of Austin’s BBQ) and Marvin McKinzy (of Marvin’s BBQ) joined forces to create A&M, which is not named for the Texas university, but for their first initials. But you’d be forgiven for the mistake because their wood-smoked barbecued meats are Lone Star-inspired, with a seasoned dry rub instead of slathered with sauce, and sell out fast on the Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays that A&M is open (from 11:30 a.m.). 495 S. Main St., Sebastopol, 707-799-2892. You can skip the line by ordering online at ambbqllc.com

Psychic Pie: This pint-sized pizzeria tucked away in a Sebastopol strip mall is the little pandemic pop-up that could. Initially sold only through social media and delivered in colorfully drawn pink bakery boxes to porches around Sonoma County, the pizzas became a post-COVID zeitgeist. The Roman-style pizzas are cut to order, and topped with cheeses and fresh produce from Sonoma County. 980 Gravenstein Highway S., Sebastopol, 707-827-6032, psychicpie.com

The Hole in the Wall: You know it’s good when being hard to find is in the name. Omelets, pancakes and Benedicts are great, but don’t miss the biscuits and mushroom gravy or Dutch baby German pancake with caramelized apples. 972 Gravenstein Highway, Sebastopol, 707-827-6040, holeinthewallrestaurantsebastopol.com

Healdsburg

Acorn Cafe: Acorn is the breakfast and brunch spot that Healdsburg has needed, with joyful takes on morning standards like sunny lemon ricotta pancakes with lemon curd, whipped ricotta and lavender ice cream or a riff on green eggs and ham with herby yogurt, poached eggs and grilled ham seasoned with Dukkah. 124 Matheson St., Healdsburg, 707-955-7001, acornhealdsburg.com

Rohnert Park

Don Julio’s: This Salvadoran pupusería is loved by locals who rave about the handmade pupusas (thick corn tortillas stuffed with savory filling and paired with spicy coleslaw). There are plenty of other options, too, including burritos, taco salads, tortas and enchiladas. 217 Southwest Blvd., Rohnert Park, 707-242-3160, donjulioslatingrill.com

Vinoma: Amazing empanadas at a gas station? You’ve found Vinoma. The Argentinian-style empanadas are flaky, delicious pockets of dough filled with meat, cheese, vegetables and fruit. Our favorites include beef Carne Suave with scallions, red onions, olives, chopped eggs and spices; the steak and cheese empanada; the al pastor with caramelized pineapple; and the less traditional plum and bacon empanada. Don’t miss the apple crisp for dessert along with alfajores, shortbread cookies filled with dulce de leche. 5085 Redwood Drive, Rohnert Park, 707-536-9215, vinoma.net

Santa Rosa

Abyssinia: This family-style Ethiopian restaurant offers a world of flavor, including the vegetarian combo, served with a house salad and injera bread. 913 Fourth St., Santa Rosa, 707-568-6455, my-abyssinia.com

Banh Mi at Thuan Phat: Still one of the best Vietnamese banh mi and, at $7.50, still a steal of a deal. 3020 Santa Rosa Ave., Suite H, Santa Rosa, 707-889-3966

Brother’s Café: The owners of Hole in the Wall in Sebastopol run a breakfast-all-day diner with many of the same proven dishes. 3135 Cleveland Ave., Santa Rosa, 707-541-6345, brotherscafesr.com

Canevari’s Delicatessen & Catering: This no-frills Italian American deli is the kind of spot Tony Soprano and his buddies would like if they lived in Santa Rosa, ordering sandwiches for lunch, like the Meatball Sub, BBQ Tri Tip and Spicy Pulled Pork, or housemade ravioli and cannoli for dessert. You might leave with slightly less healthy arteries but it’s totally worth it: this hidden gem is one of the best delis in Sonoma County. 695 Lewis Road, Santa Rosa, 707-545-6941, canevarisdeli.com

Las Palmas: This Mexican eatery tucked into a rather, er, colorful strip of Santa Rosa Avenue, is not the sort of place you stumble upon, but definitely a spot worth seeking out. What brings local foodies and more than a few off-duty chefs to this modest family restaurant is simple Mexican fare made by hand. Don’t miss the Camarones a la Diabla. 415 Santa Rosa Ave., Santa Rosa, 707-546-3091

Pupusería Salvadoreña: If you’re lucky, you’ll hear the swap, swap, swap of the kitchen ladies smacking out pupusas — corn cakes filled with cheese, vegetables or meat — and griddled to perfection. The pupusería also serves up tamales, yuca frita and empanadas, but hey, you’re here for the pupusas. 1403 Maple Ave., Santa Rosa, 707-544-3141

Savor Vietnamese: A former doughnut shop transformed into charming Vietnamese eatery Corner Park Cafe, which then changed name to Savor Vietnamese. Go for the pho, barbecue pork banh mi, fresh rolls and noodle bowls. Save some room for mango shaved ice, a specialty, and boba tea. 4275 Montgomery Drive, Santa Rosa, 707-539-2416, savorvietnamesecuisine.com

Tambayan: If you’re jonesing for some lumpia, halo-halo or adobo chicken, this Larkfield restaurant offers authentic cuisine from the Philippines. Tambayan means “hang out” in Tagalog (the native language of the Philippines). 600 Larkfield Center, Larkfield-Wikiup, 707-843-3824, tambayaneatery.com

Taqueria Molcajetes: Molcajete typically refers to a large volcanic stone bowl that is heated to approximately the temperature of the sun. Meats, fresh cheese, cactus paddles, green onions and seafood are mixed with a spicy chile stew and the whole sizzling, furious thing is brought to your table. It will remain steaming, molten and bubbling for nearly half an hour as you are enveloped by a refreshing meat and vegetable-scented steam. 1195 W. College Ave., Santa Rosa, 707-544-8280

Viethai Cuisine: The food here is the real deal. Run by a husband-and-wife team, the menu includes Southeast Asian street food like Nam Khao Tod (a crispy rice salad), corn fritters and satay along with spicy red curry, pad thai, Khao soi (coconut curry soup) and larger entrees. Pho is fragrant and nourishing, especially if you’re under the weather. Appetizers, like the crispy rice salad with bits of perfumed lemongrass and lime, are a must-try. 320 W. Third St., Suite G, Santa Rosa, 707-978-2292, viethaisr.com

Wooden Petal Bakeshop: Adorable knotted pretzels are the mainstay of baker Clare Hulme, but her Santa Rosa bakeshop offers tasty sandwiches (on pretzel buns, naturally) and soups to go. Though she often sells out, grab (or better yet, preorder) some sweet and savory pretzels for later. 4894 Sonoma Highway, Santa Rosa, 707-695-1880, woodenpetal.com

Petaluma

Roy’s Chicago Dogs at the Yard: This tiny, sit-at-the-counter joint offers variations of Vienna Beef franks for meat aficionados. Consider the traditional all-beef wiener, a half-pound “Home Wrecker,” a spicy fire dog or a Polish dog. Then load up with the 50 topping options, such as housemade pineapple mustard, Hell Fire sauce, onion rings and blue cheese. Also worth howling about: housemade pies and deep-fried Oreos. 84 Corona Road, Petaluma, 707-774-1574

What a Chicken: Choose from mixed grill plates as well as tacos and fall-off-the-bone ribs. Sides include potato salad, coleslaw and Spanish rice. We recommend going for the freshly made corn tortillas. 706 E. Washington St., Petaluma, 707-971-7549

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