The Wine Country Carnivore's Guide: Best Steaks in Sonoma County
Wine country isn't just about exceptional vintages—it's also home to some of California's most outstanding steakhouses and meat-focused restaurants. From classic cuts to creative preparations, these establishments prove that great wine deserves equally great protein pairings. Here's your guide to the best steaks across Sonoma and Napa wine country.
Sonoma County's Standout Selections
Starks Steakhouse delivers the ultimate steakhouse experience. The restaurant is located in an 1892 historic downtown Santa Rosa landmark, and is an exclusive partner with Certified Angus Beef®, serving both Choice and Prime selections. Stark’s is one of just a few restaurants in the Bay Area with dry aging in-house; an intensive process that deepens flavor, enhances tenderness, and gives each steak its signature richness.
Goodnight's Prime Steaks and Seafood in Healdsburg has earned its reputation as a local favorite, serving exceptional steaks that showcase the region's commitment to quality ingredients and expert preparation. We recommend taking some friends and opting for their generous, celebratory Tomahawk and Porterhouse steaks served with sauces, salts, and compound butters of your choice.
Table Culture Provisions combines market-fresh sourcing with skilled execution, delivering a 7-course tasting menu for $135 that reigns supreme in Petaluma. Though the menu changes frequently, today they are serving a Beef Pithivier & it’s Jus - Mushrooms Pomme Robuchon
Seared in Petaluma lives up to its name with perfectly executed steaks that highlight the natural flavors of premium beef through expert technique and careful attention to detail. Seared is known for its happy hour every Tuesday – Sunday from 3:30pm – 6:00pm featuring their soy marinated filet skewers with cabbage, papaya salad, sesame, ginger aioli and shaved prime rib dip, with jack cheese, caramelized onions, horseradish aioli, Della bread, essential jus.
Songbird Parlour in Glen Ellen offers our own take on wine country steaks, featuring the most tender, seared filet mignon with whipped potatoes, Russian River shiitakes, and red wine jus.
Planning Your Wine Country Steak Adventure
Whether you're seeking a romantic dinner after a day of wine tasting or celebrating a special occasion with friends, wine country's diverse steak offerings ensure every carnivore finds their perfect match. From traditional preparations to creative fusion approaches, these restaurants prove that exceptional wine deserves equally exceptional cuisine.
Each establishment brings its own personality to the steak experience—from Stark's old-school elegance to Table Culture Provision’s innovative technique, to Songbird Parlour's seasonal sophistication. The beauty of wine country dining lies in this variety, allowing you to explore different flavors and atmospheres while always knowing you'll find exceptional quality and wine-friendly preparations.