Jacob’s Restaurant
A hidden gem in Sonoma offering farm-to-table Italian delights with intensely flavorful dishes and excellent service.
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Jacob’s Restaurant
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A hidden gem in Sonoma offering farm-to-table Italian delights with intensely flavorful dishes and excellent service.
"Discover crab cakes that are hailed as among the best in California, a must-try for seafood lovers."
Visit on Weeknights
Avoid crowds by visiting on less busy evenings like Wednesday.
Ask Staff for Wine Advice
Seek recommendations from knowledgeable staff for wine pairings.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Italian
Price
Mid-range
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Farm-to-Table Italian Delights
Experience intensely flavorful Italian cuisine with a focus on farm-to-table freshness, featuring unique dishes.
Exceptional Crab Cakes
Discover crab cakes that are hailed as among the best in California, a must-try for seafood lovers.
Delicious Homemade Pasta
Savor wonderfully prepared pasta dishes, including ravioli and tortellini, that are a highlight for many diners.
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Visit on Weeknights
Avoid crowds by visiting on less busy evenings like Wednesday.
Ask Staff for Wine Advice
Seek recommendations from knowledgeable staff for wine pairings.
Try the Specials
Don't miss out on rotating specials like scallops with fettuccine or crab cakes.
Consider Outdoor Seating
Enjoy a pleasant dining experience with outdoor seating options.
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Visit on Weeknights
Avoid crowds by visiting on less busy evenings like Wednesday.
Ask Staff for Wine Advice
Seek recommendations from knowledgeable staff for wine pairings.
Try the Specials
Don't miss out on rotating specials like scallops with fettuccine or crab cakes.
Consider Outdoor Seating
Enjoy a pleasant dining experience with outdoor seating options.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Jacob's Restaurant is praised for its farm-to-table Italian cuisine, with standout dishes like crab cakes and homemade pasta. Diners appreciate the welcoming atmosphere and attentive service, though some found the pizza crust tough and mac and cheese disappointing. It's considered a hidden gem for gourmet food without the high price tag.
"A cute restaurant right next to Sonoma train station. Super convenient and cute restaurant with fresh tasty food and an amazing hostess. We only tried couple items but we plan to be back for more."
S K
"Fast and easy service. Nice atmosphere but we were disappointed with the pizza. Looked great but the crust was tough. Ravioli and tortellini were great. Garlic bread was good."
Marie Taylor
"In Sonoma it is not real easy to find a restaurant open on Tuesday or Wednesday. Luckily we found Jacob’s. This is a small family business. The service and staff are great.
The server recommend wines were very good.
We ordered bruschetta 4/5, calamari 5/5, and a pizza half Sonoma 5/5 and half ham and pineapple 5/5. The pizza crust is very good."
Ron Rogers
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Frequently Asked Questions
Signature dishes include intensely flavorful Italian cuisine, exceptional crab cakes, and delicious homemade pasta like ravioli and tortellini.
The restaurant is welcoming and serves crowd-pleasing Italian food, making it a good option for families.
To avoid crowds, it's recommended to visit during less busy times like Wednesday evenings.
Yes, the knowledgeable staff can recommend wines to pair with your meal, though one review noted a staff member's limited wine knowledge.
Common complaints include a tough pizza crust and disappointing mac and cheese, though many dishes are highly praised.
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Peres and Rubio own Jacob’s Restaurant, a pizzeria and Italian place off Broadway, and were former part-owners of Maya Restaurant and La Hacienda. Peres started as a waitress at Maya in 1999.
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