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Seasonal standout
The Beet
Historic Downtown Core • Seasonal California Restaurant • Best Overall Pick
A bright, modern space where seasonal small plates, fresh pastas, and natural wines anchor Cloverdale’s most contemporary menu.
The Beet feels like a little slice of modern Sonoma dropped right onto Cloverdale Boulevard, with a menu that changes often enough to keep locals curious. Expect vibrant vegetables, thoughtful pastas, and shareable plates that pair naturally with their well-chosen wines. It’s a go-to when you want something special but still relaxed and unpretentious.
02
Classic date-night choice
Piacere Ristorante Italiano
North Cloverdale Boulevard • Classic Italian Ristorante • Wine-Country Date Night
Old-school Italian hospitality with housemade pastas, rich sauces, and generous pours makes Piacere a cozy evening staple.
Piacere leans into the comforting side of Italian dining, with familiar dishes like veal scaloppine, seafood pastas, and hearty antipasti served in a warm, white-tablecloth setting. The room is intimate without being stuffy, and the staff has a knack for steering you toward the right bottle from their Italian-leaning list. It’s the kind of place locals book for anniversaries, visiting family, or a relaxed, lingering dinner after a day of wine tasting.
03
Lively hangout
Wolf House Brewing Co.
First Street At The Plaza • Lively Brewery And Gastropub • Best For Beer Lovers
House-brewed beers, hearty pub dishes, and a buzzy patio make Wolf House the social hub of many Cloverdale evenings.
Wolf House Brewing pulls in everyone from cyclists and tasting-room staff to families meeting up after youth sports, thanks to its easygoing taproom energy. The food goes well beyond snacks, with burgers, sandwiches, and plates designed to stand up to a pint. On warm evenings, the outdoor seating near the plaza gives you a front-row seat to downtown’s low-key nightlife.
04
Crowd-pleasing comfort spot
Railroad Station Bar & Grill
Railroad Station District • Casual American Bar And Grill • Best For Families And Groups
A friendly bar-and-grill with big-portion burgers, salads, and comfort plates that keeps everyone at the table happy.
Railroad Station Bar & Grill is the dependable pick when you’ve got a mixed crew and need a broad, approachable menu. From burgers and flatbreads to salads and daily specials, there’s plenty to choose from, plus a full bar and local wines by the glass. The space is relaxed and family-friendly, making it an easy choice after a day on the river or the road.
05
Beloved Mexican favorite
El Milagro Cocina Mexicana
South Cloverdale Gateway • Colorful Mexican Cocina • Local Comfort-Food Favorite
Generous plates of Mexican comfort food, from sopes and enchiladas to carnitas and margaritas, draw regulars night after night.
El Milagro feels like a neighborhood gathering place, with warm service and a menu that leans into deeply flavored, home-style dishes. The plates are plentiful, the tortillas are fresh, and the salsa has real personality, whether you’re tucking into a combo plate or something from the specials board. It’s an easy stop right off the boulevard when you’re craving bold flavors in a relaxed, family-run setting.