Review Washoe House - Petaluma

I've passed this place for years going to Bodega. Finally stopped and now I always will stop and have some drinks and great food. Dane the bartender was super cool. Killer vibe in a Saturday night.

So, I was driving down stoney point road in Santa Rosa towards Petaluma, when I came upon this old red building. It was two stories and it said tavern on it. I got curious and stopped. It was called the Washoe house and it was a bar and restaurant. I had to try it out. It was a locals place, out among the farms and ranches. A place much like the places I grew up around in Monterey county. Very cool escoteric atmosphere. If you like bars and restaurants that are unique and historical, this is one of these places. In operation since the 1850's. I took a look around the 🏫 lding, and then the bar and dining area. A number of locals were eating and drinking at the bar. The menu was simple, but all home made soups. Prices were ok. I had a beer, french dip and their home made potatoe soup, plus 2 bbq oysters. I could tell the soup was home made by the cream texture, thickness of the soup and the size of the vegetable chunks. If your are traveling the back roads of Sonoma county, I suggest place for a meal and to look around.

This is very unique location to visit. Full of history and intriguing accessories. I enjoyed just stopping by and service was good as well. Not for everyday visit but definitely worth checking out) .

This is a very down home. Ruralish place with great basic American food. Great drinks. Good service. The atmosphere is the kind where there are a lot more men than women there. Although a few families. It's a great vibe, but I certainly wouldn't start talking politics with anyone. Love it!

Cool historic old bar / restaurant that's got a great vibe, good food and friendly staff. Eaten here a few times now and the food is consistently good with generous portions. The chicken Marsala and lemon herb chicken might be my favorites but the stew with polenta and burger, and the pork chop are all good choices. There's the bar side and then also a dining side. Fun to imagine that this place has been around for like 150 years or something now.

If you are passing through on the 101, do yourself a favor and take the beautiful drive past idyllic California rural land and stop by this historic landmark for a great meal and a down to earth atmosphere. I ordered the NY steak sandwich for lunch... Yum!

Historic building. The staff are very nice. They have a variety of choices in their menu. The atmosphere is ok but tends to get crowded in the weekend.

What a great place! Food was really good. Steak fries are addictive! The tomatoes/lettuce on the burger were fresh. Other party had the French Dip and enjoyed it. Lots of locals. Bar was full of truckers and construction guys. Will certainly be back.

I am a tourist from Edmonds, WA. Dropped into bar yesterday....hadn't been there in 10+ years. The money all over is a total hoot! The lovely bartendress was fun!

Stopped here on the way home from our coastal vacation for breakfast. Upon entering the restaurant, we realized it is also a bar. Everyone is very friendly and service was very good. The menu is simple, but still has many of the main dishes we were looking for. I ordered the chorizo skillet and my husband order the chicken fried steak. Both meals were great and no complaints. The bar is very unique, it has money hanging everywhere from the ceiling. Appears to be a local favorite.