Things to Eat, Drink, and Enjoy in Russian River

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Things to Eat, Drink, and Enjoy in Russian River

Eatin' Good

A 10 minute drive east. Get a pitcher of Pliny the Elder and enjoy a great outdoor space with heaters and fire pits. Kid friendly, dog friendly, and killer food.
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Russian River Pub
11829 River Rd
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A 10 minute drive east. Get a pitcher of Pliny the Elder and enjoy a great outdoor space with heaters and fire pits. Kid friendly, dog friendly, and killer food. 
Sushi and burgers? Sounds wrong but tastes so right. This is the spot for easy and delicious takeout. Awesome rolls, cheesesteaks and burgers. Ask for the daily special (if they have the fig burger, get it).
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Koala's Fine Food
16380 Mill St
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Sushi and burgers? Sounds wrong but tastes so right. This is the spot for easy and delicious takeout. Awesome rolls, cheesesteaks and burgers. Ask for the daily special (if they have the fig burger, get it).
Farm-to-table restaurant on the main downtown strip of Guerneville, from an acclaimed chef who also owns the nextdoor El Barrio (amazing cocktail bar focusing on mezcal, tequila, and bourbon).
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boon eat + drink
16248 Main St
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Farm-to-table restaurant on the main downtown strip of Guerneville, from an acclaimed chef who also owns the nextdoor El Barrio (amazing cocktail bar focusing on mezcal, tequila, and bourbon).
I wouldn't say I seek out German food, but whatever your feelings on it, this place is downright phenomenal. Get a bunch of things and share. Great beers and wine.
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BROT modern german
16218 Main St
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I wouldn't say I seek out German food, but whatever your feelings on it, this place is downright phenomenal. Get a bunch of things and share. Great beers and wine.
This quick and easy option in the Safeway parking lot does not disappoint. The tortillas are perfectly grilled, the al pastor is to die for. Cash only.
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Guerneville taco truck
16632 Main St
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This quick and easy option in the Safeway parking lot does not disappoint. The tortillas are perfectly grilled, the al pastor is to die for. Cash only.
Such good sandwiches and service here! Whether you’re picking up takeout or eating by the river, this place is a great option. Don’t miss the gift shop to buy local goods for your friends and family back home.
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The Farmhand
15025 River Rd
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Such good sandwiches and service here! Whether you’re picking up takeout or eating by the river, this place is a great option. Don’t miss the gift shop to buy local goods for your friends and family back home.
Adorable outdoor cafe attached to a community garden and kid friendly skate park (bring your bikes/scooters). Get the shakshuka. Friendliest service and the most pleasant setting!
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Lightwave Coffee and kitchen
9725 Main St
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Adorable outdoor cafe attached to a community garden and kid friendly skate park (bring your bikes/scooters). Get the shakshuka. Friendliest service and the most pleasant setting!
Fancy ice cream in creative flavors. Sample lavender honeycomb, whiskey butterscotch, or peanut butter chocolate broken cone before you decide on your scoop!
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Nimble & Finn's
16290 Main St
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Fancy ice cream in creative flavors. Sample lavender honeycomb, whiskey butterscotch, or peanut butter chocolate broken cone before you decide on your scoop!

Cheers

A 22 minute drive to a gorgeous vineyard with a wonderful tasting experience! Call Bill’s taxi to enjoy safely.
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La Crema Estate at Saralee's Vineyard
3575 Slusser Rd
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A 22 minute drive to a gorgeous vineyard with a wonderful tasting experience! Call Bill’s taxi to enjoy safely.
Only a ten minute drive away, this family-run winery offers a $15 tasting (free if you purchase a bottle) in a picturesque outdoor setting overlooking the vines.
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Porter-Bass
11750 Mays Canyon Rd
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Only a ten minute drive away, this family-run winery offers a $15 tasting (free if you purchase a bottle) in a picturesque outdoor setting overlooking the vines.
Most wineries focus on the wine - I get it. But this place not only pours some fantastic tastings, they also have a wonderful food menu that'll help you enjoy another glass :) Try to make an appointment, otherwise swing on by and they'll likely be able to take great care of you.
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Russian River Vineyards
5700 California 116
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Most wineries focus on the wine - I get it. But this place not only pours some fantastic tastings, they also have a wonderful food menu that'll help you enjoy another glass :) Try to make an appointment, otherwise swing on by and they'll likely be able to take great care of you.
Classy cocktails in a laid back environment, on the main strip downtown. They have great light bites too.
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El Barrio
16230 Main St
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Classy cocktails in a laid back environment, on the main strip downtown. They have great light bites too.

Out & About

Gorgeous state park with majestic redwoods - a perfect place for a walk or picnic.
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Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve Visitor Center
17000 Armstrong Woods Rd
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Gorgeous state park with majestic redwoods - a perfect place for a walk or picnic.
Located in the heart of downtown, this is your one-stop shop for renting kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, floaties, bikes, and fishing gear. They'll even pick you up and give you a ride back once you've made it down the river! Call 707-869-2156 to make a reservation.
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King's Sport & Tackle
16258 Main St
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Located in the heart of downtown, this is your one-stop shop for renting kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, floaties, bikes, and fishing gear. They'll even pick you up and give you a ride back once you've made it down the river! Call 707-869-2156 to make a reservation.
Just a five minute drive down the street is this awesome mini golf course that usually has a food truck and/or ice cream available, and offers a glow in the dark course at night and free outdoor family movies every Friday at 8:30!
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Pee Wee Golf & Arcade
16155 Drake Rd
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Just a five minute drive down the street is this awesome mini golf course that usually has a food truck and/or ice cream available, and offers a glow in the dark course at night and free outdoor family movies every Friday at 8:30!
Off a side street in the downtown area is this popular beach—for good reason. Easy parking ($7), umbrellas at your service ($5), snacks, ice cream, beer and wine for purchase (just bring a card for everything—no cash). A mellow stretch of river means you can just wade around or sit in an inner tube and take it all in. The ultimate Guerneville scene.
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Johnson's Beach
16215 First St
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Off a side street in the downtown area is this popular beach—for good reason. Easy parking ($7), umbrellas at your service ($5), snacks, ice cream, beer and wine for purchase (just bring a card for everything—no cash). A mellow stretch of river means you can just wade around or sit in an inner tube and take it all in. The ultimate Guerneville scene.
This indie bookstore has a lovely selection of bestsellers, local authors, kids books and cool gift items. Grab a coffee next door and linger a while.
Russian River Books & Letters
This indie bookstore has a lovely selection of bestsellers, local authors, kids books and cool gift items. Grab a coffee next door and linger a while.

Explore

Jenner, where the Russian River meets the Pacific Ocean, is a 30 minute drive away. Check out the harbor seals and their pups at Goat Rock Beach (but leave your pup at home as it's a protected beach) or go for a seaside hike on the Kortum Trail. Bring layers, it can be much colder on the coast!
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Jenner
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Jenner, where the Russian River meets the Pacific Ocean, is a 30 minute drive away. Check out the harbor seals and their pups at Goat Rock Beach (but leave your pup at home as it's a protected beach) or go for a seaside hike on the Kortum Trail. Bring layers, it can be much colder on the coast!
This adorable outdoor market in Sebastopol (30 minute drive) has tons of great bars, restaurants and shops to browse. Dog and kid friendly. Great place for local goods and gifts.
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The Barlow
6770 McKinley St
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This adorable outdoor market in Sebastopol (30 minute drive) has tons of great bars, restaurants and shops to browse. Dog and kid friendly. Great place for local goods and gifts.
Take a trip to this coastal town and eat the BEST oysters, fish and chips, and crab cakes in a casual picnic table setting. This town is where the iconic Hitchcock film “The Birds” was filmed, but if you’re not into bird watching, you might spot a whale—Bodega Bay is one of the best whale watching spots on the west coast!
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Fishetarian Fish Market
599 CA-1
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Take a trip to this coastal town and eat the BEST oysters, fish and chips, and crab cakes in a casual picnic table setting. This town is where the iconic Hitchcock film “The Birds” was filmed, but if you’re not into bird watching, you might spot a whale—Bodega Bay is one of the best whale watching spots on the west coast!

Sightseeing

On your way to Jenner (or if you just want to explore a bit) head to Duncans Mills, a tiny little town with big time charm. Get a sandwich from the general store, have a glass of wine at Sophie's Cellars, and peruse the books at Poet's Corner.
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Duncans Mills
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On your way to Jenner (or if you just want to explore a bit) head to Duncans Mills, a tiny little town with big time charm. Get a sandwich from the general store, have a glass of wine at Sophie's Cellars, and peruse the books at Poet's Corner.