Valette

We ate here on the nice patio and had a very nice meal. The tuna poke was out of this world good. I should have had 3 for dinner. My husband’s pork chop was great too, and service was on point. The owner, Valette, even came out to say hello.

If you come to Healdsburg or are even remotely close, make this place a stop. I can’t say enough good things about this establishment. Service was impeccable, food was outstanding, and the atmosphere was very nice. We were fortunate to sit at a six too close to the kitchen. Best seats in the house as we were able to see all of the wonderful dishes being put out by the Chef and Sous Chefs. We will definitely come back during our next visit to wine country.

Food was great, service was excellent and location was just perfect. Also, the restaurant has its own wine after the restaurants name, it is really good, definitely have a glass of their wine with your meal. Street parking only.

Creative, refreshing, and very tasty! The liberty duck breast is not oily at all. And the ahi poke has an avocado that’s coated with egg yolk. Love it.

We are so fortunate to have secured a reservation at Valette! A fabulous meal with absolutely top-notch service. We had a large group, so had a tasting menu and every bite was fantastic! Poke, buratta, trout, beef, dessert -- every dish was well thought out and a true culinary treat.

The food was superb. We enjoyed our meal. The service wasn’t good. Our cocktails arrived at the same time as the appetizers. We ordered a table dish and an appetizer and they arrived at the same time. We never received peppers we ordered. He asked if we wanted bread, and then it never came. The pacing felt very odd all night, and they weren’t that busy. Our waiter seemed to dislike us, but we never even complained. We were just enjoying our dinner. We ordered a desert, and he ran off. He left it at the table and never asked if we wanted coffee or a digestif. He dropped off the check and walked away. I asked him if we could order a coffee or an after dinner drink, and he seemed shocked. We asked for coffee and what digestifs he had. He brought the wine menu and left it on the far corner of the table instead of handing it to me. I had to get up to get it. It was very strange. It felt like they disliked tourists. Our waiter was pleasantly chatting with everyone around us. It was a very uneven experience.

Really enjoyed the dining experience at Valette. The farm-to-table Californian menu items were all prepared with top notch, fresh ingredients, and the attentive and friendly service made it easy to relax and enjoy the tasty dinner with friends!

My wife and I went to Valette for our 15th anniversary at the recommendation of a friend. It was AMAZING! IN FACT, IT WAS THE BEST MEAL WE'VE EVER HAD! Service was top notch, in fact we had customized menus for our anniversary (see picture). The owner Bob came out to introduce himself and congratulate us on our celebration, and tell usball about the history. Harry (GM) was awesome, he checked in on us and made sure everything was good. The FOOD WAS INSANE!! We ordered the "Chefs Choice" and it was five courses of WOW cooked to PERFECTION! On top of that they paired each course with a great wine to make it even better! ABSOLUTELY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE AND THESE PEOPLE!! BRAVO!!

We ate here on the nice patio and had a very nice meal. The tuna poke was out of this world good. I should have had 3 for dinner. My husband’s pork chop was great too, and service was on point. The owner, Valette, even came out to say hello.

If you come to Healdsburg or are even remotely close, make this place a stop. I can’t say enough good things about this establishment. Service was impeccable, food was outstanding, and the atmosphere was very nice. We were fortunate to sit at a six too close to the kitchen. Best seats in the house as we were able to see all of the wonderful dishes being put out by the Chef and Sous Chefs. We will definitely come back during our next visit to wine country.

Food was great, service was excellent and location was just perfect. Also, the restaurant has its own wine after the restaurants name, it is really good, definitely have a glass of their wine with your meal. Street parking only.

Creative, refreshing, and very tasty! The liberty duck breast is not oily at all. And the ahi poke has an avocado that’s coated with egg yolk. Love it.

We are so fortunate to have secured a reservation at Valette! A fabulous meal with absolutely top-notch service. We had a large group, so had a tasting menu and every bite was fantastic! Poke, buratta, trout, beef, dessert -- every dish was well thought out and a true culinary treat.

The food was superb. We enjoyed our meal. The service wasn’t good. Our cocktails arrived at the same time as the appetizers. We ordered a table dish and an appetizer and they arrived at the same time. We never received peppers we ordered. He asked if we wanted bread, and then it never came. The pacing felt very odd all night, and they weren’t that busy. Our waiter seemed to dislike us, but we never even complained. We were just enjoying our dinner. We ordered a desert, and he ran off. He left it at the table and never asked if we wanted coffee or a digestif. He dropped off the check and walked away. I asked him if we could order a coffee or an after dinner drink, and he seemed shocked. We asked for coffee and what digestifs he had. He brought the wine menu and left it on the far corner of the table instead of handing it to me. I had to get up to get it. It was very strange. It felt like they disliked tourists. Our waiter was pleasantly chatting with everyone around us. It was a very uneven experience.

Really enjoyed the dining experience at Valette. The farm-to-table Californian menu items were all prepared with top notch, fresh ingredients, and the attentive and friendly service made it easy to relax and enjoy the tasty dinner with friends!

My wife and I went to Valette for our 15th anniversary at the recommendation of a friend. It was AMAZING! IN FACT, IT WAS THE BEST MEAL WE'VE EVER HAD! Service was top notch, in fact we had customized menus for our anniversary (see picture). The owner Bob came out to introduce himself and congratulate us on our celebration, and tell usball about the history. Harry (GM) was awesome, he checked in on us and made sure everything was good. The FOOD WAS INSANE!! We ordered the "Chefs Choice" and it was five courses of WOW cooked to PERFECTION! On top of that they paired each course with a great wine to make it even better! ABSOLUTELY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE AND THESE PEOPLE!! BRAVO!!

My five star review has one caveat. If the sun is out and it's 79 degrees or higher reserve and inside table. We sat at the bar rather than the outside. It was quite comfortable and Adrian our server was delightful, competent with a great attitude. Behind the bar there is a wine wall with top quality wines for every taste and pairing requirement. I recognized most but we had brought our own. In the future I would gladly select from the wall. The space itself is modern, rich and top notch. The service was beyond expectations. I've eaten at several Healdsburg restaurants one Michelin starred and none met the bar set by Valette. We ordered the "Cheff's Choice" with six courses and after each course the entire place setting was removed and a new one placed before us. Each dish presenter was a work of art. Two of us shared the six courses which allowed us to throughly enjoy and savor the complexity of each dish. With every course came an explanation of the ingredients with an opportunity to share our thoughts with Adrian post entré. At the risk of boring you I want to share our choices and pictures to prepare you for your future dinning pleasure. We started with Sashimi grade Hawaiian Ahi poke. Notable was Komi emulation and lightly grilled avacado, wow! Second was the Heirloom tomatoes and Burrata. Notable the home made focaccia and smoked tomato jam, delicious. Third Kobe beef tartar with Aussie Perigold Truffles and green pepper corns, unforgettable. Fourth Alaskan Halibut and Manila Clams. The picture shows it all, wonderful. Fifth came the Prime New York Strip Loin topped with chimichurri perfectly done full of flavor. And finally a fantastically flavorful rich yet light dessert accompanied by a capuchino, I know, never in the PM but this is Healdsburg not France! I hope this review isn't over the top because if you haven't tried Valette you're really missing a treat!

The GOOD: beautiful ambiance and the pot de crème dessert was quite yummy. So was the tomato/burrata appetizer. The NOT-SO-GOOD: the dinner rolls were cold in the center. I ordered the Sonoma Salad, which unfortunately never came. The halibut entree was cooked well but I found it bland. It was served on a bed of corn kernels which I also found bland. The service was ok. The owner came and gave us a personal greeting. He was really nice but I was just ready to go.

The food was good: excellent presentation and well made, though, the service was just okay. My main issue was that the wine list was provided to our table on a hard to navigate app on a dirty iPad which is just sort of classless. I've seen this at other restaurants (usually chain restaurants in cities I don't want to be in while traveling for work) so I was disappointed to see this at Valette. The server didn't seem to know much about the wine (or had poor ability to communicate about the wine) and our drinks came out after we almost finished our first course. I am not dying to return. Four stars for the food. Also interesting that a review below mentions the birthday treatment which sounds lovely. It was my birthday - and they did nothing to acknowledge it.

Food was great, service was excellent and location was just perfect. Also, the restaurant has its own wine after the restaurants name, it is really good, definitely have a glass of their wine with your meal. Street parking only.

Absolutely wonderful tasting experience at Valette in Healdsburg, that was even better than my tasting experience at their nearby sister restaurant, The Matheson. Valette stands out as a great spot for a special occasion meal. We each ordered the 5 plate tasting, and the way they do the tasting menu for couples is ingenious: each individual gets a different dish, which allows you to taste a total of 10 dishes, assuming your partner is willing to share their bites with you. Highlights include: day boat scallop encroute, carrot soup with candied fennel and whipped creme fraiche, their New York steak, a pasta that came with our tasting (but not on the main menu) and their desserts, particularly the bread, butter and jam. We loved the ten varied plate tasting for couples, and wondered why all restaurants don't do this. Everything we had was delicious perfectly prepared, service was relaxed and still attentive, timing was near perfect and they even printed our name on the menu for our special event. Impressed. Such a nice spot!

Delicious food! Everything is cooked to perfection, whether the New York steak or the trout. Ahi tuna was incredibly fresh and that seaweed chip was delicious. Even their fresh baked bread and butter are to die for! Their homemade snickers bar is so delicious. Layers of chocolate, peanut, and caramel - yum! Great wine list, fantastic service, fresh ingredients, and flavorful sauce pairings make Valette my new favorite. Just be aware that the restaurant is fairly small and the tables are close together. Make reservations and know that it does get very loud inside. All noise echoes across the walls so it's hard to hear others talk.

Valette was AMAZING. Best steak I have ever had in Sonoma County. The owner, Dustin is so nice; he came by and greeted our table and talked. I noticed other tables got welcome champagne- we did not. Our servers were not friendly AT ALL and seemed to be rushing us out of there the whole time. Maybe because we were not ordering the high end stuff. But still over $300 for 3 people is reasonable. All in all, this place gets 5 stars BECAUSE of the food and owner, but next time I will get the wine flight and 5 course meal to get the "attention" deserved. This place needs to work on their wait staff- they seemed unhappy.... For a place this nice we expect 5 star service. We were there 5/17, party of 3 at 5:15.

What an experience! We were out exploring Healdsburg for the day and asked someone which restaurant they recommended in the area. No hesitation; they said Valette, and off we went. We were fortunate to be seated promptly, as they had space for us at the bar on this very busy Saturday evening. This space is truly stunning and welcoming, with ample indoor and outdoor seating. The restaurant buzzed with lively energy, creating a vibrant atmosphere that was contagious. We ordered the Fava Green Pesto & Burrata, Scallops en Croute, and Liberty Duck Breast, awarding each dish a perfect 5/5. The real standout to me was the Scallops en Croute with Jack Herron's Wild Fennel Pollen, White Sturgeon Caviar, and a Champagne Beurre Blanc nestled inside a puff pastry topped with squid ink. A very popular dish. Their menu is fun, captivating, and meticulously designed. We were also celebrating my birthday week, and the servers were kind enough to bring me a slice of cake with a candle and a signature Valette birthday card--a thoughtful touch. The service was unmatched, truly setting a standard. I can feel and taste how passionate the Valette team is about excelling in their craft. I look forward to many more experiences with them.

How do I give them 6 STARS?!! I'm sad to see some others did not have the Fantastic experience that we did. We were celebrating our anniversary, and Bob Valette (the owner) swung by to chat for a few minutes. He's a real treat. Protect Bob at all costs. He even wrote us a personal card saying Happy Anniversary. So Sweet! We had a 7:15pm reservation on a Friday night. Clearly, we lucked out on this as this place is Hopping on the weekends. We arrived on time and were seated immediately. They even hung my jacket and scarf for me behind the host stand along with other so that it didn't have to lay on a chair next to me as we ate. Alfredo was our main guy, but he had several helpers running food out and making sure our water glasses were always attended to. Starters: Fava Green Pesto and Burrata - they were accommodating and split this between the 2 of us. Really didn't have to, but it made for a very nice presentation for both of us. The burrata as you'd expect was 'melt in your mouth' creamy. The speck ham was AMAZING. I kinda just want a plate of that. Day Boat Scallops en Croute - we seriously had no idea that this would be the Show Stopper for us. Alfredo made it sound tasty, but we had no idea how Fantastic the presentation would be nor how very decadent it is. The Caviar Champagne Beurre Blanc is the definition of Sinful. WOW! Wear the stretchy pants because they do not skimp on butter, and this is rich and savory all at once that I almost licked the plate. I did scrape it as much as possible with my fork and knife to get all the goodness into my mouth. The scallops are succulent, juicy and meaty and do a good job of being the vehicle for all that yummy-licious sauce. For our mains, we had the Duck Breast, Lassen Steelhead and a side of veggies. The duck was hearty and served on a bed of farro with a cherry sauce. The steelhead was moist and flaky but more of a salmon type of fish so was medium bodied in texture and was served with a few potatoes and endives. Both were excellent and paired nicely with the Hawley Pinot Noir we brought with us. We were perfectly satisfied so that we did not order dessert. I did venture a look at the dessert menu and wish I was not so full. Alas, next time. Valette offers a "trust me"... aka Chef's tasting menu that is 5 courses minimum and starts at $100. I don't know how I would last since I was full with sharing 2 appetizers and enjoying my 1 main dish. I think the 5 courses might be too much for me. Of course, if you are hungry, this might be the best way to try Everything the chef has to offer that night. Note: Corkage fee is $25/bottle (750ml). Max 2 bottles. Our bill (we brought our own wine, had a bottle of sparkling water and an additional glass of wine) = $191 before tax/tip. Tip: If you know you're going to be in Healdsburg, try to make a reservation a couple weeks in advance as this place is always busy.

Do the right thing and get the wine pairing. Every dish was perfectly paired with the perfect glass of wine with generous pours.

An absolute top tier experience! We dined here for the first time to celebrate my wife's birthday. We were greeted with a personalized menu wishing my wife a happy birthday, complementary sparkling wine, and a thoughtful birthday card. The owner also stopped by and introduced himself, and spent some time warmly chatting with us. Just wonderful. Our very knowledgeable and friendly server suggested the five-course tasting menu, and we decided on that (although we declined on the offered wine pairings, having come from an extended tasting earlier that afternoon). Every course was delightful. Presentation of each was aesthetically beautiful and unique, and each course offered unique tastes and combinations of elements. By the last course we were absolutely stuffed to the gills. Not only did the entire experience exceed our expectations, we both felt Valette needs to become a regular staple of our Healdsburg return visits. This has not always been true of Healdsburg vendors, shops, and destinations. Some of the more "tourist-forward" kinds of businesses have been, well, disappointing in prior trips up here. Not so with Valette. We will definitely be back, as Valette has left up to the top of our Healdsburg short list.

This has easily become a new favorite place to dine! Everything was perfect from the food to the service. The staff is so welcoming and knowledgeable on the dishes and drinks. They were also sweet enough to acknowledge our anniversary and gave us some sweet treats! It was our first time dining here and we look forward to returning soon!

My better half and I have eaten at Valette in the past, and we'd undoubtedly dine here more often if seatings were easier to access much of the year. It's a popular place, the "trust the chef"'s tasting menu (up from $18 to now $20/course minimum 5 courses - so $100/per) is a decent deal - so we get it. We dined here Saturday night and scored an early indoor seating for two. Corkage is a fair $25/bottle and waved if you buy one off their own wine list - which is very fair. Dinner was excellent and service as usual was prompt and friendly. My wife and I got 5 different courses so it becomes a 10 course tasting menu for both of us - which is clever and given the area reasonably cost effective. Highlights of the meal included the beef tartar, the steak with these decadent mash potatoes, the tuna poke, the scallop in the puff pastry with squid black ink glaze (would have liked two scallops in that dish however), and the duck breast. Solid protein preps ! A swell restaurant meal (again) and we will undoubtedly return ! Very friendly service (one of the owners Dad stopped by again to chat) and he was warm and actually nice to speak with as well. Great family run establishment. I love the "off season" time in our area for exactly these reasons. Kudos for also providing proper glassware for our bottle of wine (an Oregon Pinot - a change from our usual preference of local cabs) - which is not always a given, sadly. Highly enjoyable meal and we will return again and again ! Recommended.

Service is great, atmosphere is relaxing and food is good. They let you bring your dog on the patio too.

This is our second visit and it was exactly as I remembered it. The food is truly outstanding. We were lucky enough to snag a couple of barstools right when it opened at 5:30. Watching the staff juggle their duties making drinks and serving food is really a work of art. There is seating outside as well as inside, and always a buzz in the restaurant. I think it is truly one of those places that you have to return to every time you come to Healdsburg .

Vallette has been our special place for important dates such as Valentine's, birthdays Anniversary. Not only is the food and atmosphere fantastic, but so is the staff. This evening my husband arranged a reservation to celebrate my birthday. Harry the manager and Shaun the assistant manager made our evening very special. Thank you for the special treatment. This is the reason we keep coming back. Ron&eileen Riggan

Oct 2023 Seasonal menu which is nice per change. Friends have mentioned that the set menu is better to check out. In this case we got our own dishes. Service was helpful with any questions. Check ins and water refills infrequent. We were seated outside through the inside seemed quite loud with a celebration of sorts. I had ordered the yellow squash and saffron soup, estate heirloom tomatoes and burrata, and rounded estate zucchini to try each of the veggie dishes. Compatriots ordered the crispy skin black cod, and the new york strip loin. While presentation was nice for a lot of the dishes, none of the flavors really wowed me. I did like the freshness of the ingredients though. The soup was simple and good, but didn't seem much different from a nice squash puree. The burrata light and more toast to the bread would've been nice. The rounded estate zucchini did have a nice crust to it but the sauce much too little, and a lack of salt otherwise. The steak was cooked to temperature and the sauce complimented well at least. Compatriot wasn't a fan of the fish with texture not there, and crispy skin not there. Maybe just too high of expectations, but might consider the dinner set based on friends recommendation to get a better range of different dishes if ever by again. Just missed some marks really for us based on what we had.

Wow wow wow! This is hands down one of the nicest restaurants in Napa. We celebrated a birthday in this beautiful rustic family owned restaurant and couldn't have been happier with the service and food. The owner even came by our table to say happy birthday. Food is exquisite - must get the scallop pastry for the table, the garden salad was very special and not my typical thing, steak delicious and the pork chop a good contender to mustards grill which is my favorite. Snicker pie for dessert a must! Loved the fresh roles out of the oven and as many as you'd like. We had a wonderful celebration and won't be able to eat for a while we're still stuffed by the generous portions.

Valette Restaurant is located in the downtown Healdsburg area and has both indoor and outdoor seating. I love the ambiance of this place and the service is always excellent! We have been here several times since the food is amazing! The staff are friendly and it's always a great experience dining here. The food is absolutely delicious! I ordered the Pan Seared Lassen Steel Head and my husband got the Smoked Prime New York Steak. We shared a Sonoma County Citrus Salad that was also amazing! The wine list has amazing options and I love that they have wines from local wineries.

Valette went above and beyond for our bday celebration! This was one of the best meals I have ever had. Fabulous wine list, incredible lobster pasta special, and the "not a snickers" dessert was also off the charts! Wish we lived close. Would frequent as much as possible! Service was incredible. We even met Valette, the owner, who was so charming. The outdoor patio was beautiful. Loved everything about this restaurant!

A great fine dining experience at a reasonable price! The set menu is $20/per course with a minimum of 5 courses (not sure what the maximum is lol). I had the vegetarian set menu which included a gem lettuce salad appetizer, cold honeydew soup, veggie take on carbonara, mushroom risotto, and a snickers bar-esque cake as dessert. I really enjoyed every course, especially their modified carbonara which used tomato vinaigrette to add some tangy-ness to the creamy flavor of the pasta. For drinks try the "follow your passion" if you like sweet fruity drinks, though it might be too sweet for some (almost tastes like juice, but in a good way). The pacing is perfect - once you finish your dish the next one arrives shortly after. Excellent service as well. The staff are knowledgeable and friendly, and the owner even came by personally to wish everyone celebrating a special occasion.

What an elegant dining experience. The service is attentive and the food is amazing. We did the tasting menu which is so much food - every item on the menu is crafted with creativity and cooked to perfection. Don't miss the scallops en croute!

A perfect dining experience! Started with Champagne at the bar before being seated. Once seated, enjoyed of the best foie gras appetizers I've ever had (special for the day). We had entrees of steelhead and pork chop. Just excellent on every level. Service was relaxed but spot on. The GM was very personable and came by to make sure everything was to our liking. IT WAS!!

Came here for my anniversary and had a wonderful time. The service was great and the cocktail and wine menu is extensive. We particularly enjoyed the ahi tuna dish.

Went to Valette for an early Valentine's Day dinner and we were not disappointed. We arrived minutes before our reservation time and were greeted and seated immediately. The restaurant has a beautiful ambiance that is not too bright and not too dark. The table spacing was enough to not encroach on your neighbors' conversation. We began with a couple cocktails and moved to the "Try Me" tasting menu. It was absolutely delicious. We went with 5 courses and the food was plenty to share and timing between was perfect. Valette's staff is consistently checking in and seeing if you need anything and filling your glass. This is a great place to go if you want to enjoy a special dinner or romantic date. Get the scallops...they are phenomenal.

Unbelievable.....first time here and wow. 5/5 any day. 6/5 if I could. Can't wait to try the entire menu. An absolute GEM. Dukes bar then Valette - you are in for a treat. Fast forward 4 more times here and it's an absolute must. In my opinion possibly best restaurant in Sonoma county

We recently celebrated my mom's 90th birthday here and had a wonderful meal! Everything was topnotch, from the warm greeting we received by everyone upon arrival, to the personalized menu with birthday greeting, to the birthday card my mom was presented with her complimentary (fantastic!) snicker bar dessert, our terrific table, and the food... omg the food! Two of us had the porkchops. They were cooked to perfection with a lovely glaze and accompaniments. My sister had the steak and was very happy! We ordered the chocolate dessert and shared the extra one they brought for mom. It was a very special evening due in large part to the restaurant going out of their way to ensure we were happy. Oh and our server was attentive and wonderful!

Lovely restaurant with very good food and great service. Four of us dined here last week and we all loved our meal. Loved the muscles. Would recommend this gem when you are in Healdsburg.

We were in Healdsburg for a short 2 day visit as it's been years since we've been back. This was our fav restaurant of the 2 places we dined for dinner over 2 days and was our favorite. I would have been happy eating here both nights. The place is casual and staff is friendly but restraint. We started with their rolls which were very good. Hubby really liked his duck which was tasty and very tender compared to the duck I had the night before elsewhere. My black cod was cooked perfectly and the chimichurri sauce with it was wonderful. We ended with a pavlova which I don't usually order but it was good. Hubby liked his panna cotta and like it too. Plan to be back here for dinner again when we return to Healdsb

Just amazing, incredible, and utterly divine. We did the "trust me" course (5 dishes of chef's choice). An incredible palette pleasing experience that exceeded all expectations! Thoughtfully planned classic dishes with a fresh and modern take. Be prepared for a long meal (2.5 hours). This is a truly a culinary treat that words cannot do justice to. Better than some Michelin rated restaurants!

Starting with the good, the atmosphere is great and some of the dishes we had were really good (ny strip, duck, bread). Some of the food was mid (foie gras). Some of the food was bad (salad, tartar). The drinks were also eh, high variance in quality. Some were delicious, and others tasted like straight liquor. The service was okay, not bad but just mediocre. Overall for the other reviews left and for the high prices, leaving disappointed.

We visited with another couple, and decided to do the "Trust Me" tasting menu. It's $20 a course, with a minimum of 5 courses. But, unlike other tasting menus, they brought each of in the couple different courses! So we got to taste SO many of the delicious dishes. It was fantastic! The day scallops en croute were delicious. So fragrant, and what a great presentation. The soup was amazing. And I loved the duck so much but was pretty full by that course! Next time might have to just order that dish. The service was so friendly and attentive. We really enjoyed ourselves. Oh, and when I got back to the hotel I discovered that I had lost an earring. I called the restaurant, and they had found it! I went back the next morning, and it was attached to a note with my name on it. Amazing.

My husband and I decided to dine here on the last night of our honeymoon thanks to a recommendation by a close friend. Valette did not disappoint. We were greeted with warm faces and a glass of bubbles to celebrate. The service was extraordinary. I cannot remember the last time we dined in a place with such hospitality. In addition to the exceptional service, each bite we had was spectacular. Next time we are in the area, we will definitely return.

The food here is always amazing. I actually preferred being seated outside, because this popular venue often gets a bit hectic and noisy inside. The food and service were a delight as always.

Another overrated restaurant. We called on Friday for a Saturday seating at 5:00pm. The pretentious answer was, we might be able to fit you in on a small table but we cannot be late. Once we got there, we saw that the restaurant was 50% occupied. And it stayed that way thought the evening. We ordered the foie gras, the scallops and the salad for appetizers. All three were good. The scallops were perfectly cooked. Then came the disastrous main courses. The Chilean sea bass was overcooked and dry with no hint of seasoning including the stuff that was underneath, whatever it was. It is such a juicy and delicious fish when done right. Alas, this chef is unaware of how to do it right. I gave up eating it about 3/4 of the way through despite being hungry. The staff was raving about the duck so it was even more disappointing to find it chewy and tasteless. All you have to do with a duck breast is to salt it and then slowly render the fat off. The chef must've been asleep during the duck class. We were glad to have not tried the 4 course meal. We're staying away from this establishment and would like to wish you good luck if you decide to go.

Place is nice, dinner was ok, I really wanted to give this 5 stars but there were a few things that could've been better. Sandra forgot our scallops appetizer which was a bummer, she said sorry after we asked about it but i felt she could've gone above and beyond and offered a complimentary desert as an apology and it would've done wonders for my experience (standard modus operandi for any high end restaurant) The older bearded gentleman in a suit brought us the appetizer at the end of our meal, didn't apologize, didn't engage, just dropped off the appetizer and left, really odd behavior for a so called "high end restaurant" The duck breast was rough too, felt like you were biting into a 2 dollar steak but overall the rest of the food was great, Solid 2.5 stars for me but this experience could have easily been a 5

Nothing to brag about, was not impress with the food or the restaurant considering we had the last sitting reservation at 9 pm. Made it sound like the restaurant was so popular and filled to capacity. When we arrived there were plenty of empty tables. The only dish that was good was the corn side dish. We ordered quite a bit of food, Charcuterie board with their local cheese and side dishes too. Our wait staff kept pouring and pushing our sparkling water, which is strange. Really disappointed as this is our first time in Healdsburg. Ambiance is okay, not a very big place, a bit dark. Could see the menu, had to use camera flashlight to see.

INCREDIBLE doesn't even begin to describe this place or our experience.... This was our first time in the area celebrating my birthday, we had just arrived in the Sonoma area and we stayed in Healdsburg and came here to Valente for dinner and it was the absolute best meal we've had on our trip! Frank, was our server, he helped us make all the right dinner choices.... Then, Shaun, one of the managers, gave us some stellar recommendations for the area. Even Bob, the owners' father, came over to greet us. The service was impeccable and the food was out of this world! Do yourself a favor and don't miss out on this incredible spot. Cannot thank the team enough for making this experience so memorable!! We couldn't get enough so we came over to their sister restaurant's rooftop , Roof 106, the very next afternoon (also another must try location)! Wish we were staying longer!

Our dining experience was absolutely spectacular for my boyfriend's birthday at Valette. I was a food writer for years and have dined in many top restaurants in the US and abroad, so my comparisons are many. For a special occasion in particular, I look for restaurants that have a very high quality in food; tasteful, creative decor; and exemplary service -- but I also want unpretentious places that feel authentic -- like someone's passion project that is uncontrived yet purposeful, and where I feel that the value is there. We chose the chef's 5-course tasting menu with wine pairing since we were celebrating a birthday. We had no idea it would be so over the top. We expected that we would be served the same foods or have a few options, but we were served ten dishes and ten wines. We thought portions would be on the small side, but each was absolutely sufficient for both of us to enjoy a few bites of all 20 servings of food and wine. We were so delighted we could barely contain ourselves! Every dish was impressive and the wines were far above average in price and quality (for the fixed price we paid) -- and they were better than any wines in tasting rooms we went to on our trip. The expertise of all of the staff shone brightly throughout our meal! The service was stellar. The 5-6 people who came to our table were all knowledgeable, energized, witty and seemed to love their jobs. Isaac, our waiter and primary contact, gets an A+ for his 3-hour stint with us. He knew the food and wine well, and chatted amiably and answered our questions. Others dropped off dishes or picked up plates or poured wine. At the end we felt that we must talk to the manager so we could rave about our experience. Shaun came to our table, we talked at length, he gave us other recommendations for wineries, bakeries, and other favorites, and affirmed our other lunch and dinner choices. Then we went to the open kitchen to tell the chefs how thrilled we were. We wanted to tell everyone personally, and couldn't stop talking about that meal for days. The bill came to $400 and we left a $100 tip. It was well worth it. While we are comfortable financially, we are not ultra rich, and the birthday boy said it well: "This birthday dinner will be memorable for a long, long, long time." I attached a photo of my boyfriend making a wish over a candle and dessert.

From the moment we walked in we were delighted. We had an amazing table (half moon booth) in the middle. Our server was Frank he gave excellent recommendations as well as wine pairings with our choices. We started with a couple of cocktails. I had the Bees Knees a delicious gin lemon and honey cocktail while my boyfriend had a clase azul reposado with a large rock. We started our food tour with the Sonoma organic salad and it was so light and refreshing paired with the 2017 Stone-street "Upper Barn" Chardonnay. Then off to the mains. My boyfriend ordered the Charred Prime New York Steak and it was melt in you mouth amazing. Frank knew we needed a wine that would really bring out the flavors of the steak so he brought us an amazing red. I will need to call but I think it was a Chev. ( I will update when I find out the wine) And now I'd like to reply to Eric's review of how he thought the scallops were "fake" and terrible, perhaps he wasn't at the restaurant we were dining. At Valette these scallops were hands down the most amazing dish with scallops I've ever had. I've only had them prepared grilled or seared in the past and these are more a steamed in flavors that will make your pallet dance for days. It arrives in a puff pastry then they crack it and pour a wonderful White Sturgeon Caviar - Champagne Beurre Blanc into the dish (pictured below). We were honestly so thrilled with our wine and meals we didn't think of dessert and then Frank shows up with the Bread, Butter and Jam Fresh Homemade Jam - Toasted Brioche Salted Brown Butter Ice Cream (think bread pudding on a completely elevated level). This is the master's elite of toasted brioche. Cookies N' Cream Cocoa 'Truffle' - Whipped Crème Fraiche Volo Chocolate Shortbread. This was another delicious treat. Everything was so amazing I can't say enough of how much we enjoyed everything from the ambiance, to service and definitely the food. As an added bonus both Frank and Harry Bryan the General Manager were doing their best to help us with suggestions of wineries that we may enjoy. When we woke this morning my boyfriend had an email in his inbox with the places we discussed. I will end this by saying, always read more than 1 review because maybe the Eric guy was having a bad day and maybe nothing would have been up to his standards but I'm happy I trust the other reviews and now I hope my review will help others when choosing a restaurant and what to eat.

Food the atmosphere is amazing we came to celebrate my daughter's birthday. Service is everything.

Valette is an amazing restaurant in Healdsburg and wouldn't be surprised if a Michelin starred restaurant in near future. Made a reservation about a month out for a Friday night dinner at 8:45pm (no other times were available that far out). Amazing ambiance with dim lighting and overall intimate feel. Service was excellent. Extensive wine list with wonderful options. Started with the Ahi Poke which was sashimi grade and overall a must have! I had the pan roasted Mt Lassen steelhead and my wife had the New York strip steak. The steelhead came perfectly cooked with a savory crust. The steak (which I had to try) was prepared exactly as ordered with an amazing au poivre sauce on side (sauce was fantastic but the steak didn't need it...mouthwatering on its own). Definitely a must try when in Healdsburg...but would also say a destination on its own to travel to Healdsburg for. Enjoy!!!

Literally every single bite we had was AMAZING! Food is so delicious and so flavorful! Service was good, waiter and food runner was on top and everything was delivered perfectly. We sat on their covered patio and it's well done with nice comfortable chairs. My favorite dishes was the salad loved the orange dressing and pork shoulder and the pot chocolate the creme dessert. My son had the steak dish was happy about the nice portion. For sure good size to share.

I am not sure why all the hype. The restaurant is small and dark with bar seating. Super loud - The menu was ok, but we did not find anything creative other than the scallop appetizer and it was good. We felt rushed and the oddest thing happened. We were there for 1 hour and my husband was still picking away at his dish. The server came over and asked if there was a problem with his meal and we said no. The server then starting picking up dishes and putting plates on top of my husband's meal. He NEVER asked if my husband was done with his meal. We were so shocked that we just sat there with our mouths open. Once they took the plates away, we just said I guess he wants us to leave until he asked if we wanted dessert and we said no, twice. Then he said that he is bringing a dessert menu anyway. For the third time, we said no and he acted stunned. So bizarre and unprofessional- Do not recommend

Valette dropped the ball tonight. For a Saturday night at early seating (5:00). Known for being exquisite, and very few items on the menu, you'd think they could get a ZY steak right. Asked for medium. It was THE thinnest steak ever served other than a steak sandwich. And super overcooked! Bread is amazing.and don't sit outside as it's hot and humid. Select indoors. I'm

We walked in and were lucky to find a good table outside. The food was spectacular especially the Day Scallops, the best I have ever had and I am spoiled ha ha ha......

Wonderful in every way. From the food to the service to the decor. You will have a lovely time.

Enjoyed the food (duck) and service was outstanding. Desert menu was not appealing but maybe the wrong day.

This is another must try restaurant in Healdsburg. Aaron and Harry do a great job with the front of the house and our two usual waiters are either John or Alfredo. Both provide excellent service but John is our 1a and Alfredo is 1B. Definitely ask to sit in either of their sections. The food here is as amazing as the service. The ambiance like you are part of the family.