Troubadour

I don't usually go out of my way for sandwiches, but this place had some pretty good ones, even the veggie sandwich! I got the sumac roasted carrot $20 sandwich that tasted pretty good and was very filling. By noon they were already sold out of two sandwiches, which from reading the reviews were the more popular ones. Too bad I didn't get to try them. If I'm in the area, I'd come back! Indoor + outdoor seating (pet friendly outside) Street parking Bathroom available

This place was delicious. The starting bites were unique and so flavorful and the chicken was so well done. The price point is a bit steep ($195pp) but we really enjoyed every dish.

Hands down one of the best dining experiences I've had. Ridiculous flavors (broccoli, black cod highlights) tasteful creativity, and intimate, unpretentious presentation and service. Kudos to Sean, Emma, Caleb and team for a wonderful memory.

We went to Troubadour for an anniversary dinner. Chef’s Table. Why not? Reviews were great. Boy, were we surprised - on the upside! Great reviews do not suffice. It was a magnificent meal. We first were led through the kitchen and a prep room round a corner to a sanctuary of peace and gustatory calm. A large oak table, two pendants hanging, a simple table setting for two. (Could be for 4 or 6 I’m sure) The room to ourselves. The service was perfect, attentive, not fussy, everyone introducing themselves, then introducing the dish. LPs and a turntable. Cookbooks and herbs surround. Subdued lighting off the table. Bright and spotlighting on the food on the table. Serene and welcoming. I will not describe each course, as surprise is part of the joy. But a refreshing mini crushed iced up cherry cola started us off. Then followed a progression of small plates, each ordered to pique our tastebuds and surprise us with flavor combos. Crisped chicken skin and crème fraiche brics rolls. Egg custard caviar (that doesn’t do it justice). A trout dish were the trout, superb in its own right, was architecture for the plums to shine. Balero ginger candied carrot plate, not to be missed. Halibut with lobster cream disc and harlequin cut pickled butternut jewels. Squab two ways (at least). And from a bakery driven kitchen, desserts …. I cannot emphasize how much this dinner delighted us. French leaning small producer intriguing wine list, with local as well. Please do the Chef’s Table. We will again. We will be back. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

Don’t miss dinner here! In the evening the bakery turns in to an upscale and intimate bistro. At some restaurants tasting menus can be an ordeal, but here the pacing and portions are perfect. The menu varies with the seasons and uses a lot of local ingredients. The presentation of the food - on vintage china and glassware - is delightful and the flavors are exquisite. The wines never disappoint - a mix of interesting local options I have never seen elsewhere and great European selections. Wonderful staff. Hands down our favorite dinner spot in Healdsburg.