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Main Dining Room - El Dorado Kitchen, Sonoma, CA
Main dining room - El Dorado Kitchen, Sonoma, CA
El Dorado Kitchen, Sonoma, CA
Seafood Paella - El Dorado Kitchen, Sonoma, CA

El Dorado Kitchen

4.7 (5637)
$30 and under
Californian
405 1st St W, Sonoma, CA 95476

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2 people
19:00
Booked 39 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
El Dorado Kitchen serves award-winning cuisine crafted with local, seasonal ingredients from Executive Chef Armando Navarro. The restaurant is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and on Saturday and Sunday for brunch. Join us in the main dining room, front corner café, on the tree-lined outdoor patio, our cozy bar, or in our private dining room. Corkage Policy: $25 for the first two 750 ml bottles and $50 for each additional 750 ml bottles.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 08:00–11:00 Mon–Fri 11:30–20:45 Sat, Sun 08:00–10:30 Sat, Sun 11:00–14:30 Sat, Sun 15:30–20:45
  • Phone number
    (707) 996-3030
  • Website
    https://eldoradosonoma.com/el-dorado-kitchen/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Armando Navarro
  • Location
    405 1st St W, Sonoma, CA 95476
  • Area
    Sonoma
  • Cross Street
    West Spain Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking is suggested. Around the plaza there is a three hour limit: 9am to 5pm.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Experiences

  • Large Party Soirée at EDK

    US$25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    NOTE* The 3-Course Menu is $75 per person. An additional $50 per person will be collected at the restaurant at the time of your reservation. The $25 prepayment serves as a deposit and will be credited towards your bill. Gratuity and taxes are not included. Come experience dinner at El Dorado. Led by Executive Chef Armando Navarro, our menus boast seasonally-driven California cuisine sourced from local Sonoma County farmers and purveyors. The Soirée menu features multiple choices per course and is accommodating to most dietary restrictions. With a fresh, simple, and approachable style infused with Sonoma sensibility, we’ve become a beloved destination for locals and visitors alike.
    Large Party Soirée at EDK photo

Menu

El Dorado Kitchen's menu was last updated on 9/5/2025.

DESSERT

  • CHOCOLATE PECAN TART

    orange segments, whipped cream

    • COCONUT TAPIOCA

      coconut flakes, mango sorbet

      • LEMON PUDDING CAKE

        blueberry sorbet

        • VANILLA CRÈME BRULEE

          strawberry sorbet, shortbread cookie

          • CHURROS

            dulce de leche

            • HOUSE MADE ICE CREAM

              • HOUSE MADE SORBET

                LIQUID DESSERT

                • ESPRESSO MARTINI

                  vanilla vodka, Kahlua, Baileys, espresso

                  • CARAJILLO

                    Licor 43, espresso, orange

                    • EL DORADO CHOCOLATE MARTINI

                      Dorda double chocolate liqueur, vanilla vodka, Baileys

                      • HOUSEMADE GRAPEFRUIT-CELLO

                        • HOUSEMADE MEZCAL-CELLO

                          APRES DINNER WINE FLIGHTS

                          • DESSERT WINE

                            Ceja Vineyards "Dulce Beso" Donnafugata Ben Ryé Châteaux Grillon Sauternes 2019

                            • PORT

                              Taylor Fladgate 10 yr. tawny Taylor Fladgate 20 yr. tawny Taylor Fladgate 30 yr. tawny Taylor Fladgate 40 yr. tawny

                              SPIRIT FLIGHTS

                              3/4 oz of each spirit

                              • RUM

                                Plantation 25 year old Mt. Gay Eclipse Dos Maderas PX

                                • RYE

                                  Basil Hayden dark rye Michter's straight rye Whistle Pig rye

                                  Last updated: 9 May 2025

                                  What 5,637 people are saying

                                  El Dorado Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                  4.7
                                  4.7 based on recent ratings
                                  • 4.7Food
                                  • 4.7Service
                                  • 4.7Ambience
                                  • 4.4Value

                                  Noise • Moderate

                                  Diners' Choice Awards

                                  • Wine Country

                                    Californian

                                  • Wine Country

                                    Most Booked

                                  Review summary

                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                  El Dorado Kitchen offers a delightful dining experience with its "great food" and "lovely ambiance." Guests frequently praise the "amazing cocktails," "friendly service," and beautiful setting right on Sonoma Plaza. Standout dishes include the seafood paella, short ribs, and asparagus salad. It's a "must-try" spot, perfect for both locals and visitors.
                                  5,639 Reviews

                                  1. Laurie VIP

                                    Hawaii7 reviews

                                    2.0

                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                    1. Overall 2
                                    2. Food 1
                                    3. Service 4
                                    4. Ambience 3
                                    We were a party of three, the service was slow and our food was just ok! We had burgers that lacked flavor and the bread was stale, we couldn’t eat it! We had to ask for condiments…and the fries were lack luster, they tasted very oily and lacked flavor. The poke bowl was fine but overall the lunch was disappointing, as we were celebrating Father’s Day!

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                                  2. Suzanne

                                    Tahoe / Reno Area2 reviews

                                    5.0

                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                    1. Overall 5
                                    2. Food 5
                                    3. Service 5
                                    4. Ambience 5
                                    Everything was perfect, and the food was delicious. Perfect place to celebrate Father's Day.

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                                  3. susan VIP

                                    San Francisco Bay Area12 reviews

                                    3.0

                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                    1. Overall 3
                                    2. Food 2
                                    3. Service 2
                                    4. Ambience 4
                                    Terrible service to start. Took quite some time for a waiter to come to the table. When we did finally get our lunch (2 Caesar salads ($36 each!) the shrimp on one wasn't cooked so we asked to have it actually cooked. It took some time to find the waiter though. He did return it to the kitchen but returned later with an entire new plate of Caesar and shrimp, again uncooked. He never asked if it was ok or if everything was tasting all right. He just disappeared. We finally flagged him down for the check. There are so many great restaurants in Sonoma. Skip this one.
                                    El Dorado KitchenResponded 1 day ago
                                    Good afternoon. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're truly sorry to hear about the service and food issues you encountered during your visit. This is not the level of hospitality or quality we strive to provide, and we understand how frustrating it must have been to wait for service and then receive a dish that was not properly prepared—especially twice. Your feedback has been shared with our team so we can address these concerns directly. We’re disappointed to have missed the mark for you and appreciate you taking the time to let us know. EDK Management Team

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                                  4. Shelley VIP

                                    San Francisco Bay Area55 reviews

                                    5.0

                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                    1. Overall 5
                                    2. Food 5
                                    3. Service 5
                                    4. Ambience 5
                                    Always a delight to go to EDK. Great food and lovely ambiance.

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                                  5. Hank VIP

                                    San Francisco Bay Area30 reviews

                                    5.0

                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                    1. Overall 5
                                    2. Food 5
                                    3. Service 5
                                    4. Ambience 5
                                    Right on the Plaza. Great food and service. Had a great time.

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                                  6. Maggie VIP

                                    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

                                    1.0

                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                    1. Overall 1
                                    2. Food 1
                                    3. Service 4
                                    4. Ambience 4
                                    The food was tasteless and we expected better. The waiter accommodated as best as he could .
                                    El Dorado KitchenResponded 5 days ago
                                    We will be responding privately.

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                                  7. Janet VIP

                                    California Central Coast111 reviews

                                    5.0

                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                    1. Overall 5
                                    2. Food 5
                                    3. Service 5
                                    4. Ambience 5
                                    Beautiful and fabulously dressed salads. Especially the asparagus salad. The seafood paella was phenomenal. The beef short rib was wonderful. Our desserts were outstanding. Coconut and tapioca pudding with berries and an amazing orange sorbet. Liked the chocolate pecan tart… Was just looking for more pecans. 

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                                  8. Larry

                                    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley17 reviews

                                    5.0

                                    Dined on 5 June 2025

                                    1. Overall 5
                                    2. Food 5
                                    3. Service 4
                                    4. Ambience 5
                                    we short rib, ravioli, and the pork belly appetizer. All were excellent.

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                                  9. Kristen VIP

                                    San Francisco Bay Area62 reviews

                                    5.0

                                    Dined on 2 June 2025

                                    1. Overall 5
                                    2. Food 5
                                    3. Service 5
                                    4. Ambience 5
                                    We came to EDK to celebrate 3 birthdays and the restaurant did such a nice job in celebrating them! The food was unique and delicious. Our waiter, Duff, was very knowledgeable and a lot of fun. We will definitely return!

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                                  10. Elizabeth

                                    Unspecified1 review

                                    5.0

                                    Dined on 1 June 2025

                                    1. Overall 5
                                    2. Food 5
                                    3. Service 5
                                    4. Ambience 4
                                    The seafood pawlla doesn’t dissappoint we always order this we are there and always delicious and plentiful assorted seafood Must try

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                                  El Dorado Kitchen is rated 4.7 stars by 5637 OpenTable diners.

                                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                  Make a booking

                                  2 people
                                  19:00
                                  Booked 39 times today
                                  Experiences are available.
                                  Google Map for El Dorado Kitchen

                                  405 1st St W, Sonoma, CA 95476

                                  Additional information

                                  • Cross Street
                                    West Spain Street
                                  • Area
                                    Sonoma
                                  • Hours of Operation
                                    Mon–Fri 08:00–11:00 Mon–Fri 11:30–20:45 Sat, Sun 08:00–10:30 Sat, Sun 11:00–14:30 Sat, Sun 15:30–20:45
                                  • Price
                                    $30 and under
                                  • Cuisines
                                    Californian
                                  • Dining style
                                    Casual Elegant
                                  • Dress code
                                    Resort Casual
                                  • Parking details
                                    Street Parking is suggested. Around the plaza there is a three hour limit: 9am to 5pm.
                                  • Payment Options
                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                  • Executive Chef
                                    Armando Navarro
                                  • Additional
                                    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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