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The Matheson, Healdsburg, CA
Award-winning

The Matheson

4.6
4.6
1011 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American
A photo of The Matheson restaurant

The Matheson

4.6
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Healdsburg

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for fine wines
The Matheson in Healdsburg exudes a vibrant and welcoming vibe, where modern elegance meets a relaxed, California-casual atmosphere. The moment you step in, you’re warmly greeted and invited in to an effortless blend of sophistication with a sense of ease. The ambiance is thoughtfully curated, with natural light flooding the room by day and soft, intimate lighting setting the perfect tone by night.

Dining at The Matheson is more than just a meal; it’s an experience that lingers long after you’ve left. The combination of exceptional food, stellar service, and a warm, inviting atmosphere makes it a standout destination in Healdsburg, where every detail is designed to create an unforgettable experience.

Special Monday Menu:
Join us every Monday evening for a special Prime Dinner featuring Chef Nate Davis at the helm as he serves up a traditional prime rib dinner for guests to enjoy as part of a pre-fixe dining experience.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Californian, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (707) 723-1106
  • Website
    https://thematheson.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Nate Davis
  • Private party facilities
    We have several and beautiful spaces at The Matheson to host your event. To inquire, please share your information on the form below.

Experiences

  • NYE 2024 Dinner

    US$233.79 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Come celebrate the new year in style as The Matheson chef Nate Davis serves you a luxurious 6-course tasting experience to ring in the new year. Tickets include the chef's 6 course tasting menu. A la carte beverages, supplemental courses, and wine pairings are available to add-on.
    NYE 2024 Dinner photo

  • Large Party Pre-Fixe Reservation 2024

    US$120.23 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Let us cook for you. Take all the decision making out of your hands and put into the hands of our professional chef team. Your group will sit back and enjoy a 5-course chef's tasting menu ($90 per person) as their food option for the night. Dietary restrictions and allergies can be accommodated - please let us know in advance. Prepaid experiences are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged.
    Large Party Pre-Fixe Reservation 2024 photo

Menu

Snacks

  • Osetra Caviar

    uni custard, rock shrimp, lardo toast

    • Milk Bread

      House butter, sea salt

      • Crudo

        local halibut, stone fruit, pistachio, fennel pollen

        • Pane Siciliano

          aged ham, chicory, fromage blanc

          • Frites

            green peppercorn aioli, house-spiced ketchup

            • Bone Marrow

              bacon jam, apple cider, ciabatta

              Garden

              • Cucumber

                shio koji, togarashi

                • Lettuces

                  black walnut, pink lady apple, pomegranate

                  • Burrata

                    persimmon, pecan, salametti, focaccia

                    • Broccoli

                      anchovy, saba

                      • Maitake Mushroom

                        house-kewpie, spicy sesame

                        Pasta

                        • Creste di Gallo Pasta

                          roasted tomato ragu, castelvetrano, feta

                          • Bucatini

                            XO sauce, squid ink, hokkaido uni

                            • Papardelle

                              rabbit en suga, shiitake, parmigiano-reggiano

                              Sea

                              • Sardine

                                boquerone caponata, calabrian chili, pine nut, focaccia

                                • Black Cod

                                  matsutake, sunchoke, yuzu kosho

                                  • Ahi

                                    tonnato, wax bean, sun gold

                                    • Skate

                                      brown butter, caper, parsley, leek

                                      Land

                                      • Adobo

                                        marinated + roasted chicken, salsa macha, butternut

                                        • Matheson Burger

                                          estero gold, caramelized onion, garlic aioli, frites

                                          • Filet Mignon

                                            potato + brisket hash, black garlic chili, jidori egg

                                            • Lamb

                                              rack + braised shoulder, fregola, fennel, labne, lamb jus

                                              • Butcher Block

                                                parsnip, oyster mushroom, bone marrow bearnaise

                                                Last updated: 25 October 2024

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                                                What 1,011 people are saying

                                                Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                4.6
                                                4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                • 4.5Food
                                                • 4.8Service
                                                • 4.7Ambience
                                                • 4.2Value

                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                Diners' Choice Awards

                                                • Wine Country

                                                  Hot spot

                                                • Wine Country

                                                  Contemporary American

                                                Review summary

                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                The Matheson in Healdsburg offers a vibrant dining experience with "flawless execution" and "exceptional service." Guests rave about the distinctive wine wall, innovative dishes like the maitake mushrooms, and the chef's tasting menu. The ambience is lively, making it perfect for special occasions. Highly recommended for foodies and wine enthusiasts alike.

                                                1,011 Reviews

                                                1. George

                                                  San Francisco

                                                  22 reviews

                                                  4.0

                                                  22 reviews

                                                  Dined 1 day ago

                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                  2. Food 4
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                  Completely enjoyable evening. Recommend the Cock’s comb pasta with tomato ragu. The burger was very good, and churros for desert, sweet!

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                                                2. Michael

                                                  San Francisco

                                                  1 review

                                                  2.0

                                                  1 review

                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 2
                                                  2. Food 3
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 1
                                                  The horrible loud music ruined the experience and made s guaranteed to drive customers out next matter what their musical tastes might be. Just egregiously bad. Food so so. Service great.

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                                                3. Mark

                                                  San Francisco

                                                  3 reviews

                                                  vip
                                                  5.0

                                                  3 reviews

                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Wonderful atmosphere, great service and thoughtful food preparation.

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                                                4. Lise

                                                  San Francisco

                                                  12 reviews

                                                  vip
                                                  5.0

                                                  12 reviews

                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Amazing holiday party with the chef’s menu. Truly a spectacular evening that our guests will treasure.

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                                                5. Kevin

                                                  Yosemite

                                                  2 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  2 reviews

                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Had a birthday dinner here and everyone ordered the chefs meal with wine pairings ..everything was excellent. The whole dinning experience was memorable.

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                                                6. Paula

                                                  Pittsburgh

                                                  47 reviews

                                                  2.0

                                                  47 reviews

                                                  Dined on 4 December 2024

                                                  1. Overall 2
                                                  2. Food 2
                                                  3. Service 2
                                                  4. Ambience 2
                                                  We were somewhat disappointed in our dining experience, having read some great reviews. The food was good, but not great. My fellow diner said the steak was decent but not worth the $60 cost. My black cod was tasty, but it was no more than 3 bites. The other 2 diners were underwhelmed as well.

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                                                7. Christina

                                                  Vancouver

                                                  6 reviews

                                                  vip
                                                  4.0

                                                  6 reviews

                                                  Dined on 3 December 2024

                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                  2. Food 4
                                                  3. Service 4
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Enjoyed our tasting menu and appreciated the kitchen being about to accommodate celiac food restrictions. Neat restaurant and thought most of the courses were unique and tasty.

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                                                8. OpenTable Diner

                                                  San Francisco

                                                  8 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  8 reviews

                                                  Dined on 1 December 2024

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  We really enjoyed the food and service and definitely will come back.

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                                                9. angela

                                                  Minneapolis

                                                  13 reviews

                                                  4.0

                                                  13 reviews

                                                  Dined on 30 November 2024

                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                  2. Food 3
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                  Sadly our food came out before half of our cocktails, which drives me crazy. Our server was throughout and my pasta was amazing. My hubs filet mignon was dry and not cooked to med rare. For the price we paid, it should be perfect. I do recommend the cucumbers! So refreshing

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                                                10. Michael

                                                  San Francisco

                                                  34 reviews

                                                  vip
                                                  5.0

                                                  34 reviews

                                                  Dined on 28 November 2024

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Great food, great service - my wife and I had a great time

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                                                The Matheson is rated 4.6 stars by 1011 OpenTable diners.

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                                                A photo of The Matheson restaurant

                                                The Matheson

                                                4.6
                                                $50 and over
                                                Contemporary American
                                                Healdsburg

                                                Make a booking

                                                2 people
                                                19:00
                                                Booked 24 times today
                                                Experiences are available.
                                                Google Map for The Matheson

                                                106 Matheson St, Healdsburg, CA 95448-4108

                                                Dining areas

                                                Additional information

                                                • Award-winning
                                                  1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
                                                • Cross Street
                                                  Healdsburg Ave
                                                • Area
                                                  Healdsburg
                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                  Bar Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                • Price
                                                  $50 and over
                                                • Cuisines
                                                  Contemporary American, Californian, Cocktail Bar
                                                • Dining style
                                                  Casual Dining
                                                • Dress code
                                                  Casual Dress
                                                • Parking details
                                                  Private Lot
                                                • Payment Options
                                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                • Executive Chef
                                                  Nate Davis
                                                • Additional
                                                  Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options
                                                • Website
                                                  https://thematheson.com/
                                                • Phone number
                                                  (707) 723-1106
                                                • Private party facilities
                                                  We have several and beautiful spaces at The Matheson to host your event. To inquire, please share your information on the form below.
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