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Chicken Cordon Bleu - Walter Hansel Wine Bistro, Santa Rosa, CA

Walter Hansel Wine Bistro

4.8
4.8
2009 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
3535 Guerneville Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95401

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
We are located just 6 minutes from Coddingtown Mall and 10 minutes from Downtown Santa Rosa surrounded by beautiful vineyards with an onsite garden for fresh, farm-to-table vegetables and herbs.

"An impressive new Santa Rosa restaurant that's instantly one of our best"
Jeff Cox, renowned Wine Country food critic.

If you are unable to find the reservation you want, please call us directly at (707) 546-6462. Thank you.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 4:45 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Saul Barragan

What 2,009 people are saying

Walter Hansel Wine Bistro 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Contemporary American

  • Wine Country

    Best Overall

  • Wine Country

    Best Service

  • Wine Country

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Walter Hansel Wine Bistro offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and service." Guests praise its "French bistro feel" and "extensive wine list." Highlights include the halibut, duck breast, and monthly menu changes. The staff is "attentive" and creates a "warm and welcoming" atmosphere, making it a "hidden gem" in Sonoma County.
2,009 Reviews
  1. David

    Greater Boston11 reviews

    2.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Dining room and bathrooms need a serious refresh. Menu was limited and overpriced. Our chicken cordon bleu entrees were way too salty. Green beans were the best thing on the plate. Wine by the glass selections were mostly house, i.e., Walter Hansel labeled, wines. Service was neglectful. Had passed this restaurant frequently when we lived in Sonoma County and never tried it. Would have been happier if that were still the case.

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  2. Stephen VIP

    San Francisco47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding, crusted rack of lamb with asparagus and garlic potato puree. Our server was attentive and efficient. Though a small restaurant, the ambience is charming and tasteful. I recommend it in the highest possible terms.

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  3. Alana

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A nice casual farm to table experience. Good food in a casual farm winery experience. Would recommend.

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  4. Stephen VIP

    Tahoe58 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food is excellent. Service very good. Noise level in bar area a bit much—don’t get a table by the bar.

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  5. Suzanne VIP

    San Francisco45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another wonderful meal with personable and courteous service.

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  6. scott

    Atlanta31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you love the wines of Stephen Hansel, and I really do, you should make a trip to the bistro and order the duck and the halibut and pair it with the cuvée Alyce Pinot and Chardonnay. You will enjoy your evening and will further appreciate the beauty of Walter Hansel wines

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  7. Paul VIP

    San Francisco87 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food and service! We had the Liberty duck breast with pea shoot risotto! Incredible! The wine list is very extensive with some very fine appellations. Highly recommend the escargot.

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  8. Larry VIP

    San Francisco43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, the food, this time Halibut, was excellent. The service was spot on. The tomatoe bisque apéritif was a great way to start the meal. Thank you for another perfect dinner.

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  9. Brett VIP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a gem! I can't say enough about this place. The food is outstanding. Has a very French bistro feel. The staff is super nice and attentive. Overall, a wonderful experience.

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  10. Lydia

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 21 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was amazing. Attentive but not hovering.. food was deliciious, we had the Halibut and the stuffed pork chop. Both were cooked perfectly. The wine, a namesake Pinot Noir, was just right. Definitely a return trip warranted!

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FAQs

Walter Hansel Wine Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (707) 546-6462.

Walter Hansel Wine Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 2009 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Walter Hansel Wine Bistro

3535 Guerneville Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95401

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Willowside
  • Area
    Santa Rosa
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 4:45 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Saul Barragan
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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