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Valette

4.9 (4377)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
344 Center Street, Healdsburg, CA 95448

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Valette

4.9
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Healdsburg

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2 people
9:30 pm
Booked 33 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Neighbourhood gem
Dine from the chef's estate garden just 100 yards away at Valette, the Michelin-recognized, Wine Spectator Award of Excellence restaurant where Executive chef Derek Mattern and Chef-Owner Dustin Valette create contemporary American cuisine with French influences in the most intimate fine dining setting.

Located in the historic building where Chef Valette's grandfather once ran bakeries, this award-winning restaurant feels like being welcomed into a culinary family where every guest matters. The weekly-changing tasting menu showcases the incredible network of Sonoma County farmers and winemakers, while the open kitchen lets you watch the magic happen. From innovative seasonal preparations to the chef's 5-course tasting menu that tells the story of the region, Valette delivers that rare combination of culinary excellence and genuine hospitality that makes Healdsburg special. Open nightly for dinner. Reservations recommended for an evening that captures the soul of wine country dining.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Dustin Valette
  • Area
    Healdsburg
  • Cross street
    North Street
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Valette.

4.9

4.9
(4377)
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Contemporary American

  • Wine Country

    Good for special occasions

  • Wine Country

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Valette offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food and presentation," making it a favorite in Healdsburg. Guests rave about the "impeccable service" and the "delicious scallops en croute." Perfect for special occasions, the restaurant is praised for its "friendly family-run feel" and personalized touches, creating memorable evenings.
4,377 Reviews
  1. ellen

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    There were 6 of us. The food took a very long time. The waitstaff did not even try to come over and give and excuse or apology- we had to get their attention. The food was incredibly mediocre. The mussels had way too much salt (coming from someone who gets made fun of for loving salt). The falafel was over spiced. The scallops were quite good. That was the highlight. Burrata salad was terrible. No taste at all. The large animal legs hanging above the kitchen were also quite off putting.

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  2. Tara

    San Francisco Bay Area9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful as always . Serve is impeccable and the food was great!

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  3. Ryan

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was an amazing experience. We did the trust the chef tasting menu for both of us. The food was impeccable and very well thought out. We went for our 20th anniversary…. They had a “personalized” menu, a card and 2 glasses of bubbles when we sat down. Each dish was better than the one before creating a wonderful experience. We will definitely be coming back!

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  4. Sam

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the fresh bread to dessert, every bite was packed with flavor. The broth for the mussels is so good I could drink it. My steak was cooked to a perfect mid rare. Great wine selection as well. Our third visit and we’ll be back. Also love the Mattheson as well.

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  5. Elissa Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious! Fantastic wine menu and the lamb was perfectly cooked!

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  6. Carmelo Gold

    Los Angeles45 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 30 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice place with great food! My only issue is the 3% “employee benefits” as a line item. This is “overhead expense” and should be included in price of goods, let customers decide if they want to pay the price of goods sold. If we start itemizing overhead costs why not list rent, utilities, etc. Where does it stop. Also, not offering refills on $8 ice tea is not customary.

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  7. Roxanne Gold

    South Carolina5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was wonderful and food was outstanding. We had a lovely meal.

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  8. Richard Gold

    Edinburgh/Midlothian2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Defiantly order the chefs tasting menu, especially if there are two people. They had a special black cod week dish that was fantastic! We sat in their patio area that was perfect. Ewe have dined here a few times, and was great each time. Highly recommend.

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  9. Kim Gold

    Kansas City / Kansas7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely prefect service and food Thank you for a great night

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  10. Karen Gold

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely outstanding. We LOVED every dish we ordered and the service was exceptional. But best of all was meeting Bob Valette, an incredibly accomplished man and very proud father. What a great night!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Dustin Valette
  • Area
    Healdsburg
  • Cross street
    North Street
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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FAQs

Yes, families and children do dine at Valette; guests mention roomy patio seating for family meals and one reviewer notes their son enjoyed his trout, while other families praised the attentive, celebratory service.

Valette fills up during peak dinner service, so reservations are recommended; it can feel quieter at earlier seating times and on Mon–Wed evenings (a reviewer enjoyed a calm Tuesday visit).

Yes, Valette offers outdoor dining on a lovely parklet-style patio, which guests frequently praise as a pleasant, shaded spot for meals.

Valette feels like an intimate, culinary family gathering, an open kitchen in a historic building, polished service, and a warm dining room with a welcoming patio for al fresco meals.

Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed; many guests treat Valette as a spot for anniversaries and special evenings, often dressing up a touch.

Weekdays, Monday through Wednesday (especially Tuesday evenings) are a lovely time to visit, when the town is quieter and the dining room feels more relaxed.

Valette's multi‑course tasting menus leave most diners well satisfied, guests report that the five‑ or six‑course meals provided plenty of food, with some saying they left feeling stuffed.

Yes, Valette is a popular choice for special evenings, with an intimate, fine‑dining setting and many guests celebrating anniversaries and other occasions there.

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Valette

4.9
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Healdsburg

Make a booking

2 people
9:30 pm
Booked 33 times today
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