Windsor, California
Sonoma County's Small-Town Charm with Big Flavors
Nestled in the heart of Sonoma County, Windsor combines small-town hospitality with world-class wine country access. This family-friendly community centers around the picturesque Windsor Town Green, where locals gather for farmers markets and festivals while the SMART train connects visitors to the broader Bay Area.
Where to eat in Windsor
- KIN Windsor
Local ingredients, full bar, steps from the Town Green - Grata Italian Eatery
Group-friendly, dog-friendly patio Order: Short rib lasagna, rigatoni alla vodka, cacio e pepe fries. - Sweet T's Restaurant + Bar
Southern comfort food and a full bar Order: Brisket and Cajun shrimp gumbo. Local tip: Busy on weekends; reserve ahead. - Himalayan Restaurant
Curries, tandoori and plenty of vegetarian dishes - PizzaLeah
Leah Scurto's pizza shop, with a sunny patio Order: Deep-dish Mush-a-roni or the Stracciatella Margherita. Local tip: Closed Mondays. - Umé Japanese Bistro
Two dining rooms, one bright and one dim Order: Sukiyaki or hamachi kama. - KC's American Kitchen
Long-running all-day breakfast and lunch spot Order: Eggs Benedict or a skillet.
Neighborhoods
- Town Green — Windsor's walkable downtown, built around the Town Green on McClelland Drive and Windsor River Road. Best for Dinner, the farmers market and summer concerts. Don't miss: A Sunday market morning, then lunch on McClelland
- Old Redwood Highway — The main north–south road through town, lined with shopping centers and some of Windsor's best casual food. Best for Pizza, sushi and breakfast. Don't miss: PizzaLeah
- Bell Road — Windsor's light-industrial pocket, where two of its craft beer taprooms are. Best for A beer crawl. Don't miss: Barrel Brothers and Barley & Bine
- River Road vineyards — Russian River Valley vineyards on Windsor's west side, along River Road and Starr Road. Best for Wine tasting. Don't miss: Martinelli's historic hop barn
Things to do
- Windsor Town Green — The center of Windsor: a big lawn ringed by restaurants and shops on McClelland Drive, home to the farmers market and summer concerts. Tip: Most of the restaurants in this guide are a short walk from here.
- Windsor Certified Farmers Market — Sundays 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., early April to early December, on the Town Green (701 McClelland Dr). A Thursday-evening market runs in summer.
- SMART train — Windsor's SMART station opened in 2025, a short walk from the Town Green, with service south to Santa Rosa, Petaluma and Larkspur. Tip: An easy car-free way to visit.
- Shiloh Ranch Regional Park — Sonoma County regional park on Windsor's east side with trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding.
- Foothill Regional Park — Sonoma County regional park on Windsor's east side, with trails through the foothills.
- Summer Nights on the Green — Free Thursday-evening concerts on the Town Green each summer, with food vendors and the evening farmers market.
Drinks and nightlife
- Russian River Brewing Company — The brewery behind Pliny the Elder, with a beer garden and full menu
- Barrel Brothers Brewing — Industrial neighborhood taproom with rotating taps
- Barley & Bine Beer Cafe — Long rotating tap list of mostly California craft beer, plus flatbreads
- Martinelli Winery & Vineyards — Family winery in a historic hop barn
- Bricoleur Vineyards — Organically farmed estate pairing its wines with estate-grown food
Hidden gems
- Mutt Lynch Winery — Playful labels, serious Sonoma wines, and dogs welcome. 9050 Windsor Rd.
- Fleur Sauvage Chocolates — Small artisan chocolatier using local, seasonal ingredients. 370 Windsor River Rd.
Annual events in Windsor
- Summer Nights on the Green
Free live music, food vendors, artisans and an evening farmers market. - Windsor Certified Farmers Market
Local produce and prepared food, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.