Valette

Cuisine

Californian

Michelin

selected

Price

$$$

Website

https://www.valettehealdsburg.com

Description

Housed in the former Zin space, this contemporary darling is actually a full-circle comeback for Chef Dustin Valette and his brother/General Manager Aaron Garzini, whose grandfather owned the building in the 1940s. Its current look offers plenty of charm, thanks to dandelion-like light fixtures, concrete walls and horseshoe-shaped banquettes. The bill of fare is modern American with a few French twists. Scallops arrive beneath squid ink puff pastry, into which a server pours caviar-flecked champagne-beurre blanc. Then, Peking-spiced duck breast set atop hearty forbidden rice is taken to the ne

Review score

4.5

Review count

80

Review summary

Valette in Healdsburg offers Californian cuisine with generally high praise for food quality, attentive service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Guests appreciate personalized touches, such as anniversary acknowledgments, and the heated outdoor patio provides a comfortable dining environment. The kitchen is noted for fresh, creative dishes. However, some reviewers criticize the meal pacing, describing it as rushed with quick plate clearing between courses. A few negative comments mention bland fish, lukewarm pasta, small portions, and indoor noise levels. While the overall sentiment is positive, inconsistencies in service speed and specific dish execution are notable concerns for some diners.

Best for

Ideal for diners seeking refined Californian cuisine and personalized service, but consider discussing pacing preferences in advance.

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