Imagine this: You wake up in Healdsburg, feeling like a local. You head to town to grab a coffee from Black Oak Coffee, stop at the Saturday Farmer’s Market on the Plaza & sit under the beautiful trees to soak in the summer air. To make your stay even for memorable, let us assist you in planning the perfect stay in Healdsburg with these local secrets (shh, don’t tell anyone we told you)!
1. The Rooftop at Harmon Guest House
One of the best deals in town is The Rooftop at Harmon Guest House’s mid-week specials. Stop by on Mondays for $1 Oysters & Tuesdays for 2 for 1 tacos! The fresh oysters from Tomales Bay will melt in your mouth and pair beautifully with a bottle of bubbles from their wine list. And who could say no to Taco Tuesday?
2. Maison Healdsburg
Healdsburg has some exciting new food experiences this summer! Try the food pop-ups at Maison Healdsburg, a wine bar and retail shop, owned and operated by sommeliers that were on the opening team for SingleThread Farms. They have some collaborations coming up with The Second Staff, who have been seen on Chopped Volume 3. Maison Healdsburg is the perfect place to have a glass of wine or flight of sake with some of the amazing chefs from throughout the town!
3. Troubadour Bread & Bistro
By day, Troubadour Bread & Bistro serve up some of the best sandwiches in town, but by night, it transforms into the Michelin-featured French Bistro with chef Sean McGaughey, another SingleThread alumni. Whether you stop by for a taste from the a la carte bar menu or immerse yourself in the full experience of the 6-course prix fixe menu, you can’t miss this must-see local gem.
4. Quail & Condor Pastry Classes
We can’t talk about Troubadour Bread & Bistro without of course mentioning its older sister restaurant, Quail & Condor! Not only do they offer the best pastries in town (seriously, get there early before they sell out!), they also offer new, hands-on experiences. Sign up for one of their cooking and pastry classes where you can learn how to make anything from rustic tarts to ravioli, to a full Turkish Dinner!
5. Iggy’s Organic Burger
If you are in the market for a more casual dining experience, and are major foodies, stop at Iggy’s Burgers on the Plaza! Their smash burgers are legendary, and for good reason. This family owned and run restaurant is a one-stop-shop for dinner and dessert with the inclusion of Angela’s Organic Ice Cream. Made with top-notch organic ingredients, they’re a tasty treat for any burger lover or ice cream connoisseur.
6. Fairy Door Scavenger Hunt
Parents, this on is for you! While you are spending the day downtown, make sure to keep your eyes peeled for magical fairy doors or make it into a scavenger hunt with your little ones. These miniature masterpieces are a fun way to explore and add a touch of magic to your trip. With over 25 magical fairy doors scattered throughout town, this is the perfect way to include your little ones while you shop.
Book your stay at in Healdsburg and let us be your local guide. We’ll help you craft the perfect itinerary, packed with hidden gems and unforgettable experiences. So ditch the tourist traps and get ready for a Healdsburg adventure you won’t forget!
