During a long day of exploring the coast or traveling through the area, few things are more satisfying than sinking your teeth into a juicy burger drowning in cheese and pickles. We’ve selected some of the best burger spots around so that you don’t have to! And don’t worry vegetarians — many of these restaurants have plenty of non-meat options for you to enjoy as well.
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1410 Bay Flat Rd, Bodega Bay
707.377.4359
Featuring waterfront outdoor patios, melt-in-your-mouth meats and cheeses, and as they say, “smokin’ hot Italian love,” it’s easy to see why Ginochio’s consistently gets mentioned as a hidden gem of the Sonoma area. In terms of their menu, you can’t beat the classic The Piggy, with coleslaw and BBQ sauce, and why get a standard side of fries (delicious, of course) when you could opt for a plate of their crackling nachos?
11829 River Rd, Forestville
707.887.7932
Right on the Russian River is this classic pub serving up charbroiled burgers with all the fixings you could dream of. Offering a ‘build your own’ style of burger, there’s a whole range of sauces, cheeses and fancy toppings such as pesto or a blue cheese crumble. As their name suggests, they also have a full bar with a wide selection of beers on tap and a local wine list. If you don’t believe us when we say their food is amazing, believe the Food Network, as Russian River Pub has been showcased on the show “Diners, Drive-ins & Dives!”
1 Beach Ave, Dillon Beach
707.878.3030
Attached to Dillon Beach Resort is their bright and casual restaurant, serving up food made from local ingredients sourced almost exclusively from Northern California. They have a relatively compact menu, but everything on it is a hit, including their classic Dillon Beach Burger with their own special sauce. For those not in the mood for beef, they also have their fried chicken sandwich with cabbage and aioli, and a roasted portobello sandwich for a vegetarian option.
16218 Main St, Guerneville
707.604.6102
As the name suggests, Road Trip is perfect for, well, when you’re on a road trip. Conveniently located right in the middle of Guerneville, it’s the ideal place to stop for a bite. Try their Mac Daddy, with a 7oz. Oak Ridge patty and onions on a sesame milk bun (with a Beyond Burger option for vegetarians!). While their fries are crispy and piping hot, we recommend trying a side of their mac salad if you’re in the mood to shake things up. They also have a great selection of wines and beers on tap for the adults in your party.
