Willow Wood Market Cafe
| Address: | 9020 Graton Rd, Graton, CA 95444, USA |
| Phone: | +1 707-823-0233 |
| Site: | willowwoodgraton.com |
| Rating: | 4.3 |
| Working: | 8AM–9PM 8AM–9PM 8AM–9PM 8AM–9PM 8AM–9PM 8AM–9PM 9AM–3PM |
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Jennifer Day
We loved this place! We were only in town for 3 mornings, and ate breakfast here 2 days out of those 3. Restaurant is a decent size, and also has a back patio for outdoor seating, so we didnt have a problem finding a table here on a Saturday at a busy time. There is also bar/counter seating for those who are eating alone/prefer bar service. Our various breakfasts were all delicious. Agreed with other reviewers that mention that the food quality is gourmet, while still remaining casual, somehow. Its a great mix that I really love. Honestly, my only complaint would be that the water served tastes a little too minerally/earthy for me. I would have preferred a bottled option, if I were only drinking water, but as I also was drinking iced tea, it wasnt a huge deal. (They mightve had a bottled option, and I didnt even look. Not sure.) That said, their iced tea was DELICIOUS. I love an unsweetened, flavored caffeine tea in the morning, and this place has it! I think it was a fruity flavor of some sort...cant remember exactly. But I do know it was yummy. 100% recommend this place. When we get back into town in the future, well definitely return for more!
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A Private User
Prior to remodel, had lunch (caesar with chicken), yesterday had breakfast (farmers scramble). Mom had Monte Cristo Sandwich. Mom said "best french toast ever," and was delighted, my scramble was much too oily and the eggs sadly rubbery. Service was the same as its always been, which is that customers are tolerable because they pay the bills, but the loathing sneer of tourist hatred is palpable. Having lived in Marin & Sonoma my whole life, Im used to being in ground zero for the best food in the world (thank you, Providence!) and get the feeling that non-natives freak out about this place mostly because it feels like an amazing discovery to stumble across a good restaurant in an incredibly beautiful setting. There are far better breakfasts in Sonoma & Marin, served by far friendlier people. If I felt at all welcome, Id give it another chance (and we are nice people, non-demanding, quiet, well mannered), but I dont and wont.
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A Private User
Please do not eat here. They are rude and inhumane. My husband and I were waiting for this restaurant to open in 5 minutes and they refused to let my husband who suffers a chronic bowel disease, ulcerative colitis, use the restroom. We were tapping on the glass door and trying to explain and the entire wait staff was there staring at us and refused to come to the door to even talk to us. They treated us like we were begging for free food. We had to leave the area to look for the closest gas station, which was 20 minutes away. It really took the charm out of getting away to a quaint town for the weekend. I followed up with a phone call to the restaurant after we finally found a restroom and they stuck to their guns and said that they didnt want us to use their restroom. It is sad to treat other human beings that way.
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Debra Michael
It was my first time there. I went with several other employees from work and most of them seemed to enjoy their lunch. Sadly to say I ordered the chicken spinach salad with no mention of olives in the salad on the menu. About half way through the salad I bit down on an olive only to break off a large piece of a back molar from the olive pit. When I mentioned it to the servicer she just stated OK. I asked for the manager and was informed he was off. So I went to the counter and left my information with the cashier and heard her speaking to him. As of today, which has been over one week, no contact to at least acknowledge the situation and the salad was not even taken off the bill. Poor service, POOR management relations. Will not go back.....
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Ron L. Welsh
The Willow Wood Market Cafe is the most charming restaurant in Sonoma County. That would not mean anything if the food was not amazing. Breakfast, lunch and dinner, it is fantastic. You might have to stand in line for a bit if you show up during the breakfast or lunch rush but it is worth it. The open faced egg salad sandwich with Fontina cheese and pesto may be the best thing that I have ever tasted in my life. This is one of the three best restaurants in Sonoma County that are all in the little town of Graton (not the Gaming Casino). We are very fortunate that it is right down the street from my office at Sonoma County Properties.
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Jaime Phalen
Stopped in for lunch with esposa in between wineries. We were looking for something light to tide us over till dinner. This is a rustic-looking place. It was packed and humming inside. We opted for a seat out back and enjoyed the lush green garden and a private table away from the noise. Server was very friendly. Food was delicious. Prices were fair. This is a must-do place if in the area. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
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Joseph Jay
Great little Gem--a little off the beaten path and that much better for it! Everything on the menu is fresh AND creative. This is not your average breakfast/brunch place. Polenta and roasted veggies and all manner of other interesting foodstuffs and flavors. The wait can be a little long, but maybe thats a good sign? Definitely worth a try to see if their cuisine matches your aesthetics.
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Terra Nova
Used to love this place but the last three times I have been there is has been really awful. Last time half the potatoes on the plate where undercooked, toast not toasted and cold and eggs where runny. Previous several experiences just as bad. While it is very cute spot and used to be great, management needs to pay more attention to what is coming out of the kitchen.
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A Private User
We moved from Marin to Sebastopol about a year ago and have been searching for a great breakfast place. We finally found it! Willow Wood Market Cafe was top notch!! I have to say their house coffee was excellent. Great flavor and served hot! I had the eggs benedict and it was excellent. Probably the best Hollandaise I have ever had. I cant wait to go back!!
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Dominic Cariaso
Great food, great service, great ambiance.....I just wish it was closer to my house but thats not their fault :). I was too busy enjoying my breakfast that I did not get a chance to take a photo but my wife and I will definitely be back and when we do, I will post some photos.
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Megan Perkins
Our favorite brunch place! And today was perfect. There was no wait - unusual. Food came out amazingly fast and was superb as always. I opted for a Bellini and was not disappointed there either. The Monte Cristo is top notch.
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Matthew Avery
This is probably some of the best food youll get at this price. All of their plates are delicious. The eggplant sandwich is incredible. The only problem is they dont take reservations and it can get crowded quickly.
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Paul Chan
Great place to stop in Graton. There is a lovely back patio. Does get crowded during weekend hours but that should not be a surprise. Good food, tastes like its all made from scratch. Nice selection of wines too.
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Robby Pond
Fantastic little café in a cozy little town. The coffee was really good and so was the service. Check the pictures for our breakfasts. Everything was delicious, specifically the baked eggs.
