Bacchus Restaurant & Wine Bar — Restaurant in Rohnert Park

My wife and I have stayed at the DoubleTree in Sonoma Wine Country long enough to work our way through every item on the breakfast menu at Bacchus Restaurant & Wine Bar. For this review, I can only speak to the breakfast experience—but what an experience it has been!

First and foremost, the service is exceptional. Every single morning we’ve been greeted with warm, friendly, and attentive staff who strike the perfect balance of professionalism and hospitality. They’re fast, consistent, and make you feel welcome every time. It truly elevates the whole experience and keeps us excited to come back day after day.

As for the food, let me start with the standouts:

The Zio Finnochio – This breakfast sandwich is nothing short of sensational. The homemade sausage patty is packed with flavor, the egg is cooked just right, and the balance of tomato, onions, and greens ties it all together beautifully. I’ve ordered it four times already, and it’s been perfect every single time. My #1 recommendation.

Blueberry Waffle – Outstanding. Perfectly sweet, flavorful, and filling. The touch of powdered sugar and basil salt takes it over the top. The first time we had it was absolute perfection—crisp, airy, and unforgettable. Even when it’s come out slightly less crisp, it’s still been a winner every time.

Chilaquiles Verde – Delicious and deeply flavorful, especially when the chips are kept crisp. When executed just right, it’s easily one of the best dishes on the menu.

Biscuits & Gravy (side order) – Don’t let the “side” designation fool you. For $9, you get a small plate of absolute heaven. The gravy is top-shelf—creamy, savory, and perfectly seasoned—topped with green onions and crispy bacon bits. Stunning.

Now, to be fully transparent, there are a couple of dishes that fell a little short for us:

The Breakfast Burrito can be hit-or-miss depending on the cook. The first time my wife ordered it, she loved it. The second time, however, it leaned too heavily on eggs, wrapped in a tortilla that didn’t do the filling justice.

The Bagel & Lox didn’t quite match my personal preference—I like the classic three-ingredient approach (bagel, cream cheese, lox). Bacchus’ version adds capers, onions, and greens, which many will enjoy, but for me it’s reinventing a wheel that doesn’t need reinventing.

The “Big Country” sandwich (country-fried steak on bread with gravy, pickled onions, and greens) was a swing and a miss for us. We expected a traditional country-fried steak plate, and the creative twist didn’t quite land.

That said, even the dishes that weren’t our favorites are far from “bad”—they’re simply overshadowed by the brilliance of the standout items. The biggest challenge here is consistency across different cooks. When it’s good, it’s phenomenal; when it’s off, it can feel like a completely different dish.

Overall though, Bacchus is a gem. Between the warm service, quiet-yet-lively ambiance, and a menu that has some true knockout dishes, it’s a place we look forward to every morning of our stay. If you’re staying at the DoubleTree—or even if you’re just in the area—do yourself a favor and enjoy...

Relaxing upscale classy escape. This is one of those places that you don't immediately think of when considering where to go for drinks and appetizers, but it is perfection. Located within the lobby of the DoubleTree hotel by Hilton, this wine bar boasts a beautiful rock wall framing the actual bar, as well as quite sizable and extremely calming fountain in the middle of the lobby. Free pool is also to be had at the single table in the lounge area near the fireplace. There is only one table, so you might have to wait your turn. When we went there on a Friday evening after work, we encountered a delightful man named carlos, who seems to be a one-man show of delicious drinks and sumptuous appetizers. This is about as fancy and classy as you get for drinks in winter park. Just for some perspective, the next classiest bar in Rohnert Park is arguably Quincy's. If you've ever been there, you know they're barely comparable. We've decided to make this the very least a monthly visit for us. This is a great place for a charming and relaxing date night. We look forward to visiting with...

It was my first time visiting Bacchus. The steak was amazing! Wine selection was decent too. It was a solid meal with excellent service.

One odd thing, however. The dining area had an unconventional set-up. It was only semi separated from the lobby area. Initially I thought the design was inspiring and made it feel bigger. But not so great when a guest had a shouting match with someone and it felt like she was right...