344 Center St., Healdsburg, USA

$$$ ・ Californian

MICHELIN Guide's Point Of View

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 next level with a touch of tamarind sauce. For an appetizing end, dig into the smooth block of chocolate mousse with a luscious salted caramel center.

Facilities & Services

• Air conditioning
• Terrace

Reservation number

tel:+1 707-473-0946

Website

http://www.valettehealdsburg.com

Opening hours