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Restaurant Reviews for Cafe La Haye

Cafe La Haye reservations Cafe La Haye

140 E Napa St
Sonoma, CA 95476

Located just off the square in the town of Sonoma "Cafe La Haye is one of those rare restaurants in which you know the moment you walk in the door you're going to have a good time...Simple food prepared to perfection... excellent service". -Michael Bauer San Francisco Chronicle!

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Price: $31 to $50
Parking: Street Parking
Cross Street: 1st Street East
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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating 4.1 out of 5 4.1 out of 5 (115 Reviews)
Food 4.3 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.8 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.3 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)
Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

  • fit for foodies (82)
  • neighborhood gem (69)
  • special occasion (48)
  • notable wine list (39)
  • romantic (23)
  • hot spot (16)
  • kid-friendly (4)
  • great for lunch (2)
  • good for groups (1)
  • great for brunch (1)
  • late-night find (1)

Cafe La Haye Reviews List
Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"casual setting - great food - amazing to watch everything happen right out in the open in such a small space. We had a very enjoyable evening."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/17/2010
(review submitted 03/20/2010)
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Review 2 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"We loved this place. The food was very good. The first salad, rosemary shrimp on skewers was the best part of the meal. But everything worked. Food was fresh, well-presented, creative. The total event left us feeling very happy at the end of the meal. We would go back in a heartbeat."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/12/2010
(review submitted 03/17/2010)
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Review 3 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Good, but not as good as I thought it would be based on Zagat ratings. My prawn appetizer was pretty ordinary and somewhat overdone. My Wife's trout crepe was excellent. My marinated hangar steak was excellent and perfectly prepared, but the mashed potatoes accompanying it were ordinary and the spinach that completed the plate was way too salty to eat. My Wife's entree was good.The affable owner greeting and seating guests and chatting with them at their tables provided an outstanding touch to the service, and our wait-person was knowledgeable, attentive, and personable. The prices are reasonable and portions healthy. The wine list is very good and also reasonably priced. We will go back, but it isn't currently high on our 'git-back-to'list"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/13/2010
(review submitted 03/16/2010)
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Review 4 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Great food, but we had a table by the door on a cold evening and the ladies were not very confortable."

Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/12/2010
(review submitted 03/14/2010)
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Review 5 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Our experience was spotty - some plates were well done and others were fair. My entree arrived cold and had to be sent back."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/12/2010
(review submitted 03/14/2010)
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Review 6 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"As a solo diner, I felt very unwelcomed. The owner told me that they don't accept single diners because of the size of the restaurant. I couldn't make my reservation for one person on Open Table, but noticed that I could make it for two. I then called the restaurant to ask why. I mentioned to them that it was discriminating to not take reservations for one person. Had it not been for notes in the reservation system regarding my discontent, I would have been asked to leave. I was fuming! Beyond that, food and service were very good, but I will NOT go back. I WILL recommend The Girl and the Fig, where I dined the following night -and couldn't have been more welcomed. The food and service there were awesome!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/26/2010
(review submitted 03/02/2010)
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Review 7 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"Have been there before, but two basic minuses this time. Pork chop overly rare, and the person who ordered it is not shy about "pink' pork. This was leaning to red. Bucatini alla vongole: the bucatini was way undercooked, and frankly I do not think bucatini is the best match for a preparation with clams, as it overwhelms the dish."

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/25/2010
(review submitted 02/28/2010)
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Review 8 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"An excellent meal from start to finish. Among the best meals we have had in Napa-Sonoma."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/24/2010
(review submitted 02/26/2010)
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Review 9 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"We had a wonderful experience and enjoyed our meals. Our waitress was helpful and friendly. We were asked several times by the host if we needed anything. We were just two couples from LA and San Jose in Sonoma to enjoy a weekend together with good food and good wine. La Haye helped to make that happen. Thank you."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/20/2010
(review submitted 02/26/2010)
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Review 10 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Best food and service in Sonoma County!"

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/13/2010
(review submitted 02/25/2010)
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Review 11 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Excellent meal and experience. Would recommend the restaurant highly."

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/20/2010
(review submitted 02/23/2010)
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Review 12 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"The food was very good. My short ribs came to the table with alot of fat so I sent back and within 3 mins, had a new great meal brought to me...no questions asked. Service was great, as was the food. They also were extremely accomodating in that we had a later reservation but called to see if we could move to an earlier time and they were able to accomodate us in a filled restaurant."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/20/2010
(review submitted 02/23/2010)
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Review 13 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Always excellent food with friendly host and wait staff. The gnocchi were just superb as was the entree of roast chicken with mushroom cannolli. Desserts are always great!! Would always recommend this fine restaurant to others for a fine dining experience."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/13/2010
(review submitted 02/20/2010)
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Review 14 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"We've been enjoying Cafe La Haye since just after it opened and John McReynolds was behind the stoves. It has been consistently wonderful, including through he change in chefs when Jeffrey came aboard several years ago now. The staff is warm and knowledgeable and the food is beautifully conceived and prepared with fresh, clean flavors and attention to texture, and wonderful locally sourced ingredients. We hadn't been in a couple of years and after Sol's warm welcome on Friday night, we are still wondering why. It is now firmly back on the list of regular stops despite the fact that it's a bit of a journey -- but such a pleasant one."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/12/2010
(review submitted 02/14/2010)
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Review 15 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"What a delicious meal. After a day of wine tasting we headed to Sonoma for dinner, and it was a perfect choice. A friend had recommended the restaurant. At first we was worried that a large party in the back would dominate the small space, and that our food would be delayed by their order, but that was not the case. My husband and I shared a salad, then I had the pork chops and my husband had the roasted chicken. Both entrees were expertly prepared and were delivered before the large party's entrees. We selected regional wines which complemented the meal perfectly. All in all a delicious meal for less than $75."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/27/2010
(review submitted 02/04/2010)
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Review 16 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"VERY GOOD...although your system only gave us an EARLY dinner at 6:15pm or something QUITE late- we opted for early and there were only 1 or 2 other tables in all night....PLEASE look into your system for reservations as we could have easily eaten at 7pm not 6:15pm"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/02/2010
(review submitted 02/04/2010)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 17 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Food was really great, but really enjoyed the wine list. Had a Culler Syrah. It was the first night of our trip and we spent a lot of time the rest of the trip trying to find more.

Staff was attentive, but not overbearing. I had a Chipotle glazed pork chop which I really enjoyed. Wife had the short ribs, which probably just needed a little longer sloooow cooking. Everything was well prepared though and we would go back.

BTW, they were able to retrieve an item left behind for us and they were very courteous and helpful"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/28/2010
(review submitted 02/03/2010)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 18 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Probably the best in Sonoma. Every local I spoke to agreed. My wife had the salmon and I had the short ribs. Both were great."

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/29/2010
(review submitted 01/31/2010)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 19 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Friendly, exceptional service. Fresh, local fare. Consistently top notch dishes and presentation. Intimate surroundings. Very good wine list."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/29/2010
(review submitted 01/31/2010)
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Review 20 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"We had a very nice experience. The food was great! We had a braised short rib and quail which were outstanding. The Shrimp skewer appatizer was very salty and not my taste. The buttescotch dessert was also incredible. The wine was overpriced."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/29/2010
(review submitted 01/31/2010)
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Review 21 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Wonderful dinner option after a day of wineries in Sonoma. Atmosphere is cosy - classy but casual. Food & service are both outstanding."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/22/2010
(review submitted 01/26/2010)
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Review 22 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"I cannot say anything bad about the food. Every course was delictible. I will say, however, that the greeter who sat us for our 5:45 reservation offered us the worst table in the restaurant (the tiny corner table at furthest edge of the place). The place was practically empty. Strike one! Once we were settled at a better table we proceeded to order off an extremely limited menu. Given its limitedness we wanted to substitute a vegetable on one of the main courses. Verboten! The logic being that to keep entrees under $20, they only make limited servings of each item on the plate. Please, for a couple extra bucks, allow for a few extra servings of carrots. They made up for it by charging $10-15 for mini portion apps."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/23/2010
(review submitted 01/25/2010)
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Review 23 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Most excellent all the way around. Spectacular risotto; spectacular shrimp app."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/21/2010
(review submitted 01/23/2010)
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Review 24 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"I am a picky eater & everything on the menu sounded fabulous & everything ordered was unbelieveable!! I will recommend it!!!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/16/2010
(review submitted 01/19/2010)
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Review 25 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Our expectations were high, and the food wasn't as good as we had anticipated. Nice place but I don't think we'd go back."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/12/2010
(review submitted 01/14/2010)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 26 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Cafe La Haye is an excellent restaurant. It's small but very good food and great service. We also like the local art they have on their walls. It's a very popular restaurant in town. Prices are very main stream for Sonoma so reasonable for the original and delicious food."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/12/2010
(review submitted 01/14/2010)
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Review 27 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Cafe La Haye was a very pleasant experience. The food was excellent, good service, and the ambiance was enjoyable for a fun evening."

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/09/2010
(review submitted 01/11/2010)
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Review 28 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Service was sensational! Portions were a tad large, but very tasty."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/05/2010
(review submitted 01/07/2010)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 29 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Small venue with enthusiastic crowd. Food was very good (roast chicken) and service was pretty good given the short-handed staff and holiday crowd. Menu was varied enough for return visits. Not good for groups over 4 due to small size."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/23/2009
(review submitted 01/05/2010)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 30 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"We were underwhelmed, dessert was the best of the meal."

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/29/2009
(review submitted 01/05/2010)
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Review 31 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Again, a perfect dinner at Cafe La Haye. Everyone is so cordial and the food is fabulous! We will be back."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/02/2010
(review submitted 01/04/2010)
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Review 32 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"This was a wonderful place to eat. We arrived in Sonoma early and all locals that we talked to spoke very highly of the food and service."

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/02/2010
(review submitted 01/04/2010)
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Review 33 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"Food was average - not what it used to be. Service was really amateurish - had to beg server to take drink order. Had to ask for b&b plates long after bread was dropped. And there was never an apology. Retrieval of ordered bottle of wine took too long. Busser never smiled once. Server was really out of place - kind of junior and not what we were used to from past dining experiences there. It had been a long time since we'd been there; we wanted to love it and simply didn't."

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/29/2009
(review submitted 12/31/2009)
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Review 34 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"We had a delicious dinner. Intimate room just off the main plaza in Sonoma -- fantastic location. Excellent local wine list with a good range of prices. There is also a separate, high end list for those who can afford it. Nice, bright, upbeat room and service -- not "romantic," but good energy and ambience. My only problem with our evening was that the service seemed a little rushed -- we didn't have any break between our appetizers and main course. Other than that, I'd highly recommend Cafe La Haye."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/27/2009
(review submitted 12/30/2009)
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Review 35 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Great small neighborhood restaurant right off the square in Sonoma.
We would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a restaurant with good food, good service, and a very attentive owner/manager.
We were made to feel very welcome even though we were tourists and I felt like most of the crowd there were regular customers."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/27/2009
(review submitted 12/29/2009)
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Review 36 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Well prepared food in a neighborhood French Bistro kind of way. Clean and well cooked but nothing to rock your world. Tables were very close and the busboy even knocked over the menus when passing by.We were told it had a great wine list but I actually found the small list very respectable and well chosen but certainly not the best in the town by a long shot."

Special Features: hot spot

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/22/2009
(review submitted 12/26/2009)
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Review 37 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"I was a little disappointed in our experience at Cafe La Haye. The reviews were encouraging but-waited for three other parties to be seated before us(we had reservations, don't think they all did). Seated & told the specials but then told they were out of the oysters appetizer special and something else. Guess people must eat earlier in Sonoma than SF, seems early to be out of the specials! Butternut squash gnocchi was yummy. Husband's Filet Mignon(med-rare) we watched be blow-torched in the open kitchen and served VERY rare, not very flavorful but he wouldn't send it back. I ordered the roasted chicken,don't know why I did(usually dont)and won't again, it was nothing special.Overall-experience wasn't all bad but don't think we'll go back"

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/19/2009
(review submitted 12/22/2009)
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Review 38 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Saturday night at 8:30-10 was light and thus less noisy. I suspect my
noise rating (2 bells) would not be legitimate at most other times."

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/19/2009
(review submitted 12/21/2009)
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Review 39 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Best spot in Sonoma, too bad every other place is so average."

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/17/2009
(review submitted 12/19/2009)
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Review 40 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Amazing food out of a tiny kitchen. The silk pie with pecan crust is outstanding.
There is a pinch of salt in it and the sweet/salty blend is perfect!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/11/2009
(review submitted 12/14/2009)
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Review 41 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Fantastic restaurant - warm and charming with lovely food and servioe!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/11/2009
(review submitted 12/13/2009)
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Review 42 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Excellent food as always with friendly host and wait staff. Always consistent, always enjoyable. A great example of the city of Sonoma's great restaurants!! We almost always go for special occasions such as Valentine's Day, birthdays, anniversary!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/11/2009
(review submitted 12/13/2009)
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Review 43 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Very romantic spot, perfect for a special occasions. Best soup we have ever had in a restaurant, their Oyster Bisque. Nice presentations. They handled our special wine very nicely. We have been here before and will certainly return."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/08/2009
(review submitted 12/10/2009)
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Review 44 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"We always have a very nice time at this restaurant. This time was not my favorite but the birthday girl enjoyed it a lot. That's all that counts."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/05/2009
(review submitted 12/08/2009)
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Review 45 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Great food, great service, thanks."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/05/2009
(review submitted 12/07/2009)
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Review 46 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Food and service were excellent. We were seated right on time and treated very well from beginning to end. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/05/2009
(review submitted 12/07/2009)
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Review 47 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Wonderful experience, best food in Sonoma!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/27/2009
(review submitted 12/07/2009)
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Review 48 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Wonderful. Perfect and contemporary food, discreet but timely service. Even when it's full, the focus remains on your table and company. People seem to be there for the food and wine rather than to be seen.
It's almost magic that so much good food comes out of the tiny visible kitchen."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/04/2009
(review submitted 12/06/2009)
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Review 49 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Really enjoyed it. Would definitely go back"

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/12/2009
(review submitted 12/05/2009)
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Review 50 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"A great find - very comfortable and cozy. Food was very good - particulary the gnocchi. Owner was present. All in all a lovely experience."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/19/2009
(review submitted 12/05/2009)
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Review 51 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"The food was beyond great, excellent and knowledge service without the push, and the atmosphere was fun and friendly. A great small but cozy gem in downtown Sonoma!"

Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/20/2009
(review submitted 12/04/2009)
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Review 52 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Outstanding food! It is rare to find a restaurant for which every item served is well prepared and delicious but La Haye delivered one of the best meals we've ever eaten anywhere. The quail was a religious experience."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/27/2009
(review submitted 12/02/2009)
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Review 53 for Cafe La Haye

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"We live in Sonoma and this is the best in town!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/27/2009
(review submitted 12/02/2009)
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Cafe La Haye Based on the average of (62) ratings-only reviews
Overall Rating 4.1 out of 5 (Very Good)
Food 4.2 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.9 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.3 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)
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