A DESTINATION FOR THE CURIOuS At the heart of Historic Sonoma Plaza
At the corner of 1st & Spain on the historic Sonoma Plaza, El Dorado Hotel & Kitchen is an elevated, boutique hotel and dining destination that reflects the characterful charm of Sonoma and the community who lives here. Inspired by the rich history of the Sonoma Valley, El Dorado is the perfect home-base for all of your adventure & exploration.
ALL-DAY DINING AT
EL DORADO KITCHEN
El Dorado Kitchen offers all-day dining nestled within the vibrant ambiance of El Dorado Hotel on Sonoma Plaza. Led by Executive Chef Armando Navarro, our menus boast seasonally-driven, elevated casual California cuisine sourced from local Sonoma County farmers and purveyors. With a fresh, simple, and approachable style infused with Sonoma sensibility, we’ve become a beloved destination for locals and visitors alike.
EDK Cantina, a culinary extension of El Dorado Kitchen, is a Mexican kitchen-inspired outpost on Spain Street serving Chef Armando Navarro’s crave-worthy tacos, enchiladas, and burritos. Now open for takeaway daily 12pm to 8pm.
EL DORADO HAPPENINGS
VALENTINE'S DAY AT EL DORADO KITChen
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an elegant prix fixe dinner designed to delight with every course. Begin with a welcome pour of rosé Champagne and a refined amuse-bouche, then linger over seasonal favorites—from luxurious sole roulade, lobster cannelloni, to tender filet mignon. Finish on a sweet note with rose water crème brûlée, chocolate mousse, or Meyer lemon cake.
Featuring live music from Christian Dupree from 5pm to 9pm
EL DORADO HAPPENINGS
New Year's Eve
AT EL DORADO KITCHEN
Ring in the New Year with an indulgent, celebratory menu designed for a night that deserves something extraordinary. Enjoy Chef Armando’s special three course prix fixe menu, at $90 per person plus tax and gratuity, featuring seasonal dishes such as scallops en croute, octopus remoulade, fresh daily oysters, and our house-made ricotta and goat cheese spiral ravioli.
MEET & RETREAT
AT EL DORADO
A historic and inviting locale for your next meeting or corporate function, El Dorado Kitchen offers customizable menus and unique venues for your event. Choose from outdoor courtyards or elegant, indoor private rooms – the perfect settings for meeting, dining and socializing. Our team of expert planners will tend to every detail and ensure your experience exceeds your expectations.
DESIGNED FOR EXPLORATION
Step out onto the plaza to meet the local crowd, experience Sonoma’s vibrant art and culinary scene, or visit the countless nearby tasting rooms or miles of rolling vineyards. When you're ready to return, we'll be waiting for you with a locally crafted cocktail, a bite to eat, and a comfortable place to rest your head.
EL DORADO GIFTS
GIVE THE GIFT OF EL DORADO
Give the gift of experience with our El Dorado gift cards. Available in any denomination, our gift cards may be used for dining or for stays.
