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The Matheson, Healdsburg, CA
Award-winning

The Matheson

4.5
4.5
1096 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American
106 Matheson St, Healdsburg, CA 95448-4108

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
7:00 pm
Booked 33 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
The Matheson in Healdsburg exudes a vibrant and welcoming vibe, where modern elegance meets a relaxed, California-casual atmosphere. The moment you step in, you’re warmly greeted and invited in to an effortless blend of sophistication with a sense of ease. The ambiance is thoughtfully curated, with natural light flooding the room by day and soft, intimate lighting setting the perfect tone by night.

Dining at The Matheson is more than just a meal; it’s an experience that lingers long after you’ve left. The combination of exceptional food, stellar service, and a warm, inviting atmosphere makes it a standout destination in Healdsburg, where every detail is designed to create an unforgettable experience.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Californian, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:30 Sun 16:00–20:00 Happy Hour Daily 16:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30 Sun 17:00–20:00
  • Phone number
    (707) 723-1106
  • Website
    https://thematheson.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Nate Davis
  • Private party facilities
    We have several and beautiful spaces at The Matheson to host your event. To inquire, please share your information on the form below.
  • Location
    106 Matheson St, Healdsburg, CA 95448-4108
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    Healdsburg
  • Cross Street
    Healdsburg Ave
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Large Party Pre-Fixe Reservation 2024

    USD 123.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Let us cook for you. Take all the decision making out of your hands and put into the hands of our professional chef team. Your group will sit back and enjoy a 5-course chef's tasting menu ($100 per person) as their food option for the night. Dietary restrictions and allergies can be accommodated - please let us know in advance. Prepaid experiences are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged.
    Large Party Pre-Fixe Reservation 2024 photo

Menu

The Matheson's menu was last updated 2025-01-22.

Snacks

  • Osetra Caviar

    uni custard, rock shrimp, lardo toast

    • Milk Bread

      House butter, sea salt

      • Aguachile

        scallop + rock shrimp, brokaw, saltines

        • Pane Siciliano

          aged ham, chicory, fromage blanc

          • Frites

            green peppercorn aioli, house-spiced ketchup

            • Bone Marrow

              bacon jam, apple cider, ciabatta

              Garden

              • Cucumber

                shio koji, togarashi

                • Lettuces

                  black walnut, pink lady apple, pomegranate

                  • Burrata

                    persimmon, pecan, salametti, focaccia

                    • Broccoli

                      anchovy, saba

                      • Maitake Mushroom

                        house-kewpie, spicy sesame

                        Pasta

                        • Linguini

                          salsiccia picante, peppers + onions, ricotta

                          • Bucatini

                            XO sauce, squid ink, hokkaido uni

                            • Papardelle

                              rabbit en suga, shiitake, parmigiano-reggiano

                              Sea

                              • Sardine

                                boquerone caponata, calabrian chili, pine nut, focaccia

                                • Black Cod

                                  matsutake, sunchoke, yuzu kosho

                                  • Ahi

                                    celeriac, au poivre, baby carrot

                                    • Skate

                                      brown butter, caper, parsley, leek

                                      Land

                                      • Adobo

                                        marinated + roasted chicken, salsa macha, butternut

                                        • Matheson Burger

                                          estero gold, caramelized onion, garlic aioli, frites

                                          • Filet Mignon

                                            potato + brisket hash, black garlic chili, jidori egg

                                            • Lamb

                                              rack + braised shoulder, fregola, fennel, labne, lamb jus

                                              • Butcher Block

                                                parsnip, oyster mushroom, bone marrow bearnaise

                                                Last updated: 22 January 2025

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                                                What 1,096 people are saying

                                                The Matheson reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                Overall ratings and reviews

                                                Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                4.5
                                                4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                • 4.5Food
                                                • 4.6Service
                                                • 4.6Ambience
                                                • 4.2Value

                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                Loved For

                                                • Wine Country

                                                  Hot spot

                                                • Wine Country

                                                  Great for fine wines

                                                • Wine Country

                                                  Lively

                                                • Wine Country

                                                  Contemporary American

                                                Review summary

                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                The Matheson offers a lively atmosphere with "fantastic food" and exceptional service. Guests appreciate the "imaginative and delicious" dishes, especially the signature tasting menus. The wine wall with 80 options is a standout feature. "Amazing staff" and "beautiful ambiance" make it ideal for special occasions, though noise levels can be high.
                                                1,096 Reviews

                                                1. Jennifer VIP

                                                  Los Angeles43 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  Dined 1 day ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 4
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Fun lively and very nice staff. We had an excellent evening will definitely return

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                                                2. tom VIP

                                                  Washington DC29 reviews

                                                  4.0

                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                  2. Food 3
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Tasting menu was good but not great. Surprised there was no amuse bouche

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                                                3. Kent VIP

                                                  San Francisco1 review

                                                  5.0

                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Great experience. Excellent food, service and attention to detail. Ambiance was very cool. The wine tasting menu to accompany the chefs food tasting was excellent. Will return. Highly recommended.

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                                                4. Ellen VIP

                                                  San Francisco6 reviews

                                                  2.0

                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 2
                                                  2. Food 2
                                                  3. Service 1
                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                  Terrible server. He gave us no guidance on the menu items, rushed through the specials so quickly that we couldn’t understand what he was saying. Sommelier was very helpful but we had to get up ourselves and ask him to come over.

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                                                5. Debra VIP

                                                  Central Coast12 reviews

                                                  4.0

                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                  2. Food 4
                                                  3. Service 3
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Music not only loud but funky..not relaxing. People had to talk over music, but enjoyed the food and wines .

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                                                6. khafra VIP

                                                  New York City10 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Beautiful decor, great ambience. Fantastic food. Wide Wine wall on tap selection from Low to high range prices

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                                                7. Wendy VIP

                                                  Palm Springs24 reviews

                                                  3.0

                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                  2. Food 3
                                                  3. Service 4
                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                  So disappointing. We all ordered the lamb. Overcooked and chewy. It was served with a tasteless corn hash. Would have sent it back, but my son was treating us for our anniversary and we didn’t want to upset him. Waiter was frenetic—awful experience.

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                                                8. Richard

                                                  San Francisco6 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Delicious, nicely balanced plates, beautifully presented, knowledgeable servers and great wine pairings and service!

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                                                9. Jana VIP

                                                  San Francisco7 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  Dined on 5 April 2025

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Food was excellent. Noise level is loud but manageable for a small table. The atmosphere is fun with music so that adds to the noise level. Would definitely visit again.

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                                                10. Sheila

                                                  Las Vegas5 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  Dined on 4 April 2025

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                  Nicole was outstanding! This place never disappoints and always on the progressive side of the culinarily experience. We'll be back!

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                                                The Matheson is rated 4.5 stars by 1096 OpenTable diners.

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                                                Make a booking

                                                Booked 33 times today
                                                Experiences are available.
                                                Google Map for The Matheson

                                                106 Matheson St, Healdsburg, CA 95448-4108

                                                Dining areas

                                                Additional information

                                                • Award-winning
                                                  1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
                                                • Cross Street
                                                  Healdsburg Ave
                                                • Area
                                                  Healdsburg
                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                  Bar Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:30 Sun 16:00–20:00 Happy Hour Daily 16:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30 Sun 17:00–20:00
                                                • Price
                                                  $50 and over
                                                • Cuisines
                                                  Contemporary American, Californian, Cocktail Bar
                                                • Dining style
                                                  Casual Dining
                                                • Dress code
                                                  Casual Dress
                                                • Parking details
                                                  Private Parking
                                                • Payment Options
                                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                • Executive Chef
                                                  Nate Davis
                                                • Additional
                                                  Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                • Website
                                                  https://thematheson.com/
                                                • Phone number
                                                  (707) 723-1106
                                                • Private party facilities
                                                  We have several and beautiful spaces at The Matheson to host your event. To inquire, please share your information on the form below.
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