Award-winning

The Matheson

4.7

1000 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Lively
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.

Special Monday Menu:
Join us every Monday evening for a special Prime Dinner featuring Chef Nate Davis at the helm as he serves up a traditional prime rib dinner for guests to enjoy as part of a pre-fixe dining experience.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Californian, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Bar Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
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
Neighborhood
Healdsburg
Cross street
Healdsburg Ave
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Gingerbread Jam at The Matheson with Valette Wines
$22.00 - $70.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 7, 2024 only
10:30 AM
Join us for a festive holiday celebration at The Matheson with Valette Wines! Our Gingerbread Jam offers a hands-on gingerbread house decorating experience perfect for families, friends, and holiday enthusiasts of all ages. Gingerbread House Kits: Create your own gingerbread masterpiece with an array of colorful candies, icing, and edible decorations. Holiday Treats & Valette Wines: While decorating, savor holiday-inspired small bites, enjoy the finest wines from Valette and Matheson holiday cocktails for the adults. Family-Friendly Activities: Bring the whole family to enjoy a festive photo booth, holiday music, and special guest appearance to make this a memorable seasonal event. For question email Mckenzie Hughes: mh@valettewines.com
Large Party Pre-Fixe Reservation 2024
$120.23 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 ($90 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.
NYE 2024 Dinner
$233.79 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
Come celebrate the new year in style as The Matheson chef Nate Davis serves you a luxurious 6-course tasting experience to ring in the new year. Tickets include the chef's 6 course tasting menu. A la carte beverages, supplemental courses, and wine pairings are available to add-on.

Popular dishes

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

What 1,000 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Wine Country
Hot spot
Wine Country
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Matheson offers a stunning dining experience in Healdsburg, where "service was excellent" and "food was impeccable." Guests rave about the "fantastic dining experience," particularly from the chef's counter. The wine wall is a standout feature, allowing for personalized tastings. Ideal for special occasions, the restaurant boasts a vibrant atmosphere and attentive staff.

1,000 Reviews

C
Carl
San Francisco
46 reviews
vip
5.0
46 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service, delicious menus! One of my favorite restaurants in Healdsburg for a special occasion 🥰
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Raj
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great place for any type of dinner rendezvous!! It was my first time experience and will definitely return.
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Kevin
San Francisco
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
We were very disappointed overall. The black cod is one of the worst dishes I’ve seen at a high end restaurant. Fish was tough and bland. It was served on top of a mushy puree. Chicken adobo was decent but not remarkable. I feel like the effort went into being fancy and artistic over being good. When we expressed to the waiter that the meal was not very good there was no attempt to make it right with us. Definitely not a high end experience.
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Nisha
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always fabulous! Amazing staff, delicious food We keep coming back! Does not disappoint!
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at the Matheson. The ambience was sexy and relaxing; the food was delicious. Overall, it was great.
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Chris
San Francisco
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was amazing! Food was really good, had the filet and my wife had the pasta.
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Greg
Dallas
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the chefs selection and it was fabulous. We will go back the next time we are in wine country.
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Bradford
San Antonio
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We chose the chef's tasting. At $90 tasting menu. Overall, the food was good. Portions a bit uneven. My wife was not a fan of the Skate but I enjoyed it. The filet was above average but not thrilling. We absolutely enjoyed the wall of wine. Between each course we would go to the self-service taps and try a new wine to pair. The staff were very good, friendly, and present. If you are in town, I would recommend their dinner service. We were not able to make it to the more casual upstairs bar as last call is 10pm.
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JonathanA
San Francisco
31 reviews
vip
4.0
31 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Excellent wine list. Mark (sommelier) was outstanding. Foie Gras was delicious as was dinner.
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Lori
San Francisco
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Our server, Yvette, was wonderful. However, quite honestly, the food was overpriced and bland. I had the black cod that was served nigiri style, wrapped in seaweed and cut into three bites ($44). This was served over a small amount of thinly sliced small potatoes and surrounded with a couple of mushroom slices. In the bowl were 3 circles of chili and a miso consume was poured in the bowl. I could not taste the miso or the chili at all. My dinner partner had the filet mignon ($62) that was supposed to come with a potato, brisket, mushroom hash, but there were no potatoes. We had to order some fries. All she could taste was the char on the steak, and everything else (other than the fries) had no taste.
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FAQs

The Matheson is rated 4.7 stars by 1000 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

106 Matheson St, Healdsburg, CA 95448-4108

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross street
Healdsburg Ave
Neighborhood
Healdsburg
Hours of operation
Bar Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Californian, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Nate Davis
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, 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.

The Matheson

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Gingerbread Jam at The Matheson with Valette Wines

Large Party Pre-Fixe Reservation 2024

NYE 2024 Dinner

Maitake Mushroom

Burrata

Filet Mignon

Snacks

Osetra Caviar

Milk Bread

Crudo

Pane Siciliano

Frites

Bone Marrow

Garden

Cucumber

Lettuces

Burrata

Broccoli

Maitake Mushroom

Pasta

Creste di Gallo Pasta

Bucatini

Papardelle

Sea

Sardine

Black Cod

Ahi

Skate

Land

Adobo

Matheson Burger

Filet Mignon

Lamb

Butcher Block

Overall ratings and reviews

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