Burdock - Healdsburg

We ordered four of the five items available. The salad was quite basic — something I could easily whip up at home any night. The lamb tartare was acceptable, assuming you're comfortable eating raw lamb from a place that doesn’t seem to focus heavily on food. The burger was ordinary; nothing special but not terrible. The fries, however, were the highlight of our meal. Unfortunately, the braised beef shoulder (I think that’s what it was called) was nearly inedible. It seemed as though it had been prepared, refrigerated, and then overcooked in the microwave. I struggled to cut through it with a knife, let alone chew it, and most of the dish went untouched. Additionally, the online wine list promised a better and wider selection than what they actually offered. If cocktails are your primary interest, you might enjoy this place, but I would recommend dining elsewhere. Two other noteworthy points: the restaurant is quite small, and many of the cocktails are smoked or have flaming garnishes, which causes the space to become rather smoky. Lastly, the manager or host was rather curt and unfriendly, even though we had made a reservation.

The location is excellent, the staff were amazing, and the drinks were both unique and delicious.

Incredible experience that is pushing the limits of what a cocktail could be. The beverage program here is reminiscent of bars like Chicago’s Aviary or New York’s 11 Madison without any pretense. The aesthetic is beautiful and the staff is humble while being impeccable.

Very cool vibe, fabulous drinks and good food. Small setting so highly recommend reservations although staff tried to accommodate walk-ins. Service was friendly and helpful with selections. It's all about the cocktails here so don't come for wine.

First time dinning here. Everything was fantastic. The ambiance was laid back and comfortable. Service was great. The food menu is small but really well executed, the octopus w chorizo was so good and the cocktails were creative and delicious. Spot on.