124 Washington St, Petaluma CA 94952
(707) 765-0695
Parking: ample street parking
Last Visited: 2002
Food: 3 stars
Service: 3 stars
Atmosphere: 3 stars
Price: $$$
Volpi’s has been an institution in Petaluma for quite a long time. Its atmosphere is family style with a large waiting area and a fish tank holding today’s catch. This dining room extends back to hold more tables, in addition to an old fashioned speakeasy, with a separate adjacent unit for additional seating. The location was originally an old grocery store.
Volpi’s certainly has character. The tables are adorned with a bottle that holds a candle and the drippings of various colored candles before it.
Entrees are available a la carte or as a meal which includes soup and salad.
- Minestrone soup – Fresh carrots, potatoes, and beans can be found in the soup. It’s hearty.
- Clam chowder – I remember enjoying their clam chowder, rich and creamy.
- Spaghetti and meatballs – The spaghetti and meatballs came highly recommended. It’s quite authentic with al dente noodles and a hearty tomato sauce. $10.95
I tried a few other dishes, but have gone back for the spaghetti and meatballs several times.
Note that if you’re on a budget, it’s always good to ask about the prices on the seasonal items. The price of shrimp scampi was quite surprising the time we invited guests.
Since it’s been such a long time since my last visit, I don't know how it is right now, but it was just fair the last time I was there. The salad dressing can sometimes be on the slightly sour side, but aside from that, Volpi’s is pretty consistent. The atmosphere is unique and the service varies, but the food is good.
My last visit was a little less stellar and prices were higher than previously, so the value wasn't as good, but Volpi's is good for old world Italian.
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