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The Beacon

4.8Google rating(56 reviews)
The Beacon

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Exposed-brick wine bar that anchors a Sonoma evening with real ease

The Beacon wraps exposed brick and cozy nook seating around a wine program thoughtful enough to justify making it your anchor stop for the evening. Great-for-photos details show up at every turn without overwhelming the relaxed, instagrammable atmosphere.

🕐Best time to visit: Just before closing when the room settles into its warmest light

497 1st St W, Sonoma, CA 95476, USA

Our Take

The Beacon's exposed brick, dim setting, and old-world bottle selection create a wine bar experience that feels genuinely transportive rather than sceney. Still building its audience with 56 reviews, it's a charming find that's clearly resonating deeply with the people who've discovered it.

wine barSonoma, CA4.8 Google

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Downtown

497 1st St W, Sonoma, CA 95476, USA

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