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Welcome to Volpi’s

Volpi’s Ristorante & Bar is an Italian restaurant with lots of charm and a secret. The charm comes from the fact that this restaurant was built in an old converted general store.

Though its operated as a grocery for most of its existence, Volpi’s major claim to fame was the speakeasy in the back, an homage to hidden bars during prohibition.

Locals know that the “secret” bar is still in operation, with a convenient escape door to the alley in case of a raid. Or your ex-wife.

Volpi’s has kept much of the aesthetic of the old store, including shelves full of antique products as decoration. The grocery became a restaurant in 1992, though there’s still an old Italian grocery vibe with well-worn wooden floors and walls lined with Italian tchotchkes, accordions, and candle wax-covered chianti bottles.

Volpi’s appetizers include deep-fried calamari, steamed clams, garlic meatballs and gnocchi with the guest’s choice of pesto, marinara, alfredo or bolognese sauces. Entrees range from classic items like the chicken fettuccine and spaghetti and meatballs to the San Francisco cioppino with scallops, prawns, clams, mussels and fresh fish in a tomato broth and topped with sweet Dungeness crab.

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Reviews

Delicious Authentic Cooking!

January 3, 2026

They have pellegrino in huge bottles. Last night I had chicken toscani…..delicious. Had their house salad with creamy Italian dressing. I would think my mamma made that meal. Like home this place takes me home.

Seating at large, very large, and small cosy wooden tables. Decorated with wine bottles, accordions, old rustic items. What is not to love.

You will love this place very authentic cooking very welcoming like family.

The fish look great in the tank it was clean they swam the kept watch on customers. It’s fish security.

Michael Mc

AMAZING!

December 27, 2023

Cozy family Italian restaurant. The service and food were amazing. Would highly recommend recommend for a gathering.

Carol Peshman

Bursting With Flavor!

June 25, 2025

Volpe’s in Petaluma offers a delightful dining experience with its old-school Italian charm. The half-and-half gnocchi ravioli is a standout, perfectly executed and bursting with flavor. Their polenta is creamy, buttery, and absolutely delicious. The chicken saltimbocca is another highlight, with its great flavor and an outstanding sauce that ties the dish together beautifully. The restaurant boasts classic Italian decor that adds to the ambiance, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Despite being very busy on a Thursday night, the staff was friendly and attentive, making the experience all the more enjoyable. A must-visit spot for those who love authentic Italian cuisine.

Anthony Michael

Best Italian in Petaluma!

August 4, 2022

Family owned Italian restaurant. Full menu of traditional dishes, meat, seafood, salad, pasta. Big portions and very good kitchen. Would rank as best Italian in Petaluma. Fantastic service too.

Bennet Wong

My Favorite Italian Place!

August 12, 2024

It’s definitely my favorite Italian restaurant now! What’s even better that it has a speakeasy in the back. It has a ring in the front for speakeasy after hours but I doubt if it’s still working!

Bread: I love the bread is warm and it seems like sourdough! It came with butter which is my favorite. I’m not very into olive oil with vinegar on the bread.

House salad: it looks simple but so tasty. The lettuce is cold which makes it crispy. It has beans which now I think I’ll add beans to salad too!

Calamari steak: I like that it’s lightly coated with breadcrumbs and not over cooked.

Cheese ravioli with bolognese sauce: I don’t even like ravioli but now I’m kinda craving for it. The bolognese sauce seems making everything taste better.

Chicken Marsala: it’s my go to Italian dish because I love mushrooms. You can choose potato or polenta for side dish. I chose polenta. It’s very creamy. I don’t particularly like a creamy polenta but my friends like it!

Lasagna: it’s meaty and tasty. I’m not into lasagna but I had many bites of it because it’s really good!

I heard they used to have family style dinner. I wonder if they will bring it back. I’ll definitely come back to try out other items!

Sonia H.