Grossman’s Noshery & Bar

"Grossman’s has become a downtown Santa Rosa institution and a must-stop in Wine Country. I almost hesitated to add another review because the place is already plenty popular. We sat at the bar and started with Bloody Marys that were practically a meal in themselves: perfectly spiced and topped with house pickles, pickled cauliflower (surprisingly delicious), pickled onion, and a briny olive that tied it all together. Alicia ordered the Brooklyn Bagel Sandwich (no tomatoes, of course), layered with house-made lox, cream cheese, capers, dill, cucumber, and onion on a sesame Grossman’s Bread bagel. It’s a game changer. The chew and structure elevate every bite. The fruit and crumble side added a fresh, lightly sweet counterpoint. I went with Bubbie’s Breakfast Sandwich: cheesy scrambled eggs, avocado schmear, everything spice, and griddled house-made pastrami on toasted GB ciabatta, served with crispy breakfast potatoes and caramelized onions. The pastrami is otherworldly, deeply savory, perfectly spiced, and tender without being heavy. The ciabatta deserves equal billing with the bagel: crisp at the edges, tender inside, and sturdy enough to hold everything together without getting in the way. The room hums with energy, service is warm and efficient, and the whole experience feels both classic and current. It’s the kind of place locals rely on and visitors are thrilled to discover. A seat at the bar, great food, and a Bloody Mary done right. That’s a perfect morning."