Mark & Terri will tell you; each of their restaurants starts with the building and Augie's is no different.
Sitting across the street from 535 at their favorite 4th st. watering hole, they kept an eye on the then vacant, former Portofino building, reminiscing of its glory days of gathering. A question emerged: How could that long-lost enchantment be rekindled in the heart of downtown?
The answer took shape — the revival of the 3-martini lunch, a tribute to the social heartbeat of Santa Rosa. A mission to weave a new chapter into the tapestry of Santa Rosa's rich history, while elegantly closing the book on their illustrious portfolio with their eighth and final venture.
Join us as we embark on a journey that celebrates more than just exquisite French cuisine. Augie's French is a testament to the dreams that are kindled over drinks, the buildings that hold echoes of eras past, and the passionate souls who craft legacies, one plate and one memory at a time.