Layla at MacArthur Place

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

A Sophisticated Table in the Heart of Sonoma

Layla sits within MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa on East MacArthur Street, bringing a warm, communal spirit to one of California wine country's most storied addresses. The dining room is bright and airy, while the adjacent Bar at MacArthur offers jewel-toned settees and banquettes for a more intimate, pre-dinner mood. A new deck and patio, framed by abundant greenery and a calming water feature, extend the experience outdoors — making alfresco dining feel genuinely relaxed rather than staged.

What's on the Plate

The menu moves confidently between the light and the indulgent. Seasonal farm-fresh ingredients arrive on custom ceramic plateware, reinforcing the convivial atmosphere the kitchen clearly intends. Forbes Travel Guide, which gave Layla its Recommended recognition for 2026, singles out the housemade Parker House rolls — warm from the oven, dusted with coarse salt — as proof that the simplest dishes often land hardest.

Beyond that, the range is genuinely broad. California staples like avocado toast and a hearty burger share space with Mediterranean-influenced preparations: octopus, and shakshuka with eggs poached in a spiced tomato sauce. For those drawn to the grill, Creekstone Farms prime cuts — a 14-ounce New York strip, a 16-ounce ribeye, or an 8-ounce filet — are cooked over an open flame and served with crispy potatoes, confit onions, blue cheese, and a choice of port jus, chimichurri, or housemade steak sauce.

Beyond Dinner

Layla runs across all dayparts, from weekday breakfasts and lunches to weekend brunch — a format that suits the hotel's broader rhythm and the unhurried pace of Sonoma itself. The culinary team also produces seasonal events on the property, including poolside gatherings with live music and wines poured by Sonoma Valley Vintners & Growers — occasions that reflect the restaurant's deep roots in the local wine community. Private dining is available in the Private Dining Room, Club Room, or on the patio for those planning celebrations or corporate gatherings.