Partake by KJ - Permanently Closed

4.5 (202)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

241 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg, CA 95448

About this restaurant

Partake by KJ, located in Healdsburg, California, is a contemporary restaurant offering a twist on the wine tasting room concept. The restaurant has a wine tasting area where you can order a flight of wine and bites of food. Additionally, Partake by KJ has a full dining room. Try the tempura maitake mushrooms or the coq au vin with red wine flour pasta. For a unique dining experience, Healdsburg’s Partake by KJ has something for every appetite. Whether you want to order a small plate, a la carte, or a full meal, the restaurant can accommodate. The knowledgeable staff is able to help pair wine with any food ordered.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Restaurant Hours: Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday 5:30pm to 9:00pm Friday & Saturday 5:30pm to 9:30pm Tasting Room Open Daily from 11:00am to 5:00pm
Website
http://www.partakebykj.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Justin Wangler

Location
241 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg, CA 95448
Neighborhood
Healdsburg
Cross street
Matheson
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar Dining, Cafe, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Marin County Oyster on the Half Shell
White Verjus Mignonette, Pink Peppercorns, Pickled Cucumbers
- each$3.00
Farmer T's Greens$8.00
Herb and Shallot Vinaigrette, Roasted Pistachios, Vella Dry Jack Cheese
Mushroom Soup$11.00
Pickled Mushrooms, Crispy Pancetta, Creme Fraiche
Estate Lamb Tartare$11.00
Parsley, Garlic, Beet Chips
Estate Hearty Greens$12.00
Poached Egg, Garlic Chips, Maitake Mushrooms
Grilled Squid$14.00
Bone Marrow, Chimichurri, Oyster Mushrooms
Pork Belly Sliders$16.00
Apricot Puree, Pickled Red Onion, Arugula
Artisan Cheese & Charcuterie Board$18.00
A Seasonal Selection with Housemade Accompaniments

White Wine

Sauvignon Blanc

Kendall-Jackson Avant, 2014
California
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$21.00
Grand Reserve, 2014
Mendocino County
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$30.00

Chardonnay

Vintner's Reserve, 2013
California
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$26.00
Grand Reserve, 2013
53% Monterey County, 47% Santa Barbara County
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$33.00
Jackson Estate Piner Hills, 2013
Sonoma County
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$45.00
Jackson Estate Camelot Highlands, 2013
Santa Maria Valley, Santa Barbara County
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$45.00
Stature, 2012
Santa Barbara County
- Bottle$125.00

Alternative Whites

Vintner's Reserve Riesling, 2013
Monterey County
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$21.00
Vintner's Reserve Pinot Gris, 2014
Monterey County
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$21.00
Grand Reserve Rosé, 2014
Sonoma County
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$30.00
Grand Reserve White Meritage, 2013
60% Lake County, 40% Mendocino County
- Bottle$30.00

Wine Flights

Blind Tasting - Three White Wines
- Bottle$10.00
Blind Tasting - Three Red Wines
- Bottle$10.00

Red Wine

Pinot Noir

Grand Reserve, 2013
66% Monterey County, 34% Santa Barbara County
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$36.00
Jackson Estate Outland Ridge, 2013
Anderson Valley, Mendocino County
- Glass$17.00
- Bottle$52.00
Jackson Estate Seco Highlands, 2013
Monterey County
- Glass$17.00
- Bottle$52.00
Jackson Estate Los Robles, 2013
Santa Barbara County
- Glass$17.00
- Bottle$52.00

Merlot

Grand Reserve, 2012
Sonoma County
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$38.00
Jackson Estate Taylor Peak, 2012
Bennet Valley
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$60.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

Grand Reserve, 2012
Sonoma County
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$45.00
Jackson Estate Hawkeye Mountain, 2012
Alexander Valley
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle$74.00
Jackson Estate Trace Ridge, 2012
Knight's Valley
- Glass$23.00
- Bottle$91.00
Jackson Estate Napa Mountain, 2012
Mt. Veeder
- Bottle$105.00

Alternative Reds

Vintner's Reserve Zinfandel, 2013
Mendocino County
- Bottle$26.00
Grand Reserve Red Meritage, 2012
Bordeaux Style Blend
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$45.00
Jackson Estate Alisos Hills Syrah, 2013
Santa Barbara County
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$50.00

Entreés

Potato Gnocchi$18.00
Chanterelle Mushrooms, Poached Purple Onions, Tuscan Kale
Lassen County Trout$23.00
Cucumber, Pearl Onions, Trout Roe, Saffron Beurre Blanc
Roasted Chicken$24.00
Romesco, Estate Spigarello, Pickled Pepper Relish
Liberty Duck Breast$28.00
Roasted Beets, Matsutake, Duck Jus, Farro
Roasted Lamb Loin$32.00
Estate Squash, Pickled Chanterelles, Fennel, Roasted Potatoes, Lamb Jus
Braised Shortribs$32.00
Roasted Winter Squash, Squash Purée, Estate Turnip

Sides

Garden Crudité & Pickled Vegetables$6.00
Red Wine Fries$6.00
K-J Cabernet Ketchup
Seasonal Estate Vegetables$7.00
Tempura Maitake Mushrooms$10.00

Dessert

Caramelized White Chocolate Cheesecake Mousse$6.00
Chardonnay Caramel Sauce, Pecan Bacon Praline Crumble
Pumpkin Cheesecake$9.00
Molasses Cake, Curry Sauce, Cranberry Gel, Candied Pumpkin Seeds, Coconut Sorbet
Carrot Cake Bar$9.00
Spice Caramel Sauce, Candied Walnuts, Late Harvest Reisling Gel, Gingersnap Crumble, Rum Raisin Ice Cream
Butterscotch Panna Cotta$10.00
Maple-Caramel Sauce, Candy Cap Meringue, Graham Cracker Crumble, Sweet Potato Ice Cream, Candied Pecans
German Chocolate Cake$10.00
Cocoa Nib Meringues, Stout Ice Cream, Coconut Pebbles, Candied Pecans
Buttercup's Mignardises$10.00
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Dessert Wines

Grand Reserve Orange Muscat, 2013
Monterey County
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$30.00
Grand Reserve Port, NV
Russian River Valley
- Bottle$47.00

Refreshers

Hot Tea$4.00
Assorted Organic Loose-Leaf Teas from Taylor Maid Farms
Sonoma Iced Tea$3.00
Chardonnay, Rosé
Sparkling Water$3.00

Espresso Service

Organic Coffee from Taylor Maid Farms

Single$3.00
Double$5.00
Cappuccino$6.00
Latte$6.00
Americano$4.00

What 202 people are saying

Partake by KJ - Permanently Closed reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.2Ambience
0.2Value

Noise • Moderate

202 Reviews

RJ
RichJ
San Francisco4 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 13, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We ate here for the first time during Restaurant Week. My wife and I both chose the $39 3-course dinner plus wine paring, and deliberately made different choices from the menu, to taste the maximum number of dishes. The food was universally very good - relatively simple preparations done well. However the amount of food was very small - we were both thinking of things to munch on when we got home. The wine pairing (at $10/person) was exceptional! We were each of served three glasses (not full but substantial) of really good K-J wines, which was a great value. The restaurant is very small, and the noise level was higher than I would have liked. Service was simply perfect. If only there was a little more food.
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nu2area Gold
San Francisco12 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 11, 2016
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Delicious food!
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JPWChard Gold
Houston20 reviews
2.0
Dined on February 15, 2016
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Our first visit was a great experience - good food, wine & value. We were excited to come back again and since it was Valentine's Day, we thought it would be even more special. Well, this menu was definitely not as good as our first time. And of course, since it was a holiday, the price went way up. How unfortunate because the food was not exciting at all. The regular menu consisted of lamb & steak courses and the garden menu had a boring salad & gnocchi. The best part was probably the wine.
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OpenTable Diner Gold
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on February 1, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Greg was our server. He was one of the best servers I've ever had. He knew the wine list extensively and provided great guidance for the food pairings. He made our dining experience both memorable and exceptional. Also, every dish we had was delicious and every glass of wine we had was special.
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Mmmm Gold
Tampa186 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 17, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were great. The choice of wine to pair with the food was great. It was both a fun meal and great experience.
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Goodcatmommy
San Francisco11 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 16, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very accommodating, knowledgeable and friendly staff. With advance notice we managed to get a multi-course vegan dinner. Everything was delicious, the portions were just the right size, and the wine pairing was spot on. We especially enjoyed the creative use of mushrooms in more than one dish. I'd also like to mention that KJ has a great culinary garden at their tasting room in Santa Rosa, well-worth visiting, although I don't know if the restaurant in Healdsburg gets the produce from there.
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Edgar
San Francisco23 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 27, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service.
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Chopsticks Gold
Connecticut74 reviews
4.0
Dined on December 27, 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This restaurant that's associated with Kendall Jackson wines is about more than just wine. The food is prepared in imaginative ways with a real depth of flavors and can be enjoyed with or without wine, and this is true for starters, entrees, and desserts. The potions were not too large so that we could enjoy multiple courses without feeling stuffed. It was great fun to try to guess the wines in the blind tasting.There are a small number of tables, and seatings seemed to be staggered, so the service we received was really outstanding.
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ACofHB Gold
San Francisco15 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 12, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went with 4 friends that had never been. We had high expectations as we are seldom disappointed there. All the wines and plates that we were served were tasty. The service team was led very well by Matt. Both Greg and Alvaro did an incredible job of providing support. We are proud to have this restaurant in our hometown and love to show it off.
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DenisG
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on November 28, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We had seen reviews that recommended Partake at KJ for the quality of food and its wine pairing, and I have to say after experiencing it that I could not agree more. The food was top quality, inventive, with locally sourced ingredients (all vegetables coming from the Kendall Jackson properties) and very nicely presented. If you like going to restaurants for their tasting menu, quality of ingredients, perfect cooking, this is it! You will be enjoying it fully. It is actually the best possible quality vs value that I have ever found for tasting menus with wine pairing. It opened up a different perspective about KJ's wines, and if that is their goal, it is very well done. Since we were two and are used to sharing food for a more complete experience, we decided to have both tasting menus which allowed us to try 10 dishes with their associated wine. The house also gave an amuse-bouche to start with which was fantastic (a creation of the day with creme fraiche, persimmon, pistachio and balsamic vinegar), also paired with its surprise wine (you'll make your guess). What it is not is a trendy bar with a lot of people, nor it is overly romantic with dimmed light. It has a clean decor, both with modern and rustic touches that go very well together. The good side of this is that it will be more quiet than your typical popular dinner venue and you can enjoy good conversation. The service was prompt and delivered with attention to details, and sharing excellent knowledge about the wines being served and their vineyards. The boutique has interesting items not seen elsewhere such as grapeseed flour and oil from specific grapes (as opposed to blends). I enjoyed tasting different grapeseed oils which was a nice discovery. All in all a great experience and I highly recommend you to make a stop there if you are in or going through Healdsburg, and do choose the tasting menus..
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Restaurant Hours: Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday 5:30pm to 9:00pm Friday & Saturday 5:30pm to 9:30pm Tasting Room Open Daily from 11:00am to 5:00pm
Website
http://www.partakebykj.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Justin Wangler

Location
241 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg, CA 95448
Neighborhood
Healdsburg
Cross street
Matheson
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar Dining, Cafe, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Partake by KJ - Permanently Closed

About this restaurant

Not available on OpenTable

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Starters

Marin County Oyster on the Half Shell

Farmer T's Greens$8.00

Mushroom Soup$11.00

Estate Lamb Tartare$11.00

Estate Hearty Greens$12.00

Grilled Squid$14.00

Pork Belly Sliders$16.00

Artisan Cheese & Charcuterie Board$18.00

White Wine

Sauvignon Blanc

Kendall-Jackson Avant, 2014

Grand Reserve, 2014

Chardonnay

Vintner's Reserve, 2013

Grand Reserve, 2013

Jackson Estate Piner Hills, 2013

Jackson Estate Camelot Highlands, 2013

Stature, 2012

Alternative Whites

Vintner's Reserve Riesling, 2013

Vintner's Reserve Pinot Gris, 2014

Grand Reserve Rosé, 2014

Grand Reserve White Meritage, 2013

Wine Flights

Blind Tasting - Three White Wines

Blind Tasting - Three Red Wines

Red Wine

Pinot Noir

Grand Reserve, 2013

Jackson Estate Outland Ridge, 2013

Jackson Estate Seco Highlands, 2013

Jackson Estate Los Robles, 2013

Merlot

Grand Reserve, 2012

Jackson Estate Taylor Peak, 2012

Cabernet Sauvignon

Grand Reserve, 2012

Jackson Estate Hawkeye Mountain, 2012

Jackson Estate Trace Ridge, 2012

Jackson Estate Napa Mountain, 2012

Alternative Reds

Vintner's Reserve Zinfandel, 2013

Grand Reserve Red Meritage, 2012

Jackson Estate Alisos Hills Syrah, 2013

Entreés

Potato Gnocchi$18.00

Lassen County Trout$23.00

Roasted Chicken$24.00

Liberty Duck Breast$28.00

Roasted Lamb Loin$32.00

Braised Shortribs$32.00

Sides

Garden Crudité & Pickled Vegetables$6.00

Red Wine Fries$6.00

Seasonal Estate Vegetables$7.00

Tempura Maitake Mushrooms$10.00

Dessert

Caramelized White Chocolate Cheesecake Mousse$6.00

Pumpkin Cheesecake$9.00

Carrot Cake Bar$9.00

Butterscotch Panna Cotta$10.00

German Chocolate Cake$10.00

Buttercup's Mignardises$10.00

Dessert Wines

Grand Reserve Orange Muscat, 2013

Grand Reserve Port, NV

Refreshers

Hot Tea$4.00

Sonoma Iced Tea$3.00

Sparkling Water$3.00

Espresso Service

Single$3.00

Double$5.00

Cappuccino$6.00