Diavola

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Diavola Pizzeria: Michelin-Recommended Italian & Pizza in Healdsburg, CA

A Time-Honored Tradition, Reborn in Geyserville

Just north of Healdsburg, in the small town of Geyserville, Diavola occupies a historic landmark that dates back to the 1900s. Chef and owner Dino Bugica spent over a decade in Italy, mastering the art of butchery and the philosophy of cucina povera—using the most basic, locally available ingredients with recipes perfected over centuries. That ethos is alive here: a daily changing menu built around carefully sourced meats, fish, and produce from local farms, ranches, and fisheries, guided by sustainability.

The Craft of Cured Meats and Wood-Fired Pizza

Diavola’s heart is its house-cured salumi and sausages, made in-house and showcased on an antipasti board alongside local vegetables and imported cheeses. The wood-burning oven turns out authentic Neapolitan-style pizzas—thin, blistered, and deeply flavorful. The Margherita, with Mozzarella di Bufala and basil, is a classic. Seasonal specials like the Dictator, topped with marinated short rib, kimchi, and serrano chiles, show the kitchen’s creative, cross-cultural side. Pasta is handmade, from chestnut gnocchi with local squash to spaghetti Bolognese with chanterelles.

The Spirit of California, Italian Soul

The atmosphere is rustic and welcoming, with outdoor seating and a private room available. The Michelin inspectors have recognized Diavola for its consistent quality, earning a Michelin Recommended distinction in 2026. It’s a place where Italian tradition meets Sonoma County’s bounty—no fuss, just honest cooking from a chef who learned his craft on the other side of the Atlantic.