An Italian and a Greek married nearly 40 years came to Penngrove about five years ago to bring the world delicious, freshly made sausages.
Yanni’s is an amazing little gem in the tiny little town of Penngrove in Sonoma County. I have been hearing about them over the last couple of years and I am not sure why it took me so long to get there. On the way back from the city on afternoon we decided to stop in.
John and Francesca were so inviting and genuine. We told them it was our first time visiting and that we had heard so many good things. They gave us each a sample of their Greek chili to taste. Anytime someone is a newbie, they greet them with a sample- a nice touch.
A husband and and wife team, the make all of their own sausages and she makes this killer tzatziki {a Greek sauce for the sandwiches in lieu of a mayo or mustard… Don’t even ask for any other condiments- they know what they’re doing}.
The sausage sandos are between $7-$8, one topping is included and additional toppings {grilled onion, banana peppers, sweet peppers, cheese, or tzatziki} are $.60 each. Really reasonable for the quality and taste.
We went two days in a row because the route we were taking just so happened to take us right through Penngrove. Needing a place to eat lunch, we wanted to take our boys to Yanni’s.
We tried the Loukaniko {anise and citrus}, the sweet Italian, hot Italian, and Greek {feta and Kalamata olive}. All were exceptional. When we visited the day before, we sampled the lamb too, incredibly delicious. If I were judging their sausages against others, I’d hands down give them a double gold on all of them!
I forgot to ask them, but I believe they bake their own bread too.
The Greek fries are a must: salt, pepper, fresh lemon juice, and feta cheese with waffle style fries {fresh fries}.
Yanni’s is right next to the Penngrove Pub where you can sit inside and have a drink and eat, or sit out front and enjoy.
As their sign out front states- these sausages will really make your tastebuds sing… So take a package or two to go for only $8!
John and Francesca totally stole our hearts with their lovely personalities and flavorful food. Yanni’s is on my go-to list and certainly my best-of!