43 Best American Restaurants in Napa

“Having spent 4 days with the family in Napa to enjoy the fine dining and wine, I can honestly say this was the best dining experience we had. This is not only a restaurant but a farm to table experience. Before dinner we strolled the grounds and saw the gardens, chickens, and vineyards which supply the restaurant. The food was excellent and the attention to detail was evident in every dish. This was elevated dining and not just eating good food. The waitstaff were excellent and attentive but not intrusive. This place is a must for any visit to the Napa region. Plan to get there early to give yourself time to stroll the grounds.“

“Food was fresh, beautifully prepared and d service was quick, pleasant and accommodating. The tuna crackers are amazing, the crab cakes are delish. The onion rings will feed 4, and the overall menu has something for everyone and several dishes change daily. I've been to this restaurant 10+ times in the last 15 years and have never been disappointed.“

“From the bottom of my heart, I want to thank our amazing waiter (5/19 @ 6pm) who made sure my sister (who requires support) and I had an amazing time at our dinner. I was super nervous about where we would dine, but the healthy roasted chicken dish attracted us and didn't disappoint. The food and service were top notch. I will be back again!!“

“Great dog-friendly location in Downtown Napa! We got a perfect mix of shady and sunny in their outdoor seating. I got Lucca the Napa Dog a puppy patty and got him a water bowl too. Everyone was super friendly, and the cheeseburger and sweet potato fries and the oreo shake was super yummy!“

“Just a short jaunt out of the city! Easy access and super quiet. Great staff and food…“

“Sis and I had a wonderful meal at Napa Sport Steakhouse. The Fritto Misto was huge and delicious. We both had the Salmon which was a tad over, but plentiful and tasty. The star of the restaurant was our sweetest server Patricia. Professional, very attentive and efficient. I'd go back for sure.“

“I took my husband on the Wine Train to celebrate a milestone birthday. This was a wonderful experience! We started out with a picture and was directed to our seats. For the general seating, we were concerned because the cart had a side-by-side two seaters with a cute small table in front of you and a decorated glass to separate you from your neighbor. I was a little worried about comfortabilty because my husband and I are a little tall with larger frames but we were able to sit comfortable together. The train was very clean and nice and had a comfortable cool climate to combat the 100-degree weather. Immediately, your ride is started with introductions and food. Ms. Jay was our server and she really made the experience for us! Ms. Jay was professional, attentive, knowledgeable, enthusiastic and just an overall pleasure to be with. Ms. Jay took customer service to a whole new level with her engagement and charm. It is so refreshing that when you spend good money, you get excellent, quality service. This is true for all of the staff! The 4-courses were presented well, and was hot and tasty. There are 3 rounds of tastings, one on the train, and two at separate wineries. The tours were a little brief but that is expected when your having fun. You are given time to socialize, but you don't really get the chance to explore the properties because of scheduling (you will be surprised how fast time goes). At the end, they had a mini dance party on the open rail cart, but my husband and I stayed behind to enjoy the scenic views. Although this was a bit costly, the food, wine, train and service met the standard. I am so glad we got a chance to celebrate my husband's special day with the Wine Train.“

“We celebrated our daughter's graduation with family, and truly enjoyed our dinner. Mike, our waiter, was attentive, and never missed a beat. He anticipated everything we needed. Kudos to Mike for making our first meal at Napkins exceptional! The food was fantastic, steaks were cooked to perfection, and everything else was tasty. Thank you for a wonderful dinner.“

“Our first visit - Nice covered outdoor patio (dog friendly), spacious interior dining room, excellent service, & great tasting food! We ordered the local favorite Napa Ice Tea, lemon ricotta pancakes, side of bacon & Huevos Rancheros. Everything was so good! Our total bill with tip $73. A little pricey for brunch (with only 1 drink) but it's pricey everywhere these days. Totally worth it and we'll be back!! Highly recommended!“

“We enjoyed a 3 day girls weekend recently and saved TORC for last.-and yes it was the Best. The menu celebrated Spring with some solid dishes; everything was delicious. Cocktails were tasty. We were blown away with the mouthwatering dessert menu- creative and amazing!“

“First time visiting Squeeze Inn. We had lunch. The burger was great. The grilled cheese was great. So good we went back for supper. We can also recommend the vege burger!“

“First day in from Cincinnat, OH and we wanted a good meal, but didn't want it to be overpriced. We were not disappointed at all! Food was very good....fish tacos and salad were delicious! The hospitality was wonderful after being a long morning on a plane. Our waitress was so fun and very personable. Exactly what we needed!“

“Delicious and fresh and friendly, attentive service!“

“Overall vibe is clean and friendly. Food was very good. We are from Atlanta and have been here a few days and this is a great breakfast find. We had the Nosh omelette and Chorizo scramble. Ask for the homemade salsa, one of the best I’ve tasted. “

“Seriously the best food I’ve had in Napa. The corned beef hash is absolutely ridiculous! Must try!“

“We spent some time at The Lincoln Napa on a recent trip to Napa. The food is fantastic, we tried the short rib tacos, Flat Iron medallions, Adobo Chicken wings, Popcorn (oh my! It’s addictive) and the hummus and guac plate (great happy hour menu items). It was so good we had to try the smash burger, and the Entree Salmon (the best!). Their drinks are creative and amazing! We were in Napa for 3 days and had so much fun we visited twice. We will be back!! Thanks for helping make out trip special!“

“Staff welcoming and attentive. Fresh and tender calamari. Crisp fried prawns. ... for starters. We had steak, branzini and pork belly and strawberry salad for our main meal. Warm bread pudding with cream for dessert. Everything we had was delicious! Cool and cozy vibe.“

“Another great meal for Sunday dinner. chicken dinner, Hamburger, and Chicken Burger....oh and sweet potatoes fries. Service is always top notch and food is always Hot.“

“The customer service was exceptional. the food was very good. Our meal with appetizers came out in a timely manner. We had a wonderful experience. Compliments to the chef and they have a very nice establishment“

“Chef Bernardo Ayala (& Chef Ernesto Martínez) are superstars de cuisine!! Every dish we ordered was pure perfection. Our favorite was the Chicken Empanadas. The masa was delicate and rich in flavor. And the arugula, persimmon, pomegranate, pear salad was one of the best salads I’ve had. This is a new favorite of ours that we’ll come back to every time we’re in Napa!“

“So delicious and the service is excellent. I will definitely be a frequent customer moving forward.“

“Smash burger and fries Best burger & fries in town The flavor in the meat is amazing“

“Went for lunch. Food, service, wine choices, Excellent. Corey - our main server - outstanding. There when you needed him, and good advice. We travel extensively, including BBQ in KC, Tulsa, and Memphis, and Bounty Hunter ranks up there. Has a 1/2 rack of St. Louis Ribs and the Beer can chicken sandwich. All perfectly cooked and very tasty. For a small place, highly recommend. Yes, we will be back.“

“Great variety in menu choices. Had appetizers, a cocktail and main course. All delicious! Staff was efficient and friendly. Atmosphere warm and comfortable indoor by the out-door nice fresh air. Only downside was first choice of cocktail wasn't available but 2nd choice was very good anyhow. Went with a group. We all enjoyed our meals ( and company). We'd return again! Thank you for nice lunch time.“

“I was SUPER excited to see this new burger spot pop up in the plaza. They took over the old Q BBQ spot, situated in the same plaza as Whole Foods, Trader Joes, OSH Hardware (you get the idea). wts -- you'll know what a pain in the behind it can be sometimes to get in here, it's always busy and there's parking but shiesh, come w/ patience, especially if it's the weekend. Tried their burger and chicken sandwich, both of which taste extremely good. Freshly made w/ unlimited amounts of pickles (they make their own!). They do use brown sugar for their lemonades, which was my first time trying it. At first I was like WT Southern F is this. I had to get use to it. It's still just aight imo. Tried the strawberry lemonade to see if there was a "difference," idk why, lol, there's wasn't any difference other than it had strawberries in it haha. I'd still get it, it was good. I wasn't a fan of their garlic fries, but the kid smashed through those like their life depended on it. All in all, this spot made it to my regular rotation when fast food calls. They have indoor and outdoor seating. You can order through the kiosk or go to the counter to talk to a human. Always friendly, well this location .. I'll have to do another review for another location I went to. Calm down, it was cool there too.“

“It’s a little building on the parking lot. Packed with a ton of delicious items on the menu. Love the burgers, grilled cheese, salads, chicken wrap, fish n chips, sweet potato fries, onion rings, so much more. Milkshakes made with ice cream. Nice people work here. There’s a drive through window.Vegetarian options: Vegetarian available but you can always say leave off the meat and add more lettuce, tomatoes, etc.Parking: If you can’t park in front, there’s an open parking lot across the street. Always spots open.Wheelchair accessibility: Wide open door with a low threshold. Nowhere to sit if it’s bad weather. All seating is outside.“

“What an unexpected find! Food in Napa just has to be good! Hyatt quality, always exceptional. But to find the most delicious chilaquilies was truly a treat! Seasoned just right, a little heat but not too much. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, comfortable seating. "Service with a smile" is always welcome. Thanks for making us feel right at home!“

“We had a really nice time yesterday afternoon. Greg did our wine tasting and was very knowledgeable. Nice relaxed environment & he took his time explaining each wine ?. The tour was nice & informative as well. Would come back again & and recommend to others ?.“

“Marks the Spot knocked it out of the park once again for us at an event at our home to celebrate the life of my father. Every detail is taken care of, the staff, the food, the service are so exceptional. They will always be our go to for catering. Thank you MTS for the incredible experience.“

“This continues to be one of our favorite restaurants, because of the excellent service and outstanding food. The cocktails we had were first rate, and the beet salad and scallops were over-the-top delicious. You know it was something special when we are still talking about a day later. I'm confident their other offerings are just as good.“

“Review for cocktails only! Yummy and as a hotel guest - worth it when using the voucher! Had a lovely drink which name I forget... but the fun part was getting to pour the Prosecco in and watch the drink turn from blue to purple! Really nice bartender and staff and just a casual hotel lobby bar vibe. Nothing to complain about and overall a great experience for what it was!“

“The Lincoln is the name of the full-service restaurant that resides inside of Aces & Vine. My wife and I had an early dinner there tonight. Everything was scrumptious! My wife enjoyed her steak medallions so much that she ordered some to go as well! They serve food until 1:30am and the bar and card room are open 24/7! I wish I had realized that they had a restaurant here, 2 years ago! This might be our next go-to spot! Highly recommend it! Vanessa is a rockstar!“

“We took a three-day trip to Nappa and visited a ton of wineries and restaurants. One of the nights we wanted to go somewhere that wasn't much of a walk and this had good ratings. We did NOT realize that it was located inside Embassy Suites until we got there, and at that point, we figured we'd give it a shot. This was easily the best meal that we had during our entire stay. The Banh Mi was excellent and the burger was very good as well. All this being said, as good as the food was, it came second to the first rate service that we received. Nathan was our server and did an excellent job. He provided meaningful input as to the food, was attentive, charismatic, and provided insight to the local area. We definitely would recommend to anyone/everyone.“

“AZ was welcoming and professional. Our breakfast was the most important part of our day. It started with a phenomenal view. Looking from left to right just breath taking. Then you enter into the dinning room... beautiful. Glass from floor to ceiling with a 180 degree view of the vineyard. We enjoyed smoked salmon, corn beef hash (SO YUM) and breakfast sandwich (best with the butter they offer). This Hill Top resultant is available to those staying at Carneros. This was a great start to our day or anyone's day“

“Excellent place friendly staff no long wait time kosy place too dine in staff on point. Food is excellent. Nice clean very quiet and relax environment.“

“Always love the Napa General store service is excellent and so is the food. And they are very pet friendly. Highly recommend.“

“I ate here in 2023 and considered it one of the best dinners I have had in many years. Our group went back in 2024 and while we had a lovely dinner, it was not quite like the experience of dining in 2023 when the restaurant was so new that I believe they did not yet have the outdoor seating. It was still a fantastic meal, and might be best when they were not quite so busy. On a Friday night at 7:15 they were pretty packed. Still this restaurant is a real gem and a treat and I would likely go back when I am there next year. I would reserve ahead to get a table indoors unless the weather is really warm. The heaters worked well and we were not cold, but the indoors would be preferred most evenings of the year.“

“My friend and I enjoyed a lovely Sunday brunch yesterday before heading over to Bottlerock and we are sure glad we did!! The food was solid, yummy and reasonably priced for Napa and on a busy weekend. My friend and I needed to base up for the day so brunching before a full day of fun and music was definitely in our plans, we are responsible! Ha! Anyhow, we shared a breakfast burrito and the Bottlerock tots, both delicious and filling. Besides food, we got the party starts with a carafe of champagne with sides of juices; mango and guava! They provided plenty of Mimosa juice options. Service was also stellar. Our server was prompt, friendly, and even took some pics for us!! You can't ask for more, really!!“

“I felt like it's diner food, elevated. The menu inspires an appetite. There are so many things on the menu. I didn't know where to start. I wanted to try everything. The food did not disappoint, for me at least. I got the carnitas hash. Rich and savory. My wife ordered the breakfast burrito. She said it was good, but a lot of potatoes. The staff was helpful, friendly, and endearing. We're going back.“

“Was taken here for a 1st date. It was so much fun the jumbo size games were so much fun after we red wine and the incredible food. We definitely recommend the salmon pops and tacos. The staff new how to treat their customers. Giving us space for ourselves outside on the patio with comfortable booth in front of the fire place. No mosquitoes! I would have been chewed up if they had mosquitoes. They also have a casino so it's like you can eat and then win your money back. First time I ever played blackjack. I really didn't joy myself shout out to the staff for making sure that I got my phone back and making sure that I put in my password to confirm that my phone belong to me. Memorable night.“

“My husband and I always stop here when we are in Napa and last night did not disappoint. Israel served us and was attentive to our needs. My husband ordered the largest ribs I have ever seen and he ate every single piece. They were seasoned to perfection and meaty. He said they were the best ribs he has ever had. Bobby was an amazing host and we had a great time chatting with him. We will continue to come back each time we are in Napa.“

“It was very good, it was delicious, the staff were very nice and friendly, the menu was very good, I had a good time, it was the first time I came here and ate, the environment was very good.Vegetarian options: GoodDietary restrictions: Fatty food is not recommended for people with high blood cholesterol and sugary food is not recommended for diabetics and they should be careful to stay healthy.Parking: OKKid-friendliness: GoodWheelchair accessibility: Good“

“Had such a great time, we are returning for brunch tomorrow! F&B manager Patrick was awesome, we had a drink outside in the recently remodeled open area listening to music, had probably the best martini ever and went and had a phenomenal dinner with an awesome server (wish I could remember the young man's name) so: Food= excellent Service = excellent Drinks= excellent Ambience= excellent What more can you ask for?“