My wife and I ate here for dinner and had a fantastic experience. We had a couple different glasses of wine and our waiter was amazing at walking us through different samples of wine before we landed on ones we liked. The choices were great.
We were on our honeymoon and the waiter brought out complimentary glasses of rose sparkling wine which was delicious. We started with the beef tartar, the crudo, and sourdough rolls— each was delicious and a great start. Our main dishes were the pumpkin risotto and short rib, both delicious as well. The short rib was so tender it melted in my mouth. We ended with a toffee cake that was delicious and hit the spot.
The staff was incredible the entire time. Our waiter (I think Laura?) was amazing and even gave us a few recommendations on places to try during our visit, which we did!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrew Abraham
Wonderful staff and phenomenal food. Thank you chef rios and team!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vanessa Usi
We were excited to try Solbar given its Michelin reputation, but I’m honestly glad we switched our dinner reservation to breakfast—because even that was a letdown. From the start, service felt rushed. Our server walked away mid-order, drinks took forever, and when we asked about the menu, no one seemed to know much. For a Michelin-rated restaurant, that was disappointing.
The crab cake Benedict was the biggest miss—bland, puréed, and missing the fresh, lumpy texture real crab should have. The bacon tasted nuked, while the donut holes were the only highlight—warm, fluffy, and delicious. Then came the wait: another 30 minutes just to pay. Staff seemed more focused on setting up for the next shift than serving the guests still there. The table behind us waited even longer just to order. We also mentioned we were celebrating a birthday—the host even acknowledged it at check-in—but when another table across from us celebrated, they got complimentary donuts and a candle while we got nothing. It’s not about the freebie; it’s about consistency and care, which was clearly missing.
To top it off, breakfast for three totaled $183. For that kind of price, you’d expect a memorable meal and thoughtful service. Instead, it was a bland experience that felt rushed, indifferent, and completely overhyped.
Beautiful setting, sure—but definitely not worth the visit, not Michelin-worthy, and a total waste of our morning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 1
Victoria S
We decided to stay in Calistoga for a week after we got married and were recommended Solbar by a friend. We visited for breakfast, sat outside (we had a dog) and really enjoyed it. I got the chilaquiles with chorizo which were out of this world! I want to go back and try dinner or lunch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Isaac
Delicious food, beautiful atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sharon Alaimo
My daughter requested lunch at Solbar while we were in Calistoga for a mother-daughter trip. We ordered the lobster rolls, the Parker Rolls, the Brussels & Pear salad and drinks. The salad came and it tasted as if there was little or no dressing on it but the real disappointment came with the warm lobster rolls which came cold and smothered in Hollandaise sauce which was tasteless. The Parker rolls were the only thing that I can recommend. We ate the salad but sent the lobster rolls back. The replacement rolls were not much better. What a disappointment and when it was brought to the attention of the restaurant, nothing was done except to say it would be relayed to management. Wish we would have gone to the Four Seasons again instead of Solage. The Four Seasons meal we had was excellent. No comparison here. Don't waste your time or money at Solbar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 1
Paul H
Dined late night outside. Hardly anyone there. Very relaxing, service was very good. The food was good. Great for a late night relaxing date night.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Ashley S
shocked by this place. obviously a gorgeous atmosphere, but that's where it ends
came for lunch, ordered a chicken sandwich. it arrived raw. sent it back and ordered another. it also arrived raw. we said forget it. insanity.
ordered the fish tacos. they don't say fried (where the chicken does say it's fried), so we were not expecting fried... that's ok though. however it was about 3 tiny pieces of fish and cabbage... that's it. nothing particularly wonderful or flavorful, the tacos at any little town restaurant in calistoga are about 10x better.
dont waste your time or money here, even if you're staying here. head across the street to the restaurants at four seasons - everything is delicious and... COOKED.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 2
Kevin Kirtley
Laura was our server, she was awesome very knowledgeable and attune to our group seemingly knowing exactly how to make our night great! Honorable mention, the manager who, sorry forgot his name, went out of his way to make our experience perfect!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paul P
Great food, atmosphere, service. Cocktails were unique and tomahawk was amazing. Highly recommend.
Silverado breakfast. Eggs over cooked and cold toast with frozen butter. French toast was excellent rich blueberry flavor.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Dakotah Kuhns
The food was fabulous — really creative, original, and earthy! The atmosphere was also serene and the outdoor area felt immersed in nature. Will absolutely visit again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Mark Parrish
We dined as a party of 6 on 9/22. This was our second visit to Solar and we had Laura as our server each time. She was a delight, making great wine recommendations for our food orders and providing attentive service. She recommended the Poggi wine and we were surprised to have the owners serve their wine for both bottles we ordered. They were passionate advocates of their wine and a lovely couple. All around, it was an excellent experience and our thanks to Laura and the entire staff.
Mark
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kris Chiongbian
Our waiter was attentive and overall service was amazing. Atmosphere was beautiful and the weather for outdoor seating was perfect. Most importantly, the food was consistently delicious. Not a bad dish!
My wife and I ate here for dinner and had a fantastic experience. We had a couple different glasses of wine and our waiter was amazing at walking us through different samples of wine before we landed on ones we liked. The choices were great.
We were on our honeymoon and the waiter brought out complimentary glasses of rose sparkling wine which was delicious. We started with the beef tartar, the crudo, and sourdough rolls— each was delicious and a great start. Our main dishes were the pumpkin risotto and short rib, both delicious as well. The short rib was so tender it melted in my mouth. We ended with a toffee cake that was delicious and hit the spot.
The staff was incredible the entire time. Our waiter (I think Laura?) was amazing and even gave us a few recommendations on places to try during our visit, which we did!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wonderful staff and phenomenal food. Thank you chef rios and team!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We were excited to try Solbar given its Michelin reputation, but I’m honestly glad we switched our dinner reservation to breakfast—because even that was a letdown. From the start, service felt rushed. Our server walked away mid-order, drinks took forever, and when we asked about the menu, no one seemed to know much. For a Michelin-rated restaurant, that was disappointing.
The crab cake Benedict was the biggest miss—bland, puréed, and missing the fresh, lumpy texture real crab should have. The bacon tasted nuked, while the donut holes were the only highlight—warm, fluffy, and delicious. Then came the wait: another 30 minutes just to pay. Staff seemed more focused on setting up for the next shift than serving the guests still there. The table behind us waited even longer just to order.
We also mentioned we were celebrating a birthday—the host even acknowledged it at check-in—but when another table across from us celebrated, they got complimentary donuts and a candle while we got nothing. It’s not about the freebie; it’s about consistency and care, which was clearly missing.
To top it off, breakfast for three totaled $183. For that kind of price, you’d expect a memorable meal and thoughtful service. Instead, it was a bland experience that felt rushed, indifferent, and completely overhyped.
Beautiful setting, sure—but definitely not worth the visit, not Michelin-worthy, and a total waste of our morning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 1
We decided to stay in Calistoga for a week after we got married and were recommended Solbar by a friend. We visited for breakfast, sat outside (we had a dog) and really enjoyed it. I got the chilaquiles with chorizo which were out of this world! I want to go back and try dinner or lunch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious food, beautiful atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My daughter requested lunch at Solbar while we were in Calistoga for a mother-daughter trip. We ordered the lobster rolls, the Parker Rolls, the Brussels & Pear salad and drinks. The salad came and it tasted as if there was little or no dressing on it but the real disappointment came with the warm lobster rolls which came cold and smothered in Hollandaise sauce which was tasteless. The Parker rolls were the only thing that I can recommend. We ate the salad but sent the lobster rolls back. The replacement rolls were not much better. What a disappointment and when it was brought to the attention of the restaurant, nothing was done except to say it would be relayed to management. Wish we would have gone to the Four Seasons again instead of Solage. The Four Seasons meal we had was excellent. No comparison here. Don't waste your time or money at Solbar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 1
Dined late night outside. Hardly anyone there. Very relaxing, service was very good. The food was good. Great for a late night relaxing date night.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
shocked by this place. obviously a gorgeous atmosphere, but that's where it ends
came for lunch, ordered a chicken sandwich. it arrived raw. sent it back and ordered another. it also arrived raw. we said forget it. insanity.
ordered the fish tacos. they don't say fried (where the chicken does say it's fried), so we were not expecting fried... that's ok though. however it was about 3 tiny pieces of fish and cabbage... that's it. nothing particularly wonderful or flavorful, the tacos at any little town restaurant in calistoga are about 10x better.
dont waste your time or money here, even if you're staying here. head across the street to the restaurants at four seasons - everything is delicious and... COOKED.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 2
Laura was our server, she was awesome very knowledgeable and attune to our group seemingly knowing exactly how to make our night great!
Honorable mention, the manager who, sorry forgot his name, went out of his way to make our experience perfect!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food, atmosphere, service. Cocktails were unique and tomahawk was amazing. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Silverado breakfast. Eggs over cooked and cold toast with frozen butter. French toast was excellent rich blueberry flavor.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
The food was fabulous — really creative, original, and earthy! The atmosphere was also serene and the outdoor area felt immersed in nature. Will absolutely visit again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
We dined as a party of 6 on 9/22. This was our second visit to Solar and we had Laura as our server each time. She was a delight, making great wine recommendations for our food orders and providing attentive service. She recommended the Poggi wine and we were surprised to have the owners serve their wine for both bottles we ordered. They were passionate advocates of their wine and a lovely couple. All around, it was an excellent experience and our thanks to Laura and the entire staff.
Mark
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our waiter was attentive and overall service was amazing. Atmosphere was beautiful and the weather for outdoor seating was perfect. Most importantly, the food was consistently delicious. Not a bad dish!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fine dining. Great food. Ambiance.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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