44 Best American Restaurants in Napa

“Ate there for the first time yesterday and can't wait to go back. We're vegetarian but had no trouble finding incredible offerings. The mushroom/leek risotto was the best I've had. The sweet corn tamale appetizers were surprising and flavorful, and the grilled avocado tostados fabulous! On beautiful grounds with fresh produce growing beside the restaurant. Staff was friendly and efficient. Just a great experience!“

“Good thing I didn’t let reviews influence me. We had an amazing dinner at Bear! Being able to do table shares allowed us to try amazing assortment. Lettuce wrap short ribs-yummy; beets !!, gems salad sirloin steak, sea bass! I could go on and on. Needed a triple order of sourdough!!!! Great service and fun, fun evening.. not your standard meat and potatoes place-a culinary experience😜“

“5 stars for the ambiance & staff members!!! 2 stars for the finger foods, sorry they were cute and looked good but didn’t taste that great. My friends and I had a lovely time on the 4 course tea train for my birthday. It was all of our first times ever riding the wine train and we enjoyed it, however for the price you pay, you really don’t get your moneys worth (soup, salad, finger/cucumber sandwiches, desserts)and we didn’t even stop to get off the train. Also there really isn’t much to look at fields, a couple stores, construction sites, trailer parks, and few wineries). It’s definitely OVERPRICED! I would do it again if it becomes cheaper though. Maybe offer unlimited wine along with the tea, better food, and something for people celebrating their birthdays. I’m so happy my cousin bought along decorations (vines, rose pedals, 36 lights) to make our area extra cute !!!“

“guick, easy, great brunch“

“Very good dinner & Chevelle agrees!“

“I had never been there before truffle festival 2026 at the oxbow market. I got myself a California burger with garlic fries and loved every bite. My compliments to the chefs. 10/10. 100/100. Whatever the scoring system is. I absolutely recommend if you’re in the area.“

“We wanted to try everything on the menu! Fast, friendly service. Lots of locals. Inspired cuisine that was as beautiful as it was delicious. Can’t wait to go back!“

“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!“

“Had the mushroom noodles. Very tasty and priced well. Staff was very accommodating.“

“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!“

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

“We were at group of 7 celebrating a birthday. The service was excellent and the food was delicious. I had the Pecan Crusted Catfish. It was to die for with mashed potatoes and wilted spinach 😋 I would recommend this place as a must stop for fine dining in Napa.“

“It was a beautiful day, so our adventure got off to a great start. We were able to find parking easily, and the staff were helpful. The guys went for the beef burgers, and I ordered the veggie burger (one of the best I've had). We also ordered garlic fries, sweet potato fries, and I splurged on an espresso shake. Everything tasted fresh, portions were generous, and we wanna go back on our next trip to Napa! Tip: We went on a Thurs, so it wasn't crowded... maybe a different story on weekends.“

“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!“

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

“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.“

“Hilltop is truly a treat! The views are absolutely breathtaking and create the perfect backdrop for a memorable meal. The service was spectacular—friendly, attentive, and made us feel so well taken care of. Everything we ordered off the menu was fresh and delicious. Since we booked our stay through a travel agent, we also received the breakfast buffet, which was mostly pastries. They were tasty, though it would have been even better with a few more protein options. Overall, Madera is a beautiful spot with amazing food and service, and we’d definitely come back!“

“Live music on Friday and Saturday evenings!“

“Enjoyed brunch @ Bruce today everyone was nice and the food was awesome! I will be back for sure“

“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.“

“Our waitress was very kind, personable and gave a very good recommendation as far as what to order! Her attitude the whole time was very very easy-going respectful and I would definitely come back and give our specific Waitress 10 stars The food was amazing and the Overall, vibe of the place was chill“

“All is excellent , the food ,the service“

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

“It was very good, it was tasty, 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: Good

Dietary restrictions: Fatty food is not recommended for people with high blood cholesterol and sugary food is not recommended for diabetics and caution should be taken. to be healthy

Parking: Well

Kid-friendliness: Good

Wheelchair accessibility: Good“

“great food and price eccelnt tri tip sanwitches. me and my worker drive extra far to eat here when we are woking in the area. highly recommended. prices lowered than fast food but reasturant quality food. can't say enough about how good the food is.“

“On our visit to Napa we stopped here for a coffee and a piece of chocolate banana bread. It was so good we stopped the next day for breakfast. The place is cute, the staff is friendly and attentive and the food was delicious! Homemade corned beef hash and short rib omelette! The salad I ordered with omelette was equally fresh and delicious! Highly recommend.“

“Our neighborhood spot with friendly staff, consistently good food, a relaxing patio and always running into someone we know!“

“Everything! Staff is on point, food is amazing and don’t get me started on cocktails. All around one of the best restaurants in the Napa Valley.“

“My husband and I enjoyed brunch here on a Sunday morning. The food was delicious (we ordered the eggs Benedict & the corned beef hash). The owner and staff were SO kind, attentive and welcoming. The space itself is clean, bright and beautiful. Gracias for an amazing start to our day! 😊“

“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.“

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

“On a hot sunny day able to sit outside and enjoy a great flight testing of wine while enjoying the world pass by . Amazing daily special beetroot salad . Friendly service“

“We visited your winnery last Sunday for a wine tasting and it turned out to be the perfect setting for a very special moment—I proposed to my girlfriend here! Jim went above and beyond to help make the occasion truly unforgettable. From the warm hospitality to the thoughtful touches, everything exceeded our expectations. The wines were fantastic, but what stood out most was the genuine care and attention that made the day so memorable. This winery will always hold a special place in our hearts.

Sincerely yours,

Chef Jesus Hernandez and Carmen Placensia“

“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.“

“It suits my taste very well, even if it's not very healthy.“

“Had an outstanding experience here for breakfast in the morning. The restaurant is beautiful, the service was 5 stars, and the food was excellent. I really can't say enough good things about this establishment and of course, I would highly recommend the Farmers Table!“

“Enjoyed the patio for lunch , Good food and wine 🍷 The staff was very pleasant . We will be back soon 😊“

“Felt like I was back in Tuscany! Carbonara was out of this world. And matched with a Tuscan  Montepulciano perfectly. Paula gave excellent recommendations. She was very attentive. The lounge is such a comfortable place. Highly recommend! Paula told me that in a couple of weeks the menu will be changed to have an Asian influence. “

“Good food. Clean Location. Friendly Staff.“

“What a great location for this iconic establishment!

The steak omelette didn’t quite look like the one in the menu - but it tasted wonderful and was quite filling

The service was really nice. Attentive without being overbearing or neglectful.

It did get kind of loud but I think church let out and what a better way to spend a breakfast than at Yee old ihop !?“

“Great staff and food is A+++“

“We had been there multiple times through the years. This time we made reservations for Monday evening. Apparently as of Friday, two days before, they had switched to a fixed menu only of multiple courses. While they had sides, they wouldn't let us order them. Since we were fairly full, we said, we'd just split the fixed menu, but they wouldn't allow that either! A transition period? Notification that things have changed? Some level of customer service given they had just changed the way they functioned? Nope. We had to leave.“

“We had been there multiple times through the years. This time we made reservations for Monday evening. Apparently as of Friday, two days before, they had switched to a fixed menu only of multiple courses. While they had sides, they wouldn't let us order them. Since we were fairly full, we said, we'd just split the fixed menu, but they wouldn't allow that either! A transition period? Notification that things have changed? Some level of customer service given they had just changed the way they functioned? Nope. We had to leave.“

“It the best rooftop restaurant“