35 Best American Restaurants near Rutherford

“I recently had the pleasure of dining here for lunch, and I must say, it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment I arrived, I was blown away by the breathtaking views and inviting atmosphere. The food surpassed all expectations. Each dish was bursting with flavor and expertly prepared. From the appetizers to the dessert, every bite was a culinary delight. The staff at this place is incredible. Their professionalism and attention to detail made me feel like a valued guest. They were attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure that my dining experience was nothing short of perfect. Overall, my lunch was exceptional in every way. The combination of stunning views, delicious food, and impeccable service made me feel like I was on a vacation. I can't wait to return and enjoy another memorable meal.“

“I think Hillstone is one of the finest restaurant operators in the country. Casual elegant atmosphere, reasonable prices, good food and service.We ordered a special grilled artichokes 5/5, Caesar salad 4.5/5, knife and fork ribs 4.5/5, trout with rock shrimp (trout 4/5 rock shrimp 5/5), and Oreo sandwich with ice cream 4.5/5.Very good cocktail, wine, and beer choices.“

“We arrived in Glen Ellen after a long car ride. I chose to crash at the hotel, but my husband wasn't going to miss a chance to eat at Glen Ellen Star. A week later I am still hearing about the other-worldly bananas foster he had for dessert! :-) We love this place so much that when we plan a weekend getaway we stay in Glen Ellen and drive over the hills to visit Napa and St. Helena just to be near our favorite restaurant, the Glen Ellen Star.“

“We visited here back in September, but I am only now getting around to leaving my review. We had a wonderful time dining here! The food was amazing, our server was attentive and friendly, and the drinks were great. We sat outside and the weather was warm and once it got dark they had little table lamps for a nice glow. We walked around a little bit after dinner to go see the fountain that was lit up. They also had a great dessert menu and we loved the added option of cigars. We would definitely come back! I would also like to try their Bar + Bakery.“

“Stoped here with friends for dinner. None of us have ever been here so we went in with open minds and ready to be fed some good food!! So many choices to dine. Inside the restaurant, outside tables or cute yurts that seem to seat about 4 comfortably. Inside is beautiful and rustic. Very comfortable not pretentious. We were given menus but really didn't understand the process until our food server explained that side dishes are served family style in Le Cruset casserole dishes, you just need to pick a couple of proteins to go with them. Our choices: a full loaf of sourdough, fresh picked veggies and their own dip, braised leeks that are meant to be served cold, a whole deboned chicken and a filet of sturgeon. Everything was beyond incredible!! So much flavor!! Everything was extremely fresh. We kept making yum noises and saying OMG after tasting each dish. We couldn't have been happier. All our dishes seemed to compliment each other so well. Our food server was SO KNOWLEDGEABLE...she knew just the right wine to suggest with it and we took her suggestion. She really went ABOVE and BEYOND her job. No I can see whay she was training someone...she really knows the fine art of turning someone's dinner into an experience!! I wish I would have taken pictures but we were too busy eating. 5 stars Charter Oak! You exceeded in all aspects!“

“We celebrated a birthday last night at Mill and it couldn't have been a better choice! The food and service were top notch. Highly recommend the brussel sprouts, fried tofu, pork chops and the masala cakes! I almost forgot fi mention that the cocktails and deserts were also delicious as well. The sangria, old fashion and the pomegranate spritz should be ordered along with the basque cheesecake and lemon special“

“Mustards is a Napa staple. Their menu has something for everyone and prices won't break the bank. After a wonderful day of wine tasting we finished our evening with dinner at Mustards. The dining room seems packed and can be loud but service is always excellent. For my dinner I ordered the Famous Mongolian Pork Chop but substituted fries and coleslaw to go along with the chop. Food was good and chop was plentiful but perhaps a little dry. Everyone in our party seemed to enjoy what they ordered so the evening was a success. We will make it a point to visit again and explore something else on the menu. Perhaps our next visit will include a fifth star.“

“If you ever have the opportunity to dine at the Gatehouse Restaurant at the CIA you must! The best and most innovative food you will find. We have dined at Michelin restaurants and this was matching the experience. Our server Abby (student of CIA) was amazing. Personable, knowledgeable and professional.“

“My family and I have eaten at Farmstead many, many times, and the service, food, drinks and ambience is always great and a wonderful experience. The food and wine selections perfectly complement the flavors for an elevated dining experience. The portions are generous, especially the Heritage St. Louis Ribs and the California Arborio Rice - definitely shareable plates. The desserts are always on point. My favorite is the Scharffen Berger Chocolate Cream Pie - house made with a thick graham cracker crust and whipped cream. If you are looking for a true farm to table experience, showcasing fresh and flavorful ingredients from their garden, ranch and vineyards, Farmstead delivers. Price: $$$ Food: ***** Service: ***** Cuisine: American Farmhouse I highly recommend Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch!“

“Local burger diner spot with good food, nice peeps and an excellent value. Located inside a local strip mall, with a couple of outdoor tables, about half a dozen tables inside and old fashion counter seating. Parking was plentiful on Saturday afternoon. We got a couple of their regular cheeseless burgers with various toppings, wanting to checkout how good they really are without over the top cheese skirt. The order was ready with 5-10 minutes paying at their order area. Made to order fresh ground beef and very fresh sesame seed bun with enough body to hold up the juicy slab of perfectly crusted ground cow. A perfect meat to bun ratio, fresh tomatoes, lettuce and onions; all dressed in mayo, mustard and a pickles. Pro-tip...wrap the burger in one of the napkins to keep the juice from your shirt and hang on to the burger keep it from falling apart as you devour. Leaving the other hand for fries and beverage. It's pretty savage to eat with two hands but this meal deserves it. Fries are washed and double fried with a crisp bite. You know what I'm talking about. Soda fountain in back with a bottled beer assortment including drafts in the front...did I mention they have an happy hour special? We dropped but over 30 for two burgers, drink, a beer and large fries...real food for real people ducats. Proof that five star places, like the ones up and across the highway...including the other popular burger spot with two outlets nearby...you don't need a fat wallet and hype to get great meal.“

“This restaurant offers excellent service, but parking at the location requires attention. The dishes are unique, although the lamb shank was too salty. The corn soup is delicious, and the baby pork chops are tasty. However, the table placement is a bit cramped. Overall, it's a good experience!“

“Our 2nd time here. We got California Burger and Root Beer Float, both are delicious! Plenty of seating here, your hands may get dirty cause the burger is juicy, but there are outdoor sinks to wash hands. Restroom is clean. I know there are so many good restaurants in the area but if you don't have time to sit down and dine, this is the best option. Highly recommend.“

“First time to Fume'.. my father had the rosemary chicken and Cesar Salad. He said it was quite good. I had the beet salad.. it was terrific. Make sure to order the bread, its out of this world. Service was excellent, Ambiance was good. Can't wait to sit outside, looks quite nice but too cold today. Over all great experience!“

“Came here for dinner on our last night in Napa and I was so glad we came. The service was top notch and the patio seating was very calming and beautiful. Our cocktails were great and my husband got the wings appetizer which were yummy. I had the pasta dish with shrimp and I cleaned the plate clean. My husband loved his burger and we ended our meal with the carrot cake, which was perfect! I can't wait to come back!“

“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. “

“We were on our way from Napa to Calistoga and decided to stop by St. Helena for some shopping and to grab some breakfast. It was Saturday morning and we got there at about 11 am. We got so lucky because we were able to get seated right away, even though the place was packed. I wouldn't be surprised if there are long wait times, especially on the weekend. I think the fact that it was raining helped us to get seated quickly. So charming inside, absolutely no frills but you can tell by going in that they have that home cooked charm. I was surprised that their menu was large, quite a diner experience. I ordered the breakfast sandwich with fries. The portions were big and I just had half my sandwich and some fries at the diner since I was supposed to be eating light before going to the spa. The sandwich was delicious, simple but done right. Staff was friendly, bathroom was clean. The establishment does not have their own parking, street parking only. I highly recommend this place.“

“I took my friend here on a Tuesday for brunch. We were seated right away. My friend had the waffle with fresh fruit, and homemade whipped cream. I had a wonderful bowl of hot oatmeal garnished with dried fruits and maple syrup. I had the delicious French pressed coffee and heated cream. Good food and reasonable prices. I will return.“

“We came here for dinner after a tasting across the street at Jessup Cellars. Everything we chose from the Happy Hour & regular menu was excellent, as were our drinks and wine menu choices. We were a party of 6. Our server was extremely nice, knowledgeable, and helpful.“

“This has got to be the most elevated burger in Yountville. Beautiful brioche with perfectly fresh and tasty fillings.An unassuming kitchen, that delivers exceptional food! Well worth a stop. The burger was perfection and my fries were Uber-crispy just the way I love it. We also tried the lentil soup & its was a flavor punch!The secret rooftop veranda is the ideal place to sip & eat. No food pic, because we ate too fast!“

“Basically a Garden of Eden... but better, because this garden has Fried Chicken instead of fruit. Tucked behind "ad hoc," is a gravel path that leads into "addendum" -- admittedly thought it was going to be more hype than anything given the attributions, location, and the ubiquitous category it specialized in... but it turned out to be the most impressively delicious fried chicken ever. Frankly I didn't know fried chicken could be so good -- it wasn't greasy, the inside which was juicy and extremely balanced and seasoned through-and-through, the outside was perfectly crunchy with a good consistency, and the finishing touches of salt and rosemary. The side items faded into the background, including the understandably pricey added-on caviar item that didn't really add to the experience headlined by the fried chicken... although the champagne (that comes with the caviar) did work well with fried chicken. Deceivingly casual, besides the location, the entire no frills service format involving ordering out of one shack, picking up at another (bigger) shack, and self seating at basic picnic tables... great for any kind of party whether single travelers to families.“

“Elegant, unique, delicious. Worth every dollar. The service is exceptional- professional, timely, attentive. Pleasant dining experience with truly inspired dishes. We have had excellent meals around the world and Press in Mt. Helena is one of the best meals we have enjoyed.“

“My family treated me for my birthday at Ad Hoc this past weekend, and it was fantastic. The Buttermilk fried chicken was incredibly moist and flavorful, with perfectly crispy skin. Even my picky eater approved! We also enjoyed the grilled pork chop, which had a tantalizing smoky flavor and paired beautifully with the horseradish cream sauce. The fried ricotta is an absolute must-have; it's irresistibly delicious. While the Pistachio Cake was good, it truly shined when paired with a cup of coffee. The servers provided excellent service from start to finish, making our experience truly enjoyable. We had a wonderful 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.“

“Food was tasty. We had burrito, fish tacos, veggies burger and bacon burger.Food was great, especially since I was not expecting much from a golf grill.Sitting outside was spectacular.Austin, Our server was sweet and on the ball.Price was reasonable.All around nice experience.Parking: Park on the street or in parking lot.“

“Superb atmosphere and food exceeded expectations. Truffle fries were on point crispy and tasty. Burrata with lovely sweet grilled peppers and fresh toasted bread was delicious. Lobster roll had a mild flavor with good consistency. The star was the fresh pesto Fusilli pasta. Perfect texture with a bit of andante. The warm chocolate cookie at the end was perfect. Friendly serving staff. Great outdoor seating to wait for the table to get ready. Only small hiccup was the front desk person said she has checked us in and will let us know to come back when the table is ready but she did not follow up. We waited past our reservation time and then went in to check. She said the table has been ready. Not sure what was going on but that was a bit disappointing. Overall the food was great and good value. I would still go back and be more pro active checking.“

“Wow! Food was amazing, service was outstanding! Marissa and David were exceptional as were the other staff. A delightful surprise given how service can be a real problem these days. Every bit of our meal was delicious. A real gem of a spot.“

“What a great place, our bartender Kelly was fantastic. Very attentive, always had my drink full and had great recommendations for the menu. Very enjoyable to talk to. Had a really great time. plan on coming here again. A great menu, you can get a burger and a shake, or a pizza, tacos, sandwiches. Very full menu with all a good variety. one of my new favorite places to go!!!!!! Fun Time!!! Thanks Kelly!!!“

“A small little viby bistro on Main Street in St Helena is worth a stop. The restaurant is clean and tidy with chill decor. Tables with tablecloth and proper napkins gives this restaurant an upscale feel. The service is quick and friendly. The menu is a nice size and the wine list is as well. The menu confused me a bit with the choices of ravioli, fish and chips, a burger and tacos in the same menu but it kinda worked. The food came out quiclkly and hot. The burger was noshed down quickly as was the fish and chips. The artichoke was a bit wet even though it was grilled. The pumpkin ravioli was tasty but a bit too sweet. The wines we chose were good quality and went well with the food. All in all a good experience. Caution: parking is not that easy to find and you may have to walk a bit.“

“For intimate private events in Napa Valley, The Saint in St. Helena is a true standout. This charming chic restaurant provides a warm, inviting ambiance and outstanding service from owner Heidi and her exceptional staff.We've hosted multiple client events here over the years, and each time has been flawless. The beautifully appointed restaurant and wine lounge set the perfect backdrop, while the delectable cuisine and impressive wine selection delight guests.What really elevates The Saint is the incredible attention to detail and personalized care Heidi's team provides. They work closely to understand your vision and craft a tailored experience that exceeds expectations.The combination of ambiance, food, wine, and service make The Saint an ideal venue for any special occasion in Napa. Heidi ensures your event is truly memorable, leaving you eager to return. For a flawless private dining experience, look no further than this St. Helena gem. I also highly recommend popping in even if you don't have an event! It's the perfect spot for walk-in wine tastings!“

“Such a cool, moody Saloon, we arrived early evening, it was dark in the beautiful hamlet of Glen Ellen. We managed to grab the front window table with a couple of leather club chairs, a great place to get a view of the bar and it patrons. And we arrived just in time because the crowds were just forming. We ponied up to the bar got our drinks then decided to have some good pub grub. So we got back in line at the bar and ordered a cheese burger and some other sandwich my friend ordered, it's in the photo. They also have daily specials and that night was a prime rib offering. A little too much meat for me and if I recall it had a $40 price tag. Within a few minutes a server came out set up our small table and dropped off our grub. I was pretty hungry by that time, the burger was great and the fries too. The prices are fair and the portions are generous. Since we were in the main part of the bar it was getting really loud, but it's kinda expected in that atmosphere. They do have a quieter area just through the open doorway. They also have a big outdoor patio but it was too cold to sit out there that evening. They may have heat lamps but I didn't pay attention. I've been to Glen Ellen so many times and there is always new restaurants, and shops opening and closing there, but this place has been a staple in the small town of Glen Ellen for ages and I'm embarrassed to say it's the first time I've set foot inside. But I'd do it again. It has a great authentic vibe.“

“A must when you are in Yountville!!! You can't go wrong here with the food or just grabbing a drink and sitting in their beautiful courtyard area. My drink was so delicious I got the bebop and id you like sweet but refreshing drinks this one is for you! For dinner we all had the halbit and wow that sauce is so delicious but ao unique!! You can tell the ingredients are so fresh and seasonal here. I highly recommend coming here for dinner if you can as the service is also phenomenal!!!“

“We had a fabulous experience at Bottega! The somm was delightful and led us to a beautiful wine. The brussel sprout salad is a must do. They had an antipasti item that was basically a donut with prosciutto and seasoned mascarpone that I would eat every day if I could! I ordered Spaghetti Alla Sophia Loren for my entree and wow! For what sounds like a very simple dish, it could not have been more flavorful and delicious! Bottega is officially my favorite restaurant in Napa valley.“

“Great spot , think more for lunch. Guacamole and jalapeño queso was good served with freshly made tortilla chips. Crispy salmon salad was excellent, salmon cooked perfect. Hamachi salad was pretty good , needed more acid , salad and dressing was on point . Very good service .“

“On a recent trip to St. Helena we stayed at the Harvest Inn. The Harvest Table was located on the premises and within walking distance from our room. We had dinner here the first night and breakfast the next two mornings. All meals were very tasty and consisted of locally sourced items. The staff were attentive, friendly and made us feel at home. We loved eating our meals fireside which gave it a cozy vibe. We had a wonderful experience and would definitely come here again.“

“We arrived around 5pm after touring the Castello de Amorosa. To start we had the Shrimp and Pork Potstickers as well as the house smoked bone marrow. The potstickers were delicious. I'd definitely get those again. This was my first time having bone marrow so I didn't know what to expect but it was pretty good. For my entree I had the short smoked salmon. I've never had chard so well cooked. It was absolutely delicious alongside the salmon and potato purée. Our waiter was so personable and attentive. He even listened when we talked about my birthday a few days before and had ice cream brought to the table for dessert. This restaurant is definitely on my list for when I return to Napa.“