50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Rutherford

“It was raining when we visited so they set us up on the porch of the main building, which I LOVED. They had the heaters going and offered a cozy blanket. We were allowed to walk literally anywhere we wanted which was such a cool experience to see the bottling process and the cellar. All wines were delish and the staff was so friendly and attentive, especially Angela and Jeff(?). Would recommend!“

“I had the most delightful experience at **Honig Vineyard & Winery**! 🍇✨ From the breathtaking views of the vineyard 🍃🌞 to the impeccable service, this place truly stands out. The wine tasting was an absolute joy 🍷—each sip was a harmonious blend of rich flavors and craftsmanship. The staff were incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, making the visit both educational and fun. 😊📚 Their passion for sustainability 🌍 and producing top-quality wines is truly inspiring. If you're a wine lover 🍷❤️ or just looking for a serene escape, Honig Vineyard & Winery is a must-visit! 🍇🌟“

“We thoroughly enjoyed our retrospective decade tasting with Ryan G. He shared his in-depth knowledge of the history of the winery and the wine, and their legacy. He made us feel welcomed and comfortable. Flowers were still blooming in the garden area, too, even though we visited in late October. This tasting was the highlight of our trip to the region (except the balloon ride was awesome, too!). We were happy to order selections we tasted and a few more. Thank you, Ryan!“

“During our visit, we had the pleasure of experiencing the beautiful surroundings of this Napa Valley winery. The outdoor area resembled a peaceful garden, featuring charming sculptures and a stylish building with an old charm. The entrance, adorned with a unique arch, led us to a souvenir shop offering a variety of items, including wines and scented candles, from which we purchased some delightful gifts.
We look forward to returning for a wine-tasting experience during our next visit.“

“Our first stop during our trip to Napa and we were starstruck!! The building and grounds are absolutely gorgeous. Two people who work there took time to stop and chat with us and tell us about the history of Inglenook and their wine options. We made a bistro reservation and had fun walking around the 2nd floor museum with a glass of wine in hand. Highly recommend working in a stop at Inglenook!“

“Delightful staff. Delish food. Impeccable service!“

“A truly memorable experience at Rutherford Hill Winery!
We were hosted by Ryan, who did a fantastic job accommodating our family’s diverse wine preferences. I’m a red wine enthusiast (who will happily enjoy a white), my wife prefers white and just lightly sips reds, and our daughter leans toward white but loves experimenting with new reds. Ryan navigated all of that with ease and curated a tasting that delighted each of us.

The setting was just as spectacular as the wine—perched high on the hill with sweeping views of the valley below. We stayed cool under a canopy of umbrellas while sipping through a generous and varied lineup of wines. Everything we tasted was so good that we ended up joining the wine club on the spot!

The team was so efficient with our order that the shipment nearly beat us home! A huge thanks to Ryan and everyone at Rutherford Hill for an unforgettable afternoon in wine country. We’ll definitely be back!“

“The food was absolutely amazing. Service was great too“

“Friendly service and food was amazing.“

“Excellent resturant would recommend highly and will be back again.“

“Excellent food, atmosphere and great place to eat before wine tasting! ❤️“

“Terrific experience. Great host, great wine, great food, very informative. The only thing that stood out was we were reprimanded for taking photos with a state of the art camera that flys and they thought it was a drone and were spying. Kinda an awkward moment but then that, we would definitely go back but just take our Polaroid instead! 😆“

“The yurt experience is really special“

“Portions are just right. Great staff.“

“The 2023 Napa Valley Merlot and 2022 Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir were fantastic, and most surprisingly, the 2024 Sauvignon Blanc and the 2023 Carneros Chardonnay were delightful. I have never truly liked a white wine until I had those two.“

“Our best visit during our trip to Napa! We visited Domaine Carneros, B.Cellars, Davis Estates, Grgich, and Prager Port. We had a nice visit at all of those vineyards, but none of them came close to the hospitality, friendliness and generosity that Ryan Morales showed us during our tasting at Maxville. The wines were fantastic, as was meeting Cullen...a member of the wine making team. The entire visit was spot on from the minute we arrived, to the tour of the grounds, to the tasting. Exceptional, proud to be a club member at Maxville...can't wait until our next visit.“

“We loved our visit to Cornerstone Cellars. We vacationed in Napa Valley and this was the first tasting on our itinerary - it turned out to be one of the best! We left with a bottle of the Fiddlestix pinot but all their wines were fantastic and our host Lisa was phenomenal. We had our Frenchie with us and even he was attended to with water and treats!

Thanks Lisa for taking care of us. Wish we could have made it back this trip but will definitely be back the next.“

“I’m a serious foodie, so I don’t hand out praise lightly—but Erika absolutely deserves it. My fiancé and I were celebrating our anniversary and stopped, only to find it had already closed for the day. Just as we were about to walk away, Erika noticed us and went out of her way to make the moment special.

She didn’t have to do anything, but her kindness, warmth, and thoughtfulness turned a small letdown into a truly memorable moment—let’s just say it involved something sweet, colorful, and completely unexpected.

We will absolutely be coming back—not just for the incredible food, but for Erika. She’s the kind of person who reminds you what genuine hospitality feels like. Thank you so much Erika“

“Moim zdaniem najlepsze wina w Napa. Bardzo miła i pomocna obsługa, która z uwaga wsłuchuje się w oczekiwania gości!“

“We ordered a quick bite for lunch before heading back home after our stay in the area. We ordered two salads for the adults and the burger for our kid. All were delicious, super flavorful. The burger was a highlight, I would order it for myself 🙂“

“Wonderful tasting experience from top to bottom. Delicious wines and incredibly knowledgeable wine educator serving us delicious pours and a breadth of knowledge about wine, winemaking and the Napa region and its history. Will definitely be back.“

“Great food! We would love to have your food catered at one of our events in the future!“

“Hall Wines was an experience beyond anything that I could have imagined. When we came to wine taste at Hall, our expectations were not set. I've been too many wineries in St Helena, but I've never been to Hall. The grounds were absolutely immaculate. The winery was stunningly, beautiful. Our server Alfredo Hernandez was knowledgeable, warm, friendly, inviting, and a superb host. I love talking about wanting and asking questions as I taste and both Alfredo and Tom were both a pleasure to engage with. We enjoyed absolutely everything in our experience. We enjoyed everything so much that I decided that after July of this year, I would like to switch my wine club over to Hall from another wine club that I have in Napa. Very much looking forward to our next visit!“

“The service was great — we were early on a hot, hot day. James welcomed us right in and set us up with water and a glass of wine to cool us down. Even though we were more than an hour early, the kitchen prepared our bacon and the wine tasting was set up. AND IT WAS DELICIOUS! The bacon slices were over a quarter inch thick and topped with amazing sauces. Each slice paired perfectly with Napa wines produced at the Priest Ranch vineyard. If you’re a fan of bacon (and who isn’t), this pairing cannot be missed. We will recommend this tasting to all friends who find themselves in the Napa/Yountsville area!“

“Chris is such a character in the best meaning possible for the phrase. His candidness is refreshing and his humor is delightful. The wines are absolutely wonderful and his patience to answer questions and share his love of his craft is icing on the cake.“

“Let me tell you, this winery will transport you to a completely different place if you’re looking for quite the experience. I was celebrating my recent engagement with my fiancée in the Red Room with Maha:Maja (sp?). In any case, her energy, vibrance, and attention to care are unmatched and my party had a wonderful time. Thank you for everything!“

“Really enjoy our experience today. Dana was absolutely lovely 😊“

“Wine was absolutely good rich on flavor.everyone was very nice and I love their patio“

“So great!!! The best EVERYTHING you’ve ever tried.“

“Friendly service and food was amazing.“

“During our recent trip to Napa Valley, we had the pleasure of visiting Hagafen Winery, and it was an experience to remember. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality and a serene atmosphere that perfectly encapsulates the charm of wine country.

Hagafen Winery boasts a beautiful and inviting setting. The vineyards stretch out in picturesque rows, creating a stunning backdrop that is both relaxing and inspiring. The tasting was in the garden, which was elegant yet cozy, with friendly staff who are knowledgeable and passionate about their wines.“

“A very personalized experience.“

“Had our first visit to this beautiful winery on Thursday. This was our 4th visit to Napa Valley and this is definitely a top 5. Feels like you're visiting a friend in the countryside. They have beautiful gardens filled with flowers and fruit. If you love dogs this is the place for you. We met the 11 year old golden and heard there are more puppies there too. The people are so friendly and knowledgeable and the wines are so delicious and different than the other wineries. The artwork a the bottles makes it even more special.Thinking Cap white is a blend of grapes we have never heard of and was super delicious. The Pro Que No is a fantastic easy to drink Red blend. We left with 2 bottles of that one. Every wine we tasted was a winner. Met Julia (the winemaker) and her wonderful husband (the farmer). Two really down to earth people who seem to love what they do. Go visit. You will not be disappointed!!“

“Amazing atmosphere and vibe! Food was delicious! Price was to be expected for the area but definitely worth it 🫶🏻🪷“

“We flew all the way from Kauai to Calistoga to do some wine tasting at the historical Chateau Montelena and a great dinner to celebrate my birthday at St. Helena's Goose & Gander. Service, ambiance, food, cocktails, desserts...all five stars“

“Fantastic wine experience! Our host Tony was knowledgeable and did a great job providing us with background and walking us through each varietal. The number of varietals available for tasting made this experience a great value and the quality of each wine were phenomenal! Our favorites included the Zinfandel, Cabernet Franc, and several of the Cabernet Sauvignon. We enjoyed sitting in the shade on the deck overlooking the winery. It couldn't have been a better experience. Thank you again to Tony and the entire crew at Venge for such a wonderful experience!“

“Food is so good. Family friendly“

“This place is Top Tier Wine, the Best Wine Tasting Experience in Yountville but plan months ahead, because it’s so good that it gets booked well in advance“

“Our group enjoyed the biodynamic tractor ride. Darryl was our driver/ host and he was so knowledgeable, he made it very entertaining. We throughly enjoyed every wine in the tasting. Out of our trip including 6 wineries we all picked Benziger the best for presentation, experience, and tasting. We will definitely be back!“

“We were very impressed by the wines, the service and wealth of knowledge Nick and Nicole shared. Although we are in many wine clubs we joined them because the wines are very good and additional benefits. The outdoors area is huge with great seating options and you can bring in your own picnic, which we did.

Highly recommend this place.“

“Classic yet elegant! Top drawer wines and experiences! We attended a Cellar 47 tasting! Steve is a very well educated and personable tour guide! In addition to a large selection of high quality wines. The cave tunnels were fun and our taste for cheese etc was hidden away in a private luxury area! We also learned a lot! We become members because there are great benefits to being a member!“

“Laurel Glen is a must stop in Sonoma! Wines are outstanding without the extreme price tag, Nick and others in the tasting room are very knowledgeable and accommodating, and they have an extensive selection of library wines that many other wineries do not offer!“

“The crepes were absolutely perfect! coffee was good too. We picked the best breakfast place and will definitely be back soon. Try it, you won't be disappointed“

“I could rave on and on about our experience at Napa Cellars! Darlene was outstanding, and the wines were even better. The entire tasting was so relaxing and never felt rushed. This was definitely our favorite tasting during our visit to Napa Valley!“

“Wine Snob is a true gem in Glen Ellen, CA. We toured many fine vineyards during our trip to Sonoma and this was our last stop. The owner was there to personally delight us with his expertise and passion for wine. Well done Wine Snob. This is a must taste stop!“

“I had a really good experience at Clos Du Val! The wines were really good, I personally recommend the Cabernet Franc and the service was impeccable. In fact our host Sarah was very knowledgeable and friendly and told us many stories about the wines and the winery with enthusiasm! I really recommend Clos du Val to anyone who loves great wine and hospitality!“

“Amazingly good bruschettas. The bread itself was really good and the combinations of toppings are not expected but really full of flavor. Would definitively come back. The voigner wine was awesome too. We ate 3 bruschettas, 4 glasses of wine and one polenta tots 130usd. 3 people

Kid-friendliness: 3 year old welcome“

“Delicious and always consistent food!“

“Such an amazing place! Beer, wine AND ice cream! Perfection!“

“We have been members of Trefethen Winery for many years and they never disappoint us“