Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Wine Country

OpenTable

Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best ambiance in Wine Country? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

RH Yountville

4.8

4.8 (4968)

$31 to $50

American

Yountville

About the restaurant

The RH Restaurant is part of the five-building RH Yountville compound located in the heart of Napa Valley. An integration of food, wine, art and design, the restaurant features an ingredient-driven menu that reflects the region’s relaxed refinement, accompanied by a curated selection of artisanal wines and craft beers. Guests dine in the indoor/outdoor space amidst trickling fountains, heritage olive trees and glimmering chandeliers.

For group dining inquiries, please email: yountvillehospitality@rh.com

Top review

Tricia

Dined 1 day ago

This is the most beautiful restaurant I’ve ever been in! It’s absolutely magical! The food was amazing. I had the shaved ribeye sandwich and it was outstanding. The staff is very friendly and helpful. But the ambiance… I didn’t want to leave!!!

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The Bar at Auberge du Soleil

4.8

4.8 (743)

$31 to $50

Bistro

Rutherford

About the restaurant

Join us at The Bar for a leisurely lunch, drinks and something to share, or an informal dinner at sunset. A favorite among visitors and locals alike, the venue offers an ideal mid-valley respite during a day of wine tasting, or a delicious meal on the terrace at day's end. Enjoy an integrated menu featuring both fine dining dishes and casual Bistro-inspired fare.

Advance reservations are encouraged.

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NadiaVIP

Dined on Dec 3, 2024

Super professional, friendly service, venue & amazing views!! Interesting menus to explore!! Well done. Will be back again.. thank you

The Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil

4.8

4.8 (4808)

$50 and over

French

Rutherford

About the restaurant

With 16 consecutive Michelin Star awards, The Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil provides a memorable feast for the eyes and the senses. Nestled within a sun-lit hillside overlooking lush vineyards and distant mountains, the spectacular vista views from the intimate dining room or the expansive outdoor terrace serve as an idyllic backdrop for one of wine country's most renown fine dining experiences. Showcasing fresh, seasonal ingredients, sourced from local purveyors, the Mediterranean-inspired menu is complemented by an extensive selection of international wines from the hotel’s award-winning 15,000 bottle cellar.

Enjoy a two- or three-course prix fixe lunch or your choice of a multi-course prix fixe or chef's tasting menu at dinner. Advance reservations required.

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Arturo

Dined 3 days ago

Every thing was great, Kat was our attendant and she was very helpful, we had a great 30th wedding anniversary !!! Thanks Arturo and Vilma Echanove

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5.0

5 (194)

$50 and over

American

Calistoga

About the restaurant

Join us in celebrating Calistoga’s only Michelin-rated fine dining destination, Auro. Our intimate dining space showcases a seasonally inspired, five-course tasting menu by acclaimed Chef Rogelio Garcia and his team. Set against the stunning backdrop of sprawling the Palisades Mountains, this is wine country dining at its finest.

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Bob

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Great dining experience overall. Several of the courses were outstanding, including the black cod with buttery flesh and perfectly crispy skin. Most dishes had an excellent balance of salt, acid and spice with the occasional misstep such as the item billed as porcini and truffles but was no more than a bean and corn mess. The gnocchi supplement with white truffle needed salt and should have been 4x larger for the price. Shockingly small. Indeed most portions were too small and while I fully understand the desire to make it a tasting experience and serve up lots and lots of tasty small portions, these portions bordered on the obscenely small. But everything was beautifully presented and the service was very good - though not excellent (for example, for these prices, when my glass of water or wine is empty, it’s reasonable to expect that someone will be on it, and here they were at best slow to react). Worth it to try once, but in no hurry to return as no course (other than maybe the black cod) was too memorable.

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The Mill at Glen Ellen

4.8

4.8 (406)

$31 to $50

American

Glen Ellen

About the restaurant

We opened our restaurant two years ago during pandemic on 8-25-2020!
We offer Traditional Californian, Healthy, and Modern Cuisine!
Our restaurant is situated in Jack London Village in Glen Ellen.
We make our own House Brewed Draft Beers!!!
We want you to feel like you are home away from home!
Best New Restaurant of 2021 in Sonoma!

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GaryVIP

Dined 3 days ago

A Perfect Lunch Spot in Glen Ellen My wife, Barbie, and I had a wonderful afternoon exploring Glen Ellen, and we decided to stop for lunch at The Mill after finding its stellar Yelp reviews. The Mill’s location is enchanting—nestled beside a fast-moving creek. Parking was convenient in a nearby lot near the bridge leading to a charming complex of restaurants and shops. Upon arrival, we were warmly greeted by the owner (Sanjeev), who escorted us to a cozy table for two right at the creek’s edge. The lunch menu was thoughtfully curated, offering a variety of dishes and beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. On the owner’s recommendation, we started with their special bread, a favorite among many Yelpers. It was fresh, perfectly seasoned with olive oil, garlic, and parsley—absolutely delicious! For our main courses, we had the clam chowder and the spicy chicken salad. Both dishes were flavorful, satisfying, and generously portioned. Whether you’re on a wine-tasting weekend or simply a local out for a scenic drive, we wholeheartedly recommend The Mill at Glen Ellen. It’s the kind of place that combines excellent food, picturesque views, and genuine hospitality to create a memorable dining experience.

Wilfred's Lounge

4.7

4.7 (421)

$31 to $50

Hawaiian

Napa

About the restaurant

With a shake and a sizzle, we’ve brought tiki to downtown Napa. We’re making waves on the Napa River as Napa Valley’s first & only tiki bar. Take in the views from our river-front upper deck as you enjoy a cocktail, meet your 'ohana at our intimate bar, or or enjoy full-service dining on our patio or in our dining room.

Wilfred’s Lounge serves up tradition with a twist on island-inspired cocktails and cuisine. Whether you’re looking for Napa's best Mai Tai, rum, or something in between, we have a full bar and kitchen to serve your every whim. Experience a little aloha and escape to our corner of the world.

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Michael

Dined on Nov 29, 2024

Wilfred’s has great drinks and amazingly good food, which is refreshing because usually with tiki bars it’s the food that is lacking. It is also a big plus with their great happy hour and cool purchasable mugs.

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Hazel Hill at Montage Healdsburg

4.4

4.4 (1008)

$50 and over

Californian

Healdsburg

About the restaurant

True to the region’s tradition of culinary excellence, Montage Healdsburg offers a variety of refined dining experiences that celebrate the bounty of the surrounding land.

Hazel Hill
Savor creative California cuisine with a touch of French je ne sais quois at Hazel Hill. Our signature restaurant highlights locally sourced ingredients and seasonal flavors in a warmly inviting setting, complete with an interactive expo kitchen, exhibit pantry, al fresco dining area and wine bar.

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Stephanie

Dined on Dec 10, 2024

Our meal here was wonderful- everything was delicious from drinks to appetizers, mains, and dessert. The fromage plate was a favorite of everyone at the table. Even better- the VIEWS- simply stunning!

The Madrona

4.7

4.7 (189)

$50 and over

Farm-to-table

Healdsburg

About the restaurant

Within the Mansion’s intimate parlors and expansive outdoor spaces, a variety of culinary experiences are available to delight guests every day; from leisurely lunches to decadent twilight dinners. Our unique perspective reflects the season and region, while drawing inspiration from global destinations to highlight the natural beauty of our ingredients. The beverage program showcases inventive cocktails, rare spirits, and an eclectic wine list that goes beyond Sonoma’s borders to embrace the work of winemakers around the world.

The estate offers a stylish and relaxed experience to be shared by all. As our guests play a role in the ambience, a smart casual appearance is appreciated.

Given the style of the property, the hotel and restaurant are generally not the best environment for young children.

The Madrona is honored to house a unique and dynamic art collection curated by Dolby Chadwick Gallery.

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SheilaVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Beautiful property, surrounded with nice and friendly staff. Dinner was delicious, very tasty.

Mayo Reserve Room - Mayo Family Winery

4.9

4.9 (924)

$50 and over

Winery

Kenwood

About the restaurant

Indulge in a Casual & Intimate Wine & Food Pairing Experience unlike any other in Wine Country! At the Mayo Family Winery Reserve Room, receive Personal Service and taste Exceptional Reserve Wines thoughtfully paired with 7 Seasonal Courses (each of about 3-4 bites each) that will challenge your expectations of what Wine Tasting should be...

Located in the heart of Kenwood in the beautiful Sonoma Valley, the Mayo Family Winery Reserve Room is situated in an unassuming building that overlooks Local Vineyards and Mountains. Relax and soak in the views while seated either Indoors or on our Front Lawn and taste through some of our Best Wines & Food Pairings, curated by Executive Chef John Locher and his team. We are personally committed to your Wine & Food Experience!

Book your reservation today at the Mayo Family Winery Reserve Room, or call 707-833-5504! Price is $80 per person for groups up to 6 guests, plus tax. 20% Auto Gratuity will be added to groups of 5 or more.

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jaylovenola

Dined on Dec 9, 2024

A most excellent wine and food pairing, well worth the visit - 5 star food, wine and hospitality.

Cafe La Haye

4.9

4.9 (3056)

$31 to $50

American

Sonoma

About the restaurant

Located just off Sonoma Plaza, Cafe La Haye offers an appealingly unfussy sophistication. The split-level dining room holds just a dozen or so tables, but its open kitchen, raftered ceiling and walls adorned with modern art create a vibrant energy that’s contagious.
Convivial owner Saul Gropman and chef Jeffrey Lloyd make a formidable team. Lloyd, former executive chef of restaurant Michael Mina, offers a seasonal menu that’s discreet in its complexity, featuring the sort of dishes that seem to get better with each bite.
Gropman’s wine list comprises a modest 100 bottles, but it’s a smart, well-focused selection -

Wine Spectator

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Jack

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent as usual. Great food. Top notch service. Great value pricing. Wonderful wine list. A must visit in Sonoma.

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