BackDoor Bistro and Wine Bar

4.7

153 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for brunch
Charming
Good for groups

BackDoor Bistro and Wine Bar focuses on sustainable, ethically sourced cuisine. Local farms produce as much as possible of the produce and ingredients for BackDoor Bistro. Its menu changes seasonally for varied options that change with the seasons and the bounty of surrounding farms. This restaurant also offers local beer, wine and artisanal cocktails for delightful pairings.

Guests can start their meals with bites and appetizers like the Polenta Fries with Cilantro Lime Crema, the Crispy Thai Brussels Sprouts. or the Seasonal Seared Spanish Octopus. They can then move onto the crowd-pleasing Stempler Creek Beef Burger, the Coconut Lime Bouillabaisse, or the hearty Southern Style Fried Chicken which is served Tuesday-Thursday nights.

The gorgeous patio is surrounded by plant life and set aside a bustling courtyard. The dining room is charming yet elegant. BackDoor Bistro has been voted best spot for a date night for many years for a reason!

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Farm-to-table, Contemporary French / American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
(707) 685-9222
Website
http://www.backdoorbistro.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
11 Town Square Place Suite B, Vacaville, CA 95688
Neighborhood
Vacaville
Parking details
None

Experiences

New Years Eve Tasting Menu
$85.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Come join us for an all out New Years Eve 5 course meal with optional wine pairings. Wild Mushroom Soup with Crispy Beech Mushroom and Chive Duck Carnitas Salad, Frisee, Pomegranate, Persimmon, Watermelon Radish and Lemon Vinaigrette, Pom Shrub Reduction Pan Seared Scallop, Pear Shallot Puree, Blood Orange Beurre Blanc, Mache Filet Medallion, Mushroom Bordelaise, Truffle Potato Puree, Duck Fat Brussel Sprouts Tcho Chocolate Mousse, Cranberry Compote, Hazelnut Coffee Toffee Crumble, Cocoa Olive Oil Cake $85/person $35 Wine Pairing $55 Premium Wine Pairing
Valentines Day Pre-fix Menu
$100.00 per person
Feb 14, 2025 only
Come join us at Backdoor Bistro for a special event with a 5 course pre-fixed menu and wine pairing options! The Menu will be announced soon.

What 153 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

East Bay
Great for brunch
East Bay
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

BackDoor Bistro and Wine Bar in downtown Vacaville offers a delightful dining experience with its fresh, in-house crafted dishes. Guests rave about the "excellent service," "fantastic food," and "creative dishes." The cozy atmosphere is perfect for brunch or special occasions. Despite some noise issues, it's a beloved local gem.

153 Reviews

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Sandra
Sacramento
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
This was our first time eating here. The food was some of the best I’ve ever had. It was really delicious. Husband had the duck and I had the burger and we both loved it. The restaurant is small which means tables are close together, but it wasn’t an issue for us considering the food made up for it.
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susan
VIP
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We go to Backdoor Bistro all the time and love this neighborhood gem. Both lunch and dinner are great, and it really feels like a night out.
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Carole
San Francisco
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The atmosphere was cozy and festive during my holiday lunch with dad. He and his wife ordered the portobello mushroom burgers and they were tough in the middle so that was a bit disappointing. My risotto with salmon was delicious but a little too heavy on the butter. The cranberry cheesecake was a sweet birthday treat, compliments of the staff. Would definitely come back and try other dishes.
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Suzanne
VIP
San Francisco
43 reviews
4.0
43 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The service was outstanding. Though the lunch menu was limited , the food was good. The location is a bit difficult to find, but it’s in a lovely section of the historic downtown and it’s a nice walk in the blocks around.
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Jason
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and great service
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susan
VIP
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love this neighborhood gem and come often. It feels like a night out, and the food and cocktails are great!
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Jessica
Sacramento
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We met friends from the bay area and had a great time! The food was delish and the service was attentive and excellent. Thanks so much!
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Reva
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Definitely coming back. Excellent food selection and a great place to meet friends
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Talena
VIP
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Finally a nice dining spot with quality food and great service in downtown Vacaville
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Doreen
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing - 10/10. We ordered the lamb sliders, duck carnitas tacos, and flank steak with mushroom risotto. The Brussel sprouts were the best I’ve ever had. Service was great! Overall one of the better meals I’ve had in awhile! Would go back again to try brunch.
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FAQs

BackDoor Bistro and Wine Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 153 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for BackDoor Bistro and Wine Bar

11 Town Square Place Suite B, Vacaville, CA 95688

Additional information

Neighborhood
Vacaville
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Farm-to-table, Contemporary French / American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
http://www.backdoorbistro.com/
Phone number
(707) 685-9222

BackDoor Bistro and Wine Bar

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

New Years Eve Tasting Menu

Valentines Day Pre-fix Menu

Menu

What 153 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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