Diners' Choice: Best Ambience restaurants in Wine Country

OpenTable

Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best ambience 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 favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

RH Yountville Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (4978)

$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

Toby

Dined 2 days ago

Stunning venue. Will always remember our experience which was 5 star!! Loved it!!

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The Bar at Auberge du Soleil

4.7

4.7 (745)

$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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Tara

Dined 4 days ago

Auberge did not disappoint! Phenomenal service, food and views! Clearly a well-managed facility. We were greeted with warmth and courtesy from beginning to end. Definitely a favorite spot for the family. Thank you for making our holiday special.

The Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil

4.8

4.8 (4816)

$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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Philip

Dined 6 days ago

A delightful view with delicious food. Truly whoever set up that site really knew what they were doing.

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4.9

4.9 (201)

$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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RachelVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Above and beyond ! I had an exceptional dining experience compared to others which are Michelin’s starred. Strongly recommend this place. Nice staffs were impressive as well.

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Experience

Michelin-Star New Year’s Eve Dinner at Auro

The Mill at Glen Ellen

4.8

4.8 (410)

$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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MiriamVIP

Dined on Dec 22, 2024

On a rainy night, we enjoyed warm, comfortable seating in the bar area. Other than some repetitive Christmas music (10 songs in a loop....) the atmosphere was perfect for a dinner with our son and grand daughter back on winter break from school in Ireland. We ordered the appetizer della Fattoria bread, the brussel sprouts, a house salad, a Caesar salad, a house vegetarian pizza and a margherita by request, as well as two hamburgers.) All of the food was carefully presented with special attention to our customizations. As you might have guessed, we took a lot of food home! All of the food was prepared and plated beautifully. The service was very attentive; the servers were knowledgeable and prompt. We were able to have great conversation without raising our voices or straining to be heard - a real plus. Thank you for a lovely evening!

Wilfred's Lounge

4.7

4.7 (423)

$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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Erin

Dined 3 days ago

Service was great! Really good food and drinks in a fun atmosphere!

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Hazel Hill at Montage Healdsburg

4.5

4.5 (1015)

$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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Jed

Dined 5 days ago

Outstanding food and service in relaxed , classy setting. Expensive but worth it

The Madrona

4.6

4.6 (196)

$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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OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

We had High Tea and it was amazing! Great tea selection and the food was great. We will definitely be coming back soon!

Mayo Reserve Room - Mayo Family Winery

5.0

5 (926)

$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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DonnaVIP

Dined on Dec 20, 2024

Lovely time … food delicious and perfectly paired, staff friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend whether you are a novice or a wine connoisseur!!

Cafe La Haye

4.9

4.9 (3060)

$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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GeorgeVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We had a lovely dinner. The food was delicious. The service was attentive but overly so. The ambiance was warm and not too noisy. All in all a really nice evening.

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