The Hero Ranch Kitchen

4.8

2741 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Mar 19, 2025

10:00 p.m.

Booked 40 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining

Hero Ranch Kitchen was created by two friends that had a very simple idea. “Lets create a space and a place that we would want to go to.” “Lets serve our favorite dishes…whether it's the finest Wagyu steaks, or a 1lb burger…lets create a menu that we can all enjoy. Let's use the best ingredients and sell the best wines in the industry at prices that are always fair and approachable.” Let's build our restaurants in a neighborhood community where we can all enjoy each other’s company. HRK is a reflection of our life's greatest hits!” We hope you will enjoy.

Dining areas

Additional information

Location
14583 Big Basin Way Ste 1A, Saratoga, CA 95070
Phone number
(669) 267-3183
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Greek, Asian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jose Mendoza

Popular dishes

Buttermilk Fried Chicken & CornbreadUS$24.00
candied bacon | poblano cornbread | fresno honey butter | truffa aioli
Crab CakesUS$24.00
wild dungeness crab | remoulade | green cabbage slaw with sesame oil | chipotle aioli
Hamachi CarpaccioUS$24.00
ginger | avocado | fresno jalapeno chili | ponzu vinaigrette | truffle oil | crispy green onion
Mexican Shaved CornUS$12.00
cilantro aioli | cotija | jalapeno peppers | sour cream | radish | tajín | lime
Stuffed MushroomsUS$16.00
sausage | cream cheese | garlic | green and white onion | parmesan
Crispy Sushi BitesUS$24.00
spicy tuna + avocado | hamachi + ginger & white truffle oil | salmon + sweet soy caviar
Thai Taco TrioUS$24.00
shrimp | tuna | beef | thai peanut sauce | fried onion strings | napa cabbage | sweet peppers | mango slaw
Bacon Wrapped PrawnsUS$26.00
smoked apple wooed bacon | herb dressing | crispy onion strings | lemon
Tempura Green Beans US$18.00
poblano pepper aioli
Australian Grass-Fed Lamb ChopsUS$28.00
lemon herb dressing | tzatziki | cucumber | feta | tomato | relish
Buttermilk Fried Chicken SlidersUS$24.00
brioche bun | lettuce | tomato | dill pickle | fried onion strings | horseradish aioli
Grilled OctopusUS$24.00
lemon herb dressing | mixed greens | feta
Ahi TowerUS$24.00
avocado | ponzu | chili paste | onion and garlic | watermelon radish | wonton chips
Truffle FriesUS$10.00
kennebec potatoes | white truffle oil | parmesan
Prosciutto Burrata Crostini US$18.00
basil oil | arugula | balsamic glaze | arugula walnut pesto

Salads

salads can be made without dairy and/or meat

Beet SaladUS$16.00
red & golden beets | candied pecans | goat cheese | dill | champagne vinaigrette
Brussels Sprouts SaladUS$16.00
candied bacon & pecan | blue cheese crumble | apple | yellow raisins | lemon & pecan vinaigrette
Hero WedgeUS$16.00
baby iceberg | blue cheese crumble | avocado | candied bacon | cherry tomatoes | corn | sweet peppers | avocado blue cheese dressing
Fork & Knife CaesarUS$16.00
romaine hearts | parmesan crisp and crostini | sun-dried tomatoes | fried capers | garlic roasted anchovies
Roasted Pumpkin & Kale Salad US$18.00
roasted butternut squash | feta | toasted walnuts and pumpkin seeds | roasted garlic balsamic vinaigrette

Entrees

7oz Black Angus Braveheart FiletUS$44.00
truffle butter | urbani black truffle | irish cheddar scalloped potatoes
7oz Mishima Reserve Wagyu FiletUS$64.00
truffle butter | urbani black truffle | irish cheddar scalloped potatoes
16oz Bone In RibeyeUS$65.00
truffle butter | balsamic glaze | irish cheddar scalloped potatoes | grilled asparagus
Pan Seared HalibutUS$38.00
potato mash | sautéed spinach | poached egg | black caviar | lemon beurre blanc
Sweet N' Sticky Country Baby Back RibsUS$34.00
house-made HRK chipotle BBQ sauce | onion rings | green cabbage slaw with sesame oil
Mary's Organic Rosemary Chicken US$28.00
chicken breast | mixed basmati rice | broccolini | lemon rosemary butter
Cramy Vegetable Risotto US$28.00
white onion | mix bell pepper | mushrooms | artichoke | sun dried tomato | parmesan
1/2 Lb Hero Ranch 100% Black Angus BurgerUS$22.00
ettuce | tomato | onion | bacon | cheddar | mayo brioche bun | kennebec potato chips
Pan Seared SalmonUS$36.00
celery root purée | grilled eggplant | cherry tomato | almond crusted goat cheese | lemon beurre blanc
14oz Bone-In Apricot Glazed Pork ChopUS$38.00
potato mash | bacon-infused brussels sprouts | sweet potato chips
Pan Seared ScallopsUS$38.00
celery root purée | cherry tomatoes | candied bacon | champagne vinaigrette

The Ranch Platter

The Ranch PlatterUS$275.00
38 oz Tomahawk | 4 Australian Lamb Chops | 2 4oz Lobster tails, Truffle Fries | Grilled Asparagus | Onion Rings

On the Sweet Side

$16

The Best Butter Cake
mascarpone whipped cream | raspberry gel | creme anglaise | fresh strawberry
Caramel Popcorn Sundae
vanilla ice cream | whipped cream | chocolate sauce | caramel sauce
Flourless Chocolate Cake
gluten free flour | guittard chocolate | vanilla ice cream
Ultimate Bread Pudding
orange curacao infused brioche | callebaut chocolate chips | vanilla ice cream | caramel
Berry Cobbler
gram cracker & almond crumble | vanilla ice cream | mascarpone whipped cream

After Dinner Drinks

Hero Ranch Espresso MartiniUS$16.00
titos | mr. black | illy espresso | trader vic's white chocolate liqueur
CoffeeUS$5.00
CappuccinoUS$5.00
LatteUS$5.00
Espresso
- SingleUS$4.00
- DoubleUS$6.00
Hot TeaUS$4.00
N/V Taylor Fladgate 10 Year Tawny PortUS$12.00
N/V Taylor Fladgate 20 Year Tawny PortUS$16.00
2012 Dolce Late HarvestUS$14.00

Cocktails

Spiced HarmonyUS$20.00
macallan harmony vibrant oak | st. elizabeth all spice dram | spiced apple puree | lemon | egg white | bitters
Preacher Punch
Don Fulano blanco tequila | guava puree | aperol | lime juice
Bloomade
ketel one botanicals | jasmine green tea | lillet blanc | peach & orange blossom | soda
La Madera Rosa
nosotros anejo tequila | nosotros mezcal | hibiscos | lemon
Riddle Me This
no. 3 gin | lychee liqueur | st. germaine | hibiscus | lemon | simple
Hero Old Fashioned
buffalo trace bourbon | cocoa nib & coffee | simple | angostura bitters
Mind Games US$16.00
titos vodka | pamplemousse liquer | grapefruit juice | grapefruit soda | lemon | grenadine

Premium

The Executive
remy martin 1738 | amaro montenegro | peach liqueur | bitters | lemon
Barrelled Aged Negroni
botanist gin | carpano antica | campari | barrel aged 3 months

Mocktails

Easy Breezy
pineapple juice | lemon juice | simple | ginger beer
Razelberry Spritz
razpberry puree | lime juice | orgeat | soda

Wine

Sparkling

N/V | LVE | CAUS$30.00
BOTTLE
N/V | Sterling Brut | Napa US$30.00
Bottle
N/V | Veuve Cliquot | FranceUS$70.00
Bottle
N/V | Dom Perignon | FranceUS$220.00
Bottle

Chardonnay

2021 Rombauer | Napa ValleyUS$50.00
Bottle
2021 Flowers | Sonoma CoastUS$50.00
Bottle
2022 Far Niente | Napa Valley US$60.00

Rosé

2022 Belle GlosUS$30.00
Bottle

Sauvignon Blanc

2021 Brassfield | High Valley US$35.00
Bottle
2021 Rombauer | Napa ValleyUS$35.00
Bottle

Merlot

2020 Duckhorn | Napa ValleyUS$60.00

Pinot Noir

2021 Belle Glos | "Los Alturas" | SLHUS$50.00
Bottle
2020 Goldeneye | Anderson ValleyUS$55.00
Bottle
2021 Flowers | Sonoma CoastUS$50.00
Bottle
2019 Emeritus | Russian River US$55.00
Bottle

Cabernet Sauvignon

2021 Austin Hope | Paso RoblesUS$60.00
Bottle
2019 Silver Oak | Alexander ValleyUS$115.00
Bottle
2021 Pine Ridge | Napa US$60.00
Bottle
2019 Jordan | Alexander Valley US$70.00
2020 Duckhorn | Napa ValleyUS$70.00
Bottle
2020 Nickel & Nickel "State Ranch" | Napa ValleyUS$125.00
Bottle

Red Blend

2019 The Prisoner | Napa ValleyUS$50.00
Bottle
2019 Justin "Isosceles" | Paso RoblesUS$70.00
Bottle

What 2,741 people are saying

The Hero Ranch Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Jose / Silicon Valley
Great for outdoor dining
San Jose / Silicon Valley
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Hero Ranch Kitchen boasts an "outstanding" dining experience with "exceptional" food and service. Celebrated for "great preparation" and "super friendly" staff, it's perfect for special occasions. Patrons rave about the "amazing" halibut and diverse menu offerings. Reservations are recommended, as it's a popular choice for its "incredible value" and vibrant atmosphere.

2,741 Reviews

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Samuel
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amanda was the best. We love her!
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Nicole
San Francisco5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Eric was our server and he was amazing. Food was outstanding, portions were the perfect size. Dessert was good. We sat inside and it was a little loud.
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Jill VIP
San Francisco41 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We ordered a variety of starters to share for the table as our meal. Delicious and fun dinner, capped off by the yummy butter cake!
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Scott VIP
San Francisco20 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We sat outside and split a ribeye and had a brussels sprout salad and finished with butter cake all of which were excellent.
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Anne VIP
San Francisco53 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing dinner at Hero Ranch on Saturday! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The real standouts of the night were the incredible staff—Manny, Allan, General Manager and our server Jasmine went above and beyond to make our experience special. Their attentiveness, friendliness, and professionalism truly set the tone for a great evening. And the food? Absolutely fantastic! Every dish was flavorful, beautifully presented, and cooked to perfection. You can tell they put a lot of care into their menu and ingredients. We look forward to our next visit to Hero Ranch!
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Sanjay
San Francisco7 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We had a fantastic experience at Hero Ranch Kitchen in Saratoga. The menu offered plenty of choices, and everything we tried was fresh and flavorful. Prices felt reasonable for the area, and the lively atmosphere made for a fun evening for us—just note it might not be the best spot for someone looking for an intimate setting. The cocktails were solid, though not quite outstanding, and while the service wasn’t overly attentive, it was certainly efficient. All in all, a great place for a fun night out with friends for good food and drinks.
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Sabrina
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything is amazing here, service is helpful and patient. You can order anything on the menu with confidence that it will be perfectly cooked and seasoned.
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Tami VIP
San Francisco9 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding experience. The food was great! Had the short ribs. Best I ever had. I love that they price their wines very reasonably so you can enjoy a great bottle of wine without paying a fortune. Our waitress, Kaitlyn was so great too. She made it a really excellent dining experience. Hats off to chef and staff!
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andrew
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Honestly, this place is a gem in sleepy downtown Saratoga. The food is fresh, farm to table, the ambiance is warm yet artsy and fun, the staff goes above and beyond to make sure you feel like you are the stars of the evening. The menu is incredible. The food is delicious and savory. It's a special place to go with friends or family to celebrate or just to be somewhere elevated where you can check your baggage at the curb, and decompress over a beautiful experience at Hero.
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Jeff
San Francisco4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been to HRK at least 3 times now and absolutely love it. The food is always excellent and the service top notch. We also really love that there is no corkage, so we can bring our own wine and spend more money on the food. :)
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FAQs

The Hero Ranch Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (669) 267-3183.

The Hero Ranch Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 2741 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 19, 2025

10:00 p.m.

Booked 40 times today

14583 Big Basin Way Ste 1A, Saratoga, CA 95070

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(669) 267-3183
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Greek, Asian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jose Mendoza

The Hero Ranch Kitchen

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Pan Seared Halibut

Beet Salad

Brussels Sprouts Salad

Starters

Buttermilk Fried Chicken & CornbreadUS$24.00

Crab CakesUS$24.00

Hamachi CarpaccioUS$24.00

Mexican Shaved CornUS$12.00

Stuffed MushroomsUS$16.00

Crispy Sushi BitesUS$24.00

Thai Taco TrioUS$24.00

Bacon Wrapped PrawnsUS$26.00

Tempura Green Beans US$18.00

Australian Grass-Fed Lamb ChopsUS$28.00

Buttermilk Fried Chicken SlidersUS$24.00

Grilled OctopusUS$24.00

Ahi TowerUS$24.00

Truffle FriesUS$10.00

Prosciutto Burrata Crostini US$18.00

Salads

Beet SaladUS$16.00

Brussels Sprouts SaladUS$16.00

Hero WedgeUS$16.00

Fork & Knife CaesarUS$16.00

Roasted Pumpkin & Kale Salad US$18.00

Entrees

7oz Black Angus Braveheart FiletUS$44.00

7oz Mishima Reserve Wagyu FiletUS$64.00

16oz Bone In RibeyeUS$65.00

Pan Seared HalibutUS$38.00

Sweet N' Sticky Country Baby Back RibsUS$34.00

Mary's Organic Rosemary Chicken US$28.00

Cramy Vegetable Risotto US$28.00

1/2 Lb Hero Ranch 100% Black Angus BurgerUS$22.00

Pan Seared SalmonUS$36.00

14oz Bone-In Apricot Glazed Pork ChopUS$38.00

Pan Seared ScallopsUS$38.00

The Ranch Platter

The Ranch PlatterUS$275.00

On the Sweet Side

The Best Butter Cake

Caramel Popcorn Sundae

Flourless Chocolate Cake

Ultimate Bread Pudding

Berry Cobbler

After Dinner Drinks

Hero Ranch Espresso MartiniUS$16.00

CoffeeUS$5.00

CappuccinoUS$5.00

LatteUS$5.00

Espresso

Hot TeaUS$4.00

N/V Taylor Fladgate 10 Year Tawny PortUS$12.00

N/V Taylor Fladgate 20 Year Tawny PortUS$16.00

2012 Dolce Late HarvestUS$14.00

Cocktails

Spiced HarmonyUS$20.00

Preacher Punch

Bloomade

La Madera Rosa

Riddle Me This

Hero Old Fashioned

Mind Games US$16.00

Premium

The Executive

Barrelled Aged Negroni

Mocktails

Easy Breezy

Razelberry Spritz

Wine

Sparkling

N/V | LVE | CAUS$30.00

N/V | Sterling Brut | Napa US$30.00

N/V | Veuve Cliquot | FranceUS$70.00

N/V | Dom Perignon | FranceUS$220.00