Rutherford Grill
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Citysearch User
on Citysearch Dec 06, 2008If you are looking for a reasonably affordable restaurant that still has that FLASHY feel, then look no further than to the Rutherford Grill... (more)
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on Citysearch Nov 30, 2008Don't plan on getting in right away if you didn't call ahead. Greate food and an awesome outdoor area. one of my favorite places to eat in t... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Oct 29, 2008This has to be my favorite restaurant. No matter how often I go there the chef always surprises with a new twist to a favorite dish. The o... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Oct 18, 2008We've always seen long lines here, so I gave it a shot. We sat outside on a beautiful day (heck, isn't it always beautiful there). The foo... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Mar 23, 2008Excellent excellent excellent food! We go there at least every time we visit Napa. The best baby back ribs, a very good prime rib dip sandwi... (more)
kellyduck
on Citysearch Jan 16, 2008Anyone living in the valley will agree that we are very spoiled as far as good places to eat. Rutherfotd Grill is no exception. The ribs......seriously........you can't get better ribs anywhere in the world!... (more)
iflymaui
on Citysearch Apr 01, 2007You'll find Rutherford Grill right in the very middle of Napa Valley. On Hwy 29, across the street from a small fire station in the ultra small area/town of Rutherford, CA (in Napa Valley). Its owned by the Houston's... (more)
Dilettante t.
on Judys Book Mar 01, 2007Cons: Waiting List because no reservations- better to get there early or before you are ready to eat your armProssssssssss: Relaxing and cozy ambience indoors, warm weather allows patio dining with a cozy... (more)
monicalang
on Citysearch Oct 03, 2006We had a fabulous time at Rutherford Hill. The tour of the caves was a highlight. Very informative. The tour guide was very knowledgable. Beautiful views from the winery. Sits up high on a hillside. Good wines too!... (more)
timozero2
on Citysearch Sep 30, 2006With so many great restaurants in Napa Valley, Rutherford Grill seems to get overlooked by many of the travel guides. Located right on 27 in Rutherford, my girlfriend and I liked this place so much that we ate here... (more)
elisabethmartin
on Citysearch Sep 30, 2006I often stop in for lunch with friends as I am in the area quite a lot and it seems that I order the same thing each time; the prime rib sandwich and the roasted artichoke. It is so perfect that it's hard to stray from... (more)
scttourguide
on Citysearch Aug 10, 2006Expect to wait for a table no matter what but it's worth it. Everything on the menu is great so here's what I recommend: For a party of two: Do yourselves a favor and order the Grilled Artichoke to share to start with. Then... (more)
Janet W.
on Judys Book Aug 22, 2005So one Sunday evening we called a local restaurant to check on dining. Was told it would be a 30-40 min. wait and no they don't take reservations, going somewhere else is what we should of done Got there signed in, large... (more)
jovifriend
on Citysearch Mar 06, 2005Terrific bar, good service, beautiful setting - and once wonderful food. But my last meal there could have been frozen and shipped in from an interstate-side chain - the ribs were greasy and actually cold. The... (more)
dylan_thomason
on Citysearch Oct 26, 2004The Rutherford Grill, a.k.a. Houston's, is a successful version of it's bigger sister, especially for Napa Valley. Although this is probably the areas only chain restaurant, they certainly are surviving amongst... (more)
ctregilgas
on Citysearch Aug 21, 2004We have been on wine tours before that were very informative and interesting. This one amounted to going into the cave, seeing the barrels, hearing how many there were, seeing the "dining room" in the cave, then going... (more)
vanmills
on Citysearch Feb 11, 2004We usually come here after a day of winetasting, and every time we get consistently good food and service. It is good if you like a tastefully casual, busy atmosphere. The restaurant is centered around a nice wooden... (more)
howudoinsf
on Citysearch Aug 18, 2003Have eaten at RG 4 times in the last couple of years after doing wine-tastings and have never been dissapointed. Part of the Houstons chain, RG sticks to the basics but does it very well. The artichoke/spinach dip with... (more)
yotl03
on Citysearch Jun 07, 2003Contrary to the website, this place does not take reservations. Tried making reservations for a party of 9 and was told no reservations excepted. Never had a chance to try the food.... (more)
pebbliepoo
on Citysearch Feb 03, 2003My family always goes to Rutherford Grill when visiting Napa...it's like our experience would be incomplete without it. Our favorites include the smoked salmon appetizer, roast chicken and mashed potatoes.... (more)