10 of the Best Burgers in the Napa Valley to Try Right Now

The word “hamburger” may not come to mind when planning your wine country vacation, but the Napa Valley agricultural hub is one of the most recognized farm-to-fork regions in all of the country. So why wouldn’t it? From gourmet to greasy, devour the Napa Valley’s best burgers at these local spots.

Mustards Grill, Napa

Mustards Grill is the place to go for those seeking honest American fare with Napa sophistication. Try their burger and champagne combo and you’ll be pleasantly surprised on how well a glass of bubbly goes with your ½ lb smoky charbroiled burger. Choose a sparkling wine from local wineries Domaine Chandon, Schramsberg, or Domaine Carneros, one of our top picks for wineries to visit for wine country first-timers.

Gott’s Roadside, St. Helena

You may have passed one of these establishments elsewhere in the Bay area, including the Oxbow Public Market location, but the very first Gott’s opened up on Main Street in St. Helena. The usual swarm of people out front is testament to the quality of their food made with locally sourced ingredients. Enjoy their innovative roadside classics like the California burger with a fried egg, Kimchi burger, or Impossible vegan burger.

Andies Café, Napa

Who says burgers aren’t for breakfast? Andies Café opens up early for those craving an A.M. burger fix. Order their Breakfast burger, a ¼ lb burger with a fried egg, grilled onions, cheese, and chipotle mayo, served on a toasted English muffin.

Red Rock Café and Back Door BBQ, Napa

A true Napa favorite for over 35 years, Red Rock Café and Back Door BBQ features the finest in barbecued meats. Dine in their charming country diner and order their Pineapple and Teriyaki burger for the perfect amount of sweetness to complement the meat. Try one of their many marinades or handcrafted barbeque sauce.

Rutherford Grill, Rutherford

Dine on Rutherford Grill’s large shady patio and try their Hickory burger on a toasted house-made egg bun. Relax on a rocking chair in front of their outdoor fireplace with a glass of wine. Make your trip to Rutherford Grill memorable by visiting a nearby historic winery like Beaulieu or Inglenook.

Goose & Gander, St. Helena

Featured in our hidden gem restaurant guide, Goose & Gander serves up rustic American food with savory flavor overload. Their grass-fed beef G&G Burger can be topped with bone marrow, seared foie gras, or a duck egg. Pairs well with their visitor-favorite duck fat fries.

Bounty Hunter Wine Bar & Smokin’ BBQ, Napa

Located in the historic Semorile building in downtown Napa, Bounty Hunter’s Bounty burger is made with the finest and freshest ingredients available. The ½ lb Snake River Farms American Wagyu beef comes with their signature saloon sauce. Try this monster burger with a glass of Pursuit’s 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon from their bar with a lineup of over 400 wines from around the world.

Squeeze Inn Hamburgers, Napa

Known for the famous “cheese skirt”, Squeeze Inn Hamburgers may be the top destination for any Napa burger-loving visitor. As your burger sizzles on the grill, a handful of shredded cheese is thrown on top and spills out beyond the patty, creating a circle of fried, greasy, crunchy cheese, thus dubbed the “cheese skirt”.

R+D Kitchen, Yountville

Serving up everything from sushi to spaghetti, R+D Kitchen is a wonderful place to go for stunning vineyard views and a relaxed dining ambience. Sit outside on an adirondack chair by the fire pit and order their Honor Burger with juicy fresh ground chuck and creamy, tangy coleslaw.

Five Dot Ranch, Napa

Five Dot Ranch has had over 150 years to perfect their locally grown, all-natural sustainable beef practices. Their 100% antibiotic and hormone-free California premium beef can be found at their Oxbow Public Market location. Try their burger with local greens, caramelized onions, tomato bacon jam, and cheddar cheese for high beef quality you can taste.

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More than half of these burger options are located in the town of Napa, a short drive from the Napa Winery Inn. Book your summer getaway now for special savings and a chance to taste the Napa Valley’s world-renowned cuisine. Still hungry? For more local dining options, visit our dining guide featuring chic eateries close to the Napa Winery Inn.