House of Better

The BEST tacos in town. Ordered the fish tacos (I was so hungry I forgot to take a picture before eating). The sauce was incredible! Perfect blend of spicy, hot and savory. Outdoor ambiance is perfect for lunch. They have plenty of seating in the shade and fans to keep things cool.

We visited twice, once for drinks the next for drinks and food. Fun atmosphere and great food. We had the soups with a bloody Mary for breakfast. We did feel better after our visit

If I could rate above 5 stars I would. The food was delicious, the staff went above and beyond, and the atmosphere was amazing. The chef especially was very kind and went the extra mile for us. The space is good for kids to run around. Gluten free options. Healthy drinks!

The avocado toast was phenomenal and I was able to get my eggs cooked without butter, which satisfied my lactose intolerant requirements. My partner had the burrito with both green and red Chile sauces, avocado, and the carne adovado. He was incredibly satisfied with his meal and topped it off with the chocolate pecan pie. The pie had a satisfyingly thin crust and was perfectly balanced in terms of sweetness. The ambience was also great and the place was dog friendly.

Came for breakfast, delicious options, Model bakery bread, super cute outdoor area with heat lamps. Will definitely be back….oh and order the pie!

We really enjoyed our visit to House of Better. Our server was amazing and very attentive and we thought the food was tasty and decently priced. We ordered the 3 Guac Tasting Flight, Queso Blanco, Roasted Green Chile Mushroom Flatbread, Calabacitas Flatbread, Taco Salad, and the Enchiladas. We also ordered a few cocktails and lemonades. Everything was tasty and the portions were reasonable. We even had leftovers after. We spent around $215 after tip and tax. We loved the casual ambiance and definitely recommend this place!

Chose to eat here for brunch as it was convenient to be able to eat a morning meal walking directly downstairs from the hotel. But if I had a choice again, I would not choose this restaurant. Ordered the LITTLE GEMS + SMOKED SALMON ( Avocado, fennel, caper berries, persian cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, umeboshi furikake, fresh herbs, seed crisps, green chile buttermilk dressing), RED CHILE CHICKEN POSOLE (Hominy, cilantro + onion, radish, corn tortilla), GREEN CHILE STEW (Pork, chicken or veggie Served w/ crema + tortillas), Kombucha on tap, and a slice of GREEN CHILE APPLE PIE ( House specialty with walnut streusel, cheddar crust, whipped cream, red chile honey drizzle). Most of the savory dishes fell flat for me with 1 dimensional flavor. Didn't deliver any wow or exciting bold Mexican flavors that work as a symphony as I was expecting. Many restaurants within walking distance nearby that are a better choice delivering more flavor and value. The only exception is the house made green Chile apple pie which was rated as the best in town and is quite delicious. That's well worth saving your stomach for.

Excellent food. Only 4 stars as the cashier with the M necklace was not very nice to customers. Which is strange because everyone else was so nice! Thanks again!

Had to stop here on my way home to charge my car. Decide to stop in and have a drink and grab a bite to eat. So stepped up to the bar where Brandy made my drink and took my order. They have a nice outside bar. It was a little chilly sitting outside but nice nonetheless. Orders an old fashioned and some fish tacos. Tacos were nice and come with a habanero salsa. Be warned it's hot.... But very good. Brandy was very sweet and made a mean old fashioned.

We stayed at Dr. Wilkinson's and ate at House of Better twice daily - and it was incredible! The staff is wonderful. They're so knowledgeable and attentive, and they were also quite helpful with food allergies in our party, which I really appreciated. The chef, Jennie, is a wizard. I would eat sautéed dirt if she made it. And I'll bet it would be delicious! Call me president of her fan club.

House of Better humbly serves terrific lighter fare. Don't be put off by the casual outdoor appearance. There is a good meal to be had here. The name makes me wonder if there was once a House of Good against whom they were competing and needed to one-up. Hopefully some smart alec won't open House of Best across the street.

We were disappointed with the chicken tacos. They lacked flavor despite the high cost.

What a nice addition to Dr. Wilkinson's Resort site. The menu was varied & covers breakfast, lunch & dinner along with a full bar. The nachos with carnitas adovada was very good. The grilled salmon power bowl was filling, healthy & tasty. Staff was friendly & helpful. The place is super casual. We will be back.

Cool location open air, walk up counter service. Place your order get a numberand they bring you your food. Located in the open space between the Dr. Wilkinsons facilities on the main drag through town. We started with the Guacamole flight and it is a cool take on this avocado dish, served three ways with a side bowl of dipping chips. Fresh, tasty and good. I was feeling the vibe and ordered the Flower Power mushroom tea, of lions mane and medicinal herbs it was very good and energizing, a nice hot beverage to enjoy on my afternoon visit. For my main entree I decided on the fresh Salad with grilled chicken. Another solid choice. Fresh seasonal greens with a nicely grilled protein added. This was a nice light and filling meal. For the afternoon of my visit it was a good choice. 4 Stars - friendly service, a cool outdoor location with lots of great places to sit, covered and uncovered. 00972

Popped in for a quick lunch before our mud bath. Ordered at the counter and got our food fairly quickly. We were early, so it was not crowded. The restaurant is clean and the outdoor dining area is inviting. We had the nachos and green chili stew with pork. The strew reminded Hubby of a recipe he used to make. He enjoyed it. There were lots of chilies and a few chunks of meat. The nachos could have been better. The guacamole was brown on the edges. The cheese was in a single glop not distributed over the whole plate. The salsa and sauce was good.

I will say this, wine tasting is an excellent way to work up your appetite. And what better way than enjoying some hearty comfort food smack dap in historic downtown Calistoga? This takes me none other to "House of Better". Located directly on Lincoln Ave (Highway 29) and adjacent to Fair Way, this place has been serving delicious plates dating back to early-2021. They do have generous hours of operation being opened for business 7 days a week from 8am-8pm while being open an hour later at 9pm on Friday & Saturday nights. I came here for what would be a late lunch/early dinner during the afternoon of Saturday 4/6/2024 at around 2:50pm. My significant other and I parked just a block away at nearby Cal Mart and made the short 2-minute walk to the business. To give you an idea of what this place is all about, it is primarily an outdoor type atmosphere with Astroturf throughout, Adirondack chairs, hanging lights (after the sun goes down), a large pizza oven, a nearby swing, picnic tables, heat lamps, and an indoor shack (in case the weather is not cooperative). This place is also directly next to "Dr. Wilkinson's Resort & Mineral Spring" which is a hotel that includes an outdoor pool and other amenities including a dedicated mud bath area. As far as the menu goes, this place offers mainly that Tex-Mex cuisine combined with American, Spanish, and Mexican bites all in one. Best of all, they serve breakfast + brunch (until 2pm), small bites, all day dishes, pies, and a full bar that serves sangria, margaritas, beer, Kombucha, well drinks, and even hot + iced espresso drinks. Since I was starving, I ended up going with their "Green Chile Burger" (for $20). This burger offers Kobe beef, aged cheddar cheese, grilled onions, roasted green chiles, pickled onions, & seasoned french fries w/ketchup and chipotle aioli sauces. My lady went with their "Grains + Grills Kale Salad w/Chicken" (for $24). This warm salad had a blend of quinoa, black beans, jicama, and chipotle lime vinaigrette. To drink, I tried the "Corazon"; beet-infused agave wine margarita & oranges while she went with their "Red Sangria". Since it was a cool 58°F day, we took advantage eating inside the cozy shack area. Our drinks arrived in just a few minutes while our food followed shortly after. My burger was made to perfection as the patty was hearty and very juicy. It also had that nice spicy kick while the bun was slightly toasted. In all fairness, it was a good burger but priced a little high at $20. My lady also said her Grains + Grills was delicious but that too was priced steep at $18 and $6 more when you add the chicken. However, my agave margarita was tasty and quite filling. All in all, "House of Better" is definitely worth checking out and if you are okay spending around $40 for lunch, I say go for it. The employees & service were top notch, food was made to perfection, ambiance and atmosphere was unique and one-of-a-kind. Just the outdoor area alone is absolutely worth checking out. Therefore, when you factor everything in, I am giving House of Better an above average four-star rating.

Don't miss Val at the House of Better! Very attentive, great recommendations and a cocktail craftsman!

House of Better is such a cool outdoor spot to hang out, eat, drink, chill. There was a DJ when we got there. Food was great - healthy options also available. The staff is super friendly. We hung out for a bit as the sun went down.

We ordered the set menu which included salad, soup, main dish and pie. All the food was awesome! Our favorite part was the salad and the grilled pork chop noodle dish. The dressing was delicious and the pork chops were tender and grilled to perfection.

I have come a couple of times for happy hour and it hasn't disappointed. They have $3 tacos with chicken or carnitas and their beer and wine is 25% off. Can't really beat that. They also had wings on happy hour this go around. I was extra hungry so I also ordered some of their chips and queso to go with my tacos. I was surprised when it came out green, but it was actually really good! It comes with sausage if that's your preference. The service is excellent even though you order at the counter and they bring your food out to you. Staff came over to turn on the heater and make sure I was all taken care of. Very friendly. All outdoor seating, but they have a fully covered section with heaters. I'm sure I'll be back next time I have to stay late after work!

This place exceeded my expectation. First of all they have parking which is a plus!!! They have such a cute set up! Dont forget the swing in the back! I got the tacos and they were absolutely delicious, I still think about them. This was such a good find for me and my friends.

Following a very relaxing + detoxing experience at nearby Golden Haven Hot Springs Spa and Resort (please reference my review if interested), our group was ready for some lunch. After doing some research on Yelp, my wife suggested that we check out a Southwest-inspired restaurant called House of Better. By the looks of this restaurant, I knew it would be good. The front backyard (I know that sounds crazy) gives off hip Southern California vibes, and the patrons had looks of satisfaction on their face's as they ate (how many times have you gone to a restaurant and observed patrons picking at their food like it was a disturbing science experiment). After being greeted by a friendly employee, my wife and I proceeded to order the following: Two margaritas (they make a delicious margarita!), Red + Green Chile Nachos with carne adobada added, New Mexican Grilled + Smothered Burrito with a combination of both red and green chile sauce, and two orders of fries on the side....yes we were hungry....please don't judge! The New Mexican Grilled + Smothered Burrito was delicious with plenty of flavor & spice (just the way I like it!). If you're weird like me and sometimes enjoy just snacking on French fries, You will be happy to know that their fries are well-seasoned and plentiful. If you're passing through cozy Calistoga and have a craving for good customer service + delectable food, I highly recommend paying House of Better a visit!

One of my favorite places up the valley when I am looking for healthier dining options! I ordered the grains and greens kale bowl with peppered steak which was kale, quinoa, and black beans mixed with some diced jicama in some type of oil ? as the base which was chef's kiss. It was so good that it inspired me to make something similar at home, I didn't realize jicama would liven up a salad like this. This was garnished with pickled onions and chipotle sauce on the side (I asked for this on the side). Usually, I am skeptical of chipotle as it is not my cup of tea but this was such a subtle chipotle sauce, it was PERFECT and I would even ask for this sauce again! My only complaint was the steak - it was quite chewy which was not very pleasant to work through... still good flavor though!

House of Better... better get in my mouth! I have nothing but great things to say about HoB. Great service, casual and fun setting, all on top of delicious food. Attached to Dr. W's, I almost wish we stayed here to eat HoB's food every day! You order-at-the-counter and the food came out relatively quickly. We opted to split the ground beef crunchy tacos and nachos; perfect sized lunch for us. Both were outstanding. Get the salsa! They have their own chile roaster and their salsa was some of the best I've had in a long time (although could've been spicier for sure!). They also serve Kin "cocktails" for those of you who like a booze-free lunch; they were great! Overall, stop by for a fun and tasty place to hang!

Best fish tacos Poolside during our resort pass day staycation. And got an awesome shrub for a hot summer day. Definitely will go back!

What went well? Everything! The food was awesome, I ate every bite. So chill, all kinds of walks of life. I could read a book in their green space, or host a party which I think they would accommodate. I'd definitely recommend.

I had the chicken pozole it was okay a little bland my hubs had the chile burger it was good but the winner is the coffee martini forgot the name so good.

Everybody loves House of Better! Located next to Dr. Wilkersons and other Calistoga hotels, House of Better serves incredibly tasty Southwestern food in a comfortable, casual setting. I love how "relaxed" the vibe is here, as does my fiancee. Their taco plates are flavorful, as are the chicken nachos. I also enjoyed the plethora of non-alcoholic beverage choices, including all the Kin drinks. Staff is also wonderful. Very friendly, and they add to the incredible vibes of HoB. As I said before, everyone loves House of Better! A+++

Bomb: fish tacos, queso dip, pineapple mimosa Don't waste your time: smothered chicken burrito. Extremely blah and smothered in canned red sauce and green. Zero flavor or authenticity

omg their herb and maitake salad is amazing, it did took a long time to get to me but it is so worth the wait, came here with a friend and she enjoyed her food too, will be coming back

This is now a part of Dr. Wilkinson's spa. It's got a very modern vibe to it. You order at the cut at the bar and they bring it to you! I have the egg sandwich which was the light full. Egg was poached perfectly! The muffin soft enough to cut with a knife. My guest ordered the breakfast burrito, which was enough for two people. In fact, took half of it home. We both had mango mimosas, delicious. We were only there for one night, so I did not take advantage of the pool/mineral spa. Dusty at the front desk could not be more congenial. I definitely recommend. Lee was our server very personable. Definitely recommend.

Stayed here for a night. Had breakfast and dinner. Not sure if it was because they were busy in the morning, but the service was more attentive in the evening. Food was good.

Lunch today at House of Better in Calistoga, California was okay. We decided to have some lunch before doing a little wine tasting and decided on the charming town of Calistoga. My husband and I both had the Chicken Tacos and we both agreed that the entree was just average. Coming from the east coast we were shocked at the $68 price of two taco entrees, a tea and a diet cola. I just recently had much better tacos for less than half the price! Also, not a big fan of outdoor dining due to the annoying flies . The fly fan did nothing to discourage the flies from landing on my plate. If I had the chance to do it over, I would skip it.

Rude hostess Sorry we didn't even get to try the food as the hostess was so rude we left. No reservations and lots of open tables. We were excited to try but did not feel welcomed at all.

Orders take out and unfortunately it was just okay. We got beef, chicken tacos, fish tacos. The chicken taco was super dry. The beef and fish were fine. Their service was not great. They were not very kind when my husband asked for extra sauce. They also forgot one of our dishes and he had to go back to pick it up and they weren't very apologetic. Overall food was just okay and service was not great. I will not be back.

Great selection of food for breakfast through all day offerings. Had we stayed at Dr Wilkinson's longer, we would have tried more offerings. Avocado toast for breakfast was good but with three halves, I wondered what happened to the fourth? Hubby had the steak and eggs, the green chili sauce was good but the red sauce definitely had a bite! Where this place shines is the pie! We sampled four different kinds - the green Chile apple (really, you need to try it!), the peanut butter chocolate with Oreo crust, mixed berry, and lemon cream) All were delicious and the crust was light and flaky. Order at the counter and find a table (if you can!) and your food is brought to you. Limited inside seating and outdoor tables with heaters are good except when it is raining! Not inexpensive but good food.

I really like how clean this place was. The restrooms are so clean, and provided toiletries. The dining area was mainly an outdoor patio area, as well as an indoor little building. There was a water station too. You order at the counter and they bring the food out to you. The food came out pretty fast. I really liked the guacamole sampler. It came with 3 different flavors, and the chips it came with was the right amount of crisp and flavor. The tacos were ok. After the meal, we were told to just leave the plates, and they would bus it... by the parking area, there were outdoor activities like yard chess, and bag toss. There was a swing too. Pretty cool place to hang out, especially if you're drinking... they did have a good selection of beers that I saw. It was near the winery that we went to, so this was a cool spot to stop by to grab food after.

Nice staff. Good location. Wood fired flatbreads on the weekend. Mexican cuisine is similar to Tex mex. Ambiance is super "Calistoga" vibes. Definitely worth checking out.

I don't understand the reviews of this place. There was nothing better about the house of better. We ordered food here because it was the only one open. They had very limited options. I love mexican food but my god i didnt know it could be this bad. My "burrito" was just not good. I dont know how they can go bad but they did. It was a vegetarian one so even more complicated to mess it up. The fries were terrible. We shared them but couldnt eat them - wayyyy too salty. The quinoa bowl was good. If you plan on ordering food they close at 8pm and uber eats cuts you off before 7:30pm. You can order from restaurant directly. The guy picking up the phone was nice and helpful. There was no ambiance - it was freezing and no one was there.

Destiny is the best bartender and the easiest person to get along with!!!! She was kind and made me and my fiancé a priority and made our final trip before our wedding amazing. Also Val did an amazing job and was very attentive.

We'll be the first to admit that when this spot first opened it was a bit of a miss for us. We were excited to see all the renovations and work they had done on the property but the first few times we went the experience just wasn't quite there. It felt a bit like you were encroaching on a pool bar that wasn't equipped for walk ins. We stop in with some frequency and sometimes it does still feel disconnected this is a nice spot to grab a cocktail, glass or bottle of wine and just enjoy. The staff sometimes seems to struggle and could use a bit more training, but it seems they are still working out the kinks.

Randomly stumbled upon this place since it was down the street from our hotel. It did not disappoint! Their crispy tacos were on point. It comes with 3 tacos (I had carnitas, ground beef, and chicken), and small side of beans and salsa. The portion of the plate is overall pretty small, but the meal itself is delicious.

Honestly really disappointed with this restaurant. My partner and I came last year and was impressed by the food and we were excited to return. However, this time, the food was bland, burnt, or cold. I don't know if there was a change in restaurant management or they were short staffed but it was just bad. The party that was right behind us also got their food way before us. We literally waited 30 minutes for avocado toast and steak & eggs. The server tried to make up for it with extra coffee or pie but then didn't even come back around until we were already bussing our own table. It was a disappointing way to end our stay at Dr. Wilkinsons.

The food was very good. We had pozole, french fries, fish tacos and pie. Prices were a little insane even for the area and being in a hotel. $26 for halibut fish tacos is ridiculous given the amount of actual fish in the tacos - you can get halibut fish tacos in Marin County (where we are from) for $18-$22. That being said the pozole was authentic enough and delicious!! Service was okay but they seemed a little confused and disoriented the whole time. We came on two separate occasions and both times had 2-3 confused people serving us. The green chile apple pie was delicious but was served ice cold...... Whyyy would they ever do that. I'm sure it would have been a 5/5 if they could have just warmed up the pie. Decent hotel food, probably won't be back though even when staying at this resort again.

This was at the hotel we stayed at and it was great for light bites while hanging at the pool. you can order at the pool and they bring it right to you

Great food. Super well known for pies. Chile pies. Check in with vicki at the bar. Aplenty of outdoor seating you can eat at t he bar. Lawn tables or under the roof or by the pool. The tacos are great. Try the halibut tacos yum. And the three dip tacos. As per the Bar (Jan 2022) they have no hard alcohol yet but working on it. They have a nice wine selection and alternative drinks now "the corazón" is a beer infused tequila for margaritas that's uniquely perfect. They make great coffee too.

We went here after a wine event in Calistoga this past weekend. We just wanted a casual meal and the yelp reviews made us try this place. Overall, we loved it. The prices were fair (especially for Napa valley) and the food was fresh and delicious. I had one of their bowls and even though I don't really like squash or zucchini that much, the flavor of the rest of the bowl had me eating almost all of it. It was definitely a healthy bowl of goodness and my body was happy to receive it. My husband ordered a chicken burrito and it was humongous! Even the staff commented on the size of it. It took him a bit before he got to the chicken, but there was plenty in there and the flavor was really good. He enjoyed it and almost managed to eat the entire thing. The pizzas/flatbread looked really good and we plan on ordering that next time we are in the area. We ate outside and it is really cute. Lots of colorful chairs, cornhole, swings and I think they said hammocks on the other side of the building. The staff were really sweet and accommodating and we had a great experience. We will definitely be coming back!

The food itself was good however the service was lacking . We stayed at the hotel and this restaurant is supposed to be open until 9 pm. During the 4 days we stayed there it closed early 3 times . The first time there was no warning and they were suddenly closed at 8 pm ( we were in the pool and planning on ordering ). I casually inquired about hours of operation the next day and the manager offered a dessert on the house when she was surprised to hear they closed that early from staff . The next night they announced to all rooms they would close early , but after a couple days they were back to closing with no notice .

We stopped at this spot while riding bikes through town. It's part of Dr. Wilkinson's resort. It's an outdoor seating arrangement where you order through the bar. They also have outdoor games - life-size chess, corn hole, etc. We just sat at the bar and had a couple drinks. I had The Corazon - a margarita made with beet infused "whine spirits" (wine tequila made from fermented agave). They use a lot of fermented spirits in place of traditionally distilled liquor. Creative and fun. The bartender was super friendly and knowledgeable. A very "hipster" vibe place.

It was the best hotel run food I've had in a while! They accommodated all our dietary restrictions and it was really good. Honestly the stand outs were the coffees, salad-smoked salmon and the fries!! Perfect to order and snack by the pool. Loved it. The service was quick and they helped us and brought the food to our cabana beds.

Very cute 'order at the counter' joint. Ordered the nachos to share as a little appetizer to tide us over before our dinner later. I asked the guy at the register for some recommendations as to what was better on the nachos and he suggested the steak. While we waited, we played a game of giant chess and tried out the swing. Super fun. The nachos did not disappoint and the steak and pickled red onion made it! Very delicious. Would love to come back and sample more of the menu.

Enjoyed some great tasting chips and dip at the pool since we are members of Ashes and Diamonds. We ordered from the Kiosk and they brought us our food at the pool. Great relaxing afternoon to beat the heat!

Delicious! Best french fries I've ever had! Tacos, salsa and drinks were also wonderful!

We came here for a team event and it was such a cute place to hang out! There was plenty of grass and lounge areas to hang out including hammocks and tree swings. We had catered tacos here and they were so good! The staff is very friendly as well. Overall, I would definitely come back in my own time to have a fun and relaxing day here.

Really great food and drinks. Fun spot in Calistoga with excellent outdoor space. We'll be back soon!

Cute little outdoors spot (with a room for indoor dining as well?). For the area, the portions and prices seem appropriate. For someone not familiar with the area, it's a little higher priced than average with smaller portions. This place is definitely geared towards health through eating - which I totally loved. For drinks we went with a mix of the two Agua frescas recommended by the staff. So good! They offer a large selection of interesting dips and even do flights of them. We tried three that included an okay bean dip, nice hemp heart one, and a super tasty carrot one.

Love the ambiance and location of this place. It's located in the quaint downtown area of Calistoga, a few min drive from the Chateau winery we were visiting that day and wanted to drop by for a quick lunch. There were tons of outdoor seating available from tables under the shade to bench tables to lawn chairs out in the grass. There's also a hammock! There's a bathroom available for customers. We ordered at the bar/register and you get a # to place on your table. I tried the kale and maitake omelet, as well as a glass of ginger beer + wine spirit. We got the sample salsa appetizer which came with pico de gallo, guacamole, and some red salsa. The foods came out relatively quickly in less than 15 minutes and our drinks came out even faster. The ginger beer drink was refreshing and the kale and maitake omelet had the right portions. Came with a side salad, omelet with red chile sauce poured over it. Great sauce and fresh maitake mushrooms. My friends really enjoyed their meal, one of which is vegetarian. Friendly vegetarian food options available here! The chips and salsa were good - crispy fresh chips dipped in fresh salsas. The cold ginger drink really complimented the meal. The prices are standard for a bunch spot, expect $16 for a plate. I heard their pies were delicious but we didn't have enough time to order one. Next time I'll try to make a visit to try their pies and spend a bit more time enjoying the backyard style restaurant.