Red Rock Café

Excellent service. Good parking. Excellent BBQ ribs and BBQ chicken sandwich. Substantial pottions.

I’d give Red Rock Cafe six stars if I could. A while back, I did my own little test to find the best cheeseburger in Napa — and Red Rock came out on top. Hands down the best cheeseburger in town. But as much as I love their burgers, I honestly can't seem to order anything besides their salad with tri-tip, barbecue sauce, and blue cheese. It’s just that good. Every time I tell myself I’ll try something new, but I keep coming back to that salad. I also love that it’s a small place — it feels local, it feels like family, and the atmosphere is always warm and welcoming. The decor fits the vibe perfectly, and the staff has always been great every time I've been in. If you haven't been yet, you’re missing out on one of Napa’s gems.

Craved for bbq when we visited Napa. Rib and tri tip hit the spot for us. It comes with 2 sides. I got the tri tip soup which is really good. We also got the mac and cheese, slaw and potato salad which are alright. I like their salt and pepper shaker, different on each table. The one who got our order was accommodating.

Amazing place. Service is on point. Also I do not know who is doing the dishes in this place, but the silverware was insanely clean and polished. We had the bacon cheese burgers and shared the small curly fries. Yes that is the small curly fries. Only trick to this place is parking. It is tight and a bit limited. In the end the food and most definitely the staff make this a must do. Can’t wait to go back and try the ribs. Went back and tried the onion rings. They are insanely good. I would be hard pressed to do the curly fries again. Wife had the roasted turkey sandwich which came with some amazing baked beans. This place continues to amaze.

Great food and great portions with nice service.

Friendly service & delicious food. Ordered fried zucchini & came with an unusually large helping - 2 people shared instead of fries (photo shows after about 2/3 of them had already been consumed). Brisket sandwich with BBQ or au jus (we chose BBQ) was moist, fall-apart, & flavorful. BBQ sauce had *just* enough spice to give heat to the flavor. Burgers were juicy & produce was crisp & fresh. Server was so nice & brought out a bowl of water for our dog. Only Con: 3 outdoor tables but only 1 has shade.

Very small, but they have excellent food and service. It is a bit pricey but the generous portions are a fair trade. Highly Recommend.

Wow, this place was awesome! Had the large salad...it was huge! Also had garlic fries and jalapeno poppers...everything was delicious and so fresh. Next time I will try the burgers! The waitress was so nice and she had great suggestions. This is on my fav list for sure.

I recently had Back Door BBQ cater a dinner for Yacht Club which was visiting Napa. Working with Erin was such a pleasure. We enjoyed Tri-tip, pulled pork, ribs & chicken and our group felt the meal was truly excellent! Give them a try at their restaurant or have them cater an event. You won't be disappointed!

This is a reliable Napa restaurant, well out of the touristy areas, and frequented mainly by locals. It is more reasonably priced than most restaurants in Napa. Everything that I have had here is "pretty good". You will not leave saying that it was the best meal you have ever had, but you will enjoy the food - it's always "pretty good". That, combined with the "reasonable" prices (for Napa) keeps people coming back. Plus, it's been here for a very long time, and the staff is always friendly. They have a good number of regulars. Their bbq is good. My dad likes the ribs, their sides and burgers and sandwiches are fine, and their pie, when they have it, is also good. Their salads are quite good, and they offer a make-your-own option which I like. Portions are large, so 2 people can share a salad and one main course, and both will have more than enough food. If Yelp allowed me to give a half star, I would have given this 3.5 stars. Since I can't, I felt the restaurant deserves to be rounded up to 4 stars rather than down. The space is "cozy" (meaning small). They have tables, and about 7-8 seats at a small bar. The parking lot is small and tight but, if it's full, one can always find a spot on the street. They also have a small outdoor seating area. Summary: always reliably pretty good.

Red rock always delivers. Small family owned local spot. My go to here is the tri-tip with aujus and fries. It's like a French dip. Plenty of food if you want to split for two people or if you're hungry, it's all you. The barbecue chicken here is also amazing as well as the ribs. Great beer, wine drink selection. The staff is always super friendly.

The best burgers and salads - I don't eat ribs but they seemed to be very popular! We had burgers and curly fries - everything is also fresh and hot! I had a cheddar burger with guac on it - excellent!! Curly fries shown are a size small and the 2 of us couldn't eat all of them!!

I have been coming here ever since I was a kid. 28+ years later and it's still amazing! Guacamole, Bacon & Cheddar burger or the Tri Tip dinner is my favorite. I moved to Texas 12 years ago, but I try to hit Red Rock whenever I'm in town. BEST BURGERS IN THE WORLD!!!! I also feel they have the best Tri Tip I have ever had. And don't forget about their incredible BBQ sauce. My family has even sent it to me because it is just my type. Love it! Service is always great. Back when I was a regular, they were always friendly, always remembered me, and always knew my order..."are you having the burger today or the tri tip?" You can't beat service like that! The place is a cool little restaurant that has a real home feel to it. Great decor and a cute collection of salt & pepper shakers that I'm happy to see they still take seriously. Over the years I have had great meals and great memories here. Kinda holds a special place for me. Add the great food and great service, and it's an all around great place. The other location is good too, but the Lincoln location is my favorite.

Great BBQ and burgers with nice owners. When you tire of Napa high style cuisine, this is a good choice. The food is great and I'm sure their wine list is good, too. Sweet owners and service. Atmosphere is cozy and collegial.

I can't believe that I have not yet given Red Rock a review after being a patron for many years. Sadly I have taken this establishment for granted. For those looking for a good BBQ spot, I would recommend Red Rock. They have been very consistent with their product and offer a great value in the Napa area. The meats that I personally enjoy are the ribs, tri tip, and the brisket. Those who enjoy spicy foods would enjoy the links. (They are a little too spicy for me.) Their sides also complement their meats very well. Especially their BBQ sauces. The person there who is always a joy for me to work with is Erin. She has supported several catering events for me. At every event, the food always ends up getting complemented more than the event! Erin is the most thoughtful person you can work with. Her experience in the field is evident as she makes sure ALL your catering needs are met. She always has a smile on her face and despite the hectic environment, she is always calm and collected. There is a reason why Red Rock has been around for so long and you should definitely visit if you can.

Quaint little diner. Super friendly and helpful. The service is tops and the Tri-Tip Sandwich is to live for(no food is to die for). The pork ribs fall right off the bone. Yum Oh and the corn bread will make you take a couple home.

BBQ is probably my favorite choice when I get to choose Sunday lunch. Problem is there aren't a lot of options around here. On a Yelp search I ended up in Napa at the Red Rock Cafe. I can attest the neighborhood cafe lives on in the RRC! (Support your local spots!). I could tell this place had lots of locals, as we were the only tourist like visitors there. Here are my favorite dishes: Pulled Pork Sandwich: I don't normally order pull pork, but my girl did. Oh my, this was a winner. The pork was so tender with just enough Smokey goodness for you to keep wanting more (I kept sneaking bites of pork). The sauce was not too sweet but added moisture and tang. The Dutch Crunch bread was an interesting choice of roll but adds nice crunch to the bread. The side of cole slaw was delicious as well. I just wanted to stuff it into the sandwich. The sandwich is ginormous so it can be shared, but why???? Tri-tip Sandwich with au jus: Thick stack of thinly sliced tri-tip nestled between soft French bread. Okay, now dip into the au jus...enjoy. The tri-tip by itself was pretty good but adding the au jus makes this one even better. Corn Muffin: This was really good. I mean really good. I liked the crunchy texture top and the non cakey consistency of the rest. It had delicious cooked corn kernels with most of the bites. Make sure you slather with butter. Coconut Cream Pie: This is not your store bought pie from Safeway. Nope. This tasted like someone's family recipe handed down throughout the generations. The texture reminds me of something like a light custard cream with coconut shavings. The crust was buttery and flaky. I suspect the chef here loves their sweets. Just a hunch. This is a local spot through and through. It's a cozy little place that seats maybe 30 max. The a bar has a variety of on tap favorites and a tv for the latest sporting event, or daytime soap. The parking is tiny and adventurous, so parking a little bit away may have to happen. Overall I'd like to come back. The made fresh daily cod looked delish...

Great food, service, and locally owned. I live their salads too. This place has been a staple in Napa for a very long time. I love. their burgers, fish and chips

Craved for bbq when we visited Napa. Rib and tri tip hit the spot for us. It comes with 2 sides. I got the tri tip soup which is really good. We also got the mac and cheese, slaw and potato salad which are alright. The one who got our order was accommodating. I like their salt and pepper shaker, different on each table. Very relaxed ambiance.I like their salt and pepper shaker, different on each table.

We had it yesterday and we both had a tri-tip. It was delicious. My husband had it in the sandwich and he loved it and I had the dinner and I had the biggest football baked potato. You can imagine with the works and the tri-tip four stars it was so tender and Delicious going back

Well I'm sad to report another long standing legend appears to be dying. I stopped by Red Rock BBQ in Napa last night craving a rack of BBQ Baby Back Ribs. The overly thin sauce was too sweet with no heat but lots of meat. The ribs were pork and from their size baby back but no indication of being smoked except for whatever was painted on them. Total lack of taste. No smoke penetration and they tasted like they had been oven roasted. If I hadn't taken them home to eat, I'd have given them back at the counter. I live in Sonoma so I guess it's back to Vallejo to CJ's and Gracie's or Petaluma to Lombardi's. I'd send flowers but can't find black roses!!

Love the salads. You get your choice of 7 yummy options, your choice of lettuces & Dressing. Big enough to share with the whole family.

Service was excellent, Carolyn was our waitress, she is very nice and on top of refilling our drinks, that is a big deal for me. My rep had the mushroom burger and he said it was very good. I had the crispy chicken salad (delicious) with the homemade, excellent, blue cheese dressing. I took a cornbread muffin to go for breakfast tomorrow. She asked me if I wanted butter and honey as well, I said yes. I got it home and after a few hours, I took a bite. It is, seriously, the best cornbread muffin I have ever had, and I would know, I have had many. BTW; no butter or honey needed, it is delicious on it's own. I will be back

My sister & I enjoyed a delicious lunch. We split the dinner option of ribs & 2 sides. We chose cole slaw & a corn muffin. For dessert we loved the dark chocolate peanut butter pie. Jennifer & Nomi were our friendly, considerate, & attentive servers. I observed Jennifer open & hold the door for an elderly couple. Very thoughtful gesture. We will definitely be back. Looking forward to trying the fresh pies & delicious food. In business since 1976! The parking lot is small but there was plenty of empty spaces for a late lunch.

The Red Rock was recommended by my brother who was a regular when he worked in Napa. This was our first time and regret we didn't get here sooner! The service was fantastic! Jennifer, who has worked here for years, was friendly and knowledgeable of the menu. All the food was amazing!! We had the Tri-Tip Salad, a burger, a grilled chicken sandwich and garlic fries. 10++ Casual outdoor seating and well worth the visit. Ken Sarna recommends the Red Rock Cafe in Napa

Ordered their make your own salad, split a small order of fries, had a drink. Came to $40, which included a modest tip. Mild sticker shock! Husband checked receipt, said bill did not match the prices on the menu. 3 stars for the cute retro decor.

Great customer service and super good food! The bbq ribs... best I have ever had! I will be returning!!

We came here in 2021, and I have been wanting to come back ever since. It held up to the memory and was delicious!! The service was good, and the restaurant is cute. We chose to eat outside, and the service never lacked despite us being the only table out there. We were regularly checked on and well taken of.

This place was so delicious! I got the tri tip sandwich with dipping sauce, potato salad and sweet potato fries! The sandwich and sauce was full of flavor it was the BEST tri tip sandwich I have ever had. The sweet potato fries were so amazing . My husband got the chili cheese fries which he approves of. THEN... chocolate peanut butter pie. Omg melt in your mouth. It was amazing. Rich , creamy! Absolutely delicious. The cookie crust was the perfect touch. Amazing food and great service. Jennifer was fast , nice and able to complete all our needs. She was amazing! I can't wait to make the trip back from vacaville to eat her again !

Great spot for affordable barbecue especially if you go when it's not too busy. It's a small dining area but it's worth the wait for the food. It has a classic diner feel. Definitely feel free to do takeout food because it's just as good.

Our lunch at the Red Rock Cafe & Back Door Barbeque was fabulous! The barbecued pulled pork was tasty and the sauce was incredible. The cole slaw was very tasty!

Killer food. Friendly staff. Just gotta speed up the kitchen on a lazy & slow Sunday opening!! Burgers....HELL YES! Pulled Pork sando.....stuffed w , killer sauce....Spectacular!! Mac & Cheeeeeese.....MUST HAVE!!! Fries......The way fries are s'posed to....crispy, salty & yummylicious!!!! Gotta try the ribs next visit fo sho!

What a wonderful discovery! After a day at the galleries and the wineries, this place was recommended by a local, and I am so glad it was. I had the ribs, with mac and cheese, and a salad. It was very delightful, and it was even affordable.

Was looking for somewhere we didn't need a reservation for near Downtown Napa. Most restaurants were booked and it was raining (can you believe it) so we wanted to find somewhere especially cozy. Becky and Mason took care of us and they couldn't have been more patient, friendly, and accommodating. The food was literally delicious. The pulled chicken sandwich and cornbread are highly recommended. The food was so good, it was gone before I had a chance to take a pic. Also can't beat the $1 corkage fee (most places charge way more which is ridiculous because everyone is literally coming from Napa). Loved this place. Can't wait to go back!

Great place for a dinner for two! Was a little worried when we pulled up that it might not be for us but we're pleasantly surprised. Cool and funky interior with great salad and tri-tip. Salads are huge and built to order. Yup! That's the parking lot.

Great warm and homey environment. A wonderful pairing with the food they serve, from their homemade BBQ and sides, to their Ranch dressing and pies. A nice treat for our unplanned Valentines dinner out.

Great barbecue salads and I loved my Turkey sandwich. The service is the best everyone is friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is casual dinner. All and all it great food and fun.

Great diner food. Excellent for lunch. Good service. After hours the take out from the "Back Door" starts. Very good ribs.

This review is about the one item I unfortunately ordered and had to consume the one time I went on a scouting mission to RRCafe. Other reviews I have read before and since rave about many things there, and I am sure there is truth to these raves, but since I don't see myself going back I'll never be able to confirm these thoughts. I feel burned and I'm not willing to risk it and get burned again. About a month and a half ago (mid-late April or so, 2023) in my quest to try new-to-me, independent places in Napa, I set my sights on RRC for a lunch take out. After seeing their menu's pictures of the fish & chips, I braved the tricky parking situation and went in for that dish. I mean, fish & chips, who doesn't like that? I may be imagining this moment, but when I stepped to the cash register area at the back of the very tightly packed dining room and ordered to go, it seems like I recall the waitress quickly flicking a gaze up at me. Was that a portent? A subtle "You sure you want that?" Was she just looking up? Who knows, but the way things played out I would not be shocked if it was a cloaked warning. The fish & chips I received WERE NOT the golden, battered Icelandic cod, homemade flaky delights that the menu pictures (go see for yourself what I refer to, if you'd care to). Instead, these were akin to grocery store fishsticks on some growth hormone, and I'd be shocked if they were "made" there. They had the tell-tale grainy coating that was more previously-applied bread crumb or panko...were they exactly like that out of the bag from a centralized food supplier? At any rate, a far cry from what was shown on the menu. They were not pleasant to eat, and while the fries and tartar sauce were okay, I guess, nothing was going to get me past the disappointment of the central item in the dish. I wish I felt differently; I wish the food had lived up to how it was portrayed, and I wish my lone trip to RRC made me desire to go back regularly.

I have never been recommended a bbq place for a great salad before! I love good bbq, but on this specific day, I wanted salad, and they hoisted the amazing salad flag high in the sky for all to see!!!! The salad was 5 pounds! And it was a small! Does the large come in a dump truck?! I'm excited to find out! The staff were amazingly friendly to myself and to each other! When you work with love, you can taste it in the food! The parking lot is tiny, but the heart of this place is huge! I'm coming back, and you should too!!!

Great locals spot. The best Tritip in town order the salads are ok but you get a lot of options to build your own.

This is a small hole in the wall that was introduced to me by a friend who loves to come here. Not much seating and not much to look at, but the customer service is great and so is the food! We had a bbq pulled pork sandwich, tri tip sandwich, garlic fries and onion rings. What I loved about the tri tip sandwich was that it wasn't soaked in condiments that usually leave the bread soggy. It was simply delicious with both dipping sauces. They are not cheap with the meat either!

Just left this well known establishment. I was there to place an order and take food to go. They acknowledged me briefly and said they would be with me shortly. I stood at the bar area for 10 min and patiently waited but was not even offered a menu while people came in after me and were cordially offered a place to sit and menus. I felt quite invisible and dismissed. I had a big order too... too bad . I left because this is Not how you should treat customers. I'm an RN and I know that for sure...

Just left dinner at Red Rock. Local spot we've enjoyed for 20 years. Tonight was just awful. From the moment we walked in and were left standing, to finally taking a seat and waiting another 10 min for a waiter to come by. There are only 8 tables and 2 waiters plus bartender. My companion never received 2nd drink he ordered so drank mine to finish dinner. Then had to get up and go to bar to ask for check. The bartender sighed heavily before getting our check, then dropped it on our table with no thank you or any greeting. Plenty of other spots to spend $75 for 2 for dinner. So sad to see Red Rock bite the dust

Best salads ever! If you love a real salad (not just the standard obligatory salad from a bag) Red Rock Cafe is the place to go. They have a design your own salad where you choose from a expansive list of options. All of the ingredients are super fresh and ripe. They offer two sizes, small and large. In all honesty, the large is enough for 2 people to split and both go home full. Their pricing is reasonable and the service is fast. I understand they are known for their BBQ but don't be afraid to invite your vegetarian or vegan friends. You won't be disappointed.

An old tried and true favorite since I was a kiddo. I've had just about everything on the menu but my all-time favorites are the ribs, pulled pork, burgers, and make-your-own salads. I've eaten in, grabbed takeout, and the back door's larger portions for events. Always, and I mean ALWAYS, tasty and fabulous!!

Small place but food was so good. Staff was amazing too. Highly recommend. I had the chili and corn muffin. Omg so good. My husband had the ribs and was so impressed. Only bad thing was the fries were not salted.

I've got so much love for RRC! Having visited many times, I have to say that they really do make the best burger in Napa. Perfectly cooked, juicy, a bun that's sturdy yet squishy and finely shaved lettuce, so dang good. RRC also has a long list of toppings for a custom set up if you're into it. Oh wait, if a burger isn't your thing, try their chicken burger! Same set up as above but the beef patty is replaced with a thick juicy piece of fried chicken breast. Add some extra pickles and call me done! Yes, yes, the fries! Okay so they have (ready for this), regular fries, sweet potato fries, curly fries, garlic fries and of course onion rings. Here's the thing, if you want garlic sweet potato fries, they can make those. If you want to live on the edge, garlic onion rings. Not kidding, the fries are super customization. If you're feeling it, order the Chile Cheese Fries! A mound of home made chili, cheese and jalapenos atop their delicious crispy fries, bomb! Want beer? RRC deos have a very small but decent selection of taps. You'll find me having a few Red Tail Ales or Lagunita's IPAs at the bar while contemplating life choices, burger or chicken.

It's a local favorite of mine, been coming here for many years now. They have about 4-5 draft beers to enjoy and a TV that usually plays sports, or you can hops to sit in one of the checkerboard tables inside seating and since covert they also have some outdoor seating. Lots of great hamburger steaks, they're also known for their barbecue meats and chicken. The tri-tip is my favorite. I've also learned that their salads are quite large and tasty and you pick the ingredients.

Love this place - go several times whenever we're in Napa. I always get the chuck burger which I love & they know how to cook sweet potato fries! Nice size entrees, salads are huge & BBQ is good. The staff is wonderful - especially Jennifer. They always are friendly, remember that we live part-time in Hawaii, and are attentive during the meal. My mother actually had her restaurant House of Sandwiches at this location 40+ years ago.

I had the grilled cheese sandwich and my husband had the pulled pork sandwich. We both enjoyed our food. It is a cute little place with good, friendly service.

This place is nice and cozy. Just off the main path of Lincoln , it's great for lunch The food is tasty and a good amount . I don't go out often for BBQ but wish that there were more places like these in Napa Locals and visitors stop by... I'm one of those locals now!

Awesome BBQ and salads. Their BBQ sauce that they serve & sell is the best. Originally from Texas and their BBQ is legit

A smallish, quaint restaurant with great food and friendly service. We had a pork sandwich with their bbq sauce and baked beans and a brisket sandwich with au jus and coleslaw salad. We also ordered a large order of their curly fries and large it was. I was impressed with how the hot foods were served piping hot like they should be. The food was delicious and portions were so generous that we had to turn down their desserts (brownies and their ice cream sundae. We would return again to enjoy another delicious meal.

Popular fish and chips, so good! When I called for takeout the waitress says ok you want the small or large order? I asked how many pieces in the small and waitress replies small has 3 pretty big pieces. I said ok I'll go with the small. She did not lie the pieces are big. Very filling and yummy! Highly recommend!

Came here after wine tasting in Napa. We were looking for a BBQ place and found this on yelp! It's a hidden gem in the Napa area. It's tiny and nothing fancy inside either. They have a bar and about 8 tables. We came here on Monday afternoon and it wasn't busy at all. Seated immediately and ordered the 3 meat BBQ - I picked - brisket, chicken and ribs -$22. Very juicy and delicious. Came with spicy bbq sauce on the side. Also ordered garlic fries - very garlicky - just how I like it and their soup of the day was vegetables and tri tip soup!! Very flavorful and hearty! Definitely hit the spot! My husband ordered the regular burger with mushrooms and jack cheese. He enjoyed it! The only thing I didn't like is that the bathroom is located outside by the small parking lot. The food and service made up for it! Would definitely come back if we are in the Napa area.

It was fantastic! Great portions to price point Great service It's decors are unique, cute and homey I'm glad I yelp for this place