TLDR: Best BBQ in Napa, hands down. Brisket and burnt ends…read moreare killer, mac n cheese surprised me, the owners are absolute gems, and the space is gorgeous. Cornbread and sauces missed the mark for me, but the meat more than made up for it. Definitely going back! The full story: Finally! A BBQ joint that knows how to season meat! Stateline Road Smokehouse in Napa is the spot. We rolled in on Mother's Day and got hit with a line almost out the door -- always a good sign! Turned out the wait wasn't bad though, because they've got a slick assembly line going. I watched the girl slicing my brisket right next to the order-taker, then just followed my tray as it moved down the line. The space is gorgeous -- big, bright, and airy, with clear garage doors and windows across the front and a domed ceiling overhead. We ordered the brisket, burnt ends, BBQ chicken, mac n cheese, and hot water cornbread. Plates come with their house-made pickles, onions, and peppers. They even have stuff for non-carnivores -- the Cherry Wood-smoked Maitake & Greens (maitake mushrooms, lettuce, heirloom rice, marinated garbanzo beans, lemon vinaigrette) and the 18th & Vine Grain Bowl (barley, quinoa, sweet potato, arugula, parsnip, saffron egg, pickled onion, burnt orange vinaigrette) both looked fantastic. Maybe I'll grab one next time -- right next to a pile of brisket! On the drink side they've got wines by the glass, boozy slushies, draft beer, and batch cocktails. We stuck with water this round. Prices were a notch above what I'm used to in Sacramento, but for Napa they felt totally fair -- especially since this is probably the best BBQ around. The brisket was a steal at $19 for a half pound. The chicken at the same price for a half bird felt a bit steep, but I could be off on what's normal up there. The brisket was seasoned beautifully from the very first bite -- smoked to perfection, fall-apart tender. No knife needed. The burnt ends were my favorite of the whole spread. They had a splash of sauce on them but it wasn't needed -- those rubs hold their own. The BBQ chicken had a totally different vibe -- hard to describe, but it gave off Asian-influenced flavors. Solid on its own, but pairing it with the brisket and burnt ends was a misfire. The flavors just didn't play nice together. The mac n cheese was great. It wasn't baked, but it also wasn't mushy or overcooked like most places -- the noodles still had bite and the cheese was flavorful. Sadly, the cornbread was the weak link. A little dry, kinda bland, and not as thick as I like. About the size of a thin 6" pancake -- not really worth the price. The other miss for me was the BBQ sauces. Just not my thing flavor-wise. To be fair though, the owner built his whole business on those sauces and apparently ships them out by the pallet, so plenty of people clearly love them! It was awesome seeing Darryl Bell, the owner, back in the kitchen working his magic -- and get this, he's reportedly the first Black restaurateur in Napa since the 1800s! That made the warm welcome hit even harder. Even with the rush going on, he popped out to snap a picture with us and thank us for coming in. His business partner Jeremy was also working the floor, checking in on every table, and he stuck around to talk us up about Darryl's BBQ skills and how their partnership came together. Then during a lull, Darryl came back out and gave us the whole tour -- the cultural and historical design choices throughout the space (the building used to be a Quonset hut, which explains that cool domed ceiling) plus the murals on the back patio. Dinner AND a show! Wishing these guys all the best. Can't wait to get back and work through more of the menu.

Everything we ordered was incredibly dry. It appeared that it had been left on the grill for an…read moreextended period, resulting in a dark, charred, and parched texture. The cornbread was a complete disappointment. The hamachi, however, was a refreshing exception, as it seemed freshly grilled. The moment I pierced the ribs with my knife, I knew they were dry. Despite my hunger from the wine tasting, the experience was so disappointing that we had to rush to another establishment to relieve my disappointment. On a positive note, the servers were incredibly friendly and warm.

Come here for their korean fried chicken because it slaps! We ordered the half&half with the soy…read moregarlic and the honey butter chicken and hot damn, it was bomb af! Crunchy, saucy and juicy chicken. All are boneless, too. Comes with a side of daikon and shredded cabbage for dat fiber tho. My boo and I tried their galbi jjim with cheese. It came out in a fancy stone pot. It was loaded with pumpkin, carrots, rice cakes, glass noodles and their beef short ribs. The beef was tender and the veggies and rice cakes were tasty in the savory sweet sauce. We ordered a side of corn with cheese torched on top. It was pretty filling for 2 people. We had leftovers so the waitress took it to the back and had it sealed in a box for us to take. Their bbq chicken was surprisingly good! My SIL really liked it! The chicken wasn't dry and it was nicely seasoned and had a bit of char from their sizzling stone plate and tasted great with their rice and banchan side dishes. I like their kimchi, broccoli, macaroni and bean sprout sides. You can get them replenished, too! My mom tried their bulgogi bibimbap and she didn't have any complaints. My bro tried their brisket seolleongtang soup and he seemed to enjoy it because he finished the whole bowl without sharing. My lil' (under 2yo) nephew approved of anything that landed on his plate. Maru is located in a shopping plaza and tucked in the corner near Raley's. The restaurant is small, but modern. It's definitely not a place you would expect in Fairfield. Both times that I've come here we didn't have an issue with waiting for a table despite it being a small shop. You can order from a waiter, or you can order from their tablet screen at the table. Overall, good korean food for a reasonable price. Service was quick and the vibes were right. They were playing some kpop music! I'd definitely come back to get more fried chicken and try their soft tofu stew. Check them out if you're in the area. They should have Badtz Maru as their mascot lol

Visited once before, I went again with friends on 4/11/26!…read more Service is quick and attentive-- we got seated quickly and were constantly checked on for water or banchan refills ! Their side dishes are pretty refreshing to eat between meals for a palette cleanse. We ordered bossam, a combo soft tofu soup, and soy garlic fried chicken to share! (Grilled mackerel was only eaten by my friend lol) Bossam -- holy moly SO GOOD. Slices are a little thin imo but I don't mind layering two pieces together to make a pretty solid wrap with the radish wraps and sauce they give you. The braised pork belly is pretty flavorful and well cooked itself and the complimentary sides, like kimchi and radish kimchi, added to it-- Wow. Definitely try this dish. Combo Soft Tofu Soup -- not a big fan of the spam added, but otherwise great flavor and comforting on a rainy day. I like dipping the rice (also complimentary with your meal!) into the soup-- not much to say other than it being pretty good. Soy Garlic Chicken -- Do keep in mind, these are more like nuggets than it is drumsticks or wings, but still really juicy and so crispy!! The soy garlic flavoring, wow, is perfect and I really enjoy the diced radish and dressed salad on the side. Quite a lot in portion, so quality and quantity are great! It was relatively empty when we arrived which was around a couple minutes after opening, but quickly filled up with patrons. It's pretty casual and cozy inside and I like how quick the check is given to you after the end of your meal so you don't have to worry about flagging down a server. They're really attentive ! This is such a hidden gem, I lowk would gate keep this restaurant but... they deserve recognition and business for their great food and service! ^o^ Definitely stop by here if you're craving Korean cuisine in Fairfield.

I went here expecting a succulent bbq meal. Unfortunately, this place is a home. The website is a…read moreFacebook page where it's just AI photos of two dudes and meat. Tried calling the number and it doesn't work. Way to get my hopes up.

The amount of food you get for the price is amazing. The BBQ was perfectly cooked and the sides…read morewere delicious. Also the Hot Links had a decent kick to them. Brisket just fell apart on the fork. The line for service was not too long but service was excellent. It was a Friday night pop up at a local MC shop. LD CYCLE.

Was looking for a place to eat with reservations, food to fit multiple peoples palettes, and good…read moredrinks. This is the place! Great drink options including red wines, white wines, cocktails, mocktails, and nonalcoholic drinks. The service was awesome, they were able to seat us 30 minutes prior to our reservation when we showed up early. I ordered the bbq bowl with brisket and cornbread on the side. Don't walk away without the cornbread! Fun vibe, the wine wall and decorations make for a fun look. Highly recommend!

Came here for a post tasting adventure and there was a ton of variety in the options!…read more Good Staff was nice even when we were a rowdier party There was a party ambiance here and it was nice to hang out for an hour ish as we sobered up here The prices were reasonable not too expensive Really pretty location near the water Bad - more loud inside and more casual overall for a Napa restaurant Overall enjoyed coming here for the friendly vibes and it was a great break for us after a long day in Napa

FOOD WAS F'ING delicious!! Maybe that's why the place was packed!!…read more Service was great from hostesses to the dude that took you to the table....while grabbing fresh hot rolls off the counter....to the waiter & the server & the Mgr that did the "everything goin' ok" check in!! Maybe that's why the place was packed!!! Love the on-line "get in line" service that is available & helpful. This helps ..because the place was packed!!!! Oh.....also, they give you lotsa butter. Maybe that's why the place was packed!!!

We have been going to this restaurant for many years so we understand the nuances of a high volumee…read morerestaurant. This visit was probably our last. We ordered cocktails, appetizer, salads and 2 large Prime Rib Entrees. Essentially everything arrived at the same time! We were seated at a 2 top that has very little room to start witn. We sent the entrees back so we could enjoy our cocktails, salads and appetizer. After a short while they attempted to deliver our entrees again. Once again we sent them back. The server then said to let them know when we were ready. We said ok and they delivered the warmed over,Au jus spilled plates. The Prime Ribs had a large amount of grizzle, the broccoli was not cooked and the baked potato was cold All in all a very disappointing venture.

Food is maintained with great flavor and quality. Food place has expanded its space. Clean…read more Friendly service.

Haven't been here in a while. Stopped by to order some food for the amazing nurses on base. Ordered…read moreBicol express, sisig and kare-kare. Also ordered a couple trays for an upcoming event. They were so delicious. It takes me back to my childhood memories in my home country. Agnes took my order. She was friendly, helpful and so patient with me. I love that they make you feel at home. She's from Pampanga, the Philippines' culinary capital known for flavorful and yummy dishes. Place is small but perfect for take outs and catering. There are some grocery items also available. I highly recommend them.

Brisket is tender and full of flavor. Baked beens and cole slaw is smackin'. I found my new bbq…read morespot...

Ordering is super simple, we ordered online, arrived during the estimated window it would be done…read more The interior has a good sized seating area, but it seems like a lot of people just pick up to go. We were in and out pretty quickly. The food was really really good, brisket was the perfect tenderness, pulled pork was great, sides complimented the meats well. The bbq sauce was probably the best I've tasted, I'm normally not a fan of bbq sauce either. The mac and cheese was my favorite side by far. The spread of food was amazing, felt like it was priced on the higher end but didn't mind due to the food being so good and meat was cooked to perfection. Highly recommend, will be back forsure!

Service: love how Jackie is responsive and arrived in time! They thought of everything- butter,…read moresyrup and serving utensils. Ambiance- the containers were labeled, and easy to identify Food- no you don't need to grab the salt and pepper- they seasoned everything well. Amazing! I was skeptical at first with the eggs.. after the first bite, it was soft and pillowy ... I believe they use REAL FRESHLY Cracked eggs! It doesn't have the plastic texture you would get from a cartoon egg. I prefer my potatoes a little bitty- but theirs were on the soft side. The flavor is on point! The fruit was so pretty and fresh. Definitely yes! Book them in your next event.

Jackie and her mother were very punctual and arrived with delicious food. They were very kind and…read morepolite and set up the food in the assigned spots very quickly. We had asked them for a keep-warm set up and the burner set up worked great! The food was hot/warm for hours! The food itself was amazing. We had ordered the veggie and bacon burritos, along with country potatoes and scrambled eggs and cheese. Literally every item was delicious and full of flavor. The burritos were super well made and easy to eat even one handed. They were full-sized burritos, which surprised me because of how reasonably they were priced! Eggs were nicely cooked and cheesy. The potatoes were delicious and nicely spiced. Excellent service, polite and nice caterers, punctual, and delicious food. What more can you want? Definitely recommend!

존나 개맛있어! If you like…read moreKorean food for a reasonable price this is the place to go. I got the galbi dolsot bibimbap (갈비돌솥비빔밥) and was impressed. They give you lots of banchan as well. As someone who has lived in Korea and NYC, Koreana did not disappoint.

My parents wanted Korean for lunch and specifically fried fish. I looked at the different Korean…read morerestaurants in Fairfield and Koreana was one that had fried fish on it. We opted for the pan fried flat fish which we really enjoyed! This is definitely more of a traditional Korean restaurant with staff and the environment. Right outside of Travis Air Force Base. If people we're stationed in Korea, this definitely is a little piece of Korea close to being on base. It was busy for a Sunday, when we got there service was a bit slow but others got their food fast. We got the Galbi hot stone bibimbap and the seafood tofu soup. The meal was large enough for me and my parents and their Banchan was really good too! Parking is super easy and plenty in this small shopping plaza.

Southern Smokehouse BBQ does not only have a brick and mortar but also a food truck that recently…read morejoined The Gold Ridge Food Truck lineup. Every so often they'll park up next to the park and service a limited menu for those at the park. It just so happened that the day I visited the park with my daughter, SSBBQ was parked and ready to serve. They do accept cash, card, and Apple Pay which was a great thing to know because I rarely bring any currency when going to the park. The service was a bit slow since everyone on the truck was trying to organize themselves. To my understanding, all the meats have been cooked at their restaurant and the only thing cooked on the truck is the fries and chicken wings. I knocked off a star because I had ordered their rib dinner plate and was given their brisket plate which was a $3 difference. When I realized this I brought it up to their attention and ordered another rib dinner and chicken wings but was not given a discount in the difference for their mistake. Overall, the food was alright. It wasn't dry, nor under seasoned. Their potato salad was very tangy and seemed like they used a bit too much vinegar and the fries was lackluster. I would assume that it would be much more enjoyable if you ordered from their restaurant and ate it while it's hot but that's the caveat to ordering from food trucks. An

In the past, when they first opened, and after, I have gone SEVERAL times and they were never open…read moreat the listed times! I even told people about this "new" restaurant but they were disappointed that it was closed! Once, I found them actually open. The food portions were small. I went another time when they were supposed to be open, and they closed the restaurant & were loading up their food truck to go to a downtown fair! I do not trust that they will be open, if I decide to return. Maybe they have gotten it together by now.