Putah Creek Cafe is a staple in downtown Winters. Winters is a cute little town just north of Vacaville off I-505. The town has that small town feel and charm. Let me start by saying we have dined multiple times at Putah Creek Cafe and are fans of their food. For me this experience was a miss. The long wait, the flies all over the restaurant, and the delay in ordering food. It seems like they are short staffed and riding on a reputation from days past. I am a huge fan of local, small businesses, I am hoping that these guys work hard to live up to their awesome reviews of days past... read more

My experience here has been nothing short of amazing. I came by Winters and decided to stop by Putah Creek Cafe, I ordered the country fried steak and it is one of the best country fried steaks I've ever had. Rachel is amazing! She is very knowledgeable of the menu & made my experience very welcoming. I would definitely recommend!! read more

Putah Creek Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winters, California

Great breakfast and lunch spot in the downtown of Winter's. Stopped by today and we ordered the burger and Cobb salad. Both amazing. My list visit I got the farmers market and the tri tip French dip sandwich was delicious! Friendly staff, home feel with a pleasant outdoor seating or indoor diner vibe. Highly recommend. read more

A cute local cafe restaurant located on the corner with patio seating. There is a bakery counter upon entering as well. For lunch, we started off the bacon bloody Mary's and they were tasty without being too strong. The Davis Farmers Market is a great French onion dip sandwich. I would have liked if the meat was sliced a little thinner but the au jus was warm and I kept going back for more. The fries were thin and crispy without being too hard. The Cafe burger with cheddar was also pretty good. The patty was pretty thick but cooked to a nice medium. We also got a salad that contained apples and beets. It is rather large but all the veggies and fruit were very fresh and crisp. We got 2 cookies from the counter but they were quite hard and dry. Overall, Putah Creek Cafe is a decent corner cafe with tasty eats. read more

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Great service, great food, great location! We will be back! Everything that was on special we ordered. And then we also got what we like and everyone shared. It was so delicious. We even ordered dessert. read more

Lovely little cafe with great breakfast/brunch and great service. Lots of options for my carnivore husband and vegetarian self.

Enjoyed a lovely outdoor brunch, and it was just what my weekend needed. The combination of fresh air, natural light, and the chill atmosphere made it feel like a mini getaway. The food totally hit the spot -- especially the seasonal salad (I didn't catch the name), but it had fresh summer fruits, creamy burrata, and perfectly toasted bread. So simple, yet so good. Service was relaxed but attentive, which added to the overall vibe. Definitely bookmarking this place for future brunches -- it's going on the regular rotation read more

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If you're ever passing through or staying in Winters, this is the classic cafe you're looking for:) Both indoor & outdoor seating, friendly service and just overall great vibes. Whether it's breakfast, lunch or dinner, I feel like you can never go wrong here. I mean the burger is always a solid choice. Live a little add their crispy bacon to it. The nice juicy patty was cooked to perfection and I especially enjoyed the bun it came on. Not one of those soggy $1 buns you get at other cafes. The bun was nice and thick and toasted just right. I had a sweet tooth and loved their waffle draped in powder sugar and strawberries. Again, I was living on the edge and topped the waffle w/ ice cream. Yuuuuum The service was exquisite and I felt like I'd been coming here for years! read more

Putah Creek Cafe - Waffle w/ ice cream - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winters, California

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Service ok. Food disappointing. Quality of food really deteriorated. Too bad. Used to be a treat to eat at.

We came here for the harvest festival weekend. Considering it was a busy weekend we only had to wait for less than 15 minutes before we were seated. Sign-up sheet is on the countertop. The food was great and delicious but the service was a little bit rushed. This is a first come first serve venue and the server may want to have a quick turnaround. I loved that they decorated for the season. There were pumpkins all over the place. It was cozy and has a farm like atmosphere. We will be back for sure. read more

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Today we had experienced great service from Olivia R. She was very helpful in giving us food suggestions when asked. We all enjoyed our meal. Olivia seems to really enjoy what she does and this gives Putah Creek Cafe a very friendly feel. We will be back! Thank you Olivia and Putah Creek Cafe read more

Putah Creek Cafe has been a staple in this town for generations. Classic diner vibe. Friendly people. Delicious diner fare. And they have a bakery read more

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Stumbled upon this cute cafe on the way home from the Cache Creek casino. It is about 20 minutes away from the resort, and a new go to spot for brunch or lunch when we are in the area. It was pretty busy for a Friday morning but we were seated quickly at a table on the patio outside. The service was really great and quick, we were surprised at how fast our food came out after we ordered! I had the chicken and waffles as well as a glass of OJ and both were really delicious. Definitely excited to come back and try something new! This is much better breakfast than what the casino has to offer! read more

Everything is made with love and fresh ingredients. I often eat here and enjoy all of the meals! Highly recommend!

We came into town for a wedding, and found this place! The food was amazing, we did not wait too long for a table and the service was great! read more

Putah Creek Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winters, California

LOVE This cafe is amazing and the food is expertly prepared and so delicious with some unexpected combinations. Probably the best beef stroganoff I have had. I don't like seafood or spicy much, but the Fried shrimp with Hot Honey was perfection!! Our waitress was so patient and kind and the restaurant has a small town feel with big city tastes!! read more

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Wife and I stopped in here the other day. We had planned on going to the Buckhorn Steakhouse but they did not open for another 45 minutes. Walked across the street To the cafe. We could not have been more pleaded with our choice. I ordered a Cali burger and wife had a salad The burger and fries were very generous portions. The burger was loaded with avocado, smoked bacon, cheese and an 8 oz brisket patty. The bacon slices were long and thick and full of flavor. I asked for medium rare and that is exactly the way it came. Cooked perfectly with a big pile of hot and tasty french fries. The wifes salad was large and had ample portions of chicken, and a variety of greens. The server was friendly and attentive, kept the drinking glasses full. Manager stopped by the table and also asked if we needed anything. The interior is roomy and casual, with many paintings on the walls depicting the local area. We were told that the Buckhorn Steakhouse and Putah Creek cafe are run as one business, The premium beef I got is the same as the Steakhouse uses. I am a skilled chef, and it takes a really good meal at a restaurant to impress me. This place hit all the numbers. -One more thing...the bathrooms are squeaky clean and nicely decorated. The is a "must try" kind of place. Thank you! read more

Winters never disappoints! We haven't been at the Putah Creek Cafe in a while and a really great place seems even better. The menu is an outstanding collection of classic American diner meals. I ordered the Davis Market Sandwich, a grilled tip tip French dip sandwich that was next level delicious, with fries. My wife had the Cafe Burger with a side salad. Everything was outstanding and if I could give the place 8 stars, I would. The fries are great and the side salad was huge and really good. The service was outstanding. Jennifer was our waitress and if felt like we were in the care of a longtime friend. The breakfast menu looks incredible and we're definitely coming back here for a weekend brunch. We also saw some pizzas going out of the kitchen and they looked incredible -- they were big, everything was fresh and they were hitting the dining room as if from a Michelin Star pizzeria (not sure if they have those!). Everything about this lunch was perfect and we cannot wait to go back. read more

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Putah Creek Cafe is in institution in Winters, and a local favorite. We came on a Sunday, and it was packed with a 20-30 minute wait. There were a lot of diner type items on the menu, but I've heard good things about their pizza, so I decided to give that a try. It was great! I tried the vegetarian pizza and it had great sauce and veggies, and the pizza was cooked perfectly. My daughter got the Greek chicken salad and some fries and she enjoyed those as well. It is a cute little spot and worth stopping in when you're in town. read more

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Amazing food. Our first time here and I wanted to try everything, but I ended up getting the Davis Market. So so good. The meat was thinly sliced to make it so easy to eat, the dip sauce was perfect and not salty. The breat was crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. The service was great. The ambiance was very pleasant and the decor was tastefully done. Can't wait to go back when we move to Winters this Spring read more

Perfect setting for Sunday breakfast! Our server was friendly and attentive. Food was delicious! We tried their mimosa flight and I was very happy with their choice of brut. Carnitas huevos, Em's country fried steak, & lemon poppy pancakes. All 10/10! read more

Putah Creek Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winters, California

Breakfast, lunch and dinner have all been delightful! My favorite is the chicken fried steak and margaritas. Staff are friendly as well!

Great food. Amazing service and nice atmosphere. Highly recommended. She even threw in some cookies for our kids.

An adorable neighborhood spot that's hustling and bustling for Sunday brunch. Unfortunately, some of folks weren't very friendly. While some of the other dishes looked good, the one I ordered was mediocre at best. The quality of the eggs was subpar and the pancakes should have been cooked a bit more. read more

Putah Creek Cafe - The Griddle -- two eggs, pancakes, and bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winters, California

Great spot for a rainy day. I don't need to add my 2 cents to a lot of great reviews, but I wanted to share my lunch, the Asian Chicken salad. I understand that it is seasonal, but I LOVED it!! So many times the dressing overwhelms, the chicken is dry and the balance is off, but this one was perfect for me. Small but plentiful tender bites of chicken, an perfectly balanced orange flavored dressing crispy wontons -just great! read more

Putah Creek Cafe - Asian Chicken salad 2/26. So, so good! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winters, California

Loved the ambience of this place...what a cute town as well! Food was great, they serve breakfast til late morning/ early afternoon. Large portions with friendly service. They are pretty busy, especially on the weekends, but the folks that work there are very efficient and know what they are doing. You cannot go wrong with a meal at Putah Creek Cafe! We will definitely stop here next time we are in the area :) read more

Solid, affordable, and tasty home cooked food! Sat down for dinner around 6:30 on a Tuesday evening. Parking wasn't incredibly easy to find right out front. The restaurant wasn't busy inside at all. We were seated right away. It took a bit to be greeted by a server. We ordered: the barbecue burger, the Cali burger, and the fried chicken sandwich. All were so delicious and MASSIVE. You 100% get your money's worth here. We were too stuffed for dessert, but my aunt got a brownie to go. We were there near closing and many of the dessert options were sold out, so get there early if you want something particular! read more

Putah Creek Cafe - Fried Chicken Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winters, California

I'm from out of state and visited Putah Creek Cafe after hearing great things about it from many locals. Locals and out of town dinners all seemed to love it. I had an EXCELLENT brunch/lunch! I drank iced tea, ate a California omelet with salad, shared pancakes with a friend and brought cinnamon roll and carrot cake home for later. They also had gluten-are toast. Clean, cute and comfortable environment (I sat in a booth). The service was attentive without being overly intrusive. Price was fair. I highly recommend and hope to return. read more

Came in early Sunday afternoon, right around 1:30p. Happy we came in when we did, not 10 mins later there was a long line. Great, helpful and pleasant staff. Very bright, open feel to the seating area. Very busy, food came in a decent time. No complaints, nice portions, nice prices. Parking wasn't too bad, but I can see it being a bit difficult during the peak times for Sunday brunch. Food: Could've been the hike, but their fresh grapefruit juice hit a spot I didn't know I had. I had the 2 egg breakfast, with a side pancake. Everything was fine, pancake was to my liking. Friends all enjoyed their dishes. I encourage giving them a try, I will return to try more of their sweets :) read more

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This was "just a stop" on our way south from Oregon. It turned out to be so much more - the atmosphere, the space itself, super nice staff, and the great food! And, judging by the crowd, quite popular. If you're traveling south down 505 and get hungry as you approach Winters, veer off and visit this place! read more

First visit! It was my son's 13th birthday and he requested country fried steak so we searched for the place with the best and we certainly found it! I had the chicken and waffles, didn't care for the siracha syrup but it was great with plain and i preferred my youngest daughters chicken strips over the chicken thigh it came with, my oldest daughter had a greek chicken salad which she said was delicious. We only had water to drink but even that tasted fresh and clean (not like tap water you get some places) We were greeted and seated promptly, our server Jennifer came up with a warm welcoming smile and got us started. The inside is cozy and clean. We will for sure come back! read more

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Great tasting country style breakfast with friendly waitresses Ashly was really nice to help with anything we needed. Great price too read more

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Had a lovely lunch with family. We tried breakfast and lunch options. Standout onion rings - amazing. Chicken and waffles was delicious. Salads are bountiful and well dressed. Service was friendly and well done. Overall great spot. And dog friendly. read more

good grub... People there are nice and the place is clean. They can be very busy sometimes, they'll pour you a Cup-O-Joe while you wait.... read more

We love the Putah Creek Café in Winters. We split our time between Sonoma and Colusa and this is our favorite midway restaurant stop. This morning I tried the Carnitas breakfast and oh my gosh it was amazing. The Carnitas were lean and plentiful atop perfectly fried corn tortillas with black beans and cheese and cilantro, in the most delightful roasted salsa. My husband had perfect French toast with bacon cooked to perfection and crispy. Just like he likes it. The coffee and tea and pastries are always lovely. We can't get away without taking cookies home to the kids. Every dinner, lunch, or breakfast we've had has been fabulous. Highly recommended! Really fresh ingredients and kind staff - plus the ambience is very casual and relaxing. We love it here! 5-stars read more

Putah Creek Cafe - The Carnitas were bomb, as was the French toast with crispy bacon and eggs cooked to perfection - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winters, California

I ordered take out today (a veggie pizza and a BLT). Both dishes were awesome. My sister loved the pizza and my BLT was jam-packed with some of the most delicious bacon I've ever had in a BLT. The tomato was great for an out of season tomato and the bread was fresh and toasted perfectly. Well done! , also the food was done right on time even though the restaurant was very busy. Kudos! read more

Ambiance nice. Just ate there and pretty disappointed after hearing it was good. Breakfast looked good however chicken fried steak was dry and tough. Potatoes not cooked all the way. read more

Putah Creek Cafe - Chicken fried steak - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winters, California

Great coffee, thick bacon, delightful atmosphere, superb service. If you're passing through, stop here!

Just the cutest little cafe in the cutest little town! Love coming down to Winters as a Davis local, and Putah Creek Cafe has quickly become a must for us every time we're in the area! Ambiance is great, food is delicious, and the service has been standard. Some of my friends have complained about the service in the past though. I will say it's also a tad on the pricier side (especially the appetizers). Got the Mushroom Swiss Burger today (~$17), solid but again a little overpriced. Will return nonetheless! Open breakfast, lunch, and dinner + baked goods all day long! read more

Putah Creek Cafe - Mushroom Burger - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winters, California

Cute little small town cafe. Seating indoors and outdoors, perfect for this upcoming fall cool down. Staff was very attentive and friendly, always made sure to come by and check on us and refill our waters. Cali burger was amazing. Their fries were also amazing, the perfect amount of crunch to it! Corn pie was interesting, I was thinking it was going to be more of a pot pie version but it was like a large slice of cornbread. It was okay but nothing amazing for me, more on the drier side. Their pastries however are another story. The portion sizing for the price was great. The cookies are a must! read more

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