The Spinster Sisters

Highly recommend dining in the garden! Beautiful experience and delicious food. Staff was wonderful.

Been here 9 times over the years. It is a gem. On all fronts. Worth the trip if you are not local. If you are local you are lucky to have a restaurant that changes it's delicious menu based on conditions, like what is in season from local farms. The menu is never boring. The chefs and service staff are exceptional.

Great little place to meet with friends and family. Very interesting menu, so I went with the special and pairing of the day, was very pleased. If it’s not dark outside go for a walk on the nearby river trail, trail gets very dark so best during daylight

Spencer Sisters feels like a place you stumble upon and then immediately want to tell everyone about — or keep secret just a little longer. Tucked away but buzzing with energy, this bistro brings a confident spin to American fare, with a raw bar that rivals the coast and a pastry program that deserves its own spotlight. Let’s start where any visit should: the oysters. Always impeccably fresh, served ice-cold with thoughtful accompaniments that let the brininess shine. Whether you're a purist with lemon or a mignonette devotee, there’s no wrong way to start your meal here. From there, the menu leans classic but never boring — think beautifully seared fish, well-sourced meats, and seasonal vegetables treated with care. Every dish feels grounded in American tradition but with just enough finesse to keep it interesting. It’s familiar food, elevated. The wine list is another highlight. Smartly curated, it walks the line between comfort and discovery — you'll find respected domestic producers alongside intriguing international picks. Whether you’re pairing with oysters or a rich entrée, there’s always a bottle (or glass) that feels just right. And then there’s the pastry — truly next-level. Whether it's a buttery tart, a delicate layered cake, or a warm, seasonal dessert with a modern twist, the sweets here are far more than an afterthought. You’ll regret skipping dessert — trust us. Spencer Sisters is the kind of place that does the small things right, and that adds up to something special. Warm service, a sense of place, and a menu that hits all the right notes — from sea to pastry case. It’s a bistro with backbone and charm.

Been wanting to go here for a long time. I'm not a local, I live in So Cal, but I come to SR for biz a few times a year and this turned out to be a bucket list visit as I can't believe my mouth! I have to keep the review PG, but man the food is great. Very inventive. Love that the menu is ever changing and burger Wednesday tonight was next level inventive! I had a foodgasim while eating this burger! When in Santa Rosa, go big or go home but make haste and make your way to the Spinster Sisters. If you're a foodie but not pretentious, this is your jam. The decor, vibe, service is all very welcoming and again, for the incredible food they make, they are not pretentious! Prepare yourself and come hungry!

Wow! First off the staff here are amazing, they were always on top of things and very friendly. The food is great with sharable small plates and a broad menu and they switch it up regularly too. We ate outdoors and it was a very nice experience, it was well shaded when sunny and they had heaters for when it got brisk. Everything we ordered was tasty and fresh and they had some great wines available. Having the sommelier come and suggest pairings that definitely made the meal! We will be back

Amazing restaurant with absolutely amazing food, service and atmosphere. Shared pickled vegetables which were crisp and super fresh, pear salad with roasted fig balsamic vinaigrette and the most delectable blue cheese ever! And the pan seared halibut served over ratatouille. Absolutely mouth watering. For dessert, we had the chocolate bread pudding with vanilla ice cream. Worth every bite!!!. Our server made this an exceptional and memorable experience. Do not miss the opportunity to go here! I will definitely be back next time I am visiting Napa.

I have been wanting to come here for a while, and the food was pretty good. I absolutely love the vibe of this place, and the spinster fries are to die for!!! The reason I am doing 4 stars though is because of the price and quantity ratio. Their steak, which was fine/good, was flat iron, which I don’t believe is the best cut of steak and for $45 you barely get any! But the sauce with it is so good. Everything we tried we enjoyed, but it is hard to say we would come back because of how pricey it was. I also loved that they had a Juneteenth celebration, The Spinster Sisters is obviously community oriented, and I do think they have a great thing going on, but again just too pricey, and there are other places I would rather go for the price. Maybe if there are special/local ingredients they could highlight that more to make it more worth it? Just my suggestion!