The line for burgers and fries at Gott’s Roadside (formerly Taylor’s Refresher and don’t you forget it) in St. Helena can be ridiculous in the afternoon, but if you go in the morning, you’ll have your choice of picnic tables—either in front where you can watch the morning traffic funnel into town or on the grassy lawn out back. From the simple egg and cheese to a fried chicken mess nicknamed the Paula Deen, Gott’s may have the best egg sandwich in the Valley (although, granted, there isn’t a lot of competition). Plus, a Trumer Pilsner makes a great breakfast beer.
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Egg Sandwich at Gott's Roadside
The line for burgers and fries at Gott’s Roadside (formerly Taylor’s Refresher and don’t you forget it) in St. Helena can be ridiculous in the afternoon, but if you go in the morning, you’ll have your choice of picnic tables—either in front where you can watch the morning traffic funnel into town or on the grassy lawn out back. From the simple egg and cheese to a fried chicken mess nicknamed the Paula Deen, Gott’s may have the best egg sandwich in the Valley (although, granted, there isn’t a lot of competition). Plus, a Trumer Pilsner makes a great breakfast beer.
Gotta get a Gotts's Roadside while in Napa
One of the best burgers around. If you are spending any amount of time in the wine country you need to head to Gott’s Roadside in Napa for gourmet burgers, fries, and shakes.
American Diner Meets California Sophistication
It was a rainy, gloomy summer day, and we had just spent the morning escaping the drizzle inside the Ferry Building. With my two small kids starting to get hungry for lunch, I hoped Gott’s Roadside would prove a good option. After all, the restaurant’s three locations (one here and two in Napa Valley) are known for tasty diner-style food, something kids usually go for. Gott’s was a surprise for all of us. The menu is a mix of great takes on classic diner food, like a perfect open-faced tuna melt on sourdough rounds made with fresh ahi tuna, and California favorites, like fish tacos (excellent!). We all loved the sweet potato fries. The ingredients are fresh and local, and the meat comes from regional farms that use all vegetarian feed and don’t use hormones or antibiotics. As if this yummy food wasn’t enough, Gott’s serves nice local wines, California beers, and more diner staples like shakes and ice cream. They also serve breakfast. Gott’s Roadside is a family-friendly place with plenty of delicious options to keep us traveling parents happy.
Roadside Diner, Napa-Style
Gott’s is your standard roadside diner, except your burgers can be accompanied by Sauvignon Blanc and a blueberry milkshake. Ahi tuna might appear in that bun. Fries and onion rings are highly recommended, as are the fish tacos. Plenty of outdoor seating.
