“ The ambiance was good, but a bit loud for me. It was too cold to sit outside without heaters. The food was very tasty: croque madam, lemon ricotta pancake. The pricing is a bit high for the neighborhood. $24 for a burger and homemade chips! Service was awesome, very attentive. Will return, just for special occasions. ”

“ Delicious food, great service, a cozy patio. A perfect way to spend a weekend afternoon! Short Rib hash, Avocado Toast and Mac & Cheese were all super flavorful. ”

“ Not bad! A little pricy. Wish the prices reflected the portions a bit more. The food was tasty, though, and very fresh. The cocktail I ordered was delightful and we enjoyed our experience. Worth a try, especially in Vacaville where nice options that aren't chains are hard to come by. ”

“ The atmosphere was cozy and festive during my holiday lunch with dad. He and his wife ordered the portobello mushroom burgers and they were tough in the middle so that was a bit disappointing. My risotto with salmon was delicious but a little too heavy on the butter. The cranberry cheesecake was a sweet birthday treat, compliments of the staff. Would definitely come back and try other dishes. ”

“ Really nice food! Our party of 5 enjoyed a leisurely lunch in this restaurant on the square. There were appetizers (brussels were YUM, polenta was YUM) and entrees. The burger, fried chicken sandwich, beef, risotto dishes were all enjoyed. It's a lovely place to dine on good food! ”

“ We celebrated a birthday on Friday night, and it was absolutely perfect! The staff went above and beyond, allowing us to bring in flowers, balloons, and table decorations ahead of time to make the evening extra special. The service was outstanding--our server was incredibly accommodating, even with dietary restrictions and vegan options for our group. We brought our own cakes and wine, and the fees were very reasonable ($20 for cake cutting and $30 for corkage). The food was fantastic! The vegan entrée was delicious and satisfying, and for the carnivores in our group, the lamb sliders, sea bass, and duck were all beautifully plated and full of flavor. Everyone raved about their meals. It was the perfect spot for a girls' night out and birthday celebration. If you visit, don't miss pairing their dessert with the espresso martini--it's a must-try! We'll definitely be back! ”

“ This is the 1st "foodie" worthy restaurant that popped up in Vacaville back when it was in a strip mall. Love the downtown location now and each time I've been there I've loved it for brunch, lunch and dinner. ”

“ Ate outside with a dog - staff were very friendly and brought water for my dog. It is a very cute space with pretty flowers and trees. I had the short rib hash and it was delicious. The meat was cooked to perfection and the cilantro cream complimented the meal well. ”

“ Backdoor Bistro is excellent! Our group was looking for a great after work spot to kick up our shoes, relax, and chat...Backdoor in VV is it! Great location in the VV plaza and situated among other energetic restaurants. We ordered some fantastic starters and classic burgers. My fave was the crispy brussel sprouts and polenta fries! The bosses loved their focaccia bread w/ olive oil/garlic/burrata dip, along w/ their burgers, cooked to medium w/ all the ace fixings, cheese, and home made chips! The kid raved about her Mac and cheese and decadent choc cake. Service was outstanding! I wished I got her name, but she assisted our table while tending to 4 other larger parties. She was very friendly and helpful and engaging! The young man delivering the orders and the sweet young lady filling our waters were all truly wonderful working as a team and giving exceptional service. Can't wait to come back w/ friends at this impressive bistro! ”