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Bounty Hunter Wine Bar & Smokin' BBQ - Napa, Napa, CA

Bounty Hunter Wine Bar & Smokin' BBQ - Napa

4.7
4.7
135 Reviews
$31 to $50
Wine Bar
Located on First and Main in the heart of downtown Napa and housed in an historic 1880’s building, the Bounty Hunter Wine Bar & Smokin’ BBQ has been voted “Best Wine Bar in Napa Valley” for years running. The old-West themed Wine Bar features an incredible wine list, over 40 wines by the glass with tasting flights, artisan beers, and a full lunch and dinner menu created by Chef Mark Johnston. The Beef brisket, Pulled pork, and our signature Beer can chicken are the best in the West! The Wine Bar is open late on the weekends, which means you’ll have plenty of time to rub elbows with some of Napa’s local winemakers.

Of course, the main reason to come to Bounty Hunter is the wine. Wine connoisseurs will not be disappointed with the variety, as there are over 400 highly allocated wines adorning the shelves for retail purchase or to enjoy while dining with us. For those looking for something a little more stout, Bounty Hunter curates some of the best whiskeys in the world.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Barbecue, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (707) 226-3976
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mark Johnston
  • Catering
    Please call us!
  • Private party facilities
    Please call us!
  • Neighborhood
    Napa
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Prime Rib Friday

    $44.95 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Come try our Chef's special House Smoked Prime Rib with Garlic mash potatoes and a small Caesar salad! The best cut of smoked prime-rib in town!
  • Thirsty Thursday

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for Thirsty Thursdays! Specialty cocktails by our talented bartenders, and not to be out done chefs weekly food specials too!
    Thirsty Thursday Photo
  • Sazerac Cocktail Flight & Pairing Night

    $34.00 per person

    Oct 18, 2023 only
    Join us for a sneak peak of our new cocktail collaboration with the legendary Sazarac Co., the makers of Pappy Van Winkle and Buffalo Trace. We will be offering a special menu item that night, a flight of three of our new/up-and-coming cocktail creations alongside three, perfectly paired, culinary treats from Chef Mark Johnston. Learn the behind-the-scenes secrets from our friends at Sazarac themselves, as they will be here as well.

What 135 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Wine Country

    Good for groups

135 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall1food1service3ambience2
    Have loved this place over the years but unfortunately the chicken was dry and they store it instead of fresh making.

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  2. Golfers4ever

    San Francisco

    94 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    94 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Food was outstanding. Smoked meats were delicious and the cold slaw was dressed lightly so complemented the meats. We were offered a smoked, grilled artichoke served with aioli that was wonderful. The potato chips with a blue cheese sauce appetizer was very rich but a great idea. Service was exemplary from a friendly staff. Would go again.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome food, friendly staff, great atmosphere , looking forward to going back

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  4. BigJer

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant. The food was outstanding and the wine list was very extensive. Our server was very friendly and helpful, especially when it came to picking our wine for dinner. Grrat location right downtown, convenient to get to. Will definitely be back!

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  5. DavidB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bounty Hunter has become a ‘must’ stop while in the Napa area. Great food, delicious beer and wine selection. Our bbq sampler had the best ribs I have ever eaten! They were succulent and not dried out, and nearly fell off the bone. Just the right amount of smoke and add whatever sauce you choose ….highly recommend!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great BBQ. Better than most places in TX! Brisket melts in your mouth. Great chicken on the beer can as well. Very Reasonable price.

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  7. Hungry

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and sauces were wonderful to customize taste preferences.

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  8. VanessaR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Had a great time, the service was awesome, and it was a fun, energetic atmosphere, and I will definitely come back! The food was good as well, but the build your own bowl is over priced for the size, and the add ons are between $2-$4 dollars each. The Mac and cheese was amazing, and the pimento cheese so so damn good too! The brisket was over cooked and a little tough, but otherwise everything was great!

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  9. DJEats

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    This was a FANTASTIC late lunch. Great drinks (single malt flights) and good, fresh food. The service was a little slow but because it was packed.

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  10. Kenzie

    Seattle

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Always a must-visit anytime you're in Napa! We make sure to come here anytime we can

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  11. DavidP

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience2
    Service was very poor. I recommend you find another restaurant in Napa.

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  12. LauraW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went here on a recommendation and it was awesome!. We had reservations, as we were told to, and glad we did as the place is rather small and very popular. There were 4 of us and we choice to order the BBQ Sampler and add additional sides. This was perfect for us and a great way to sample things. We thought it was one of the best dinners we had in Napa. Several of us had different flights of wine and a flight of bourbon. Our server was fun and helped us make good selections. Would recommend this place!

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  13. SHO009

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We sat outside with our dog. The food was ok; we had the cheese board and ribs. I expected a little more favor on the ribs considering this place advertises as a BBQ place. Waitress was fun.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, staff and drinks! A true must eat at place.

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  15. TCZDiningTips

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My experience at Bounty Hunter was amazing. The staff was excellent. The food was extraordinary. I will return as soon as possible! Special shout out to Jennifer...

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bartender from yesterday lunch was great… good attitude very helpful easy to talk to….

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  17. johnf

    Seattle

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic dinner! Very busy even on a Monday, obviously well known for the quality of the bbq. Being a wine bar as well we had a hard to find Merlot and great service as well!, would highly recommend,

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  18. EmilyS

    Sacramento

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a great place to have an early lunch on a Sunday with friends. Food was excellent, we had the BBQ plater, Charcuterie plater and Ceasar Salad that we shared. Great amount of food and we loved it all. The decor and atmosphere was quiet and felt very homey and country. We are always looking for a great BBQ place and I think we found one. Unfortunately, we live in Lincoln, so a bit of a drive, but a fun day out . We will be back again and recommend to our friends. Thanks again!!!!!

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  19. Michael

    Austin

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Crowded for a Tuesday evening. BBQ, however was very good. Will go back.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Food was average drinks were pretty good, good enough for a one time visit

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Pulled pork was excellent and service was fantastic

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  22. FreddaO

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The service was excellent even when the restaurant was pretty packed. The food was good, the beer can chicken was a little salty but OK. This restaurant provides good food and service consistently.

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  23. BradP

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beer can chicken excellent, bbq bowl w brisket so good it didn’t need sauce.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had to stop here based solely on the smell. We were walking on the waterfront. I had the ribs and they were amazing. Love the chipotle bbq sauce. They should sell it, it was everyone’s favorite. If you are in Napa eat here!

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went here 11 years ago, went again last night as good if not better than the amazing first experience we had-absolutely first class

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  26. PhilG

    Pittsburgh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The ribs were amazing-cooked excellently, fall off the bone, but not overcooked. Service was great. Make a reservation! It was almost full when we arrived. The Pinot Noir paired nicely with the BBQ.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    Food was very good, but we (party of 3) were seated at a small round table for 2, which was way too small for the plentiful food.

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  28. JacobF

    Houston

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The pulled pork and mustard based sauce were great. The people were all friendly and very personable.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place

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  30. Couplesniteout

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Delicious food! Great wine list! Excellent cocktails.

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  31. RichardP

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on July 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great sandwiches and amazing wine list. The atmosphere is cool. We will return.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beer can chicken is a must. The Alabama sauce on top seals the deal.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always excellent food. Has never let us down. Yummy.

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  34. Luv2eat

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is delicious and the service is amazing. The people who work there are ver friendly! Love it!

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  35. Erin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience4
    Food was delicious and service was great but it felt very rushed to finish and leave so that someone else could be seated

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  36. Matt

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Food came out quickly, but noticed a large fridge by the bathroom with most of the food already precooked. Most likely reheated in the back. Quite pricey for the quantity provided.

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  37. kenf

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Bounty Hunter always delicious. The Reuben was awesome, a little smoke on the pastrami. Unlike any other Reuben. The beef can chicken stacker also 5. My wife had the shrimp Louie it was great as well. Service very fast but it is barbecue so mouthing really to cook/prepare. Salad was likely the longest. We had the killer cab flight it was okay for the price and they were out of the grigich cab which was one of the reasons we ordered. Cornbread muffins very good if you like them moist and corny, I do, the only thing that would improve these would be some chilis in the muffins. The only big miss was the beans that were and added cost side. They were really sweet and undercooked, not much interesting flavor. But avoid the beans and everything else will make you happy.

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  38. KeliW

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is so good! The Mac n cheese, coleslaw and potato chips are all wonderful....but the cornbread is the best!!! I always order the chicken stacker sandwich. The chicken is pulled and perfectly seasoned. The bun holds the filling perfectly to the last bite. If you like chicken sandwiches I believe this will be your new fave. The staff is also wonderful and they provide excellent service. Go see for yourself.

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  39. PaulS

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Much like our honeymoon 15 years ago, this place keeps serving up pertrct portions of amazing food with incredible service. Again, a decade and a half later, they are still absolutely amazing. Top notch. Do not miss. Come hungry, come prepared with a reservation, and be ready to have your socks blown off.

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  40. louisl

    Baltimore

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experinece bbq and service excellent! Lots of locals super friendly place

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Bounty Hunter Wine Bar & Smokin' BBQ - Napa using the Order Online button. Bounty Hunter Wine Bar & Smokin' BBQ - Napa also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (707) 226-3976.

Bounty Hunter Wine Bar & Smokin' BBQ - Napa is rated 4.7 stars by 135 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bounty Hunter Wine Bar & Smokin' BBQ - Napa

975 1St St, Napa, CA 94559

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Napa
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Barbecue, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mark Johnston
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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