BackDoor Bistro and Wine Bar -Food CA (Near Vacaville)

eleanor jones Nestled right on Washington Street in historic Sonora, Diamondback delivers big on both atmosphere and flavor—especially with dishes like the Southwest Grilled Chicken Sandwich (we couldn’t resist adding crispy applewood-smoked bacon) and the Braised Pork Tostada. Southwest Grilled Chicken Sandwich + Bacon The tender, marinated chicken breast arrives perfectly char-grilled, with just enough smoky char to complement the bright poblano-lime aioli. Piling on bacon was a stroke of genius: it adds salty crunch without overpowering the other elements. Each bite combines juicy chicken, melty cheese creating a “southwest fiesta” in your mouth. Braised Pork Tostada The house-braised pork falls apart at the touch of a fork, richly flavored from hours of slow cooking in their signature ancho-chipotle broth. Lay atop a crisp, house-fried tortilla,-bright notes that cut through the pork’s savory depth. You’ll taste hints of orange zest and toasted cumin in every forkful. Quality & Presentation Both dishes arrive artfully plated—nothing over-garnished, but each component feels thoughtfully placed. Portions are generous (you’ll leave full and satisfied), and the ingredients consistently taste as fresh as they look. Overall Diamondback’s blend of down-home comfort and inventive flavor profiles shines through on every plate. If you’re in Sonora and craving a bold, well-executed sandwich or a tostada that hums with layered spice, you can’t go wrong here. Highly recommend pairing your meal with a glass of wine for the ultimate Sonora dining experience.

Jesus Ocana Tried the chilaquiles here, and wow—they were amazing! Crispy, saucy, and full of flavor. Easily one of the best I’ve had. Highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for great Mexican food!

gc ortiz Plenty of seating inside and out. Fully stocked bar. Staff was very pleasant and helpful. Our food was delicious. Our plate had lobster, crab, rice, beans, corn on the cobb, salad, and a corn flake vanilla ice cream dessert. Our friends had a variety of tacos. Many thanks to Imelda our waitress, she did an awesome job.

Gil Sumaya First time trying this new restaurant, and we were pleasantly surprised! The highlight of our visit was the amazing customer service from the older gentleman—he made us feel truly welcome. We ordered the birria tacos and carne asada fries. The tacos were crispy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The carne asada fries were just as impressive—the presentation was on point, and the cilantro tasted super fresh. Everything was delicious, and we’ll definitely be coming back!

Illan Weiner Only first time visiting, and Im EXTREMELY impressed. the steak salad I got was unbelievably good. I was truly shocked at the flavor and all. I saw smthng abt a meatball in their menu, def never getting that. but most of their stuff looks really good, so cant wait till my next visit! Just visited again!! Really happy w all the dishes. And the drinks were great! Just wish they uses an actual martini glass for their martini...

D K Salt and pepper fish and Mongolian lamb are my go-tos. Theyre both consistently delicious. Their moon cakes around the autumn Moon Festival are great as well.