Foster's Bighorn

From the moment you walk into Foster's Bighorn, the heads of dead animals mounted on the walls will literally take your breath away. I can't even describe it, because as soon as I walked in with my husband and kids, my body went into shock. At one point my cousin was like "if you're not comfortable we can go somewhere else". Oh and the heads are all real. In the front you'll see pictures of when they were killed, mostly in Africa I believe. The biggest one was the elephant right in the middle of the room. As you're sitting in the dining area, you'll probably think and ask yourself, "How the hell did they get that head through the doors and onto the wall?" If you really want to know, walk down the steep ramp to the bathrooms. There should be an article on the wall that explains it. I had to rock my baby down for their nap, and it was the quietest area in the restaurant, so I started reading it, lol. I will say it's definitely a great conversation starter if this is your first time here.So, long story short, we came here last Friday with a huge group of family. We arrived early enough to be seated quickly. For anyone reading, we came around 4pm and there wasn't a wait on a Friday. Around 6pm it starts to get a bit crowded.For food, I ordered the prime rib dip with fries for $23 and the sliders for $21, and I thought it was really good. For my drink, I ordered the Cali Squeeze, and the taste reminded me of shock top - fruity and refreshing.Ok last thing, the bathrooms are down a steep ramp, so walk carefully. I feel like if you're wearing heels, you'd fall, so don't rush downstairs. Other than that, the bathrooms were clean, and the service was great.Overall, I'm not sure I would come back, but it was a great experience. I hope you enjoyed reading my review!

Walked in on a Wednesday night and sat down. Nice pace of service, offered drinks and got down to have a very pleasant dinner. We didn't order any appetizers, but the onion rings I had with dinner rather than a baked potato were delicious. Two specials were ordered the prime rib and the lamb. I had the rib and my wife the lamb. I was disappointed with the end cut hoping for more seasoning, but just the meat was a bit dry; note to self don't ask for end cut next time. The lamb special was on point and delectable. The service was great. Definitely a place to visit in Rio Vista. Also per many of the other reviews the decor is all about the taxidermy on display. They also have labels next to each display which I appreciate.

So glad we took a detour to Foster's Boghorn! Where else can you dine under the watchful gaze of an elephant that probably has more travel stories than you? The vintage African big game heads on the walls give the place a safari lodge vibe--minus the mosquitoes and ants, thankfully. As for the food, it's like a wild game night, but without the board games--just seriously tasty dishes that make you glad you're not vegetarian.A special shoutout to Lisette, who juggled our high-maintenance table like a pro. She deserves an award for keeping us all in line and still managing to smile through it. Five stars - and an extra star for the elephant's impeccable taste in decor!

Omg. Had the Prime Rib special. I think I died and went to Heaven! Current owner Chris; came over and enjoyed talking about the year Fosters was created was the same as my friend Alex Winkler's birth year- 1933! Its such a great place! Go! You won't be disappointed!

The food was great. Loved the trophies. New menu from back in the day, ownership changed, but they have done a great job at sprucing up the place. I miss the old roast beef dinner they used to serve. My prime rib dip was awesome. And the ladies enjoyed their Chicken Marsala and Fish and chips.

Allie Knapp was very helpful and communicated well to help me understand the vacation package that I had available and she gave me some great advice. Thank you, Allie!!!

Had the Chicken Marsala and it was very good. Chicken tender and the Marsala sauce was excellent. The service was terrific and on point.The taxidermy is cool and it looks like what Noah's Arc could have been like. Very well done and in good taste.

Food was horrible, unseasoned in every way. Couldn't even eat the food I felt sick. We got a new york steak 8oz $28 and a Tri Tip sandwhich that was completly unseasoned for $23. not worth $61. Service was great, very friendly and made our stay homey. and the place was amazing nothing I have ever seen before. if you were to come here don't eat just get a few drinks and take in the amazing ambiance and decor.

Definitely a diff vibe! Small dining area with all the heads watching hahaha! Ordered the fish and chips. Could have been more fries. Clam chowder was just ok. Server was super nice.

I thought I'd take a trip to Rio Vista to check out this restaurant. Went here for dinner and as we walked in. There was a nice big bar and the back portion was the restaurant seating area. Had a cute vibe to it with lots of animals on the wall. I ordered a hamburger w/fries, side salad and onion rings. Everything was good but the service could have been a little better. I asked for bread and she never brought me any. The other table around me had bread. She told me the bread was still being made. Find that kinda fun a I never got any. As she was walking around asking the other table how was your meal. She for got to ask how my meal. Thank goodness the food was pretty decent. My favorite had to be the onion rings. They were very crispy and they were topped with parmesan cheese. Anyway try the onion rings if you're ever in the area. Maybe I'll go back to try something else.