Best American Restaurants in Fillmore
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
State Bird Provisions
Ever-evolving small plates with a signature fried quail and rolling carts.
Notable Picks
8.8
A reservation-obsessed California small-plates spot where carts and an à la carte menu deliver inventive, seasonally driven bites. Locals book for the buzzy energy, sharp execution, and a signature fried quail that still anchors the experience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fried quail ('state bird'), Mushroom–bean donabe, Hand-cut noodles with chile salsa
What Makes it Special: Ever-evolving small plates with a signature fried quail and rolling carts.
#2
The Progress
8.7
Next door to State Bird, this polished, share-friendly spot leans seasonal NorCal with large-format platters and composed small plates. It’s a dressed-up night out without stiffness—great for groups who want range and finesse.
Must-Try Dishes:
Roasted quail, Kedgeree (salted fish & rice), Stuffed cabbage rolls
What Makes it Special: Seasonal NorCal cooking with family-style showpieces and refined small plates.