2023 Visit Fairfield, CA Inspiration Guide

Cover photo by @sarowly

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PLAN YOUR TRIP

Visit the official California Welcome CenterFairfield, located at the Jelly Belly Factory, off Highway 12 in the heart of Solano County. Meet one of our local concierges who offer visitor information about both Fairfield and our surrounding areas, as well as souvenirs for purchase.

Weather

With over 300 days of sunshine in the pleasant, Mediterranean climate of Solano County, you never have to wonder “weather or not” to make plans.

Fairfield’s close proximity to both San Francisco and Sacramento makes the city an ideal home base for exploring all Northern California has to offer. Solano County is just a 45-minute drive from both major metropolitan areas, surrounded by green hills and a thriving wine region, and is easily accessible from national and international airports in Sacramento, Oakland, San Francisco, San Jose and Santa Rosa.

The Getaway

ITINERARY: WINE, FOOD AND SHOPPING

With more than a dozen wineries and tasting rooms, you’re going to want to take your time and explore each one. Cruise over our rolling green hills and discover the rustic wine country of the Suisun Valley. While the wineries in this valley are geographically close to Napa Valley, you will feel a world away as you explore the backroads of Fairfield. Most Fairfield wineries remain family-owned by locals, who are often found in the tasting room and will make you feel right at home. Start your tour with Wooden Valley Winery, where three generations of winemakers specialize in Italian varietals. Just down the road, stop into the Suisun Valley Wine Co-Op where your group can taste small production wines from three different wineries. If you are game for one more wine stop, visit the new CaymusSuisun Winery, where you can enjoy a tasting, explore their orchards, or relax with a glass and enjoy the view!

Don’t miss a stop at Mankas Grill, serving lunch and dinner most days at the historic Mankas Corner

The wine country steakhouse is a family friendly and inviting space. Some menu favorites include pork belly nachos, heirloom tomato bruchetta, lobster bisque, various steaks, and delicious signature pasta dishes. The menu changes with the seasons and utilizes ingredients from local farms. A unique aspect of the wine program at Mankas Grill is they only serve wine local to Fairfield from the Suisun Valley and Green Valley. As a bonus, hop over to Suisun Valley Antiques, just across the street, to treasure hunt through more than an acre of collectibles, antiques, architectural remnants, salvage, period Americana and more. If you’re shopping for souvenir from your trip, check out the California Welcome Center, located at the Jelly Belly Factory, where you will find unique Fairfield and California items for sale.

Check out more wineries at VISITFAIRFIELD.COM/WINERIES

A refreshing addition to any itinerary, Il Fiorello Olive Oil Company is a must see when exploring Fairfield’s Suisun Valley. The family-owned company grows and mills internationally recognized award-winning olive oils. A grove of over 3,000 vivid green olive trees surrounds the property. You may taste olive oil, with a chef curated food pairing, inside or outside on their welcoming patio with views of the rolling hills in the distance. You can also experience a tour with your tasting, featuring a walk through the organic property, discussing the history and production of olive oil. Visit the olive grove to look at the different olive varieties and how they care for the trees. The tour continues with a visit to the state-of-the-art Pieralisi Gold olive mill, capable of milling 5 tons of olives an hour. Their ‘From The Farm’ menu of food and wine is offered daily.

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Right: Enjoy an olive oil tasting and food pairing at Il Fiorello.

Photos by @sarowly

Far Right: Mankas Grill

Induldge in a wine tasting and the view at Caymus-Suisun

Family Fun

If you and your family are train enthusiasts, then you can make their day with a visit to the Western Railway Museum. Located just outside Fairfield, the museum preserves the electric railway history of the area and displays more than 50 historic cars. Kids will love taking a ride on the streetcar and the interurban, which is included in your price of admission. You can also take a guided tour through the museum with a very knowledgeable volunteer docent. 02

Fairfield is best known as the home of the world-famous Jelly Belly Factory. Our iconic attraction offers a real-life Charlie and the Chocolate Factory experience with memorable and sweet tours and tastings for

guests. Did you know it takes over a week to make a single Jelly Belly jelly bean? Take your kids, or your kid-sized imagination and learn about the incredibly detailed art of creating each flavor.

Rush Ranch is a 2,070-acre open space managed by the Solano Land Trust that offers exciting exploration opportunities for all ages. The working ranch, located in the Suisun Marsh, features a visitor center, blacksmith shop, historical ranching equipment, hiking trails and birding opportunities. Rush Ranch is bordered on one side by the Suisun Marsh, one of the best remaining examples of a brackish tidal marsh habitat in the United States. The habitat at Rush Ranch is exceptionally rich in vegetation and wildlife, and is an important habitat that supports more than 200 species and 47 families of plants, 15 mammal species and 230 bird species. Bring your family to admire the horses that call the ranch home and keep an eye out for owls, hawks and other wildlife nesting on and around the ranch.

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Left: Jelly Belly Factory

Top Right: Western Railway Museum

Right: Rush Ranch

INTERARY: Outdoor fun and brewery favs

Adventure Calls

GET LOST

Miles of hiking and biking trails expand over open, rolling grassland, through oak forests and alongside pristine marshes. Kayak or paddle your way through the Suisun Marsh and witness native wildlife, or cast a line in nearby waterways or the tranquil bay.

Left: Rockville Hills Regional Park

Right: Suisun Marsh

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Rockville Hills Regional Park encompasses over 600 acres of grasslands and oak woodlands. Hikers, mountain bikers, and families enjoy native trees and plants, rock formations and more than 30 miles of tracks, trails, and picnic areas in this beautiful area. The rich and biologically diverse habitats provide shelter to a variety of wildlife that make the park their home. Rockville Hills is open year-round from sunrise to sunset. Passes into the park can be purchased at both entrances. Dogs are welcome at but require a separate entrance fee. Dogs must be on-leash at all times and must stay on the trails.

Welcome to the Bay Area’s newest paddling access spot. Grizzly Waters Kayaking offers an array of activities such as kayak and paddle board rentals, basic lessons, tours, SUP yoga and team building. Located at the Suisun Boat Ramp, a short drive from Fairfield, launch with Grizzly Waters to explore the Suisun Marsh. Enjoy a paddle on part of the Bay Area Water Trail and the Pacific Flyway which is visited by migrating birds from Alaska to South America. Take a tour that will highlight intricate ecosystems, sea lions and egrets. Nature photographers will find many opportunities including resident egrets proudly stalking around the marsh.

You’ll be yelling more than “Fore!” when you see our fairways. Tee off at one of our top Zagat-rated public courses. Paradise Valley, praised as being number one golf course in Solano County and Best Value in the North Bay area, has a spectacular layout that is enhanced by oak studded fairways and meandering creeks. It’s a favorite for golfers who enjoy a walking round of golf and is playable for golfers of all abilities. For the more experienced golfer who likes a challenge, the length of the golf course from the back tees will provide plenty of challenges. Rancho Solano, known for having a beautiful country-club-like setting, has an alluring layout with hilly terrain and undulated greens that add character to the golf course. Scenic lakes, elevated tees and well-placed bunkers provide interesting features that contribute to the excitement of playing this course.

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Top Left: Rockville Hills Regional Park Left: Rancho Solano Golf Course Right: Suisun Marsh

BREW BREAK

AFTER ADVENTURING, IT’S TIME FOR A BEER BREAK.

With a national footprint, Heretic Brewing Company remains a dedicated local favorite. Boasting over 20 beers on tap in their Horizon Drive restaurant and tap room, with multiple flight options. A full kitchen serves both appetizers and meal options that complement the brews. Free basic tours of the brewery are offered Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m. Heretic also offers a distillery tasting room that features four flavors of vodka and three types of gin, all distilled from beer made at the brewery.

True Symmetry Brewing Company, in neighboring Suisun City, features 20 craft beers on tap in a fun and relaxed tasting room that often includes dining options from area food trucks.

Rustwater Kitchen and Taproom, in downtown Fairfield, features 30 rotating beers on tap, as well as canned and bottled brews, and delicious small bites in a wonderfully renovated historic building with outdoor seating available. Mouthwatering menu items include cheeseburgers, macaroni and cheese, chicken sandwiches, French fries, and chili.

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Pioneer Tap Room offers 18 beers on tap in its Suisun Valley tasting room, which includes brews from local and regional breweries. Pioneer also serves wine, cider and food. All ages are welcome.

Left: @thedarlingniki enjoying a brew at Rustwater Kitchen and Taproom

Right top: Rustwater Kitchen and Taproom

Bottom right: Heretic Brewing Company

Just a few miles from downtown Fairfield, is a thriving wine country, where acres of grapevines grow amid a backdrop of lush, rolling hills and blue skies. Venture onto our quiet back roads and discover the rustic and tranquil Suisun Valley.

Fairfield is home to a wide variety of dining establishments, and truly has something for every palate. The community is home to chain restaurants, formal dining, and beloved ‘hole in the wall’ restaurants that have been family owned for decades.

FARM FRESH

Fairfield has no shortage of family-owned farms, each with deep roots in the community. As spring blossoms into summer, look for their farm stands or visit a farmer’s market where you’ll find fresh-picked goodness with that fresh off the vine flavor.

ESCAPE TO OUR LUSH VINEYARDS AND MODERN TAPROOMS TO SIP A GLASS OF YOUR FAVORITE VARIETAL OR CRAFT BREW. TRY OTHER OFF-THE-VINE FLAVORS LIKE OUR LOCALLY MILLED ARTISANAL OLIVE OIL OR FUN-FLAVORED JELLY BELLIES FROM THE FACTORY.

04 OLIVE OIL

What grows in Fairfield, is savory to taste, and isn’t wine? Olive oil! Fairfield is home to two Olive Oil companies that bottle their own extra virgin olive oils, balsamic vinegar, nut oils, baking extracts and more.

05 BREWS

In addition to our delectable wineries, Fairfield also has some great breweries and taprooms to enjoy. Make a point of stopping in to one of these establishments and enjoy a selection of over a dozen, handcrafted beers on tap.

06 YUMS

Did you know Fairfield is home to the world-famous Jelly Belly Candy Company? Voted as one of the Top 10 Factory Tours in the US, our iconic attraction offers a behind-the-scenes look at how Jelly Belly creates its famous bean.

Mankas Grill

Yums

Jelly Belly Candy Company is home to the world famous Jelly Belly jelly beans and over 100 other sweet treats. Plan a visit to the Fairfield factory and learn the secrets to how the beloved candy is made. Self-guided factory tours are available daily from 9am to 4pm. Guests explore the factory at their own pace, where they can watch the candy-making operations up close with HD/4K videos. After your tour, visit the new museum, ride the Jelly Belly express train (weather/staffing permitting) and enjoy bean-shaped hamburgers and pizza at the Jelly Belly Café.

1 Jelly Belly Lane, Fairfield 800-953-5592

It’s-It Ice Cream Outlet

The It’s-It Ice Cream outlet store is located on Spring Street east of Main Street in Suisun City. In 1928, George Whitney placed a scoop of vanilla ice cream between two large oldfashioned oatmeal cookies and then dipped the sandwich into dark chocolate. On that day, the It’s-It Ice Cream Sandwich was born - and has been a San Francisco and California favorite for more than 80 years. The sweetest history lesson you’ll want to love!

306 Spring St, Suisun City 707-425-1900

JELLY BELLY ART

Jelly Belly Art was the brainchild of San Francisco artist Peter Rocha in 1982. After President Reagan publicly expressed his fondness for Jelly Belly beans, artist Peter Rocha tried some himself. He was immediately impressed with the range and brilliance of the colors of the beans. The first portrait, appropriately of President Reagan, took Rocha over six months to complete. The Jelly Belly Candy Company has worked with various artists to create the Jelly Belly art over the years, most recently Northern California artist Kristen Cumings. Each piece stands approximately fourfeet-by-six-feet-tall and is made with 9,000-14,000 Jelly Belly jelly beans. Large scale portraits of famous personalities and classic Americana subjects, all made in mosaics of thousands of Jelly Belly jelly beans, can be seen on display at the Fairfield factory.

WINE TIME

Our roots run deep

SUISUN VALLEY IS THE IDEAL CLIMATE FOR GROWING PREMIUM WINE GRAPES. WITH A MODERATE CLIMATE, PLENTIFUL DAYTIME

SUN AND COOL BREEZES OUT OF SAN PABLO BAY, IT’S THE PERFECT GROWING CONDITION FOR MULTIPLE VARIETALS THROUGHOUT THE VALLEY’S MICRO-CLIMATES.

FAIRFIELD IS OFTEN REFERRED TO AS ONE OF THE PETITE SIRAH CAPITALS OF THE WORLD, THANKS TO THE EXCEPTIONALLY IDEAL GROWING ENVIRONMENT.

SUISUN AND GREEN VALLEY

Step off the path traveled by so many and venture onto the back roads of Fairfield to the rustic Suisun Valley. Located just outside the Fairfield city limits, Suisun Valley, and nearby Green Valley, are neighbors to world-famous Napa Valley - but there are no crowds or traffic jams here. Explore the side roads of this small but thriving wine country where the green hills and blue skies provide a beautiful backdrop as locals and visitors travel the valley “loop”. Expect to find winemakers and their families pouring from behind the counters. They are all known for treating guests as if they are part of an extended family. Discover why Suisun Valley is winning the hearts of visitors around the world!

THE SUISUN VALLEY REGION RECEIVED FORMAL AMERICAN VITICULTURAL AREA (AVA) RECOGNITION IN 1982, JUST MONTHS AFTER ITS FAMOUS NEIGHBOR NAPA VALLEY, MAKING SUISUN VALLEY ONE OF THE OLDEST AVA DESIGNATIONS IN CALIFORNIA.

THIS REGION IS HOME TO OVER A DOZEN TASTING ROOMS, ALL FAMILY OWNED.

AREA VINEYARDS GROW 23 DIFFERENT WINE GRAPE VARIETIES, AND ARE BEST KNOWN FOR PETITE SIRAH, MERLOT, AND CABERNET SAUVIGNON.

Wines

SUISUN VALLEY TASTING RO0MS:

BackRoad Vines at Village 360, This complex, in the heart of Suisun Valley wine country, features wine tasting, coffee shop, rooftop bar, restaurant and a beautiful special event venue.

4949 Suisun Valley Road, Fairfield 707- 863-0646

Blue Victorian, owned by Vezér Family Vineyards, is surrounded by acres of lush vineyards and palm trees. Enjoy special tours, tastings, and blends in the barrel room of this majestic winery. The Vezér wineries are best known for their Petite Sirah and Zinfandel.

5071 Suisun Valley Road, Fairfield 707-422-8025

Bally Keal Estate, True to their Irish roots, they blend the custom of authentic Irish hospitality with a modern guest experience. The tasting room is a fun and enjoyable gathering place for friends. Bally Keal Estate will be the trifecta: a winery, distillery and eventually a brewery!

4286 Suisun Valley Road, Fairfield 707-646-2901

Caymus-Suisun, The Wagner family –founders of Caymus Vineyards – is thrilled to invite guests to visit and enjoy CaymusSuisun Winery. Open daily with tastings that feature a range of the family’s wines. Guests can also explore the property’s orchards and vineyards, or just sit and enjoy the views sipping wine by the glass.

4991 Suisun Valley Rd, Fairfield 707-286-1776

Il Fiorello Olive Oil Company offers organic and sustainable wines from California, that pair with chef curated ‘From the Farm’ food selections.

2625 Mankas Corner Road, Fairfield 707-864-1529

Jelly Belly Candy Company offers a unique wine and chocolate experience in addition to its many candy confections. All of the highlighted wines come from Suisun and Green Valleys.

1 Jelly Belly Lane, Fairfield 800-953-5592

Mangels Vineyards specializes in Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Verdelho, Rose, Petite Sirah, Syrah, and Tempranillo. The family is proud to continue a 100-year tradition of growing grapes in the valley.

4529 Suisun Valley Road, Fairfield 707-410-5392

Sonoma Harvest Olive Oil & Winery offers wine tastings from its own Sonoma Harvest label in addition to olive oil tastings.

770 Chadbourne Road, Fairfield 707-389-4815

Suisun Valley Filling Station, located on the historic Mankas Corner, pours wine from the Filling Station as well as local wineries. There is also craft beer, bottled beverages and snacks available to purchase.

2529 Mankas Corner Road, Fairfield

707-863-1555

Suisun Creek Winery currently feaures 7 different varietals including: Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Verdellho, Charbono, and Cabernet Sauvignon. With over 40 years at this property, it was originally planted with cherry, prune and pear trees.

2350 Morrison Lane, Fairfield 707-864-1818

Suisun Valley Wine Co-op is a tasting room for three family-owned wineries, all growing grapes in Suisun Valley. Featured wineries include:

• Blacksmith Cellars specializes in Chenin Blanc, Verdelho, Chardonnay, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon

• King Andrews Vineyards specializes in Albariño, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon

• Sirah, Syrah, Zinfandel, 4495 Suisun Valley Road, Fairfield 707-450-8603

Sunset Cellars specializes in, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Zinfandel, and Pinot Gris

Wooden Valley Winery, since 1933 the Lanza family’s winery has been crafting award-winning wines. They feel honored to know that people have celebrated and shared their wines with family and friends for generations. Visit their tasting room to sample their wines, learn about winemaking, and experience the Lanza-style hospitality.

4756 Suisun Valley Road, Fairfield 707-864-0730

Vezér Family Vineyard, featuring the beautiful Mankas Gardens, is located in the heart of Suisun Valley and offers beautiful outdoor garden seating and private tastings in the Legacy room.

2522 Mankas Corner Road, Fairfield 707-429-3958

GREEN VALLEY TASTING R00MS:

Rock Creek Vineyards only produces 400 cases of select red wines as part of their focus on delicious, robust, and fruit-forward varieties.

4610 Green Valley Road, Fairfield Weekends only 707-864-2471

, visit the tasting lawn shaded by a sprawling walnut tree and individual umbrellas, your booking includes a private table with great views of the Pinot Noir vistas. Bring a picnic or snacks to enjoy.

includes a private table with great Fairfield 707-372-1434

4185 Chadbourne Road,

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IN RECENT YEARS, LOCALLY OWNED BREWERIES AND TAPROOMS HAVE POPPED UP AROUND FAIRFIELD AND IN NEARBY SUISUN CITY. MOST ARE OPEN DAILY AND SERVE FOOD THAT COMPLIMENT THEIR BREWS.

Brews

Heretic Brewing Company is a microbrewery specializing in award-winning full flavored ales and lagers. The tasting room, open to all ages, includes 20 beers on tap with multiple flight options, and Heretic’s kitchen provides delicious eats. Free tours of the brewery are given Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 4 pm. Guests simply need to check in with the bartender by 3:45 to participate. Over two-dozen Heretic beers are brewed in the Fairfield location and distributed across California, in other select states, and in over a dozen countries around the world.

1052 Horizon Drive, Suite B, Fairfield 707-389-4573

Pioneer Tap Room offers 18 beers on tap in its Suisun Valley tasting room, which includes brews from locally-owned breweries. Pioneer also serves wine, cider, and food.

4495 Suisun Valley Road, Fairfield 510-862-4138

True Symmetry Brewing Company

in Suisun City features 20 craft beers on tap in a fun and relaxed tasting room that often includes dining options from area food trucks, along with live music and other events. They aim to make all beer styles, with a strong emphasis on English and Belgian ales.

315 Marina Center, Suisun City 707-202-6000

Rustwater Kitchen & Taproom features craft beers and burgers in a wonderfully renovated historic building in downtown Fairfield.

800 Texas Street, Fairfield 707-759-3409

Slanted Tree Kitchen & Taproom serves craft beer from local and nationwide breweries.

251 Pittman Road, Fairfield 707-803-5666

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From their farms to your fork...

The anticipation begins with the first signs of spring, as the weather starts to warm, blooms fill the trees and the mustard seed cover crop is ploughed away from the valley floor for yet another year.

Before long, little green crops emerge from below the soil. Tomatoes, carrots, broccoli, strawberries, melons, potatoes – the list goes on and on. And as the cool spring air transitions towards summer, locals know it’s just about time for Suisun Valley’s farm stands to open.

The Suisun Valley farm stands, most open seasonally in the summer and fall months, are family-owned and locally loved. They include:

Larry’s Produce, open June to December every year, attracts visitors from throughout the Sacramento and Bay Area. Larry Balestra and his family farm over 1,200 acres in Suisun Valley. In addition to their fresh produce grown locally in Suisun Valley and Northern California, Larry’s is a popular destination for pumpkins and Christmas trees. The many fall activities at Larry’s Produce include a pumpkin field, corn bath, hay pyramid and corn maze.

4606 Suisun Valley Road, Fairfield 707-864-8068

AS THE COOL SPRING AIR TRANSITIONS TOWARDS SUMMER, LOCALS KNOW IT’S JUST ABOUT TIME FOR SUISUN VALLEY’S FARM STANDS TO OPEN.

Farm Fresh

HVH Specialty Growers grows unique raw materials for the floral industry’s wholesale market while immersing the business in the active development of Suisun Valley as an agritourism destination. Specializing in quality hard-to-find flower varieties and fresh greenery. Visitors are welcome during select days and times to purchase flowers directly from the farm.

4287 Abernathy Road, Fairfield 707-439-8880

Cal Yee Farms, open year-round, has provided high-quality dried fruits and nuts to customers in the United States and abroad for more than 50 years. The farm’s many products include mixed fruit, mixed nuts, raisins, seeds, trail mix, chocolate and candy.

5158 Clayton Road, Fairfield 800-225-9337

Other farms to explore…

While in the valley, make sure to also visit Robledo Produce (4300 Russell Road) and Saechao Family Farm (2707 Rockville Road), both open daily in the summer selling produce grown in their fields. Finish up your visit to the valley with a stop at Little Knopp’s Bakery (2627 Rockville Road) for freshly made pies and other sweet treats.

Dine FAIRFIELD

Fairfield is home to an abundant and wide variety of dining establishments. No matter what food you are in the mood for, Fairfield has something for every palate. The community is home to chain restaurants, formal dining, and beloved “hole in the wall” restaurants that have been family owned for decades.

AMERICAN Cast Iron Grill & Bar 700 Main Street, Suite 104, Suisun City 707-425-1700

Garden Grille and Bar 2200 Gateway Court, Fairfield 707-426-6900

Main Street Bar & Grill 627 Main Street, Suisun City 707-428-6270

Mankas Grill 2522 Mankas Corner Road, Fairfield 707-428-1600

ASIAN Hot Stone Korean Kitchen 2190 N Texas Street, Fairfield 707-422-1000

Saffron Indian Cuisine & Bar * 739 Texas Street, Fairfield 707-434-1313

Sticky Rice Chinese Bistro 5030 Business Center Drive, Fairfield 707-863-7500

Totto Ramen & Sushi Bar 3334 N. Texas Street, Suite A, Fairfield 707-759-2854

ITALIAN Evelyn’s Big Italian Pizzeria * 704 Texas Street, Fairfield 707-421-9000

Pizza Twist * 735 Texas Street, Fairfield 707-366-0006

Vicini’s Pizzeria 3342 North Texas Street 707-425-2600

* DOWNTOWN FAIRFIELD RESTAURANTS

MEXICAN

Alejandro’s Taqueria * 936 Texas Street, Fairfield 707-429-2155

Favela’s Fusion Mexican Dining 1500 Oliver Road, Suite D, Fairfield 707-421-8484

La Dona 1444 W Texas Street, Fairfield 707-759-4575

La Cabana de Suisun 325 Main Street, Suisun City 707-429-5871

Rancho Fino Cocina Mexicana 4163 Suisun Valley Road, Fairfield 707-439-3744

LOCAL FAVORITES

Athenian Grill 750 Kellogg Street, Suisun City 707-425-0500

Chez Soul Southern Cuisine * 711 Madison Street, Fairfield 707-427-3338

Dave’s Giant Hamburger 1055 N Texas Street, Fairfield 707-425-1818

Ironwood American Bistro 203 Main Street, Suisun City 707-759-4297

Joe’s Buffet * 834 Texas Street, Fairfield 707-425-2317

Joy of Eating Cafe 535 Solano Street, Suite A, Suisun City 707-426-1147

Lebanese Spoon * 846 Texas, Fairfield 707-999-7262

Mediterranean Food Center * 823 Texas Street, Fairfield 707-438-0911

The Napa Deli 5121 Business Center Drive, #100, Fairfield 707-864-3364

Rockville Kitchen 4171 Suisun Valley Road, A, Fairfield 707-864-2507

Three Restaurant * 721 Texas Street, Fairfield 707-673-4129

The Landing at Village 360 4949 Suisun Valley Road, Fairfield 707-863-0646

Two60 Kitchen + Bar 260 Pittman Road, Fairfield 707-759-2463

Olive Oil

Il Fiorello Olive Oil Company is the home of international award-winning olive oils. Guests can savor farm curated olive oil tastings and tours at this stateof-the-art olive oil mill and visitor center. Larger parties can call ahead to customize their tour and tastings. The visitor center also includes a botique retail store and an outdoor patio with magnificent views of over 3,000 olive trees and the surrounding valley. IL Fiorello is known for growing single varietal olive oils that originate from Italy, Spain, France, Tunisia, and Greece. They also sell farm grown jams, honey, condiments, and Balsamic Vinegar Reductions.

2625 Mankas Corner, Fairfield

Mill tours by appointment 707-864-1529

Sonoma Harvest Olive Oil & Winery offers wine tastings from its own Sonoma Harvest label in addition to olive oil tastings. What first started as a carefully curated selection of olive oil quickly grew into an artisanal assortment of gourmet vinegars, jams, jellies, tapenades, mustards, honeys and sauces.

770 Chadbourne Road, Fairfield 707-389-4815

Liquid Gold

Each tasting begins with warming the oil to release the aroma. Then smelling the oils to discover green grass, almond, black pepper, herbs, or floral notes. Next, taste to allow your senses to experience the oil. Finally, savor a handful of small bites paired with each of the oils and appreciate the fruits of their labor.

Explore PLAY, SEE, DO

GET OUTDOORS WITH A BICYCLE, A PADDLE BOARD, OR JUST A GOOD PAIR OF WALKING SHOES, ADVENTURE AWAITS AMID THE ENDLESS ACRES OF OPEN LAND, BAYS, AND SLOUGHS. IF YOU PREFER A MORE LAID-BACK VISIT, CHECK OUT FAIRFIELD’S LOCAL ATTRACTIONS, MUSEUMS, AND SHOPPING ACTIVITIES.

CULTURAL EXPERIENCES

Ride a historic streetcar, sit inside vintage military vehicles, discover creations from the artistic community, or take in a live theatre performance. There’s certainly more than you’d expect and plenty to explore whatever your interests may be.

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

The remarkable mix of marsh scenery and wildlife in this area has attracted nature lovers, families, hikers, anglers, photographers, and so many others for decades. Boats and canoes drift easily on the tidal sloughs or explore on one of the regional parks self-guided hiking trails.

Stroll our downtown where you’ll find locally owned boutiques, shop the Solano Town Center for popular name brands, browse acres of antiques, or cruise nearby outlets with premium brands at off-premium prices.

Fairfield is full of family-friendly adventures with activities for every pace. Take it easy and enjoy a tour of the famous Jelly Belly Factory, experience the thrills at nearby Six Flags or pick up the pace and challenge your family to Scandia Family Fun Center’s Ninja Warrior Course. Choose your speed. Your adventure awaits.

Whether you visit during an annual event, enjoy a holiday parade downtown, or catch a local concert or show, there is always something happening in Fairfield.

Great Outdoors

WITH ITS ROLLING HILLS, NEVER-ENDING SKYLINE AND BEAUTIFUL SCENIC VIEWS...

Fairfield is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages. Go on a hike through Rockville Hills Regional Park, bike through the beautiful Suisun Valley, enjoy a family picnic at Rush Ranch, or fly a kite high in the sky above Lynch Canyon – whether you are a child or an adult, a birdwatcher, a photographer, a seasoned runner, or just looking for some fresh air outside, these beautiful open spaces around Fairfield will win your heart.

Rockville Hills Regional Park is a Bay Area favorite for mountain biking, hiking, and running. There are over 30 miles of trails in this magnificent 633-acre grasslands and oak woodlands park. Have lunch at the lake or explore a cave in the hills. Bring your camera with your hiking shoes because there are many beautiful sights, in wildlife and nature, you will want to capture while visiting. A day pass for the park is $3 per person, $1 per dog, and season passes are available. Free trail maps are available at the park entrance.

2149 Rockville Road, Fairfield

Rush Ranch is a 2,070-acre open space managed by the Solano Land Trust that offers exciting exploration opportunities for all ages. Bordered on one side by the Suisun Marsh, Rush Ranch has won countless hearts with its rolling grasslands, serene tranquility, rich history and wildlife viewing opportunities. Rush Ranch features a visitor center, a working blacksmith shop, historical ranching equipment, hiking trails, and picnic tables. Come admire the horses that call the ranch home. There are also owls, hawks, and other wildlife nesting on and around the ranch. Admission is free.

3521 Grizzly Island Road, Suisun City

DID YOU KNOW?

The Suisun Marsh is the largest brackish water marsh on the west coast of the United States of America.

Rockville Hills

Lynch Canyon, also owned and managed by the Solano Land Trust, serves as an important buffer zone between Fairfield and Vallejo. With its steep grasslands, Lynch Canyon is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. Buckeyes, oaks and wetland meadows provide shelter for deer, fox, bobcat, waterfowl, and many raptors. The spring wildflowers are also a beautiful sight every year. A one-day parking pass is $6. Lynch Canyon is located just north of Interstate 80, between American Canyon Road and Highway 12.

3100 Lynch Road, Fairfield

Grizzly Waters Kayaking, located on the Suisun City Waterfront, offers kayak and stand up paddleboard rentals, as well as lessons and tours through the Suisun Marsh. The company is named after the Grizzly Island Wildlife Area in the Suisun Marsh and was created with the intention to get people outside and active.

535 Solano Street, Suite B, Suisun City 707-341-6141

Paradise Valley and Rancho

Solano golf courses are both known for having beautiful country-club like settings. These courses are each rated in the Zagat Survey and are consistently voted the #1 and #2 golf courses in Solano County. Paradise Valley’s spectacular layout is enhanced by oak studded fairways and meandering creeks, and is a favorite for golfers who enjoy a walking round of golf. Rancho Solano’s layout includes hilly terrain, scenic lakes, and elevated tees. Both courses offer impressive driving ranges as well as golf lessons for adults and youth with PGA professional instructors.

Paradise Valley

3950 Paradise Valley Drive, Fairfield 707-426-1600

Rancho Solano

3250 Rancho Solano Parkway, Fairfield 707-429-4653

Rockville Hills

Suisun Marsh

Cultural EXPERIENCES

The American Armory Museum

was established to educate all ages on the sacrifice, bravery and enduring significance of the United States military. The museum features a collection of military vehicles and memorabilia, from World War II to present day, including General George S. Patton’s command jeep.

4144 Abernathy Road, Fairfield 707-389-6846

Fairfield’s Downtown Theatre

is Solano County’s premier arts and entertainment center. Stop by the Box Office or check the website for show schedules at this 22,000 sq. ft, performing arts facility. The Downtown Theatre hosts theatrical performances, symphony concerts, seminars, and community events.

1035 Texas Street, Fairfield 707-940-0700

Solano Town Center Art Gallery, managed by the Fairfield-Suisun City Visual Arts Association, showcases the work of local and regional artists. This gallery hosts multiple shows throughout the year. Artwork is available to purchase. Admission is free.

Solano Town Center Art Gallery

1350 Travis Boulevard, Fairfield Second Floor, Suite D8

Western Railway Museum gives visitors a rare opportunity to ride authentic historic streetcars and interurban electric trains from all over California and the western United States. With over 50 historic cars on display and 22 miles of track, the Western Railway Museum is ideal for families and group outings. The museum features historic railway exhibits, vintage streetcar and interurban train rides, a museum store, library archives, a Depot Café, and picnic grounds.

5848 State Highway 12, Suisun City 707-374-2978

The American Armory Museum

Western Railway Museum

(pronounced SUE-soon) means “west wind” in Patwin.

Indigenous ROOTS

Long before the Spanish and other Europeans arrived in what would later become California, the area today known as Solano County was home to indigenous people called the Patwin (which means “people”) or Southern Wintun. In fact, Solano County is named for the Patwin leader Sina or Sem Yeto. Spanish missionaries used the non-Patwin name “Solano” to identify him. Established research shows the Patwin occupied all of Solano County to the Bay.

The Patwin were conscientious stewards of the abundant natural resources offered by the land and water surrounding them. They hunted wild game, fished for salmon in the river, and gathered edible plant foods such as acorns. They created fine baskets, nets, boats, and shelters from willow and other native plants and grasses.

Today, more than 200 years after the first Europeans arrived in California, three Patwin tribes remain – the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation, Kletsel Dehe Band of Wintun Indians, and Cachil Dehe Band of Wintun Indians of the Colusa Indian Community. The Native American Heritage Commission, a state agency that works with tribal governments

on cultural resource protection, has recognized Yocha Dehe as the Most Likely Descendant of the Patwin people buried in Solano County. The tribe devotes significant resources to protecting the sacred burial sites within the County.

Today, Yocha Dehe has a growing agricultural presence. With a focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility, the tribe farms more than a dozen crops, including grapes and olives. Under its Séka Hills brand, the tribe produces multiple-award-winning wines and olive oils.

ESTABLISHED RESEARCH SHOWS THE PATWIN OCCUPIED ALL OF SOLANO COUNTY TO THE WATERFRONT.

Shopping

California Welcome Center

Conveniently situated insite the WorldFamous Jelly Belly Candy Company, the Fairfield location offers an array of logo wear, local gifts and souvenirs, in addition to travel information, maps and brochures.

1 Jelly Belly Lane, Fairfield

(877) 793-7386

Gateway Courtyard Located near the Solano Town Center, Gateway Courtyard has 19 retail and dining storefronts, including anchors Barnes & Noble, Sportsman’s Warehouse, PetSmart, and Party City.

1640 Gateway Blvd, Fairfield

Il Fiorello Olive Oil Company

Savor a taste of Fairfield at the retail shop located at Il Fiorello. With world-class extra virgin olive oils, co-milled flavored oils, balsamic vinegar reductions, mostardas, jams and jellies and honey.

2625 Mankas Corner, Fairfield

707-864-1529

Suisun Valley Antiques This Suisun Valley intersection was once part of the Benicia to Suisun City stage coach route and was also the main road that connected Suisun with the Berryessa Valley. From the 1850s to the early 1900s, Mankas Corner was a bustling community center, with a store, tavern, post office and blacksmith shop. Today, Mankas Grill sits where the original store once was, with the Suisun Valley Filling Station, and Suisun Valley Antiques & Collectibles.

2525 Mankas Corner Road, Fairfield

707-421-1165

Goodies like these and more at the Fairfield California Welcome Center.

Premium Outlets (Vacaville/ Napa) Fairfield is located between two premium outlets. Both offer a variety of retailers.

Vacaville Premium Outlets: The Vacaville Premium Outlets features 90 stores with nationally and internationally recognizable brands - Adidas, Banana Republic, Crate & Barrel, Carter’s, Coach, Croc’s, GAP, J.Crew, kate spade, Michael Kors, Nike Factory Store, The North Face, Under Armour, West Elm, and Zales to name just a few. It is conveniently located off Interstate 80, less than 10 minutes from Fairfield.

321 Nut Tree Road, Vacaville 707-447-5755

Napa Premium Outlets: Napa Premium Outlets offers 40 designer fashion and brand name outlets, including Brooks Brothers, Michael Kors, Levi’s, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Tommy Hilfiger. It is located approximately 25 minutes from Fairfield.

629 Factory Stores Drive, Napa 707-226-9876

Solano Town Center The largest indoor shopping center in Solano County with over 1 million square feet of space, Solano Town Center includes over 135 retailers

offering everything from clothing, electronics and dining, to an IMAX movie theater. Stores include Best Buy, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Hollister, Forever 21, JC Penny, Macy’s, and Ulta.

1350 Travis Boulevard, Fairfield 707-425-1164

Sonoma Harvest

With so much to taste at Sonoma Harvest, you’ll want to bring some home! Shop for delicious food products, including gourmet olive oils, vinegars, mustards, jams, and sauces, along with home decor, gift items and more.

770 Chadbourne Road, Fairfield 707-389-4815

Il Fiorello

Attractions

K1 Speed Fairfield is a world-class entertainment venue that is designed to keep you engaged, whether you’re on or off the track. The indoor go-kart racing location allows you to race every day of the year, regardless of weather. All go-karts are all-electric and produce maximum torque at all speeds! Race wheel-to-wheel at speeds approaching 45 mph on a two-story indoor track.

1560 Gateway Boulevard, Fairfield (707) 800-4900

Paradise Valley and Rancho

Solano golf courses are both known for having beautiful country-club like settings. These courses are each rated in the Zagat Survey and are consistently voted the #1 and #2 golf courses in Solano County. Paradise Valley’s spectacular layout is enhanced by oak studded fairways and meandering creeks, and is a favorite for golfers who enjoy a walking round of golf. Rancho Solano’s layout includes hilly terrain, scenic lakes, and elevated tees. Both

courses offer impressive driving ranges as well as golf lessons for adults and youth with PGA professional instructors.

Paradise Valley

3950 Paradise Valley Drive, Fairfield 707-426-1600

Rancho Solano

3250 Rancho Solano Parkway, Fairfield 707-429-4653

Six Flags

Discovery Kingdom

combines marine life, wildlife and wild rides into an unforgettable family experience. Attractions at the theme park include thrill rides like the famous Medusa, Superman Ultimate Flight, and Kong, as well as family rides, animal encounters, and entertainment. Get up close and personal with exotic parrots and macaws on the Kingdom Stage or watch the dolphins swim through an underwater viewing window in Dolphin Harbor. At the heart of Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is its diverse animal program, featuring tigers, cougars, elephants, giraffes, walruses, sea lions, sharks, aquatic birds, and more.

1001 Fairgrounds Drive, Vallejo 707-644-4000

Scandia Family Fun Center features a challenging miniature golf course, batting cages, bumper boats, go-carts, laser tag, a kids playland, and a huge video game arcade. Experience a whole new level of fun at Scandia!

4300 Central Place, Fairfield 707-864-8558

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

Paradise Valley Golf Course

Events EXPERIENCE FAIRFIELD

THERE IS ALWAYS SOMETHING TO DO IN FAIRFIELD, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE EVENTS: VISITFAIRFIELD.COM/EVENTS

Jelly Belly’s Candy Palooza, a delicious experience at the Jelly Belly Candy Company, features all types of sugars and sweets, as well as fun and games for the entire family.

SEPTEMBER

Suisun Valley’s Passport

Sunday is an annual spring celebration highlighting the wineries and tasting rooms of the Suisun and Green Valleys. With “passports” in hand, spend an afternoon traveling the “valley loop.”

APRIL

Downtown Parades, are beloved events that draw thousands. Celebrate with the 4th of July Parade and the Veteran’s Day Parade featuring a patriotic concert.

JULY & NOVEMBER

Suisun Valley Anniversary Celebration,, celebrates the Suisun Valley being named an American Viticulture Area. Grab a commemorative glass and enjoy tastings throughout the valley over multiple days.

DECEMBER

Farmers Market and Thursdays on the Green, in downtown Fairfield, includes fresh and delicious produce, local entertainment, and crafts from area artisans.

MAY - OCTOBER

Tomato & Vine Festival, A local favorite, this festival has been taking place in Downtown Fairfield for over 20 years. This Festival celebrates the bounty of our growing region, and features local entertainment and artisans.

AUGUST

Nearby NEIGHBORS

Sonoma

(30 miles from Fairfield)

A year-round destination for wine enthusiasts, foodies, outdoor adventurists, event buffs, and shopaholics. Sonoma Valley offers over 100 wineries, 13,000 acres of state and regional parks, luxury spas, and cozy bed-and-breakfasts. Sonoma Valley’s breathtaking 17-mile span offers endless discovery.

San Francisco

(45 miles from Fairfield)

It may measure less than 50 square miles, but San Francisco justly ranks as one of the greatest cities in the world. Famous for grand-dame Victorians, classic cable cars, dynamic diversity, a beautiful waterfront, and a soaring crimson bridge, the “City by the Bay” truly has it all. The adventures in this city – Alcatraz Island, Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39, Coit Tower, Lombard Street, Chinatown, the Golden Gate Bridge —are truly endless. And remember, no trip to San Francisco is complete without a ride on a cable car.

Oakland

(35 miles from Fairfield)

Oakland has been called “San Francisco’s Brooklyn,” and San Francisco’s sister city, just across the water in the East Bay region, has the same kind of historic twists, beautiful views, and exploding food and wine scene as that New York borough. Diverse, dynamic, artsy, edgy - add a colorful twist to your adventures with a visit here.

Napa Valley

(15 miles from Fairfield)

California’s Napa Valley Wine Country is one of the world’s great destinations, especially for lovers of fine wine, fantastic food, and beautiful views. More than 400 wineries grow grapevines in the Napa soils, a wine region famous for its prized Cabernet Sauvignon. But wine, as visitors quickly discover, is only the beginning. Discover grand estates, expansive tasting rooms, and quaint towns, many located on the celebrated Silverado Trail.

Photo credit: Tae Fuller, Pexels

ARE YOU TIRED OF HAVING TO PACK AND UNPACK YOUR LUGGAGE WHEN STAYING IN MULTIPLE HOTELS? GREAT NEWS! FAIRFIELD’S CENTRAL LOCATION IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA GIVES VISITORS EASY AND FAST ACCESS TO MANY OF THE REGION’S LARGEST CITIES AND DESTINATIONS.

Lake Tahoe

(140 miles from Fairfield)

Breathe in the clean, crisp mountain air. Jump in the lake. Ski the hills in winter and reconnect with nature in the spring. See a show on the casino strip or play your favorite slots. Whatever activity you choose, Lake Tahoe is a place you'll never forget. It's an alpine paradise, both a winter wonderland and a summer vacation destination, with an average of 300 days of sunshine a year. Enjoy endless hiking and biking trails, nationally recognized festivals and events, and many family-friendly activities. And in the center of it all is Lake Tahoe, the largest alpine lake in North America, deep, wide, bluer than blue, and surrounded by the majestic Sierra Nevada Mountains.

Sacramento

(45 miles from Fairfield)

One of the most historic cities in California, Sacramento boasts an impressive array of landmarks, parks, amenities, and other exciting adventures. Some of the most popular landmarks and attractions include the California State Capitol, Tower Bridge, Old Sacramento located along the waterfront, the California State Railroad Museum, Sutter’s Fort, and the American and Sacramento Rivers.

EVENT Venues

Fairfield offers a variety of spaces and venues for all occasions that will help events and meetings be successful, inspiring, and fun!

Whether you are planning a wedding in our rustic Suisun Valley, hosting an association meeting at an area hotel, or organizing a company retreat in the grand ballroom of the world-famous Jelly Belly Factory, Fairfield has a space for you.

Mix your work or play with wine, olive oil, and fine dining at a Suisun Valley venue. Most of our tasting rooms can accommodate larger groups (please call ahead).

There are also traditional meeting rooms available to rent at seven of our nationally branded hotels. Looking for a meeting space for up to 400 people? Both the Hilton Garden Inn and Courtyard by Marriott have ballrooms that split into breakout rooms ideal for workshops or team building. Guests can gather inside a social lobby to network, brainstorm, and enjoy a drink or two from a café or bar. Whether you are bringing a dozen or several hundred people to Fairfield, we have space for you.

If you’re looking for a meeting space outside the traditional hotel, Fairfield offers a myriad of

possibilities. A small classroom at Rush Ranch overlooks the Suisun Marsh. Shoot a round of golf and then enjoy a gathering in the large banquet rooms at Rancho Solano and Paradise Valley golf courses. Vezér Family Vineyard’s Mankas Gardens features a beautiful landscaped outdoor area and the Legacy Tasting Room, or you can have a meeting at Il Fiorello and enjoy a customized tasting amid acres of olive trees.

Altogether, Fairfield has over a dozen non-hotel venues for meetings and events and many include both indoor and outdoor function space. Our largest venues are the Jelly Belly Candy Company, Bally Keal Estate, Village 360 and the Solano County Events Center. All three of these locations can accommodate groups of 300 – or more!

Contact christian@visitfairfield.com for more information about how Visit Fairfield can assit you.

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Rock Creek Vineyard

Caymus-Suisun Winery

Village 360 & BackRoad Vines

Blue Victorian Winery Wooden Valley Winery

Suisun Valley

Mankas Corner

Green Valley

Rockville Hills Park

Six

Lynch Canyon

Rancho Golf

Visit Fairfield

Suisun Creek Winery

Suisun Valley Wine Co-op Pioneer Tap Room

Suisun Valley Antiques

Suisun Valley Filling Station

Il Fiorello Olive Oil Company

Larry’s Produce

Mangels Vineyard

Mankas Corner Rd

Hiddenbrooke

Vezér’s Mankas Gardens American Armory Museum

Solano Community College

Bally Keal Estate

Saechao Family Farm

Robledo Produce

Farmer’s Closet Shopping

Tolenas Winery

Rockville Rd SuisunPkwyCalifornia Welcome Center

Sonoma Olive and Winery

Cordelia Rd Green ValleyRd

Pittman Rd

Scandia Family Fun Center

Abernathy Rd Chadbourne Rd

Flags Discovery Kingdom