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 Ideal Family Meal |
6476, Washington Street Napa Valley, CA 94599 United States +1 707 944 2487 http://www.adhocrestaurant.com/ |
At the sleek-looking Ad Hoc, chef Thomas Keller takes the average American meal and turns it up a notch. Although the decor may be sparse, with plain white walls and chrome tables, the food is anything but. For starters, ease into the Haricots Verts and Garden Fig Salad, and then move your way up to the Bacalao & Chick Pea Soup. Finish off the night with a heavenly Chocolate Bread Pudding topped with whipped caramel cream. Though pricey, the meals leave you wishing you could eat Keller-style every day. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classic Americana |
1374 Lincoln Avenue Napa Valley, CA 94515 United States +1 707 942 2233 http://www.brannansgrill.com/ info@brannansgrill.com |
Locals are found at this upscale roadhouse eatery. The large dining room is defined by the rustic aura of the oak wood paneling. The food is all-American: thick juicy steaks, grilled fresh fish and a host of seasonal dishes that show inspired by local produce. The Hoisin-Glazed Baby Back Ribs is a great blend of flavors and textures. The full bar can whip up a martini for you and the wine list has some of the best that Napa has to offer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Panoramic view |
7377 St Helena Hwy Napa Valley, CA 94558 United States +1 707 944 2749 http://www.brix.com info@brix.com |
Locals and tourists alike flock to this gourmet eatery to watch the chef concoct his excellent dishes. With a panoramic view of the Napa hillside and a decor of warm impressionist tones, the place makes for an elegant night out. The menu of fusion cuisine features entrees like Slow-Cooked Lamb Shank with Potato Puree and Grilled Spearfish with Chanterelles. Or, you can order a five-course tasting dinner that comes Japanese-style in a bento box. The on-site wine store offers an extensive and eclectic variety, running the gamut in price. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Take your pick |
140 East Napa Street Napa Valley, CA 95476-6710 United States +1 707 935 5994 |
Seared black pepper-lavender filet mignon, chicken breast with goat cheese and herb stuffing, steamed mussels with fennel and garlic broth...Sounds mouth-watering? Then head to the Cafe La Haye at Somona since that's what's on the menu here. Srumptious food, experienced staff and a tranquil atmosphere adds to your dining experience. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Rustic charm |
1250 Lincoln Ave Napa Valley, CA 94515 United States +1 707 942 4101 http://www.napabeer.com info@calistogainn.com |
In an area best known for highbrow tastes and attitudes, this gem offers a welcomed touch of rustic reality. Located inside the Calistoga Inn, this restaurant and brewery is a clandestine retreat from the heavy flow of tourists in Napa. Its patio overlooks the banks of the Napa River and during the warm months, the kitchen staff can be seen cooking outdoors over wood-fired grills. The menu harvests a wide range of global influences, including Spanish, Mexican and Jamaican. Starter plates are diverse and perfect for sharing. The Country Paella - saffron rice with imported chorizo, chicken, shellfish and vegetables - stands out in a menu of meats, fishes and pastas. An adjacent brewery serves award-winning micro-brews. Visit on the weekend for live acoustic music in its pub. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A local hotspot |
1327 Railroad Avenue Napa Valley, CA 94574 United States +1 707 963 1200 http://www.cindysbackstreetkit... cbkclub@cindysbackstreetkitchen.com |
Centrally located in St. Helena, this popular eatery owned by Cindy Pawlcyn serves delicious sandwiches and mouth-watering fish, chicken, pork and steak dishes. The petite food menu is divided into small plates and large plates. And the bar features chilled beer, delectable cocktails, and freshly squeezed lemonade. Under the desserts category, you can choose from pies, puddings and cakes. You can sample some locally-produced wine along with your food each Thursday night, too. All-in-all, great meals, friendly service and a festive atmosphere are what you can look forward to when you dine here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classic steakhouse |
1122 Main Street Napa Valley, CA 94559 United States +1 707 224 6328 http://www.coleschophouse.com/ contact@coleschophouse.com |
An historic stone building houses this classic American steak restaurant that has received rave reviews, the most recent from the San Francisco Chronicle and the Examiner. The chef has worked and cooked with famous chefs all across the country and his entrees include a 21-Day Chicago Dry Aged New York Strip Steak and New Zealand Lamb Chops. Throw in some excellent sides and a variety of custom martinis and you have a great steak dinner. For drama, try the flaming Bananas Foster for dessert. The wine list features mostly Napa Valley cabernet sauvignons, zinfandels, and merlots. The service is dynamite and the place caters to locals and tourists. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Just the place to be |
317 Healdsburg Avenue Hotel Healdsburg Napa Valley, CA 95448 United States +1 707 431 0330 http://www.hotelhealdsburg.com DCK@hotelhealdsburg.com |
This place is perfect for a business meeting or a leisurely lunch. Amidst luxurious settings and arched ceilings, Chef Charlie Palmer cooks up delicious meals to make Dry Creek Kitchen a special restaurant. Known for its 'Pork and Beans', this restaurant is easy on the pocket. Try the Hog Island Oysters or the Prime Beef Ribeye. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Flawless Cuisine, Rustic Setting |
6640 Washington Street Napa Valley, CA 94599 United States +1 707 944 2380 / +1 800 944 1224 (Toll Free) http://www.frenchlaundry.com/ |
San Francisco locals are ignoring the city's best restaurants to flock to this countryside jewel, considered to be one of the best establishments in America. According to reports, reservations should be made at least two months in advance. The exquisite American-French food defies description or convention. Appetizers include Poached Moulard Duck, Foie Gras au Torchon with Port-braised Mission Fig, and Adriatic Fig Salad. Entrees include Sirloin of Fallow Venison wrapped in Applewood and Smoked Bacon with sweet carrot puree. The French Laundry's extraordinary food is exceeded only by its excellent service. Patrons are always impressed by the breath and depth of knowledge of Master Sommelier Paul Roberts, whose recommendations are as tasteful as they are informative. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fish in the Middle of Wine Country |
641 Main Street Napa Valley, CA 94574 United States +1 707 963 0700 http://www.gofishrestaurant.net/ info@gofishrestaurant.net |
The brainchild of Cindy Pawlcyn, Go Fish is an elegant restaurant dedicated to seafood. The decor is a breezy and crisp. White is the central color with accents of blue, reminiscent of being out at sea. Tables are plush booths, unless you're at the sushi bar. The sushi bar is large and pristine, a world away from the dining room. Service at the sushi bar is attentive and personalized. Only the freshest fish are handled and served - all with immaculate precision. The menu is large offering traditional surf & turf and fish & chips. The real treats occur in dishes that fuse Californian and Pacific Rim flavors, like in the Chili Lime Gulf Prawns served with egg noodles and a red-curry coconut broth. Whether its lunch or dinner, Go Fish is refreshing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Julia calls the shots |
500 First Street Napa Valley, CA 94559 United States +1 707 265 5700 http://www.juliaskitchen.org/ mail@copia.org |
Conceived as both a preeminent dining and learning experience Julia's Kitchen, the main dining room at COPIA offers exquisite cuisine prepared in an expansive open kitchen. The casually chic restaurant is named after famed cook and author Julia Child. She is most famous for bringing French cuisine and technique into American mainstream through her various cookbooks and television programs. The restaurant continues Child's tradition by creating menus infused with French tastes and seasonal ingredients. The motto here is "from the garden to the table." Premium ingredients, herbs and produce, are grown and hand-picked from Copia's organic gardens. Menus - the Tasting Menu and Movie Menu, for example, are created daily to reflect the freshest seasonal ingredients. The wine list, as you'd expect in Napa Valley, is extensive. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Grilled Specialties |
6518 Washington St Napa Valley, CA 94599 United States +1 707 944 1500 |
This Yountville restaurant is a place to find rich, flavorful barbecue. Its specialty is meats and poultry cooked over a blend of walnut, almond and cherry woods via a grill, rotisserie and smoker. Enjoy lunch or dinner inside an intimate dining room next to the warm fireplace or al fresco on patio overlooking the Wine Country. Some items to try: Housemade Potato Chips with a Blue Cheese Sauce, Grilled Hawaiian Tuna with Lemon Aioli and Baby Back Ribs prepared with Fred's 22-spice BBQ rub. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine Wine and Dine |
1001 Westside Road Napa Valley, CA 95448 United States +1 707 433 4231 http://www.madronamanor.com/re... info@madronamanor.com |
Placed within Madrona Manor Inn, the restaurant is one of the Top 5 Restaurants in Napa and Sonoma County. With Victorian backdrop, candle light, delicious wine to complement the cuisine, the atmosphere is more than inviting. The restaurant has 3 different dinning areas one of them being alfresco. Apart from the custom menu the restaurant also features a separate tasting menu along with an extensive wine list. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Yankee Doodle Classic! |
1347 Main Street Napa Valley, CA 94574 United States +1 707 963 3799 http://www.marketsthelena.com npeyton@covad.net |
This casual dining eatery offers American Classics at an absurdly low price. Must haves include the scrumptious Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Champagne Battered Fish and Chips Fresh Dungeness Crab Cake. You will need to visit many times to cover the extensive menu. The lip smacking dessert menu comprises of Homemade Butterscotch Pudding and Chocolate Cookies or Market S'Mores made at your table with the melting chocolate and delicious Graham Crackers. The menu changes seasonally so go ahead and make your taste buds happy! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Celebrating Napa Valley's History |
1245 Spring St (at Oak) Napa Valley, CA 94574 United States +1 707 963 2233 http://www.martinihouse.com info@martinihouse.com |
Enjoy a fine meal at Martini House. Set in the beautiful wine country of St Helena, dine indoors or on the outdoor patio around the fountain. Inspired by Napa Valley's Native American and wine-making history, Martini House is a classic, comfortable and elegant place to taste local traditional cuisine and sip on rare and delicious wines. Enjoy lunch or dinner made from farm-raised meats and organic produce. Mushroom lovers can choose from a specialty mushroom tasting menu. Lunch selections include items like Sauteed Prawns with Saffron Gnocchi and the Grilled Kobe Beef Cheeseburger. Choose from dinner entrees such as the Sonoma Duck Breast and Butter Basted Local Halibut. The wine bar downstairs features a 600-bottle international wine list with selections from Napa Valley and areas around the world. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ideal for wine lovers |
6795 Washington St Washington Square Napa Valley, CA 94599 United States +1 707 944 8686 http://www.napavalleygrille.com/ Yountville@NapaValleyGrille.com |
The restaurant is famous for its award-winning wine list that only features the best of the Wine Country, including many rare and older vintages. Dine alfresco on a floral-lined patio or admire the view from inside. The decor is a bit stiff, but the strict neutral colors are softened with the abundant presence of florals. The ambiance, however, is romantic and chic enough to bring clients. The menu focuses on flavor, where it is in pastas and risottos, or exotic meats like boar and ostrich. The menu changes regularly to take advantage of fresh, seasonal ingredients. For lighter fare, enjoy small plates offered at the bar. Stop in on Thursday night for Sliders Night when a special slider-beer combination is offered. Located directly off of Highway 29, it's an easy find for both locals and tourists. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Casual and spacious |
1339 Pearl St Suite 104 Napa Valley, CA 94559 United States +1 707 224 9161 http://www.therestaurantpearl.com pearl@therestaurantpearl.com |
This comfortable and cozy restaurant is filled with vibrant colors and visually compelling artwork. Favorite treats include a dish of six oysters, as well as the homemade tortillas. The place caters mostly to locals who come in for the New York Steak Au Poivre and the many pasta and fish specials. The wine list is superb, concentrating on several local varietals and topping out at USD45 for the most expensive bottle. It is a spacious and casual place to dine with incredible service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Napa Valley Innovation |
807, Main Street Napa Valley, CA 94559 United States +1 707 252 4474 http://www.pilarnapa.com/ pilier@comcast.net |
At Pilar, located in downtown Napa, innovation is the name of the game. The lunch menu, while paying homage to home cookin' with items as simple as a ham 'n' cheese sandwich, also features inventions as exotic as crab tostadas and lamb lasagna. At dinner, meals are a bit less linguistically whimsical, but no less elegant. Venison flank steak, pan-fried sand dabs and day boat scallops are just a few of the choice offerings you might find on a visit to this culinary mecca. Dessert brings a whole selection of favorites, once again perked up with helpings of fresh fruit and other bits of goodness. Don't forget the expertly assembled beer and wine lists. Also, Pilar offers cooking class for a $35 fee. Visit their website for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Casual and cool |
587 St. Helena Highway South Highway 29 Napa Valley, CA 94574 United States +1 707 967 0550 http://www.presssthelena.com/ kate@presssthelena.com |
This top-notch restaurant is as famous for its view as for meats and seafood. Trees and flowers frame the exterior, while floor-to-ceiling wine racks, huge chairs and crystal accessories add to the cozy ambiance created by the roaring fireplace indoors. The food here is as delicious as it looks - you will find yourself eating your way through roasts and grills, casseroles and delicious desserts (the Baked Alaska comes highly recommended!). The wine list is a surprise, for it features some rare vintages alongside local varietals. The staff is friendly and informative, if a little tardy. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cocktails and tit-bits |
1650, Soscol Avenue Napa Valley, CA 94559 United States +1 707 224 2330 http://www.cuveenapa.com/ noelcuvee@yahoo.com |
Offering a lot of wines from their boastful list, the restaurant also has happy hours for the ale-loving diners. Expect authentic American cuisine here with house specials such as barbecue pork ribs and chicken dishes of the day. Currently on the same location as the former 'Budo', Restaurant Cuvee has the same owners. Reservations are not absolutely necessary, though preferred. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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From the Valley's Plate |
755 Silverado Trail Napa Valley, CA 94515 United States +1 707 226 0800 http://www.solagecalistoga.com... reservations@solagecalistoga.com |
Solbar is a bistro style restaurant located in the Solage Resort. Placed in Napa valley all the delicacies are picked fresh from the valleys natural basket. The Food served here carries the seasonal flavors and ingredients that work well to give you a wonderful dining experience. With the wooden interiors and subtle lighting inside or the scenic view provided outside, dining here will be memorable. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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No Reservations Required |
933 Main Street Napa Valley, CA 94574 United States +1 707 963 3486 http://www.taylorsrefresher.co... shmanager@taylorsrefresher.com |
The Napa Valley is known for its world-renowned restaurants and wine but little is known about local diamonds like Taylor's. Classic diner food - burgers, fries, onion rings, and shakes - is served. Diner food, however, takes on a new life: fresh, local meats and veggies are used to ensure maximum flavor and quality. Essentially it's a burger stand with a line around the corner. Service is quick and the time spent in line can be used to take in picturesque, quaint St. Helena. All seating is outdoor. In true Napa fashion, wine, as well as beer, is served. The food is reason enough, though the miles of scenic vineyards and rolling hills doesn't hurt, to make the drive up Highway 29. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stone-walled restaurant |
1345 Railroad Avenue Napa Valley, CA 94574 United States +1 707 963 8931 http://www.terrarestaurant.com/ |
Dine amidst stone walls in this elegant, romantic setting. Enjoy delights such as the sake-marinated Chilean Sea Bass or the Grilled Squab. The cuisine is a cross between French, Italian and Californian infused with Asian flavors. The restaurant was awarded a Mondavi Award of Culinary Excellence. The wine list is extraordinary, offering a huge variety of local wines and topping out at USD350 for the most expensive bottle. It is a great place for a splendid romantic dinner with impeccable service. In 2007, the inaugural year of the Michelin Guide San Francisco, Bay Area & Wine Country, Terra was awarded a Michelin Star. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lunch at the Club House |
1600 Atlas Peak Rd Silverado Country Club Napa Valley, CA 94558 United States +1 707 257 0200 http://www.silveradoresort.com/ info@silveradoresort.com |
Located in the Club House at the golf course, this is a relaxing spot for either breakfast before a game, a leisurely lunch, or a place to relax after the game with a drink. Casual dress, including tennis or golf attire, is appropriate. The breakfast menu features a nice variety of egg dishes, fresh fruit, pancakes and waffles. Lunch offerings include a soup and salad bar, inventive salads, sandwiches, burgers and light entrees. Try the Chilled Grilled Chicken Salad with Hawaiian Pesto served with fresh papaya and a yogurt dressing, or the Twice-Cooked Baby Back Ribs Huli Huli-style. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Charming and cosmopolitan |
1226 Washington St Napa Valley, CA 94515 United States +1 707 942 4712 http://www.wappobar.com wappo@napanet.net |
This fabulous place offers Asian cuisine with a California twist. It has received rave reviews from Sunset, Gourmet, USA Today, and The Wine Enthusiast. With an uncompromising wine list that includes a 1997 Marcassin Chardonnay at USD195 and a menu with hits like Roast Rabbit with Mustard Cream and Braised Milk-fed Veal Shanks with White Wine, it is hard to go wrong. This is a relaxed but sophisticated bistro where you can dine outside in the garden by the fountain or have an intimate meal inside. It is an excellent and eclectic place with dynamite service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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