City of Napa, Mount Veeder, Oak Knoll

Oak Knoll District in City of Napa

Oak Knoll District

The Napa Valley is an appellation, which means that the climate and terrain have a distinct impact on grapes grown here causing certain characteristics to shine through, compared to grapes grown elsewhere in the world.  The wines made from grapes grown here are internationally admired, and this is a great place to come wine tasting and have some fun.

In addition to all of Napa Valley being an appellation, there are actually 15 other subappellations within the valley as well.  If you read below, you will see our favorite wine tasting rooms and food destinations in the city of Napa, as well as two appellations, Mount Veeder and the Oak Knoll District.

Favorite Tasting Rooms in the City of Napa, Mount Veeder, and the Oak Knoll District

Falcor – One of several tasting rooms in Napa’s Corporate Park at the south end of the city, this winery and tasting salon also offers a food and wine pairing with 48 hours’ notice.  We really like their Trosseau Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, and their Bordeaux-style blend Le Bijou.  2511 Napa Valley Corporate Drive, Suite 115  (888) 402-9463.

Hendry – This family-owned estate winery makes consistently delicious wine across ten different varietals and the lessons learned from more than 70 harvests on this property come through on the palate.  While we are always impressed by their entire spectrum of wines, our favorites include the unoaked Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Blocks 7 and 22 Zinfandel, Primitivo, and the Block 8 Cabernet Sauvignon.  3104 Redwood Road, Napa  (707) 226-8320  [reservation required]

Hess Persson Estates – One of the first 10 wineries to receive certification for the Napa Green Winery program, Hess Collection winery also houses an interesting modern art collection based on 20 living artists.  The most reliable wines here are the Mount Veeder Chardonnay, the Hess Collection Cabernet Sauvignon, and the 19 Block Cuvee.  4411 Redwood Road, Napa  (707) 255-1144

Hyde de Villaine (HdV) – This is a family venture between Larry Hyde of Napa Valley (owner of Hyde Vineyards in Carneros) and Aubert & Pamela de Villaine of Burgundy (Aubert de Villaine is one of Burgundy’s most recognized individuals, born and raised in the rich traditions of France’s greatest winemaking techniques).  The winemaker, Stéphane Vivier, was born and raised in France and joined HdV in 2002.  We were most enamored by their Chardonnays and a Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon blend called “Belle Cousine.”   588 Trancas Street, Napa  (707-251-9121)  [reservation required] 

John Anthony Vineyards – Small family winery offering wines from vineyards in the Oak Knoll District, Carneros and Coombsville regions with a convenient tasting room next to the Avia Hotel.  Very nice Sauvignon Blanc, and an impressive Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc as well.  1440 First Street, Napa  (707) 265-7711

Judd’s Hill – Son of pioneering vintners Art and Bunnie Finkelstein, Judd Finkelstein and his wife Holly hand-craft delicious wines at the southern end of Silverado Trail where they limit their production to 3000 cases per year.  The Cabernet Sauvignons shine here.  2332 Silverado Trail, Napa  (707) 255-2332  [reservation required]

O’Brien Estate – When you visit this 33 acre estate, you will have a friendly and casual wine tasting experience in the owners’ backyard sitting at picnic tables under oak trees.   After you fall in love with the wines (which you will) you should come back in July for their “Date Night at the Drive-In,” an event where they serve food and wine and then show a movie on the side of their barn.  We especially like their Chardonnay, Merlot, Flirtation Rosé, and Seduction Bordeaux Blend.   1200 Orchard Avenue, Napa  (707) 252-8463  [reservation required]

Outland Tasting Room – This 3-wineries-in-1 contemporary tasting room in downtown Napa features delicious wines from POE WinesForlorn Hope and Farella Vineyard.  The wines produced by those three wineries may cover an array of varietals, but the winemakers share a common belief that wines should be produced with minimal interference and allowed to show their unique varietal characteristics.  Our favorites include the Farella Merlot and Malbec, Forlorn Hope Picpoul and St. Laurent, and Poe Ferrington Chardonnay.  Usually open Thursday to Monday, from 1 pm to 7 pm, but hours may be reduced in the winter.  920 Franklin Street, Napa  (707) 227-1227  [reservation required for parties of 7 or more]

Robert Biale Vineyards – One of California’s best Zinfandel producers, this winery has a great story behind their Black Chicken Zinfandel wine. Several of their wines are so popular that only wine club members are able to buy them. Our favorites here are their Sangiovese and the wide range of Zinfandels (Aldo’s Vineyard, Black Chicken, Old Crane Ranch, Grande, Monte Rosso, Stagecoach, and Valsecchi, to name a few).  4038 Big Ranch Road, Napa  (707) 257-7555 [reservation required]

Robert Craig Winery – Come here!  The owners are lovely, the hospitality staff are friendly, and the wines are just awesome. This is your opportunity to learn how terroir can influence the same grape varietal, as Robert Craig makes separate Cabernet Sauvignons from Mount Veeder, Howell Mountain, Diamond Mountain, Spring Mountain, and also makes a Bordeaux-style Cabernet Sauvignon blend called Affinity. We love all of their Cabernets, and the Gap’s Crown Vineyard Chardonnay and Howell Mountain Zinfandel (from Black Sears vineyard) are also excellent. Although the Robert Craig winery is up on Howell Mountain, their tasting salon is in the city of Napa. On a very limited basis, reservations for tastings at the Howell Mountain winery may be arranged.  1553 2nd Street, Napa  (707) 252-2250  [reservation required] 

Trefethen Family Vineyards – This winery was originally built in 1886 as Eschol Winery, by the person who designed other classic wineries such as Greystone (now the Culinary Institute of America), Far Niente, and Inglenook.  The Trefethens purchased this property in 1968 and restored it, and it is now on the National Register of Historic Places.  The Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon are particularly impressive here.  1160 Oak Knoll Avenue, Napa  (866) 895-7696  [reservation required for parties of 7 or more]

Y Rousseau WinesThis small family-owned winery produces food-friendly wines made in the Old World French Style.  We really enjoy the traditional Napa wines (Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon) at Y Rousseau but there is a soft spot in our hearts for the less commonly found varietals Colombard and Tannat that are crafted into absolutely stunning treats here.  Winemaker/Owner Yannick Rousseau and his wife Susan opened their tasting room in May 2013 and we strongly encourage you to visit.   902 Enterprise Way, Suite O, Napa  415-713-4203   [reservation required]

 

Favorite Food Stops in the City of Napa, Mount Veeder, and the Oak Knoll District

Andie’s Café – Popular with locals for decades, this very small restaurant is next to a car wash so it’s fairly easy to spot.  Known for using quality ingredients, they serve breakfast starting at 7 am (8 am on weekends) but they’re most famous for their burgers.  Andie’s has 1/3 lb or ½ pound versions made with fresh ground chuck include a Cheese Burger, Bacon and Blue Cheese Burger, Spicy Chipotle Burger, Western Burger and the Andie’s Burger (Grilled Onions, Grilled Mushrooms, Avocado and Jack Cheese.  Sides include Fries, Garlic Fries, Sweet Potato Fries and Onion Rings.  1042 Freeway Drive, Napa  (707) 259-1107

Angèle Restaurant and Bar – French Country restaurant housed in an old boathouse, offering wine, cocktails, and great Bistro food either inside a rustic yet elegant dining room or outside on a large riverfront terrace along the Napa River.  The menu evolves based on seasonal choices, and is executed well.  How French?  Depending on season, menu items will include Oysters, Escargots, Housemade Patés, Steak Tartare, Crispy Veal Shortbreads, Salade Lyonnaise, Niçoise Salad, Croque Monsieur, Steak Frites, Moules Frites, and Duck Confit.  540 Main Street, Napa  (707) 252-8115

Azzurro Pizzeria e Enoteca – This downtown Napa restaurant from a former Chef de Cuisine and partner at Tra Vigne and his wife offers a simple and comfortable design, with the feeling of a traditional Italian pizzeria.  Salads include Caesar, Wedge, Spinach, Panzanella (with Bouchon Bread) and Steak (with Five Dot Ranch Flat Iron).  For Pizzas, the Margherita, Salsiccia, Verde, and Funghi ones are sure bets or you can split the difference and try of the Manciatas: baked dough with a salad on top. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week, and if you need to feed a large party there’s a community table here you can reserve in advance.   1260 Main Street, Napa  (707) 255-5552 

Bistro Don Giovanni – This is a Napa Valley institution offering rustic Italian fare using herbs, vegetables and produce from local farmers and ranches that raise humanely-treated, free-roaming livestock and poultry.  Fritto Misto, Carpaccio, Pizzas, Spaghetti & Clams, Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli with Lemon Cream, Rigatoni Bolognese, and Grilled Berkshire Pork Chop are excellent choices if you have trouble deciding. The bar menu features hundreds of Napa Valley and Italian wines, as well as cocktails such as Italian Greyhound, Pear Drop, Sazerac Cocktail, Bellini and Moscow Mule.  4110 Howard Lane, Napa  (707) 224-3300

Carpe Diem Wine Bar – This sophisticated yet casual wine bar and restaurant in downtown Napa offers seasonally changing items under Executive Chef Scott Kendall.  The Main Menu includes a Carpe Diem Salad with Candied Walnuts, Smoked Trout Salad, Charred Octopus, Harissa Spiced Fries, Ostrich Burger, Diver Scallops and Shrimp & Grits.  We’re also big fans of the Happy Hour (Mon – Sat from 4-6 pm) with $2 off draft beers, selected glasses of wine for $7 each, and options such as Truffled Popcorn, the Carpe Diem Salad and the Roasted Mushroom Flatbread.  1001 2nd Street, Napa  (707) 224-0800 

Celadon – Another award-winning restaurant in the historic Napa Mill, Celadon offers global comfort food in two locations: a lovely dining room inside, or a charming and sheltered courtyard outside.  Lunch and Dinner offerings include Pork Belly “Bahn Mi” Sliders, Dungeness Crab Cakes, Endive and Pear Salad, Pan-Roasted Mussels, Grilled Chicken Club, Top Sirloin Steak, Moroccan-Braised Lamb Shank, and a 5-Spice Duck Breast. For dessert, aim for the Lemon Meringue Pie with Grand Mariner Sauce or the Cheesecake with Huckleberry Compote.  500 Main St, Suite G, Napa  (707) 254-9690

Cole’s Chop House – If you are looking for a Great American Steak House, come on over to this one located in the Williams-Keyser building since its opening in 2000. The usually-crowded restaurant features 21-day Dry-Aged Prime Steaks, Black Angus Beef, formula-fed Veal, New Zealand Lamb and fresh Seafood.  There are sides (including Creamed Spinach, Sautéed Mushrooms and Baked Potato) and plenty of sauces to choose from, such as Béarnaise, Brandy & Green Peppercorn, Wild Mushroom Bordelaise, and Point Reyes Blue Cheese Compound Butter.  FYI, Cole’s is also recognized as a “Great Bourbon Bar of America” with over 175 hand-selected bourbons so come enjoy some pours or flights.    1122 Main Street, Napa  (707) 224-6328

Compline – This downtown wine bar, restaurant, and wine retail shop from Master Sommelier Matt Stamp and Ryan Stetins is open Wedesday through Monday. The retail shop (open 10 am to 11 pm) offers interesting wines from across the globe, with most bottles priced from $10-$40.  The restaurant has wowed us with our favorite dishes including Duck Fat Fries, Stone Fruit Salad, Tostones Con Pollo (on Fried Plantains), Hangar Steak with Chimichurri Sauce, Grilled Chicken, and the Burger with Cheddar and Grilled Onions. If you’re looking for one more glass of outstanding wine, please note that the Wine Bar stays open until midnight (except for Tuesdays, obviously).  Compline also offers many wine classes and other events so be sure to check out their online calendar.  1300 First Street, Suite 312, Napa  (707) 492-8150  

Forge Pizza – Napa is the third location for The Forge, featuring wood-fired cooking specializing in Neapolitan-style pizza and American classics. Dishes are based on high quality local, organic, and seasonal ingredients, and nearly 80% of the menu items are prepared using the imported Italian Valoriani oven. Our favorites are the Salads (Watermelon, Caesar, Beet) and the Pizzas (Margherita, Pepperoni, Mushroom and Sausage, Cauliflower). Next to the dining room are 3 cornhole game courts, a bocce court, and a large dog-friendly patio.  155 Gasser Drive, Suite B, Napa  (707) 927-3394 

Frida’s Mexican Grill – Named after Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, this casual restaurant with great service was established in 2007 by Owner and Executive Chef Arturo Delgadillo.  The menu features authentic Mexican cuisine such as Street Tacos, Sopa de Tortilla, Carnitas, Pollo Mole, Chile Verde, Steak Encebollado and Enchiladas Suizas.  Weekdays, the “Locals Lunch Specials” include Cobb Salad, Tostada Mexican, Traditional Taco Salad, Cup of Soup and a Taco, or Nachos (with Shredded Beef or Shredded Chicken) for under $10.  We’re also big fans of Happy Hour here, from 3 pm to 6 pm, 7 days a week.  1533 Trancas Street, Napa  (707) 252-3575

Fumé Bistro & Bar – This friendly casual restaurant is a little north of downtown Napa, off of Highway 29, and has a loyal local following. The seasonally-inspired menu boasts ingredients from the farmer’s market and regional growers.  Our favorite dishes include the Wood Oven Roasted Artichoke, Onion Rings, Iceberg Wedge Salad, Pear Salad, Smoked Chicken Penne, BBQ Baby Back Ribs, and the Grilled Pork Chop.  Also, the weekend Brunch menu is huge so you should be able to find something for everyone (including Bellini, Mimosa or Bloody Mary beverages).  4050 Byway East, Napa  (707) 257-1999

Gott’s Roadside Cafe – This local institution originally gained fame for gourmet burgers and fries made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients under the name “Taylor’s Refresher”.  The beverage menu includes glasses of wine, craft beers, or you can match your cheeseburger and fries with an excellent shake made with Three Twins’ ice cream.  Other menu choices include favorites such as Niman Ranch Hot Dogs, Ahi Burger, Crispy Teriyaki Chicken Sandwiches, or salads such as Kale, Cobb, Falafel, or Vietnamese Chicken. There are now seven Gott’s: the original in St. Helena, this one, and then five other branches in San Francisco, Palo Alto, Marin, Walnut Creek and at the San Francisco airport.   644 1st Street, Napa  (707) 224-6900 

Grace’s Table – This cheerful Napa bistro is a recognized “Michelin Bib Gourmand” restaurant, serving dishes from around the world with a focus on France, Italy and the Americas. Favorite menu items include Seared Ahi Salad, Southwest Tamale, Kobe Steak Sandwich, Cassoulet and Chili d’Espelette Fries. Happy Hour here on weekdays from 3 to 6 pm has an extensive list of options including Onion Rings, Frickles, Macaroni and Cheese, Tacos and an Argentine Empanada.  1400 Second Street, Napa  (707) 226-6200

Gran/Eléctrica – First Brooklyn, now Napa. A hit restaurant in the heart of the DUMBO neighborhood has now branched out all the way to California with dishes rooted in seasonal ingredients and authentic Mexican cooking and techniques. Inspired by artist Jose Guadalupe Posada, the wallpaper reflects Day of the Dead themes featuring Napa Valley landmarks.  The beverage program here features tequila and mezcal by small-batch and artisan distillers. We suggest you start with either the House or Cucumber Margarita, and we also recommend the Vegetable Tacos and Carnitas Tacos. The Happy Hour here (weekdays between 5 pm and 6:30 pm) offers $2 off the Tacos and a reduced price for the House Margarita.   1313 Main Street, Napa  (707) 258-1313   

Heritage Eats – Highlighting flavors from around the world, this is a globally-inspired, fast-fine restaurant serving sandwiches, salads, wraps, rice bowls and more. The food is fresh and delicious and popular items include Bánh Mì Dutch Crunch Sandwich, Chicken Tikka Masala Wrap, Crispy Falafel Pita, Reggae Chicken Bao and Baja Shrimp Tacos. The Children’s Manu includes Grilled Cheese, Quesadilla and a PB&J.  Second location in Stanford, soon to be a third location in Walnut Creek.  3824 Bel Aire Plaza, Napa  (707) 226-3287

Il Posto Trattoria – This family-style Trattoria serves comfort Italian food in a location that had been almost everything except a restaurant over the years (paint store, jean store, etc.) before Il Posto opened in 2012. You can find the expected dishes here prepared well (Garlic Bread, Pizza, Rigatoni with Meatballs, Spaghetti e Vongole, Eggplant Parmigiana) but it’s the less-common dishes we are most impressed by here (seasonal variations on Burrata and Bruschetta dishes, Tagliarini with the house “Papa” Sauce, Penne in a Walnut Sauce with Crumbled Biscotti, and Orecchiette with Italian Sausage, Cauliflower, and Red Cabbage). They have a daily Happy Hour from 4 pm to 6 pm, and complimentary corkage on Wednesdays.  4211 Solano Avenue, Napa  (707) 251-8600

Kitchen Door – It’s been over five years since Chef Todd Humphries and partner Richard Miyashiro, who last opened Martini House in St. Helena, created this foodie- and family-friendly restaurant at Oxbow Public Market.  The food is seasonal, ingredient-driven, multi-ethnic comfort food. Come for items such as Deviled Eggs, Cream of Mushroom Soup (holdover from Martini House), Wood-Fired Chicken Wings, Chef’s Salad, Lahmajun Flatbread, Korean-Style Short Ribs, and Bouillabaisse.  Brunch, on weekends, offers Buttermilk Pancakes, Eggs Benedict, Biscuits and Sausage Gravy and more.  Soon to re-open in a new location in downtown Napa  (707) 226-1560 

La Taberna – A modern take on a classic Spanish tavern, La Taberna offers a place to drink, chat with friends and enjoy honest good food. It’s also a sister restaurant to Zuzu.  The drink menu here includes beer, cider, wine, cocktails, and over a dozen Sherries to choose from. The food menu is inspired by Latin-infused flavors, with favorites including Jamon Iberico de Bellota, Mushrooms ala Plancha, Patatas Bravas and Tetilla and Honey Empanadas. Closed on Mondays.  815 Main Street, Napa (707) 224-5151

La Taquiza – High-quality fish tacos are the name of the game at this Mexican casual dining restaurant in Redwood Plaza (aka “where Vallergas was”).  The fish here can be prepared either “California Style” which is seasoned and grilled, or “Baja Style” which is battered and fried.  Oysters and Octopus dishes are on the menu too, as well as Chicken, Carnitas and Carne Asada.  In addition to Tacos, the menu includes Ceviche, Burritos, Salads and Bowls.  All of the dressings and salsas are made in-house too.  2007 Redwood Road, Suite 104, Napa  (707) 224-2320

La Toque – Chef Ken Frank’s elegant restaurant has earned a Michelin Star every year they have been awarded in Wine Country, and is only open for dinner (and an occasional special-event Brunch).  Reservations are strongly suggested, and the Smart Casual Dress Code means jackets for men aren’t technically required but that’s the level of attire you should be expecting to wear. The dining menu evolves constantly in order to show off seasonal ingredients, but you can either create your own multi-course experience or go with the nine-course Chef’s Degustation Menu or a seven-course Vegetable Tasting Menu. La Toque is also famous for its extravagant All Black Truffle Menus, typically in January and sometimes in the summer.  1314 McKinstry Street, Napa  (707) 257-5157

Live Fire Pizza – One of the newest restaurants at Oxbow, Live Fire’s menu features artisan wood-fire baked pizzas and wine country-inspired small plates. A Napa Valley-focused wine list, craft brews and Equator coffee are ready for you as well.  Our favorite pizzas include the Margherita, Bianca (Prosciutto San Danielle, Ricotta, Arugula), and Pepperoni and Peppers (made with Roasted Gypsy Peppers).  We also recommend the Fried Brussels Sprouts and Cauliflower, and cheesy Meatball Sandwich.  On weekends, the Live Fire menu features Breakfast Pizza, Yogurt with Fresh Fruit, and an excellent Ricotta Toast with Honey and Roasted Bananas.  Oxbow Public Market, 610 1st Street, Napa  (707) 346-3993

Napa Valley Bistro – Opened in 2013 by friends and chefs Bernardo Ayala and Ernesto Martinez, this family-friendly comfortable space is open for Lunch and Dinner (and Brunch on Sundays). Menu items feature seasonal and sustainably raised products from local farms, while the recipes come from around the world including Vegetarian Spring Rolls, Dungeness Crab Louie, Chinese Chicken Salad, Chilaquiles, Potato Mascarpone Gnocchi, Fallon Hills Lamb Burger and St. Louis Ribs. Happy Hour (Tuesday through Thursday, 3:30 to 6 pm, Friday 3:30 to 5 pm) specials include choices such as BBQ Pork Sliders, Chicken Empanadas, and Ozzie’s Fries (dressed in Chili Garlic Sauce and Feta Cheese).   975 Clinton Street, Napa  (707) 666-2383 

Napa Valley Coffee Roasting Company – The Napa Valley Coffee Roasting Company first opened its doors in Napa in 1985 and added a second location in St. Helena in 1991. They roast their coffee in 20-pound batches, ensuring the highest possible quality, and carry nine single-origin coffees from Indonesia, Africa, and the Americas. The Napa Valley Coffee Roasting Company creates signature blends for Napa Valley’s prestigious restaurants and wineries as well as proprietary blends for non-profit organizations and charities. Open daily from 6:30 am until 7 pm for walk-in customers, you can also purchase their coffee online and/or join their Coffee Club for monthly shipments.  948 Main Street, Napa  (707) 224-2233 or 1400 Oak Avenue, St. Helena  (707) 963-4491

Norman Rose Tavern – Looking for a neighborhood pub featuring American classics, with cocktails and an extensive beer selection, that also has TVs showing the game? This is your place. If you’re not in the mood for their excellent Fish and Chips, then maybe a Five Dot Ranch Cheeseburger or Hot Dog will hit the spot. Other menu items include multiple Salads, a Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich, and a Reuben. Your side dish options include Fries prepared four different ways – Natural (Sea Salt and Pepper), BBQ, Truffle & Parmesan, or “Disco” (with pork sausage gravy and cheddar cheese).  1401 First Street, Napa  (707) 258-1516

Oenotri – This excellent Southern Italian restaurant features a daily changing menu of rustic dishes built around the freshest local product available. The pizzas are baked in a wood-burning oven, the breads are made fresh daily, the pastas are handmade and the menu also features over 20 different types of house-made Salumi (including Bresaola, Genoa, Lomo, Milano, Nduja, Noce and Soppressata). With a constantly changing menu it’s hard to recommend specifics but we are never disappointed in the Pizzas and Pastas here. If you’re looking for a restaurant wine list with a huge selection of Italian wines, you’ve found it here.  1425 First Street, Napa  (707) 252-1022

Oxbow Public Market – This popular market of specialty merchants seems to have one of everything you could possibly need.  Excellent quality purveyors of meat (Five Dot Ranch), charcuterie (Fatted Calf), breads (Model Bakery), cheese (Oxbow Cheese and Wine Merchant), spices (Whole Spice), cupcakes (Kara’s Cupcakes), coffee (Ritual Coffee Roasters), wine (Oxbow Cheese and Wine Merchant) and produce (Hudson Greens and Goods) are all here.  If you’re hungry for something else, you can also choose between oysters (Hog Island Oyster Company), cheeseburgers (Gott’s Roadside Cafe) or tacos (C Casa).  610 and 644 First Street, Napa

Pasta Prego Trattoria – Chef Marco Ruiz left Piatti in 1991 to open Pasta Prego, a popular Italian restaurant serving Napa residents and visitors until 2010. New owner Matthew Miersch is a 3rd generation Napan who also owns a local real estate company. Mr. Miersch and Chef Ruiz now present Pasta Prego in a new location closer to downtown, in the Old Rossi’s Deli building. Open daily for dinner, you should try for the 10 bar seats if you can’t get a reservation in advance. We are fans of the Golden and Red Beet Salad, the Caesar Salad and the many pastas.  Fusilli with Sautéed Salmon and Black Olives, Spaghetti with Pancetta-Wrapped Grilled Prawns, Spaghetti Bolognese and Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli with Citrus Cream are all strong choices.  1502 Main Street, Napa  (707) 492-8026

Sweetie Pies Bakery – This retail and wholesale bakery has been selling delicious baked goods such as bars, cakes, cookies and pies direct to the public in the Hatt Building (also known as the Historic Napa Mill) since 2000. Breakfast items include Breakfast Sandwiches, Blueberry Pancakes and Quiche, and Lunch choices include Sandwiches, Soups and a Savory Vegetable Tart. For pies, you can choose between Apple with Crisp Topping, Lemon Meringue, Coconut Cream, Key Lime, Maple Pecan and more.  Open daily at 6:30 am, 7 am on Sundays.  520 Main Street, Napa  (707) 257-7280 

Tarla Mediterranean Grill – We love this Mediterranean restaurant, offering dishes originating from Turkey and Greece, using local, seasonal and organic fare wherever possible  It’s also one of our favorite places for Happy Hour (3 pm to 6 pm daily). Our favorites include the Greek Dip Trio with Pita, Greek Fries, Zucchini Cakes, Turkish Beef Meatballs, Greek Salad, Grilled Chicken Kebabs, and the Lamb Burger.  From 11 am to 3 pm on weekends, the Brunch menu includes a Garden Omelet, Fresh Crab Eggs Benedict, Beef and Lamb Doner Gyro, and Bottomless Mimosas (Orange, Grapefruit, Pomegranate or Cranberry).   1480 First Street, Napa  (707) 255-5599 

TORC – From Chef Sean O’Toole and his wife Cynthia, this contemporary American restaurant offers a sophisticated yet relaxed setting for dinner. The frequently-changing menu leverages the region’s bounty by using ingredients from venues such as Fiddler’s Green Farm, Iacopi Farm, Little Farm, Peach Farm and Schmitz Ranch.  Fish dishes here may come from high-quality sources such as Maine (Lobster, Diver Scallops) or Maryland (Soft Shell Crabs). Chef O’Toole is also a fan of Truffles, occasionally offering Truffle Shavings as an add-on to any menu item for an additional charge.  1140 Main Street, Napa  (707) 252-3292

Villa Corona – The place to go if you are looking for delicious, reasonably-priced, authentic Mexican food made with fresh ingredients. This casual restaurant was started by Ismael and Guillermina Villaseñor back in 1972 and their children now continue the family business (and there are also locations in St. Helena and Vacaville). The breakfast menu includes Chilaquiles, Huevos con Chorizo, Hueveos Rancheros, and a Machaca Burrito.  We tend to prefer the Burritos, Enchiladas and Tacos here overall.  3614 Bel Aire Plaza, Napa  (707) 257-8685

ZuZu –  This very popular Tapas restaurant is in the Old Town district of Napa and their wine list offers a range of bottles uniquely suited for Tapas.  Or, you can elect for the house Sangria or one of the many Craft Beers available. The chefs at Zuzu use fresh, seasonal ingredients to prepare classic and modern Tapas that draw from the cuilinary traditions of Spain and South America. Watermelon Gazpacho, Jamon Iberico, Tortilla Española, Bacalao, Pimientos de Padron, Albondigas, and the Gambas al Ajillo are just some of the reliable selections here.  829 Main Street, Napa  (707) 224-8555

Other Links

Mount Veeder Appellation Council – Association of wineries and growers in the Mount Veeder AVA.

Napa Valley Vintners – Trade association promoting the Napa Valley appellation as the premiere winegrowing region.

Napa Valley Welcome Center – Helpful tourism center in downtown Napa at 1300 1st Street, #313.   (707) 251-5895

 

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