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Dining The guide was updated: 2024-11-04

Napa's dining scene is a delicious adventure, offering everything from upscale, Michelin-starred restaurants to cozy, homestyle spots that capture the region's spirit. The culinary landscape reflects the area’s rich agricultural heritage, with many eateries focusing on farm-to-table principles and seasonal ingredients. Here, you can savor gourmet dishes crafted from fresh produce, local meats, and artisan cheeses, all while enjoying the stunning vineyard views that have made Napa famous worldwide.

Allegria

Allegria

Ristorante Allegria combines Old World charm with a modern twist on Italian-Californian cuisine in a unique setting—a beautifully restored 1916 bank building with high ceilings and historic architectural details. The menu highlights house-made pastas like Tagliatelle alla Bolognese and Wild Mushroom Ravioli, alongside flavorful entrées such as Herb-Roasted Chicken and Filet Mignon with a port wine reduction. The standout Napa cabbage salad brings a local touch to these Italian classics. Diners can savor their meal within the ambiance of the original bank vault or opt for a table on the charming outdoor patio.

Mustards Grill

Mustards Grill

A Napa staple since 1983, Mustards Grill highlights seasonal ingredients and features a wood-burning grill, creating standout dishes like the Mongolian pork chop, BBQ baby back ribs, and Niman Ranch hamburgers. The Dungeness crab cakes and the famous lemon-lime tart are highly recommended.

Grace's Table

Grace's Table

Grace's Table invites diners on a culinary journey through global flavors, blending influences from France, South America, and Mediterranean cuisines in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The menu offers a delightful variety of dishes, including comforting favorites like Matzo Ball Soup, Spaghetti and Meatballs, and French Steak Frites, together with a carefully curated wine list.

Hog Island Oyster Co

Hog Island Oyster Co

Located in the bustling Oxbow Public Market, Hog Island Oyster Co. is a quintessential Napa stop for any seafood lover, offering the best of the ocean in an inviting, casual spot. Savor ultra-fresh oysters alongside Manila clams, Tomales Bay mussels, and seasonally inspired seafood chowder. Pair your meal with selections from Napa’s local wine scene or a creative cocktail, all while enjoying the lively atmosphere of the market.

Morimoto Napa

Morimoto Napa

Located in a chic space along the Napa River, Morimoto features an array of seasonal seafood and unique dishes, including creative sushi, sashimi, and inventive appetizers like the "Pork Belly Buns" and "Rock Shrimp Tempura." The menu also highlights hearty options like "Miso Glazed Black Cod" and various noodle dishes, all crafted with high-quality ingredients. Guests can complement their meal with a selection of artisanal cocktails or an extensive sake list.

Cole's Chop House

Cole's Chop House

Cole's Chop House is Napa's premier destination for steak lovers, celebrated for its classic American steakhouse vibe in a beautifully restored historic building. The restaurant offers an impressive menu featuring 21-day dry-aged USDA prime steaks, along with Midwestern corn-fed Black Angus beef and formula-fed veal. Guests can savor options like the famous New York steak or the bone-in ribeye, while seafood lovers can indulge in dishes like Maine lobster tail and New Zealand salmon. The extensive wine list highlights Napa Valley's finest, particularly its celebrated Cabernet Sauvignon.

Celadon

Celadon

Celadon showcases an award-winning menu of "Global Comfort Food," blending seasonal flavors from the Mediterranean, Asia, and the Americas. Located in the Historic Napa Mill, diners can enjoy dishes like heirloom tomato and burrata salad, Asian sticky ribs, and pan-roasted branzino, all in a cozy setting that features weathered brick walls and a charming courtyard.

Fumé Bistro & Bar

Fumé Bistro & Bar

Fumé Bistro & Bar is a local favorite known for its relaxed vibe and flavorful menu that blends American comfort food with French, Italian, and Mediterranean influences. You can dig into hearty options like the Fumé Meatloaf Burger or enjoy seasonal pizzas from their wood-burning oven.

Brix

Brix

Inspired by the local winemaking traditions and the bountiful gardens surrounding it, Brix presents farm-to-table Californian cuisine set against breathtaking vineyard views. Indulge in dishes like mushroom risotto and caramelized sea scallops paired with gourmet sides such as truffle fries and macaroni and cheese. Brix is especially popular for brunch, offering a laid-back atmosphere with outdoor seating that invites guests to soak in the beauty of the landscape.

FARM Restaurant + Bar

FARM Restaurant + Bar

FARM Restaurant + Bar channels the spirit of an Italian countryside retreat while showcasing the best of California’s farm-to-table fare. Surrounded by vineyards and gardens, FARM combines rustic charm with modern elegance, offering an inviting dining room, cathedral ceilings, and an expanded fireside patio that feels both intimate and open to the Napa landscape. The menu celebrates local, organic ingredients—often sourced from FARM’s own gardens and nearby Carneros farms. The wine list, curated with care, balances Napa classics with a handpicked selection of international labels.

Azzurro Pizzeria e Enoteca

Azzurro Pizzeria e Enoteca

For over two decades, Azzurro Pizzeria has been a local favorite in Napa for its authentic, thin-crust pizzas and killer pasta specialties. Alongside these, they serve seasonal antipasti, including bruschetta and artisanal salumi, as well as fresh, seasonal salads that reflect Napa's produce. Wash it all down with a nice selection of West Coast wines available by the glass,

Angèle Restaurant & Bar

Angèle Restaurant & Bar

Housed in a historic 1890s boathouse, Angèle is a riverfront bistro combining authentic French charm with a California twist. The ambiance is rustic yet refined, complete with warm lighting, wood beams, and an outdoor patio perfect for unwinding by the river. Angèle's menu leans toward classic French favorites like escargot, boeuf bourguignon, and their signature "hot dog" en croûte, served with crispy fries in a terracotta pot. The wine list highlights local Napa selections alongside French varietals, and the cocktail program draws inspiration from France’s classics.

Bistro Don Giovanni

Bistro Don Giovanni

Set just outside downtown Napa amid vineyards and olive trees, Bistro Don Giovanni offers inviting fireside dining indoors and a lush, fountain-centered terrace outside. It’s been a go-to spot for over 30 years, known for comforting Italian dishes like rigatoni Bolognese, lemon-cream ravioli, and the crispy Chicken Diavolo. The restaurant also features an extensive wine list with Napa favorites and global selections, making it perfect for savoring classic Italian flavors in wine country.

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