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The French Laundry (5 Glasses-Editor's Choice Vine Award)
The ultimate dining experience in Napa Valley and one of the best restaurants in the world. The French Laundry Restaurant has an intimate dining room with 17 tables. The dining time is 3-4 hours with three prix-fixe menus to choose from. |
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Auberge du Soleil (5 Glasses-Editor's Choice Vine Award)
Probably the most romantic restaurant in Napa Valley, Auberge du Soleil overlooks the Napa Valley giving diner's spectacular views of the valley. The food is French cuisine while drawing on inspiration from Napa Valley and surrounding areas.
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Domaine Chandon (5 Glasses-Editor's Choice Vine Award)
One of Napa Valley's premiere wineries is also one of the ultimate dining experiences. Diners can choose between the restaurant's signature seven-course tasting menu, which pairs different Chandon wines with each dish, or savor selections from their a-la-carte menu. |
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Martini House (4 out of 5 Glasses)
Drawing inspiration from Napa Valley favorites along with locally produced ingredients the Martini House showcases dishes such as Pan Roasted Wild Striped Bass, Saffron Gnocchi with Summer Truffles and their seasonal prix fixe menus . |
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Ristorante Tra Vigne(4 out of 5 Glasses)
Tra Vigne meaning "among the vines" brings its rich Italian influence to the Napa Valley. It's signature dishes include their home made gnocci, braised short ribs and polenta and of course it various pizzas.Tra Vigne makes its own fresh mozzarella and prosciutto, presses its own olive oil and grows its own table grapes along with sourcing the freshest ingredients to make your dining experience memorable. |
| Best Lunch /Quick Eats |
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Taylors' Refresher (3 out of 5 Glasses)
Not your ordinary hamburger stand Taylors' has it all including a full beer and wine list along with all of your usual favorites including milk shakes, onion rings and garlic fries. |
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Pizzeria Tra Vigne (3 out of 5 Glasses)
Living up to the Tra Vigne name, Pizzeria Tra Vigne has all of your favorite pizzas including the Margarita and some signature special pizzas including the Ducati and Positano. |
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Silverado Brewing Company (3 out of 5 Glasses)
American style ales and classic European lagers along with great pub style dishes including their Niman Ranch meatloaf and burgers. |
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Dean & Deluca (3 out of 5 Glasses)
Grab a deli sandwich,various gourmet prepared dishes or one of the largest assortments of cheeses in California while browsing through their large selection of kitchen gadgets and wines from throughout Napa Valley. |
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Oakville Grocery (3 out of 5 Glasses)
A popular pit-stop for morning coffee on Rt 29 this "grocery" is not your ordinary grocery store. This small store has it all from a large selection of gourmet cheese, deli sandwiches, salads and much more! |
| Best Bistro/Moderately Priced Restaurants |
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Pere Jeanty (4 out of 5 Glasses)
A great french bistro in the middle of Napa Valley. Philippe Jeanty's newest edition includes great Provencal cuisine including Soupe de poisson,steak frites and other favorites. |
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Bouchon (4 out of 5 Glasses)
Thomas Keller, owner of French Laundry creates a wonderful Parisian bistro with the help of chef de cuisine Jeffrey Cerciello traditional dishes like roasted chicken, quiche, brandade, boudin noir, pot de crème and profiteroles are mingled with various seasonal dishes.
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Mustards Grill (3 out of 5 Glasses)
If you are a fan of the grill you must stop at Mustards, from fresh grilled vegetables, fish and an assortment of dishes including Cindy’s famous slow smoked BBQ pork. Try the Truckstop Deluxe which always has meat, some potatoes and rarely vegetables! |
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Brix Restaurant (3 out of 5 Glasses)
Brix has re-invented itself with wonderful California seasonal dishes like their Spring Garlic Soup and that offers diners a glimpse into Brix’s seasonal gardens. Directly adjacent to the restaurant is the restaurant’s well-stocked garden that includes a pantry of several herbs, vegetables, cabernet vines, chardonnay vines and 100 olive oil trees for oil. The garden is supplemented by local produce enhance the menu in-season. |
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Rutherford Grill (3 out of 5 Glasses) |
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A wonderful selection of California cuisine mixed in with some grilling favorites including their BBQ ribs, roasted chicken and famous corn bread.
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