With so many incredible dining regions scattered across the globe, what city boasts the best restaurants is often a hotly debated topic. Many of these glamorous cities are right here in the United States – New York City, Chicago, Miami, New Orleans, Las Vegas, San Francisco, and, of course, Napa Valley.
Home to famous eateries such as Thomas Keller’s The French Laundry and Bouchon, Napa Valley is inarguably one of the most fabulous areas in the world to experience a true gourmet meal. From downtown Napa to Calistoga, world-class restaurants accompany the world-class wineries that dot our internationally renowned wine country.
We compiled a list of some of our favorite, perhaps less well-known, eateries to act as a guide to both visitors and residents.
Morimoto
610 Main Street, Napa
707.252.1600
Chef Masaharu Morimoto, critically and popularly acclaimed as the star of Iron Chef, has earned celebrity chef status for his immaculate integration of Western and Japanese ingredients. Menu highlights include toro tartare, braised octopus, sea urchin carbonara, and the Morimoto Omakase, a multi-course tasting menu. The cocktail menu offers libations such as the crimson mimosa and the french smash.
Bistro Jeanty
6510 Washington Street, Yountville
707.944.0103
The quintessential French bistro, Bistro Jeanty welcomes its guests into a warm and inviting Napa Valley setting, sure to make guests feel instantly at ease. Presenting a seasonal menu of regional French cuisine, features include escargots, coq au vin, steak frites, beef bourguignon, and a mouthwatering fromages selection. Bistro Jeanty is sure to impress even the most discerning foodie.
Redd
6480 Washington Street, Yountville
707.944.2222
Entering its tenth year of operation, Redd is the premier venture of acclaimed Northern California chef, formerly of Masa’s, Jardiniere, and Auberge du Soleil. With a unique interpretation of wine country fare, Redd introduces influences from Asia, Europe, and Mexico in a sophisticated environment. Popular dishes range from lobster risotto and glazed pork belly to caramelized diver scallops and prime New York steak.
PRESS
587 St. Helena Hwy, St. Helena
707.967.0550
PRESS offers a cozy yet luxurious ambiance, delectable daily selections of fresh seafood; fine prime dry-aged beef grilled over almond and cherry wood, wood-fired rotisserie chicken, and locally raised lamb and pork. These savory dishes are created particularly to pair with the standout wine list that exclusively features Napa Valley. Wineries represented include Caymus, Harlan, Opus One, and Silver Oak.
Bon Appétit!
