Dining at Auberge du Soleil is truly a quintessential Napa Valley experience. Yes, it's expensive--but it absolutely delivers in every way that counts: exceptional food, impeccable service, and arguably the best view in the valley. Whether you're celebrating something special or simply treating yourself, it's worth every penny. The food and drinks are expertly executed, with a menu that balances sophistication and comfort. One of the surprising standouts is the margarita pizza--simple, yes, but absolutely perfect. The crust is thin and crisp, the sauce bright, and the cheese just right. It's a great example of how even the most humble dish can feel elevated in the right hands. Other favorites include the duck mousse, rich and silky, and the calamari, which is perfectly crisp and tender without being greasy. The burger is another unexpected star--high-end and elevated, with premium ingredients and attention to every detail. It's far from your average burger. The pasta selection shines, especially in the summer months, when it's often paired with fresh seasonal vegetables that highlight the best of California produce. Seafood lovers have plenty to enjoy here as well. The fish of the day is always cooked to perfection, and the seafood tower is a showstopper, both visually and in flavor--packed with ultra-fresh oysters, prawns, crab, and more. And don't skip the Niçoise salad--Auberge makes one of the best versions anywhere, beautifully composed and bursting with flavor. Service is always top-tier--professional, warm, and incredibly attentive without ever being intrusive. The staff clearly knows the menu inside and out and goes out of their way to make sure your experience is seamless. The setting? Absolutely stunning. Whether you're on the terrace with panoramic views of the valley or seated indoors with floor-to-ceiling windows, the atmosphere is serene and luxurious. While valet parking is complimentary, it's always a good idea to have a little cash on hand to tip the valet staff, who are courteous, efficient, and a key part of the smooth Auberge experience. In short, Auberge du Soleil is a must-visit for anyone looking to enjoy the best of Napa--beautifully prepared food, excellent wines and cocktails, flawless service, and views that make you stop and take it all in. It's a splurge, but one you'll remember. I take all my dates (friends) there. read more

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We heard this was one of the most beautiful restaurants in California so made sure to reserve a table in advance for our trip. The view was gorgeous but we were disappointed they did not seat us on the edge of the terrace even though tables were available-- we asked to be shifted, especially given how far we had traveled, and the waitress told us everyone travels far to get there so nothing she can do. She then proceeded to forget our Mains which after waiting so long we cancelled and said to just bring us dessert. They comped the dessert. read more

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Nice balcony view although it was a bit windy the day we went. We initially had a 2:30 reservation but I called the day before and they were able to give me 12pm slot which was perfect read more

Auberge du Soleil - Roasted cauliflower - New American Near Me - Rutherford, California

We've visited multiple times over the years. This was our first post-Covid dinner and apparently I assumed things hadn't changed - wrong! Prior to Covid, you could sit in the bar or Bistro and select from the Bistro or Restaurant menu. That is no longer the case. Would have been nice to know that in advance as the Bistro menu is limited. This was supposed to be a birthday dinner and turned into tapas. The service is always on point and we ordered a bottle of terrific Rose, and brought our own bottle. Corkage is $40, but is waived if you purchase a bottle off the wine list. The setting is fantastic and the views into the valley are breathtaking. So just make sure you understand the difference between the two sides of the "restaurant" before making your reservation. read more

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FYI: don't get this confused with "The Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil." Same location, different menu. when booking on their website, this is under "The Bar." WHAT WE GOT: roasted bone marrow, smoked salmon tartine, housemade campanelle, fleur de lis (drink) PROS: god the ambiance of this place is immaculate. relaxing with a touch of boujee. the balcony where the outdoor seating is overlooks a gorgeous view of the valley so definitely try to go on a day with cooperative weather. the food was also delicious. the smoked salmon tartine tasted fresh and the roasted bone marrow was basically a creamy umami bomb. the pasta dish honestly was a bit lackluster after the gloriousness of those two appetizers but it was still good. The bits of the summer squash and corn were my favorite and much needed to cut through the creaminess of the pasta a bit. Our waiter was also very attentive and updated us on the status of our order if anything was taking a little long. CONS: absolutely nothing. Great experience overall! read more

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The food, service and views here were amazing. The only thing that wasn't quite 5 stars was the odd interaction with the valet. I guess they don't get many people that show up in Prius, but that how we are getting around this trip! Anyway, valet aside, everything else was definitely 5 stars. Our server was very helpful and friendly. The flatbread appetizer was delicious! Probably the best flatbread we have ever eaten. My fish of the day was perfectly cooked and seasoned and my wife loved every bite of her steak. The view on the deck was gorgeous! read more

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Unfortunately wasn't on my game to book the restaurant in time, but the Bistro is the next best thing. Amazing view overlooking the vineyard with a somewhat-but-not-too-limited menu. The veggies are clearly fresh and the seared yellowfin one of the best I've had. Valet parking only. read more

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Thank you for a wonderful experience! Amazing service coupled with amazing food and an unbeatable view. Nothing more to say! Just come and experience the intimate and amazing food and service. read more

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Beautiful place and atmosphere. Came here for dinner and drinks during the sunset. Complimentary valet and all around very friendly staff. Ordered the pizza to start, then the fish of the day (salmon) and house made campanelle. Everything tasted ok, but the campanelle came out very under-cooked. Our waiter graciously offered us to choose something else from the menu and they'd nix the pasta off the bill. However, we opted to stay with the pasta - they nuked it in the microwave for a little and called it a day. Reservations are a must, preferably prior sunset so you can admire the view of the valley . The food is just ok, but the views make up for the grub. read more

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Off of Silverado trail, This resort is slightly off the beaten path. During the Covid crisis its Michelin rated restaurant is closed but thankfully the patio Bistro remains open. This review was for a Sunday lunch. Valet parking only, they prob didn't want my Subaru bumping into one of those fancy Ferrari or Porsche. The rock scissor & paper statue at the entrance was interesting. Check-in was fast & friendly. We were quickly whisked outside onto the famous patio. It was smaller than I expected but the view was impressive nontheless. It reminds me of the view at Sterling Vineyards, minus the aerial tram experience. As long as you are mentally prepared for over priced & over-hyped dining you will find the experience more enjoyable. The staff were couteous & attentive. Plates & silverwares were frequently changed & waters refilled without any prompting. The melon soup with lobster was interesting & might not be for everyone. Imagine someone threw a few pieces of lobsters into your fruit smoothie. It was relatively light, not as creamy & heavy compared to other soups, fitting for July 4th weather. The Auberge burger was the star of the show. The beef patty was juicy, smokey & fluffy, sandwiched between perfectly made house french bread that were light & airy. It was one of the rare occasions when I did not contaminate my burger with any sauce. I slowly savored its intrinsic flavors with juices dribbling down my face. A piece of tomato & lettuce was all that was needed. The fries were okay. The campanelle pasta was a mixed experience. We loved the sauce, sausage, red peppers & sun dried tomatoes. The pasta itself was a bit too tough though, keep in mind we generally prefer al dente pasta. Overall it was a very enjoyable experience. Tis definitely a place to impress your partner, family or visting dignitaries. read more

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They don't allow dogs even on the patio. So my husband had to stay outside with our dog and couldn't be at the dining area. It's definitely a lot smaller than the photo but the food is fairly tasty Oysters were really fresh. The beef tartar were yummy yet slightly salty. The pasta dish is tiny bid overcooked but the flavor is there. Best dish is probably the grilled fish. It's tender inside. read more

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Great place to stop for a lite bite and cocktail or for your first easy meal after checking in. Cocktails are delish and the food fresh and tasty. Love that the menu has so many choices and all perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Lots to choose from and wonderful items to share. Salads great, fish options delish. Pizza (we didn't have it but saw it) looked great. Pastas and lite bites ditto. Service was great. Outdoor patio beautiful; views stunning - perfect for alfresco dining. If you are a couple trying to enjoy some couple time watch out for big tables chock full of kids. This is an adult-only resort but we ended up with a couple of pretty noisy tables. Not a massive issue just watch for where they are seating you and request a change if it looks to be too busy near/around where they are placing you. Bon Appetit! read more

I had lunch on the terrace as a party of 3, and wow what a great experience this was. It's such a beautiful view and was nice watching the fog lift and all the vibrant colors of the view below us appear. I started of with a cocktail called the Kentucky Tea, it had a bergamot sugar rim and somehow combined for me the experience of drinking tea in the morning with sipping a whiskey in the evening. My table shared the calamari. It was perfectly cooked, crispy and tender and packed with flavor, and a really generous amount. I got a yellow fin tuna salad with olives, egg, boquerones, radishes, and a garlic dressing. The fish was perfect, the boquerones were little flavor explosions, everything was fresh, and I had so much fun eating this salad. It was a flavor adventure and didn't get boring at any point. My family got the campanelle and grilled chicken sandwich, all of which were enjoyed, but I gave tastes of my salad and they agreed it was the winner. We were full, so we split a dessert with lemon and blackberries and little meringues, very light but once again a flavor party and the perfect ending alongside tea and coffee. My loose leaf tea was great, however my family thought the coffee was surprisingly lacking for an otherwise great place. read more

Auberge du Soleil - Our delicious dessert. - New American Near Me - Rutherford, California

Beautiful spot with a zhuzhy atmosphere. The view is gorgeous and the style is posh. Very good service for the most part, other than our serve lacking in knowledge concerning dietary restrictions and being late to deliver drinks on the first ask. Coffee was decent, mimosa was lacking, but green tea was very good--steeped perfectly and hot. Food itself was quite good. They do have gluten free bread but not very many options for those who can't eat gluten. The smoked salmon tartine gluten and dairy free was not great--mostly just a heap of cold salmon on dry bread with lettuce. Others in my party enjoyed the charcuterie, leek soup, and breads. I got the seared tuna sandwich for my main and it was surprisingly tasty. Others enjoyed the burger a lot, and their salads were satisfactory. All around a very nice experience. read more

I had a wonderful experience here in November 2020 celebrating a friend's birthday, so I took my husband here this afternoon for a day date. I was excited for him to have a lovely time but our server wasn't attentive. Right from the start we felt that David just didn't like us. We didn't feel welcomed by him. We felt he took no time for us but watched him entertain other guest. We waited long for our orders and just became irritated. The food was great. Oysters were very tiny. Calamari was excellent. My husband had the steak and it melted in your mouth. I had the duck and it was good. I was planning on another lunch date here with my girlfriends but now I don't think I'll be returning. If you would like to try this restaurant, I would say yes, please do. The balcony tables have a lovely view. My first experience was awesome. Today, maybe David was just having a bad day. read more

Auberge du Soleil - Prime New York Steak - New American Near Me - Rutherford, California

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Elegant. Scrumptious. Relaxing. Thanks for making our anniversary special. World class customer sevice. The view left me speechless due to the panoramic spread of trees and vineyards. Food was satisfying. Service really was delightful, engaging, and prompt. I will return for more pleasant memories. read more

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I enjoyed my experience here at the Auberge Bistro. We were able to call the day of and they fit us in right away. The parking was pretty tight but there was valet which was convenient. The food - in particular the pizza and calamari were delicious. Not to mention the view was breathtaking. The service was excellent as I could tell that our waiter was knowledgeable about the menu. Pricey? Yes, but that's what was expected for wine country prices. Overall great experience and will return again! read more

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I had a horrible time at this establishment and I am appalled that such a high scale place would have such terrible service. My friends and I visited this restaurant on our recent trip up to Napa. With Covid they only had this restaurant open with patio seating only. Their Michelin star restaurant was closed. I've always wanted to check this place out and have wanted to stay here for our Napa trips in the past but couldn't cough up $1000+/night without having any idea of how the hotel/resort was. I figured starting off with dining was a good start, esp when the facility has a Michelin star restaurant. But to my surprise the service was horrible and I would never come back here again. First off, the food was just ok. Since it's called the Bistro it was your typical casual dining kinda place. They had appetizers, salad, pizza, burger, fish, steak, chicken dishes etc. The best thing we had was their calamari. My pizza was rather basic & expensive. My husband's burger was actually pretty good. The beef was very juicy. My friends thought their quiche & salmon was average at best. The problem with the service starts with them bringing out their corn soup when we did not order it. The waitress was implying we ordered it which we did not. Then she went to say that we can try it & we said its ok and for her to take it back. But she insisted and had said she will take it off the tab. So we were like ok then we will try it. And of course when the tab came we were charged for it. We asked her to take it off and she was hesitant and asked if we did not like it. It's not a matter of whether not we liked it. We never ordered it and we asked you to take it back. I have never been to a restaurant where we had to pay for something we didn't order. Usually they will leave it on the table for us to try and NOT CHARGE us or they will take it back! It's ridiculous!!! What was more ridiculous was that she said she had to ask her manager to take it off the tab bc she had already run our credit card. And then the manager came out and questioned us. WTF. He had a demeaning tone as if we were trying to con them out of corn soup. We left feeling rather disappointed and just shocked at the whole situation. Also there was a bee that literally swarmed our table. It sat on multiple of our dishes and wouldn't leave us alone. I didn't even eat my dinner bc I was so stressed out from the bee as I have had many horrible experiences from bee stings. The waitress saw this and she did not offer to move us. She said she can bring a candle and that that sometimes helps which we said yes to. BUT she never brought it out. I just wanted dinner to end for us to leave ASAP. And of course the charge for the soup and fixing the tab took forever. I will never be going back here again. read more

Given the high standards set by their sister restaurant Auberge Restaurant, Auberge Bistro and Bar simply disappointed in several ways. After a day of enjoying Napa, my friends and I were ready to enjoy dinner at Auberge Bistro and Bar with their well renowned breathtaking views and the sun set. However, the views were not enough to save us from the service afterwards. The menu is limited but decent enough to choose a few items to enjoy for a casual dining experience. However, as many have said, the menu is not cheap! Granted with the high price, you expect a certain level of service which was not there at all. For some reason, the waitress had mistaken that we ordered the corn soup for an appetizer. While the corn soup was absolutely fine, it was not something that we ordered or would have paid for. After clarifying that we did not order the corn soup, she had let us know that we would not be charged. When we get the check, the corn soup shows up on the bill! Another incident was a pesky bee that kept swarming around our table for some reason. Given that there is only patio dining available, the waitress offered to bring a citronella candle. Not only does she not follow-up, the bee stays around till we pack up our food to leave before getting a chance to see the sun set. Parking is valet at the hotel. Customer service as mentioned before was questionable especially for an establishment like this. Overall, Auberge Bistro and Bar is expensive bar food with a good view but without the customer service to justify its high cost of dining there. read more

This is a gorgeous spot to enjoy a drink and outstanding cuisine overlooking the valley. Service is outstanding. The menu offers may of the same items from the restaurant next door. We choose the flatbread and homemade hummus and sun-dried tomato dip to pair with our drinks. We couldn't leave without having fresh-baked cookies for a parting treat. The chocolate chip and peanut butter were delicious. read more

I chose to walk out of here due to being ignored by management and our server. My guy and I had a noon tasting at Caymus (2nd weekend open after the virus lockdown) but were more than ready to have a bite and some refreshing cocktails afterwards. I'd been here before and have had nothing but pleasant experiences. So I planned on repeating that. The valet guys were a solid five stars which gave us the illusion of paralleled enthusiasm inside. They greeted us with smiles behind masks, kindly opened our doors and stored our new cases of wine before parking the car. Sadly the experience inside, paled in comparison. Walk-ins were only permitted to sit indoors which was fine. I'd been here multiple times with groups usually seated outside. The interiors are adorned with muted, soft greens and beiges and a series of windows exposing the picturesque landscape outside. It's a shame the service doesn't correlate with the serene atmosphere. Our table was adjacent to another couple closing their tab. Our server skipped over us the entire time serving a bottle to a large group at an adjacent table and then MIA. A runner delivered refreshing iced lemon waters, green & black olives and delicious Marcona almonds. The experience seemed like it would go well after the offerings were served. We looked the menu over and decided on the fried calamari, swordfish sandwich, a side order of the mushrooms and a couple enticing cocktails. We waited and waited though. A couple managers walked by us seating another couple outside and returned through the interior dining area. At 20 minutes, I gave them five more with low expectations. Unfortunately, that was five more wasted minutes, and we perambulated out the door. No one batted an eye. We were quite amused at the blatant display of nonchalance. The valet team was great, though. They brought the car back with our wine and sent us off with a warm salutation . Too bad the experience inside was nothing like the hostess or valet. I'll be passing this place up in the future. No need to waste time driving up the windy road only to be met with lackadaisical attitudes and service. This sleepy restaurant could learn plenty from their valet team starting with attitude!! read more

Let me start off by saying that this is not a cheap lunch spot BUT you do get the gorgeous view of Napa if you get seated at the patio. Complimentary valet parking upon arrival because heck, the parking lot is pretty small. The Bistro & Bar is to the right when you enter; the other side is the restaurant where they proudly display their Michelin star plague at the door. First come, first serve, no reservations necessary. If there isn't open seating at the patio yet, you can request to sit inside first and wait until a party leaves. Our party of 3 had the following: duck confit flautas, smoked salmon, wings, brussels sprouts, and chips and salsas. Food was on point - pricey but very delicious. I also had two glasses of wine, their own Chardonnay and Syrah (if I remembered correctly). Both were decent. One gripe about sitting outside is that flies kept landing in my wine! I had to switch out both wines because I'd find little creatures swimming around as soon as I set my glass down. It's a great place to sit down and relax when you're in the area for winery hopping and if you feel like splurging, hop on over to the other side to dine at the restaurant. Side note, I accidentally uploaded the photos I took to the Restaurant's Yelp page instead of this one - oof. How embarrassing but if you care to look, here they are :) https://s3-media0.fl.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/3A9u_Ju2D-Y_Tb1djCiF3Q/o.jpg ^-- spread of duck confit flautas, smoked salmon, wings, brussels sprouts, chips & salsas https://s3-media0.fl.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/t5T6e_3lPFMXzcipFPdBfQ/o.jpg ^-- just a glass of red read more

I've always had exactly the same thing. Margarita, slightly skinny, followed by aperol spritz, caviar and octopus. But today I found that the chicken I always order has been replaced. Bummer! I can adjust. However our server said she would ask the chef as the menu had just changed today. He came through! The chef is making me the chicken! I feel so special! Well, I was not disappointed. It was delicious. My husband ordered the pasta and our friend rested the prime NY strip steak. Oh and a side of sautéed mushrooms. All were scrumptious. We could go to a number of places in the valley to have dinner, but we keep coming back to a tried and true culinary experience. We are 8 min away but that would not matter if we were dissatisfied. Not the case here. Very satisfied indeed. read more

Auberge du Soleil - Caviar and octopus, perfect start to the evening - New American Near Me - Rutherford, California

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Lovely experience! The food was tasty, the service was as expected for the property and the views were gorgeous.

Gf and I had a superb dinner on the terrace just before sunset. I had salmon in a pesto broth with veggies, which was superb, crispy on the outside and almost buttery on the inside. Also vying for best dish on the table was the side of wild mushrooms, seemingly dusted with herbs and perfectly cooked. This all paired well with Mad Fritz's "Zodiac", a cerebral IPA with a flavor profile that matured as the sun set. I would do all this again in a heartbeat. read more

Auberge du Soleil - Salmon, wild mushrooms, Zodiac IPA - New American Near Me - Rutherford, California

Great views and service. The food was all delicious. Highly recommend the fish. Come here ready to relax and enjoy your afternoon. I recommend wine over cocktails. The cocktails weren't great so I swapped out. The hotel also offers free valet which is nice read more

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Ask to sit out in the patio! There are beautiful views of the Valley and you won't regret it. We ordered so many things during our visit and everything was great. The service was impeccable and they kept our waters topped. I loved the bone marrow. It was perfect with the bread they served. I was still a bit full from the wine tasting/pizza we had at Del Dotto so we stuck to more small plates. The smoked salmon with bread was also a great starter. For dessert, we had the pumpkin cheesecake and chocolate cake. I loved the pumpkin cheesecake and the cake was just decadent. It was perfect late lunch to celebrate our 13th wedding anniversary. read more

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I'd recommend this beautiful lookout spot for cocktails with your friends! Although we did not eat a meal here, we had some incredible espresso martinis with apps. The view is stunning during sunset and we were able to get access to the sculpture garden walk as well. It was a lot smaller than I expected but I loved the intimacy on top of the rolling vineyards. read more

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We came here on Halloween and the weather was perfect! The hotel is located high up in the hills so anywhere in the restaurant has a beautiful views of the vineyards below. Food: charcuterie, crispy Brussels sprouts, pasta, lobster bites, and chicken Service: 10/10!!! My heel broke and they happened to have super glue on deck and this literally saved my entire day. (= read more

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The view ,food and services were great, we came here for our 22nd anniversary dinner. Got to thank my best friend Liz recommended and booked for us. The hostess was very friendly and greeted us upon checking in. We had crispy calamari but not really crispy, my husband ordered Auberge burger and I had fish and wild mushrooms as side dish. The fish cooked to n a very tasty crispy top and had cauliflower chips base-very good We had trio sorbet as our desert-grape, pear and berry flavor-very refreshing It's valet parking service, make sure you sensitize your hands before and after you got your car back read more

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This was a great spot our crew found 10 years ago. And surprisingly this is still on our list today. If u want a quick get away or even just for a day from the bay, this is perfect to go with the dh or the crew. I was in college the first time i went and enjoyed the experience. Although the food quality changed perhaps my palate changed throughout the years, I would continue to go back with or without the crew lol Will always be a fan of ahi tuna, duck mousse, rack of lamb, bone marrow plus quietness of this place brings. read more

This was not what I expected. Very very salty. Very disappointed in the food. The ambiance was amazing! But for the price, everything on the menu should be perfect. Salt is their best friend and every dish was soaked in it. read more

Auberge du Soleil - Ahi Tuna Sandwhich - New American Near Me - Rutherford, California

Driving around the valley on a nice day, arrived around 2 pm here.. Perfect. There was no wait on the bistro. Got seated immediately with the best view. Ordered a small lunch with the lovey. Asian shrimp salad - not your typical salad. Ask your server to explain and check my pics. It was pretty tasty and light just perfect for lunch. Lovey ordered Ahi tuna tartare and garden salad. Both were pretty tasty. Ahi tuna came with 2 pcs of grilled brioche. Had a glass of Carneros white wine and sparkling water with lime to go with lunch and lovey had ice tea. All flavors were on point. Good portion, little pricey, $90 for lunch , BUT what do you expect? It's Auberge. trust!!! read more

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