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    Blue Note Napa

    3.9 (278 reviews)

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    Rae Lynn Z.

    Went for a concert. The pros, easy to find, food and drinks are good, service was friendly, if a little slow due to staff being all over the place. Artist was amazing, throughly enjoyed. The cons, parking was a nightmare (and I have a handicap placard). We went early as seating is first come for the area you reserve, and it took 40 minutes to find a parking spot. The room was too full, tables so close together it was difficult to get in and out, especially if you have a disability. If you are in a seat with your back to the stage, you can't really turn to see the stage it's so tight. Taking out one run of tables would help. In all honesty, not sure I would go back. If I pay to see an artist, I should be able to actually see them without crippling my neck or back.

    Billy Gibbons playing the classics.
    Aaron M.

    A great place to see a live show. Small and intimate, with good sound and no bad seats. Add some decent bar food and good mixed drinks and it's even better.

    Garlic Parmesan fries
    Alison G.

    I came to Blue Note to see Norman Brown tonight (Friday). He became ill and rescheduled his show for March 31, 2025. I didn't check my email when it was sent that he wouldn't be performing. Oops. When I arrived, the host told me that I can stay and enjoy a complimentary show performed by saxophonist Jeff Ryan. Also, that I can choose to refund my ticket or use it to reschedule in March. Always looking for an adventure and listening to new music, I opted to stay. I'm so glad I did! Such a fun time I had at the show tonight! So much fun...that I didn't take any pictures. It was so nice to be in the present and vibe! :) I loved the decor and the blue ambient (and some purple at times) light throughout the place. The staff were nice. The food was pricey..but, hey, a girl's gotta eat! I ordered the soup of the day: broccoli cheddar, garlic Parmesan fries, and a limoncello spritz (basically spiked lemon water...really good!!) I enjoyed my meal. Thank you for the fun time and good food! I will be back! :)

    Raspberry Lemon Drop - the bomb!
    Jean D L.

    Got here five minutes before 5PM for the 6PM show - Terry Steele. Warmly welcomed by their staff and we were able to pick and choose seats according to tickets we bought. Staff asked for our orders. I wanted to try their mezcal since I have not tried the ones they have in their menu. They were glad to give me a sample. I ended up getting a cocktail. Staffs are very attentive! Ambiance is great for shows. A little bit of squeezed in. I had to push my chair out to be able to leave my seat, but it's alright! We met this lovely couple who were visiting from UK. - If you're reading this, I hope you had a nice rest of your vacation. Enjoyed your drive and safely made it back home! Getting back to my review, its worth your money, break from all hustles and bustles and or all life's mundane!

    Bbq  chicken pizza 5/5
    Chaulzy S.

    First time coming and I'm glad we were able to enjoy an amazing artist like Jon b. Parking- the location does have street parking but i suggest the parking they recommend on 11th. It's close with plenty of parking! Staff- when we arrived it was easy they asked for name and say is right away. The servers were prompt with offering a physical menu in place of the qr and they were always ready to remove empty dishes with quick response to bringing out orders 5/5 Food- Bbq chicken pizza-the hot honey was the perfect touch and the edges were crisp! 5/5 Cesar with chicken- big enough to share with 2 people. The right amount to dressing and the hint of lemon was refreshing. The flavor was there only thing i noticed was it was difficult to eat with a fork based on how the lettuce was thin ribbons. 4/5 Garlic fries 5/5- can't go wrong with garlic fries The drinks I had 3 glasses of Merlot 5/5, i should have just ordered the bottle it was so good The in between the sheets- i thought would come in a regular glass but it's more girly and i didn't like the taste as much as the merlot. 3/5 My biggest takeaway is the space of the seating- Behind at the high bar i noticed they fit as many seats as possible and that includes being sat right behind a Pilar that blocks the view of the stage. Luckily we got there at 515 and were about to get the last decent seats so beware of your arrival time as it is first come first serve seating. The tables near the stage are way too clustered. Watching people try getting up or getting their orders was hard no one could move, they all looked pretty uncomfortable. The best seating would be the booths, the high bar or the back tables. I would visit again but i would sit at a booth sucks to have a booth it has to be 4 or more cause i would rather just have a booth for 2

    Blue Note Jam
    James G.

    Blue Note Hit Two Notes... Then Blew Out the Speakers ***Great food. Killer prices. Painfully loud concert.*** It's not every night in Napa you get a slice of crispy flatbread, golden fries, and a front-row seat to a live show without needing a loan or a Lyft. April 30th--Locals Night at the Blue Note Jazz Club--was, on the surface, shaping up to be that rare trifecta: good food, great value, and hometown entertainment. Two outta three ain't bad. But then... the band showed up. Enter Los Cochinos--which I'm pretty sure translates loosely into "The Pigs," but feel free to fact-check me after your ears stop ringing. From the moment they took the stage (all fifteen of them, I think?), it was clear we weren't in for smooth jazz or sultry bossa nova. No sir. We were in for what sounded like a frat house earthquake--if Metallica, ZZ Top, and your neighbor's garage band all got into a turf war. Let's be honest: the Blue Note is a supper club, not a sonic battlefield. But someone forgot to tell Los Cochinos. They started by announcing they'd be playing "all original songs," which the crowd initially cheered--until it became painfully clear that every "original" was exactly six minutes long, equally indecipherable, and played at a volume that could sterilize a fruit fly. Alfonso, the bandleader and proud Santana disciple, looked the part--custom Paul Reed Smith guitar and a MESA/Boogie amp that could shatter windshield glass. But let's just say the only thing legendary about this set was how long I spent wishing for earplugs. Even the bass player from Vallejo looked like he was counting the seconds until his shift at a better gig. To be fair, the fries were excellent, and the waitstaff top-notch. But the next time I want to get blasted by a wall of sound, I'll drive a forklift into a Best Buy speaker wall. Los Cochinos may have heart, but someone needs to tell them: volume isn't talent, and every venue isn't your uncle's backyard barbecue. Note to the Blue Note booker: Next time, try "Los Quieteros."

    Apple crumble...amazing!
    Candace C.

    First time at the Blue Note, have been to a number of the Meritage concerts in the summer months. I was told by a number of people that the Blue Note was similar to Yoshi's in Oakland...it is not. It's a very small, small intimate venue; the staff does a phenomenal job with crowd management. We had dinner elsewhere and shared an app and dessert. The brussel sprouts were promising, but a bit too al dente so we couldn't finish them. The sauce and texture of the nuts added nice elements but were just too hard. The apple crumble was amazing, absolutely delish. If there are any accommodations that can be made, Malia is your girl. Very personable, service with a smile and solutions based.

    So close to the stage
    Wendy C.

    Cool locals night! We were walking by and saw the sign. Showed our id's and we were in a booth. The apps are solid. We had the roasted califlour (I know crazy!) it was great, tuna, and French fries (double dipped), all which I would order again. The country band was excellent, how fun on locals night!

    Cocktails
    Aliyah H.

    Omg how have I not known about this place?? This was the best Motown experience I've had in years!! Will definitely come back for another show! Great cocktails, tasty deserts (we didn't eat anything else), and the seating somehow they managed to smash everyone together without it feeling like it's too much. The wait staff pay close attention and never keep you waiting!

    Garlic-Parmesan fries
    Maureen Z.

    While it was sometimes hard to get ahold of our server, the place was packed, so no worries. Amazing acoustics, interior design, and a great performance by Big Mountain! Garlic fries were also surprisingly tasty--crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Would come back!

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    Linda T.

    I love this venue! There's plenty of parking around the area, and the space is small and intimate. Every seat is great! There's blue ambient lighting throughout. Everyone that works there is nice and customer service oriented. From the person at the door, to the bartender and wait staff. My husband and I came to see Digable Planets and the show was great! It's nice to spend time with your partner and even better when you both love music and have a chance to see an amazing show. About the food: Caesar salad with chicken - this was the best thing we ordered. Salad was well dressed seasoned, chicken is tender Garlic fries- on the greasier side but tasty Roasted cauliflower- wasn't roasted at all. No char. It was more like steamed. Our least favorite Sweet chili shrimp- I enjoyed the flavor a lot. My husband said it had too much batter.

    Trice O.

    Customer service 5/5 Ambiance 5/5 Food 4/5 The customer service was professional and welcoming. We purchased 3rd party tickets and there was slight issue accessing the tickets. The Blue Note staff assisted us in taking care of everything right away. The servers were efficient and prompt, especially considering how packed the house was. Blue Note drinks were delicious and the food was good. The ambiance was dimly lit and swank which made for a nice and intimate setting to listen to awesome music. I REALLY like this place!

    Tequila and fries
    Nyla J.

    We love blue note! Intimate, small crowd, fun, music speaker system is nice. Waiter service is good..they always have a good line up during the holidays. Dinner,.small plates and drinks are available.

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    5 months ago

    The food was OK here however the service was absolutely amazing. We came in to see Eric Roberson and he did not disappoint at all.

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    I went to an expensive show. We were packed so tight at a table that we couldn't move. We left before the show started. We won't be back.

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    Ask the Community - Blue Note Napa

    Where are the summer sessions?

    Outdoor concerts at Blue Note Summer Sessions take place on the village lawn at The Meritage Resort and Spa, 850 Bordeaux Way Napa, CA 94559

    Any restaurant recommendations nearby?

    Are there hotels walking distance?

    Yes, there are plenty of hotels within 1/2 mile walking distance.

    How is the food?

    Great! We had a few items and everything was tasty!

    Where to park?

    If the parking lots across the street are full, you can park in a lot in the next block up, behind the Blue Note, or in the parking structure on the next street to the west.

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