Booked this on the fly for a BIG anniversary celebration dinner and it was so delicious and we sat in a nice cozy booth with perfect mood lighting, The waitress told us not to miss the fresh pulled mozzarella- warm- plus it's tomato season so we added that. Wowzers! So delicious! We had a chicken piccata a New York steak that could not stop impressing us! I had a Storybook Zinfandel which was a light, fruity red- I need go track it down. Then dessert-although full but wanted a celebratory bite- again our waitress piped in to not miss the ridiculously good Butterscotch Panna Cotta! uh yeah- that became the mic drop finale! This is at the back end of St. Helena and we usually never go this deep but since we were staying in Calistoga-this is just a bit outside from there and SO WORTH going to! Can't wait to return with the kids, friends, family. I feel like this meal made me remember how incredible wine country food can be! (I think I got in the rut of the same places) Such perfectly executed, elevated comfort food! 2 chef's kisses from our table to the kitchen! & ALWAYS trust the recommendations from your wait staff!! read more

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The food, ambiance, and service here are great, but the default 4% "wellness" surcharge for staff benefits completely ruins the experience. Guilting customers into directly subsidizing employee benefits (and putting us in the awkward position of having to explicitly request its removal) is a terrible practice. I paid the fee, but it left a very bitter taste. To the owner: If your labor costs are up, raise your menu prices transparently instead of tacking on junk fees. Ive seen this kind of surcharge tactic in San Francisco, but seeing it here is deeply disappointing. I won't be back for this exact reason. Pay your staff fairly, manage your menu prices accordingly, and stop passing the buck onto your customers. read more

Brasswood Bar + Kitchen - Short rib pasta - American Near Me - Saint Helena, California

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We had been having a very enjoyable experience at Brasswood, and my family and I were genuinely pleased with the food, service, and atmosphere. Unfortunately, the experience was soured at the end when an "Employee Wellness Fee" was added to the bill without any clear explanation or notice that I was aware of beforehand. I have no issue supporting restaurant employees, but adding an additional fee to a customer's bill without making it very clear up front feels unnecessary and frustrating. When I questioned the charge, it was removed, which I appreciated, but by that point it had already negatively affected what had otherwise been a great evening. Restaurants should be transparent about all mandatory or discretionary charges before customers order. A surprise fee at the end of the meal is simply not the way to finish an otherwise excellent dining experience. I hope Brasswood reconsiders how this fee is communicated, because the restaurant itself was enjoyable and this issue was completely avoidable. read more

Brasswood Bar + Kitchen - A surprise "Employee Wellness Fee" added at the end unnecessarily soured an otherwise enjoyable dinner. - American Near Me - Saint Helena, California

Came here with a party of 6 for late lunch and the food ATE. The seasonal pizza was with prosciutto and arugula and it was 10/10. Pls get that if you come!! Some of the other highlights were the burger and as usual the truffle Parmesan fries. Overall loved the vibes and the outdoor area. Would recommend! read more

Brasswood Bar + Kitchen - American Near Me - Saint Helena, California

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Came in during lunch and I have to say, I really wasn't too impressed with this meal. We both agreed the mozzarella appetizer was delicious, but there was some miscommunication with our waitress. We were under the impression the appetizer came with heirloom tomatoes as she had presented them in a way that made it sound like such, only to receive the bill and find that they were separate charges and pretty overpriced. I also ordered the warm Brussels salad and thought it was just okay. I noticed after the meal that the salad never came with the caramelized onions as advertised on the menu, and overall it just felt like I was eating a bed of Brussels and bacon. The final thing we got was an Arnold Palmer that was in need of some sugar or something to help take away the bitterness of the drink. Aside from the food, the atmosphere was nice and I liked the upscale bar vibe if the restaurant. However our service was not great, only seeing our waiter to order and to get the check. And even then we had to go up to the waiters corner because we couldn't get her attention because she was on her phone, and we had to ask another waitress for our check. Plus we never got asked about a dessert menu, which we wanted to try in the beginning having seen some come from the kitchen and all looking amazing. But after our meal and service, we didn't get to it. We were recommended this restaurant and excited to try it, but it didn't really meet expectations. Maybe try ordering another main dish, and a different day with a different waitress would help, but this go around, I don't think I would necessarily recommend this place especially when compared to other options in the area. read more

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What an amazing meal. We were big fans of tra vigne back in the day too. One thing that jumps out is how beautiful everything is. The salads, drinks, pasta, mains, are all so attractive. You gotta get the mozzarella. I will admit that while it is served tableside. Tra vigne had a little more showmanship with it. Also it is not on the menu so you have to ask for it. I got the short rib pasta. Definitely a winner. Very satisfying. My wife got the ahi salad which had loads of fresh ingredients and very tasty. Service was very attentive and professional, this is a must do in Napa Valley read more

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I always choose a seat outside by the pizza ovens for the best dinner ambiance. Food is fresh and seasonal. Don't miss the corn soup when it's on the menu! They also kindly customized a red sauce vegetarian dish for my dietary restrictions that was perfection-thank you!! read more

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Food was delicious. Scallops are a must try!!!! Our waiter helped us pick out our dinner have great recommendations. Nice date night spot. read more

Brasswood Bar + Kitchen - Scallops - American Near Me - Saint Helena, California

The food is delicious - we had the fresh mozzarella (it's a must when visiting here), the heirloom tomatoes, and the Ribs. All of it was fantastic. The highlight of our night was sitting at the bar with Bryan and Bryan - the cocktails were true art! They put so much care into what they were making and it was fun to watch. The service was also wonderful. Definitely a favorite stop in all of Napa Valley. read more

Brasswood Bar + Kitchen - American Near Me - Saint Helena, California

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Unfortunately, this visit was not the experience we've come to expect from this restaurant. From the moment we arrived, the service felt disappointing. The restaurant was practically empty, so we asked to sit at a table with bench seating, only to be told by the hostess that it was "reserved." We ordered burrata, which wasn't listed on the menu but was still available. It was served with tomatoes, which were great, and we naturally assumed they were part of the dish. However, when the bill arrived, we discovered an additional $12 charge for the tomatoes. This should have been communicated upfront rather than being an unexpected surprise. The steak was also underwhelming and did not meet our expectations. Overall, the food, service, and experience were subpar, especially compared to our previous visits. For a restaurant of this caliber, we expected much better attention to detail, transparency, and hospitality. Disappointing, to say the least. read more

Absolutely phenomenal! Drinks: 1. The Blood Moon (my fave--amazing), 2. Lychee drink (tasty) App: mozzarella with the most amazing, warm soft bread and a side of prosciutto & arugula-hazelnut pesto. This is A MUST main course: lamb chops with pearl couscous and some greens I could have done without. But the lamb was heavenly. THIS IS A MUST GO read more

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While Brasswood is a little farther north than I usually venture when I visit Napa Valley, it was well worth the trek. This restaurant is located among Brasswood's other businesses: winery, bakery cafe, and some retail store (that I didn't check out). there's a large inside dining room with interesting decor, and there's an outside seating area in the back as well, which overlooks the courtyard in the middle of all the business (which has a nice water fountain thing in the middle). the middle of courtyard looks like it's set up for weddings. I opted to sit outside since it was a nice day as did most of their other customers at the time. Our server was polite and professional. - fresh mozzarella with toasted bread: I don't know why this isn't listed on the menu since it's the biggest reason to come here. Fresh pulled mozzarella that they cut up tableside and serve on some freshly charred and toasted bread. It's not just nice, fresh mozzarella; they season it properly along with a drizzle of olive oil. So good. - heirloom tomatoes with balsamic vinegar: this is also not on the menu, but it's probably seasonal and based on the availability of good quality tomatoes. delicious. a perfect complement to the mozzarella, really. is it pricey at $12 for a few pieces of tomato? yes, but I'd do it again. - Short Rib Sugo (slow-cooked short ribs, carrot, & onion sofrito, mushrooms, cabernet sauvignon, parmesan, house-made pappardelle pasta): this was a solid dish. basically, what you'd expect. nice and rich. I think they used a touch too much rosemary when seasoning this dish, but not enough to ruin it. - Duck Bolognese (sonoma duck, classic mirepoix & red wine, pecorino romano, house-made pappardelle pasta): this was also delightful. it ate similar to the short rib sugo in that it was this rich, delicious pasta dish. I found this one more to my liking compared to the short rib sugo, but I think they're both fine dishes. - The Brasswood Burger (meat, cheddar cheese, & ketchup only): this was a variation of their standard burger that was ordered for a kid. I had a few bites of it. while the bun was just plain great, the patty itself was dry & overcooked. they didn't ask for the doneness of the meat when we ordered, and perhaps, they just hammered the thing since it was being served to a kid. - French Fries: these were served with the burger. they were very nice. thin and crispy. good fries! - Chocolate Mousse Cake (cranberry sauce, chantilly cream, amaretti cookie): this was very chocolately. almost too chocolatey, but the cranberry sauce and chantilly cream played a nice foil to the richness of the chocolate. I wasn't sure if I'd like the chocolate & cranberry combination, but it worked nicely. A good dessert for chocolate lovers. read more

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The mozzarella in olive oil secret menu item is soooo soooo good! Must go try it if you are in the area! The outdoor seating area is delightful when the weather is nice. Service is polite and fast. read more

Brasswood Bar + Kitchen - mozzarella in olive oil - American Near Me - Saint Helena, California

We came here during beginning of December for some R&R and we were pleased with our experience. The food was delicious; we shared everything including the short rib sugo, the duck leg risotto, fritto misto (super delicious), the persimmon and prosciutto salad and of course their popular panna cotta dessert. Their menu rotates and is seasonal so the dessert images and other items that you see on Yelp does not reflect their current options. I saw a seafood pasta on Yelp (what better place to read about a restaurant than Yelp!) and was told it was no longer on the menu. Nonetheless, everything was delicious and we wish there were larger portions bc we were a bit hungry that evening after a long but restful spa day. The service was not bad, it just seemed to be longer than the other tables. The ambiance was ok, it was a little too dark for our liking but thankfully we got to sit in a comfy booth. The hostess as first seated us in a not-so-comfy 2 seater with the chairs feeling sunk-in. We had a reservation and came early. We will probably be back in the future when we are in the area again. read more

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Brasswood was recommended to us, so we stopped by after our wine tasting which was close by. I love duck so the duck bolognese captivated my interest right off the bat. The ambiance is dark and kind of cabin-like, very cozy. We ordered the mozzarella bread (off-menu item that was hyped up to us), fried arancini balls with pesto sauce, and the duck bolognese. Both the mozzarella bread and fried arancini balls could have used a touch more of salt. The duck bolognese was good, but to be honest it tasted like a regular bolognese with zero hint of duck, which was a bit disappointing. Service was okay, I did have to ask for my water to be refilled. In the future if I were in the area after a nearby winery tasting, there's a chance I may stumble back here and try a few different items. read more

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After visiting Rombauer winery in St Helena, we asked for a recommendation for lunch and our server told us about this place...mainly for the fresh mozzarella. We arrived about 11:30 am and got seated in a nice booth with our Friends. We started off with the mozzarella appetizer, I believe not listed on the menu. They came with that first and presented table side. This dish was absolutely amazing...I wish I would have ordered this thing for lunch. Everyone at the table just loved it. Hub got the arancini with pesto... this was so wonderfully fresh and the fries that were also amazing. I got the Brussels sprout warm salad...extremely tasty... and our friends got the pizza and they really applauded that. This is really a great restaurant with great food and I will be sure to return if in the area.... read more

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4.5 stars! We had a blast. This place has great ambience & outdoor dining space. The service was great. Our waiter made our experience 100x better. He had a great sense of humor. He was helpful with dishes & being attentive while giving us space to enjoy our time. Drinks: enjoyed our cocktail & wine. - oysters: very yummy & fresh and perfectly shocked. - Arancini: they were just fine, wasn't impressed. - Scallop risotto: very tasty & perfectly cooked, loved it. - pork chop: another great dish, couldn't be better. - Tiramisu: yum! Light, yet creamy & tasty. read more

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the service was amazing. quick. friendly witty employees. the food was all tasty not one questionable item. we enjoyed the fig pizza the pasta was a hit. the cheese oh my goodness the cheese with the bread and tasty oil drizzled on top we enjoyed the outside patio. sunshine quiet courtyard read more

Just love coming here, one of my favorite places in Saint Helena to dine. One of my favorite dishes was the fresh melted mozzarella on a toast drizzled in olive oil. The lamp-chops were tender and seasoned well. The amromatizato pizza had the perfect crust. This place is still consistent on food quality and service. read more

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We did the lunch and wine pairing here based on a recommendation from a nearby winery and wow this was my best meal of the trip. The wine paired perfectly and was so drinkable. The food was AMAZING!!! We added the fresh mozzarella and it was so tender and chewy and perfect. The arugula salad still lives rent free in my mind, the perfect combination of flavors. The lamb chop was phenomenal and I'm not big on lamb in general. The dessert was panne cotta with salted caramel and this also continues to live rent free in my mind. Service was great, attentive but not rushing us. The inside had a lot of seating options, we were in a booth which felt very cozy. We made a reservation ahead of time online. This is top of my list to come back to in my next visit. read more

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We came here for a "buy out" where the entire complex is rented for an event. This is an amazing property! We started at the Pizza Patio where they had three different types of pizza (all wood fired). My favorite was the pepperoni and tomato. They took us on the Cave Tour next where we saw the wine making equipment and the 17,000sf cavern that took them five years to dig out. They store about 20 different varieties of wine in the Cave in barrels (French Oak). We stopped by the Restaurant where they had cheeses and a charcuterie. A football game was on the TV in the barn while we taste the various items. They had a house-made pasta station and a mozzarella station in the Barn. The mozzarella was some of the best I've ever tasted. There was a sensory tasting room near the Cafe that featured glass globes filled with different elements that reminded you of the aromas of the Brasswood wines. We ended the night at the Cafe. They had a table there with an array of delicious desserts including macarons, cobbler, and a rich chocolaty dessert. I can see why people have events and weddings here. It's an excellent venue. read more

Brasswood Bar + Kitchen - The winemaking room - American Near Me - Saint Helena, California

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Always a great time! Always great food & great drink. Love their consistency! Its always wonderful space, with great servers! read more

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Thank you Yelp for all the reviews for Brasswood! This was the perfect place for us! We wanted lunch but my husband is craving salad and I was open to anything. We found a few options online, but Brasswood had more of the ambience who were looking for. It's on their property, surrounded by vineyards and olive trees, next to their tasting room and the retail store. They also have a lovely café with a bakery next to the bar + kitchen. We sat outside on the patio. It's a lovely fall day, a bit overcast if anything. The mozzarella cheese is their signature dish and you have to get it! It looks not so special but it's served with hot off the grill toasted baguette that's baked onsite at the bakery next door. The EVOO, salt and freshly ground pepper all go so well together. They sliced it at the table and the put over the bread at the table for you. It's so delicious! Can't wait to go back and order this again! The pickled beet salad was on point. It was served with watermelon radishes, arugula and lots of toasted pistachios. So so good! My husband loved his wedge salad with iceberg, bacon, cherry tomatoes, Gorgonzola, and blue cheese dressing. Everything was picture perfect! I'll definitely come back again! read more

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We had a really great experience at Brasswood for lunch between tasting! First up was the off-menu hand-pulled mozzarella that we heard was a must from everyone. It was a fun experience as they plated it right at your table. The bread was so crispy and salty and it perfectly complimented the creamy mozzarella and savory oil. We split the brussels sprouts and the risotto with a confit duck leg. Both dishes were so flavorful and you could tell the kitchen really took their time on them. The brussels sprouts had crispy bacon and a nice nutty flavor with the cheese on top. The duck leg was fall off the bone in the skin was so crispy! The risotto was a little rich, so it was perfect to share with another person. We ended our meal with an Affogato, and it was the perfect sweet to a savory and rich lunch. Service was quick and many people were around to serve food and keep our drinks full. The only issue we had was the amount of flies. I know we were outside but a little spinner to deter them would have been nice! read more

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You have to get the fresh mozzarella!! I had heard about it but doubted it would be that amazing but I was wrong....it's that amazing!! I'm not a big toasted bread person so the brought me lettuce and it went perfectly!! I also went to Prague last year so I was shocked too see absinthe on the menu so I had to have that. The service was fantastic too. They are attentive but never intrusive. The location is absolutely fantastic as well. Right off the main road and your can do a tasting in the gift shop beside it. read more

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Seriously one of the best meals I've had in a long time; had scallops and they were so lovely and delicate. And they were super-accommodating to gluten- and dairy-free needs. Also - fun fact - you can get half-orders of the pasta and salads, and the portions are still quite large. The famous handmade mozzarella - prepared table-side - was truly outstanding. The duck bolognese was a table favorite, even with the gluten-free pasta. The one downside is how incredibly loud it is inside. Hard to hear each other and the waitstaff. read more

Brasswood Bar + Kitchen - Scallops on risotto - American Near Me - Saint Helena, California

Great food. Absolutely terrible service. What could have been one of our best meals in Napa was completely overshadowed by the worst service my husband and I have EVER experienced. The food was excellent--the mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes, ahi salad, and pizza were all delicious. Unfortunately, our server took our order and then essentially disappeared for the rest of the evening. Our plates and silverware were cleared but never replaced. We asked for more and waited so long that we eventually took silverware from the table next to us. We asked for the check twice and told someone we had lost our server. Meanwhile, we couldn't even order a glass of wine or dessert. When our server finally returned, she explained that she had a friend in a wheelchair and had needed to help transfer her. I understand wanting to help a friend, but leaving an entire table without service for essentially the entire meal--with no communication or backup--was unacceptable. Credit to the chef for the fantastic food and to the busboy who kept our water glasses full. But great food can only go so far when you're literally ignored all night. We won't be returning. It's a shame because the food deserves much better service. read more

The bar and restaurant are beautiful along with the rest of the grounds. When making reservations try to get outdoor seating if weather permits. They've done an outstanding job creating a beautiful outdoor space with the landscaping. Indoor seating is rich and dark while the outdoor seating is open and spacious. The food is excellent along with their impeccable service. We went for lunch and had a wonderful meal leaving pleasantly full. read more

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I cannot believe that I haven't left a review for my beloved Brasswood Bar + Kitchen! This is one of my favorite restaurants in St. Helena and for so many reasons. First things first; if you're coming here, you NEED to get the fresh made mozzarella! It's not listed on their regular menu, but it's an absolute MUST. It's served fresh atop delicious crostini bread and drizzled with virgin olive oil. They literally bring it out uncut and slice it right in front of you. Not only is it scrumptious, but the presentation is like a little show that I love watching every time I order it. Yeah... you need it in your life! Secondly; save room for dessert and get that butterscotch panna cotta! My mouth is watering just thinking about it. It's so rich, buttery, and creamy. The little cookies that they serve it with are dynamite too. Okay, so now that I've gotten the essentials out of the way, let's talk entrees. If you're a pizza and pasta lover, this place is definitely for you. Their pizzas are scrumptious and their pastas are creative. They tend to rotate out different entrees, so it's always a surprise when I see the new selections on the menu. But, the food has generally always been tasty here. Reservations are a must, especially if you want to sit on their back patio. And yes, you'll WANT to sit there on a beautiful day because it's so comforting. Brasswood has a whole estate here with their own separate tasting room, cafe, and a few other tasting rooms and stores on deck. This is a place where you can spend your entire day here and that's what people do. So, make a reservation if you can because this popular spot gets busy. I can't forget to mention the amazing ambience! This place literally glows at night. I'm not a big winter season gal, but sitting inside for dinner here during the wintertime is so charming. I adore the low lights and rustic feel. The patio is heated during this time of year too, and you can walk around their estate when it's all lit up at night and it's adorable. And the service is pretty incredible too. The staff is so warm and attentive. 5 stars at the way. Brasswood truly melts my heart and I adore it to pieces. read more

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Such a great farm to table restaurant! High quality and excellent service. The aesthetic and views were great! The food was amazing! You have to get their homemade mozzarella on warm toast (not on the menu) because they make it in house. Pair this with the side or heirloom tomatoes for a matchmake in heaven. Highly recommend ordering their frito misto for that light crunch and seafood/veg mix. As a pleasant surprise, the side of truffle fries were SO. GOOD. You can't go wrong with anything here. read more

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Wife TikTok's "food in Napa" and first one was Brasswood! All great things spoken about here so we had to try! We made reservations around 7pm we arrived early because we seen there is also a winery there as well so we wanted to see the outside and surrounding area. All was unkept to the best top quality landscape. Inside the restaurant was very nice. A lot of nice decor and looked nice lit up at night. The staff was very friendly and our waiter was amazing. The appetizer was the fried Calamari and the toasted bread with mozzarella on top. Both were so good our fav was the cheese that was top tier . We did order drinks I had a Russian river IPA very good beer and wife's drink was recommended by waiter and she loved it! My pork chop dish was amazing! I wish I had ordered another to go! If have a sweet tooth the dessert menu was great as well! This early turned into a spot we must come to when Napa. read more

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This is one of our new favorite spots! The food was amazing and the staff were so kind. My husband and I were wine tasting close by and they were able to get us in even though it was extremely busy. You have to order the fresh mozzarella and the short ribs with pasta. Can't go wrong! read more

Brasswood Bar + Kitchen - Short ribs with pasta - American Near Me - Saint Helena, California

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What we ordered: 1. duck bolognese: was listed as best item on yelp, so I was excited. Unfortunately, didn't live up to the hype as there was barely any duck and the sauce tastes generic, nothing too special. 2. mozzarella: surprisingly really good despite being mainly cheese. The bread was toasted and cheese was warm, nice to eat as an appetizer. 3. truffle fries: I love truffle and fries, so this was yummy. A generous portion and sauce tasted like honey mustard, paired with fries perfectly. 4. steak: I didn't try it but friends thought steak was yummy and filling. read more

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Since my original review of Brasswood several years ago, we've been back countless times. Obviously we still luv this restaurant! Menu is not overly huge, but plenty of attractive items. I frequently get the beef short rib pasta, which has shrunk a bit in size, but still is good. Table finished fresh mozz never disappoints, although toasted bread seemed harder than usual. Service is typically excellent. read more

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Had a wonderful dining experience at Brasswood Kitchen for lunch! We ordered the "secret" menu item of bread with mozzarella for an appetizer that was absolutely incredible. We then shared some pizzas and a pear prosciutto salad. The food came out quickly and the server was very attentive. If I'm ever back in the area doing some wine tastings, I'll certainly be back. read more

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We went there for my friend's 40th birthday and we had the best time. The service was top notch. It's like our server can read our minds or just has a heighten sense of hearing because everything that we seemed to have mentioned, he came back around and offered even before we asked. We got a free dessert for the birthday girl which we ordered the butter Scotch and Crème Brȗlée and they were delicious. I ordered a lamb dish and it was very well seasoned and I liked that way it taste. The ambiance was busy yet cozy. There is a special item on the menu for their mozzarella cheese so be sure to ask for it and there's also a special drink for the speak easy holiday experience so be sure to check that out if you have time. Overall fun experience. read more

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Both pasta dish's and the salad hit the spot after a long day of wineries. We enjoyed!

This is our go to restaurant when we are wine tasting in St. Helena. The service is very friendly and attentive. The food is tasty with items not regularly available at other restaurants. One of our favorites is the off menu ( you need to ask for it specially) warm mozzarella on toasted French bread. They also have arancini with pesto or duck bolognese sauce. We prefer the pesto. They have a variety of pastas and several pizzas with a seasonal pizza. Overall a lovely experience. TIP/ avoid sitting close to the bar as it can be very noisy-local patrons having fun. read more

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I wish my husband and I ordered two of the mozzarella starters. I totally understand the hype now!! It was incredibly fresh and flavorful, and the bread it came with had the perfect crunch on the outside while still being fluffy in the middle. We also shared the steak sandwich special, which was delicious and came with crispy shoestring fries. They definitely didn't skimp out on the fries. The pizza lunch special we ordered had a white sauce base with bacon and green onion - also really tasty. This ended up being our favorite restaurant in the St. Helena/Calistoga area, and we already can't wait to come back. Our server Brian was amazing - he checked in on us often and gave us great service all around. The lychee cocktail I ordered was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I'm looking forward to trying some of their other drinks next time! read more

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The food was delish, service was amazing (thanks Mercedes), and restaurant was moody and modern. We even sat outside afterwards by the fire. read more

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