This was a pleasant find- as it was something that felt uniquely different to the area. While…read morefollowing their social media, they advertised a new spring cocktail- Wabi Sabi. With a wasabi and fennel infused vodka, it was too unique not to be curious about. Upon arriving and looking over the menu, SEVERAL cocktails stood out to me as intriguing to try. I started with the Wabi Sabi which was as interesting as it sounded. While I didn't pick up on fennel, you do pick up on the wasabi, but in the most subtle of ways. Think maybe lime/ginger sparkling water with just a hint of spice. Refreshing and different for sure. I also tried the Mucha Lucha w/ cilantro infused Siete Leguas Blanco, chorizo infused mezcal and cubes made of hot sauce that make the drink have a bit more of a kick as you allow them to melt. I did the HH chips and guac which was also accompanied with a tasty Chipotle sauce. Damn good actually. It'd be excellent served in a variety of ways. The deviled eggs aren't going to blow your mind, but I like that you get 4 different ones- and simply because I love eggs, I'd order them again. (They just wouldn't be a dish that brings me back). The bartender was great- helpful and attentive, even as more people began to filter in for an early afternoon. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in Napa to check out some other menu options.

IMHO Our friend is a…read morespirit club member at Napa Valley Distillery. As a Bar Club member, one of his benefits is a complimentary club cocktail-of-the-day at The ArBARetum. So of course, after our spirit tasting at Napa Valley, we walked a short distance to the ArBARetum. We grabbed a table outside and the two gentlemen in our group got the complimentary cocktails. We also ordered the Pastrami Nachos, which was a big hit. We had a short but enjoyable visit here but didn't want to be late for our dinner reservation, right next door at Scala! Of course, we'll return for more great cocktails and friendly service!

I usually come to Napa for the wine, but during the Napa Lighted Art event my wife and I followed…read morethe sound of Metallica coming from a nearby bar--and I'm so glad we did. We popped in and found JV behind the bar, spinning great music ahead of an event they were hosting. He made some drink suggestions and they were 100/10! I got the Manhattan and Old Fashioned while my wife got the white gummy (wish we got a picture of them but the quality was perfect). The energy was instantly welcoming and refreshingly unpretentious. Great tunes, great atmosphere, and a bartender who clearly knows how to make great drinks. We asked what music they normally play and they responded it depends. At their busy times it's mostly hip hop and R&B, other times the bartender's will throw some music on. I would suggest stopping in to have a great cocktail and see what they're playing. This was a fun, unexpected stop that made our night even better. Shout out to JV for the fun experience! I didn't catch the other staff members names but they were funny and welcoming as well. Here is a picture of JV in a stitch beanie his Manager brought him.

Had a great time at 1331 Cocktail Bar. The bartender was incredibly friendly and made the whole…read moreexperience feel welcoming and relaxed. I was especially excited to see one of my favorite Pinot Noirs from Flowers on the menu--a really nice touch that elevated the night. The space itself is trendy and well-designed, with a variety of seating options that make it easy to settle in whether you're there for a quick drink or a longer hangout.

Cute, swanky bar. Decor had moody vibes & loved the velvet cushioned bench seats…read more Unfortunately, service wasn't great. We didn't seem like the crowd that was already enjoying their cocktails, (my 66 yr old mother & my 74 yr old aunt).. but we gave it a go while we were waiting for our dinner resos a few streets down. They had a pop up menu that had Australian whiskey- which were 10$ each. Great price considering the regular menu with drinks @ 18$ a pop. Drinks were just meh. Tasted like whiskey shaken up with ginger beer. Will give this bar another shot one day, maybe need to go when the Sun is down and the moon is up?

We were escorted here by a gentlemen at Zuzu, not sure if they're affiliated with Zuzu but they…read morehave an adjoining door and shared restrooms. We wanted to stop into Zuzu's and being that it was so hot out, I wanted to walk into Zuzu's to make sure they had their a/c cranked up. I was greeted by the gentlemen who presented me the option of a cocktail lounge was sounded nice. Lead the way, kind sir! Felt like our own private lounge as we chose a cozy dark corner. It's a narrow bar and perfect for the 2 of us.

Came here on a Saturday night. Got 3 drinks and all 3 were off menu and all 3 were exceptional!…read moreI'll have to ask my friend for the names because I need these drinks to happen again! My favorite was the first cucumber drink I had. It was so refreshing! The second cucumber drink was so tasty, and had some spice to it! Their menu is extensive but it's the fact that the are true artists that I love!

Stopped by The Fink on a Saturday night and enjoyed the chill vibe. It feels a bit like a speakeasy…read moreat first, you walk into the building, go through a second door, and then you're in this island-style tiki bar. Cool transition. The bartender was super kind and sweet, which always makes the experience better. We ordered Painkillers (our go-to at tiki bars). The flavor was a little different than what we're used to, not super pineapple-forward, but still good and unique. The bartender shared that the syrups are made in house, and the presentation was definitely fun. Overall, I'd recommend this spot if you're looking for a relaxed place to hang out, sip on some drinks, and enjoy island vibes. They didn't have live music entertainment when we were there, but it looks like they do host live music at times, which would be a great bonus.

Came here for drinks. Tried the Bahn-Mi--delicious with a spicy kick. Recommend. Also tried Teacup…read moreMasala. It was okay. Not my fave. Loved this spot and the vibes. Will definitely be back. update: 3 months later. Came for trivia night. Had the "last word" drink which was okay. I also had the "tears of the kingdom" which was tasty. I'd have that one again. Also love that they were showing a movie. Like so cool. I was invested.

Unfortunately while passerby's visiting Napa would call this a cool/eclectic establishment due to…read moreits vinyl records and seemingly diverse music palate, myself and about 100+ people who attended a birthday party here in February experienced one of the worst handling of "large" crowds I've seen in my 20+ year History of the Bay Area music scene. As soon as we approached the venue, there was a long line of people waiting to get inside. We arrived a bit later (around 8pm), and the crowd had already started to fill the venue. Mind you, it's a decent sized venue but not a massive space -- enough to accommodate at minimum 100 and likely max of 200 while still staying within code. There were several people coming in and out of the door, where the GM and bouncer for the night , appeared extremely stressed due to the amount of people in line and inside. A woman, who happened to be the wife of the DJ, stepped out to make a phone call and when she attempted to get back inside, proceeded to get yelled at by the bouncer saying she needed to go to the back of the line and wait like everyone else. The woman attempted to tell the bouncer her husband, who was the guest DJ for the night and is a historical, world renowned DJ (again using big names to draw crowds, and appropriating vinyl culture, but not respecting the very people in attendance), needed to tell him she'd be outside and would sit in the car. The GM started to yell and disrespect the DJs wife, and she ended up staying outside. Apparently this GM and venue are not used to larger crowds, and she essentially cracked under pressure. She went on to tell us the capacity was 67, and that they "were already at 200", which is a lie because there was a ton of space between people inside the venue (we have photos to prove it). She kept yelling and pushing people back. Girlfriend, this was not a Vegas club night. This crowd is 40+ (age) crowd, so it's not like people were out of control and acting debaucherous -- everyone was respecting the rules. If you couldn't handle the crowd, which btw you agreed prior to the 80-100 people expected for the party, then why was it such a hassle for your venue to handle the capacity. You knew a larger crowd was expected that night, it's your responsibility as a business owner to adequately staff the bar, door, etc. Yes; we needed to respect the door and the rules -- and everyone did. I won't get into further detail, but a physical altercation took place after the woman tried to return a second time (to again get her husband and tell him what was going on given she was being harassed at the door), putting hands on her in the process. Just completely out of line. Overall, this venue wants to appropriate the music and DJ culture, yet when the actual music and DJ community show up, there is no respect. Let alone for loyal patrons who have frequented your business and brought tons of revenue to the bar that night (which btw was extremely slow). Don't fall for the dog and pony show here. Go somewhere else that touts respects for their patrons, and for all walks of life -- not just the pretentious kind.

This rooftop bar is located at the 2nd floor of Andaz Boutique Hotel right in the heart of downtown…read moreNapa. Was in the area meeting up some group of friends and was having dinner at Tarla Mediterranean Restaurant next door and we all decided to check out Mercantile Social and Terrace. The hotel itself is pretty and chill and the staff are all soo welcoming and accommodating. I dropped off my vehicle at the valet and they are prompt and well mannered. The bar tenders at Mercantile were friendly and took good care of us throughout the evening. They had outdoor patios that are clean and equipped with outdoor heaters and fireplaces so it was very warm and chill. The drinks were made good and we all enjoyed the ambiance of the place as it is private and relaxing. highly recommend this spot and will definitely return.

Came here for trivia. It was super fun. I realize I have…read moreactually never been to Mercantile so oopsies to that previous review. It's on the 2nd floor of Andaz on an outdoor patio. Dog friendly. Loved that for me. To start I had the beach cocktail, which was okay. and then I had the Napa martini. I also had the shishito peppers that were tasty. Initially the bartender overcharged me for one of my drinks, I brought it up and he fixed it. But it was odd that the price didn't match the menu...anyway. Will be back. Cool vibes

Had a lovely time, great service, amazing drinks, fantastic food! The views are amazing!read more

Food: was amazing! Everything we ordered was good. To start we ordered the Pupu Sampler Platter…read morewhich had chicken wings, coconut shrimp, smoked salmon Rangoon and veggie pot stickers. Between the two of us we finished everything! It was that good! For our main entree we got Creamy Salmon Poke Bowl and Tofu Poke bowl and they were both delicious. Each one had different toppings. For drinks, we had Uma Ube and Ube Bae Baby. They were the same drink except the Uma Ube had alcohol. And let me tell you I will get that drink again. It was nice and strong. Service: the staff were very nice. We came as they were getting ready to open so there was no line. Once we ordered the food and drinks came right away. Ambiance: I love the ambiance. Love the decor. It was giving Island Vibes and feels. And the music was nice too. Oh by the way they have an awesome second floor/rooftop lounge. We came on a Friday afternoon but I'd come back again on a Friday night to hang with some friends for delicious island drinks.

I wish I had taken photos of everything we ordered, but we all dug in way too fast…read more We got the chili crisp pork nachos during happy hour, really good with a nice kick of spice. The pastor tacos (also happy hour) were by far the best pastor tacos I've ever had. Super flavorful and cooked perfectly. We also tried the lettuce wraps. They were good, but probably not something I'd order again. The fried chicken sandwich was solid, juicy, flavorful chicken, and I loved that it came with fries since that's becoming rare in Napa. The burger was also good, again with fries (much appreciated). THE STAR: the octopus. WOW. So tender with the perfect balance of flavor. It was the only dish I managed to take a photo of because the presentation was beautiful and honestly better than any octopus dish I've had in the valley. 10/10!! Our server was super friendly and knowledgeable, helped steer us in the right direction, and kept things fun at the table. Huge thank you to Em for such a great experience! We will be back very soon!

I came here with my family for a birthday dinner and we were a party of five. I would definitely…read moreconsider this restaurant more of a date night spot for up to two people because it is small inside. However, there weren't a ton of people in there so a larger party like ours thankfully worked. I was a little bit confused by the menu because I felt like it was attempting to be a fusion restaurant of some sort. Flavor profiles ranged from Asian cuisine to Italian and to Mexican/Latin. That being said everything that we ate was delicious. I do feel like some of the entrées felt a little bit incomplete. For example, the octopus dish was very good, but clearly needed a vessel to soak up all of the rich sauce. A side of rice would've gone a long way had it been included in the entrée. Our server and the bartender were amazing though. They came over and checked on us regularly, refilling our waters as needed, and took a group photo of us more than once lol. I just think that the menu could use some refinement and direction and if I returned, it would be more of a date night or just with one or two friends versus a larger group.

The food is amazing. The views are amazing and The music is amazing. You will not regret choosing…read morethis restaurant!! definitely worth it and they took good care of me for my birthday

This spot is definitely worth a stop if you're exploring downtown Napa. We visited on a Saturday…read morearound 11am and it wasn't overly crowded, which made for a relaxed experience. They offer a full bar with tabletop seating, plus a spacious covered outdoor area and a separate section with lounge-style seating and tables. Many of the seating areas have great views of Napa and the surrounding mountains, which really adds to the overall vibe. Service was solid. Our server was friendly and attentive throughout our visit. We didn't try any food this time and stuck to drinks. The Moscow mules were excellent, though a bit on the pricey side. We ended up spending a couple of hours here, enjoying the views, good conversation, and well-made drinks. A great place to unwind and take in the scenery.

Our group of 5 swung by The Garden after brunch to grab a quick drink. It's a large open space with…read moreplenty of tables and seating, with a high ceiling, hanging plants, and the occasional bird flying around. Lots of different options on draft! It was pretty empty on a Saturday morning around 11:30am, which might be because of the location (kind of at the far end of downtown, and we had to find street parking 2 blocks away). We opted for a flight, which was 5 of the Tannery beers on draft, for $16 - a great deal in my opinion. My friend expressed interest in one of the sours that wasn't on the menu for the flight, and they were kind enough to give us an extra taste of that one without us even asking! They had food offerings, but we were still full from brunch, so didn't get to try them out. Overall, cute place that would be a great option to hang out over beers and some food - looks like they do some really cool events too.

Guinness on draft, cute tables and cute plants…read more We didn't order any food, but that's all that matters at a brewery