This town of Yountville is super upscale and everyone would be so fortunate to visit this beautiful…read moretown!! I absolutely love being here and feel so lucky to be here!!

I wasn't expecting anything fancy, but the premade sandwich I bought here was honestly…read moreembarrassing, especially for a place in Yountville. What I got for $14 was two slices of very dry bread, a stack of thin turkey slices, two curled pieces of mild cheddar cheese (on a turkey sandwich?), a single limp leaf of lettuce and a packet of yellow mustard (Heinz) and mayo. No tomato, no seasoning, no balance of flavors. Just dry bread, turkey, and cheese that doesn't even belong on this type of sandwich. The wrap didn't list ingredients and the deli counter was closed, so there was no way to ask questions or customize anything. I ended up stuck with a premade option that felt like something from a hospital cafeteria rather than a market in the Napa Valley. The bread could have saved it, but even that was just a bland sweet roll with no texture or character. For $13+ they could at least use a decent bread from one of the many local bakeries. As a local, it's disappointing because visitors assume places in Yountville will reflect the food reputation of the area. Unfortunately this didn't come close. I've seen similar feedback in other reviews for the deli, and after this experience I understand why. The sad part is those reviews date back for years and they have obviously fallen on deaf ears. Vote with your dollars folks. If you're heading up valley and want a good sandwich, you're honestly better off stopping at Genova in Napa on the way or continuing just a few minutes up the road to Oakville Grocery. If you only need a quick bottle of wine this is a place for you. I rarely say this, but this was a "never again" for me.

We visited the coop on a Saturday afternoon. The girl who works there was super bubbly, friendly,…read moreand just had a really great personality! Customer service in the Napa Valley can be a hit or miss. The ambience is nice. It's almost like as if you were visiting a friend and having a picnic in the garden. The food was outstanding! They ran out of breakfast so we were forced to get a grilled cheese and it was the best grilled cheese we have ever had in our life! We had a slice of fig cake that was phenomenal and a slice of chocolate apple cake, which was also phenomenal! I would 100% recommend this place.

This spot is a bit of a mixed bag. The location is charming, situated right in the heart of…read moreYountville, and the walk-up setup has a casual, relaxed vibe. Unfortunately, the service left a lot to be desired. The woman at the counter was cold and barely spoke, and I couldn't shake the feeling that she was silently judging my order. Not exactly the welcoming energy you'd hope for. The woman working in the back, however, was a bright spot. She kept a warm smile throughout and moved through her tasks with care. As for the drink itself, it was genuinely good, a solid 3.5 out of 5. Would I go back? Only if the group I was with wanted to stop in. Accidentally deleted my pictures

This is a tiny little farmers market on Thursday morning in Yountville from 8 am to 12 pm. They…read morehave a honey booth but the lady was coughing so I didn't try any honey. There's also a Middle Eastern **booth with hummus. It's all very cute but don't expect much

This is a pretty small farmers market and on our Sundayvisit there were only eight vendors in…read moreattendance. It sits directly next-door to the Velo deli which is part of the ranch market too. You might get lucky in the parking lot, but I'd suggest street parking. If you're looking for some food items, they do have artisan bread, produce, honey, and smoothies. CBD, botanicals and craft items were also featured. On our visit there were no made to order or cooked fresh items offered here, for that, you'll have to go into the deli. No covered dining area and not much in the way of shade. If you're in Yountville, it's worth stopping by. Some informative photos included.

3 Michelin Star French Laundry's garden, directly across the street from the restaurant. It looks…read morelike a small community garden but get closer and you can see how well maintained and neat all the vegetables are, even the chickens and roosters look regal and clean. I enjoyed coming here and checking it out because of the transparency, they take the common and plain looking red cabbage or arugula you see at your feet and transform it into something "consistently superior", "soul-satisfying", etc... Come early and you may spot Chef Thomas Keller walking the garden and later in the evening you might even spot a maskless governor and well-dressed diners getting their shoes muddy. The smell of oak smoke permeates the air pleasantly, they are using it for one of their dishes and you can see the acorns and oak trees in the garden. 4.5 stars, greenhouse is worth peaking into as well. Parking is free on street and residential neighborhoods on the left. Garden is open 24/7, totally public.

You've all heard of Thomas Keller...Mr Michelin Star USA champ!…read more well this is his garden.. The French Laundry, Bouchon, Ad Hoc, and Addendum use the produce from this garden to feed hungry foodies. On our trip to Yountville we walked through the gardens every day...it not only is beautiful and amazing, but it was our kids entertainment on our walks... they enjoyed hanging with the chickens and the honey bees. we sent them on "scavenger hunts" to find different types of plants growing in the garden... the kids loved !

Truly inventive savory macarons that stand out among all the other Yountville bakeries…read more My friend was raving about the elote macarons she'd had before, so she insisted we head over so I could try them, too. Madeleine's Macarons is right across the street from RH Yountville. The interior is clean and minimal. They also offer a variety of sandwiches and crepes, in addition to drinks, gelatos, and the large pastry case of macarons. Service was friendly, but could be slow because it's just 1 person manning the whole shop. As noted before, Madeleine's offers your standard macaron flavors, in addition to some fun sweet flavors like Watermelon Tajin, as well as savory flavors. I honestly don't know why more spots aren't offering these savory versions, because they are AMAZING. In addition to my friend buying a pack of 6 elote macarons, I tried the: strawberry balsamic, thyme & feta with hazelnuts, apple gorgonzola & almond, watermelon tajin, passionfruit, and orange creamsicle. With the exception of the apple gorgonzola, all the flavors were perfectly balanced and delicious. I especially enjoyed the watermelon tajin and the thyme & feta. The elote was also amazing, and had a slight tang. I would have loved more apple in the apple gorgonzola, but it still had a wonderful texture. Of note, however, is that the matcha latte I got was a bit underwhelming. I added the pistachio rose syrup, but could barely taste it. It can be hard to stand out in Yountville among all the other bakeries, but Madeleine's offers something truly unique.

I've seen Madeline's Macarons driving through Yountville before and always been curious so I…read morefinally stopped by with a friend to try some macarons. They have a combination of standard flavors (think espresso, pistachio, chocolate) and unique sweet and savory options. It's a small storefront with two tables inside and some outdoor seating. The service was friendly and quick as well. We got 3 macarons to try for $10 - a lavender, watermelon tajin, and apple gorgonzola. Surprisingly the lavender was my least favorite despite us choosing it as a "safe" option - the filling was almost soapy in taste and felt slightly gritty/oily. The watermelon tajin had the flavor of a jolly rancher and also bubblegum and was very unique and interesting to try. The apple gorgonzola was likely my favorite, with the macarons have a sour apple taste and the filling being more creamy with buts of funk and umami from the gorgonzola cutting through. Overall, lots of unique fun flavors at Madeline's and I'm glad I gave it a try! I'm definitely impressed by how they were able to capture this wide variety of flavors in macaron form, and the macaron cookies themseslves are wonderful in texture.

I got to see Iman again today when I stopped in to check out the store, they have beautiful produce…read moreoutside that was picked from their garden. I love the delicious smelling candles and dark chocolates. They also have hats to wear and flex in. They use the plates and silverware at French Laundry and their other restaurants as well. It's a beautiful little spot in Yountville, you should definitely stop by!

Walking in I expected Finesse The Store to be a boutique kitchen supply shop but was quite…read moresurprised when I finally saw the space. The shelves are essentially empty with an incredibly small selection of books, candy, and kitchen items. There were large gaps between products, almost like it was set up to be a showroom and the space generally felt unwelcoming. Overall, unless you are specifically a fan of this chef and brand, I wouldn't make a special trip to Yountville for it.

$3 per bonbon. Upon walk in, we were greeted with a piece of dark chocolate. Looking at other…read morereviews, it seems like other people got to try specific bonbon flavors, which would've been even better, but I can't complain with free samples... There was no one in the store when we visited, and no one behind us waiting so we took our time choosing. The lady working behind the counter seemed slightly exasperated with us. Regardless, we ended up picking a 9 piece box, which was $27. The subsequent times we visited, it was a different employee, who was more friendly so your experience may vary. Regardless, pretty good chocolate overall, albeit pricey, but the store feels kind of cold and sterile.

This was my second visit to Kollar Chocolates, and they still don't disappoint. We tried a…read moreselection of their chocolate bonbons, and every bite felt thoughtfully crafted. My absolute favorite is the Dang Dazy milk chocolate--its velvety texture paired with crunchy almond and hazelnut bits creates the perfect balance. The Earl Grey dark chocolate was also incredibly good. While the richness of the dark chocolate leans slightly dominant, you can still catch those subtle, fragrant notes of Earl Grey in each bite. At around $3 per bonbon, it's definitely on the pricier side--but considering the quality, creativity, and variety of flavors, I think it's completely justified. It's especially heartbreaking to share that this is widely considered one of the best artisan chocolate shops in California, and they're now closing their only store in Yountville due to slow business and rising costs. Losing a place like this feels like losing a true gem. If you're anywhere near Yountville, make the trip and show them some love while you still can.

Cup for Cup is the term that bakers use when substituting something in the exact ratio as something…read moreelse. So for those of you who have gluten intolerance or Celiac, there is an alternative. Lena Kwak and Thomas Keller of French Laundry fame have created a mixture that replaces your normal flour. If you go to TFL and have their salmon cones, or glutten free bread, you'll see this formula in action right in their Michelin 3 star restaurant. Lena is part of the pastry team at TFL (also working with Tim Hollingsworth), doing the nutritional and food research for the fact that the bread service at TFL was missing for those with gluten issues. This also is being developed with Keller's Bouchon Bakery, so you'll be seeing the stuff there too. Better yet, you can buy a bag (Williams-Sonoma is one place you can get it), take it home and test for yourself.

I had the chance to meet Lena and her team at the Fancy Food Show in SF... and I was happy to…read morereceive a big bag of her gluten free flour! Not that I'm a baker, but I gave the package to my dear mother. My mom has used it several times now and loves it! Great job Chef Lena and Cup 4 Cup! Super product.

After a long drive from San Francisco I was starving. This place was perfect. It's not particularly…read morecheap but given the location you shouldn't expect that. I ordered a breakfast burrito which was about $19. Given the convenient self serve water, and the comfortable chairs on the lanai outside I didn't mind the price. The burrito took longer than expected to come out. About 15 minutes but the wait was worth it. It was massive in size and completely filled me up. All the dishes looked great. I'd come back here for sure.

The food here is tasty. I'll start off with that. I had the breakfast burrito which is not a…read moretraditional breakfast burrito and has a good portion of pickled vegetables including hot peppers. Overall it's tasty but for $18 is rather small. My wife had the shrimp ceviche which was passable but not special. The bowl they used is too small to get the marinade effectively which is the key to the flavor. Again the portion is small considering the price. Chips were good. We also got the truffle fries which again were tasty but not worth returning. The thing that is weird is we had to wait quite a bit of time for our food. This is fine but when the food came out it was not piping hot. Was the delay related to the expediter not get the food out as it sits on a counter? That is completely unacceptable. The default tip is 18% which is what I left but I had to get my own silverware, napkins and water. So really the tip is for the staff and not really for "service"