Food- Excellent food. All ingredients are local and served fresh. We had to the steak tartar, crab…read moreroll, and chicken entree. Best tartar I have had. Beef was tender and perfectly seasoned. The crab and chicken entree were also great. The brick oven chicken was paired with the most delicious buttered beans I've ever had. If I lived in Napa I would 100% return. Ambiance- cute farmhouse fell perfect for any occasion. Service- excellent. Welcoming and accommodating.

2.5/5 stars Nothing…read morehurts quite like bringing family to a restaurant you've spent years hyping up. I've been coming to Farmstead over the years and it was one of my favorite recommendations for those visiting St. Helena. I've sent friends, family and out-of-town visitors here, often raving about how good it was. So when I took my immediate family to Farmstead a few weeks ago, I made a reservation, drove over 40+ minutes from the southern part of Napa Valley and genuinely looked forward to returning. Making reservation online was easy, parking is available (although it can feel like a competitive sport once everyone decides to arrive at the same time), the covered outdoor seating remains lovely, the barn transformed to a dining room with its high ceilings is still a beautiful space and the bathrooms were clean. Unfortunately, the food was simply didn't live up to what I remembered. We started with the cheddar biscuits with honey butter. I expected warm, tender biscuits. Instead each of the biscuits were surprisingly, almost as if they've been left in the oven a few minutes too long. The honey butter tried its best to salvage the situation, but was unsuccessful. We also ordered the fried eggplant which skipped right past golden brown and headed directly into "left in the fryer during a staff meeting" territory. For entrees, two of us ordered the steak frites. The cut of the day was a flank steak and we both ordered medium rare. Mine arrive firmly in the medium-well territory. It's disappointing when your steak lands two doneness levels above what you requested. A friend ordered the grass-fed cheeseburger medium. It also came out well beyond that point, dry and crumbly rather than juicy. He was expecting a burger. What showed up as something closer to a semi-palatable hockey puck. The wood-grilled heritage pork chop was probably the strongest dish at the table. At $52, however, we were expecting something memorable. It was fine. Perfectly acceptable. But "perfectly acceptable" isn't exactly the reaction you're hoping for at that price point. Dessert was a small bowl of stracciatella gelato. That's it. No wafer, no cookie, waffle cone shard, no sprig of mint or garnishment to make it feel finished. I can see wanting to accommodate dietary restriction like those who are gluten-free, but it would have been nice to have an optional accompaniment. We kept the drinks simple. Service was fine. Total bill came out to be about $330 for lunch with tip. What stood out wasn't the cost, but the lack of excitement or something being memorable. You're dining at a popular restaurant in Napa Valley, you're going to be paying a premium. At our table, nobody was particularly excited about the meal they had or interested in taking home any leftovers. Maybe it was an off day. Maybe nostalgia elevated my memories beyond reality. Whatever the reason, this experience felt very different from the Farmstead I've enthusiastically recommended over the years. The restaurant was very busy with a steady stream of people coming through the entire time while we were there, so clearly plenty of diners continue to enjoy it. But based on this visit, I don't see myself recommending it the way I once did. I'm just one customer. Still, this was a disappointing return to what had long been one of my favorites in St. Helena.

I'm not a huge drinker but do enjoy a nice vino from time to time. Made a reservation for a tasting…read moreand stopped by here and really enjoyed my stay. I'd imagine that the tasting experience is pretty strongly shaped by the person serving you at the bar and the guy helping me was super friendly, down to earth, and yet still very knowledgeable and serious about the craft even busting out a 3D map is the thin to teach me about the various appellations in the region. Awesome experience, gorgeous spot, busy but didn't feel frantic, even on a sunny weekend.

The tasting was great! Mitch was a very fun and knowledgeable host. He went off menu for one of the…read moremembers of our group to help her find wines she really enjoyed. He was a pleasure! It was very nice that they had a large selection of cheese and meats we could purchase to take home with us. They also had tons of accessories as well that were priced very well and seemed like nice quality. And the lady behind the cheese counter (I forgot her name) was super helpful and knowledgeable about what cheeses would go great with our wine, same for the ladies behind the meat counter! I only gave four stars because the girls at the register were not very friendly, and the lady that checked us in when we first got there was also not very friendly. Also, the restrooms were pretty gross and needed to be cleaned more frequently. Other than that this was a fun place to visit! We did walk in which was nice so if you need somewhere to do a last minute or unplanned tasting this is a great place!

Knight's Valley Expression Tour & Tasting led by a very enthusiastic and knowledgeable Jorge! Other…read morestaff: greeted by every staff member, very friendly. Wine 'tastes' every where in the beautiful gardens. Relaxing way to spend an afternoon.

Had an incredible time at Beringer this afternoon! The wine tasing was phenomenal, and Jorge was an…read moreincredible guide! He was super helpful in recommending wines to my group (go for the rose and dessert wine!). The background Jorge provided on the history of the property and the cave was super informative - it's clear he and the rest of the staff have an incredible passion for wine. Jose and Stephanie were also super helpful and informative to talk to. Vibes were also strong. Great place for photos!

Our first visit was last year when we came up to celebrate our wedding anniversary and my brother…read moreand his wife suggested this place as they are members. We had never been, even though we had come to Napa before, but they were excited to have us visit and celebrate here and when we saw it we understood why. We immediately fell in love! The view Rombauer has is one that takes our breath away. It's a gorgeous location and the wine is delicious. We had such a wonderful time, we brought some charcuterie items and just enjoyed every tasting so much that we ended up buying some bottles. Now every time we go to visit my brother we ask them to take us. Always look forward to enjoy the views, the wine and the service. Yes, service is fabulous also! Beautiful place, we're in love!

Always our fav Napa destinations with good wines, service and ambiance -- the view is gorgeous and…read morethey allow bringing in your own food Wether we are seated overlooking the vineyards or chilling under an umbrella with our picnic basket, it's a not-to-be-missed experience every time We've been members over two years and have enjoyed each bottle of wine enjoyed there and back at home reminiscing --

I love, love, LOVE this place!…read more The wines, the atmosphere, the history, the cabanas, and of course, the pizza--it truly has it all! This particular tasting was our best ever, and we have Gustavo to thank for that! His knowledge, wonderful stories, and genuine servant's heart are immeasurable. He made the experience so much more than just a wine tasting. We ended our visit with a wonderful tour, which was the perfect way to finish an already amazing experience. Thank you, Gustavo, for making our visit so memorable. We can't wait to return!

This is a wonderful and gorgeous winery in St. Helena area. We were not planning to stop by but as…read morewe drove past, we saw the historical landmark sign and were curious to check it out. There is a posting on the wall of the winery that explains the history of Charles Krug, the oldest winery in the valley. We decided to check it out and were unfortunately too late to do a tasting but they were happy to help us with ordering a charcuterie platter and glass of wine. We settled on a Cab which we very much enjoyed. The bartender was kind enough to give us a sample of two different wines before we committed. I also liked that they offer a complimentary tasting of champagne as you enter. The inside of the winery is pretty, but the outside is really gorgeous. We enjoyed the wonderful weather and sat in a shaded gazebo area. There are plenty of nice shaded areas and we saw other parties seated outside enjoying the weather. We sipped on the wine and munched on the tasty cheeses, crackers, and other yummies on the charcuterie platter and had a lovely evening here. We would definitely recommend checking this spot out if you are in the area!

A wine tasting with pairing of food bites was an amazing experience at Clif! Beautiful modern space…read moreand when not too hot, enjoy outdoor patio seating. Our wine tasting host named America was so friendly and shared great context per pour. We did our reservation in advance and there was a hand written welcome sign for our table! We were not rushed on a weekday visit I enjoyed numerous wines, particularly a couple Sauv Blancs. The blueberry jam was so good I had to get a jar home

Least favorite of 12 places we visited…read more Little bites were good* * sitting on a patio, was served bread/bean tapas, micro Caesar salad and sweaty cheese with blueberries. Wine and presentation were sub par. I think our guide was annoyed with us!

Our whole family had a wonderful experience here at Alpha Omega Winery. We were a large group of 9…read moreranging from a 7 month old baby to 73 year old seniors celebrating my mom's 70th birthday. The best thing about Alpha Omega is that is that it's very family friendly. Not many wineries welcome children and this location was very accommodating. Our children were well behaved, I kept them occupied with lots of arts and craft activities, but my child still end up knocking over a glass of wine. Our server Jokayla was so gracious with us and helped us clean up. She was also very accommodating with everyone's taste preferences and offered customized recommendations for us. This is one of the wineries that did not require an upfront charge to enter which I appreciate so much. Not everyone in our party drank. Up to 2 adults can share a $75 flight of wine. If you purchase 2 or more bottles of wine, the tasting fee is waived. The pours are also plenty so this is a great deal. I just loved their flexibility. Valet parking was free! The winery is upscale, with beautiful views of the vineyard and the water fountain if you get terrace seating. We had reservations for 10:30am and had front row at the terrace. We had a relaxing time and this is one winery I will highly recommend to families. 100% we will come back and enjoy this beautiful location and great service!

We just experienced a family day at Alpha Omega in St. Helena, and it completely redefined our…read moreexpectations of wine tasting with a 7-year-old in tow. From the stunning reflection pond and sprawling open grounds to the genuinely warm, welcoming team who made our little one feel just as special as the wine club members, it is an absolute must-visit for families exploring Napa Valley. Here is why you need to add it to your next California itinerary: Kid-Friendly Atmosphere: Open spaces and a relaxed, elegant vibe that welcomes families with open arms. Grown-Up Perks: Incredible estate wines and gorgeous vineyard views that give you that true Napa escape. Unforgettable Memories: The perfect blend of relaxation for adults and a fun, upscale day trip for the whole family. Who says you have to wait for a babysitter to enjoy a glass of cabernet? For videos of our experience check out our post on Instagram @kidfriendlyluxurytravel

Great small winery. Louisa has a deep family history with the land which is pretty special. We…read moreloved the olive oil from on property that they serve with bites of bread. The Cabernet was fabulous as the rest of the wines. We met and chatted with Julie the head winemaker about crush and their equipment they use. We will return!

We stopped in recently with a friend, who is a member of a partner winery, that provided the…read moreopportunity for four of us to taste for free (worth $95/person, according to their website). Since wine preferences vary from person to person, this review will be about the tasting experience only. The tasting started with their sparkling brut rosé, which was pretty tasty, however, it seemed to lose its bubbles after a short few minute walk to their fermentation and aging facility, which indicates to me it had been opened for quite some time. The "tour" itself lasted less than 5 minutes and didn't really come with too much of an explanation--it was more or less just allowing us access to the winemaking facility and showing the barrel room. The tasting was seated in their covered, outdoor patio--a beautiful space--a included 3 wines in addition to the brut rosé: 2025 Estate Sauvignon Blanc, 2022 Cabernet Franc Blend, and the 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon 'RLC'. One thing I really dislike about Napa Valley tastings is when they pour you wines you cannot buy because they're available to club members only. It's quite pervasive in the valley and unfortunately, Crocker & Starr was no different. The 2025 Estate Sauvignon Blanc was only available for purchase to club members. In addition, if you like to know the technical details for each wine, they do not have any tech sheets/production notes available on their website or at the tasting. They provide empty bottles of the wines in the tasting, however they didn't match the vintage so it wasn't even possible to know basic information like the ABV of the wines. It immediately sets off alarm bells in my mind when a winery is opaque with the winemaking/product details. Some of us want to know the final ABV, RS, TA, etc, and to not have this information available anywhere is quite bizarre, especially with many producers moving toward more transparency rather than less. Our host was friendly but not necessarily super knowledgeable about the production of the wines. For example, when we asked about RS in the Sauvignon Blanc, she started talking about brix at harvest, which unfortunately has nothing to do with RS in the wine, which she later claimed was 0g/L--a value that seemed contradictory to the palate experience of the wine and impossible to verify without tech sheets. Overall, it was a standard tasting experience and from where I was sitting, not at all worth $95/person. Yes, I get it--Napa is expensive and they're selling "experiences" rather than tastings. However, based on our experience, this was merely a tasting and you can get a lot better ones for cheaper in the valley.

One of the better and fun wine experiences! Stunning views and an awesome gondola ride!…read more The tour experience was fantastic. There was so much to see and so much history learned throughout. As someone who's slowly getting into wine, their tasting was incredible. It got better and better after each tasting. I ended up grabbing 3 bottles at the end because it was that good. Staff is very friendly and professional. I highly recommend touring this vineyard for a first time wine tasting and for newbies as well.

This was a solid wine tour experience! When I was looking up spots to visit, Sterling caught my eye…read morebecause of the gondola ride. And the ride was well worth it! From the moment you start your ascent, you can enjoy sweeping views of the valley. When we arrived at the top, we started the self-guided Sterling Stroll experience. Many of the staff we met were helpful and kind in giving some background on the pours. I also liked that you could learn about the wine-making process from some of the signs around the tour area and enjoy a beautiful view. However, it did have more of a museum/assembly-line feel as you passed from station to station. There were many patrons when we visited on a Sunday afternoon so there was often a buildup of folks waiting to taste the next wine. The wines themselves were decent, but not standouts from our visit to the Napa valley. All in all, a really unique experience with the gondola ride, sweeping views and self-guided format! It just may not be for everyone depending on what you're looking for.

Del Dotto was an amazing wine tour and tasting experience! Our tour guide, Michelle, was…read morewonderful--friendly, knowledgeable, and so personable. She made the entire experience enjoyable and engaging. The wines were delicious, and I especially enjoyed the Cabernet Sauvignon. The tour itself was fantastic, and the beautiful estate made the experience even more memorable. We also enjoyed the pizza and tater tots served at the end of the tour, which was the perfect way to wrap up such a wonderful experience. I highly recommend Del Dotto, especially if you're a red wine lover. The beautiful estate, wonderful hospitality, delicious wines, and unique tasting experience made this one of our favorite stops in Napa!

Our tour guide, Jesse, was great, however the wine was objectively bad. For $120/person, which…read moreisn't outrageous for the valley, the tasting was done with low-quality glassware and even worse wine. While the vineyard is clearly supposed to be Italian, the best wines are French blends (even the one carrying the name of the owner) and the pizza served after the tasting is an abomination of pizza that any Italian should be ashamed of. The tater tots were good but this is symbolic of the overall experience - it's basically dive-bar quality dressed up as a fancy wine bar. Beyond that, the price of the wines are outrageous. Instead of spending $250 on Del Dotto, buy a Gaja or Tignanello. Hard pass for anyone looking