We are so glad to find this place at last minute on a Friday in Napa! I'm surprised it's not busy because the food is amazing!! I highly recommend the halibut I got. The fish is tender and fresh. It even came with a grilled prawn. What I even love more is the side dishes which is charred cauliflower, asparagus and potatoes. I finished the whole plate and definitely want to come back just for this dish! We didn't get to try the dessert this time but we will definitely come back! read more

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Ambiance warm though fairly generic-fancy, which is how I would describe the wholenplacService was friendly, especially our waitress who balanced attentiveness with giving us time and space. Skirt steak was medium well w excellent chimichurri sauce, good French fries, and mayo/katsup that was good but nothing special. A. Spade rib dish had well-prepared meat that fell apart easily and was moist. Parents was creamy w a bit of grit that was pleasant and the meat sauce had a deep flavor, sipped up by spinach. A. Apple Crisp (Granny Smith) was good but nothing that can't be made at home. However, I appreciated the use of a sour apple variety to make the dish pleasant w sweet ice cream. Crème brill was rush and creamy w plenty of CRACK. read more

What a great Valentine's Dinner. Ambiance was very nice & you could say romantic. Service was amazing! Our server was very friendly & attentive. My water glass was never empty. Shared the specials offered dessert menu. The food was delicious! Fine dining with a semi-casual vibe. The pics say it all. I would recommend for a date night. read more

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Thanks to the Napa happy hour website I was tuned into the fact that this place has a wonderful happy hour. It was within walking distance of my hotel. They have quite a large bar. When I first sat down I was only provided the dinner menu, but soon after asking about happy hour I was given the secret and special menu. I got the cucumber jalapeño margarita along with a Caesar salad and an order of calamari. I was delighted when it arrived in the calamari also included crispy green beans and a tasty Sriracha aïoli. The bartender was very friendly. The playlist of music was amazing; an eclectic and funky mix of 70s and 80s. If you are in Napa, this is worthy of a visit. Happy hour runs until 6 PM and I believe it starts at 3 PM. read more

Napkins - My girl, dinner, Caesar salad, along with crispy calamari and green beans with a cucumber jalapeño margarita - New American Near Me - Napa, California

Wow. This place was exceptional! Don't know how it's only 4 stars. Went in for a late brunch. I really wanted the braised short ribs but the didn't have the dinner menu out. Our server asked the chef and they were able to make it for me. I ate the ENTIRE dish. I almost licked the plate clean. It was so juicy and cooked to perfection. I want to go back already. The carrots were superb. Next time I'll order extra. Partner got the chicken sandwich. I had a bite. Super juicy and flavorful. Friend got the steak and eggs and really enjoyed it. The eggs were cooked perfectly. I split the croissant with my friend and that thing was sooo good! Buttery perfection. Delicious cheese and tomato on the inside. Bottomless mimosas as well with options of orange, lychee and... I forgot the 3rd. Delicious. Already looking forward to coming back. Comfortable seats. Cute decor. Nice for a date spot. Servers were wonderful. read more

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I had a lovely time at Napkins Bar and Grill. We had planned to eat a different neighboring establishment but the wait was too long. Thankfully, Napkins could fit the 4 of us in at the bar. The bartender helping us was amazing. Just so personable and he answered all of our questions, all while training a new bartender. A real professional. I'm vegetarian (mostly) and the bartender suggested the vegetable wellington to me and that dish BLEW MY MIND. I wish I were in Napa right now so that I could eat it again. It was all veggies, artfully assembled, and surprisingly delicious! My 3 friend also loved their food. Unfortunately I was so focused on my food that I have no idea what they ate or drank. The ambiance is fancy-ish and casual. I would go here on a date or even a solo nice dinner. I can't wait to go back and try the wellington again. My only bed was that the wine list was pretty short. I wish there were more choices. read more

Napkins - Vegetable wellington with a side of polenta - New American Near Me - Napa, California

Better than a bar, more flavorful than a typical grill location. After attending an event that I was invited to, I wanted a steak so, a quick internet search landed on the pages of Napkins Bar & Grill (NBG) and off I went. NBG is smack dead in the heart of downtown Napa. It's the place you didn't know to look for, but happy you've found it. The Service: Attentive, warm, and delightfully customer-focused. Our server offered thoughtful suggestions for an enjoyable yet light bubbly enough for me to without the consequences of getting a DUI. :) I'm not a cocktail connoisseur YET, but let's just say, the recommendations were spot on. I slowly sipped, but thoroughly enjoyed their version of a watermelon margarita and added a jalapeno'. It was sooo good. Such a great recommendation. The Food: Flavorful, fresh, and beautifully prepared. I ordered the brunch serving of chimichurri steak and eggs. OMG! It was seasoned to perfection and cooked exactly how I asked it to be; "medium well, please, but closer to well". The Ambiance: Chic, cozy, and absolutely Instagram-worthy. Whether you're capturing a holiday moment, a girls' night, or a date night, the vibe is unbeatable. Since it's located next to a local park and another bar'ish like establishment, people watching is top tier here. Parking: Street parking only, so securing a space can take a little patience. I looped around a couple of times before finding a spot, but the "parking ballet" was well worth it once I sat down. Will I be back? Say it with me: Y E S. read more

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Great restaurant for casual brunch! We were in search of eggs for brunch & found Napkins via Yelp! We chose to sit outside because it was a beautiful, sunny day & they have outdoor umbrellas to offer some shade too. I had the smoked salmon Benedict which comes with crispy potatoes with aioli on the side which went well with the potatoes. I had the passion-mango mimosa which was yummy. We shared the apple crisp for dessert, which was delicious. Service is helpful & friendly. read more

Napkins - Smoked Salmon Benedict - New American Near Me - Napa, California

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Went to Napkins with family for the very first time. The food was delicious! Especially the Calamari & String Beans. No one in our party had a single complaint about their food. We were especially impressed with our fantastic & very attentive waitress Rachel! She took great care of us and made us laugh too. She felt like part of the family. I don't normally like doing reviews but we were that excited about Rachel's service today. Thank you for a great birthday experience for my Aunt! Stay awesome! read more

Napkins - Shrimp linguine (75% Eaten... sorry) - New American Near Me - Napa, California

Service was friendly and competent. Interior was clean. We ordered a salad, burger with garlic fries, and the chimichurri steak with regular fries. The salad and fries were excellent. The burger and steak were fair. read more

Underrated restaurant in downtown Napa that I'm so glad we tried! With a reservation, we had hoped to get seated indoors but we were seated outside. Thankfully, the weather wasn't too cold but when it got breezy, staff was quick to turn on the heating lamps at request. The ambiance was wonderful for us for a casual intimidate-ish dinner. Definitely not upscale but also not underwhelming. Really depends on what you're looking for but it was perfect for us. Limited menu but entrees were executed perfectly, in my opinion. The braised pork was extremely tender and my husband enjoyed his steak! The chocolate cake was extremely decadent and I was overstuffed after that. But definitely would order it again. I docked a star because I felt service could have been a bit better but I'm not sure if it was because we were seated outside. We weren't checked in as frequently even when we wanted to order another drink but in terms of taste, everything was great for us. read more

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I had a great time at this place. I love the ambience and the food was wonderful. I enjoyed the halibut and that was absolutely delicious. I definitely would order that again. The clam chowder on the other hand was very watery and did not have much flavor but the halibut and the espresso martini was phenomenal. The service was good and we would definitely go back. read more

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8/16/25 Napkins Bar & Grill 1001 2nd St Ste 112 Napa, CA 94559 We stopped in for lunch on Saturday while on a road trip to Napa. There is a city parking structure about a block away. It's across the street from the river. It's a classy, well appointed bar and dining setup. Service was prompt and fast. I had the Brisket Sandwich with fries and Wifey had the special Pasta which consisted of beef, wide pasta noodles in a light sauce. My shredded brisket was tender but not very flavorful, the shoestring fries however were excellent. The pasta was okay. It was okay and value likewise. It's worth a stop if in the area and maybe repeatable. read more

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While in downtown Napa, we stumbled upon this delightful place last minute while searching for a light dinner. Without a reservation, we were able to get waitlisted for an hour. The front staff and servers were very kind. While waiting to be seated (one hour wait), we were given water and also allowed to sit at the bar. The ambience is cozy and inviting. Dimmed lighting, definitely good for a quick bite while catching up and also good for groups. Wonderful customer service! The food was very good. We had ordered a few items to share -- Crab cakes, side order of steak and side of fries, and Habañero Chicken. Fulfilling and also delicious. It's definitely something to try if you're in downtown Napa. I look forward to trying other items on the menu during my next visit. I highly recommend this place and would definitely return in the future! read more

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This review is for one visit. It was good, but to me it wasn't super amazing, there was no "wow" factor. I think there's something for everyone on the menu. Though the menu itself I found to be generic overall. However this is a solid place and I had a good experience. I got the braised short ribs entree and calamari appetizer. I was not dissapointed in the food. The place has a nice cozy ambience. Good service. Friendly staff. Solid food. Its not my favorite restaurant, but I would go back again. read more

Really get steak, the scenery was nice and quiet. The cocktail and servers were really kind. I was a nice experience. I would definitely recommend read more

my group got lucky and we were able to snatch up a last minute reservation for 6 of us right after the christmas parade! we got a table outside, but the heaters warmed us up quickly! i forgot to take a picture of all the food, but i did get a pic of my drink, the lychee martini and it was deliciousssss. tasted exactly like lychee and not overbearingly sweet at all. my husband, daughter, and i shared the churrasco steak, bowl of clam chowder, and macaroni and cheese. everything was yummerzzzzz!! the steak was cooked perfectly medium rare and the chimmichurri (don't know if i spelled that right lol) was the perfect topping. i usually feel like clam chowders do not have enough clams in them but this one was abundant in clams and had a great flavor! we had a great experience and can't wait to be back to try more :) read more

Napkins - lychee martini - New American Near Me - Napa, California

Great service! Good vibe! Good food! The Vegetable Wellington was so delicious, the awesome waiter recommended. So good! My family enjoyed their food and said it was delicious. read more

Napkins - Vegetable Wellington - New American Near Me - Napa, California

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Napkins is awesome. Must eat restaurant. The food is great and their mixed beverages are fantastic. I like to sit outside. Fun and delicious. Check it out read more

Napkin does an excellent job. The interior is warm and only a bit slick. The server was informative and knowledgeable and there was not a single missed step. The food is worth a return visit to sample the rest of the menu. Notable dishes are the mussels in saffron and tomato reduction and the vegetarian wellington. Highest rating. The night we were there it was fairly quiet. The other restaurants had even fewer customers. This area was built for success, but I guess weekdays in February are not busy. read more

Napkins - Mussels in delightful broth - New American Near Me - Napa, California

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We made a reservation. And as soon as we got here, we sat down and it was very quick. We ordered the shrimp linguine, the chicken, and the seafood plate. The chicken is one of the best things ever. The shrimp in the seafood plate was very far, but other than that the seafood plate was good. Also the shrimp linguine Noodles were nice and delicious, but they could have added maybe a thicker sauce. It was very light and needed a bit more seasoning to it. read more

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We came to Napkins for my husband's 60th birthday tonight. There was a great atmosphere and we were greeted nicely by the hostesses. Our server, Daniel came quickly, and was very friendly. He was engaging and helped us have a wonderful experience. The food was excellent. Two of us had the halibut, one had the filet mignon, and one had the braised short rib. All meals weee excellent. The short rib was so tender! The clam chowder was also great. We would definitely dine here again! read more

Good food, great service, in a relaxed ambiance perfectly describes Napkins in Napa. Customer service was outstanding, hats off to Josh our host. We ordered the New England Clam Chowder to start, which was ok. A lot of clams, but lacked flavor. Wasn't thick and hearty like classic clam chowder. However, the rest of the dishes were beyond amazing which made me forget about the clam chowder. The Braised Short Ribs stole the show. Ribs were extremely tender and full of flavor. The puff pastry with pesto was also good. Overall I can't wait to go back and try other menu options. Looking forward! read more

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This was my first time going here. My husband and shared a bowl of New England Clam chowder. It was really good. We also had a Caesar salad and pan fried Halibut. Everything was good. The service was really good and we were waited on very well. The ambiance was good. We sat outside with our service dogs but there was a guy playing his electric guitar, it was loud especially the speaker was facing our direction. If he turned it down a little bit it would sound so distorted. The music was great. read more

Napkins is what Napa dining is all about; class, elegance and great food. Elizabeth M. took great care of our table and all food and drinks were great. Filet minion and churrasco steak were juicy and cooked to perfection. Excellent salmon and crab cake as well. Fine establishment, not to be missed when in wine country. read more

We opted for here after looking at a bunch of choices. Up opted for clam chowder which was a little thinner for then I like but clams in every spoonful, habanero wings. We had the hamburger and linguine for dinner. Service was fast and an inviting atmosphere. We had an option of dinner outside or/and we opted for dinner at the bar. read more

Napkins - Clam chowder - New American Near Me - Napa, California

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Walked in was asked if we had reservations, yes found our name walked us to our table. Waiter came welcomed us to the restaurant, asked if we wanted to have wine, told us the specials. Even though we were in a smaller place the noise level was not loud. Which was very nice. Our service gets 5 stars and our food gets 5 stars. My halibut was so flavorful and two nice size pieces of fish along with delicious veggies. The is one of the best halibut dishes I have had in a really long time. This is the kind of restaurant that makes you want to come back and try all the other food. read more

Napkins - Halibut with wine sauce and veggies - New American Near Me - Napa, California

Hey Yelpers!!!! Was in Napa for a get away and was leaving and needed to grab something to eat before leaving. Found this literally looking up " food nearby ". So we decided to give it a try. THE CHEF, THE FOOD. Is 100/10 THE SERVER/WAITER we had was 0/10. I wish I knew how to spell and pronounce his name. He was very rude. He talked over me, got things all wrong with what WE WANTED/HOW WE WANTED ... OUR FOOD.... Because he wanted it how " he thought " it should be. But there were things we did not want on our plate for specific reasons ( allergies)... I ordered the habanero Chicken and my friend ordered Salmon with mashed potatoes. I would have left this restaurant a 1 star because service was so bad, and I strongly believe it's because we are " of color "... but the food was delicious. Parking was tough. Street parking. A lot of red zones I hope your experience is different from ours. But I will go back just for my dish, it was so great!!! I destroyed it!!! read more

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Amazing experience at Napkins! We struggled to find a dining option that was open middle of the day and a friend recommended Napkins. Samantha took excellent care of us and shared her favorite entrees/recommendations. We decided on the halibut and the short rib. INcredible! The halibut had the perfect sear with a beautiful, tangy lemony finish and paired with cauliflower hash. The short rib was tender as butter and served on top of perfectly prepared polenta and a side of spinach and mushrooms: Our meals were so amazing we insisted on thanking Luis (chef) ourselves! After the second bite I vowed to turn. Thank you, Napkins! read more

Napkins - Halibut over cauliflower, cooked to perfection. - New American Near Me - Napa, California

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A great place in downtown Napa. Casual elegance yet anyone can go without snobbery! Great food but hard to get into with just walk ins! But well worth it, if you do. read more

Napkins did not disappoint while I was in town for my annual Napa trip. We were seated promptly and shocked to see they had a prefixed menu for resturant month. i typically come the first week in December so seeing resturant month was new for me. We were super exited to see this because the items we were already going to order was on that menu so we both got the 2-course selection. For my cocktail I ordered the Fall old fashioned, the way they paired by two favorite things...Fall and an old fashioned cocktail was spectacular. For my first course I ordered the Creole shrimp as my appetizer and it was served with a nice portion of shrimp in a delectable creole sauce and some bread. On to the main attraction, the star of the show...a generous portion of braised short rib! When I'm in Napa I always find myself ordering short rib and it's always so good! We decided to have one more drink that was served smoked and presented in a cage...presentation and flavor 5/5! Our server was amazing and I will be sure to make napkins a stop in my next trip back to wine country. read more

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Indecisive about where to have dinner for a date night and found Napkins Bar and Grill! As soon as we entered, the hostess was really nice in greeting us. We were a bit early for our dinner reservation but was seated upon walking in which was great considering it was a Saturday night and was pretty busy. The food was absolutely delicious and we didn't need to wait long to be served. The ambiance was laid back, yet romantic. Let's talk about the CRAB CAKE.. YUM!!! Would for sure recommend for the appetizer. Definitely plan on coming back to try more things from the menu. read more

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It was an amazing meal for two of us and our doggie! We ordered 4 appetizers: beet salad, crab cake, mussels, and seared tuna. Polished this lovely meal with mimosas and McAllen 12neat. Doggie ended up with side order of chicken breast. We were seated outside. Heater was on but it was not that comfy as it could have been. read more

Napkins - Bottomless mimosa - New American Near Me - Napa, California

Came here for my friend's birthday lunch! It was a Saturday at noon and not nearly as busy as I thought it would be. We sat inside. It was a hot day but dark inside (which I like) and they had the a/c blasting. It was a wee bit too much for me but I'm known to get cold so I had a lil jacket and was fine. The service was lovely. I got the brisket sandwich with a side of fries. The sandwich was very filling and honestly one half was enough for me but I ate the whole thing in preparation for our subsequent wine tasting. Sandwich was 8/10. The fries were 10/10. Skinny. Hot. Seasoned so well. And came with this delicious creamy sauce to dip them in (along with the ketchup). I'd definitely go back, probably for a brunch or night time dinner. read more

Napkins - Brisket Sandwich - New American Near Me - Napa, California

We have dined at Napkins many times. We prefer the bar area for casual dining but have also sat both indoors and outdoors. I am always observant as to how kind the staff are. From the very first visit we noticed it. The place looks amazing with the layout, modern art deco, and lighting. It's adjacent to the downtown area closer to the waterfront area--and honestly, my favorite restaurant there. I always order the Mezcal infused Fume drink that comes in a glass box container. Once you open it, smoke or fumes come out revealing your perfectly made drink. So impressive and I love opening it up every time. The food items are generous and cooked to perfection. My wife loves their salads, which you can add protein or salmon. On this Mother's Day trip, I ordered the Brisket Sandwich. It came with frites style French Fries. You don't even have to ask for condiments as they were thoughtful to add small cups on your plate. Very filling with delicious, tender ciabatta bread. If you want to feel cherished in Napa under a peaceful setting, visit Napkins. It's highly recommended and I am sure you'll enjoy it too. read more

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Lychee martini was a 10/10. Habanero wings were 8/10. My husband got the short ribs with mashed potatoes instead of polenta & it was falling apart it was so tender. Great flavor! I got the mushroom steak pappardelle special & I wish they would ask how you want your steak done, it was very well done & I wish it was a little more tender but the overall flavor was pretty good. read more

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Fabulous place. Location is perfect. Parking was not an issue, but imagine could be bad during peak season. Atmosphere is warm and inviting. Interesting artwork and history. Our server was very friendly and super knowledgeable regarding our wine questions. Didn't push anything on us; just listened and recommended based on our input. Food was prepared perfectly, presented beautifully, and tasted great. Not outrageously priced for California. Highly recommend. read more

My friend and I ordered the salmon dinner and I got a cup of soup and she just raved about the salad she ordered. We were so impressed by everyone that worked there and specifically our server which unfortunately I just can't recall his name at this time. He was very knowledgeable about our questions regarding some items on menu and he was very friendly and watchful as well as the staff. The "bar/grill" was very nice and clean and cozy as well. Plenty of seating. You should not have any problems finding parking either. I highly recommend this place! read more

Luckily it wasn't too busy when our group of 5 came for weekend brunch so we didn't have to wait to be seated. The food was delicious! The English muffins in the salmon Benedict were honestly some of the best English muffins I've ever had. The habanero chicken was succulent and the gin & tonic was good. It's definitely a pricey brunch spot but it's also Napa. read more

Napkins - Salmon Benedict w/ G's white sangria - New American Near Me - Napa, California

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We came to experience the Napa Lights and stepped in here before they started. We had a great experience. Daniel was a great and informative waiter. The whole staff was very engaged with their service. The drinks were very good. We had a crab cake, mussels, the short ribs and the ribeye. All were equally excellent. We couldn't leave without tasting the apple crisp. A wonderful way to end the meal. read more