I celebrated my birthday at PRESS, and the entire experience was perfection. The Cabernet recommended to me at the bar before we were seated was honestly one of the best I've ever had. The ambiance is romantic yet modern, and the service was top-tier. I absolutely loved every dish we tried, but my favorites were actually the starters, the caviar pretzel and the Chips & Dip, which were crispy salmon skin chips with an avocado dip. I would absolutely come back to Napa just to dine at PRESS again. read more

PRESS - CAULIFLOWER MUSHROOMS & RICOTTA GNUDI - Bars Near Me - St. Helena, California

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Service - 5 stars Ambiance - 5 stars (loved the playlist) Food- 1 star Blows my mind that this is a Michelin restaurant because the food is mediocre at best. Don't let the pretty presentation fool you - the food was nothing to rave about and there were dishes I could not stomach eating. Caviar with what's supposed to be yogurt but tastes like cheese underneath. Gross. I was so mad. Their "pork" terrine that looked more like elevated spam with shaved truffles...Inedible. The sumac cured halibut fish was pungent smelling. Inedible. Lobster chawanmushi - thinnest layer of steamed egg and the curry did not pair well as it overpowered the lobster. Disappointing. 21 day tomahawk was the best thing served. The side dishes however were really horrible. Sometimes simple is best and this place just over complicates ingredients that don't pair. Aguachile salad was just charred and fried, super oily broccolini. Not worth $800 for two. I do not recommend. read more

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Our first time dining at PRESS the other night, was pleasant. We had a 5pm reservation and were seated immediately. Since it was summer, we enjoyed the outdoor patio. There's also a large indoor space that seemed quite loud. I'm glad we opted for outdoors. We originally wanted to do the 7 course chef tasting menu, but we were swayed by the options offered on the 4 course menu. We tried: - caviar pretzel: warm, balanced, elevated snack - sungold tomatoes: creamy, balanced, delicious - halibut sumac: delicate, light, fresh - steak tartare: unfortunately bland, lacking seasoning - ricotta gnudi: best bite of the night - ribeye: flavorful, well seasoned, rich - chicken: moist, delicious - raclette fondue: a miss for me; odd flavors and gooey - panna cotta: sweet like candy All the dishes were beautifully presented and well executed as you would expect from a Michelin star restaurant. Servers were kind and attentive. Unfortunately some dishes were a miss for me (tartare, fondue). The menu also leaned a bit heavy on sweets and desserts for my taste. The chefs tasting menu had 2 dessert courses which was another reason I opted for the 4 course menu instead. I would have liked to see a little more innovation or inventive dishes. It was a fine meal, but not very memorable. read more

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​Had the 4-course meal, and overall it was a great experience with attentive service and stellar early courses! ​The Highlights: ​* Sumac Cured Halibut: Absolutely divine. The thinly sliced cucumber and pluot added incredible freshness without disrupting the texture, balanced perfectly with just the right amount of acidity and sumac tartness. Star of the night! * ​American Wagyu Steak Tartare & Raclette Fondue: Both were fantastic, rich, and well-executed. ​The Main Course: * ​Dry-Aged Kurobuta Pork: The only real downside of the meal. Even accounting for pork having more texture, it was surprisingly tough for dry-aged Kurobuta. The accompanying pork cheek confit was melt-in-your-mouth tender, but lacked depth of flavor compared to how vibrant the earlier dishes were. ​Worth a visit for the starters and great service and very good atmosphere --just wish the main matched the high bar set by the rest of the menu! The patio was beautiful but if you cannot do warm temperature, highly recommend sitting inside since I personally was struggling due to heat. read more

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Probably one of the best experiences I've ever had! (Yes, "experience", not "meal") I had interactions with no less than 11 staff members, and each one was PERFECTION. I chose the Chef's tasting menu, and each course was better than the last. 7-course menu, with 3 additional amuse-bouches - every plate was a study in creativity and attention to detail. Press offers 2 menu options: a Chef's 7-course tasting menu for $195, or a four course meal for $150, the are a few stand alone options, as well as add-ons/ upgrades to your selected menu. There is plenty of parking, indoor and outdoor seating, and private dining rooms are stunning...2 are a part of their 13,000 bottle wine cellar, and one is an airy space with a private patio. Pro-tip: if it is a really hot day, choose to sit in the dining room. While they have fans on the patio, they are not quite enough to move the air and keep you comfortable. read more

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This is one of those dining experiences that created a core dining memory. Our experience was nothing short of outstanding. The restaurant is bright and lively. The ambience was a perfect match to what you'd expect for 'modern wine country.' The server was sweet and attentive. But, the team based approached won us over. The six-course meal with the wine pairing was satisfying. Then, the manager gave us a private tour of the kitchen and wine cellar and we were speechless. We rounded off the night with night caps at the bar. The photos have the descriptions of the dishes. read more

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We were excited to go here after seeing chef Tessier on TV and realizing his resturant was so close. Our server was amazing the resturant was very nice inside, the food had good flavors. My issue is if you dont purchase their overpriced pretzel and caviar or any other additional items then you will leave hungry which has never happened to me with a tasting menu before. They say it is 7 courses but 1 of the courses is simply a palette cleanser We may try them again for in the future but we will not be doing their "7" course menu again. It was not worth the price tag. read more

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While the restaurant setting was beautiful and the service was fine, my husband and I found the food underwhelming for a Michelin-starred restaurant. We opted for the four-course prix fixe menu, and many of the dishes felt more focused on technique than flavor. Throughout the meal, several flavor combinations didn't work and many dishes leaned either salty, one-note, or bland. APPETIZERS Chips and dip: This consisted of salmon skin paired with what seems to be their attempt at elevated guacamole. The salmon skin could have benefited from some seasoning, while the guacamole was too citrus-forward that it overwhelmed the avocado. We were also served an asparagus welcome drink that tasted like asparagus water with light cream which did not taste good. Sumac-cured halibut: The very tart vinaigrette overpowered everything in this dish. American wagyu tartare: Overall okay. Lacked a kick that would have made it memorable. Lobster chawanmushi: Chawanmushi was silky and the lobster was perfectly cooked. I really enjoyed the green curry foam, although it leaned salty. The pickles were also quite sour. Caramelle with truffles: Delicate corn flavor, but the dish felt bland overall and the truffle was barely noticeable. ENTREES Black truffle-glazed chicken: Impressive technique with sausage stuffed beneath the skin and tender chicken. Unfortunately, the sausage was overly salty and tart, which overpowered the chicken and any truffle flavor. This was supposed to be some kind of award-winning dish, but it didn't live up to its reputation. King salmon: The biggest disappointment of the meal. We were told king salmon is fattier than a salmon like sockeye, but the cuts were lean. We were also told it would be served mostly raw with a sear. It came to us with very little sear and no seasoning we could appreciate. It also came with a cucumber-based sauce which added little flavor. Overall, this was a bland and uninspired dish. It might as well have been served like sashimi for a more enjoyable experience. DESSERTS Smoked yogurt panna cotta: Refreshing but lacked any noticeable smokiness. Vanilla and champagne parfait: Overpowered by the alcohol. At the end of the meal, they gave us calamansi jelly and bonbons. The jelly was so sour it was nearly mouth-puckering. The bonbon was fine. To the restaurant's credit, the pacing of dish service was good and courses arrived in a timely manner without a huge gap in between them. Michelin-starred restaurants can be a hit or miss and, unfortunately, PRESS falls into the latter category for us. read more

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How have I never left a review??? This is my go to in Napa. The pups love their michelin dining too! We generally opt for the patio since we take the pups everywhere. The patio is not crazy hot in the summer as it is shaded. I've tried both the tasting and the prix fixe with add-ons ofc. There is nothing I don't like, but I do have a few favs, such as the pig ears and the caviar pretzel. I can't remember too much, I am typically buzzed by the time I arrive and drink more along the way... We ended up having our reception at Press in one of the more enclosed patio areas, and it was so lovely to be able to share the lovely food and drinks with my favorite people and all our dogs! The staff was super attentive and made me an extra special menu to take home in addition to all the customized menus. Shout out to Frankie for hosting us so perfectly. Everyone had an awesome time and could not stop raving about the food and the service. FYI the patio can be closed in the winter. I can't wait to be back in Napa and Press! read more

Press has been on my radar for a while now. I visited it when it was a steakhouse and loved it. But distance played a part in me not coming back. Once I read that Philip Tessier took over I was intrigued. Tessier has the distinct honor of winning one of the most prestigious fine dining team competitions in the world. And he delivered in SPADES! Our experince was amazing. The dining area is an exercise in warmth and style without pretense. It is a place you would perfectly at home in a sport coat or jeans with polo. The dining room has lots neutra browns, tans and white. Class with comfort in mind. Press also has some outdoor seating which would be great on a warm Napa day or night. The food is amazing! Everything I sampled was very good to excellent. My favorites: - Cold Gazpacho Soup with Rice Foam: This amuse-bouche was simply amusing! The rice foam really provided a nice lingering finish. - Steak Tartare with Garbanzo Bean Tapenade: By far my favorite dish! The texture of the waygu tartare was wonderful. It reminded me of firm fresh tuna for some reason. Combined with the salted soft toasted bread. I could of eaten it as my main. -Fogile de fava: This was a close second for me. The fogile was cooked to al dente perfection. And EVERYTHING tastes better with black truffle butter! - Ribeye: Perfect medium rare! The sugar snap peas were garden fresh and provide nice texture and sweet balance. -Drinks: I had the Pinot and my girl had the Chardonnay. Both were excellent! The sommelier took great care in choosing his wines by the glass because each paired nicely with corresponding dishes on the menu. Well done! Service was impeccable. The greeter was friendly and seated us right away. Our waiter was good with suggestions and descriptions of food/beverages. Each dish was presented with corresponding descriptions. Water glasses never empty. Pacing was just right. All things you expect from a Michelin restaurant. Bravo Press!!! I hope you get your **. read more

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Press was an incredible, out of body experience. Star of the show was the pork chop - crispy, fatty, and juicy all at once. I also really enjoyed the appetizers. Chinese inspired wings, pretzels and salmon skin chips - really unique and innovative twists on classics. Vibes were really great as well. Service was attentive and fast. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting and open to splurging on a nice meal. read more

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Had an excellent dinner here over the July 4th weekend. Was highly recommended by the cognescenti and was excited to try. Everyone was so friendly and service was extremely professional and efficient. Got the 4 course tasting menu and while it was certainly terrific on many levels, we were underwhelmed by some of the dishes. $70 for pretzel rolls with caviar. Obviously good (what could be bad) but exceptional? Nope. The chicken and salmon mains were truly first rate, and everything we had was terrific, but not sure I would allot 4 stars. Probably a solid 4.5. read more

Loved Press. Exquisite service, warm but high-end dining room, and impeccable food. The precision of each dish was spectacular. Fantastic wine list. We had so much fun. Butternut squash soup with cardamom - Palate cleanser. Lovely start. Turnips with poached apple, garden sorrel, turnip veloute - Never had turnips this was way, inspired! Scallop Crudo - Delicate and balanced. Ricotta Gnudi with Meyer lemon, spring herb broth - I was so sad when I finished this, bring me at least 3 more. Wagyu tartare with sunchoke chili crisp, farm lettuces - Loved the bitterness of the lettuces with the tartare. Eye of ribeye, morel mushrooms, charred sugar snap peas - Just amazing. Monkfish, daikon, fennel - I was surprised at the selection of monkfish which can very challenging to cook. But they did it, and it was great. Milk chocolate mousse with peanut ice cream, caramel banana jam - Combination was to die for. Vanilla & Champagne parfait, pear compote, candied winter citrus - Nothing was out of place, delicious. Petit fours and coffee - Usually an afterthought but here they do not cut corners. Coffee was done right as well. read more

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We celebrated a birthday on the patio at Press in St. Helena and it was perfect. The setting is beautiful, the service was warm and attentive, and they even surprised us with a lovely birthday treat at the end. The 4-course prix fixe was excellent. The pretzel with cultured yogurt butter was a standout, simple but delicious. Every course was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared with great ingredients. We were also bringing our 1-month-old, who stayed in his stroller the whole time. The staff was very accommodating and helped us find a good spot so we could enjoy the meal without being a bother to anyone. That meant a lot. Overall, it was a relaxing and memorable evening. read more

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Had a magical time celebrating our 1 year wedding anniversary and baby moon at PRESS! They greeted us with a card signed by all staff, which was a sweet surprise. I was also really surprised by their playlist selection, and thought it gave a good vibe to the restaurant. Our server was a very kind gentleman (I wish I remembered his name!) who made the experience very comfortable for us. This is the best pre fixe menu we've had, and we value our culinary experiences. It was also so special that they brought out a few extra desserts for us to really celebrate our anniversary. We will be back!!! read more

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If you're looking for expensive High end dining with very good service, this is the place. We tried the 4 course prix fixe menu which was enough food for us. The place got pretty crowded as the evening wore on. Most of the dishes we had were very good. I wasn't thrilled with my fish. It had a fishy odor and was a tad salty. They have a new bakery that opened on the other side of the building. We will have to return one day to try it. read more

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Our group had a lovely experience at PRESS (- 4.5-star experience). The restaurant feels modern and welcoming without being overly formal. The kitchen was spotless and well-organized, and the ambience was relaxed and comfortable, with R&B and '90s music setting a chill mood. Because we were a group of eight, we booked a private room and selected the menu in advance. I truly enjoyed most of the dishes, especially the squash and halibut dishes - flavorful yet light and elegant. PRESS really elevates its food through intentional ingredients and a thoughtful balance of flavors. The service was professional and attentive. One small detail really stood out: my husband cuts with his left hand, and a staff member noticed and adjusted the placement of his utensils without being asked. We were genuinely impressed. Portions were very reasonable - we left satisfied but not overly full. I'd happily bring my family back to. read more

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I will start with that I am an avid review reader, but I never have experiences so terrible that I feel like I need to share. My husband and I chose Press to celebrate our wedding anniversary, and unfortunately, it was one of the worst dining experiences we've ever had. We opted for the 7-course tasting menu with wine pairing, which came to approximately $400 per person before tax and tip. At that price point, we expected an exceptional meal. Instead, much of the food was genuinely inedible and, frankly, disgusting. The experience became so bad that I had to excuse myself from the table twice to throw up. After the fifth course (rubber chicken with the smell of bologna), we simply couldn't continue and ended the meal early. Both my husband and I were sick for the rest of the night with what appeared to be food poisoning. Happy anniversary to us. I truly cannot understand how this restaurant holds a Michelin star. For the price and reputation, the food was an enormous disappointment, and there was not a single course that I would consider worthy of a star. The one positive was the staff. They were incredibly attentive, professional, and gracious throughout the evening. Unfortunately, excellent service cannot make up for food that we found completely unacceptable. We came to Press to celebrate our anniversary and left feeling sick, disappointed, and out nearly $800 before tax and tip. Absolutely not an experience I would recommend. read more

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We chose the four-course prix fixe for my partner's birthday, and it fell short of what we expected from a Michelin-starred restaurant. We waited 20 minutes past our reservation to be seated. The service was polite but slow. Our appetizer took 40 minutes, and the first course took closer to an hour and we eventually had to tell them to speed up the delivery so our dinner ended up being close to 2.5-3 hours. The food showed strong technique and interesting flavors. What detracted from the meal was the constant upselling. Our servers repeatedly steered us toward the most expensive items on the menu without any prompting from us. The evening wasn't bad. The food was solid and the ambience was lovely. It just fell short of what we expected from this restaurant. read more

PRESS - Tuna Steak Tartare, Rudd Farm Egg, Bottarga - Bars Near Me - St. Helena, California

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A bit belated post. We went for Christmas. Sometimes it is good to write a review a few months later. Because if there is any dish that I still remember after such a long time, it means it is truly outstanding (or terrible)! The only dish I remembered is the desert (red rock cheddar with persimmon and steam pudding cake). The combination was amazing. The cheddar is definitely memorable with blue cheese (?) imbedded in the cheddar to create a marble like look and a contrast of taste. It goes really well with persimmon. Pair made in heaven! read more

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There is so much to like about Press ... really nice space, mostly great service, but the wine program leaves a lot to be desired. We got there about 10 minutes early and told by hostess the bar was open... however bartender made it clear they weren't ready which came across rude. Fortunately Bridgette,our server, and Victor part of wait staff made the experience much more enjoyable. The four course meal was universally great... pretzel with caviar, gnudi, monkfish, etc. Unfortunately the lauded wine program left a lot to be desired... Somm wasn't very knowledgeable amd wine list was very out of date. Wine list missing items they have but even worse showing things they didn't have. Two bottles in a row that they didn't have. First bottle we got was clearly oxidized but Somm argued with us and didn't want to get beverage director. Fortunately our fourth choice turned out to be a great wine. Bottom line.. go for the food not the wine. Avoid the bar but ask for Bridgette and Victor. read more

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We came here for my husbands birthday while in the area and had a lovely meal. They were able to make the meal gf for him without any issues. The pretzel and caviar (not gf) was delicious as were many of the other dishes but that one stood out to me as being unique. The space has an open feel to it with high ceilings. read more

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I've never struggled to finish a meal more. If this is your one shot at a nice dinner or a special occasion, please go somewhere else. This is certainly not a cheap restaurant. While it's pretty, very clean, and the waitress was lovely, there's not much else positive I can say about the experience. We had an 8:30 reservation, ordered the 4 course meal with out the wine pairing (and added the pretzel) and didn't finish until 11pm! I'm all for an experience meal but we had SO much time between courses. Considering everyone orders almost the same menu I don't understand what could possibly take so long. There were tons of staff walking around, making sure to place your courses on the table at the same time as the rest of your party, and pouring the same broth/oil thing on every dish, and yet we had about 30 minutes of just waiting time in between courses. By 10pm I had had enough, but we were 2/4 dishes into our dinner and I wishfully thought it would be over soon. I ordered a hot tea to give me something to do. By the time dessert came out, I had 1 bite and had to go to the car and left my husband to get the check. Aside from the sheer length of this meal, my husband and I both agreed that it was actually disgusting (something we have rarely both thought). We have been to MANY nice restaurants, including other Michelin star restaurants, as well as many course pre fixe menus (in the states and outside) and while we are no strangers to fine dining trends (foams and consummes etc.) I've never experienced food like this before. To start off we were offered a chilled corn soup with corn foam on top as a "gift" from the chef. It was fine, not my favorite but I appreciated the foam aspect of making this Michelin star. Afterwards we ordered the pretzel with some kind of cheese and caviar on top. This did taste good, it was kind of a Rye tasting pretzel with a cream cheese and lox tasting spread. We ate all of that (for $75 at least it was edible). Then began our 4 course meal (thank god we didn't do the 7 course meal or we may still be sitting there). It started with a tomato dish, that was okay, one kind of tomato was good the other wasn't, the broth they poured over it made it taste kind of fishy, I only ate half of it. Second course was a bowl of 3 Gnudis (seemed like a more delicate Gnocchi) and while the texture was delicate the flavor was SO rich and sharp I could only eat 1. Third course I opted for the vegetarian smoked zucchini dish, it was terrible and tasted so strange I've never been able to eat less of a vegetable before. For the 3rd course my husband got the chicken and did say that was good. For dessert I got the strawberry panna cotta type dish which was decent, my husband tried the cheese raclette dessert and said it was terrible. I have written very few 1 star reviews but this has to be said. Please do not waste your money. You couldn't pay me to experience this meal again. read more

Long overdue! We celebrated birthdays at Press a while ago, and it was such a memorable experience. The food was outstanding, and Jacob truly made the evening exceptional. His warm, welcoming personality and genuine hospitality elevated the entire experience. read more

Press is one of those rare places where you realize you're not just eating dinner, you're experiencing someone's life work on a plate. Every course felt intentional. Precise. Quietly confident. The lobster was delicate and clean, sitting in that perfect balance where nothing tries too hard, yet everything speaks. The duck was easily one of the most memorable bites I've had. Deep, rich, and comforting without being heavy. Even the cheese course felt like its own story, layered with texture and temperature that kept evolving. What stood out most was the restraint. Nothing was excessive. No unnecessary theatrics. Just exceptional ingredients treated with respect. And their cocktails deserve real credit too. Thoughtful, balanced, and beautifully composed. Not just something to drink while you wait, but something that belonged in the experience alongside the food. The space itself feels warm and grounded. Elegant without being intimidating. The kind of place where conversations slow down and you actually stay present. This is not a casual dinner spot. This is where you go when the moment matters. Press doesn't try to impress you. It simply does. read more

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Reservation for 2 for the 7 course chefs tasting menu Pros: - beautiful ambience - GM went out of their way to send us photos of a specific table. We were requesting and reserving said table was very easy - parking is very easy Room for improvement: - we had a 5 o'clock reservation, but our first round of food didn't come out until approx 645. We specifically booked an early reservation so we could eat early yet all the food came out for everyone around the same time. We had to ask when we were going to be served by the female pouring our water and she promptly found our waiter who then asked if we were "ready for the first course?" What? Was I supposed to tell someone we were ready to eat? We have been to many Michelin restaurants before, and the delay in service set a very poor tone for the rest of the meal. If everyone is served at the same time why have various dinner times? By the time we left it was almost 9 and we were very antsy to leave as we had been there for 4 hrs at that point - the food was underwhelming and in our opinion did not meet the standards of Michelin, esp for the cost of the meal. We had eaten at Charter Oak for lunch and I'm so glad we did as had we only eaten at Press I would have been quite upset at not getting a meal that was not only delicious but crafted - usually there's a degree of education on how to eat the food and the waiters put the meal down, described how the food was combined and the components of the food, and then walked away Overall: would not return or recommend people dine here read more

We dined at Press on a Saturday evening after missing out on a reservation at French Laundry. We had heard that Press was just as impressive, so our expectations were understandably high. To start with the positives, the ambiance is beautiful and energetic. The restaurant has a lively atmosphere, and as someone in our group works as a DJ, the playlist was especially appreciated. The cocktails were also excellent--fresh, fruit-forward, and refreshing. I also want to recognize our server, who was one of the highlights of the evening. Our group had a lot of questions and took our time deciding what to order, yet he remained incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and attentive throughout the entire meal. He never made us feel rushed and were happy to walk us through the menu, offer recommendations, and answer questions. The level of service was warm, professional, and genuinely deserving of recognition. One issue we noticed immediately was how tightly packed the tables were. The dining room felt overcrowded, and navigating between tables was difficult. Throughout the evening, we watched multiple guests near us--including ourselves--struggle to get in and out of the booths without bumping into neighboring tables. For a restaurant at this price point, a little more space and comfort would have gone a long way. For appetizers and shared plates, we ordered the wagyu tartare, ricotta gnudi, lobster chawanmushi, pretzel with caviar, pork terrine, sweet corn pasta with truffles, salmon skin chips with dip, and a lobster roll. Surprisingly, the standout dish of the evening was the salmon skin chips and dip. It was flavorful, unique, and the only dish that had us wanting more. The pretzel with caviar yogurt was also enjoyable. Beyond those dishes, however, most of the food was forgettable. The pork terrine was particularly disappointing. The texture and flavor reminded us more of processed lunch meat with mustard than a refined terrine. It was one of the few dishes we genuinely did not enjoy and left unfinished. The biggest disappointment of the evening was the entrées. Our group of four opted for two tomahawks, one cooked medium rare and the other medium rare plus. While tomahawks are not known for having the same marbling as some other premium cuts, we still expected a well-seasoned, juicy steak from a restaurant carrying a Michelin star. Instead, both steaks were surprisingly tough and chewy. Multiple people at the table struggled to cut through the meat, even with steak knives. The seasoning was underwhelming, and neither steak delivered the tenderness or richness we expected. As a group, we unanimously agreed that we've had significantly better tomahawks at many non-Michelin steakhouses. This was particularly disappointing because the steak is such a centerpiece of the menu and should have been the highlight of the meal. Dessert was similarly underwhelming. We ordered the panna cotta, milk chocolate mousse, and a savory dessert. The panna cotta and mousse were pleasant enough, but neither was memorable. The savory dessert was largely untouched and failed to resonate with anyone at the table. Overall, Press delivered excellent service, a beautiful atmosphere, and great cocktails, but the food fell short of the expectations created by its reputation, Michelin recognition, and price point. While our server's professionalism and hospitality elevated the experience, the cramped seating, mostly forgettable appetizers, disappointing tomahawk steaks, and underwhelming desserts left us feeling that the meal did not justify the cost. We left appreciating the staff far more than the food itself. read more

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Came here on a Thursday night and was able to bump our reservation 30 min earlier bc our schedule had changed. We opted for the five course menu and added the caviar + pretzel supplement. One was enough betwen the two of us and the cultured butter rly reminded me of labneh. My fav courses were the starter soup and halibut. The meat course of wagyu and shortrib was disappointing, the wagyu was tooooo chewy and not rly decadent, the faux hot dog garnish also freaked me out. The mushroom gnocchi was a little too earthy/concentrated for me. Service was great but the host spoke wayyyy too fast when he sat us, unsure if he was nervous or just new. Gorgeous interior and extensive wine list. Looking forward to coming back. read more

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We had dinner reservations at 6:30pm and when we arrived, the restaurant didn't seem very full, which was a bit unexpected. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and definitely gives off a Napa vibe. The space feels upscale, warm, and thoughtfully designed. Came with a group of four and we all opted for the four-course prix fixe. Each of us choose different options. First course: - Duck confit terrine was good. - Gold ball turnips was just okay. Second course: - Matsutake mushrooms was good. - American wagyu steak tartare was okay, nothing memorable. - The ricotta gnudi was way too salty and we sent it back. They came back with another pasta dish which was a lot better Third course: - Dungeness crab boudin was also very salty. We didn't send it back, but no one finished it. - Black truffle-glazed chicken was good. - There was also a pork chop option that was good. Fourth course: - Red Rock cheddar was good. - Meyer lemon was good. - Milk chocolate mousse was good. Service was inconsistent. At times, it felt like our server wasn't very engaged, which stood out given the price point. Toward the end of the meal, though, he overheard part of our conversation and shared a great story about the wine we were drinking, which we appreciated and ended the night on a better note. Overall, the ambiance was the highlight of the evening, but the food and service didn't quite live up to the expectations set by the reviews or the price. It wasn't a bad experience, just uneven and a bit underwhelming. Solid 3 stars. Probably wouldn't come back. read more

PRESS - Bars Near Me - St. Helena, California

Good service and atmosphere. Cocktails are yum but ridiculously expensive. Small portion too. Espresso martini in tiny glass for $26. Pig ears was amazing. Wagyu was yum, small pieces for $75. Worth trying it for once. read more

PRESS - $26 ridiculous expensive - Bars Near Me - St. Helena, California

The waiter we had was great. He helped pair our food with great wine. The atmosphere was nice as well. Unfortunately, I found much of the food to be bland including the caviar pretzel which had too cream dulling out the caviar, the Dungeness crab boutine which was very bland, and several other items read more

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After scouring various review sites and reddit we settled on Press as one of our 3 dinner spots during our vacation in Napa. We arrive for our 7:15 Thursday night dinner reservation and were taken directly to our table where there was a birthday card waiting for me along with the current set menu. The dining room itself is beautiful with rustic accents and an enormous elaborate clock over an equally large fireplace. Service through the evening was attentive without being overbearing. We opted for the 5 course menu in lieu of the 7 course which meant that we got the full tasting menu minus one of the main courses and one of the desserts. It was still more than enough food and since I don't eat shell fish I was happy to lose the poached lobster course. Overall the food was good but not outstanding. My husband and I both found the ricotta gnudo (which was the course we were most excited about) to be so rich that we could take only one bite. My favorite dishes were actually the amuse-bouche that came outside of the official menu. We enjoyed our experience here and while the service and ambiance were 10/10 it just wasn't one of our favorite meals. read more

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Wanted to try out a nice restaurant in St Helena so made a reservation for 515p, and they served us right on time. We went with the pre-fix menu four course ($150) each with some decent options for each course. The portions were to no surprise small, but pretty good. Service was attentive - although they almost served an alcoholic drink to me while being pregnant, so glad they caught the mistake although would have been upsetting if they didn't. What was disappointing was the so factor for the food given the price. The food was just OK. The main course was their chicken which they recommended, and felt it was dry and not super flavorful- I honestly didn't want to finisn read more

5 stars!! One of the best experiences and meals ever. The caviar on pretzal was to die for. The presentation was amazing and service top notch. We went for the 5 course and boy was it tasty. read more

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We were so excited for this meal as we were in Napa celebrating birthdays. Service is top notch as expected with a Michelin star restaurant. The food was most fantastic except for the halibut course. The halibut was very dry and unpleasant to eat. We informed the server and he responded "it happens more often than you would think" and offered to have the kitchen make it again. This was shocking since a Michelin star restaurant shouldn't be over cooking a piece of halibut. Restaurant is beautiful. I would like to return when their menu changes to try something different. Just wish for the price point, fish wasn't over cooked. FYI, uber/lyft from here to downtown Napa was about $60. read more

Best dinner of this Napa trip. The restaurant is large but warm and beautiful with both indoor and outdoor dining with lovely lighting. The service was friendly professional but funny which made the dining experience even better. All dishes were delicious with the tuna and caviar dish being my favorite dish. Cocktails were good as well and enjoying my coffee outside by the fireplace was the perfect way to end the night. read more

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For the past few years, this has been my favorite restaurant! The food is always amazing and the service is impeccable. The bar is incredible, offering impressive cocktails and some a la carte items. read more

Considering that this is a Michelin star restaurant, the bar gets set pretty high and expectations are even higher. There were a few courses in our four-course meal that were outstanding and creative and original and delicious. However both entrees missed the mark. The pork chop entree was quite tasty and presented itself mostly nice, but it was so unbelievably fatty most of it could not even have been eaten and then there was something alongside of it that they referred to as a pork salad that was pretty awful. And the truffle chicken breast was far worse. Didn't even smell or taste a hint of truffle and the layer between the skin and the chicken was not enjoyable at all. Service was good but not off the chart they especially should have recognized all that we left behind and had a discussion with us about it but the staff is Young they've trained well but nobody noticed that nobody said anything. Very expensive restaurant that should be better than this in my view. read more

We celebrated my birthday at Press and I loved it! The restaurant is beautiful with lots of light and spacious seatings. Staff is really attentive, welcoming and friendly with great experience and a great sommelier who recommended a great wine. The food is outstanding! We enjoyed every dish, especially the crudo scallop, the ricotta gnudo and the pork chop. I look forward to going back soon! read more

We checked out PRESS for an early Valentine's day dinner this year. I'll start by saying that the decor was very elegant (that fireplace top piece!) and the staff was great/friendly. I only really enjoyed a couple of the dishes to include: - Caviar Pretzel - Cultured yogurt butter, golden white sturgeon caviar - Dungeness Crab - White sturgeon caviar, buckwheat milk bread The whiskey based cocktail I got was also delicious. Frankly, every other dish else (can see the menu I posted), was a bit lackluster to me. I was disappointed by the American Wagyu, which was served very rare. Not a bad choice for dinner off the main road in the Napa Valley, but honestly I won't be back. read more

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