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Sams General Store

4.3 (33 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Updated a few days ago

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Dogs allowed
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Heather L.

I really didn't expect their matcha latte to be good, but I was actually quite surprised. After placing our order at the register, we went out to the patio, and the staff brought our drinks to our table, which we appreciated. It's such a cute cafe, and we really enjoyed a little sunbath on the patio. Next time I visit, I'll have to try their coffee.

Marielena L.

I stumbled upon this sandwich spot by chance after finding a three-hour parking spot nearby--it worked out perfectly since I was planning to walk around town afterward. I decided to stop in for a quick bite, and I'm so glad I did! The sandwich I got was really good--fresh ingredients and super flavorful. I also tried one of their drinks, and it totally hit the spot. Sometimes the best places are the ones you just happen to find, and this one definitely surprised me. I'd definitely come back next time I'm in the area!

Great coffee and expresso
Andre S.

Karen Thank you for the great smile and excellent service, Nice place, Coffee sandwiches, bites and more.5 *****

Coffee machine and grinder
Jennifer P.

This location (St. Helena) went through a major upgrade. Outdoor decoration with black, white, and yellow decoration is chic and modern. The inside feels calm and welcoming with black, warm wood, and caramel leather accents. The grab and go section had so many delicious selections to choose from and the pastries were also tasty. The breakfast empanada was delicious and the overnight oats were absolutely delightful. They also have soft serve which I will come back to try next time!

Liliana M.

Typically not the type of to leave reviews however, this particular experience should be recognized. My coworker placed a morning order for two salted caramel lattes: one iced, one hot. Her latte was great! I received the wrong order. Please see attached photo for reference. Called in to request either a refund or a remake to pick-up and was met with attitude over the phone instead of a solution. The employee over the phone said it is customers's responsibility to make sure they pick up the correct order. This would make sense if it was busy however, there were no other drinks at the bar when her name was called out. She then left work to return the coffee that the employee claimed was for a "regular local". Upon arrival the same employee then switched her defense and said it was in fact the correct latte only with oat milk and hazelnut? Which would still be the wrong order. I will say, she did receive a refund, only after the same employee continued to fight her as if to prove her wrong. The picture speaks for itself. As a local and former barista, it's exciting to have a new place to hang out and have a morning coffee, however this experience was very disappointing and a poor example of customer service.

Love Sam's. Wanted something light to eat. Had an Overnight Oats. Like a yogurt parfait. Oats, banana, chia, peanut butter, almond milk, chocolate ganache and cocoa nibs. Absolutely fabulous. Had a spiced chai tea latte. Made perfectly. I like they ask milk choice and don't fill the cup with ice. I didn't ask for light ice - so that made me happy! Add enough to keep it cold. I really liked their spice chai - great flavor. Lots of tables inside and a couple outside. Interior is well designed and attractive. Clean in cafe and where they make drinks. Nice location just off main strip so it isn't so noisy.

Cute window seats with bistro tables. Great mocha!
Nikki M.

We were up in St. Helena searching for coffee and we were so happy to stumble upon Sam's! It's a cute and modern place with lots of seating options (big communal tables, small bistro tables by the window, couches, etc). I had a mocha and my husband had a hot chocolate. They had a pastry case full of options and even a couple gluten free items (thank you for giving me that option with my celiac). Both drinks we ordered were delicious and they brought them to us. We chatted with the staff about them opening the new location and you could tell that everyone who worked there was happy to do so. We brought our baby and were pleased that they had changing tables available in both bathrooms (traditional wall folding one in the family stall and a piece of furniture with a big flat top in the regular stall). They even had a community board with local happenings. Definitely coming back!

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Your worker Julian is a very responsible and respectful young man! Great service and food was great!

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Delicious quiche and honey latte! Easy to find parking. Good vibes for studying or working out of.

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9 months ago

Pastry texture old, hard. Staff just going through the motions, waiting was very long The atmosphere was uncomfortable.

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1 year ago

The service as well as the deliciousness of the pastries and food items leaves no other place to go for coffee and gatherings in St Helena

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Thanks Linda, the support has been amazing and so appreciated

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This place mainly caters to the out-of-towners, so it's kind of pricy. Drinks are good. Their salads are also very tasty.

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1 year ago

Awesome spot. Had a delicious coffee and sandwich, while enjoying their outdoor seating. Friendly staff too. Look forward to coming back!

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1 year ago

The drip coffee is very good and they have a great selection of pastries. Nice place to sit outside with a coffee on a nice day.

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Thanks so much for the great review! Glad you enjoyed our quiche..

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amazing food, great atmosphere and location. priced well for st helana. this and the station are my go too for sure.

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The Model Bakery

The Model Bakery

3.9
(715 reviews)
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Never heard of the Model Bakery but using Yelp for great Bakeries. We were on our way to a morning…read morehike to Linda Falls. This bakery was on the way and not so crowded then the one in Yountvile. There was no line waiting outside, which was good. There were people eating outside and inside. There was no line to order, but we never been here so we let the locals go in front of us. I decide on the Oxford Veggie Breakfast sandwich, minus the ketchup. The sandwich was great lots of Avocados in each bite and the egg was spot on. Id highly recommend this breakfast sandwich. By bf got the carmel mocha and a bear claw. The carmel mocha was excellent, I wanted ordernone for self. The bear claw was jus ok. Very dry. Not recommend. But that's just opinion. Cute little bakery, very popular, quick service, lots of options, and very friendly service. If your ever in St Helena. Definitely go here for bake goods, breakfast, lunch, or and coffee and tea drinks.

First off the Kale Beet Salad I had was good. A little expensive for the small size, about $16…read more Visited recently during Memorial Day weekend. The reason for my review is because of the cleaning procedure. We had a two top by the row of cushioned bench sitting by the bakery counter. One of the employees (who was nice but) was vigorously sweeping all the crumbs on the floor. They were flying in our direction and I was dodging the debris so my shoes wouldn't get hit, which was unsettling. The kicker was she then took that same broom she was sweeping the floor with and started vigorously sweeping off the crumbs on "the cushions" where people sit!! That grossed me out :( A clean warm towel to wipe the seating down would be more appropriate.

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Le Paris Artisan & Gourmet Cafe

Le Paris Artisan & Gourmet Cafe

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Popped in to check out this spot to look for a caffeine beverage after walking by. It has a…read morewelcoming and charming ambiance with their display cases enticing you to try anything. I opted for a white mocha and tuna melt. I have to say the tuna melt is the BEST. It's served on a toasted flaky croissant with the perfect amount of tuna. The people at the counter were upbeat, friendly, and were smiling. The vibe was nice for the early morning. It is street parking but the couple of blocks I walked were manicured & green. It was a good day.

I genuinely wanted to enjoy my visit to Le Paris Artisan and Gourmet. The pastries were absolutely…read morebeautiful to look at, and the space itself has a lot of visual charm. Unfortunately, my experience fell short in a few meaningful ways. I ordered a lavender coffee latte, which I was really looking forward to, but it lacked flavor and was disappointing enough that I chose not to purchase anything further. That alone might not have stopped me from returning, but what followed did. Knowing European culture, and especially Parisian cafés, are often very dog-friendly, and given Napa's well-known dog-loving atmosphere, I felt comfortable bringing my dog, who is a service animal. I was immediately asked to leave because only service animals are allowed, with the assumption made that my dog was not one. While he is in fact a service animal, the interaction left me feeling unwelcome and uncomfortable. There was no curiosity or neutral clarification... just an assumption and a request to leave. That moment really deflated the excitement I had walking in. Between the coffee experience and feeling unwelcome, I decided not to stay as long as planned or purchase anything further. I'm glad to see that others have had better experiences here, and the pastries certainly look lovely. I suppose those interested should trust other reviewers on that front. Unfortunately, based on my experience, I won't be returning.

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