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The Charter Oak Restaurant

3.8 (1.1k reviews)
Closed • 11:30 am - 8:00 pm
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Moderate noise
Happy hour specials
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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Kevin P.

Parking and seating are plentiful, and the team here are such amazing people. The interior decor are beautiful. Duck liver skewers: 4/5, very niche. If you're into liver, give it a shot. If you're not into smelly food, give it a pass. Beef tartare: 4/5, definitely high quality chuck eye meat Yellow miso salad: 5/5, fresh Burger: 5/5, amazing. MUST TRY Denver steak: 4.5/5, a bit too lean for my liking but flavor profile is next level

The center of everything
Joel H.

Every once in a while you just walk into the place that screams... "You're going to love it here." Well, The Charter Oak Restaurant is one of those places. I asked "Where can I get a good burger" at multiple wineries and everyone pointed me here. Now I know why! As we walked in, (we were lucky as we did not have reservations for lunch but came early) the atmosphere, venue, electricity in the air was amazing. They also have a lovely outside seating area, which seems to the hot spot. It was exactly how all the people described it and the overall atmosphere was amazing with that giant open flaming cooking area at the end and in the middle. I had the perfect seat to watch it and the amazing Chef Marshall preparing food. A lovely young lady ( am am embarrassed that I did not write down names) came by and got us started with menus, silverware and a drink order. Then our amazing waiter (same thing on the name) came over to explain more. Both my wife and I already knew that we were having the burger. (Pretty rare and special for her to have a burger.) Not much to say other than they were AMAZING! Two patties (rather large) on a bun with special sauce and cheese. These weren't just good, they were really, really good. Cooked perfectly (medium) and served with the most amazing hand cut fries. This place definately set a new bar... and it's really high! Through the whole meal, I got to watch Chef Marshall at the grill. Lunch and a show, how perfect was this day? My wife and I are looking forward to coming back soon, and we will... this time for dinner [and we will have reservation.] KUDOs to the team at The Charter Oak Restaurant

Grilled Avocado is great
Elisa G.

We had a gastronomical evening tonight at Charter Oak and enjoyed having Maggie as our delightful and enthusiastic server. She was very understanding of my gluten and cheese free needs and she explained everything in detail and she's only been there for 3 months She made sure everything was perfectly tailored and our meal was fantastic! I'm obsessed with the corn ribs and want more! They are perfection! I also loved the mixed peppers from the Chatter Oak garden down the street. We both ordered the steel head entree and it was perfectly cooked skin side down. The building is sturdy and filled with interesting artwork and you can see foliage through every window. It was a stellar experience!

Raw Vegetables from our Farm
Christina L.

Walk in early dinner at 4:30pm, there's plenty of seating. Sat outside to enjoy the nice courtyard and greenery view. Started with bread and veggie plate. Veggie plate with soy dip was really delicious. The hamburger ($28) was a bit soggy, just did not hold up properly. The hamburger meat was seasoned well, too oily and I wished there was maybe lettuce and tomato that compliments better. The fries were delicious. The service was a bit slow, though, that may be because our waitress went on lunch. Overall, the restaurant is nicely decorated, but the food choices can be more balanced

Rachel T.

We hosted our Sep-26 rehearsal dinner and welcome party at The Charter Oak, and it was the perfect start to our wedding weekend. The venue was stunning, the food & drinks were absolutely amazing (I cannot emphasize this enough), and our guests are still talking about it! Working with Kelsea was a true pleasure. She and her team put so much time and care into making the night great, and we couldn't have pictured a better way to kick off the weekend. Highly recommend The Charter Oak for any special event. Photo: Ryan Greenleaf

Breakfast Sandwich (Brunch)
Elena C.

We started with the bread and raw vegetables, followed by the breakfast sandwich, and finished with the burnt chocolate cream. Had a great brunch at The Charter Oak. They have a lot of gluten-free modifications available, including their delicious bread + house cultured butter. As always, both the food and service were excellent. I've only been to The Charter Oak for lunch and dinner before, but I think their brunch menu might be my favorite!

Fernando L.

Amazing appetizers and drinks at the bar. Great ambience. Classic bartender. Didn't blink when I said cable car. And he made it fucking perfectly. Highest rec from Dr. Lopez.

Dog friendly patio restaurant in St. Helena.
Sheryl H.

Wonderful food and a great ambiance on the patio. Im traveling with my small dog and this place is delightful.

Laura G.

Gorgeous patio with tons of seating and fire pits, but it was a bit chilly so we sat inside. Big open space, you can see the grill. Decent menu, good wine list, good service. Ordered the burger rare and it was perfect and delicious. Ribs were very smoky and yummy, but could have been cooked a little longer as they weren't exactly fall off the bone texture. Overall great service, really good food. Would definitely come back and recommend.

Guillermo A.

Charter oak was easily one of my favorite restaurants in Napa Valley and a highlight of my birthday weekend. From the moment we arrived, everything was exceptional--the atmosphere, the service, and, most importantly, the food. We ordered the cheeseburger, wings, octopus, and beef tartare, and every single dish was outstanding. Nothing disappointed, and each plate was full of flavor and beautifully prepared. A special thank you to our sommelier, Alec, who made the experience even better. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and helped make our meal truly memorable. I highly recommend charter oak to anyone visiting Napa Valley. Great food, great service, and a fantastic atmosphere. We can't wait to come back!

The Cheeseburger
Jasmine M.

We visited Charter Oak for dinner and would highly recommend requesting a table on the beautiful patio if possible. The atmosphere outside was lovely and much more enjoyable, as the dining room inside was surprisingly loud during our visit. The sourdough was good, though it definitely leaned heavily into the tangy side of sourdough. If you enjoy a strong, sour flavor profile, you'll likely love it. The miso Caesar was the dish I was most excited to try. The lettuce was fresh and crisp, and there were moments when the flavors came together beautifully. However, I found the dish somewhat inconsistent. Some bites were perfectly balanced, while others were overwhelmed by the miso, making the flavor profile a bit uneven throughout the salad. The fries were absolutely incredible and tasted homemade. They had a perfectly crispy exterior with a pillowy soft interior, creating the ideal texture in every bite. Crispy, flavorful, and perfectly executed, they were easily one of the highlights of the meal. The true stars of the evening, however, were the burger and the steak. Both were cooked to perfection and showcased the restaurant's ability to let high quality ingredients shine. The burger was juicy, flavorful, and expertly prepared. My only wish was that caramelized onions had been available, as I think they would have elevated the burger even further. Unfortunately they were unable to accommodate that request, but they were happy to provide raw onions on the side, which was appreciated. The steak was cooked exactly as ordered and packed with flavor. These were the dishes that stood out most to us and are what we would recommend ordering without hesitation. Overall, Charter Oak delivered some memorable dishes, particularly the burger, steak, and fries. Combined with the beautiful patio setting, it made for a very enjoyable Napa dining experience.

Nori and lettuce for hand roll
Carol E.

Casual relaxed vibe- tables are spaced apart nicely Attentive and friendly service Delicious farm fresh dishes

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Claudine Y.

I celebrated my birthday here for a late lunch and the outdoor seating is so nice, the service we had was amazing too! My friends and I got several items from the menu to all share and it was all delicious! Had such a lovely experience dining here

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Hi- does your chicken tenders contain dairy like milk or buttermilk? asking due to allergy - thanks?

Hello, our chicken tenders do contain dairy.

Do kids pay the same price at the yurt?

I do believe that have a 12 and under menu but no kids discount on regular menu items.

Do I need to make reservations?

I highly recommend making reservations anywhere in Napa Valley. If you don't, you'll probably have to wait for a table depending on the date/time

Are there vegan options?

Yes, they do have vegan

What's the yurt situation?

Hi, our yurts are seasonal, and have been taken down for the year. They will be back next winter. Please let us know if you have any other questions!

Gluten free options?

You can easily find gluten free options here. Between the loads of fresh veggies and grilled meats, you'll definitely find lots of things to eat.

When did they stop taking orders on the phone and offering sides during lunch? I came specifically for the tostones and now they're not available until dinner? 😢 #HappyBirthdayToMe

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