25 Essential Napa Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Napa.
Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse
California
Brazilian steakhouse offering all-you-can-eat options in a contemporary, group-friendly space.
Bistro Don Giovanni
California
Stalwart for Italian bistro fare with indoor fireside or outdoor, fountain-side seating options.
Il Posto Trattoria
California
Italian fare & global wines served in a warm, stylish space with an open kitchen & sidewalk seating.
Squeeze Inn Hamburgers
Napa, California
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection.
Boon Fly Café
Napa, California
Casual Californian dining with a lively vibe & modern roadhouse feel, at Carneros Resort & Spa.
Pasta Prego
Napa, California
Cozy, white-tablecloth setting with a menu featuring classic Italian fare & an extensive wine list.
Ristorante Allegria
Napa, California
Former bank turned popular, upscale Italian restaurant with some seating inside the old vault.
Fume Bistro & Bar
Napa, California
Local haunt offering American fare in an inviting, contemporary space with a pergola-covered patio.
Small World Restaurant
Napa, California
Casual storefront eatery offering Mediterranean fare, including falafel, pitas, burgers & gyros.
Nation's Giant Hamburgers & Great Pies
Napa, California
Fast-food chain featuring oversized burgers, all-day breakfast & lots of pies in a retro setting.
Mustards Grill
Napa, California
Wine country stalwart for upscale Californian-New American fare offered in low-key surrounds.
Hog Island Oyster Co
Napa, California
Trendy modern oyster bar attracts foodies with its range of locally sourced seafood & organic fare.
Aroma Indian Cuisine
Napa, California
Cheerful kitchen offering familiar Indian fare such as lamb vindaloo & samosas, plus vegan options.
Filippi's Pizza Grotto
Napa, California
Chain outpost offering pizza & red-sauce Italian staples in generous portions.
Napa Valley Bistro
Napa, California
Laid-back American eatery & bar offering innovative cuisine with a local focus, plus Sunday brunch.
Papa Joe's Pizza
Napa, California
Family-owned counter-serve pizzeria features hand-rolled dough & locally sourced ingredients.
Jefferson Café
Napa, California
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast.
Habit Burger & Grill
Napa, California
Charbroiled burgers star at this fast-food chain also offering deli-type sandwiches, salads & fries.
Cordeiro's Steakhouse
Napa, California
Classic American steakhouse in an elegant white-tablecloth setting with stone walls & a patio.
Trancas Steakhouse
Napa, California
Prime rib & other American steakhouse fare in an unfussy setting with a full bar & a patio.
Angele Restaurant & Bar
Napa, California
Riverfront bistro with a patio serving rustic French fare & creative cocktails in an old boathouse.
The Waterfront Seafood Grill
Napa, California
Service options: Outdoor seating, Dine-in. Highlights: Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great wine list.
In-N-Out Burger
Napa, California
Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.
Habit Burger & Grill
Napa, California
Charbroiled burgers star at this fast-food chain also offering deli-type sandwiches, salads & fries.
The Grill
Napa, California
Classic American mains, weekend brunch & cocktails in a resort setting with golf-course views.