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PRESS Restaurant St. Helena Reviews
Outstanding food and top notch service
We booked the bar so we didn't have to order the fixed menu but we decided on the 5 course anyway cause it looked so tasty. The food and service were outstanding. Trust me it's not cheap. I've done more Michelin restaurants around the world than anyone I know and this rates right up there. I did put in the suggestion box that they need more wine glass choices by the glass. They boast over 11,000 bottles of wine yet there list per glass is minuscule. Still I'd go back again.
The experience was top-notch and very much worthy of a
The experience was top-notch and very much worthy of a Michelin rating. The staff was immensely attentive and made us feel welcome and very much at home. Wine parents were exquisite alongside the prefix menu. My wife and I had an absolutely amazing time celebrating her birthday and will certainly be back again in the near future.
We booked a table in the bar so we weren't required to have
We booked a table in the bar so we weren't required to have the coursed menu. But we decided on the 5 course and it was outstanding. Be sure to add on the pretzel with caviar. Top notch. Service was excellent. Ambiance was lovely, My only complaint is that a restaurant who boasts 11,000 bottles of wine has such a limited menu of wine by the glass. There were only 3 cabs by the glass which were around $45, $195 and $200+ for a glass. That seems outrageous there aren't more medium priced choices given the extensive amount of bottles they carry. I'm putting that in your suggestion box.
I had a beautiful meal at Press.
Gorgeous restaurant with lovely outdoor seating as well. We opted for the 7 course tasting menu. I was worried we would not get through it but the portions were petite enough. Service was fantastic and the pacing of the courses were perfect. My only issue was that the two proteins offered lacked the quality of everything else. The halibut needed seasoning and the steak cut as well. Everything else was seasoned to perfection. With so many other great places to eat in the valley, not sure I'll be back to Press but I was happy we went.
Press was excellent.
One of the best tasting menus I've had start to finish. Each course was creative, beautiful, and absolutely delicious. A couple days later I'm still thinking about multiple dishes: the summer tomatoes, the tuna/caviar/Brentwood corn creation, the squash blossom-wrapped gnudi. Truly unforgettable. The restaurant is beautiful and the vibe is lively but also relaxing. Service was just as great as the food. Our server, Steve, struck the perfect balance, and sommelier Steve was outstanding too, we learned so much from him and felt guided, never pushed, with pairings that elevated the meal. From beginning to end, Press delivered a memorable experience and I already can't wait to go back.
Yes, the food is great but not Michelin star great.
I am not joking when I say the gnudi tasted exactly like the egg bites at Starbucks LOL! The lobster roll was so bland all we could taste was the bread it was served in. We didn't finish our halibut main because it so mushy. And the chicken was just.....chicken. Overall, the prices for the a la carte menu weren't terrible for Napa, but we definitely expected more based on all the 'press' this places gets. I can name 20 other restaurants where the food is better and costs less.
When Napa Valley added another Michelin star restaurant, we
When Napa Valley added another Michelin star restaurant, we were eager to try it. The atmosphere at the restaurant is lively; with the tall ceilings, it can be a little loud. Overall, the service was good, but our waiter didn't seem to really be listening to us. He was trying to upsell us alcoholic beverages, which is something other fine dining establishments have not done before. In terms of the food, it was decent, but I will admit that I was disappointed. The first little bite, which was a tart, was super salty. All I tasted was salt. Then the next bite, supposedly a "celebration" of tomatoes, did not reflect that idea. The yellowfin tuna with the caviar was okay; the server didn't place all the caviar that was portion for us on to our plates. The ricotta gnudi was good, but it needed a little more flavor. The halibut course that I had was a little fishy, which is definitely it expected for such an establishment. Also, my companion does not eat shellfish and the restaurant didn't make a substitute for the missing crab - shocking since most restaurants of this caliber have substitutes. The jus with the wagyu didn't have as much depth as I would have liked. The yogurt panna cotta was terrible - it was sour in a very bad way. The whipped strawberry was great but the panna cotta itself was really bad. The strawberries at the end of the meal was okay. The cheesecake mousse didn't pack much of a cheesecake taste, but the almond linzer was very good. The wine pairing was subpar - it didn't really enhance the food. Earlier in the day, we had lunch with a wine pairing and they did a great job with their pairing. Overall, for the price you pay, I don't think it was worth it.
Fantastic dining experience! After reading the reviews, I
Fantastic dining experience! After reading the reviews, I almost cancelled my reservations--I'm so glad that I didn't. We selected the seven course menu and each dish was incredible. Unlike some of the other reviews, I found each selection to be incredibly tasty. The servings were proportionate for a seven course meal and we left very satisfied.
Went on a Tuesday and had a great meal and a lovely time.
Went around sunset and the light and ambiance were 10/10. Perfect date night with stunning wine country decor, great service, and a delicious inventive meal. Pricy but worth it for a special occasion or expense account.
This is an old review.
Hubby & I came here to celebrate our Anniversary on a Saturday evening & everything about this place from beginning to end did not disappoint! Ambiance was lovely inside & service was friendly & attentive. We ordered their tasting menu with wine pairing. Each dish was plated beautifully & flavor of each dish complemented well with the wine. We left the place happily satisfied & full. I'm glad to find out that they got awarded Michelin star. Well deserved!
Over the years , we have dined at Press many times.
Great food and service however, the $60 per bottle corkage fee particularly for locals is unrealistic and should be in line with other competing restaurants.
Waste of money
Overpriced!!!! The food was average at best and the service was just ok. I would expect from a Michelin Star Restaurant amazing service and delicious food but it was an absolute waste of money. The manager was aloof and a disappointment!!! Don’t waste your hard earned money unless it’s a drop in the bucket to spend $500 for you.
Micehlin star quality food with McDonalds level service & experience
The food is 5 star and the space is beautiful, but the hospitality was a 1. You come to a Michelin starred place, prepared to spend a boatload of cash, for a special experience as well as great and inventive food. The server was a nice young guy trying his best but clearly inexperienced and hadn't even tried many of the menu items. Another young girl who brought some dishes out seemed to be shaking from nerves. The guy who appeared to be the manager came by none of the tables despite putting such inexperienced wait staff on the floor. It just felt very much like having dinner at a Home Town Buffet, not a Michelin starred restaurant charging almost $600 for dinner for 2. The staff were trying so it's clearly crappy management and training. Even the process of seating us and when we were leaving was just a cold experience.
Beautiful Atmosphere
Very nice atmosphere and excellent service. Would not do it again based on the fact that it was a fixed price menu with no choices whatsoever, unless you wanted to add on some caviar. It seems like usually on a fixed price you have a selection between two or three for each course. This was solidly chef’s choice. Several of the courses were delicious and a couple were things I would not eat. Beautiful presentation.
Ain’t what it used to be
Press has been replaced with a fruitless need to be fancy and have pointless stars. Nothing like Leslie ever wanted it to be. Dont get me wrong they are very good at what they are trying to do. This is a place if you want to look at your food rather than enjoy it. I guess I am just an old cranky wine lover now.
Top of the top.
Went to bar. Quite amazing place. he food is VERY complex. Culinary training would help sort out the flavors and aromas. Very expensive. No budget choices. Food is incredible-pricey. Truly top of the top. Plan to only stay a short time, ment to accomodate table wait. Not an advertised experience. The food is quite something. ,reminds me of Jean Bardet in Tours, or Paul Boucouse in Lyons, but modern decor.
Summer tasting menu.
Summer tasting menu was wonderful. Each flavor was well presented, built well, and the tenbrink strawberry finish was fantastic. Front and back of house were perfectly balanced.
Press is price and not much else
Press is a far cry from other notable restaurants in the area and incredibly disappointing. The minute portions and extreme price tag of $1400 for two, left us hungry and speechless. The name Press should be changed to Price. The overly prepared and doctored cuisine was more worthy of an art fair than a fine dining restaurant experience. Even the top Michelin restaurants in Paris or London of similar pricing offer a more satisfying meal. All of our party of 6 were incredibly disappointed and will not be returning. We had been forewarned about how poor it was, but we thought we’d give it a try. Big mistake! Huge
I went here on a Friday evening with my girls.
All of us had a magnificent time here. The food was just excellently cooked and definitely worth the price. The staff was very accommodating and attentive. The ambiance is relaxing and nice.
Press has been on my list for a while.
So for this wine trip, I decided to go and splurge on the $225 tasting menu. When we first entered, I absolutely loved the vibe. All of the seating areas were comfortable and cozy, and, I felt like each seating was intimate for each party without feeling like you're too close to anyone. The only odd thing is the giant green clock that seemed a little bit out of place but made for a good conversation piece. The service was fantastic. Everyone was friendly and prompt. Now onto the food: For starters, we received the asparagus and soup. As well as the yellow small bite and I can't remember the name of (sorry!) both were OK. Not too memorable. Then came the fruits de mer, hamachi tartare, mt. lassen trout rillettes, kaluga caviar. I liked how the Hamachi was a accordion, which was quite clever. The presentation was gorgeous to say the least. The taste was solid. I love seafood, and it was good! kombu-roasted tomato, salted plum, shiso leaf, seaweed crisp: this was so pretty! I love the crisp on top that added a nice crunch. The tomato is fresh. Personally, I feel like this dish was an odd combination. I'm not sure the ingredients came together for me. ricotta gnudi, squash blossom, parmigiano reggiano consommé: this next course was again beautiful. However, at this point onward, I felt like the dishes were too salty. The ricotta is usually more of a subtle flavor, which is expected, but in this case, I felt like although it was flavorless, the consommé was too salty and that ricotta flavor was not well highlighted. Everything was sort of masked by the salty sauce. halibut: I felt like the halibut was a little bit overcooked. And again it was just on the salty side. I was hoping that the halibut would flake off, and you would get the nice juicy tenderness of well cooked halibut, but it was bit on the dry side. Wagyu : the choice of cut was not my favorite. It wasn't the most tender. There was some Wagyu flavor, but not tender and juicy like I would've hoped for a nice restaurant. Unfortunately, it was a bit disappointing. Charcoal grill duck: my friend and I had split the duck and Wagyu so I got to try this too. Again, some of the sauce was too salty and the duck was good, but didn't stand out. This is paired with some gizzard and heart which were OK. dessert: there was a strawberry fizz, this is good and fresh, but in my opinion, it was just a little bit too sweet and fizzy for me. It tasted a little bit like a strawberry soda. panna cotta, peach sorbet, almond-cherry crumble, elderflower honey: I liked this dessert. It was light and good. Raspberry jellies and bonbons: tasted as expected! I like the dark chocolate of the bonbons. Overall, the experience I would summarize it just a bit too salty and not what I had hoped for. I'm not sure it was worth the tasting menu price,. For this price I generally expect a pretty outstanding meal. Fun experience with friends, but unfortunately, not something I would recommend.
Special occasion treat
Always a delight the seasonal menu is ever changing. Staff are professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Since this was my birthday dinner present we got a few kitchen extras. We opted for the tasting menu and wine pairing. Everything was elegantly presented and tasty. The sommelier gave us as much background as we wanted and when I wasn’t as fond of one of the pairings gave me another option which I appreciated.
By far, one of the most amazing culinary experiences I have
By far, one of the most amazing culinary experiences I have had with my wife and in my life, PRESS is this incredible restaurant that has a Michelin star; per my knowledge, the first time I have gone to a restaurant that has earned one. This is one of the only restaurants that we have dined whose menu is completely gluten-free, which my wife loved. Additionally, they have an amazing wine list, which we selected and enjoyed this incredible bottle of wine, whose name leaves me, but it was magical. Given that we were celebrating our Irish Wedding Anniversary and our respective birthdays, the staff gave us this really sweet greeting card that was signed by all of them. Very cool. Each of the staff with whom we interacted was kind and warm and made us feel at home. We had come from touring wineries in nearby Calistoga and had coordinated dining at PRESS before we returned to our hotel for the day. The décor comprised high ceilings, industrial-styled windows that ran all around the bar and dining areas, and booth long-booth table seating and cushy yet fashionable gray-colored chairs at other tables. The courses we were served were synergy at synchronicity. Between the cuisine, the cocktails, the service, and the company, of course, with my darling wife, this experience was magical on a unicorn/Pegasus level. The Ricotta gnudi; very magical that was a flavor explosion with an incredibly artistic display. In fact, all of the dishes they served us were beautifully crafted and tasted otherworldly. The truffle glazed chicken with summer truffle, garden beets, smoked bacon, and sauce vin jaune was so savory and delicious. The 35-day New York strip had such a wonderful character that complimented well with the morel Mushrooms. For our after-dinner experience, we feasted on Jivaro chocolate crème, which was served with orange cocoa crumble, olive oil sorbet, chocolate sponge, and Custelmagro custard. Both those dishes were incredible, and the espresso martini we enjoyed concluded a culinary synergy we enjoyed throughout our experience at PRESS. It was a wonderful way to bring in another year as husband and wife.
The hype around this dining experience fell short for our
The hype around this dining experience fell short for our group. The reason for even the 2 stars is first and foremost due to the venue itself, very beautifully designed and secondly, the saving grace were the canapés at the start of dinner being the only bites worth having. Being a pescatarian myself, the coursed menu was slightly altered but executed poorly. The supplemental 75$ truffle corn raviolo fell short considering the price tag and the halibut we all were served was borderline a joke. The fish was so chewy and hard, flavorless and in some sort of soup. Almost every dish was swimming in something. The flavors of these dishes fell flat and it took 20+ minutes for the next dish to come out and by the tail end we all just wanted to leave and grab a slice of pizza to ease the sadness.
The staff is very friendly and accommodating.
We came in there without any idea of what it is. We were just charging our car and killing time. We were there just to have dessert with our 7-month old. They were not judgy or didnt turn us away and are very accommodating of our needs. The food was amazing. We didnt get the five course meal but almost did. We love the 21-day aged rib eye and gnudi
I love this place.
Every visit has been excellent. Ambiance, food, service, cocktails, wine list. 5 Stars.
First time in press
Food was excellent and very sophisticated but service was to slow. Be prepared to spend more than 2 hours for having dinner
We had a mid week break, and planned a day trip to Napa -
We had a mid week break, and planned a day trip to Napa - that of course included some wine tasting, as well as good food! We found availability at Press and booked! The service was pretty good. They offer 2 menus, full 7-course one, and a smaller 5-course one. We went with the 5 course one. It was pretty filling for us. The cod dish was phenomenal. The ricotta gnudi was sublime. The dessert was yum! Overall, definitely worth a try!
I dined here this past winter and i'm still thinking about
I dined here this past winter and i'm still thinking about this meal. I got their "Black & White" tasting menu which was truffle themed. Press has a great all Californian wine selection, which made this even more of a special Napa dinner. I also got one of their zero proof cocktails called "Push Pop" and I highly recommend it. The lanterne pasta was mouthwatering and the eye of ribeye was cooked so well and had a delectable sauce. I added on the caviar pretzel for an additional price and it was perfection. I loved how even the dessert had truffle on it. The vibe of this restaurant was like no other, it is so classy and the big clock from an old train station is such a stunning piece. There is no way I could go to Napa and not dine here again!
The good: Service was very attentive.
The food was very good. Kudos to the chef! The not-so-good: The cocktails were watered down a lot with a lot of syrup and tons of ice in a narrow glass. Alcohol is not very expensive and if I were the owner, I would not be so cheap with the alcohol and make your customers happy. Otherwise, this is what we remember along with the food. The portions, while good tasting, were pretentiously and ridiculously small for the price. $75 for three quarter sized dollops of steak set off with a little garnishment. The $52 cod was about the size of two wide fingers. My father said that after our meal, he needed to go get a hamburger.
Press has a very cute set up inside their barn like
Press has a very cute set up inside their barn like structure. It is filled with natural lighting! Our server was super friendly and recommended good wines and cocktails to try. Some of the "fruits de mer" we're a bit too fishy for me, but the pretzel and caviar was absolutely worth the supplement to split with the table. I also enjoyed the gnudi and the chocolate truffle. All in all, it was a nice experience with unique flavors. I probably would not return just because it is expensive but I'm glad I did it
A cruise ship dinner is better.
So utterly disappointing. The food was bland, flavorless and unexciting. We left genuinely devastated to have wasted $1200 for two people on a forced menu and genuinely awful wine pairing. Never finished one glass as they piled up around us. Felt like a cruise ship experience.
Ordinary, a little disappointed
We make a reservation at press restaurant, and celebrate my wife’s birthday. I like the pictures of this restaurant, looks good and beautiful. But seems the reviews are not very good. We arrived there earlier than our appt, but still ok to them to accept. The environment looks ok, bright and good designed, but the table looks so cheap, seems bought from IKEA, and no table cloth, similar with neighborhood small restaurant, not like Michelin. There is only one menu, beginning price is $225, you can choose upgrade, and pay extra $50, or $76 for one order update, and wine pairing is $225 too. We chose the regular $225 , and ordered cocktail. Cocktail looks and taste cheap, not fancy, cheap glasses, very ordinary, not like Michelin. The package has five course, each is tiny, I know Michelin restaurant, especially French style , each course is small, but this time is too small, compared with Paris and LA. Caviar is fantastic, the chef use leaf, caviar, pumpkin, excellent mixture, creative ,and full of courage; trout is good, this is why the restaurant put this dish as the cover pictures. Wagyu taste bad, they use american waygu, not Japanese wagyu, taste like regular beef, and hard to cut, in the mouth, very common, nothing special. The whole experience, feels so so, not worth the price. Waiter are good, looks like Michelin waiter, that’s all I feel.
Not the best
I was excited to try it and was expecting an amazing experience but unfortunately that’s not what we experienced. The atmosphere was pretty but the service and food left a lot to be desired. The waiter, bus staff and sommeliers were very scarce. We were left waiting forever for wine and to remove plates. Finally I had to request twice for the busters to come and remove empty glasses. Has to request for the sommelier as he only showed up once and never came back until we were fed up and had to ask. Then to the food, it just wasn’t up to par for a restaurant of this reputation. For over 3k I was overall disappointed and won’t go back.
PRESS Post COVID Upscale Dissatisfaction
I'd like to give the restaurant 3.5 stars. Press used to be my favorite restaurant to visit; they served the best steaks, fries, and seafood platters. I've dined at Press many many MANY times. However, post-COVID, they became more upscale. The dishes don't match the online photos anymore, and the portions are smaller and pricier. If you're going based on the photos, reconsider; otherwise, you might be disappointed. The food is good but leaves you feeling dissatisfied.
Definitely a celebration go to restaurant
Second time to this restaurant and it is extraordinary and memorable. The service is excellent and watchful without being irritating. We had the seven course prefix with the beverage tasting. I think it is better than the French laundry and the food was delicious. Do get the pretzel Eppie with a yogurt butter.
Way over priced for the quality of food
Very expensive for very mediocre (probably generous) food. Not one dish was memorable and honestly passed on some of the food placed in front of me because of taste. Service was what I would expect for the price.
Great food and atmosphere! Love the high ceilings and the
Great food and atmosphere! Love the high ceilings and the giant fireplace. Did not love the fact that we were seated closest to the front door. So every time the door opened and closed, cold air would blow onto our table. It definitely detracted from the experience substantially. We asked to be moved and the restaurant was not able to accommodate. We did the 5 course tasting menu for $160 pp. My first 3 courses were amazing - absolutely loved the abalone with flowering wasabi and spring pea panna cotta. Was disappointed in the 21 day aged rib eye with $25 supplement. It didn't come out very hot, so I could already see the fat marbling cooling. It was a bit chewier than I would have preferred for medium rare.
My husband and I had the pleasure of dining at PRESS, and
My husband and I had the pleasure of dining at PRESS, and it was one of the most exceptional meals we've ever had. We ordered the tasting menu with the beverage pairing, and each and every course was thoughtful, delicious, and perfectly paired. Our waiter was not only attentive, but hilarious, and we also had the pleasure of meeting the manager, JC, who cared deeply about our experience. Knowing that we had just completed a wine certification course we'd been studying for for about six months, JC surprised us with a complimentary champagne for me and a cocktail for my husband so we could take a moment to celebrate before beginning our meal. The meal itself was exceptional. 9 courses, with so many standouts. To name a few, we loved the canapés, the salmon skin with caviar, the celery root soup, and the most delicious ricotta gnudi with white truffles, and of course, the scallop / lobster course. (The lobster is the optional add-on to the scallop course, so I ordered that so we could each try both.) We also had the absolute pleasure of meeting Christopher, our Sommelier, who walked us through each pairing and indulged even the nerdiest of our wine questions. One of our great delights in this pairing was the sake course, and we were also very pleasantly surprised with a beer pairing. This pairing is a refreshing and creative take on a traditional wine pairing, and it absolutely elevated our meal. PRESS is a beautiful space, and turned out to be the perfect place for us to celebrate a milestone in our ongoing wine education journey. Gorgeous meal. Incredible staff. Heartfelt thank you to JC, to our waiter, to Christopher the talented Somm and to the entire staff for a meal we won't forget. We'll be back as soon as we can get up to Napa again soon.
Beautiful inside and out, the ambiance was amazing.
Came in without reservation was welcomed with a smile and seat by the bar. Had the tasting menu food was spectacular. Made reservations to come back can't wait!
Came with a group of wine enthusiats and we were really
Came with a group of wine enthusiats and we were really looking forward to a good experience. The best part was the place - beautifully set and ambiance was great especially for a Wednesday night. The worst was the service- far from a Michelin experience and outright unprofessional. Took them a while to take our wine order and our bottles arrived completely out of sync with food. We didn't have our first glass of white until our second course. Food was rushed and courses came out too quickly one following the other. We didn't even finish half our wine when dessert was served. Two of us have ciliac disease and our waiter wrote that down in his notebook when we ordered. But when my beef tartar dish came it had wheat puffs with it that I'm glad I questioned because I'd have been very sick if I ate them. The food itself was underwhelming. Wine was way overpriced and it was difficult to find bottles below $1000. I've dined at many Michelin starred restaurants and this is as disappointed as I've ever been.
This meal was impeccable.
Service was perfect. Great Somm. Food was very delicately prepared and it was all about the flavors. My fave was the beef tartare. The others at the table loved the gnudi with truffles. We preferred the 4 course tasting because it gave you time to experience the dishes.
I've been wanting to stop here for sometime now anytime I'm
I've been wanting to stop here for sometime now anytime I'm in town, and I've finally managed to do just that with a little time to spare before my reservations at a nearby winery. I walked in with no reservations but they happily offered me a seat at the bar. I was able to try a few drinks recommended by the bartender but the Up River was by far my favorite, perfectly sweet and Smokey. Before stopping by I would say that I was very eager to try the pig ears that everyone raves about but I felt like it was cold and very underwhelming. Not a complete fan of the food I tried, maybe I came in with super high expectations as we sometimes do when dinning at a Michelin-Starred restaurant or my choices tonight just weren't the best but I did enjoy the ambiance and the drinks. Can't wait to come back and fall in love with a food item. Oh and let's not forget the playlist this night...*chefs kiss* I did not want to leave.
Would not recommend.
Restaurant was lovely, food was okay, but our server was very intrusive for some reason. Master sommelier was very helpful. Surprised to know it’s a one star Michelin restaurant. Would not recommend.
My first time to dine at Press last night, and everything
My first time to dine at Press last night, and everything was superb! And by everything, I mean the atmosphere, the knowledgeable staff, and the divine food. My favorite dish of the night was the duck, it was cooked to perfection, melted in your mouth with the best red wine reduction I've ever had in my life. Thank you for hosting us Chef Philip and Press staff. You truly are an example of the best Napa Valley has to offer!!!
An absolute gem in Napa Valley.
PRESS offers fantastic service, incredible food, and delicious cocktails. Their bartender Jared went above and beyond to curate special cocktails to pair with our dinner, and their manager JC was embodied hospitality and made sure our evening went perfectly. With a town full of Michelin restaurants and fine dining establishments, this location is unparalleled in its experience. Thank you for a fantastic night, and I truly look forward to coming back again soon.
Absolutely amazing worth the hype every review and it's
Absolutely amazing worth the hype every review and it's Michelin Star rating! Every bite full of flavor. The pre fix 4 course share plates is the way to go. This is a must visit!
This is a solid fine-dining spot that hits all the right
This is a solid fine-dining spot that hits all the right notes you'd expect from a Michelin-starred restaurant in Northern California wine country. I had the tasting menu, which had some outstanding dishes (the fruits de mer and the cod). Yet I left feeling indifferent. Nothing was wrong - it's a really good restaurant. But nothing felt memorable. I enjoyed the meal, but it wasn't a destination. It all feels great in the moment, but it just doesn't last. Service is actually very good, and the building itself is beautiful. And I wish I'd ordered from the regular menu - too much of the tasting menu was just fine.
Press Review
While our dinner was nice and the food was good, there wasn't a specific memorable dish. We had a nice evening and enjoyed our meal but the vibe was similar to other restaurants in Napa/Bay Area and did not seem to compare to other 1 star Michelin restaurants we have eaten at in other countries (Spain, France, Croatia).
Service staff great but food nowhere near Michelin quality
Can’t fault the service and staff, very professional. However, for a one starred Michelin restaurant the food was significantly below par. Some of the dishes were okay (eg the chips and dip and pigs ears) but the main courses and deserts were a disappointment. The steak was way too salty, chewy and burnt around the edges. Plus the beef tartare portion was too big and chicken was too soft, felt like a marathon trying to finish it. The deserts did not have much flavour and were forgettable, so much so I can’t remember what we even had. This was absolutely not worth the price and we’d recommend looking elsewhere for fine dining in Napa.
Underwhelmed
Would have been underwhelmed if this was not a Michelin Star restaurant. Service was mediocre (wine spilled on table, plates removed at different times for table of four, check taken before we left table, dishes not explained as served, etc). Food was mediocre (except for pig’s ears which was the only memorable dish, 100 dollar upcharge steak was tough and served cold and had obviously sat waiting to be delivered from their chaotic kitchen, flavors in general were uninspired). Wine recommendations were 1 out of 2 in terms of meeting the profile described - a $120 dollar Rose that tasted like box wine followed by a very good Cab that was worth the money and met the flavor profile we described very well. The gist of the the evening was promising my guests that next time we would all go to Auro.
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