Domaine Chandon - Etoile Restaurant - Yountville, CA

Domaine Chandon - Etoile Restaurant

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Address:
One California Drive
Yountville, CA 94599

Neighborhood:
Yountville

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Cuisine:
French

Price: $50 and over

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Domaine Chandon - Etoile Restaurant Details

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Website: http://www.etoilerestaurant.com
Phone: (800) 736-2892
Hours of Operation: Lunch: 11:30am-2:30pm Thursday-Monday

Dinner: 6:00pm-9:00pm Thursday-Monday

Beginning on 6-1-14, étoile The Restaurant at Domaine Chandon requests a credit card number to hold a reservation for dinner. The cancellation policy goes into effect 24 hours prior to reservation date and time. If the cancellation is made after that point, the charge is $50 per person. Details available upon request.

Closed: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, Christmas Eve,

Christmas Day & January.

Tasting Room: Daily: 10:00am - 5:00pm.
Payment Options: AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: French, Californian
Executive Chef: Perry Hoffman
Dress Code: Business Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Fireplace, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Smoking Area, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Special Events & Promotions: Special events are held throughout the year, visit www.chandon.com/events for more information.

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Parking: Private Lot

A word from Domaine Chandon - Etoile Restaurant

étoile is one of Napa Valley’s most celebrated destinations and the only fine dining restaurant in Napa Valley located in a winery. An extraordinary setting, innovative regional California cuisine with a French influence, and seamless service combine to create the ultimate food and wine experience.…

At étoile, Chef Perry Hoffman marries classic, French-influenced technique with contemporary culinary innovation and fresh, seasonal ingredients. Hoffman works closely with Chandon winemakers to explore the interplay between wine and food, enhancing the experience of both.

Guests may dine a la carte, or explore the ultimate food and wine pairing experience through Chef Hoffman's tasting menus at lunch and dinner.

The restaurant features a Wine Spectator "Best of" Award Wine list and received a Michelin star in the 2010, 2011 and 2012 Michelin Guide after being recommended in 2007, 2008, and 2009.Continued

Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerBest Overall
Diners' Choice WinnerBest Ambiance
Diners' Choice WinnerBest Food

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Diner Reviews

"This was a great find for a special occasion in Napa! The food was exceptional, the service Devine. The server took her time to explain the wines, and to discuss each dish and pairing in the four course meal. Lovely experience!"
Dined on 7/27/2014
"The outdoor patio was a perfect backdrop for our family birthday celebration. The food was divine, the service was wonderful but be prepared for a 3.5 hour + experience."
Dined on 7/26/2014
"We thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience at Etoille restaurant. Our wait staff, food and table in a Separate dining area were all superb. We would rate this a 10 out of 10."
Dined on 7/25/2014
"An amazingly delicious approach to Salmon, vegetables and sauce. Unique soups. Beautiful outdoor setting for lunch"
Dined on 7/24/2014
"Absolutely first class service, food, wine and beautiful location indoors and outdoors."
Dined on 7/21/2014
"We were looking for a great restaurant in Yountville (other than The French Laundry) and decided to try Etoile. It was an excellent meal and well worth the money. In fact, because we are members of Domaine Chandon's wine club, it was a bit of a bargain. We got 20% off the meal, a free glass of sparkling wine, and a discount on their wines. Although they are a winery, their wine list is extensive and includes some fantastic wines. I had a glass of Grgich Hills Zinfandel that was superb, as was the Chandon Cabernet Sauvignon. The service was exceptional. Our server struck a great balance between being attentive and not hovering. Overall, I thought it was a great meal, great service, and a beautiful restaurant. Hard to complain about that."
Dined on 7/20/2014
"We were running late and the staff and kitchen were very acommodating! Food and service was outstanding."
Dined on 7/20/2014
"Food was good but overdone with the chichi. Too contrived for my taste. But fundamentally well prepared and the ingredients were fresh and first rate. Just way too much going on on the plate. Service not up to standard for a Michelin Star restaurant. Not particularly polished. No supervision or visible managemeent. Hostess doubled as seater. Had to wait at the desk for a while before she appeared from the terrace. Over priced. We are locals and visit Bouchon, Don Giovanni's and others frequently and pay almost half. Not a great value."
Dined on 7/20/2014
"This is a repeat visit for my daughter's 21th birthday lunch. Beautiful setting with delicious innovative menu. Excellent staff and presentation. Will definitely repeat for future napa trips."
Dined on 7/19/2014
"OMG!! Great on so many levels. Let's just start with desert which was a watermelon sorbet. Oh, this is not what you expect--the presentation, texture and sorbet flavor was delicious, and it came with a foam of Thailand Curry. The appetizer was a melon soup with scallops and tiny melons among other unknown ingredients . The presentation and the taste transported you to another world. I had the halibut entree which was outstanding in taste and presentation. My dining partner had the duck-confit entre which was a little salty but still delicious. On another visit, he would chose differently. Still this did not detract from the fact that this chef knows exactly what he is doing. Dining here is experiencing great art."
Dined on 7/18/2014
"I ordered the tasting menu and the accompanying wine pairing. While the food was top- notch, the chef was limited to Chandon offerings, which included two great sparklers, and some mediocre still wine, with the exception of the Sauvignon Blanc . For $250, we felt we were getting an overpriced Chandon wine tasting. The overall wine list contained over 500 wines, so why the limitation on the pairings? The food in the 6 course tasting was amazing and represented an excellent variety of the chef's talent. So I highly recommend the restaurant, just order wine off the list and forego the pairings."
Dined on 7/17/2014
"Food outstanding! Expect looooong wait between courses."
Dined on 7/14/2014
"We had the chiefs tasting with wine pairings. We enjoyed every thing and the service was spot on."
Dined on 7/13/2014
"We had yet another amazing late afternoon lunch at Domaine Chandon. The octopus appetizer was extraordinary, as was the poached egg with caviar. The service, view and noise level made for a perfect afternoon."
Dined on 7/13/2014
"This is rated as one of the top restaurants in Napa and the food is good but everything else is lacking - we were seating a strange hall like room with no other diners, the receptionist was snooty and off-putting, and the facility itself is feels cold, dated, and sterile."
Dined on 7/12/2014
"If you want a splurge, this is a wonderful place! The ambience is lovely and tables are spaced to keep noise at a minimum. Impeccable service. Outstanding food! We did the four course meal and each plate was gorgeous and perfectly prepared. A bottle of Etoile sparkling rose complemented everything quite well. Complimentary dessert bites were fabulous also! A great dining experience!"
Dined on 7/11/2014
"Great food, great service, a little pricy. Great for special occassions/celebrations. Went on a Thursday in middle of July, and surprisingly, only a few diners for lunch, which made it very quiet and even more enjoyable. Last dined here about 23 years ago, but this experience was more memorable."
Dined on 7/10/2014
"Beautiful gardens, delicious food and dessert, excellent food presentation, romantic and they remembered my husband's Birthday. We will be back."
Dined on 7/6/2014
"The experience begins when you enter the Domaine Chandon property and ends when you leave the property. The setting is fabulous. Staff is energetic, classy, and efficient. Our table for four had an excellent experience. The food is as beautiful to look at as it is to eat. Duck Pate Salad is amazing. The entree of Kurobuta Pork loin was the best I have ever had. The Duck, the Lamb, and the Scallops were also excellent. We had the Four Course Chef's Sampler. Next time we will add the wine sampler with the meal."
Dined on 7/6/2014
"I would rate a million stars if i could. The food was amazing, every course was spectacular from beginning to end. Presentation was lovely and the service was incredible. I would like to thank Suzanne who looked after each and every detail of our meal. The wine list is interactive, i enjoyed reading about the wines via iPad. Consider seating outdoors if you visit in the summer, gorgeous grounds and so serene. My favorite course was the scallop, beautifully presented and so delicious. Dessert did not disappoint, i had the lava cake and enjoyed every bite."
Dined on 7/5/2014
"The chef has been outstanding, and the overall experience a highlight of a trip to wine country. The appetizers are all amazing. The lamb dish was to die for. The presentation and unique blend of flavors is amazing. Our group had 6 of the main courses. Nearly all were fantastic. An exquisite dining experience with wonderful wine pairings in a beautiful setting with phenomenal service. We have been coming here every year for over 20 years. The current chef is creative, uses fresh ingredients, and provides appropriate portion sizes."
Dined on 7/5/2014
"From start to finish this was an exceptional meal. I m not a huge fan of fussy presentations but this was right on the mark. Besides being visually stunning, the actual essence of the food was front and center. The service was impeccable. Our server, Josh, was perfect. The choreography was not overly obtrusive."
Dined on 7/3/2014
"In a word this meal was incredible. The service was impeccable--each and every server we encountered was friendly, knowledgeable and entertaining. The atmosphere was lovely and of course the scenery can't be beat. The food was out of this world (are there anymore hyperbolic cliches I could possibly use?!) and I am dying to eat there again. I must try the dinner, although I'm not sure how they could improve upon their amazing lunch offering!!"
Dined on 6/29/2014
"Absolutely and with out any reservation I would call this the best lunch I've ever had. From the beautiful views, to the Champagne, to the appetizers and then the main courses no doubt a magnificent eating experience. The staff was friendly, attentive, knowledgable and extremely helpful. Again, a remarkable overall dining experience."
Dined on 6/29/2014
"This has been a remarkable experience. The staff was amazing and the food was outstanding. The Chef was even friendly and tht was an added bonus."
Dined on 6/28/2014
"I am seated at a table facing the garden. The garden was spacious, beautifully kept. The receptionist and servers were very friendly, sophisticated and competent. The dishes were well-prepared with great presentation. Worth try."
Dined on 6/27/2014
"We had not been here for several years, and found it to be as beautiful as ever. The menu had changed to a fixed price meal which was a little disappointing. Although we selected the four item selection, with a few glasses of wine and tip it was about $350 for two people. The food was beautiful, and service very attentive. They had an excellent wine list."
Dined on 6/23/2014
"We had a great experience here and were very pleased with the service, food and entire overall experience."
Dined on 6/22/2014
"Celebrated our friends 50th anniversary. There were 6 of us and we all had something different and everything was outstanding. The wine was superb. We had a very relaxing enjoyable dinner that was beyond our expectations."
Dined on 6/22/2014
"A perfect day in a perfect setting with great food and service."
Dined on 6/22/2014
"Having done the Reserve tasting, we headed to Etoile for lunch & were seated on the patio on a perfect sunny but breezy Sunday. We chose to have the lunch tasting menu which I paired with the wine tasting (my husband went for a glass as he was driving). The whole meal was amazing. Every dish was beautiful in its presentation, & a taste sensation. Lobster, scallops, pork, beef and an apricot dessert, with three amuse bouche, everything in perfect harmony. We were so impressed we considered booking again for dinner but sadly they were closed Tuesday night which was the only night we still had open during our trip. I would certainly dine here again, & would recommend it to anyone, whether for a special occasion or just to spoil yourself!"
Dined on 6/22/2014
"We've had our anniversary lunch at Etoile off and on for over 30 years. The decor, staff, chef and food have changed over the years but the experience is the same. Make a reservation, get in the car and drive up. Bring money."
Dined on 6/21/2014
"I've never had such a wonderful meal, with such exquisite service, ever. It is definitely pricey, but we felt it was well worth the price. We had the 8-course tasting menu and asked them to pair all the courses with the appropriate Chandon vintage (original pairings included wines from other wineries). Pours were generous, food was delicious, and service outstanding. We'll be back next year!"
Dined on 6/20/2014
"Enjoyed our dinner completely. Always our pick for a special occasion"
Dined on 6/19/2014
"The food is first class, the view is amazing and the servers are very attentive. The prix fix menu was one delight after another! Highly recommend! This definitely holds its own against nearby fine dining restaurants!"
Dined on 6/16/2014
"I took my wife to Chandon for lunch on Fathers Day. If you eat at the Etoile Restaurant and the weather is nice I would highly recommend sitting outside. The food is excellent and the service impeccable. We started with the Charcuterie platter which has prosciutto di parma · beef tartare · soppressata · picante · coppa · farmer's cheese. It was enough to split between 4 people. We each had a different entree and each one was delicious. I would highly recommend."
Dined on 6/15/2014
"Food was outstanding and the service was great Little long between cources"
Dined on 6/7/2014
"This restaurant is superb in both food and service. I have been to every commended restaurant in the Napa Valley and this is as noteworthy as French Laundry or Meadowood, but more economical. "
Dined on 6/5/2014
"First time experience at this restaurant - outstanding from all perspectives. A little pricey; but well worth it. Food & Service was exceptional."
Dined on 5/31/2014
"Fabulous. The food was fabulous! The food was amazing. The best champagne I have ever had. Emolie Rosie I think is the name!! "
Dined on 5/26/2014

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