Bistro Don Giovanni -- Napa

Name: Bistro Don Giovanni -- Napa
Address: 4110 Howard Lane, Napa, CA, United States, 94558
Telephone: (707) 224-3300
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

8558 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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SPECIAL NOTE: Parking is limited so we strongly encourage you to carpool, ride share or use a hired car service. Please only park in designated areas. Violators may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner's expense.

Bistro Don Giovanni offers a warm and inviting experience with all the personality of a Mediterranean hideaway. Chef Scott Warner's rustic fare incorporates local fruits, vegetables, meat and fowl into traditional, fresh Italian dishes with her signature, creative flair. Freshly baked breads, local olive oil, beautiful salads, tasty appetizers and homemade pastas are inspired by the bounty of Napa Valley. Main courses offer an array of regionally sourced and highest quality creations of chicken, steaks and seafood. The bar features hundreds of Napa Valley and Italian wines as well as a host of signature cocktails.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 1, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 87 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(707) 224-3300
Website
http://www.bistrodongiovanni.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Scott Warner
Catering
Please contact us for catering questions.
Private party facilities
Temporarily suspended.
Private party contact
Curtis Bradford: (707) 224-3345

Location
4110 Howard Lane, Napa, CA 94558
Neighborhood
Napa
Cross street
Highway 29
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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San Francisco Bay Area
Great for outdoor dining
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Wine Country
Great for outdoor dining
Wine Country
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Wine Country
Most Booked

8,558 Reviews

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MARIEF
Los Angeles
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing . Service impeccable. We had cocktails in the garden after dinner - it was absolutely beautiful . Highly recommend this restaurant.
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BetsyM
San Francisco
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service4ambience4
Love Don Giovanni’s and have been going for years. Last night our waiter was tired when we first met but we were upbeat and positive and by the end of the evening he was cheerful. All good. We ate indoors, and had a raucous table next to us , so it was noisy. Dinner was delicious , we had a great time.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant! You can BYOB as well. We split an entree, just the right amount!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent experience as always! We live here and this is one of our favorite places.
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ToniC
San Francisco
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience5
Loved the vibe of this restaurant. It was very relaxing and visually pleasant. We sat in the garden near the fountain. We had the Fritto Misto and Bruschetta for appetizers. The spaghetti with clams and ravioli for dinner. Crème brûlée for dessert. Everything was really good. My only criticism would be that a bottle of Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio was about 56.00 and it’s around 23.00 at the store….quite the mark up. The service was wonderful. We will definitely go back.
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PhilW
Coastal Georgia
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall3food2service4ambience4
Good pizzas, pasta was awful, menu on website did not correspond with the menu offered. We were here before and it was very good but this time very disappointing experience.
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RichardR
Phoenix
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a favorite, beautiful setting, great food One of Napa’s Best!!
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OpenTable Diner
Exclusive
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome staff. Knowledgeable and friendly. Food delicious.
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VogeS
San Francisco
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolute DIVINE! I am still in the afterglow of being under the stars and lights feasting on the best Petrale Sole, imbibing exquisite wine, great service with my fella! Perfect night!
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MarkC
Los Angeles
101 reviews
vip
5.0
101 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
The outdoor seating is a perfect experience in the Napa valley. Shade when you need it and plenty of space between tables. The food is delicious and the wine list gives you plenty of options. The only challenge is the wait staff seems to be slightly short handed. Our gentleman was on everything, but just had a lot of tables that kept him rushing. Don't miss the lamb! It was perfectly done. The citrus sauce on the ravioli was wonderful, as well!
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ChrisP
Sacramento
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food4service4ambience5
Outdoor seating area is nice, with a view of the fountain. Cocktails and wine were tasty, salads crunchy and good. I ordered the veal, Mrs had the pasta with sausage. Very good. Dessert was chocolate cake and coffee. Pace of service was leisurely, and the tables of ladies next to us were cluelessly loud, but you can't help that. Price was Napa standard, meaning pretty pricey, but standard for a nice night out.
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Islanddiner
Hawaii
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Beautiful patio with great food and service. Very nice
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JohnG
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything here is great -- the fish, the pasta, the chicken, and all the sides. Wonderful place, wonderful service.
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OpenTable Diner
Key West
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall1food3service1ambience5
Bad service! Server is not a profesional! Mistakes in the order ! No manager checking in tables ! I have to send back to dishes to be recook again !
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OceanRacer
San Francisco
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is one of my favorite places whether I’m dining alone or with a group. The food, service, and atmosphere are always top notch.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing!!! My wife and I had an incredible anniversary dinner there! The food and service was beyond incredible
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Excellent service Tony our server was amazing . Food was very good
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RobertS
San Francisco
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Staff was wonderful. Service and food was excellent. Only negative is parking is limited when it is busy.
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LDen
San Francisco
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
You are slipping, or maybe it was just being Friday night. we felt a little underserved. one of our entrees arrived to cold to enjoy. this is not the Don Giovanni I have come to know and love.
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PeggyA
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It's always a great experience at Bistro don Giovanni. On a pleasant afternoon the al fresco dining for lunch was magical. Our server let us chat and was attentive without being pushy. Always one of my favorite spots to bring new friends!
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marilynw
Naples
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, wonderful service, the outdoor dining was wonderful.
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DavidC
San Francisco
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 20, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Branzino was excellent as always. And a perfect day for lunch outside.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was perfect for our last dinner in Napa before going home. Everyone in our party agreed that this was our best meal of the week.
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alfredop
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 19, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
SERVICE was oustanding with spot on recommendations of food options. Food quality algo top level specially the pasta special and the branzino
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Hngrygrl
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is dependably delicious, the service attentive, and the outside patio peaceful and lovely.
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AngelR
San Francisco
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall4food5service2ambience5
Server was a little bit rude. Overall was good. Will come back.
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RogerS
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
The worst ever. Food did not arrive for over an hour. Manager said that the kitchen lost our order. When it came out the pork chop was WAY over cooked. Meal was inedible. Manager wanted to comp us our glass of house wine. Our waiter took matters into his own hands and comped our meal. The waiter was the only decent part of the evening. They lost us as customers. I think expanding thier outside seating to be able to seat so many more people has ruined this restaraunt.
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HappyHappy
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, atmosphere and staff. Juan was amazing, we'll back for sure.
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MichaelB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
In our many years coming to Bistro, we have never been disappointed. Sure we have our favorites (Fritti Misto calamari, Insalada Mista, Scottish salmon come to mind), but no matter what we order, the Bistro experience cannot be equaled. That’s why it’s our (and so many other Valley people’s) restaurant of choice for birthdays, anniversaries or just a special treat. We LOVE you guys!!!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and friendly service. Will definitely be coming back anytime I’m in Napa.
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LisaM
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful meal and great atmosphere outside by the fountain.
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foodiegirl
San Francisco
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our beef carpaccio appetizer was delicious as was our Italian tuna salads. Such a pleasant patio to occupy. Our waiter was the best. Should have gotten his name.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall2food1service5ambience3
I ordered a Margherita pizza and it wasn’t fresh. It was evident that the pizza was frozen. That was Very disappointing. Service was outstanding.
Bistro Don Giovanni -- NapaResponded on September 20, 2023
Buongiorno! We're sorry to hear our pizza doesn't live up to your expectations, but I would like to make it clear. We do hand make our pizza dough every morning and cook each pizza in our wood fire oven. Next time you come visit feel free to check it out! You can watch your pizza being prepped and cooked from the comfort of our indoor dining room. Ciao! Hope to see you soon!
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JenniferW
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We sat outside for lunch and the patio was lovely - shady and cool. The staff was attentive and accommodating and the food was delicious. We shared the grilled octopus salad, pork chop and gnocchi. So much food half the gnocchi came home with us. Would definitely go back.
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PhoebeZ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite restaurant to celebrate birthdays at! The new outdoor seating area is beautiful and the food was amazing, as always. I recommend ordering the lemon zest ravioli. Our server Tony was great! Thank you for a great night!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love Bistro Giovani. But it was very special in that our waiter took very good care of us and although very busy he was so helpful and so pleasant. I always try to eat there when visiting Napa because I can count on a fantastic meal. ❤️
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uvogue
San Francisco
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always love Don Giovanni’s. Steak Frites were extra good tonight. It’s my favorite restaurant in Napa!!!
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great atmosphere and great service. Would definitely recommend.
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Kris
San Francisco
480 reviews
vip
5.0
480 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I've been enjoying Don Giovanni's food since it opened, many years ago. There have been some rough patches (especially after Dona Scala died) but now they've hit their stride. The new outdoor area is so comforting and wonderful, and three times the size of the indoor space. But expansion has not dulled the cuisine. We enjoyed the fresh gazpacho followed by the superb frito misto and the petrale in lemon-caper butter, it was an incredible meal and I'm already planning my return!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Above and beyond expectations… great Italian cuisine!!! Excellent wine list food service… great experience!!
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required
- Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Bistro Don Giovanni -- Napa is rated 4.7 stars by 8558 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 1, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 87 times today

Google Map for Bistro Don Giovanni -- Napa

4110 Howard Lane, Napa, CA 94558

Additional information

Cross street
Highway 29
Neighborhood
Napa
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Scott Warner
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bistrodongiovanni.com/
Phone number
(707) 224-3300
Catering
Please contact us for catering questions.
Private party facilities
Temporarily suspended.
Private party contact
Curtis Bradford: (707) 224-3345

Bistro Don Giovanni -- Napa

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Additional information

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Menu

What 8,558 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

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Is Bistro Don Giovanni -- Napa currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information

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