Napa Valley Bistro

Name: Napa Valley Bistro
Address: 975 Clinton St, Napa, CA, United States, 94559
Telephone: (707) 666-2383
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1915 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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Napa Valley Bistro was opened in 2013 by chefs Bernardo Ayala and Ernesto Martinez, (also co-owner of Market in St. Helena). Their friendship and working relationship, which has lasted over 20 years was so successful, they decided to pool their resources and stake a claim in downtown Napa’s expanding culinary scene. Their aim was to create their own version of classic world cuisine in a comfortable space where family and community could gather for any occasion. The twist is evident in the menus, which sample fare from around the globe. Guests can choose from traditionally prepared Mexican Empanadas or timeless American favorites like the Lamb Burger and St. Louis Ribs. Other options include Vegetarian Spring Rolls, Chinese Chicken Salad and Seasonal Risotto. Our Wine & Beer List includes local wines leaning toward small producers & craft brews.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 8, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(707) 666-2383

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Tue 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Wed, Thu 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(707) 666-2383
Website
https://www.napavalleybistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Bernardo Ayala
Catering
Between your vision and our Chef"s culinary creativity, we can help make your event a tasty one. Please call us for details about our catering options.

Location
975 Clinton St, Napa, CA 94559
Neighborhood
Napa
Cross street
Main Street
Parking details
Street parking is generally readily available, but we are also surrounded by several public parking lots that require no payment.
Entertainment
Join us every Tuesday through Friday from 3:00-6:00 for Happy Hour at our bar. Enjoy small plates and drink specials with your friends and co-workers!
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

Let's be Happy
Multiple dates available
Tue - 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM,Wed - Fri - 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Join us for happy hour between 3-5pm!

Popular dishes

House Made Soup Of The Day
- Cup$8.00
- Bowl$11.00
Healthy Garden Fries$16.00
Tempura Green Beans, Zucchini Sticks, Sweet Potatoes, Chipotle Aioli, Sambal Sweet Chili Sauce
Buttermilk Battered Calamari$17.00
Shishito Peppers, Red Onion, Chipotle Cilantro Lime Aioli
Wild Mushroom Flatbread$18.00
Spinach, Kale, Parmesan Cheese, Sky Hill Goat Cheese, White Truffle Oil
Pacific White Seabass Cakes$18.00
Orange & Red Onion Salsa, Corn, Avocado, Wild Arugula, Blood Orange Vinaigrette
Petaluma Chicken Empanadas$18.00
Achiote Marinated Chicken, Black Bean Puree, Avocado, Lime Crème Fraiche, Queso Fresco
Ahi Tuna$18.00
Sesame Crusted, Asian Slaw, Ginger, Crispy Wonton, Wasabi-Cilantro Aioli
Cajun Wild Mexican Shrimp$19.00
Chipotle, Ancho, Paprika, Cayenne, Garlic & Mustard - Served with Focaccia Bread

Greens

Add to any salad - Grilled Chicken 9 - Grilled Prawns 11 - Beer Battered Prawns 12 - Scallops 13 - Fresh Dungeness Crab Meat 15

Fresh Dungeness Crab Louie
Romaine, Avocado, Asparagus, Farm Egg, Cucumber, Tomato, Radish, Bistro Dressing
- 24
- 35
Bartlett Pear, Apple, & Local Strawberry$17.00
Arugula, Point Reyes Bleu Cheese, Candied Pecans, Honey Dijon Vinaigrette
Bistro Chopped Salad
Broccoli, Carrots, Goat Cheese, Farm Egg, Bacon, Avocado, Cranberries, Mustard Vinaigrette
- 16
- 22
Classic Caesar
Chopped Hearts of Romaine, Garlic Croutons, Parmigiano-Reggiano
- 10
- 18
Chinese Chicken
Napa Cabbage, Romaine, Bell Pepper, Ginger, Almond, Crispy Wontons, Sesame Soy Dressing Substitute - Ahi Tuna 18/25, Beer Battered Prawns 18/25
- 17
- 21

Main

Add to any item - Grilled Chicken 9 - Wild Mexican Prawns 11 - Scallops 13 - Fresh Dungeness Crab Meat 15

Pan Seared Sea Scallops$38.00
Basil Potato Puree, Tempura Beans, Orange-Red Onion-Avocado Salsa, Lemon Verbena-Herb Sauce
Blue Corn Tortilla Encrusted Alaskan Halibut$38.00
Corn, Potato, Sweet 100s, Leeks, Wild Mushroom Succotash, Lemongrass-Basil Nage
Grass Fed Filet Mignon$42.00
Bacon & Green Onion Mashed Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus, Crispy Onions, Merlot Reduction
Kobe Flat Iron Steak$39.00
Heirloom Tomato & Onion Marmalade, Wild Arugula & Watercress, White Truffle Fries, Bordelaise
Dungeness Crab & Wild Mexican Prawns, Seafood Fettuccini$37.00
Asparagus, Sweet 100s, Meyer Lemon Alfredo Sauce
Spring Vegetable Risotto$27.00
Peas, Sweet Corn, Fava Beans, Asparagus, Spring Onions, Sky Hill Goat Cheese
Farfalle Pasta$25.00
Oven Roasted Tomato & Spring Onion Sauce, Asparagus, Corn, Herbs de Provence, Manchego Cheese

Classics

Niman Ranch St. Louis Style Ribs$29.00
Tamarind BBQ Sauce, Coleslaw, Sweet Potato Fries
Fish ‘n’ Chips$24.00
Napa Palisades Red Ale Batter, Coleslaw, Tartar Sauce, French Fries
Mac ‘n’ Cheese ‘n’ Applewood Bacon$23.00
White Cheddar, Vella Dry Jack, English Peas, Crispy Onions Add Dungeness Crab 12
Fallon Hills Lamb Burger$20.00
Wild Arugula, Tomato, Feta, Rosemary Aioli, Brioche Bun, Potato Chips

On the Side

Cheddar Mashed Potatoes$8.00
Grilled Delta Asparagus with Ancho-Lime Aioli$9.00
Jalapeño Cornbread$8.00
Garlic & Parmesan Fries$10.00
Ozzy’s Fries - Feta, Chili Garlic Sauce$10.00
Sweet Potato Fries$9.00
Mac ‘n’ Cheese$10.00
Fries$8.00

What 1,915 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.3Ambience
4.3Value

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Anne
Savannah
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious. We had the calamari and empanadas as appetizers. For main course, we had the lamb burger, short ribs and filet. Highly recommend all!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charlotte
7 reviews
vip
2.0
7 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall2food5service2ambience1
The service was mediocre. We wanted more drinks, but saw our waitress maybe twice the whole night. Another staff member helped us. The tables outside were very dirty. Noone offered to clean them when we went out there. The food, however, was fantastic.
S
Sabs
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Excellent food quality and diverse options. Ambiance can be a bit dated but we came for the food not the decor. Highly recommend. Good wine selection as well.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food. Knowledgeable staff
PM
PegM
San Francisco
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience4
We have always loved going to the Bistro, but were disappointed this time. We ordered fish tacos and we couldn't find much fish in the dish-very small portions. One taco literally had less than a forkful of fish. Yet the price was the same as usual - $19! Won't be going back. Not worth it.
n
napafood
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful experience, would recommend highly. Good service and menu.
Y
Yalek
San Francisco
186 reviews
vip
3.0
186 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience3
Orma, our server, is outstanding. All the staff are very nice. The food is good but the chef needs to do some editing on the dishes. The dishes have too many elements and a bit confusing on the favors and the main ingredient is lost in the dish. We started with ahi tuna, it is very good. Our entrees are seared scallops and the pasta, the tempura green beans are tasty but not work with the scallops. The avocado purée needs some acid to brighten up the scallops.
R
Richard
Tahoe
26 reviews
vip
4.0
26 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Food was excellent. Service was very good Not crowded Would definitely return
SO
SouthOC
Orange County
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent. We had the empanadas, a peach and strawberry salad, St. Louis ribs and the lamb burger. Server and owner were attentive. A very nice, very welcoming restaurant with good food and service. Would definitely go back.
HS
HarryS
San Francisco
26 reviews
vip
4.0
26 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience2
Normally a good place to eat. Unfortunately there were a group of women one of whom was very loud, making for an unpleasant meal.
L
Lizi
Cambridge
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very friendly helpful staff and delicious food. Great with children too x
OT
OpenTable Diner
Fort Lauderdale
10 reviews
vip
2.0
10 reviews
Dined on July 13, 2022
overall2food3service1ambience2
Very friendly until order was taken then ignored the rest of the time. Food was ready and sat on food station while server was busy chatting at bar until cook noticed us getting ancy
C
Coco
San Francisco
136 reviews
vip
4.0
136 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great selection of food, cocktails and wine. Tasty food and attentive service.
LB
LynneB
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
NVBistro is our favorite "go to" restaurant. Consistently delicious food, sufficient variety, reasonable prices (for Napa) for a restaurant of its caliber, superb service.
AJ
AngelaJ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The menu was wonderful and the service was fantastic. It was my friends birthday and they acknowledged him when he arrived and fussed over him all night including having the chef stop over at our table. It was a lovely place I would highly recommend for a celebration or just a night out.
DS
DianeS
San Francisco
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Service very good. Food was fine, but expected it to be better given the price point
LM
LesM
San Francisco
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We sat outside on the patio in front and it was a beautiful day. Cars going by were not much of a distraction, but I was aware. The food....Amazing. Started with Potato Leek Soup - excellent, Fried Calamari - loved it, then the Ahi Tuna from the Starter section of the menu. That was plenty of food and everything was perfect. Our waitress was a sweet as can be and got us everything we needed. I will definitely go again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Yorkshire
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 1, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Lovely relaxed bistro, i had dungeness crab linguine which was delicious.
A
Ailuckie
Hawaii
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on July 1, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
5pm reservations outdoor was very nice after driving back from Calistoga. We enjoyed the Mexican shrimp - Cajun ancho-chipotle sauce spicy and loved the tartness. Wanted to have more of it. We also ordered Wild mushroom flatbread which was quite good and crunchy. The flat iron steak was just so so for the price but overall we liked it.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous meal- scallops were great. Service was top notch- friendly and accommodating.
NS
NancyS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a lovely early dinner before a concert. Our server was courteous and very helpful. The food was delicious and reasonable for today’s prices!
o
owhy
San Francisco
152 reviews
vip
5.0
152 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Best Fish and Chips in town. Garden fries also good. Service excellent.
SM
ScottM
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and atmosphere for wine adventures. Great location for a mid-day lunch with a great menu for all
RH
RH2013
Toledo
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and amazing attentive service from Ericka! Thanks and we’ll be back!
DT
DesertThunderSky
New York Area
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 22, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
Went for happy hour and sat at the bar which was comfortable. The food tasted good and nice sized portion for happy hour “bites”.
RS
RhondaS
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The seared scallops are our favorite in addition to the pear, apple, strawberry salad finishing with the berry crumble.
LT
LisaT
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service was friendly and efficient. Love this place. Every time I go it’s consistent. Food is fresh and inspired.
c
chicklynickly
San Francisco
8 reviews
vip
2.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 15, 2022
overall2food2service4ambience5
Birthday dinner, low key. Drinks were slow. Empanada was good. The touted fettuccine with crab and shrimp in lemon alfredo sauce was bland. Hardly any lemon. Needed salt and zest. The crab was generous, however.
MM
MandyM
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food3service5ambience4
Great service! Food was a bit cold and soggy but overall it was a wonderful dining experience.
W
Walzyr
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place to have lunch. Our server, Omar, exceeded our expectations. Good wine and beer list, great lunch options. Will go back again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Richmond
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience3
Unfortunately have seen substantial decline in service and quality of experience over the last 6 months. This was one of my favorite spots in Napa and as a locals very disappointed to see the decline but will not be returning.
BC
BeverlyC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
My entree was exceptional but the calamari that I had for an appetizer was on the chewy side.
SO
ShellyO
New York Area
53 reviews
vip
4.0
53 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Friends gathering in Napa from across the country for a jazz festival. Overall a nice experience however astounded the waitress couldn’t break the check up for three couples after being asked prior to ordering. Additionally the music being piped in didn’t align with the ambiance.
CG
CourtneyG
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
An excellent dinner. Unique entrees. Fantastic desserts. I loved everything.
L
Linda
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had a great experience. Food was excellent, fast service and wonderful waitstaff.
O
Okapi
San Francisco
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Do yourself a favor and visit this lovely restaurant in Napa. The service is unmatched. The staff truly cares about your experience. The food is delicious with a nice selection of wine and desserts. Absolutely the best dining experience we had while in Napa. Highly recommend!
BP
BrookeP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great food! Service was pretty good. We came close to closing so it was quick
C
Claire
San Francisco
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is just the best place to eat in Napa. Collin is probably the best manager they have had, and chef Bernardo Ayala has been preparing fresh, beautiful and delicious food for years. And the wine selection is local and outstanding. We are loyal customers (10+ years). If you are visiting Napa, make a point of coming here and trying it out. There's plenty of seating, both indoors and out. Give it a try!
K
Kris
San Francisco
469 reviews
vip
5.0
469 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
NVB is a favorite lunch spot for me in downtown Napa, parking is a bit rough but the food and service is wonderful. I especially enjoy their take on french fries which includes green beans, carrots, brussel sprouts and other veggies with two sauces for dipping. I also appreciate that their tasty salads can be ordered as a half portion but with the same additions (chicken, crab, shrimp, etc.).
JS
JSNB1125
Montreal
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience3
In Napa you’re paying premium prices everywhere. The food here was great and moderately priced compared to surrounding places, but still not cheap! Unfortunately we had a poor service experience. When expectations are properly set, this might not affect an evening out, but when you are paying a premium poor service can affect everything. Our waiter never checked up on the food or for round 2 of drinks or really anything after taking our order. We just sat there. It was clear he realized he messed up in the end, but just avoided eye contact and hid in the kitchen instead of trying to end the experience on a high note.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Napa Valley Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (707) 666-2383.

Napa Valley Bistro is rated 4.6 stars by 1915 OpenTable diners.

Napa Valley Bistro does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Aug 8, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(707) 666-2383

975 Clinton St, Napa, CA 94559

Additional information

Cross street
Main Street
Neighborhood
Napa
Hours of operation
Tue 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Wed, Thu 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking is generally readily available, but we are also surrounded by several public parking lots that require no payment.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Bernardo Ayala
Entertainment
Join us every Tuesday through Friday from 3:00-6:00 for Happy Hour at our bar. Enjoy small plates and drink specials with your friends and co-workers!
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.napavalleybistro.com/
Phone number
(707) 666-2383
Catering
Between your vision and our Chef"s culinary creativity, we can help make your event a tasty one. Please call us for details about our catering options.

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card

Napa Valley Bistro

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Gift card

Let's be Happy

Scallops

Fish 'N' Chips

Fresh Dungeness Crab Skillet

Starters

House Made Soup Of The Day

Healthy Garden Fries$16.00

Buttermilk Battered Calamari$17.00

Wild Mushroom Flatbread$18.00

Pacific White Seabass Cakes$18.00

Petaluma Chicken Empanadas$18.00

Ahi Tuna$18.00

Cajun Wild Mexican Shrimp$19.00

Greens

Fresh Dungeness Crab Louie

Bartlett Pear, Apple, & Local Strawberry$17.00

Bistro Chopped Salad

Classic Caesar

Chinese Chicken

Main

Pan Seared Sea Scallops$38.00

Blue Corn Tortilla Encrusted Alaskan Halibut$38.00

Grass Fed Filet Mignon$42.00

Kobe Flat Iron Steak$39.00

Dungeness Crab & Wild Mexican Prawns, Seafood Fettuccini$37.00

Spring Vegetable Risotto$27.00

Farfalle Pasta$25.00

Classics

Niman Ranch St. Louis Style Ribs$29.00

Fish ‘n’ Chips$24.00

Mac ‘n’ Cheese ‘n’ Applewood Bacon$23.00

Fallon Hills Lamb Burger$20.00

On the Side

Cheddar Mashed Potatoes$8.00

Grilled Delta Asparagus with Ancho-Lime Aioli$9.00

Jalapeño Cornbread$8.00

Garlic & Parmesan Fries$10.00

Ozzy’s Fries - Feta, Chili Garlic Sauce$10.00

Sweet Potato Fries$9.00

Mac ‘n’ Cheese$10.00

Fries$8.00

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