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Morimoto Asia - Napa, Napa, CA

Morimoto Asia - Napa

4.3
4.3
237 Reviews
$50 and over
Asian
Chef Masaharu Morimoto has created a bridge between the culinary traditions of his native Japan and the American palate, bringing intense excitement, exquisite technique, and perfectly balanced flavors to thousands of diners throughout the world.

Morimoto has received numerous accolades for his cuisine and aesthetic, including several appearances on San Pellegrino’s “Top 100 Restaurants in the World” list, a James Beard Foundation Award for “Outstanding Restaurant Design” for Morimoto New York, and in 2010, Morimoto Napa was named one of Food & Wine magazine’s “Best U.S. Restaurant Openings.”


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2 people

11:00 PM


Booked 40 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Asian

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Thu–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (707) 699-1737

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Neighborhood

    Napa

  • Cross street

    Corner of Main St. and 3rd

  • Parking details

    None

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 237 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Asian

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  1. Evie

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    We felt rushed as the orange chicken entree arrived while we were in the middle of the dim sum sampler. About 5 minutes later the shrimp and scallop chili entree was delivered even though we had pointed out that we weren’t ready yet. As a result the orange chicken was not hot enough when I started eating it. In addition the chicken was quite dry and not up to expectation. On the other hand, the shrimps and scallops were perfectly cooked and succulent. Our experience was mediocre and we’ll likely not return as there are so many other choices. (BTW, we are locals)

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  2. Beth

    Indiana

    43 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    43 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    Had three entrees and all were a little lacking in salt. Bland which was very surprising considering we ate at the original Morimotos the day before.

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  3. Silveradoshb

    Chicago

    65 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    65 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our second visit and it was just as outstanding as the first time! Great food, service is excellent and quiet ambiance. Loved it so much we're going back with friends in 2 weeks.

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  4. Dgsss

    San Francisco

    49 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    Morimoto,s name can't help this establishment. The location is nice, right on the river. Outside seating great on a warm day. The staff is pleasant and efficient but thats where it ends.....The food service is very slow with only two other occupied tables in the house. The drink service worse. Menu selection is somewhat limited. We were told selections would feed at least two people family style. If that second or third person is hungry order more...as the portions in general are not that large especially for the price point. We did not expect to pay $72 for lobster pad thai that was gummy and over cooked. It was very hard to find any crab in the crab rangoon. It was a cream cheese filled wonton period. No flavor. There are too many other restaurants that are much better in this area. We are local not tourists and will not return to this place again. Hopefully they have room to improve before they have to close due to lack of interest in overpriced underwhelming food.

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  5. MeganG

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Very good food and service - all of the dim sum offerings are delicious.

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  6. Mitchgirl

    San Francisco

    46 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    They handled a BottleRock situation with class and poise. The food was a solid 4 stars and the service a 5. I can’t wait to try during non BottleRock times.

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  7. JessicaV

    Tahoe

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Great food, delicious cocktails, and fun ambience. We wandered in for their special late night menu during BottleRock, and were shocked to be seated right away. The staff was hustling big time but we felt welcomed and experienced friendly and attentive service despite the post-festival chaos. Major props to these guys! Went back later in the weekend for a more traditional brunch and the energy was much more mellow and the service not quite as genuine, but the food was top-notch. We loved every item we ordered, and we ordered A LOT. Definitely worth a visit!

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  8. ChadH

    Washington DC

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Excellent experience - food, service, etc. We did have one hiccup where one member of our party of 3 didn't get there food and we had to wait 20 minutes for it. That said, they removed the charge and attempted to rectify the mistake. In the end, we were satisfied with their willingness to acknowledge the mistake. We would go again.

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  9. Winelady

    San Francisco

    26 reviews

    3.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience4
    Stopped in for my birthday dinner. We enjoyed the atmosphere and the food was delicious. We had the Duck, the Black Pepper Beef and the house rice. All good. We also enjoyed their cocktails.

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  10. janeg

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    Food was not good. Waiter was a flake. Did not bring one dish at all and although he was to bring tamari to me as I gluten free. He forgot. Would never go back

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  11. MyraC

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    Not sure I would recommend this place, its not like the morimoto I love and know.

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  12. jessew

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    First time at this restaurant. Food was very good. It’s expensive like the one down the road, but very good overall. Service was good. We were seated in a corner close to the courthouse and wished we were closer to the river. Dim sum, sashimi trio, basil rice, mochi dessert. Morimoto ocha was delicious. As locals we have seen this building become a few different eateries since it opens. Let’s hope this one sticks! Thanks!

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  13. VeronicaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food was amazing!!! So fresh and tasty. We had the sampler on the appetizers and it was all good

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  14. Emmi

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    It is a great place but I was really craving their chili chili chicken and they changed it. It is now bone in chicken and not nearly as spicy as it used to be :( sad I can’t order that again.

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  15. SteveW

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Overall excellent. Great mix of Japanese, Korean and Chinese flavors and cuisine. We sat in bar area. Despite high customer noise we could easily have a conversation. Staff was very attentive, food was brought out in the order we requested with space between apps and main. Even comped us some drinks when our order was delayed. Decor was a little cheesy without being insulting.

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  16. Anson

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious. All we had was dim sum and everything was excellent.

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  17. LaurenS

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent. Food was amazing, portions were large, service was great

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  18. Cynthia

    San Francisco

    61 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    The dim sum was absolutely delicious! But the cart service was awful. Carts rarely emerged from the kitchen. When they finally did, the person pushing the cart would serve one table and run back to the kitchen. We had to run after them because we saw they had what we wanted on the cart but they were leaving, and then they acted surprised that we wanted something from their cart. They really need to be trained to go to every table in a sequence; I think they don’t understand the idea of the dim sum cart at all. Maybe e they need to visit a dim sum place in the city to see how to do it. It was very frustrating. Fortunately, our waitress was excellent and saved the day by getting plates of dim sum and carrying them to our table. I hope the restaurant fixes the problem because the dim sum was delicious and I would go back again if it was easier to get food. It is in their interest to serve more quickly because people would take more food and spend more. I hope Chef Morimoto or someone higher up reads this review and takes action.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Food is mediocre. We tried the dim sum that was served on weekends. It’s mediocre compared to other Chinese restaurants. Food was cold and not all items on menu were available. Flavor was just ok. The price is 3x or 4x other dim sum restaurants. Reservation process, service and ambiance were good.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were celebrating a special occasion, and the staff made wonderful recommendations. The sticky ribs are such a succulent bite, tender, sticky, and crispy all in one. The pork gyoza are packed with flavor and pan-fried perfection. The red miso black cod is moist and tender with subtle flavors. The thai basil rice knocked my husband out in the best way and he loves the spice level and flavors. Dessert was their 5 spice ice cream and a dreamy way to end the day. The wines by the glass choices are on point. The staff is exceptional, both professional, thoughtful, and relaxed. Thanks for a perfect day on the pup-friendly patio!

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  21. ArthurT

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience3
    Very good food but service needs to improve .I think more staff training is necessary.

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  22. JustLoveEating

    San Francisco

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have been waiting a bit to go check this one out. Good food, good service. Would go back.

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  23. Noni

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    For the price, servers should box leftovers not give customers a box to do it like Denny’s

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  24. Richard

    San Francisco

    58 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    This was our third visit to the restaurant. Service remains an issue. Staff brings food to the table without removing previously finished servings. Food is inconsistent, from good to fair. Our group think the concept is muddled. Japanese, Korean, Chinese require different skills and cooking techniques. None have been perfected. Chef Morimoto needs to fine-tune the concept and menu. We have decided not to return for the foreseeable future.

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  25. JWM21

    San Francisco

    82 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    82 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Food was good and some of the best shu mai I've ever had. Our waiter was friendly and very attentive. We saw him waiting on tables, mixing drinks as well as bussing tables so he was really working. Would definitely go back.

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  26. VidyaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very calm and relaxing dining environment. The server was very friendly and professional.

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  27. RoyY

    San Francisco

    67 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    Wonderful flavors and beautiful presentation. Service is lacking and prices are very high, but that should be expected at a celebrity chefs restaurant in Napa valley.

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  28. NapaValleyDiner

    San Francisco

    43 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    This was our second time dining here, and the results where the same for us. Just ok wine list, appetizers are good, the dim sum just ok, but we have not found any entrees we enjoy. The Miso Cod was not good, the flavor was very odd. The Scallop and Shrimp was too oily like a couple of the dished we had last time. We were excited to see this concept open, but he food has disappointed twice so I don't think we will be back for dinner. Maybe dim sum brunch or appetizers at the bar, but not a full sit down.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the most delightful and delicious experience at Morimoto Asia. The service was wonderful. The food was excellent. Great easy vibe. So far the best food we’ve had in Napa on our trip.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Loved morimoto and have been many times and wanted to try! Did not find the food we ordered great but we will probably not go back

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Love this place. They changed my favorite dish and I found out when I got it. Super disappointed. A heads up would have been nice. “Chili Chili Chicken is now served on the bone” I would have happily made another choice. Did not get the opportunity.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    Food was a bit disappointing, especially for the price and compared to Morimotos other restaurants

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  33. MargaretM

    San Francisco

    115 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    115 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    Everything started off well, but while the service is friendly, I would say it in uneven. Waiting for cocktails to arrive seemed excruciatingly long. Our waitress didn’t seem to check in or check back, although she was friendly when she did interact with us. The food is okay, but I wouldn’t say it is was special in anyway. I really want to like it but probably won’t come back very often as a local, and judging by the crowds, it probably won’t matter. Not sure local clientele is important to the Morimoto franchise.

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  34. Joanf

    San Francisco

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service was friendly and very attentive!! Quick service and we’re okay with our leisurely pace. Loved it!! Second time and very good both times

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  35. BillG

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
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  36. jojo

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the Hot Pot and the Whole Fried Fish, along with some appetizers and sides. Everything was delicious!

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  37. Locals

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    First time & was expecting to love this restaurant. It was a good experience but nothing special.

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  38. JoeC

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Had a nice time. Although it felt more of a hustle and bustle place vs a nice place to have a romantic meal. The price is more reflective of a more intimate meal however the seating we were given (tables for 2) were more reflective of a diner. A little more spacing is ideal.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    1st time at this establishment. Overall a good experience, however prices were a bit on the high side.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrated my parents 50th wedding anniversary and it was beautiful. Food was outstanding!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily

FAQs

Morimoto Asia - Napa is rated 4.3 stars by 237 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

11:00 PM


Booked 40 times today
Google Map for Morimoto Asia - Napa

790 Main St, Napa, CA 94559-3380

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Corner of Main St. and 3rd

  • Neighborhood

    Napa

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Thu–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Asian

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    None

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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