PRESS

Name: PRESS
Address: 587 St. Helena Hwy (Hwy 29), St. Helena, CA, United States, 94574
Telephone: (707) 967-0550
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6

2676 Reviews

$50 and over

American

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PRESS Restaurant puts the Napa Valley on a pedestal — the people, the ingredients, and the wines. For 15 years, PRESS has been a place for locals, winemakers, vintners, and guests from around the world to experience the best the Napa Valley has to offer — it’s this sense of community that is at the heart of everything PRESS does. Under the leadership of Chef Philip Tessier, PRESS features legendary Bay Area purveyors alongside innovative new culinary talents to highlight Napa Valley cuisine. The Culinary Team draws inspiration from around the globe while staying rooted in the style and ingredients that make the Napa Valley so special. The award-winning all Napa Valley wine list is the largest collection of Napa Valley wines in the world, and offers guests a glimpse into Napa Valley history with vintages going back to the early 1960’s.

COVID-19 UPDATE: We ask that you wear a protective mask when you arrive, and also when not seated at your table to ensure everyone's safety.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Californian
Hours of operation
Lunch Fri–Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(707) 967-0550
Website
http://www.pressnapavalley.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Philip Tessier

Location
587 St. Helena Hwy (Hwy 29), St. Helena, CA 94574
Neighborhood
St. Helena
Cross street
Inglewood
Parking details
Self Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Benton's Bacon Griddled Cornbread$10.00
black truffle butter
Kusshi Oysters$24.00
cucumber, calamansi, whipped horseradish
Meadowood Farm's Greens$16.00
garden vegetables, toasted rye, herb dressing
Dungeness Crab Bisque$17.00
pickled apple, oxalis blossoms
Sweet & Sour Pig Ears$16.00
espelette glaze, cilantro
Fennel Sausage$15.00
preserved cabbage, mustard seed
Salt-Baked Oxheart Carrot$16.00
duck confit
Gold Ball Turnip Barigoule$15.00
globe artichokes, satsuma mandarin
Ricotta Gnudi$19.00
black winter truffle, madeira jus
Duck Fat Potato$15.00
raclette, flowering broccoli
Dungeness Crab$19.00
glass noodle, fermented shiitake
Eye of Ribeye$69.00
brussels sprouts, enoki mushroom, sauce béarnaise
Braised Beef Short Rib$47.00
shaved daikon, jasmine rice, thai basil, lemongrass jus
Roasted Chicken$39.00
sunflower seed, sunchoke, meyer lemon condiment
Pan-Seared Scallops$44.00
carmelized parsnips, garden kale, sauce amandine

Desserts

Chocolate Gâteau$13.00
passion fruit ganache, devil's food cake, candied cocoa nibs
Pavlova$13.00
meyer lemon curd, toasted pistachio, pink grapefruit
Warm Apple Tatin$13.00
fromage blanc, sablé breton, lucy glo apple
Chocolate Profiterole$13.00
whipped hazelnut ganache, satsuma mandarin

What 2,676 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6

4.6 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

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2,676 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2021
overall2food2service2ambience4
The service made our table of 4 feel like a second tier customer, as the “vip” table next to us - armed to the teeth with 4+ servers - overpowered anything we needed (including things as simple as a refill of iced tea, etc). When our table actually got service, we were greeted by nearly cold steaks, oysters with broken shell in them, and coffee that took 13 minutes (timed on an iPhone) to brew. Aside from the inadequate temperature of the $65 NY Strip Steak, the food was decent. The service however was better at a suburban Olive Garden or Cheesecake Factory - far below anything remotely expected for Napa. Total disappointment & unfortunate considering I was scoping out spots to host a major corporate event here now that COVID is ‘over’.
3 people found this helpful
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Mark
Houston
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 31, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience5
Its been a year plus since our last visit as we are from out of town. We were initially drawn to Press due to a review touting their bacon appetizer. We enjoyed our experience back in January 2020 under the prior menu/chef. This visit was not what we expected due to menu and chef changes. No bacon appetizer and a different menu. We were expecting the prior steak house experience. The food was good. We visit annually and try to include a dinner at Press. With all the area choices and given the changes, this was most likely our last visit.
3 people found this helpful
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LovelyinParadize
Los Angeles
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
So good!! No complaints. Lobster and beef fat potato are amazing!!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 24, 2021
overall3food3service2ambience3
Service was extremely slow and the restaurant was barely full. We ordered steaks that I would say we’re mediocre at best. We have definitely had our fair share of really nice restaurants and honestly this one we were looking forward to and honestly did disappoint. I’m sad about that as we had heard some great things. The party next to us also had some issues with their meal. Anyways the apps were good but again I think Napa has some other best choices.
3 people found this helpful
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joanbelt
San Francisco
5 reviews
1.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2021
overall1food2service2ambience2
This was the most over priced and under valued dinner we have ever had. We have been to a wide variety of places all over the world, and never have we felt more ripped off with this experience. The food wasn’t that great, in fact the asparagus side was horrendous with the mixture they used for sauce. The portions, for what you paid for these plates ($48 for a small chicken breast) was completely over rated. We will never go there again and have advised all of our family and friends, who travel up to St Helena, to stay away.
5 people found this helpful
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MaryO
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and experience, highly recommend PRESS!
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KFlan
Orange County
7 reviews
vip
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2021
overall2food2service4ambience4
We were very much looking forward to my birthday dinner at PRES; however, the experience was very underwhelming. We anticipated a steak house with an upscaled menu to align with such, rather it was a very short menu, with limited options. The scallops my husband ordered were small and unsatisfying. The chicken I ordered came out pink, luke- warm, and under cooked. We sent it back, and I was too adverse to it following, so I barely touched the replacement chicken, yet they still charged us for the meal. The wine menu was quite lengthy, yet the Sommlier was pretentiuous in his manner with us. In speaking with others during our visit to Napa Valley, the locals are also not favorable to PRESS with its current menu and format, are are nor recommending visitors to dine there.
2 people found this helpful
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LisaB
Salt Lake City
60 reviews
vip
3.0
60 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2021
overall3food3service4ambience4
Wine service was great. Food service was ‘just okay.’ Food tried to be creative but we all felt missed the mark. I had to send back my ‘teeny tiny lobster’ dish due to being overcooked and chewy, $64!!! They were very good about getting scallops out as a replacement very quickly. All four of us in our party agreed we would not return or recommend. Overpriced, under delivered....Disappointing...
2 people found this helpful
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LisaM
San Francisco
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2021
overall5food4service5ambience5
Service was outstanding. Our meals were delicious. We enjoyed sitting on the outdoor patio.
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Bacall
Orange County
26 reviews
vip
3.0
26 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2021
overall3food3service4ambience3
We were really looking forward to dining at Press, we have passed by so many times over the years. Our seating was quick and very comfortable outside. We ordered two bottles of wine and cocktails and then waited 20 minutes before they came. I have also not ever had the sommelier open the wine out of site! The menu was really unique and eclectic and very good although the two steaks ordered were sent back to be cooked to order. All in all we chalked up our experience to COVID and restaurants still getting back into the swing of things. Our waiter was great and apologized for the things that went wrong. If I could I would give a 3 star plus.
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F1234
Phoenix
8 reviews
vip
2.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2021
overall2food2service1ambience3
Service was slow and unresponsive. Food was cold. Disappointed. The managers tried to overcome but too little to late. Look for other dining options.
1 person found this helpful
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2021
overall3food5service5ambience2
Food was exceptional. The ambiance was very outdated and the cocktail program was meh.
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AlondraG
Orange County
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2021
overall2food2service1ambience3
Dinner was ok. Expect more when I am paying $40-50 a plate. Took over 30 min to take our order. Knifes were dull and when we let the waiters know, they agreed and said it was a known problem.
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RobertC
Dallas
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
The menu is varied and has things for everyone. The wine list is spectacular!! Attentive service! I highly recommend.
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GoingDownhill
San Francisco
22 reviews
vip
1.0
22 reviews
Dined on April 20, 2021
overall1food1service1ambience3
Really don’t like to criticize places during the pandemic but this was really bad. Forgot side dishes and coffee. Entrees took very long as in almost an hour to arrive after appetizers. Tomahawk steak was not cooked even close to properly but sending it back at that point was not an option. We dine at a lot of wonderful restaurants in Napa; this was not one of them
1 person found this helpful
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
16 reviews
vip
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on April 19, 2021
overall3food4service1ambience4
The waiter was horrible. He acted more as if we were a bother to him rather remembering we were customers. At the end he gave us the bill for another table that was 1.5 times greater then ours and when I brought this to his attention his words were “oh ok”.
1 person found this helpful
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OpenTable Diner
Columbus
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 18, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous food and service! Each dish was delicious
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ambiance is warm, trendy and relaxing. We sat outside it was very well heated by a beautiful fire place, very cozy. We were welcomed immediately by such friendly staff. The service was on point and Eric our server just was outstanding! The food was fantastic as were the cocktails and the wine! Wine list is very impressive. This has been our favorite restaurant by far in Napa! Can’t wait to go back! Recommend the oysters, snapper, octopus, tomahawk (prochini hollandaise was incredible), scallops and the pavlova is a must!
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robinoc
Los Angeles
56 reviews
vip
3.0
56 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2021
overall3food3service5ambience2
This was our second time to Press as we loved it the first time a few years back. Without all the people creating an upbeat vibe, the drab decor was more noticeable this time. They really need to add some flowers and candles to create a better ambiance. While the service was top notch, some of the dishes were underwhelming. We ordered a salad to share that seemed like it was split 4 ways as we only had a few leaves. It was to a point of being a bit ridiculous. I ordered the smoked swordfish that our waiter recommended. It didn’t taste smoked at all, and came only warm, and seemed undercooked and a bit rubbery. The sauce was at least tasty. Desserts were just okay and menu a bit limited. I think they are trying too hard to perhaps have an eclectic menu.
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JamesH
San Francisco
76 reviews
vip
5.0
76 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food & service continue to exceed all others!
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OpenTable Diner
Austin
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2021
overall5food5service4ambience4
We loved Press. Best Chicken I have eaten. The swordfish was delicious as well. Their Sommeliers were amazing help with their very impressive wine list.
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MarkW
Los Angeles
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 12, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome food. Don’t miss the corn bread, ridiculously good. Outstanding wine list with a friendly knowledgeable sommelier.
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Pignut
Central Coast
30 reviews
vip
4.0
30 reviews
Dined on April 11, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience4
Absolutely one of my favorite restaurants. My husband and I were offered bar seating which is our favorite option wherever we dine. The staff was so welcoming and accommodating in everyway. Adam, our server and bartender, was the best! All his suggestion from the menu was spot on. The sommelier was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. I can't wait to return - our finest meal in a year.
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JeffreyK
Orange County
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2021
overall3food3service4ambience4
Honestly was NOT impressed by Press. New menu and expensive food that was NOT worth the price. Sadly, we won’t be back anytime soon
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MonicaI
Los Angeles
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Family dinner which was superb. Press delivered in every aspect. Will definitely come back!
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AniqueV
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 8, 2021
overall5food4service5ambience5
Amazing food, beautiful presentation! Definitely recommend sitting outside, the patio is beautiful and felt private.
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foodiedrg
San Francisco
9 reviews
vip
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2021
overall3food4service5ambience3
They don't have the souffles anymore! Also, his sounds silly but the dishes and glasses look like they came from my kitchen - they feel a bit....cheap. The food was excellent but heavy (no vegetarian or fish options). And it's quite expensive. The service was excellent.
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OpenTable Diner
Coastal Georgia
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 6, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything this phenomenal and the server, Salvador, was so personable. Highly recommend going back to
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Outandabout
San Francisco
29 reviews
vip
4.0
29 reviews
Dined on April 4, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience5
Extensive! wine list. not all ridiculously expensive. Pigs ears were fun and different. We had the Tomahawk steak. Was done as ordered. Service was very good and not obtrusive. The heaters outside worked really well. Kept us warm
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S7018372
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 4, 2021
overall4food4service5ambience5
Very accommodating and friendly staff. Thank you!!
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BradT
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 4, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
A perfect meal. Inventive menu masterfully executed. Great service. Comfortable setting. We’ll be back!
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Nicolas
Miami
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great evening, great wines , amazing food it all was exceptional, thank you!
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AimeeT
Las Vegas
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Bacon cornbread was awesome, as was steak, potato, etc. Great service, per usual!
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DEbbieI
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a wonderful time here with friends for my husband's birthday.
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DrBob
Houston
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Press’ menu prior to COVID-19 was filled with good, solid American cuisine, prepared to perfection. Presently, the menu has items that might be offered at nearby more experimental establishments. Our food was fabulous and unusual. Even if you can’t find something to like on the menu, ask for cheese and bread and the wine list. They have the most complete collection of Napa wines anywhere on Earth.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 31, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing. Wild that this place doesn’t have a star. The service is impeccable and the food is the perfect mix of elegance and comfort.
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ARinNapa
San Francisco
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 31, 2021
overall3food3service5ambience4
My husband and I have frequented Press many times in the past and we have always thoroughly enjoyed the food and overall dining experience. This time, however, was different. I understand the need for a scaled down menu due to COVID restrictions but it was difficult to choose among mediocre and boring choices. My husband chose the $65 NY Strip steak which looked more like a filet mignon. Even more disappointing than the size was the huge strip of grisle running through the steak. I feel like we can purchase a superior cut of meat from our local Brown's Valley Market for half that price. Again, I understand the need for the scaled down menu but leave some favorites on the menu...truffle mac n cheese perhaps?
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Epoyea
Houston
23 reviews
2.0
23 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2021
overall2food3service1ambience2
So to be painfully honest, this is no longer one of our favorite Napa/St. Helena restaurants and it was fabulous in its former iteration... steakhouse. We were excited to book a table here and bring friends whom had never been. Sadly, the service was really quite bad - the server forgot to put in our appetizer order multiple times and not until we brought it to the manager's attention (after bringing it to the server's attention multiple times) did we finally receive the item. I also requested they slow service for the rest of the meal items...which did not happen. They all came out together. Additionally, the steak options on the menu were terrible quality and exorbitantly priced. I don't mind paying for a good steak... but all of our steaks were extremely fatty (beyond any acceptable amount) and cooked incorrectly. The few bright spots were the duck fat potatoes, ricotta gnudi and the desserts.... Press... go back to what you use to do exceptionally well - steaks and yummy side items!
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Natalie
San Diego
35 reviews
vip
1.0
35 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2021
overall1food1service1ambience5
The menu had completely changed. The portions were extremely small for the price. Food was very ordinary and there weren't many options. The waiter gave us the bill and never returned. A different server had to help us with the bill. Very very disappointed because we used to go there all the time. Will not be returning.
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GriffinB
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 27, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Definitely one of the best overall meals I’ve had, and I’ve had a lot of exceptional experiences. Would 100% return, my biggest conflict would be what to experience a second time, and what new things to try.
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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

FAQs

PRESS offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (707) 967-0550.

PRESS is rated 4.6 stars by 2676 OpenTable diners.

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587 St. Helena Hwy (Hwy 29), St. Helena, CA 94574

Additional information

Cross street
Inglewood
Neighborhood
St. Helena
Hours of operation
Lunch Fri–Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Californian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Self Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Philip Tessier
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.pressnapavalley.com/
Phone number
(707) 967-0550

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Kusshi Oysters

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Main

Benton's Bacon Griddled Cornbread$10.00

Kusshi Oysters$24.00

Meadowood Farm's Greens$16.00

Dungeness Crab Bisque$17.00

Sweet & Sour Pig Ears$16.00

Fennel Sausage$15.00

Salt-Baked Oxheart Carrot$16.00

Gold Ball Turnip Barigoule$15.00

Ricotta Gnudi$19.00

Duck Fat Potato$15.00

Dungeness Crab$19.00

Eye of Ribeye$69.00

Braised Beef Short Rib$47.00

Roasted Chicken$39.00

Pan-Seared Scallops$44.00

Desserts

Chocolate Gâteau$13.00

Pavlova$13.00

Warm Apple Tatin$13.00

Chocolate Profiterole$13.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

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