Christina Julian
If eating and drinking were a sport, Christina would be an Olympic athlete. This, in part, explains why she left LA and a career in advertising to sip, savor, and swirl for a living. She vowed early on to never use the word “mouthfeel” and “luscious” when talking about wine—a lifestyle choice that has earned her much criticism. Her work has appeared in the Wine Enthusiast, Los Angeles Times, San Francisco Chronicle, and The Washington Post. Her debut novel, The Dating Bender, is exactly what it sounds like and is best enjoyed with a luscious glass of wine in hand. Her dream job is to redesign the food pyramid, with generously iced cupcakes at the tip.
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Bella Bakery
It's hard to walk by Bella Bakery in Calistoga and not stop for a morning bun or panini.
Cafe Sarafornia
Cafe Sarafornia is a casual diner in Calistoga where you should get a big plate of pancakes.
North Block Restaurant
If you need a break from fancy dinner restaurants in Yountville, North Block is a more casual spot for pizza and cocktails.
Lincoln Avenue Brewery
Watch a sports game or listen to live music at Lincoln Avenue Brewery in Calistoga.
The Best Restaurants In Napa
Kettle chips smothered in blue cheese sauce, a "modern tiki bar," fresh tagliatelle, and other things we love to eat.
The Best Restaurants In St. Helena
A classic small-town diner, a bacon Bloody Mary, the restaurant with the largest collection of Napa Valley wines in the world, and more.
Tacos El Muchacho Alegre
Either order a bunch of tacos at Tacos El Muchacho Alegre in Napa or ask for the very popular off-menu torta ahogada.
Wilfred’s Lounge
Wilfred’s Lounge in Napa is a "modern tiki bar" with strong cocktails and spam sliders.
Norman Rose Tavern
Norman Rose Tavern in Napa is somewhere between a sports bar and a wine bar in the best way possible.
Goose & Gander
If you only have the time for one burger while you’re in Napa Valley, make it the one from G&G.
Tarla Mediterranean Bar + Grill
Tarla is a Mediterranean restaurant with a relaxing patio and a great Happy Hour.
Market
Market is the casual spot for drinks and the "very adult mac and cheese" after the tasting rooms close.
Oxbow Public Market
Oxbow Public Market has more than 20 food stalls, but be sure to get a reuben from Loveski Deli and Hog Island oysters.
Los Agaves
Los Agaves is a buzzy Mexican restaurant in Napa where you might end up drinking margaritas and eating ceviche all night.
Azzurro Pizzeria e Enoteca
Head Azzurro Pizzeria e Enoteca in Napa for a wedge salad and a seasonal pizza.
Press
Press has the largest collection of Napa Valley wines in the world and is the perfect spot for a celebratory meal.
Bounty Hunter Wine Bar & Smokin' BBQ
Bounty Hunter Wine Bar & Smokin' BBQ is the best place for wine, whiskey, and lots of meat with a group.
Auberge du Soleil
It's tough to top the balcony at Auberge du Soleil, which has some of the best views in Napa Valley.