If a walk in a vineyard is not on your 'to-do' list, add it immediately. Vintner's tours are amazing. Take a walk through Napa's fine vineyards, barrel-tasting sessions and exceptional views. 18 fantastic wineries charter space at Vintner's Collective, so don't miss their spring and summer tours. If you want to cut to the chase and just sip on wine, then go for their wine tasting sessions. And these sessions own names too—try The Pfeiffer Tasting, The Luxe Tasting or the Intermediate. With 18 wineries all around, this place will definitely leave you happy.
The Carpe Diem Wine Bar serves delicious local Californian cuisine paired with a variety of the finest wines from around the world. Established by three friends in June 2010, this venue has quickly become renowned as the go-to spot in Napa for local singles, friends, and anyone who enjoys a relaxed dining experience. Although the restaurant section of this establishment closes earlier, depending on the day, the bar remains open and active well into the night.
Enjoy nitrogen cocktails and lollipops that are truly bone chilling at Eikos. Essentially a Japanese restaurant, Eikos offers a range of signature dishes that attract the crowds. Spicy Edamame, House Made Gyozo, Dynamite Scallop Nigiri and Wagyu Steak Medallions are a must try at this venue. Locals love the classy ambience here, along with the late night dining on weekends. The sake list is extensive, attracting the diners. However, the star of the menu is the after-dinner list which features Duet Of Liquid Nitrogen Lollipop Ice Cream, Dragon Breath Popcorn and Mochi Ice Cream. Save some place for the Nitro Capirinha too.
Clif Family Winery is a family owned vineyard which offers up excellent wine tastings with artisan food pairings. Known mainly for their Clif Bar, an energy snack popular among cyclists, one can sample some of their best vintages such as Estate Zinfandel, Grenache, and of course, Cabernet Sauvignon, which is their specialty. Enjoy a glass with some spectacular views of the verdant vineyards when you visit here.
One of the more cleaner dive and sports bars in the Napa County, the Stone's Sports Bar & Lounge is located in a strip-mall location. It breaks the clutter with its flat-screen television screens and friendly service. Head over to the bar and chat up with Chris the bartender, who is known to make a rocking Bloody Mary. If you are feeling peckish, check with Stone's and they might let you order pizza from a nearby pizza place and eat at the bar.
As an ode to Sonoma's tourism past which featured eons of inns, the El Verano Inn is a local sports bar with a difference. The difference being, it also hosts a ton of entertainment nights ranging from decadent lingerie shows, pole dancing lessons, karaoke, game events and live bands. Existing since 1887, the El Verano Inn is flocked by both locals and tourists who have heard of this neighborhood gem and wish to immerse themselves in some local fun. For some nosh, vacillate between the bar and the taco food truck which makes a stop at the parking lot on weekends.
Flora Springs tasting room or usually referred to as 'The room' is the place where you sample the exquisite wines produced at the Flora Springs winery. Set in a modern and contemporary space, it is sure to impress you with the selection of wines it offers. You can sip on some fine wines while enjoying splendid views of the hills of Napa Valley from their rooftop lounge. Their courtyard picnic area fosters a festive vibe and is a great place to relax with your family and friends. Wine tasting for individuals as well as groups is offered.
The dining room is done up in a color that is like nothing so much as the most delicate tomato cream sauce. An apt choice for a restaurant that turns out a superior one over its al dente pasta, but there are other delights, too. Fresh seafood is prepared well here, whether grilled with lemon and rosemary or bathed in a rich sauce and stuffed into temptingly plump ravioli. For fresh air without UV rays, there is patio seating under umbrellas and quick, personable service indoors and out. The wine list is good with excellent California selections. Opens from Tuesday to Saturday from 11:30AM.
Clif Family Winery is a family owned vineyard which offers up excellent wine tastings with artisan food pairings. Known mainly for their Clif Bar, an energy snack popular among cyclists, one can sample some of their best vintages such as Estate Zinfandel, Grenache, and of course, Cabernet Sauvignon, which is their specialty. Enjoy a glass with some spectacular views of the verdant vineyards when you visit here.
Located on the second floor of Napa’s Andaz Hotel, this sophisticated outdoor lounge offers its guests an extensive menu of regionally inspired cocktails, craft beers and delicious local wines. Drinks can be accompanied with light bites, desserts or try their amazing Mac n Cheese or grass-fed beef burgers from the food menu. The place is spacious and has comfortable seating with large communal tables and fire pits. Guests can savor their favorite cocktails and wines, while enjoying the music of Andaz Artists.
Brasswood Cellars situated in the heart of St Helena is a winery featuring multiple tasting rooms as well as a guided tour of the facility. The exquisite wine produced here in small batches using locally grown grapes is quite popular amidst wine connoisseurs in the city. You can tour the beautiful Estate Vineyards and learn about their entire wine making process as you will uncover how the concoction came to be stored in large, elegant wooden casks where they are left for fermentation. Moreover, you can also learn the nuances of wine tasting in the Sensory Room at Brasswood Cellars under expert guidance during your visit here. Overall, if you already not an oenophile, this place will turn you into one.