I wanted to let you know about the wonderful experience my friends and I received at your restaurant the other weekend. We chose Napa for my birthday dinner and it was such a delight.

We had reservations and naturally, there were several members of the party that were running a few minutes late. We early arrivers decided to wait and have a drink at the bar while the others were arriving. While there, John was a gracious bartender and so attentive. He brought out a lovely cheese plate. I mentioned that we had not ordered the cheese plate and he stated that it was complimentary. Minutes later, he brought out an oyster plate. I asked him if he knew that we were dining because of my birthday and he replied, "No." I told him how appreciative and thankful we were even without knowing it was my special night.

What great service! I simply want to applaud your staff for a fantastic evening. The dinner after our bar experience went just as well.

Mesha W.

First time at Napa. I sat at the bar for a glass of wine and to take out. Service was great from the beginning. The menu is limited which is a good thing - that means they can concentrate on the items listed without trying to be all things to all people. They offer small plates including some very nice looking oysters served in individual white porcelain cups. All of the plates I saw coming out of the kitchen were nicely presented. In addition, they have large plates ranging in price from $17 to $24. I chose one of the large plate selections - Poulet Rouge with roasted root vegetables.

So I will interject this: I take out a lot. Some restaurants do a good job and others don't get it. What really bugs me is a nice restaurant putting the entree in a too-large container. The food looks skimpy and it sloshes around on the way home.

The Poulet Rouge was absolutely the BEST take out meal I've enjoyed lately (and perfectly packaged in recyclable cartons.) The chicken was cooked well done. The entire outside was very crispy but the inside was not compromised. And the vegetables...... ah! I seek decent vegetables at restaurants and Napa has won my award. Perfectly cooked sweet potato, cauliflower and broccoli rabe (I know, not a root vegetable but it fit in the mix.)

I recommend Napa for sure! It's pricey but my first impression was great. Oh and by the way, as I stood to leave, the bartender apologized for not having the time to get to know me because it was busy.... that was pretty cool. I'll be back

Lucinda L.

From the beginning, I have heard nothing but praise for this place. Several friends had already gone and been inordinately pleased. One of them even ordered off-menu and was thrilled with his experience, so my expectations were high. I was not dissapointed.

From the moment we walked in the door, we were treated as invited guests. The entire staff was warm, attentive and cooperative, our server was clever, well-informed, and charming; the surroundings were beautiful and simple. We never felt rushed, though we were almost the last customers to leave. We lingered, savored slowly and absorbed the evening.

The food was perfect. The most beautiful oysters I've ever seen. The baby beet salad was perfectly balanced, lacking nothing, and the roasted mushrooms in the tagliatelle were heavenly. The hangar steak was almost pretty enough to tempt this vegetarian to cross over to the dark side... almost.

Although we could not find room for dessert, they all sounded wonderful, and I am sure we will have plenty of opportunity to indulge in future visits. The manager dropped by to make sure that our experience was wonderful, spending a few moments making us feel welcome, asking for feedback and suggestions. I suspect this will become a regular "after-work wine and friends" local. It just feels good.

On a side note, I decided to save some for lunch today, had it boxed and, of course, left it on the table. When we were half-way home, I actually turned around for it. To my delight, they saved it for me. And I'm so glad. It was delicious. :)

Jessica S.

5-7 happy hour Monday - Friday

What time was my reservation? 7pm. What time did my friends arrive? After 7pm. Sooooo, with that being said, I missed the happy hour that I wish I had known existed! Next time though... next time... yes, I would recommend dining at Napa again. The venue was cute and I liked the nice touches throughout the restaurant and decor. They have copper mugs for the water. Very cute. Call me simple but I like that. LOL. It reminded me of how some places make moscow mules in copper mugs.

Anyway, they were hosting a community group in the bar and patio area so it was really loud in the back where we were seated initially, but they accommodated our request and moved us to the front room which blocked out most of the noise. If you read this review and still don't order the Clam Linguini, shame on you. It was absolutely delicious! It wasn't heavy like pasta dishes can be and it was perfectly prepared and seasoned. I remember reading on the menu that there was sausage in it but let me tell you... it's house-made sausage and I would have the chef over to make it at MY house anytime. It was that good! True story, one of my friends had already eaten dinner before meeting us (don't ask me why!) and after just one bite of my food she straight up asked for an order of her own. Yup, she kept on eating (well she had half of it boxed to go) but still. My point is that it was yummy! Two thumbs up for Napa.

Alfredo D.