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Bistro Don GiovannivsThe French Laundry
Both Bistro Don Giovanni and The French Laundry are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The French Laundry scores significantly higher than Bistro Don Giovanni. The French Laundry is ranked #1 in Napa Valley with positive reviews from 10 sources like Travel + Leisure, Forbes Travel Guide and Fodor's.
Bistro Don Giovanni
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4110 Howard Ln, Napa, CA 94558-1635
From $20/night
San Francisco Chronicle3.5
"The grounds, which overlook vineyards, include an expansive garden and beautifully designed fountain. Pastas and pizza shine, but so does anything from the grill or wood oven." Full review
Fodor's "At this boisterous bistro with a roadhouse feel you can peek past the copper pots hanging in the open kitchen to see the 750°F wood-burning oven." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"Located just off Highway 29, Bistro Don Giovanni can be easy to pass, but driving by would mean forgoing incredible Napa people-watching and superbly consistent Italian food." Full review
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If it's sunny, choose one of the rattan chairs on the peerless, postcard-perfect garden terrace.
goop "They’re known for classic Italian fare, with excellent homemade pasta—the fettucine Bolognese with duck ragu is a must-order. Ask to sit outside in the perfectly charming garden space." Full review
Lonely Planet "This long-running favorite roadhouse serves modern-Italian pastas, crispy pizzas and wood-roasted meats." Full review
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Request a vineyard-view table (good luck).
Where "This culinary institution near the southern end of the valley’s winery corridor offers the charm of a Mediterranean country bistro, with a shaded porch and such fare as house-made pasta entrees." Full review
Tasting Table "A reigning member of Downtown Napa's old restaurant guard, this lively Italian bistro is the kind of place you want to be a regular at." Full review
Zagat4.5
"its “excellent” food and “lengthy” wine list to the “lovely” setting and “lively” atmosphere; “top-notch” service...make for “destination” dining that's an “escape to perfection.”" Full review
Gayot14.0
"Bubbling bistro with satisfying Italian fare." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Your veggie choices here are pretty slim. But if you're channeling your inner carnivore you're in for a treat. Austrian dishes couldn't be more authentic and meals are reasonably priced." Full review
The French Laundry San Francisco Chronicle
The World's 50 Best Restaurants Fodor's
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6640 Washington St, Yountville, CA 94599
From $50/night
San Francisco Chronicle4.0
"Those who persevere are in for a magical experience. Keller believes that when diners finish a dish, they should crave one more bite, so he teases the palate through nine courses." Full review
The World's 50 Best Restaurants50.0
"With no single ingredient repeated twice on any menu, each dish achieves a perfect harmony and flavour balance. " Full review
Fodor's "An old stone building laced with ivy houses the most acclaimed restaurant in the Napa Valley—and, indeed, one of the most highly regarded in the country." Full review
Travel + Leisure "One of the world’s hardest-to-score tables (where diners have been known to wait a year for reservations) has been praised to the heavens for more than a decade now—and deservedly so." Full review
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There’s little to do but choose between the vegetable menu or the chef’s nine-course tasting menu (both change daily) and then sit back and relax.
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"Dishes are small and prompt contemplation on the perfect marriage of fresh, pristine ingredients on each plate. " Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The pinnacle of California dining, Thomas Keller’s French Laundry is epic, a high-wattage culinary experience on par with the world’s best." Full review
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Avoid tables before 7pm; first-service seating moves a touch quickly.
Zagat4.9
"French-American fine-dining destination." Full review
Time Out "Be it grilled veal tongue with peaches and cornichon relish or earshell clam tartare in finger-lime aigre-doux—you know that he’s set the standard for immaculate service as well. " Full review
Gayot19.0
"Chef-proprietor Thomas Keller’s iconic Yountville destination presents culinary wizardry." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Over 20 years old and topping every foodie’s bucket list, Thomas Keller’s legendary destination still doesn’t miss a beat" Full review
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Choose from two seasonal tasting menus, including a vegetarian option.
