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I really want to give them 5 stars because usually the vibe is stellar but I was having a horrible…read moreday one day in the fact that I lost my wallet (found 2 days later) and my phone was dead and charging (jeez I know) so no Apple pay but bought something cheap and sat down to work. I sat down maybe for 1 hour and asked for another wifi ticket (they go by a ticket system and by the way I do go here a lot) and they told me something along the lines that they are not a library and I need to buy something else. It was so odd. I have worked there before for hours and never had issues.. I think the comment wording bugged me more than anything else.. it was one of the guys at the front that has worked there a while (not the owner).. maybe having a bad day?

Immediately when you walk in this quaint and well placed brewery has a welcoming and open feeling…read more Most of the seating is on the patio that overlooks a park directly connected to the Napa river. Located next to the Oxbow I highly recommend taking a quick detour to stop by this brewery. I tried the War of Art IPA, and while I'm a pretty big fan of their beer, this one stood out as a crisp, easy, drinkable IPA that quenches your thirst and cools you off n a warm day. The bartender was extremely helpful and attentive and kept the line moving fast. I order the kale Caesar salad and it was pleasantly delicious. If you like Caesar dressing I recommend ordering an extra side but I found the light dressing to work really well with the Cale and accoutrement.

Heard lots about this place, so I went for dinner. The place is huge with a nice outdoor lounge…read morespace, and it has good potential. The service and food, however, fell quite short. There was little attention given to cleaning the tables even when the turnover wasn't that fast. Multiple groups arrived at tables that had not been cleaned. You order yourself from the QR code on the table, so for many this is convenient. The food took forever to arrive, and when it did, nothing tasted good unfortunately. The chicken on the pizza tasted bad, and the wings and fries were average at best. They do have a good beer selection. I would go back only if I want to get beer and maybe simple bar food with a group.

Went here for burgers from Butters Burgers and beer and enjoyed all of it!…read more The area to order food was separate than the beer and I got the food, and my partner ordered the beer. There was plenty of places to sit inside and lots of open air as well as outdoor seating in a parklet and along the side of the building. Both the beers my partner and I wanted were tapped out (or were member beers) and the bartender suggested two others and they were really delicious. I had the Saison, which were the flavors I was looking for. My partner god the Florid and Horrid and really liked it a lot, so big thanks do the bartender for being friendly and suggesting some great beers. The impossible smash burger was delicious, tots were great, would be back for more beer and food next time I am in Napa.

Have to say this was a nice place to sit and grab a drink. Very casual outside seating with tables…read moreand benches. Nicely shaded under trees and umbrellas. But still piping hot if you're in the sun. We only ordered drinks but they have some food as well. Burgers, sandwiches and fries. We just had drinks. A Blackberry Blueberry smoothie sour and a glass of Sauvignon Blanc wine which I think was a bit pricey? $16 for a light pour. Beer prices looked good though. Parking on the street around the corner is not time restricted. Parking on the same street is limited to 2 hours only. Quite a few beers on tap, a couple frozen smoothies and wine. 9am -11pm happy hour Friday and Saturday $2 off draft beer and 30% off wine bottles.

We stopped by here on a Wednesday night and had the back patio all to ourselves. When we walked…read moreback inside to close out our tab, we saw a full-fledged bingo night underway. It looked like a lot of fun. This place definitely feels like a local hangout. There's a decent selection of beer on tap, of course. There's also a bar bites menu. We opted for the coney dogs ($12), which were huge and were smothered in a sweet chili. Very good. We also shared a plate of the dirty chips ($12), which are basically nachos made with kettle chips instead of tortilla chips. Also a good choice. If pub fare isn't your thing, the bartender said they don't object to you bringing your own food. Trade is located across the street from OxBow so there are plenty of food options if you want to go that route.

It might not be 5:00 here, but it's 5:00 back at work. I'm still working every day as I drive my…read moreSprinter van hither and yon across the USA. It's quitting time and as such, beer o'clock. The nearest dispensary of frosty adult beverages was Trade Brewing where I found a decently comfortable space, free wifi and a tasty brew. I was here for 90 minutes and in that time, I participated in two Facebook arguments and wrote four Yelp reviews while sipping away at two of Trade's delicious beers. Good stuff! This is a busy neighborhood and I was very fortunate to find a street parking space almost right in front. As the day moved into dinner hours, it got packed. When I left at 5:30, someone swooped in and grabbed my parking space as soon as I moved out. [Review 17569 overall - 365 in California - 1087 of 2022.]

I was staying near by at a hotel and my partner and I discovered this amazing bar and record shop…read moreas we were walking to dinner. First, the decor is amazing with art everywhere and records to the right and bar to the left. All of the furniture and fixtures feel very intentional and cool. It has a welcoming vibe to it that is great for locals and visitors alike. We stopped by on a Saturday night and had one low abv cocktail Surreus tea, which was light and refreshing and Two Earls One Cup, which came in the cutest tea cup and saucer with a cookie on the side. Service was really friendly and attentive. We even came back the following day to buy a record and a band was about to play. Really recommend!

Visiting from the Bay for our annual anniversary trip. First time falling on this lil gem. Great…read morecocktails - I had "The Vibe" was sooo good, also had N/A beers (my hubs had the Guinness NA and loved it.) Super friendly mixologist a (bartender) and server. She was super attentive and kind. Wish I would've caught their names. Snacks are great, I'm vegan so had the pretzel, hubs got the chip and dip - loved. Hubby and I are huge vinyl junkies (he's a DJ - "DJ Swift") so was fun going through their vinyl collection. This is a must when you're in the Napa hood!

Great Beer dozens of taps! Fun Games - Billiards & Dart…read more Nice People - Friendly staff and patrons Good Food - Nice selection of nosh to enjoy

Great ambiance, bartenders were nice and everything was clean and organized for a Saturday nightread more

Best burger I have had in a while. Got the lamb burger and fries. It was all pretty darn great!…read moreGood beer selection . Downtown area was really cool and had a great little vibe. Be careful of timing as few places are open later and this is one that has hours for later eating. The service was amazing! Our waitress was attentive, kind and made great recommendations. Highly recommend!

Ok- here we go First…read moretime here - very interesting... a Tuesday night and they had two guys playing guitar and singing.. not bad . They were pretty good . It's easy to perk and right on the corner.. fast in fast out. Our waitress was training someone and they were both very nice.. I will be back because of both of these ladies ..service was excellent .. They have a vast selection of beer and wine .. it's Napa .. for the win.. I don't drink so we got the non alcoholic beer .. it was pretty good . The spicy chicken sando- the beer buttered fish n chips - side salad and cheese curds for the win.. let's just say yes.. We were very happy- pricing is not bad .. and plenty of high tops for me and they have a big bar area To the left... it's a Niners bar- which is ok- EAGLES BABY- we don't rest on our laurels... I will be back. I'll try some of the other things in the menu- take a peek.. come on by- you will like it ...we did ..

I've been a couple of times on a Friday or Saturday night to grab a drink with friends and somewhat…read morebar hop around Napa. This Friday night in July had a DJ. It was after they moved the tables inside and the kitchen was closed. There is also outdoor seating. You can sit at a table and a server comes around or you can also just order at the bar. They have 2 restrooms and they clear it out with a DJ and dance floor. They have hard alcohol in addition to wines and the wine bar. It's located kind of in the middle of buildings but there's plenty of street parking not too far away and some parking garages or parking lots that are walking distance. I really enjoyed their Haku Matata drink (vodka, hibiscus tea, lemon, and agave) my friends got the cadet sangria and paper plane and they all were good!

No cover on NYE?! count me in!…read more The bartender gave me a generous pour of champagne in a wine glass lols I'm not complaining. I got there around 10:30p well before the countdown. It was so fun! The DJ Gray Young was pretty good. I loved that we could walk across the street from our hotel too! Would love to come back just to hang out if I'm ever back in town.

Place is always busy and popping, and we were able to get in before it was too packed. Even then,…read moreit was lively and had customers. Like many others have written, when entering, the display of enticing pastries make it difficult to choose. Each one looks really good. The staff don't mind giving recommendations, so feel free to ask. The process here is order, then sit. Pay while ordering. There's water stations throughout the place, making it easy to stay hydrated. Our food was delivered promptly and each of our dishes was good. The drinks we ordered were really good as well. I'd come back for sure.

We visited La Cheve on a Sunday and immediately noticed the long line. That alone didn't discourage…read moreus. We had seen the restaurant featured on Check, Please! Bay Area and had heard plenty of positive reviews, so we were genuinely excited to finally try it. One thoughtful touch is that La Cheve provides umbrellas for guests waiting in line, which is especially appreciated when you're standing outside under the sun. It's a small gesture, but one that shows the restaurant has put some thought into making the waiting experience a little more comfortable. They also offer the option to order coffee through a QR code while waiting in line. I ordered a large black coffee, while my partner ordered a café con leche. Unfortunately, it took about 25 minutes for the drinks to be ready. When we picked them up, the café con leche was served in the same large cup as my coffee--but it was only half full, with roughly a quarter cup of coffee and another quarter consisting of foam. It felt odd drinking from a large half-full cup. Once we reached the counter, though, we were greeted with a warm smile, which was appreciated. We ordered the chilaquiles with an addition of Al Pastor meat, the asada and eggs, the concha French toast, a cronut, the house lager, and a local craft beer. it took approximately an hour and a half from the time we got in line until we were finally seated. By that point, we were more than ready to eat, and despite the long wait, we were still excited to see what the kitchen could do. Unfortunately, that excitement faded quickly once the food arrived. The concha French toast was a big disappointment. The menu description had immediately caught our attention, and we expected something that combined the richness and texture of French toast with the distinctive character of a concha. Instead, we received four small, shortcake-style pieces of bread that were dry and didn't particularly resemble either French toast or a concha. There was no noticeable cinnamon-egg batter, nor any powdered sugar. The dish was served with fresh berries and a side of cajeta ( a craft caramel sauce). The caramel itself was delicious, but it wasn't enough to make up for the lackluster bread. The chilaquiles were the biggest disappointment, and unfortunately, this dish had several execution issues altogether. The tortilla chips were soggy, lacking the texture you'd expect from well-executed chilaquiles. I also ordered the dish with Al Pastor meat, hoping to get a taste of the restaurant's house adobo. Instead, what arrived was a measly portion of tiny pieces and crumbs of meat that appeared to be mostly the remnants from the bottom of the pan. Then there was the oil. There was an excessive amount of it-- so much that a pool had collected in one corner of the plate (see picture below). I actually had to ask the server for extra paper napkins so I could soak up the oil. It was difficult to appreciate the pastor's seasoning or adobo from the oily portion that I was served. The eggs were another example of inconsistency with this plate. I specifically ordered them over medium, expecting set whites with a warm, runny yolk. Instead, the eggs were cooked very unevenly. One was noticeably overcooked, while the other was so thoroughly cooked that the yolk had essentially been obliterated. For a dish that relies on relatively simple ingredients, getting something as fundamental as the eggs right should be a given. My partner's asada and eggs wasn't terrible, per say. However, the dish consisted primarily of bell peppers, a blob of melted cheese, and some asada meat-- the kind you get with regular asada tacos. On the other hand, the biscuits that accompanied the dish, were a genuine highlight. We particularly enjoyed the jalapeño and cheese filling, which gave them a nice savory kick. Thankfully, the bakery items and beer showed us where La Cheve really shines. The house lager was crisp, refreshing, and very enjoyable, while the cronut was downright scrumptious. These were the kinds of items that reminded us why we had been so excited to visit in the first place. Ultimately, La Cheve feels like a restaurant with two very different personalities. The bakery side is impressive, while the savory kitchen needs considerably more attention to execution and consistency. If I were judging the bakery alone, I'd happily give it around 4.5 stars The cronut, biscuits, caramel, and house beer all showed plenty of promise. But the brunch dishes need work--particularly when it comes to texture, portioning, cooking temperatures, and consistency. We came in eager to understand what had generated so much enthusiasm for La Cheve. There are certainly some very good things happening here, and thoughtful touches like the umbrellas for guests waiting in line make a difference. But based on our visit, the kitchen still has some significant kinks to work out before the savory menu matches the promise of the bakery.

Napa Yard at Oxbow Gardens has become one of those spots we fall back on again and again, and…read moresomehow it never loses its charm. It has that open, relaxed energy where you can just show up, grab a drink, and settle in without overthinking anything. Being outside, surrounded by greenery, it feels like a little escape even though it is right in the middle of Napa. We have been there enough times that it feels familiar in the best way. Good drinks, easy food, and plenty of space to just hang out. Sometimes it is a casual afternoon that turns into sunset without realizing it. Other times it is just a quick stop that somehow still resets the whole day. There is something about the atmosphere that makes everything feel lighter. What keeps us coming back is how effortless it all is. No pressure, no pretense, just a consistently good place to spend time. It is the kind of spot you recommend to people and also quietly hope does not get too crowded, because it feels like yours.

Came by on a weekday evening with friends toward the end of summer and the place gave off a cool,…read morekickback, relaxed vibe. There were QR codes on the table you could order from, and we saw one worker explain a charging mishap to another table because it looked like someone used the wrong code (each table had its unique code). Food was delivered after a decent waiting time and self-serve water was near one of the bars. Food was ok for the price - our table was expecting fries with their burger order since the pictures advertised it, but their orders came with potato chips instead. The sangria was good and it was easily shareable. We wished there were more options for food. There was live music also playing, and tons of seating around. It also looks like there was mini golf and an ice cream stand on the other side, which was an additional charge. Overall, a decent place to have drinks with some friends in an outdoor casual environment, but probably don't come if you're looking to get full.