Wonderful food and a great ambiance on the patio. Im traveling with my small dog and this place is delightful. read more

The Charter Oak Restaurant - Dog friendly patio restaurant in St. Helena. - New American Near Me - St Helena, California

A little disappointed bc the reviews were really good, as well as the photos. Unfortunately this was a miss for me. I originally had dinner reservations elsewhere and changed it to this place bc of all the reviews I'd read and so many locals said this was their favorite place. The food was ok. Let's just say my favorite dish was the SALAD (miso caesar). The steak tartare was disappointing. While it looked good, it lacked flavor. The bread which we ordered (was not complimentary) was hard. We took the lamb and $13 rice to go. I tasted the lamb before we left and it was pretty salty. Although service was mostly good, our serve did not offer us an alcoholic beverage. We thought maybe he forgot, but after visiting our table at least 3-4 times in the first 20 mins, we were never asked if wanted one. We decided with all the food we ordered, we'll just grab a drink elsewhere afterwards. The other thing is the server suggested putting in the order all at once and that they would space it out. This is bc they cook most of their proteins over an open fire. So we did what was recommended and EVERYTHING, but the entrée came out five minutes after we ordered it. This is why we ended up taking our lamb and rice home...we were full from eating everything else that was supposed to be spaced out. Also, everything came out so fast, we were there for just 45 mins. Anyway, I'm sure this was just a one-off situation, but I was highly disappointed bc I had convinced my hubby that this place was all the rage. I would disagree after my visit. I might go back one day, but to be honest, there are sooo many restaurants to dine at, I don't think I would be back soon unless a friend suggested it. Side Note: Parking was easy as they have a designated parking lot and there are also lots of side street parking. read more

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Charter oak was easily one of my favorite restaurants in Napa Valley and a highlight of my birthday weekend. From the moment we arrived, everything was exceptional--the atmosphere, the service, and, most importantly, the food. We ordered the cheeseburger, wings, octopus, and beef tartare, and every single dish was outstanding. Nothing disappointed, and each plate was full of flavor and beautifully prepared. A special thank you to our sommelier, Alec, who made the experience even better. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and helped make our meal truly memorable. I highly recommend charter oak to anyone visiting Napa Valley. Great food, great service, and a fantastic atmosphere. We can't wait to come back! read more

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We visited Charter Oak for dinner and would highly recommend requesting a table on the beautiful patio if possible. The atmosphere outside was lovely and much more enjoyable, as the dining room inside was surprisingly loud during our visit. The sourdough was good, though it definitely leaned heavily into the tangy side of sourdough. If you enjoy a strong, sour flavor profile, you'll likely love it. The miso Caesar was the dish I was most excited to try. The lettuce was fresh and crisp, and there were moments when the flavors came together beautifully. However, I found the dish somewhat inconsistent. Some bites were perfectly balanced, while others were overwhelmed by the miso, making the flavor profile a bit uneven throughout the salad. The fries were absolutely incredible and tasted homemade. They had a perfectly crispy exterior with a pillowy soft interior, creating the ideal texture in every bite. Crispy, flavorful, and perfectly executed, they were easily one of the highlights of the meal. The true stars of the evening, however, were the burger and the steak. Both were cooked to perfection and showcased the restaurant's ability to let high quality ingredients shine. The burger was juicy, flavorful, and expertly prepared. My only wish was that caramelized onions had been available, as I think they would have elevated the burger even further. Unfortunately they were unable to accommodate that request, but they were happy to provide raw onions on the side, which was appreciated. The steak was cooked exactly as ordered and packed with flavor. These were the dishes that stood out most to us and are what we would recommend ordering without hesitation. Overall, Charter Oak delivered some memorable dishes, particularly the burger, steak, and fries. Combined with the beautiful patio setting, it made for a very enjoyable Napa dining experience. read more

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Casual relaxed vibe- tables are spaced apart nicely Attentive and friendly service Delicious farm fresh dishes read more

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Charter oak is a gorgeous restaurant in St Helena. They have both an indoor and outdoor space, with a large bar. I had been told by multiple people that their cheeseburger is one of the best in the areas so I had to try it... and WOW! The people were right. It was absolutely delicious and one of the best burgers I've had in a long time. Our server was kind and our drinks came quickly! Would definitely return when in the area. read more

The Charter Oak Restaurant - The Cheeseburger - New American Near Me - St Helena, California

It took some time but we finally made our way to Charter Oak. I forget why we waited to try this place but boy was it good. I was hesitant to try the miso Cesar and I'm glad I did. It was delicious and can be shared by at least 2. The tomahawk steak was cooked to perfection and sauce made it extra special. Our server took good care of us and even comped one side dish when it was served a little later. The corkage was free and that's a huge plus. This place gets packed even at 5:30pm... so better make reservations. read more

The Charter Oak Restaurant - Yellow Miso Caesar - New American Near Me - St Helena, California

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If you eat the in the Napa Valley long enough you witness the turnover of restaurants. Lately I've been to a lot of recently renovated restaurants that were hot spot long ago now gone. Case in point Charter Oak was once Tra Vigne. Gone is stately and posh ambiance of TV, replaced upscale lodge atmosphere of CO. The entrance and courtyard are beautifully aged brick and iron. The dining area is large open room dominated by an open flame cooking oven. Dark woods and leather now make this place more comfortable than before. I like how Napa has elevated food in a casual comfortable settings. Overall, great ambiance. The food was very good overall. The stars were the devil eggs, cinnamon roll, grilled trout and the Bavette. Most things had a touch smoke as I believe most things were cooked over an open fire. If I come back I would definitely have the Bavette and Trout as mains. The service was good overall. I didn't experience any lapses. Our server was a pro and the others acted like a team. Overall a great place to eat if you like this style of cooking. I think I'd come have for the ambiance, grilled meat and a cab. read more

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We had lunch at the Charter Oak and had a nice restaurant experience in Napa. The outside patio was beautiful. We started with a mixed drink (since we were going to wine taste for the next few days). The Copyright (frozen ginger beer, lime and rum) was refreshing. We then tried the Denver Steak (4/5), the Summer Squash (3/5) and the Cheeseburger (4/5 - but the fries and homemade ketchup were 6/5). Overall nice experience. read more

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Came here to celebrate our anniversary. We started our experience sitting at the bar where we enjoyed some delicious cocktails and appetizers. Our bartender, Kayla, was so wonderful and talented with making our drinks and even introduced us to a new kind of mezcal we haven't tried before. When we had our dinner out on the terrace, we were served with such professionalism and kindness that made our whole evening really enjoyable. We enjoyed the corn, squash blossoms, sourdough bread, cheeseburger and the grilled steak. All were really wonderful. I would happily come back next time I'm in the area. Overall the ambiance, food and staff were great read more

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The Charter Oak was a great restaurant and a wonderful dining experience. I really enjoyed the ambiance and relaxed atmosphere. The ribs were absolutely delicious--some of the best I've had! I highly recommend The Charter Oak if you're visiting Napa Valley. It's definitely worth a visit! read more

We've been to this restaurant a couple of times and it's hit the mark every time. The warm bread, the miso Caesar salad, and the burger were all absolutely delicious. Finish it off with the soft serve, which honestly may have been the best soft serve flavor profile we've ever had. Will come back again for sure. read more

The Charter Oak Restaurant - Patio area for a beautiful outdoor lunch - New American Near Me - St Helena, California

Loved it!! Would give 6 stars if I could! Ok, I'm a guy from the east coast who's never been to Napa previously, so if I'm gushing, forgive me. I dined with my two grown daughters at Charter Oak in late June. We had a lovely experience. The physical location is beautiful, both inside and out. We met the host and were quickly shown to our table in the large, lodge-like building. The dining room is beautiful, with high ceilings, a large open fire grill, and a welcoming bar. You can also eat/drink outside in a walled, brick and ivy covered, and beautifully lit, courtyard. Everyone working at Charter Oak exuded friendly, relaxed, competent charm. As we had been wine tasting during the day, we decided to order cocktails. We ordered the house Old Fashioned, the Gin & Cardamon, and the Upsie-Daisy (a tequila drink). All very good. The menu is actually not that large, but features plenty of choice. We like to share dishes so we can try a variety of foods. We started with the Charter Oak bread service, the raw vegetables from the farm, and the stuffed squash blossoms. All excellent, with the standout being the raw vegetables. So fresh, so tasty. We had the grilled cucumber salad and the grilled Denver steak. The Denver steak arrived sliced and was delicious. For dessert we all shared the pecan soft serve ice cream. Unusual and great. After dinner we sat at one of the fire pits in the courtyard on a beautiful night. Highly recommend. read more

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Megan was fantastic! She was so on top of it!!!! They run out of specialty cocktails at times and she was able to make sure we secured the ones we wanted to try... even with a 8pm reservation. CHICKEN WINGS DRY RUB BUFFALO - OMG 4 of us shared two orders of wings and two burgers. Instead of having dessert, we ordered another batch of wings because they were so good. Then we DoorDashed three batches the next day. No joke - I hope they make these a permanent staple. Outstanding. The ambience is fantastic, location is easy and parking is quick and close. This was the first night of our trip and we really started off on a high note. Thank you!!!! read more

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Happy Hour Menu is a hidden gem here!! The burger is absolutely fantastic!! The salad was delicious as well. Its wine country but if you need a little change the bourbon and tequila selection are fantastic. The service was great and very friendly. The happy hour time is much less crowded and you should be able to walk in and be seated. The bar seating is a great spot. read more

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Unfortunately an underwhelming experience in total. We were so excited to come to Charter Oak as we had heard nothing but amazing things. Upon arrival we were told our table wasn't ready and we could wait at the bar. This would have been fine but after a long day of wine tasting all we wanted to do was sit and eat, not drink any more. After a half hour past our reservation we were finally seated. For food we had the vegetables and dip. The dip is incredible and is truly a must get. For entrees we all had the burger and it was one of the best burgers I have ever had. If there's one thing this place does well it is the food for sure. Service was questionable. Our waiter was also the sommelier, while he was very kind and friendly I think he may make a better sommelier than waiter as we were constantly left with not attention. Ambiance is very cool. The open fire stove and overall vibe is very rustic and cool. Overall Charter Oak aces the food but they need to work on their service. I wouldn't say to not come but there are just as good places in the area that will give you better service. read more

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Wow. Charter Oak is the real deal. It is about an hour from our home but it was more than worth the drive. The food, my god, the food is so good! It's the type of food that stays in your memory as something really special. The vibe in the restaurant was incredible. It was so beautiful inside. We were seated in the grill area just outside of the kitchen. We watched attentively as all the food came out. We definitely want to go back and try the burger. The people seated next to us shared the burger and said it is a house specialty. It's on our bucket list to return as soon as possible for a burger. We had reservations and were seated as soon as we checked in. The service was excellent. The manager came by to check on us. That is always a special touch. They also gave us a signed card and cookies for our anniversary. We truly had a lovely time and it was a great place to spend our anniversary. read more

Disappointed overall. We were recommended this place for the wings from a few nearby wineries. While our wings were pretty crispy and good, everything else fell extremely flat. They change the flavor of the wing monthly. Service was mediocre, first of all. Our server seemed overall disinterested in us, and didn't really check in even though she would check in with other tables religiously. We ordered a small portion of the bread. Probably one of the best things we ate this meal, sadly. The sourdough with the butter was quite good. Worth ordering. We got the pork jowl skewer ($32) and the roasted broccoli ($23). The pork jowl skewer was immensely disappointing. It came with this 'orchard butter', but it honestly just tasted like applesauce. Nothing wrong with applesauce, but I personally did not think it went well with the pork at all. Not to mention, the pork was extremely oily/fatty, but not in a good way. It was just an underwhelming dish that missed the mark for us, personally. Broccoli was decent. I enjoyed the pecan tahini, but it's a pretty bland dish overall. I thought it could've been more charred or something. Overall disappointing restaurant for the service and flavor profile of the dishes. Wouldn't go again probably. read more

On our way back from St. Helena we passed Charter Oak and randomly stopped in for an early dinner; plus it was my BFFs husband's birthday. We were immediately seated and our host Ruby was absolutely AMAZING!! Very personable, knowledgeable and just a kind human. You can tell she likes, I mean LOVES her job. I had the Yellow Miso salad, which was delicious!! The only critique I have is the homemade Caesar dressing was very salty. I can appreciate a homemade anything, that could use a revamp. The Burger, on the burger with the mayo and relish was so GUD!! Yep, that's all I got, get it!! My Lemon Drop Martini was great after some additional simple syrup, I mean, I like my sweetness. The Birthday guy and wife, raved about the dry buffalo wings with ranch dressing. They both spoke highly of the wings. This was a super cool place to stop for on a whim for dinner. We sat outside with the heater and it was great as it was a bit chilly. Ruth our waitress, GREAT, by the way, did I say that already offered a blanket as well. This is how you SERVR guests and be present of the moment. If ever in St. Helena or Napa Valley region we'd definitely visit again!! That's Ruth and I believe Josh (he was her back when she left) for such a GREAT experience 1,800 miles away from home! read more

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Phenomenal food and experience. Zach was our waiter and provided 5-star recommendations and 5-star service. Ambiance was wonderful - great energy but still quiet enough to be able to have a comfortable conversation at the table. Squash noodle appetizer is not to be missed! read more

Very disappointing We brought a friend's family here and we were embarrassed by the quality of the food. Starter bread: 8/10 Octopus: way oversalted. Cooked well though 3/10 Fresh vegetables with dip: we love this 10/10 Beef tartare: 7/10 Burger: buns are bouncy and structural. Burger was overcooked. 5/10 Pork chop: unseasoned overcooked and dry. One piece off the bone was salvageable. 3/10 Ribs: flavorless overcooked and dry. We requested additional bbq sauce to add flavor and they charged us for it. 1/10 Best orders were dishes that didn't require cooking. Ambiance and service were good. read more

My girlfriend and I went to The Charter Oak for our 3 year anniversary. After getting recommended it by Napa locals, we had high expectations and were overall very excited to experience this restaurant. Upon arrival, the exterior and the interior as you walk into the restaurant the restaurant was very picture worthy and added to the pleasant ambiance. The service from the hostess, server, and a different server towards the end of the meal was excellent as they all wished us a happy anniversary. Personally for me, that was a great gesture and my girlfriend and I really appreciated the thoughtfulness. For appetizers we order the wings and for the main course we both ordered the burger. The wings were pretty good though we only ate 3 to save room for the burger which we heard was amazing. Our Napa local friends definitely did not disappoint us... The burger was an easily 10/10 and the side of fries was great too. Towards the end of our meal, we were treated with a cookie dessert for our anniversary and it just put the cherry on top for our experience. Overall, we would definitely be returning as this shot up our list to our favorite restaurant in the Napa valley area! Thank you Charter Oak and your team for an unforgettable anniversary experience!! read more

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This is my second visit to the restaurant after four years. The grilled avocado is still very special--I ordered it last time and have remembered it ever since. Definitely worth a try. The salad is fresh; you can't go wrong with it. The Wagyu tomahawk is reasonably good. If you like beef, it's not a bad choice. read more

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I am ashamed to say, due to the less than stellar reviews we have passed on Charter in the past. After visiting, the restaurant, I honestly don't understand a thing less than a 5 star review. Locals have high regard for this place. After 3 recommendations in the same day we made our way to Charter. Service, food, drinks, atmosphere were all fantastic. Prices were great. With our experience, 5 different servers attended our table to ensure we were enjoying our meal and asked if we needed anything. This place was great and will visit again. Don't hesitate to try, it's wonderful and would recommend to anyone. Bravo to the whole team. read more

I had a fantastic meal at charter oak and an excellent server, Zach. All of his suggestions were perfect, 10 out of ten!! Will definitely be coming back. read more

Went to Charter Oak as a recommendation and it was good! The atmosphere is really where it's at! Service was really good. I believe we were assisted by Jenna and she was amazing. Food was probably the lowest highlight here but still good. read more

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I am utterly obsessed with Charter Oak! Dare I say... that it's my favorite restaurant in all of St. Helena?! There are so many amazing restaurants around these parts, so it's hard to say definitively. BUT... I WILL say that Charter Oak ranks extremely high. Oh yeah... they're UP THERE bay-beh! In there like swimwear ;). Charter Oak has got it all. Scrumptious food, stunning ambience, killer cocktails, copious amounts of fine wine, aaand exquisite service! You just can't go wrong with anything that you try here. Their menu is limited but the good kind of limited. It's the kind of menu that is experimental with lifelong favorites woven in that is tried and true. Everything is farm to table and those farms are located just down the way. Love, love, looove that they are true fans of quality and freshness. With that said, I will proudly admit that this place has concocted the best beef tartare that I have ever had in my life. This coming from a gal who has tasted it in its' country of origin. Yep... Charter Oak just simply does it better. It was so damn good that I purposely planned a trip to wine country juuust to have more. The cravings that I had after my first visit here were completely insane. It was only a matter of time before I came back for more. It's the freshness, the seasoning, and those raw onions on top that I just love to mash in delight. Again, anything that you have here will be delicious. The pork jowl skewers were so tender and flavorful. The fries are thick cut and lovably chewy. The greens were such a surprise! They were seasoned for the GAWDS and I am so here for it. The Trout literally melted in my mouth. When you come here, you best to NOT skip out on dessert! That burnt caramel soft serve ice cream will make your eyes roll to be back of your head! Y'all... I'm serious. That plus the addictive beef tartare was enough to make me come back again right away. If you know me, you know my schedule is always booked up. Oooh but I made tiiiime to come back to Charter Oak! Absolutely so worth it! The cocktails are insane. They are craft and they are exquisite. Looks and taste 101. You cannot... and I mean canNOT go wrong with any cocktail in their list! Also, the bar is quite fun and an excellent option if you stop in without a reservation (but reservations are highly recommended for this busy place). If you love the wine like I do, you'll be overwhelmed by their wine selection. They have a whole ass wine cellar on the second floor with hundreds of wines to choose from and full fledged sommeliers who are ready to assist you with suggestions and pairings. Whew, this review is getting lengthy! But, let's not forget about the service! Wowza! The staff is so attentive, cordial, and professional. RUBY is a friggin' star! If she serves you, just know that you're in for a real treat. Also, the ambience is something like a dream. This place literally glows at night. The high ceilings + dark lighting + open and airy layout is just so visually yummy. I love the rusticism (is that a word?! Well, it is today!). If you come in the winter time, take a waltz through their patio and check out the Yurts! So friggin' adorbs. Okay. Sooo... if I haven't convinced you to visit yet, then there's something wrong with YOU. But seriously, Charter Oak is a gem! I've fallen in love and I can't wait to come back again (which will be in a few weeks actually). read more

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Had a really nice weekend lunch here. It was quite packed but lots of tables and many that are suitable for larger groups. The outdoor seating space is dreamy, secret garden-core. So stunning. The staff are friendly and personable and have more of that relaxed Cali style where it may take a bit, but you're enjoying the company to wait. The menu has a nice array of brunch and lunch items and lots of healthy, vegetarian options. The salads were calling to us and they did not disappoint! For the greens, I would order these again: + Green Goddess Salad + Yellow Miso Caesar Sides I could order again, if I'm in a veggie mood again, but the taste of both is similar so pick one or the other: + Broccolini + Asparagus For the protein: + Grilled Bavette - cooked well, loved the red chimichurri + Grilled Lingcod - never heard of this white fish before but it was delicious On the brunch menu for the sweets and carbs: + Monkey Bread - that cream cheese frosting! yum!! + Smashed breakfast potatoes - perfectly seasoned and that aioli sauce was creamy good (-) Next time, I will try that milk bread french toast though For the kids: + Chicken Tenders - very crispy, tender and a large portion. The large potato wedge fries were addicting too. Would highly recommend! read more

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I debated between 1 and 2 stars so really about 1.5. I'm honestly surprised by the amount of great reviews which is what got us to try something new in the area and go here. First, the one star is for the ambience. The place and the courtyard were truly cute. Unfortunately getting seated took awhile and when we were seated we were put at a table with the sun on us despite the umbrellas around. The wine list I didn't find enticing and honestly marked up like crazy. I did hear that there is no corkage fee and we should have brought something of our own but we wanted to experience everything. The rose bubbles we did end purchasing was not good. We finished it but didn't even bother wanting to get another bottle of something (which we normally would have done as a group). Next, if you are a vegetarian I would avoid this restaurant. There is barely anything you can eat and when they put fish sauce things like relish, you really have to avoid a lot. I am allergic to fish sauce and the two only salads they have both had fish ingredients and I thought I was being safe by ordering the burger. Thankfully our waiter was on top of things and let me know there was fish sauce in the jalapeno relish (seriously why?!?!?). My parents and sister ordered the caviar dip and said that the caviar should really be separate with the cream on the side and that it wasn't worth the price they paid for it. The crab dip was very crabby. My sister and mom ordered the pork and said it was dry and lacked flavor. Our waiter was helpful when he came by but overall the service was slow and I think he was stretched thin. I hear this is a local place and honestly surprised by that. Perhaps the brunch is better but from this one experience we won't be coming back. read more

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A few of our friends recommended this place so we had to try it. We got there right at happy hour and the prices were decent. Wasn't too packed but we had to sit at the bar to get happy hour prices. I highly recommend the burger! The pickle jalapeño relish made it so tasty and definitely worth the calories. My husband got the fried chicken sandwich and it wasn't our favorite. read more

The Charter Oak Restaurant - Happy hour cheeseburger - New American Near Me - St Helena, California

My family celebrated at Charter Oak yesterday, and we reserved one of the fabulous yurts. The thing about the yurts is that no one wants to leave them, and after waiting 30 minutes beyond our reservation time Alec came to the rescue. He explained the issue very graciously, and then proceeded to go out of his way to make amends. Once seated Brooke was our server and she too apologized for the delay and preceded to make us feel welcomed and appreciated. What could have been a disappointing experience because fabulous because of Alec, Brooke and the entire Charter Oak team. We will return, and I am pleased to share this 5 star review read more

The Charter Oak Restaurant - New American Near Me - St Helena, California

What a magical restaurant! The building itself is stunning and looks historic and grand. The food is cooked over a large open fire in the middle of the dining room. The service was amazing as well. They immediately ask if you have dietary restrictions or allergies and make note of it. I'm vegan and even though on the menu nothing was labeled, a ton of stuff could be veganized. They even made me a vegan tart for dessert! read more

The Charter Oak Restaurant - New American Near Me - St Helena, California

Hubby and I decided to take a little road trip for the day to Napa. We happened to fall upon this restaurant and decided to stop for a drink and a snack. The exterior of the restaurant is gorgeous. We were met by a kind host outside as we walked into tue vourt yard.. We did not have reservations but had the opportunity to wait about 45 minutes for an inside table or could choose to sit at the bar immediately. We chose the bar seating since we only wanted drinks and appetizers and happy we did. Jack was our bartender yesterday (2/21/26). He was so attentive and efficient, he was fun to watch while we sipped our cocktails and enjoyed our snacks. Shortly after we arrived the restaurant got slammed with the lunch rush. Jack orchestrated the bar by himself with ease to sever not only the tableS that ordered cocktails and wine but also all who were seated at the bar for not only drinks but food too. He was friendly and personable and never showed an ounce of stress. It was magical to watch. While seated, we enjoyed watching the food at the beautiful indoor grill being prepared and the plates going out to the guests, each plate being prepared with care. On to our food and drinks. Simple, yet delicious. As noted, only came for a little snack so we ordered the Deviled Eggs and a side of French Fries as well as wine and cocktails. The Deviled Eggs were a hit, perfectly cooked with a a great filling and the topping had an amazing umami flavor I can not describe other than delicious. The French Fries were cooked perfectly, crunchy out side with a creamy center and perfectly salted with a side of ketchup. As for the beverages, hubby enjoy few glasses of hous wine and I a vodka cocktail. I told Jack I was in the mood for a Vodka drink, he asked what my normal was, I told him but also stated I was in the mood for fruity, he said, "I got you".... and he did. Outcome this beautiful delicious hand crafted cocktail that I throughly enjoyed.....thanks, Jack! Our experience was great, I am happy we stopped in and was able to experience this beautiful restaurant where we had great service, drinks and snacks. We shall return another day for another adventure. read more

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Came for lunch on the weekend and sat outside with our dogs. They gave us a large table and even gave our dogs a water bowl for the hot day, which they proceeded to knock over multiple times but the waiter was so nice about it. This spot is definitely more of an upscale lunch but thought it was worth it for a special trip. We were surprised by how good all the food was and we finished everything even though we ordered quite a lot. We shared the beef tartar and Caesar salad to start with. We also got the monkey bread which had chocolate filling inside so I ended eating it more like a dessert after. We also shared the half ribs and corn on the side. The half ribs was actually a bigger portion than I expected and great for sharing with two people. Definitely be prepared to spend up fkr this spot but worth it if you're looking for some place special read more

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Food - excellent. The raw veggie app was simply delicious (pun intended). Cheeseburger was next level awesome. Dessert - who would've thought to use charred vanilla and pecan oil to take soft serve vanilla from plain to ridiculously awesome - these folks. Service - we had three different servers and they were each excellent. We had allergen needs and they each knew then and made recommendations on each. We visited for an anniversary dinner and they made it very special. The hostess was kind enough to take pictures of us outside and moved us around to get the best angles which was well above and beyond what a normal hostess would do. This is worth the drive from SFO and is on the lost to go to next time we're in town. read more

I came here for dinner and loved their sunchoke tostones, chips and dip, cheeseburger, and pork jowl skewer. We ended up ordering too much food and was so full. We didn't realize how big the pork jowl skewer was going to be. I didn't like the apple sauce it came with. The bavette was good too but I preferred the other dishes instead. The chocolate birthday cookies they gave tasted so dry and did not taste good. Service was great. We would come back here again for sure. read more

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Local winery recommended this restaurant. We shared a burger and fries great burger. The fries were good I just like them a Tad Crispier. The restaurant is beautiful and has a trendy vibe. read more

Cozy place, food is good overall..but the grilled chicken is not that tender 7/10.. Service is superb!!! Will def. Comeback read more

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Arrived around 1:45pm on a Saturday with no reservations. Nice size parking lot, host stated it would be a 30 min wait but asked if we wanted to sit at the bar area with no wait and we chose that option! We seen a couple empty tables in the restaurant itself but maybe they were for reservations. The restaurant has an outside court yard area to eat as well! They are well staffed, we were greeted right away and was brought water. We ordered the buffalo wings( it was a bit too spicy for me so I couldn't enjoy, however my bf loved it! We switch the blue cheese to ranch), side fries and the chicken dish (forgot what it's called) small but good menu! The staff were very knowledgeable about the menu, the chefs preparing the food near the firewood was professionally neat! Overall, good experience but wouldn't come back. I would like to experience other restaurants in Napa County/ st. Helena however I will recommend this place to friends and family!! read more

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Had an unforgettable dinner at The Charter Oak on a beautiful Napa evening. We sat outside, and the setting was absolutely perfect -- peaceful, charming, and surrounded by nature. We started with the charter oak bread, which came out warm and was incredibly delicious -- crusty on the outside, soft on the inside, the kind of bread that makes you want to order a second round. For the main course, we shared the tomahawk steak cooked medium rare, and it was exceptional. Perfectly cooked, juicy, and flavorful. It came with a grilled lemon, which I hesitated to try at first -- but squeezing it over the steak was a 100% life-changing move. The acidity brought out the richness of the meat in the most unexpected, incredible way. The fries were totally unique -- not your average fries. Crisp, golden, and served with a sauce that elevated them to next-level status. A perfect complement to the steak. To drink, I had the Parfait Vor cocktail -- light, well-balanced, and refreshing. A great pairing for the meal. Everything from the atmosphere to the food to the service made this a standout Napa dining experience. Would return in a heartbeat. read more

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