I usually come to Napa for the wine, but during the Napa Lighted Art event my wife and I followed…read morethe sound of Metallica coming from a nearby bar--and I'm so glad we did. We popped in and found JV behind the bar, spinning great music ahead of an event they were hosting. He made some drink suggestions and they were 100/10! I got the Manhattan and Old Fashioned while my wife got the white gummy (wish we got a picture of them but the quality was perfect). The energy was instantly welcoming and refreshingly unpretentious. Great tunes, great atmosphere, and a bartender who clearly knows how to make great drinks. We asked what music they normally play and they responded it depends. At their busy times it's mostly hip hop and R&B, other times the bartender's will throw some music on. I would suggest stopping in to have a great cocktail and see what they're playing. This was a fun, unexpected stop that made our night even better. Shout out to JV for the fun experience! I didn't catch the other staff members names but they were funny and welcoming as well. Here is a picture of JV in a stitch beanie his Manager brought him.

Had a great time at 1331 Cocktail Bar. The bartender was incredibly friendly and made the whole…read moreexperience feel welcoming and relaxed. I was especially excited to see one of my favorite Pinot Noirs from Flowers on the menu--a really nice touch that elevated the night. The space itself is trendy and well-designed, with a variety of seating options that make it easy to settle in whether you're there for a quick drink or a longer hangout.

Came here on a Saturday night. Got 3 drinks and all 3 were off menu and all 3 were exceptional!…read moreI'll have to ask my friend for the names because I need these drinks to happen again! My favorite was the first cucumber drink I had. It was so refreshing! The second cucumber drink was so tasty, and had some spice to it! Their menu is extensive but it's the fact that the are true artists that I love!

The Fink is a refreshing change of pace from Napa's many tasting rooms and a great stop for those…read morelooking for a cocktail experience. Conveniently located near several downtown staple stops, it's an easy addition to an afternoon or evening exploring the area. The cocktail menu is extensive, with plenty of creative options and stories behind many of the drinks. For my fellow gin cocktail girlies, I'd recommend starting with the Bronx Cocktail. For round two, the Bee's Sneeze is another solid choice. I paired my drinks with the lobster roll, which was the standout food item of my visit. The bun was light, fluffy, and perfectly toasted. While the lobster salad wasn't the best I've ever had, it was a very solid bite for a dive-lounge-style bar. I'd skip the chips it comes with, but the fries are absolutely worth ordering. One small service hiccup worth mentioning: the fries are listed as coming with a herb aioli, but mine arrived with ketchup. When I asked about the aioli, my server initially tried to play it off before eventually sharing that they were out. Not a dealbreaker by any means, but it was an odd interaction that could have been handled more directly. The atmosphere is a dark, casual lounge with a cozy hole-in-the-wall feel along the river. The staff was welcoming. If you're looking to trade wine tasting for a cocktail side quest, The Fink is definitely worth a visit.

Came here for drinks. Tried the Bahn-Mi--delicious with a spicy kick. Recommend. Also tried Teacup…read moreMasala. It was okay. Not my fave. Loved this spot and the vibes. Will definitely be back. update: 3 months later. Came for trivia night. Had the "last word" drink which was okay. I also had the "tears of the kingdom" which was tasty. I'd have that one again. Also love that they were showing a movie. Like so cool. I was invested.

Unfortunately while passerby's visiting Napa would call this a cool/eclectic establishment due to…read moreits vinyl records and seemingly diverse music palate, myself and about 100+ people who attended a birthday party here in February experienced one of the worst handling of "large" crowds I've seen in my 20+ year History of the Bay Area music scene. As soon as we approached the venue, there was a long line of people waiting to get inside. We arrived a bit later (around 8pm), and the crowd had already started to fill the venue. Mind you, it's a decent sized venue but not a massive space -- enough to accommodate at minimum 100 and likely max of 200 while still staying within code. There were several people coming in and out of the door, where the GM and bouncer for the night , appeared extremely stressed due to the amount of people in line and inside. A woman, who happened to be the wife of the DJ, stepped out to make a phone call and when she attempted to get back inside, proceeded to get yelled at by the bouncer saying she needed to go to the back of the line and wait like everyone else. The woman attempted to tell the bouncer her husband, who was the guest DJ for the night and is a historical, world renowned DJ (again using big names to draw crowds, and appropriating vinyl culture, but not respecting the very people in attendance), needed to tell him she'd be outside and would sit in the car. The GM started to yell and disrespect the DJs wife, and she ended up staying outside. Apparently this GM and venue are not used to larger crowds, and she essentially cracked under pressure. She went on to tell us the capacity was 67, and that they "were already at 200", which is a lie because there was a ton of space between people inside the venue (we have photos to prove it). She kept yelling and pushing people back. Girlfriend, this was not a Vegas club night. This crowd is 40+ (age) crowd, so it's not like people were out of control and acting debaucherous -- everyone was respecting the rules. If you couldn't handle the crowd, which btw you agreed prior to the 80-100 people expected for the party, then why was it such a hassle for your venue to handle the capacity. You knew a larger crowd was expected that night, it's your responsibility as a business owner to adequately staff the bar, door, etc. Yes; we needed to respect the door and the rules -- and everyone did. I won't get into further detail, but a physical altercation took place after the woman tried to return a second time (to again get her husband and tell him what was going on given she was being harassed at the door), putting hands on her in the process. Just completely out of line. Overall, this venue wants to appropriate the music and DJ culture, yet when the actual music and DJ community show up, there is no respect. Let alone for loyal patrons who have frequented your business and brought tons of revenue to the bar that night (which btw was extremely slow). Don't fall for the dog and pony show here. Go somewhere else that touts respects for their patrons, and for all walks of life -- not just the pretentious kind.

We were escorted here by a gentlemen at Zuzu, not sure if they're affiliated with Zuzu but they…read morehave an adjoining door and shared restrooms. We wanted to stop into Zuzu's and being that it was so hot out, I wanted to walk into Zuzu's to make sure they had their a/c cranked up. I was greeted by the gentlemen who presented me the option of a cocktail lounge was sounded nice. Lead the way, kind sir! Felt like our own private lounge as we chose a cozy dark corner. It's a narrow bar and perfect for the 2 of us.

Cute, swanky bar. Decor had moody vibes & loved the velvet cushioned bench seats…read more Unfortunately, service wasn't great. We didn't seem like the crowd that was already enjoying their cocktails, (my 66 yr old mother & my 74 yr old aunt).. but we gave it a go while we were waiting for our dinner resos a few streets down. They had a pop up menu that had Australian whiskey- which were 10$ each. Great price considering the regular menu with drinks @ 18$ a pop. Drinks were just meh. Tasted like whiskey shaken up with ginger beer. Will give this bar another shot one day, maybe need to go when the Sun is down and the moon is up?

Wilfred's you are such a vibe! The drinks are strong and so pretty, my favorite is definitely the…read moreUma Ube sooo good. The hawaii vibes and food is inspired by that spam masubi! Yes please! The staff was so nice and attentive, the bartender Anneliese was knowledgeable and recommended some delicious drinks! We loved everything, the only downside was those hideous uniforms or shirts, something more Hawaiian vibes and fitting for the ladies please

This place is a new favorite of mine…read more I think as I go to more and more Tiki Bars, I really gravitate to the ones that have more unique drinks. I make drinks at home. I've had a traditional Mai Tai a million of times. Do you have Tiki Drinks that are going to make me want to drive 45 minutes to you? On top of that, is your food worth it? I'm happy to say that the answer to both of these questions are yes. I've gone here 3 times within the last two weeks and one item that is a constant order is the Orange Chicken. Nowadays I think people are used to the classic super sweet Panda Express style Orange Chicken that you'll also see occasionally at your local Chinese food restaurant. Wilfred's Orange Chicken definitely is sweet but its not as sweet as what I used to and I'm not mad about it. There's a lot of depth with the sauce. I don't know if they are just putting more soy sauce or dark soy sauce...Maybe it's Oyster/Fish sauce? Theres definitely some kind of extra Umami going on. An added plus is that it pair perfectly with the tanginess of the Pineapple Fried Rice. For drinks my favorites have been the Manta Ray and the Sanfroyosko. The reason being is just because these have been the more unique ones that I've been really enjoying. The Manta Ray is more tropical than one might think. However it's tropical with a bit of funk. The combination of the Gin, Falernum, and Sauv Blanc Syrup really add to the complexity. The other drink I really like is the Sanfroyosko. If you are a Mai Tai lover, this is the one to try. The substitution of the typical tums with the Shochu, Sake and Pisco add even more of a Wine and floral flavor profile to the drink. On top of that the Sesame Orgeat gives and even more nuttier flavor than normal. But despite all these flavors going on, it still kinda tastes like a Mai Tai. The service has always been amazing. Every person who has served us has served us with a smile. But even despite how friendly they are, there still remains this sense of professionalism with their interactions. They check in at the perfect times. They ask how we are enjoying everything and share their favorite things to drink/eat. With the amazing tiki decor and island music, you really do feel like you are on an Island anytime you eat here.

Came here for trivia. It was super fun. I realize I have…read moreactually never been to Mercantile so oopsies to that previous review. It's on the 2nd floor of Andaz on an outdoor patio. Dog friendly. Loved that for me. To start I had the beach cocktail, which was okay. and then I had the Napa martini. I also had the shishito peppers that were tasty. Initially the bartender overcharged me for one of my drinks, I brought it up and he fixed it. But it was odd that the price didn't match the menu...anyway. Will be back. Cool vibes

This rooftop bar is located at the 2nd floor of Andaz Boutique Hotel right in the heart of downtown…read moreNapa. Was in the area meeting up some group of friends and was having dinner at Tarla Mediterranean Restaurant next door and we all decided to check out Mercantile Social and Terrace. The hotel itself is pretty and chill and the staff are all soo welcoming and accommodating. I dropped off my vehicle at the valet and they are prompt and well mannered. The bar tenders at Mercantile were friendly and took good care of us throughout the evening. They had outdoor patios that are clean and equipped with outdoor heaters and fireplaces so it was very warm and chill. The drinks were made good and we all enjoyed the ambiance of the place as it is private and relaxing. highly recommend this spot and will definitely return.

This place came highly recommended, so we decided to make our way up to the rooftop bar. You enter…read morethrough the hotel lobby and take the elevator to the top. The hotel itself looked stylish and inviting, and the rooftop seemed like a great spot to relax with a cocktail while enjoying the views. Unfortunately, we had another commitment and didn't have time to stay for a drink, but I'm glad we stopped by to check it out. It definitely made a great first impression, and it's now on my list for a future visit when I can spend more time enjoying the rooftop experience. Cheers to next time!

Hotel is beautiful, Sky and Vine are lovely and airy fun nice music playing on the background. Lots…read moreof tvs. A bit pricy but it is Napa. The bad... the bartender lady with fake eyelashes. Her service was the worst Ive seen in a while. Only talked to certain male patrons and completely ignored us a few times. Find a replacement.

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.

Kilkenny Irish Cream Ale on tap…read more I wish I could end it there but Yelp won't let me. Good for large groups. Don't expect table service. Can't really speak to the food but it looked tasty. The QR codes seem to bother some people in the other reviews but it was okay. Easy to use. I will be returning is Kilkenny is on tap regularly.