Food 4/5 Portion 4/5 Service 5/5 Ambience 5/5 we went here to celebrate my birthday . Food is awesome but portion is a little bit less (maybe because we love the food and we want more) Sometimes its just nice to sit, sip a glass of wine, and relax. This is the place for that read more

Amazing! This was my first time at a fine dining, 5-course meal restaurant and I can say without a doubt it was very much worth it! Beautiful indoor and outdoor seating, we sat outside and they have heaters set up at each table for colder weather and if you're still cold, they offer blankets which I've never experienced before! Our waiter was super fun and stayed on top of every meal and if we took a little longer than intended, there was no rush. Personally, I've never had anything that was on the menu so it was a first try for everything I order and I can say, it definitely was amazing! Definitely a great place for a fine dining experience and/or a date night. Definitely will come back to try more off their menu! read more

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Wow! Let's start with that Went for a 5 course meal not knowing what to expect, Was beyond expectations! Our waiter was amazing! The restaurant itself was very elegant and romantic. We sat outside and they have heaters at each table to help if you're cold. Also offered blankets if you were still cold which was very surprising and so nice! The food itself. It was an experience absolutely! Haven't had most of the things on this menu but was so very pleased and impressed with how good it all was. The food was so delicious and you can tell the quality of it immediately I'm not sure if the 5 course is a normal thing they keep around but I honestly don't think you can go wrong with anything from here Everything looks and tastes amazing! I highly recommend this place! They take very good care of their customers, the food is amazing, the restaurant is very nice and the drinks are great All in all will be coming back! read more

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We dined here on our recent trip to Napa after throughly researching and finding that this is the only high-end restaurant that has a vegan menu. The food is clearly labeled and the taste is AMAZING. All the veggies are locally grown (some right in front of the restaurant) and you can truly taste the difference. Not unexpectedly, service exceeded all our expectations and the atmosphere is very exquisite. We will definitely come back here. If you are looking for great vegan options in Napa, I would highly recommend this. read more

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I gotta be so for-real this place is not as good as the student-run St Helena location. We were told this is the moneymaking restaurant for the CIA and I can see why. While the dishes were presented beautifully and the service was quick and so warm and friendly, the flavors were lacking a bit. Maybe I just don't have that refined taste that others have. Otherwise, the art was so fun to look at. I also loved the garden and knowing that they use the garden ingredients in their dishes. read more

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The best steak ever. We've had steaks from all over and this is hands down the best. Also, photo is not of the whole steak. We couldn't wait, and dived in before taking the photo. read more

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We had a great dinner at The Grove. Our server Claudia was very friendly. The salad was huge and very fresh. The house made pasta was excellent but very small. My partner got the meatballs and said they were the best he ever had. Desserts were great. Overall we had a great time. read more

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Excellent service delicious pan a vote, nice warm meals, Claudia very much enhanced Our experience, it was amazing. read more

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We went for brunch and it was a delightful culinary adventure. We ordered very basic breakfast items, and they were all beyond our expectations - the sourdough pancake was fluffy and super flavorful, the scrambled eggs were perfect, and the bacon was delicious by the chef. Some of the downsides were that the surface was terrible and we didn't have a server to greet us for about 10 minutes after we sat down. There was no regular sugar when we ordered coffee nor a tea spoon provided and we had to follow up with a server. We also overheard drama with other reservations and saw some burnt omelettes being sent out by another chef. We are pleased that we had a great experience and this is something we would save her. However, the quality is not guaranteed based on stuff that we heard n read more

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We came here with our local friends and our excellent server Claudia happened to be their next door neighbor! Claudia saw our friends walk in and ordered complimentary starters (salad, focaccia, and fritto misto--all tasted fresh from the garden!) for our table to welcome us into the classy yet casual (but noisy) atmosphere. My partner and I ordered from the Culinary Institute of America's $55 3 course restaurant month menu. The white bean croquettes and beet salad were flavorful and filing. With Claudia's starters and our first course, we got quite full and needed to take most of the rest of our food (potato pasta, bucatini, and strawberry mousse) home. Claudia surprised my friends with a complimentary cherry cheesecake to end the evening. Thank you, Claudia and the Grove team for your gracious generosity! read more

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A very fun dining experience with excellent quality food. There's a good amount of parking, but it is shared with other businesses and can get crowded. The location has both indoor and outdoor seating available. We were able to make a reservation through OpenTable and were seated very quickly upon arrival. Most of the staff were very friendly and they were able to answer all of our questions about the menu items. All of the items that we ordered had very thoughtful presentation. Every dish was colorful and tasted as good as they looked. Brunch isn't usually my favorite, but I really enjoyed all of the dishes that we ordered. The beignets were by far my favorite item. They came out hot and fluffy and had the perfect level of sweetness. The portion sizes varied a little bit, but our group shared all of the dishes. They were definitely enough to keep someone full. All of the flavors were very well balanced and I'd be interested to try their dinner as well one day. read more

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Beautiful outdoor setting with vegetable garden view, and citrus grove on the walk from the parking lot. The food was amazing and service was great! read more

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We came for brunch in the outdoor patio and it was so amazing. The atmosphere is good. Price is a bit expensive but the blt sandwich and beignet was tasty and amazing! read more

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Came at a good time, was greeted and handled with care. However, once dinner parties rolled in, our waiter was MIA. There's two options to sit at: the chefs bar, or a regular table. Something that was odd to me about way the layout was made was that the actual bar felt like it was excluded from the restaurant. I tried the full course meal they offered. I think it's worth it if you wana try almost everything. read more

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We were given a gift certificate and decided to go to brunch. We stated with an outstanding "loaded Bloody Mary". It was fabulous. A bit pricy but definitely worth it. Our entrees were the Laktke and smoked trout Benedict. They were expertly prepared and a delight to see. Our server was attentive and knowledgeable. We sat outside on a glorious day and walked the grounds with all of the home grown vegetables, fruits, herbs, and decorative plants. Definitely a must do when in Napa. read more

Everything was amazing!! The dishes were not only presented well but the ingredients were fresh and went so well together. Our taste buds were happy! The best brunch we've had so far in Napa!! Highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Napa. Make sure to take a stroll through the garden and check out the museum on the second floor. read more

I really had high hopes for this place, but unfortunately this was our group's worst meal on our recent Napa trip. It was compounded by mysterious billing issues that took weeks to resolve as well. Walking up, the place was beautiful. I didn't go inside for long, as we had reserved an outside table. We had to wait a long time for someone to come to the table and even offer us waters. Waiting a long time ended up being the theme of the night, as there were super long waits between courses, between appearances of our server, and for drinks to come out. Some of the food tasted good, but arrived to the table cold. Some of the food tasted bad, but arrived to the table hot. Everything was super hit or miss, and there were too many negative notes and service issues to overcome. We had a pre-fixe menu that I'm not sure who set, and some of the dishes were just baffling. The bean puree appetizer was really bad and just left a bad taste in my mouth. The mushroom "steak" was bad and arrived to the table cold. The rockfish with mussels would have been super good had it not arrived to the table lukewarm. The bone-in ribeye was one I was really looking forward to. The steak was overcooked, yet was still somehow cold when we got it. It was also super tough and chewy. I guess when you think "CIA" and think of some of the chefs that have come out of there, maybe my expectations were too high? The way they price the food also meant my expectations were high. The website touts that their staff is "some of the best in the business" and many are CIA alum. The best thing of the night was the strawberry white chocolate mousse. We split the check evenly four ways, and then for some reason a member of our party ended up getting charged for 3/4th of the meal, even though they ran all 4 cards. At one point on my card, I had two pending charges from them and a pending refund from them. We had to call multiple times to get it straightened out after the trip. read more

Great service! The food was definitely different than I am used to but it was exciting to try new things. Our favorite was the house ricotta. The plating of everything was gorgeous and the ambiance outside in the evening was great! read more

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We were really expecting a lot from CIA being that food is their teaching! Food was cold, bitter, had funny after tastes, and nothing that should have ever been plated and served. Took forever to get our food and when we got it, it was cold. The fish had way too bones in it and was not nicely de-boned, was definitely not made to eat elegantly. We had to send several dishes back, including the salad that was bitter, the gnocchi that was hard and the pasta that was hard. The best dish was the tempura broccoli. The server was not very communicative to why there was such a delay in getting our food. We asked to speak to a manager so we can provide them feedback, he did come over and explain that they had some large parties that were causing the delay. He did apologize and took off the items we returned off our check and gave us 1 free drink and a clam dish that was too salty. Clearly there is a breakdown in their service because seems everyone was having issues that night. Such a disappointment because we were so looking forward to this dinner on our girls Napa Trip! read more

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We had a wonderful time celebrating our anniversary at The Grove! No complaints about the food, service was great, and ambiance was perfect for our date. I appreciate that there were not too many people dining on a Saturday night. We tried the focaccia, two pastas, and had the rockfish to share. I'd pass on the rockfish as it tasted pretty average, but THE GNOCCHI IS A MUST TRY! The gnocchi was probably the best pasta we've ever had- perfectly bouncy texture coated in a sweet nutty sauce. read more

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Went here to celebrate my mother's birthday and didn't regret it at all. From the outside to the inside, it was a nice, welcoming vibe. You are introduced to the fresh produce they use in their food while walking to the restaurant. We had a reservation and was seated in less than 5 minutes. The host and servers were very friendly and knowledgeable of the restaurant's history and the food they served. We ordered the calamari for appetizer and it was one of the best calamari I've ever tasted. My family agreed that some calamari in restaurant are too salty but this one was well balanced. Also the salad and definitely can taste the freshness of their farm to table concept. My taste buds were definitely challenged and I LOVED IT. My mother enjoyed her birthday dinner here and it was awesome because they offered her a bday champagne in the beginning as well. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Bring your family here or even a little solo dining experience. read more

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Dinner Review: Oregon Rockfish with Penn Cove Mussels at CIA at Copia Dining at CIA at Copia is always a bit of an experience--an artful blend of wine country elegance and farm-to-table precision--and tonight's dinner was no exception. I went with the Oregon Rockfish paired with Penn Cove Mussels, and it was a knockout from start to finish. The rockfish arrived beautifully seared, its skin golden and crisp, offering that satisfying snap before giving way to tender, buttery flesh. You could taste the freshness in every bite--clean, light, and kissed with just enough seasoning to let the fish take center stage. Cradling the rockfish was a gorgeous mix of Penn Cove Mussels, each one plump and briny, steeped in a broth that brought everything together. The sauce--a fragrant swirl of garlic, white wine, herbs, and a touch of cream--was pure comfort, rich but perfectly balanced. I found myself slowing down just to savor every spoonful, and yes, I shamelessly made the most of the crusty bread to soak up every last drop. The setting, as always at Copia, felt relaxed but refined, with attentive service that knew when to engage and when to let you simply enjoy. Between the precision on the plate and the serene Napa backdrop, it was a dinner that captured everything I love about California cuisine: fresh, local, unfussy, and full of flavor. This dish is a true reminder that simplicity--done right--can be downright spectacular. read more

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I came to The Grove for brunch with my kids, nephew and husband. From the moment we walked into the restaurant, everything was perfect. My daughter loves kitchens and learning about food and she was invited to sit at the counter while we waited and watch the open kitchen. The chef answered any and all questions she had and seemed to truly enjoy the conversation. He also talked to my nephew about food safety and handling. It was wonderful. At our table, our service from Julia was great. She was attentive and lovely. The food was incredible. While at the counter, my daughter and I had picked out our meals already, while watching what came over the pass. She ordered the shrimp and grits and I had the Strata. My girl loved her shrimps and I thought they were very good. But omg the Strata was something extraordinary. It's like an egg soufflé and it was just bursting with umami. After a few bites it was a bit much for my girl but I ate a bit if a crazy amount. My son had The Basic which is a "normal" breakfast of eggs, bacon and potatoes. But just perfectly made. The latke and pork belly sandwiches were also great. I can't wait to come back! read more

Highly recommend the Grove if you are in Napa! We stopped by to celebrate our anniversary and the staff made it extremely special for us! We opted for indoor seating, which was right next to glass doors that open to the outside. We ordered the Giardiniera and the Bel Fiore Burrata. I really enjoyed the Giardiniera because the pickled vegetables had the right amount of acidity and sweeteners with the added beets. The Burrata was standard in my opinion but the fried basil leaf definitely showed the culinary expertise of the Grove because that was a delicious addition. For mains, we ordered the Rigatoni Carbonara and the speciality pizza by Chef Sbarro. The pizza was slightly soggy at the bottom, which was a little disappointing because the meat and cheese blend was delicious. I WILL NEVER get over the Rigatoni Carbonara because the Guanciale was so crispy and yet moist on the inside. This is one of the best pastas that I have had in my life. The desserts were a let-down unfortunately: the strawberry tiramisu and Peach Pavlova. The strawberry tiramisu was pretty much a strawberry sponge cake because you couldn't really taste the mascarpone. The Pavlova was so overcooked that you couldn't not cut into it at all. Very disappointing dessert selection at the Grove. read more

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Good fine dining experience. Open, well lit modern layout with a tiny, full bar, and a good, local wine list. Service was friendly, though a visible kitchen staff was just standing, looking bored with her pinky in her mouth. The Foccacia was had interesting flavors. The Gnocchi with Oxtail Ragu had good flavor but was chewy. read more

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Please do yourself a favor and don't put too much stock in the negative reviews. I brought my wife here to celebrate her birthday and our anniversary. I had heard of The Grove's sister location at Greystone and was really excited to have a great meal and better yet one cooked by students who were on their way to a career. The meal did not disappoint at all. I felt like we were eating in a Michelin-star restaurant. We got the set menu experience and the food was superb. There was not a single dish that me or my wife had that was not the flavorful, enjoyable and absolutely worth the experience. It still amazes me that the food was cooked by students. Treat yourself and your loved one(s) to a wonderful and make a reservation. read more

I booked The Grove at Copia for Dinner, excited to take my Wife there for Valentine's after enjoying a Wonderful Brunch on the Hornblower in San Francisco.... My Booking was at 5pm, we finished the 4 Course Prix Fix, a little before 7pm..... I must say, I was extremely Dissatisfied. The wait time didn't bother much, as it was expected... But from 5pm - 6pm the restaurant wasn't very busy, and they only had a 4 Course Menu.... They had an Oyster Carbonara that was extremely bland... I let them know, and a Sous Chef came out to ask about the issue. I explained, and told him he should try it before serving more guests.... And then our main courses came out quite a while later. I ordered Antelope medium rare, but it came out medium, and was also extremely bland.. Also my wife ordered chicken fried quail, and it was also bland.... I informed Ben, the Manager on duty of my dissatisfaction with the dishes. And that I would probably never eat at Copia again. I explained that I wanted to just inform them so that they can adjust the dishes for the next guests.. Honestly, I expected them to remake my dishes the way they should have been. For $120 per person for a 4 Course Meal, No Dish had a Wow Factor. Very Disappointing. I Highly DO NOT recommend wasting your time at this place. I paid for my full meal, plus a 20% Gratuity... But I will Never Eat here again... I Highly Recommend going to, The Rutherford Grill, Coles Chophouse, The Waterfront... read more

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Overall, a solid dinner spot if you are in the area. The space is beautiful and modern and there is plenty of parking. I loved the artwork and the ambiance. Menu changes regularly so you know its going to be fresh. Service had its ups and downs. We never had to ask for water refills and generally very attentive service with people checking in; however our waitress didn't seem very knowledgeable on the menu. Presentation of the food is beautiful. We tried the scallop crudo and pesto gnocchi for starters. I am a huge fan of scallop sashimi so I enjoyed the crudo and the nice touches of flavor with he pickled radish and garlic chips on top. The pesto gnocchi has a nice twist with the spinach verbena sauce which was a nice base and the whole dish tasted super fresh. For my entree I got the chicken leg cacciatore paired with a semolina porridge. Chicken was cooked nicely with good flavors throughout but I was excited as chanterelles were listed as an ingredient but I could not distinguish it in the sauce. I also didn't think the olives suited the dish. If you are looking for a fine dining experience, you will likely be disappointed. Alum and students of the Culinary school work here and it seems like this place is a work in progress and fairly inconsistent. Had a nice meal here though nothing blew me away. read more

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Brunch was very good! I had the standard eggs and bacon breakfast which was good. Also got to try my girl friend's tomato stew (unsure of the official name) + eggs and that was undeniably tasty! Always a very good meal here, thank you read more

We really wanted to like The Grove. The best part is the setting - - beautiful restaurant, lovely gardens and water feature as you enter. But this did not make up for the lack of taste, especially in view of the price. Not good food--tempura asparagus (lacked flavor), smoke trout dip (runny consistency), oven roasted rockfish (so overcooked, dry, chewy), whole grilled branzino (accompanying succotash was so salty). Good food--porcini rigatoni carbonara (delicious) and polpette (flavorful meatballs). Service was slow, including drinks arrived well after the appetizers. I won't be returning. Food and service need help..... read more

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The starters were delicious especially the mushrooms. The mains were just ok. The fish was a little over cooked and the steak was very fatty. The desert was disappointing. The cake part was very dry. The services were very nice a patient as we were a large group. They forgot our potatoes but made them fresh when we asked and they were one of the best items. read more

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first time to grove at copia in forever! the last time i went was for my bday and its changed so much the lighting definitely pops out and feels more softer inside food was ok, i got the clam pizza as part of their special pizza series tour! i wouldve enjoyed it more if it had less cheese my friend's mushroom steak not pictured was quite interesting! it was vegan lol and the desserts were awesome! i got the almond milk gelato and my friend got the strawberry tiramisu service was ok! the host didnt really let us know about happy hour beverages and what was offered but the clean up of new plates of utensils were sort of nice! the thought of shared plates was missed will want to try saint helena next! read more

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After walking through Oxbow Market, we wandered into Copia at three in the afternoon. It was that weird hour where you missed lunch but you don't want to spoil your dinner. We ordered one salad an and iced tea. What arrived was a thoughtfully arranged plate of greens snipped from the garden steps away: multi-colored leaves of lettuces, nasturtium petals, perfect basil leaves, dill fronds, tossed evenly with a preserved lemon and thyme vinaigrette--stacked high with a blossom on top. Each bite was delicate, fresh and delicious. After exploring the incredible teaching resources at Copia, we walked around downtown and reserved kayaks at the river walk. Then we returned for dinner! The staff was surprised and our conversations continued. The Lion's Mane Mushroom Steak was an incredible feat, especially if you have seen the mushroom at the farmer's market. It transformed a furry white sponge via a sous vide marinade into flavor packed, soul satisfying bites. We also loved the Beet Agnolotti, tender little pillows of fresh pasta in a tangy tarragon crema. A guest chef shaped pizza dough and toasted it with creative toppings, and then there was the risky Garden Grape Pavlova. It was beautiful and full of playful textures, and carried the scents and taste of the air all around the valleys here in October. In a teaching kitchen such as this, lies an incredible opportunity to learn and experience from passionate new chefs. Express what you most enjoyed about your meal directly to the one that prepared it. And when you leave, your satisfaction will be bigger than what you can carry in your happy belly. read more

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Went to the Grove for naps restaurant week and the food and service were both outstanding. We were there early on a weeknight, so there weren't many other dinners present and the waitstaff have us a lot of attention. We will definitely be back many times. read more

Went here for brunch on a Saturday prior to wine tasting. Here are some highlights of our experience of The Grove. Food: The items that were ordered were the zeppole, tofu scramble, ricotta scramble, and egg tomato w/ toast. The food came quickly and served hot. I personally ordered the baked eggs in tomato w/ toast and it looked very much like a Turkish shakshuka. It was served hot on a skillet with two pieces of focaccia bread. Taste-wise it was good, nothing too strong. The toast was a bit on the harder side but it was still good. I also tried the tofu scramble and it was a bit bland for my liking, so probably won't order that again. The ricotta scramble was ordered by 3 people in our table. They all like the scramble part, but they all said the guanchale was a bit too sweet. They also wished it came with toast as it pairs well with it. The zeppole ordered for the table were like little donut holes with a strawberry preserve dip. It was cake-like in texture and a nice starter for those who are craving something sweet. Drinks: The drinks that were ordered were a hazel-tini, pineapple and orange mimosas and a lime martini. I only tried the hazel-tini, therefore I cannot speak for the other drinks but I can say that I did not hear any complaints from the people that ordered the other drinks. The hazel-tini was good, basically an espresso martini. I didn't necessarily taste much of the hazelnut tones that it probably should've had so I don't think I will get this again as it is basically just an espresso martini. Ambiance: The place was clean and pleasant. It is located inside the CIA @ Copia and had plenty of space for seating. The bathrooms were clean as well. Service: The servers we had were very attentive and ensured that we were having a good experience. They always checked in on us and provided us with whatever additional items we asked for. Overall I think this place provides a good dining experience with average food. I probably wouldn't go back for brunch but I would be willing to sample their dinner menu if given the chance. read more

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What a delightful brunch experience to start our last day in Napa Valley! The Grove at Copia located at the Culinary Institute of America in St. Helena offers an amazing outdoor dining experience. We were seated amongst fresh vegetables planted in soil beds while shaded under luscious greenery that filtered the summer air; the delightful service greatly complimented the farm-to-table aesthetics and vibe. Andrea attentively served our delicious meal while conversing about the history and significance of the Culinary Institute. Bonus: She boastfully talked about her experience at the Napa Valley Wine Train, which left us all planning a trip back very soon! Overall experience: 4/5 One point off as I think the menu could be a bit more expanded. But I'm sure this point would be easily retained once I experience dinner during the coveted 3D Dining Experience! Stay tuned! What we ordered: Brioche French Toast mascarpone cream & berry preserves Mezze Wrap beet yogurt, cherry tomato, cucumber, radish, burrata & kalamata olives French Onion Frittata x2 gruyere cheese, caramelized onions & garden salad Seared Tuna Niçoise x2 tomatoes, green beans, potato, egg & olives Chicken & Waffles x2 cornmeal waffle, dark maple syrup & cultured butter #napavalley #brunch read more

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Food was very well presented and delicious. This restaurant is tucked into a strippish kind of mall right by the downtown and Napa Train. It is also part of the culinary institute of America (CIA). Service was excellent, frequent and quick. Though they did seat us closer to our reservation time even though half of the restaurant was empty. May have been kitchen constrained. read more

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Me and my bff dined here during the March 2024 Women's History Month chef alumni series, featuring Laura Ozyilmaz. 3 Courses for about a little over $100 pp including tip and tax, $90 base rate (we prepaid). She owns Dalida in SF and is currently a star on Top Chef this season. We met her briefly and she was nice. The food was so delicous, it was served family style and the portions were big! We couldn't finish everything, and was able to take leftovers. We sat at the bar where the open kitchen was, the chef closest to us was kind and friendly. Service was amazing. Good ambience. Great food. Conveniently located right by Oxbow Market. Copia seems like a fun space, there was a museum upstairs that we didn't get to check out. The outside features a garden that the restaurant takes produce from. It was nice to walk around there before our meal. There's a bar/lounge right next to the restaurant. Would like to come back to try their regular menu. Fun and warm experience. Would recommend. read more

We enjoyed our Valentine's Day meals. I had spinach fettuccine which was tasty. Don't get a lot, but what I got was tasty. Other people in my party got the 4 course meal. Tasted the short ribs and my did it have great flavor! Ambiance was really nice. read more

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Where can I start.... The food is out of this world!!! We got Claudia as a server and service was amazing!!! We sat in front of the kitchen and watching the chefs cook was such a wonderful experience. Jessie was one if the chefs ghat cooked our food and he is super charismatic and professional. The chef Keith was also super nice. I highly recommend this place. We will definitely be back. This place deserves its hype. Ambiance is relaxed and perfect for a date or a chill night. read more