Tour Vin – New Restaurants to Check Out in Napa Valley

Published on: July 18th, 2016

It’s not easy to keep up on Napa Valley’s new food venues. Fear not – Tour Vin has the scoop on all the current hot spots!

Starting in Calistoga, check out Johnny’s Restaurant & Bar (the old space was occupied by JoLe’s and Barolo) in the center of town. The restaurant offers seafood, steak and salads, while the bar offers charcuterie and oysters. So far, Johnny’s is receiving great reviews!

Do you remember the Fish Story space in downtown Napa? The original concept struggled, so now Basalt (opened in April) resides here and offers a California-based menu with influences from Spain, Mexico and Portugal. Small and big plates are available and include chicken, quail, black cod, pork tenderloin and ranch rib eye. You get the picture – many fantastic choices.

Two Birds/One Stone just opened and is conveniently located in the newly renovated Freemark Abbey Winery in St. Helena. Featuring California cuisine, you can enjoy Wagyu short ribs, prawns, duck breast, King salmon and more. As an aside, check out the new tasting room – we are hearing very good things!

JCB of Raymond Vineyards fame opened a tasting salon in Yountville. What is unique to this venue, named Atelier by JCB, is their offering of wine, cheese, caviar, seafood, charcuterie, pate, pasta, tea and coffee. Stop in while you are strolling through beautiful downtown Yountville.

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Cheers!
Ed Pollard
Tour Vin
Napa Valley Concierge