Yountville Travel Guide

 
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Things to Do  

Cakebread Wine Tasting

Cakebread Wine Tasting, Yountville

 blueskyjohn Says:  This is one of my favorite wines so I searched them out when I arrived in wine country. It is a very modest winery with no signage at all of their location. They are wight on route 29 only minutes from Yountville. Wine tasting is by appointment. They only take 6 people at a... 

Wine Tasting at Domaine Chandon

Wine Tasting at Domaine Chandon, Yountville

 orcoastgirl Says:  Domaine Chandon offers a nice variety of wines, sparkling wines and champagne for tasting and purchasing. The grounds are very pretty, there are outdoor tables set up to enjoy your tastings. We enjoyed a glass of Pinot Noir out on the outdoor patio.This is a nice place to... 

Hotels  

Bardessono

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Hotel Luca

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Restaurants  

Bouchon Bakery: Great pastries!

Bouchon Bakery: Great pastries!, Yountville

 blueskyjohn Says:  A small bakery with great pastries. They also have breakfast sandwiches as well as lunches. There is a busy to go line in the mornings. They have outdoor seating only. The chocolate filled croissant was amazing. I went here two days in a row and also got some for the road... 

REDD: Great food!

REDD: Great food!, Yountville

 blueskyjohn Says:  This was an excellent dining experience. There are two dining areas, one is a covered outdoor area and the other is indoor. We ate indoors. This place is very difficult to get a reservation. When we were waiting for our table I heard the hostess on the phone with someone... 

The Wine Garden Restaurant: Don't miss The American Kobe Beef Brisket Sliders

The Wine Garden Restaurant: Don't miss  The American Kobe Beef Brisket Sliders, Yountville

 Happydinning Says:  The Wine Gardent Restaurant is a delightful place to dine. The menu has a variety of items to select from such as Shrimp Hush Puppies, Cover Crop Salad and Roasted Veggie Sandwishes. All dishes are prepared to share. Its small plate dinning at its best. They offer fun... 

Pacific Blues Caffe: Vintage Yountville

Pacific Blues Caffe: Vintage Yountville, Yountville

 Agraichen Says:  Located just across from the YountVille "shopping barn" that has been recreated this is a welcome respite. The drinks area great, the food, just ok. hmmmmm..no favorites really. Food is adequate but not outstanding. 

Ad Hoc: Comfort Food in Yountville

Ad Hoc: Comfort Food in Yountville, Yountville

 orcoastgirl Says:  This is Thomas Keller's latest venue in Yountville and it's here to stay, now accepting reservations also, which you will need here. The concept is one menu for everyone, which includes 4 yummy courses. Here's what I had:White Bean & Escarole Soup with sausage, capay leeks... 

The French Laundry: Not your average restaurant...

The French Laundry: Not your average restaurant..., Yountville

 310ValleyGirl Says:  Get ready to open your wallet. This is not your average restaurant. The service can be compared to no other. (Not that you would, but intentionally bump into a waiter and they blame themselves.) The winelist is filled with the finest wines imaginable. (But, if you bring your... 

REDD: Lovely Lunch at REDD

REDD: Lovely Lunch at REDD, Yountville

 orcoastgirl Says:  Our lunch at REDD was amazing a couple of weeks ago. The dining room is very pretty with hardwood floors and very nicely appointed tables. I started with a Yellowfish Tuna & Hamachi Tartare appetizer that was very good. My husband and I shared the Shrimp Salad with Butter... 

The French Laundry: 2-Month Wait

The French Laundry: 2-Month Wait, Yountville

 Agraichen Says:  Located in the heart of historic Yountville, CA sits a relatively non-discript two story building, on Washington Street. Reservaions arre available only by telephone and only 2-months in advance - TOO THE DAY/DATE. Availability fills quickly so be on your toes as the hour... 

Hurley's: Great preparation and taste

Hurley's: Great preparation and taste, Yountville

 Agraichen Says:  Located just across the street from Yountville's 1870 shopping "mall" on Washington Street, Hurley's provides either formal or casual dining (inside or out). It may look small, but there are a number of rooms which make the size deceiving. I had chicken while my wife went... 

PJ Steak: Incredible Lobster Pasta

PJ Steak: Incredible Lobster Pasta, Yountville

 Agraichen Says:  PJ Steak is located in the "historic" part of Yountville on Washington Street. The menu is wonderful with choices from vegetarian, chicken, fish, and meat. Something for most everyone. I can't wait to go back again to try something different. We started with a pear, walnut,... 

My Favorite Yountville Restaurants

My Favorite Yountville Restaurants, Yountville

 100ACRE Says:  Treat these restaurants as "must-see destinations" when you come to this City.$$$$$ - expensive$$$ - moderate$ - inexpensiveBistro Jeanty $$$* ideal bistro across the highway from Domain Chandon* open all day* favorites: just about everythingPiatti $$$* favorites: wood-fire... 

Nightlife  

"The Washington Strip": Bar hopping
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kalkahuna 25 reviews

Yountville has some great restaurants with some very nice bars. The main drag of Yountville is Washington Street.

On some of our thirstier summer nights, we've been known to walk to Piatti's at the south of "The Strip" then hit Bistro Jeanty, Hurley's, Pacific Blues Cafe, Bouchon's, Compadre's and wind up at Napa Valley Grille.
All is within walking (stumbling?) distance to "The Rail" or Bordeaux House.

Dress Code: Very casual but all sorts of dress.

Written Dec 12, 2002

Address: Washington Street, Yountville

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Shopping  

Venik International: OH, WOW, furniture....

Venik International: OH, WOW, furniture...., Yountville

 Agraichen Says:  The current shop will be no longer almost as this writing as the "city" has deemed the land must be developed. Yet the craft of Venika will live on as this is merely a showcase of their artistry.Furniture as and art form to a new dimention. Don't ask prices if you can't... 

Silver Willows: Unique Art items

Silver Willows: Unique Art items, Yountville

 Agraichen Says:  Tucked into the left side of the bottom floor of Vintage 1870 in Yountville, the Silver Willows provides a unique artistic touch. Great gifts abound. Glassware, statues, jewelry all very unique. the sky could be the limit depending on the piece 

The Barrel Cellar: Wine Accessories and Gifts

The Barrel Cellar: Wine Accessories and Gifts, Yountville

 Agraichen Says:  Located on the second floor of the Vintage 1870 shopping "center" is a wonderful location to find just that perfect gift for the wine affectionardo on your list. Dru Montanelli, the Proprietress is quite pleasant and has just the suggestion for those who might be... 

Discount Outlets

Discount Outlets, Yountville

 Agraichen Says:  Not one, but over 4 dozen "factory outlets" greet you at the entrance to the Napa Valley. Most anything from clothes, to luggage. Don't let the "outlet" name fool you. You have to know the merchandice, but normally the prices are lower than retail. Watch the "sale" items... 

Sports & Outdoors  

A bike tour starting/finishing point
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kalkahuna 25 reviews

Other than biking thru the rolling hills of Tuscany, Napa Valley is one of the best road rides around.
Yountville is a good starting and finishing point as there are a lot of "Crossing" roads that go through the vineyards.
And it's always nice to finish a long ride with a Guiness on the patio at Pacific Blues Cafe.

Equipment: A bicycle.
Just about any type. If you are in shape, you can get away with doing the Silverado Trail and Hwy 29 on an old Schwinn paperboy bike, but we suggest a good 18 speed bike.

Pretty decent shoulders on the roads but you always have to error on the side of caution when biking anywhere!

Written Dec 12, 2002

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Bicyclists to your marks!
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kalkahuna 25 reviews

Favorite thing: Yountville is a great central location to start and end a bike ride. You have access to the main highway but you can also use the fronatge roads and the "Crossings" that go back and forth thru the beautiful vineyards and to the Silverado Trail.

Fondest memory: Each year we try and go and ride in the "Tour of Napa Valley". Choose from the 30, 65 or 100 mile courses.
It's put on by the Eagle Cycling Club.

http://www.eaglecyclingclub.org/

They put on a great ride. Sag wagon, rest/fuel stops and a really nioce BBQ and live music bash at the end.
Starts and stops at the Yountville Veterans Home right near the Napa Museum.

Written Feb 25, 2003

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