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Bottega Napa ValleyvsBistro Don Giovanni
Both establishments are recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Bistro Don Giovanni is preferred by most professionals compared to Bottega Napa Valley. Bistro Don Giovanni comes in at #8 in Napa Valley with endorsements from 8 sources like Lonely Planet, Michelin Guide and Fodor's.
Bottega Napa Valley
San Francisco Chronicle
Frommer's
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
goop
Zagat
Michelin Guide
Time Out
6525 Washington St, Yountville, CA 94599
From $31/night
San Francisco Chronicle3.0
"Specialties: Shaved Brussels sprouts salad; warm pecorino custard; polenta under glass; goat-milk-braised lamb shank; smoked braised short ribs; wood-oven-roasted fish with Meyer lemon." Full review
Frommer's "Emmy-winning TV host Michael Chiarello was a chef first, and here he goes back to his roots." Full review
Fodor's "The food at chef Michael Chiarello's trattoria is simultaneously soulful and inventive, transforming local ingredients into regional Italian dishes with a twist." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The menu is rustic southern Italian, with dishes such as roast pork and honey-sage–roasted apples and grilled quail and black-olive sausage." Full review
goop "If you’re a Food Network addict, it’s worth putting Bottega on your list so you can taste Michael Chirello’s Italian menu in person." Full review
Zagat4.5
"Lively winery spot for Italian cuisine." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Plate
"Michael Chiarello is one of the original celebrity chefs, and his higher-end Napa Valley outpost draws fans from around the globe...autumn-hued dining room welcomes crowds with comfy banquettes" Full review
Time Out "Chef Michael Chiarello has returned to his culinary roots by creating seasonal farm-to-table Italian cuisine reflecting the bold flavors of Chiarello’s heritage in his signature style 1st made famous at Tra Vigne in the 90’s" Full review
Bistro Don Giovanni San Francisco Chronicle Fodor's Michelin Guide goop
Lonely Planet
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4110 Howard Ln, Napa, CA 94558-1635
From $20/night
San Francisco Chronicle3.5
"The grounds, which overlook vineyards, include an expansive garden and beautifully designed fountain. Pastas and pizza shine, but so does anything from the grill or wood oven." Full review
Fodor's "At this boisterous bistro with a roadhouse feel you can peek past the copper pots hanging in the open kitchen to see the 750°F wood-burning oven." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"Located just off Highway 29, Bistro Don Giovanni can be easy to pass, but driving by would mean forgoing incredible Napa people-watching and superbly consistent Italian food." Full review
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If it's sunny, choose one of the rattan chairs on the peerless, postcard-perfect garden terrace.
goop "They’re known for classic Italian fare, with excellent homemade pasta—the fettucine Bolognese with duck ragu is a must-order. Ask to sit outside in the perfectly charming garden space." Full review
Lonely Planet "This long-running favorite roadhouse serves modern-Italian pastas, crispy pizzas and wood-roasted meats." Full review
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Request a vineyard-view table (good luck).
Where "This culinary institution near the southern end of the valley’s winery corridor offers the charm of a Mediterranean country bistro, with a shaded porch and such fare as house-made pasta entrees." Full review
Tasting Table "A reigning member of Downtown Napa's old restaurant guard, this lively Italian bistro is the kind of place you want to be a regular at." Full review
Zagat4.5
"its “excellent” food and “lengthy” wine list to the “lovely” setting and “lively” atmosphere; “top-notch” service...make for “destination” dining that's an “escape to perfection.”" Full review
Gayot14.0
"Bubbling bistro with satisfying Italian fare." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Your veggie choices here are pretty slim. But if you're channeling your inner carnivore you're in for a treat. Austrian dishes couldn't be more authentic and meals are reasonably priced." Full review
