The French Laundry
12 expert reviews
“An old stone building laced with ivy houses the most acclaimed restaurant in the Napa Valley—and, indeed, one of the most highly regarded in the country.”
– Fodor's
San Francisco Chronicle
4.0
"Those who persevere are in for a magical experience. Keller believes that when diners finish a dish, they should crave one more bite, so he teases the palate through nine courses." Full review
The World's 50 Best Restaurants
50.0
"With no single ingredient repeated twice on any menu, each dish achieves a perfect harmony and flavour balance. " Full review
Travel + Leisure
"One of the world’s hardest-to-score tables (where diners have been known to wait a year for reservations) has been praised to the heavens for more than a decade now—and deservedly so." Full review
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There’s little to do but choose between the vegetable menu or the chef’s nine-course tasting menu (both change daily) and then sit back and relax.
Forbes Travel Guide
5 Stars
"Dishes are small and prompt contemplation on the perfect marriage of fresh, pristine ingredients on each plate. " Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"The pinnacle of California dining, Thomas Keller’s French Laundry is epic, a high-wattage culinary experience on par with the world’s best." Full review
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Avoid tables before 7pm; first-service seating moves a touch quickly.
Zagat
4.9
"French-American fine-dining destination." Full review
Time Out
"Be it grilled veal tongue with peaches and cornichon relish or earshell clam tartare in finger-lime aigre-doux—you know that he’s set the standard for immaculate service as well. " Full review
Gayot
19.0
"Chef-proprietor Thomas Keller’s iconic Yountville destination presents culinary wizardry." Full review
Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Over 20 years old and topping every foodie’s bucket list, Thomas Keller’s legendary destination still doesn’t miss a beat" Full review
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Choose from two seasonal tasting menus, including a vegetarian option.
Travel + Leisure
"Thomas Keller's three-Michelin-star restaurant is considered one of the top in America for its innovative take on classic French dishes"
Napa Valley Travel Guide
November 15, 2021