Bistro Don Giovanni

4110 Howard Ln, Napa
(707) 224-3300

Recent Reviews

Anita Gross

The gnocchi was good but it needed more ragú.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Veal Parmigiana

Luis Grassitelli

Great service, super charming place and excellent food.We weren't very hungry and ordered a carpaccio starter, two glasses of wine from the Hall winery and a Bolognese which was wonderful.We were served by Carlos, who was super attentive and gave us tips on the dishes and that, given our level of hunger, we could share a dish.I highly recommend it (needs reservation).

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Giancarlo Fradella

Our cocktail curator Mike was phenomenal

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Marielle Rutherford

Fabulous spot for a good lunch or dinner with a true Napa vibe. Patio in the vineyard is hard to beat.Vegetarian options: Some vegetarian but few vegan options. Only "complaint" we have for this otherwise wonderful spot.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Gnocchetti Al Ragu D'Agnello, Spaghetti & Clams, Grilled Octopus Salad, Fritto Misto, Tiramisu, Creme Brulee, Caesar Salad, Bambini Pizza, Risotto of the Day, Beet Salad

Stephen Hawking

Some of the best Italian food I've ever had. The ambience is incredible and the staff is great. The pasta, well you can't go wrong with the pasta!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

charlie badaoui

Italian dish in Napa .

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Darlene N.

Leo was our server. He was by far, the best, most easy going server we've had after coming here so many times the past year. The food was good. I still think hands down one of the best pork chops I've ever had, it was moist and delicious. If you crave something salty and sweet (the fruitetta sauce), do you taste buds a favor and get the pork chop plate. The potatoes were so crispy. My boyfriend ordered the gnocchi, and that's his go-to dish. We went around 3pm so the place was pretty empty, but from past experiences it gets really busy so reservation is a must.

S S.

We went there with our work family to try their food. Beautiful Restaurant outside and inside. Hostess was very professional, friendly and very accommodating. Our server Luis and his helper were great. We sat outside and it was very comforting. Chefs did an amazing work for creating a great menu, we wanted to try everything and almost did. No matter what dish you order you will end up enjoying it. We ordered lots of food and ended up loving 95% of it. We will definitely be going back.

Steve F.

We went to the restaurant with a week in advance reservation Saturday night with another couple visiting from Southern California. We had been to the restaurant a few times over the last ten years, including once for our anniversary. The restaurant has expanded and we were put in a section that was not very appealing. Although the service was ok, the food was mediocre, not befitting of the prices (about $30 for a small plate of vegetarian ravioli).

Sean J.

Stopped by after a tasting at Domaine Carneros on a sunny afternoon. We sat outside and were greeted with a warm smile and complimentary fresh bread with olive oil and vinegar. The warm sun gave warmth to the patio that an abundance of umbrellas to keep the sun out of our eyes. Our waiter suggested the pasta and fish of the day, which we got both. The meal was served hot and paired nicely with a chilled Pinot Gris. We definitely will be back to enjoy more fantastic items on the menu.

Tyler Edmondson (Theater Design Company)

Great place. Have eaten here twice while down in Napa for work. Highly recommended.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tiramisu, Risotto of the Day

Simone Amaral

The food was amazing and a great atmosphere. Very cost-effective. However, the waitress tried to rip us off in the bill, which was very unfortunate.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 3

Antonio Barbato (protocollo81)

The restaurant itself is nice but the food on the other hand wasn't great at all. Honestly we visit this place based on other people reviews and pictures but the experience wasn't great. The food was bland (expecially the risotto of the day), I took some gnocchetti and while the sauce was ok the gnocchi wasn't very good and for the high prices Honestly I was expecting way more better food. In addition the whole staff looked stressed, overwhelmed so as consequence not very friendly. After this visit I honestly won't recommend this place because is expensive and the food do not reflect the prices.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Fritto Misto

Rachel F.

Amazing atmosphere, food and service! A must do as a Napa valley native. And Don Giovanni just may seat you himself. He's there often. It's a great local spot.

Yolanda Santana

This was our first time here and it was absolutely delicious. We had the fried olives and veal. Must go and we will absolutely go back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tiramisu, Veal Parmigiana, Fried Olives

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