The food and atmosphere at Zuzu Tapas & Paella were great, and we really enjoyed our visit.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Yasim Kolathayil
If you sit outside you get to see the lively street.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Megan Donner
ZuZu is always excellent! Yesterday we had the best brussel sprouts ever.
Recommended dishes: Tapas
Josephine Beck
My favorite bar in downtown Napa! We come here about once a month for drinks and have dabbled into the menu a bit. The specials are always very good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sonoma Coast Lamb Chops with Moroccan Barbeque Glaze Mint \u0026 Curry Oil
YAN CHEN
Last time I had lunch here zuzu, I like the foods. It tastes good. And the service was good. Then today I came again. The foods still taste good, but the service was very poor. We had four people sit down for 5mins, then ask us “ are you ready for order?” No smile, no ask for drink. There is not busy. Only one table has customers. Ok, fine I am not expect full service. But….. when there are three white people came in, and my husband go to restroom before they come. The waiter just push the chair very rude and hit my leg. First my husband still came back. Second, if the chair is blocking the way, you can push it a little bit. Also, I don’t think the chair is blocked the way because we didn’t move the chair to the middle of the way. I so curious we got this service because we are Asia?
Food: 4
Service: 1
Joseph Zak
Loved ZuZu. Everything was great. Best meal on our vacation so far. The quality for the price was unmatched.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
J Nino
I had to stop by and try their food. Amazing Highly recommend, it must be that name.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dr. Richard Zhao
Tapas Adventure with Dear Friends at ZuZu, Napa, California
Our day in Napa with Dr. T and his wife was truly one to remember. After visiting the legendary wineries—Chateau Montelena and Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, both part of the famous 1976 Judgment of Paris—we ended our afternoon with something more casual yet equally special: a stop at ZuZu, a cozy little Spanish tapas restaurant tucked in downtown Napa.
The moment we stepped inside, I felt as if we had wandered into a warm bodega somewhere in Spain. The rustic interior, soft lighting, and the cheerful Spanish hostess who greeted us with a smile instantly made us feel at home. It was one of those places where conversation flows easily and time slows down—perfect for catching up with good friends.
We decided to share a few tapas, keeping it light before dinner. The Ceviche arrived first—a bright mix of flounder, avocado, citrus, and jicama. That crisp, watery sweetness from the jicama really surprised me; it reminded me a little of chestnut, and I couldn’t help but rave about it. The Pear Salad, with candied bacon and a PX sherry vinaigrette, was another delightful surprise—so well-balanced and refreshing.
Then came the Gambas al Ajillo, sizzling shrimp in garlic, pequin chili, and smoky pimentón. The sauce was irresistible—we wiped the plate clean with toasted bread.
Since our friends had never tried Jamón, I had to introduce them to this Spanish treasure. Its deep color, savory flavor and silky texture were unforgettable. I still laugh thinking about my mistake—I initially mistook the two brown bread for slices of Jamón on the black plate! That little mix-up became the running joke of the afternoon.
We ended with the Seared Pork Cheeks and Braised Tongue served with fuyu persimmons—rich, tender, and beautifully presented. By then, the wine from earlier in the day and the easy laughter around the table made everything taste even better.
It wasn’t just a meal—it was one of those simple, perfect moments shared with longtime friends, surrounded by good food, good stories, and that unmistakable Napa charm. I’ll always remember that afternoon at ZuZu not just for the delicious tapas, but for the warmth of friendship that made it truly special.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
han liu
Probably the restaurant with the worst service and attitude in Napa, not pet friendly at all, and the food is just okay. Not recommended, you can find somewhere much better
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Destinee Patrick
Came to eat here based on a recommendation. Service was really good and the place was super cozy. Food was amazing! If I’m in Napa again this will be a must stop for lunch or dinner! My favorites were the tartar and paella 🙂↕️
It really is A Wonderful Life at Zuzu Xtra points if you get the reference ;) Every bite of every dish was exceptional. Ceviche- different & delicious. Queso frita-YUM! Mussels- possibly my favorite! And Paella del dio-WOW! We will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tapas, Paella Del Dia, Ceviche Del Dia
Sylvain Pendaries
Zuzu delivered a mixed three-star experience. I found the small plates to be competently executed and perfectly adequate, but they ultimately lacked the complexity or memorable spark to be truly great tapas. Service was only passable for me; unfortunately, they brought my order out wrong, which definitely interrupted the flow of the meal. The experience was thankfully redeemed by the thoughtfully curated wine list. This selection shows excellent breadth and depth, focusing on Spanish wines that provide ideal complementary pairings to the cuisine. While the vinous offerings are a highlight, the overall dining experience keeps Zuzu firmly in the average category.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Tapas
K D
had the gambas al ajillo - i’ll probably think about this flavor for the rest of my life. thank you chefs at zuzu :) thank you to the really generous servers and hosts who made the experience great!
Tiffany Rae
Delicious. I had the steak and cuban sweet potatoes.. It was amazing. I would go back to Napa (i live in LA) just for those potatoes.. the service was good. It was quick. It also wasn't ridiculously expensive. I would totally go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jon M
Hunter was an amazing server! Remembered us after 6 months. Thanks for everything :)
The food and atmosphere at Zuzu Tapas & Paella were great, and we really enjoyed our visit.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
If you sit outside you get to see the lively street.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
ZuZu is always excellent! Yesterday we had the best brussel sprouts ever.
Recommended dishes: Tapas
My favorite bar in downtown Napa! We come here about once a month for drinks and have dabbled into the menu a bit. The specials are always very good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sonoma Coast Lamb Chops with Moroccan Barbeque Glaze Mint \u0026 Curry Oil
Last time I had lunch here zuzu, I like the foods. It tastes good. And the service was good. Then today I came again. The foods still taste good, but the service was very poor. We had four people sit down for 5mins, then ask us “ are you ready for order?” No smile, no ask for drink. There is not busy. Only one table has customers. Ok, fine I am not expect full service. But….. when there are three white people came in, and my husband go to restroom before they come. The waiter just push the chair very rude and hit my leg. First my husband still came back. Second, if the chair is blocking the way, you can push it a little bit. Also, I don’t think the chair is blocked the way because we didn’t move the chair to the middle of the way. I so curious we got this service because we are Asia?
Food: 4
Service: 1
Loved ZuZu. Everything was great. Best meal on our vacation so far. The quality for the price was unmatched.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had to stop by and try their food. Amazing Highly recommend, it must be that name.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tapas Adventure with Dear Friends at ZuZu, Napa, California
Our day in Napa with Dr. T and his wife was truly one to remember. After visiting the legendary wineries—Chateau Montelena and Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, both part of the famous 1976 Judgment of Paris—we ended our afternoon with something more casual yet equally special: a stop at ZuZu, a cozy little Spanish tapas restaurant tucked in downtown Napa.
The moment we stepped inside, I felt as if we had wandered into a warm bodega somewhere in Spain. The rustic interior, soft lighting, and the cheerful Spanish hostess who greeted us with a smile instantly made us feel at home. It was one of those places where conversation flows easily and time slows down—perfect for catching up with good friends.
We decided to share a few tapas, keeping it light before dinner. The Ceviche arrived first—a bright mix of flounder, avocado, citrus, and jicama. That crisp, watery sweetness from the jicama really surprised me; it reminded me a little of chestnut, and I couldn’t help but rave about it. The Pear Salad, with candied bacon and a PX sherry vinaigrette, was another delightful surprise—so well-balanced and refreshing.
Then came the Gambas al Ajillo, sizzling shrimp in garlic, pequin chili, and smoky pimentón. The sauce was irresistible—we wiped the plate clean with toasted bread.
Since our friends had never tried Jamón, I had to introduce them to this Spanish treasure. Its deep color, savory flavor and silky texture were unforgettable. I still laugh thinking about my mistake—I initially mistook the two brown bread for slices of Jamón on the black plate! That little mix-up became the running joke of the afternoon.
We ended with the Seared Pork Cheeks and Braised Tongue served with fuyu persimmons—rich, tender, and beautifully presented. By then, the wine from earlier in the day and the easy laughter around the table made everything taste even better.
It wasn’t just a meal—it was one of those simple, perfect moments shared with longtime friends, surrounded by good food, good stories, and that unmistakable Napa charm. I’ll always remember that afternoon at ZuZu not just for the delicious tapas, but for the warmth of friendship that made it truly special.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Probably the restaurant with the worst service and attitude in Napa, not pet friendly at all, and the food is just okay. Not recommended, you can find somewhere much better
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Came to eat here based on a recommendation. Service was really good and the place was super cozy. Food was amazing! If I’m in Napa again this will be a must stop for lunch or dinner! My favorites were the tartar and paella 🙂↕️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
It really is A Wonderful Life at Zuzu Xtra points if you get the reference ;)
Every bite of every dish was exceptional. Ceviche- different & delicious. Queso frita-YUM! Mussels- possibly my favorite! And Paella del dio-WOW! We will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tapas, Paella Del Dia, Ceviche Del Dia
Zuzu delivered a mixed three-star experience. I found the small plates to be competently executed and perfectly adequate, but they ultimately lacked the complexity or memorable spark to be truly great tapas. Service was only passable for me; unfortunately, they brought my order out wrong, which definitely interrupted the flow of the meal. The experience was thankfully redeemed by the thoughtfully curated wine list. This selection shows excellent breadth and depth, focusing on Spanish wines that provide ideal complementary pairings to the cuisine. While the vinous offerings are a highlight, the overall dining experience keeps Zuzu firmly in the average category.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Tapas
had the gambas al ajillo - i’ll probably think about this flavor for the rest of my life. thank you chefs at zuzu :) thank you to the really generous servers and hosts who made the experience great!
Delicious. I had the steak and cuban sweet potatoes.. It was amazing. I would go back to Napa (i live in LA) just for those potatoes.. the service was good. It was quick. It also wasn't ridiculously expensive. I would totally go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hunter was an amazing server! Remembered us after 6 months. Thanks for everything :)
Service: 5
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