We asked our member wineries what for tips on great things to see, do, eat, and drink when visiting St. Helena. Below are their recommendations!
Fe Wines – www.fewines.com
Charter Oak has some fun large format cocktails that serve 4-6 people. Don’t miss the raw vegetable platter. The produce is sourced from their culinary garden at the St. Helena Montessori School Campus, and the accompanying fermented soy dip is outrageously delicious.
School House Vineyard – www.schoolhousevineyard.com
Alila has the best margarita in the Valley
Spring Mountain Vineyard – www.springmountainvineyard.com
Bike the Silverado Trail, drive to the summits of Spring Mountain, Howell Mountain & Mt. Veeder
Luscher-Ballard – www.luscher-ballard.com
Early Breakfast at the Farmer’s Market in Saint Helena, A walk and a swim in the Bothe State Park.
Smith-Madrone – www.smithmadrone.com
Ordering carnitas chimichangas to go at Villa Corona in St. Helena after a long day
Barnett Vineyards – www.barnettvineyards.com
Summer concert series at Lyman Park
Flying Lady – www.flyinglady.com
Breakfast burrito at Aztec Market, lunch outside at Farmstead, driving up Spring Mountain Road, Ana’s—Napa’s best dive bar, The Cameo Cinema.
Keenan – www.keenanwinery.com
One of our favorite places to eat in St. Helena is Himalayan Sherpa Kitchen on Main Street.
Sherwin Family Vineyards – www.sherwinfamilyvineyards.com
Dine at Brasswood, Cook, The Charter Oak, have a margarita at Acacia House, have the mini ham sandwiches at Farmstead, have the Ahi Poke crispy tacos at Gott’s, visit Napa Valley Olive Oil Manufacturing Company on Charter Oak Avenue, very authentic Italian food items offered in a rustic barn.
Schweiger Vineyards – www.schweigervineyards.com
Get off the beaten path and explore the hidden gems the backroads Napa County has to offer.
Behrens Family Winery – www.behrensfamilywinery.com
Negronis and fried olives at Goose & Gander, sandwiches from Guigni’s Deli and step back in time at The St Helena Olive Oil Company.
Newton Vineyard – www.newtonvineyard.com
Pop a few minutes up the road to Calistoga to visit Newton’s new tasting room at 1171 Tubbs Lane
Pride Mountain Vineyards – www.pridewines.com
St. Helena Summer concert series in the park are fun!
Vineyard 7 & 8 – www.vineyard7and8.com
Of course coming to the Napa Valley, especially for first time visitors, you have to go to Gott’s Roadside! A staple here in the Valley, and great way to fill the bellies between tastings, or a nice casual outdoor break from the other great restaurants in the Valley.
Marston Family Vineyard – www.marstonfamilyvineyard.com
Charter Oak is a personal favorite for food, wine, cocktails and overall ambience, and always a fan of hiking Mount St. Helena if someone is looking for a little outdoor adventure to work off their food and wine consumption.