For those of us who like to sleep in late – especially on weekends – brunch is our favorite meal. Usually served between 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (give or take an hour or so), brunch in Napa combines the best of breakfast and lunch with seasonal ingredients, and relaxed wine country vibes.
We’ve selected some of our favorite brunch spots in Napa below. Enjoy a wonderful meal, then stroll around and see what makes Napa such a fabulous place to visit.
WEEKEND BRUNCHES IN NAPA
If you had a busy workweek, the weekend is an especially happy time for you.
A favorite establishment of area residents, Kitchen Door, is serving up brunch from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the weekend. The Todd Humphries restaurant offers an assortment of delicious meals, such as a breakfast pizza, lox and latke, eggs benedict and more along with a variety of beverages.
At Napkins Bar & Grill, brunch favorites range from French toast topped with seasonal fruit and whipped cream to savory dishes like the salmon benedict or breakfast burrito with grilled steak. Enjoy elevated entrées such as citrus habanero organic chicken or linguine shrimp with basil lemon herb butter sauce, available from 11 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. on the weekend. Try a Napkins’ brunch bloody mary or mimosa, and make sure to ask for the flavor of the day.
For a true farm-to-table experience, try the weekend brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at The Grove at Copia, the signature restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America in Downtown Napa. Whether you dine outdoors in the garden or in the dining room with views of the kitchens, try delicacies such as deviled eggs carbonara, smoked ham sliders, avocado bruschetta or buttermilk fried quail and rye waffles. The beverages are just as special, with hazel-tinis and sunrise spritzes heading the drink menu.
Mediterranean-style fare is considered among the healthiest food available, so if you’re in the Napa area on the weekend, make sure to stop by Tarla Mediterranean Grill from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a fantastic brunch. A mimosa or bloody mary will serve as the perfect complement to such dishes as open-faced crab and eggs, garden omelet or Lebanese French toast, just to name a few.
The Historic Napa Mill is home to Celadon, an award-winning restaurant that serves elevated global comfort food, much to the delight of its patrons. From 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the weekend, you can start your visit with a bellini, mimosa or bloody mary, then choose from brunch items like braised pork hash, chilaquiles and biscuits and gravy, as well as a host of appetizers and entrees sure to get your day started right.
Enjoy a hearty brunch at Downtown Joe’s, served daily until 12:30 p.m. Choose from crowd favorites like Billy’s Chicken & Waffle, Huevos Rancheros, or a classic Meat Lovers Omelet. You’ll also find delicious Benedicts, scrambles, and a full a la carte menu with options like pancakes, bagels with cream cheese, and steel-cut oatmeal. For something lighter, try the Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast or a seasonal fruit plate. Whether you’re craving comfort or something fresh, Downtown Joe’s offers a classic brunch lineup in the heart of downtown.
Sundays are the only day you’ll find brunch served at Waterfront Seafood Grill on the Napa Riverfront, and it’s worth the wait. Indulge in prime rib hash with habanero hollandaise, housemade brioche French toast topped with mascarpone chantilly, or a savory breakfast burrito. Seafood lovers will appreciate the grilled fish tacos or classic fish and chips. Brunch is served from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and don’t skip the housemade pastries or bagel with smoked salmon to start your day off right.
STAY AND EAT
Planning a special getaway for a loved one? Book a serene stay at Stanly Ranch and treat yourself to weekend brunch at Bear, offered Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This upscale, seasonally driven restaurant serves elevated favorites like Belgian waffles with salted dulce de leche, smoked salmon benedict, and chorizo and potato frittata. Not staying overnight? No problem. Bear welcomes all brunch lovers to enjoy standout dishes and refined morning cocktails in a stunning setting.
Located in the heart of the First Street Napa district, the Archer Hotel Napa offers five-star comfort and luxurious guest rooms. On Sundays, head up to Sky & Vine Rooftop Bar for panoramic views and a lavish brunch buffet served from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Priced at $65 for adults and $30 for children, the spread is perfect for a leisurely weekend indulgence. Pair your meal with a mimosa or Bloody Mary by the glass, or share a carafe with friends as you soak in the rooftop ambiance.
The Sunday brunch at Alba Restaurant at the River Terrace Inn offers a relaxed yet flavorful experience from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Savor standout items like the Alba breakfast sandwich with herbed potatoes, almond butter Belgian waffles topped with blueberry syrup, or the ever-popular avocado toast. Pair your meal with a Sunrise Mimosa or Bloody Mary, and enjoy live music from local performers between noon and 2 p.m.—the perfect Napa brunch twist.
Located in the main lobby of the Westin Verasa Napa Hotel in the Oxbow District, Bank Café and Bar celebrates local ingredients from California farms and vendors. Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and features elevated favorites like the Maine Lobster Eggs Benedict, Nashville-style spicy fried chicken and waffle with chipotle maple syrup, the “Oaxacan Style” Steak Chilaquiles, and the flavorful Breakfast Burrito Rojo. For lighter fare, enjoy house-made granola with Greek yogurt or a smoked salmon flatbread.
DAILY BRUNCH RESTAURANTS IN NAPA
The global kitchen that is Grace’s Table provides a bevy of comfort brunch items sure to please even the pickiest of eaters, and they do so seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. It’s almost imperative that you start with a cinnamon roll or black cherry/almond scone – or a seasonal fruit plate if you don’t want to be too bad. Follow that with shrimp and grits, pulled pork and egg taco, southwest tamale or any of the other choices that are great at breakfast or lunchtime.
Petit Soleil may not have a menu specifically for brunch, but when you serve breakfast all day, a separate menu just isn’t necessary. If you arrive after 11 a.m., you can choose from the breakfast or lunch menus. Along with a morning mimosa or hot chocolate, there are egg, pancake and French toast dishes, or try a burger, sandwich or salad and make sure to top it off with a scrumptious dessert.
WHERE TO GET BREAKFAST ALL DAY
There are times when everyone has a craving for breakfast, even though it’s 3 p.m. and the work day’s almost over. That’s when a place like Loveski, located at the Oxbow Public Market, is the solution. The “Jew-ish” deli features a host of sandwich and soup items, but when the breakfast bug hits, try a bagel with cream cheese or a bagel sandwich with smoked salmon, smashed avocado or a number of other choices.
How does a delicious cup of coffee and breakfast sound any time of the day? Barnhouse Napa Brews – an English coffee pub – thinks it sounds great. Beginning at 7 a.m. and continuing all day long, you can enjoy locally roasted coffee in a variety of amazing flavors, as well as bagel dogs, sausage rolls, cheese and onion pastries and more.
START WITH BRUNCH, STAY FOR EVERYTHING ELSE
Napa is home to more than just incredible brunch spots. It’s a full-sensory destination with world-class dining, local wine tasting rooms and breweries, outdoor adventures, vibrant arts and culture and boutique shopping.
No matter where you stay, play or brunch, everything is just steps away, making it easy to turn a delicious meal into a memorable stay in Napa.
