Brix Restaurant & Gardens

What it's like

Brix sits on Highway 29 just north of Yountville, with flower and vegetable gardens and an orchard that supply the kitchen through the year. The daily-changing menu leans on whatever is coming out of the garden, with international technique added to California ingredients. The restaurant also keeps a vineyard of its own, ten acres of Cabernet Sauvignon in Oakville.

Who it's best for

Garden lovers, couples and friends who like the idea of seeing where lunch comes from. It works well for celebratory lunches and for groups, though parties larger than six should use the restaurant's event inquiry link, and the staff prefer to host experiences focused on the whole group.

What to order & how to book

Because the menu changes daily, check the posted menu or ask about the day's specials, which often feature garden produce. Prices are on the menu on the site.

Reservations are made through the form on the Brix homepage, where you choose your party size, date and time. You can also call 707.944.2749. Hours as listed: lunch from 11:30am to 3:00pm and dinner from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, Monday and Wednesday through Sunday. The restaurant is closed on Tuesday.

How it fits into a day

A walk through the gardens before or after the meal turns lunch into a leisurely stop. Brix sits between Yountville and Oakville, so it pairs naturally with tastings in either direction. Since the drive between wineries is not walkable, plan on a designated driver, a rideshare or a driver-led tour if you will be sampling wine along the way.