Kitchen Door

What it's like

Kitchen Door is a casual restaurant in the Napa Town Center complex on First Street. The team describes the idea as good food without formality, and the menu is global in inspiration while built around local, seasonal ingredients. There is bar seating and a private outdoor patio.

Who it's best for

Groups who want an easy meal at almost any time of day, couples looking for a laid-back dinner, and anyone planning a weekend brunch. It is a sensible choice when a group includes picky eaters, because the menu is not tied to one cuisine.

What to order & how to book

The menu is seasonal, so check the current one online. Brunch runs Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm. Lunch is served Monday to Friday from 11:30 am to 4:00 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 12:30 to 4:00 pm. Dinner is Sunday to Thursday from 4:00 to 8:30 pm and Friday and Saturday from 4:00 to 9:00 pm. Happy hour is Monday to Friday, 4:00 to 5:30 pm. Reservations are through OpenTable, and the restaurant also offers online ordering for takeout and delivery. Call 707.226.1560 for questions.

How it fits into a day

The long hours make Kitchen Door useful as a base: brunch before heading out, a late lunch between downtown tasting rooms, or a happy hour stop before dinner. It is in the same downtown complex as Compline and close to Oxbow and the riverfront. If you have been tasting wine, take a rideshare or walk home.