Solbar

What it's like

Solbar is the restaurant at Solage, an Auberge resort on Silverado Trail in Calistoga. The menu divides into light, delicate dishes to wake up the palate and bolder, savory ones for comfort, all built on seasonal Napa Valley ingredients. Seating is indoors and out, and the patio has been expanded to double its size, with firepits overlooking the resort's pool.

Who it's best for

Resort guests, couples looking for a polished but relaxed dinner, and anyone who wants outdoor dining with a fire nearby on a cool evening. It is also a convenient breakfast spot if you are staying at Solage.

What to order & how to book

Solbar serves Napa Valley wines, with pairings available. The restaurant was named a James Beard Foundation Smart Catch Leader in 2018. Pick a mix from both halves of the menu: something light to begin and something savory to follow.

Hours: breakfast daily 7 to 11:15 a.m.; lunch Monday to Saturday 11:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.; Sunday brunch 11:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.; a lounge from 3 to 5 p.m. nightly; dinner Sunday to Thursday 5:30 to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Reserve by phone at 707.226.0860 or through Resy. Phone reservations are recommended, and booking ahead matters for patio tables on warm weekends.

How it fits into a day

Solbar is on Silverado Trail, a short drive from downtown Calistoga. It suits a slow afternoon at the resort or a dinner after tastings, but as with any winery day, plan a designated driver or rideshare. For a downtown alternative, try Lovina or Evangeline.