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NAPA Valley Grille

Expert Reviews of NAPA Valley Grille

Citysearch | Take a dining excursion through the Wine Country without leaving LA.

A haven from the busy Westwood Village scene, this soothing space is done up in earth tones and decked out with murals evoking California's Wine Country. The ample dining room is divided into smaller areas for...
citysearch.com - expert review - 12/03/2007
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User Reviews of NAPA Valley Grille

Good for Long Conversations

Comfortable booths, friendly service. Large restaurant with plenty of space...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 10/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ryan M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Thumbs up! I vouch for the sliders.
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by karen o.

2.0 of 5 stars. Great food. The worst service I've had in a long time. Almost comical. I treated friends to dinner last night. Hadn't been to the place before - always a good reason to go...(well maybe not). Even…
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Judy H.

4.0 of 5 stars. They have a great happy hour. What a deal!!! The regular menu is also delicious...but the happy hour menu is a serious bargain! I really loved the olives, fig with proscuitto, and mozarello and…
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jill W.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love NVG. I come here every time I'm in LA. We had my graduation dinner here, and it was so excellent, we had my boyfriend's graduation dinner here the following year, too! Now I mostly come by…
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by K L.

5.0 of 5 stars. The first time I went here was on a date. The date was OK, yadda-yadda but I couldn't get over the wine. I really wish I remember what I got but it was the best glass of wine I've ever had. The food…
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Yee-Shing Y.

3.0 of 5 stars. came here for happy hour (3-7pm and then 9-midnight M-F) and thought the food was decent but nothing spectacular. the prices are reasonable for what they charge on the normal menu. what i recommend:…
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by MARJ U.

4.0 of 5 stars. If you care more for the ambiance then this place is for you. Expect to pay a lot for one person especially during dinner. They change their menu almost everyday. I especially love their cheese plate…
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Esther Y.

3.0 of 5 stars. Came here for the happy hour and had the sliders, pizza and fish & chips. Sliders weren't bad, $2 each and your choice of cheddar, blue, or mozzarella cheese. Pizza would be something to pass on -…
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2008
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WINNER... most improved restaurant on the Westside... by Far

WOW... what a resurgence this place has made. My office has been a block away since NVG opened and it's better now than ever. New management (summer '08) is much more friendly and professional and the chef...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Diana D.

4.0 of 5 stars. Now that I'm back in Southern California, I'm taking advantage of being able to eat outside year round. This place has a sizeable patio space and good entrees. The soup and salad here is great…
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Dieu C.

3.0 of 5 stars. What bugs me most about this place is that they change their menu every season. I've eaten here twice. The first time, they had the Surf and Turf (steak and scallops) and it was excellent. I came back…
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Not T.

3.0 of 5 stars. There is nothing really "special" about this restaurant. I come here with my family before movies, but if it had not been located neer a movie theatre I probably wouldn't eat here. The decor is nice,…
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lily D.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have been here twice for lunch and once for happy hour (405 till 605) and am very impressed. I love their fish dishes and bread and the happy hour food is pretty sweet: try the sliders or the…
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Robin C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Discovered this place very late one night, with a friend, when we were driving around Westwood after a movie and were looking for sustenance, we were starving. Nearly everything in the area was…
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Vanessa H.

3.0 of 5 stars. This is your typical pricey restaurant with very few menu items. This is the kind of place where you take someone you want to impress, and only afterwards (and to their friends) will they comment…
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Anna Y.

3.0 of 5 stars. The food really was not that great, but it was definitely a nice, clean place. The soft lighting was nice, and it seems like a good place to go on a date. The food, however, was disappointing. I had…
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2008
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Great food Great Ambiance

There is Valet parking and a parking garage near by which is very helpful! The food is fantastic! Always try their soups they are delicious!!!
citysearch.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Catherine C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Good food, nice ambiance and perfect for the wine connoisseur. Good place to take a date or for large groups. They have private rooms for large groups which is always nice.
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Char L.

3.0 of 5 stars. Very clean design with lighting that is soft and warm. Most fine dining restaurants are always dimly lit, so it was a welcome change here that you can actually see your menu without holding it against…
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Max R.

4.0 of 5 stars. My overall conclusion: Everything was delicious and the restaurant was beautiful. I would recommend going there if you have never been and want to eat, and pay for, really good food. HOWEVER, I…
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Elizabeth H.

4.0 of 5 stars. I attended a work sponsored dinner here this week. We were in one of the rooms off the main dining area and had a great time. The food was awesome. Appetizers, good wine, bread to start...…
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by edrick w.

4.0 of 5 stars. 4 stars...went to napa valley grille last night for the v-day pre-fix dinner...the high ceilings, decor, and open layout was refreshing. The amuse of wild mushroom and creamy truffle grits was…
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Christine B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Lovely place. I didn't dine here but instead had a few drinks with friends after a lecture at the Hammer museum. The bar area in the front takes up a generous amount of space, with seats at the bar,…
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Samantha S.

5.0 of 5 stars. My grandma came to visit from Florida, and we wanted to go out for a nice dinner where we could take our time and she could meet my boyfriend. We chose Napa Valley Grille. It took us a little while to…
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Cindy L.

4.0 of 5 stars. Napa Valley Grille is solid. Their dinner menu changes daily, with a few staples. Their lump crab brioche is great, as are their crabcakes and also the scallop appetizer. For dinner, we like to…
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Leila T.

4.0 of 5 stars. I give Napa Valley Grille a solid thumbs up. Lately I've been spending a bit more time in Westwood, and it seems hard to find a good UCLA walking distance option for a glass of wine and some small…
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by erica c.

2.0 of 5 stars. Soooo disappointing. My soup came out lukewarm so after a couple spoonfuls I was looking forward to the short-rib special that i ordered but then it turned out to be very fatty and bland. Our…
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jaime B.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is a great location for lunch. Could also be great for dinner and breakfast and brunch, but I tend to go there for lunch. I went there for dinner once but don't recall what I ordered. I recall…
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Napa Lover ..

3.0 of 5 stars. I love this space; the high ceilings and open floor plan are pleasing without feeling cavernous. Although they have struggled with chefs and menu selections, I feel they are finally hitting their…
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by stephanie r.

5.0 of 5 stars. 1 STAR-superb tasting, high quality, extraordinary meal 1 STAR-exceptional, attentive and knowledgeable server ( Justin )
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Pamela R.

4.0 of 5 stars. We came here on a Wednesday night and it was surprisingly busy. It's a mostly older crown.We had reservations at 8:30 but they were nice enough to sit us early. Sitting outside is a much better…
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Felicia C.

3.0 of 5 stars. Surprisingly, I've been to Napa Valley Grille two separate times yet have never actually gotten dinner here. You would think that a girl who loves to eat and who lived in Westwood for four years would…
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Miss Josephine Z.

2.0 of 5 stars. The neighborhood was quiet on Sunday afternoon. The valet was swift and the hostess seated us promptly. It was a beautiful day outside, so we opted to sit outside. The restaurant inside was quite…
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Brandon C.

2.0 of 5 stars. I grew a little skeptical when I learned that Napa Valley Grille was a chain restaurant. I thought I would end up at an upscale Olive Garden. However, upon walking into the place, I thought I might…
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Diana A.

5.0 of 5 stars. I hosted a dinner party for 70 here this past weekend. I've been planning for a year, and this weekend went off without a hitch. Thanks to Shannon at Napa Valley Grille for putting together a…
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tina P.

1.0 of 5 stars. absolutely foul. my last meal here -- albeit was at least 2 years ago-- but i detest this place so much i had to seek it out and write a review, consisted of a half a piece of stale toast with a…
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2007
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A nice meal done right

Definitely a 'reservations'/occasion type place. Fancy, quiet, upscale hotel like atmosphere. Professional staff, impressive menu and wine list . The corn chowder is not to be missed. I can't wait till I can...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2007
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great out door lunch

Gather some good company and grab a table outside on a beautiful day - good food and awesome setting. Perfect for a girls' luncheon.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/06/2007
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nice

I really enjoyed this place more the second time. The service was wonderful...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 08/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Carolyn B.

1.0 of 5 stars. While the big buckets of flowers outside are beautiful and enticing...do not be fooled by the Napa Valley Grille. Its charm is definetely left at the door. While the establishment is clean and the…
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by David H.

1.0 of 5 stars. Warning you are about to get ripped off. No joke. It started with a $101 bottle of wine (that I know is marked up 125% and not from Napa). Good, but made me slightly mad. Then came the cheese plate…
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by mimi m.

4.0 of 5 stars. Despite the so-so reviews, we went (only because we were in Westwood for an event). Yes, the service isn't great, the food is just fine, but it's a decent place to go in Westwood if you want something…
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kenneth R.

4.0 of 5 stars. Definitely worth four stars, maybe four-and-a-half. We came with a dozen people and sat in a side room near the front door. Only after walking around a bit did I realize how immense this…
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Eric C.

3.0 of 5 stars. itz aiite. full bar. menu changes constantly. but youre bound to find something you'll love.
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Eva L.

4.0 of 5 stars. We were invited by one of our vendor to here. We have a private room to ourselves. It's sure the place to bring your client or your date to impress. The decoration is nice and classy. The crowd is…
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kevin L.

4.0 of 5 stars. You know that when you get enough food to only feed a starving waif model that you're going to get something good. It could be that you savor the flavors more since every ounce of that entree cost you…
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by sabrina l.

4.0 of 5 stars. So one of my old roommates worked here plating pastries on the weekends for fun. So while you might think I'm biased, I must say I've enjoyed the savory dishes as well. In particuclar, I ordered the…
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Runt T.

4.0 of 5 stars. so I've passed by time and time again with a mild interest in going but always tempered with the fear that this place will just end up being some upper level CPK/Cheesecake factory restaurant. - it…
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2007
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Napa Valley dining

Napa Valley is known for its wines and this LA restaurant tries to make the most of that. It feature...
judysbook.com - user review - 01/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael K.

4.0 of 5 stars. If price were not a factor, I'd have to give NVG a solid 5 stars. The food was outstanding, the service was slightly underattentive but not bad. To be honest I have no recollection of what I ate,…
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Stephen M.

4.0 of 5 stars. This review may be skewed as I've only had the Valentine's prix fixe. The wife and I were both happy with the meal/deal. Nothing that shook our gastronomic foundations to the cores but this is…
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Porfirio R.

4.0 of 5 stars. Food was 3 stars regular, tack on an extra star for location and Tyra Banks sitting next to our table thus making all of life that much prettier for the visiting Rubi
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Carla B.

3.0 of 5 stars. Went to the theatre, and the Napa Valley Grille was close by. It was fine, not outstanding, expensive for what it was, as I recall. Didn't have to siren call to go back again.
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2006
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Good Seafood! and sweeeeeet dessert!

Very tasty. Just wish they'd open later, so I can splurge on all the dessert. Good times. Good times.
citysearch.com - user review - 09/08/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by hen a.

4.0 of 5 stars. ah..that's better...another 8 hours of standing, talking and presenting at ucla...wooo...i'm beat..i need food...please no more ucla dorm food...yuck~!...(uc davis by far has the best dorm food out of…
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2006
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Excellent wine list, food, service

The dinner here is fantastic if paired with the right wine. There's always someone on staff who will help with that task. The service can be a bit slow but it adds to the relaxed atmosphere of the place. A bit...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/24/2006
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A really great meal!!

I found the food quite excellent and beautifully paired the roasted pork tenderloin was devine perfectly cooked and paired with a wonderful madeira prune reduction not overdone, the yellowfun tuna "nicoise"...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/21/2006
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You need to try the duck!

I've eaten here a few times, but only at the bar. Wine (single-glass) list is impressive, better than some of the Santa Monica restaurants. Bruschetta is great, especially the ones with figs and goat cheese....
citysearch.com - user review - 04/02/2006
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Great time!

Awesome, delicious food. Upscale atmosphere without upscale prices. GREAT service, cozy environment, really great food.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/12/2006
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wow

excelent service, great orgasmic food will go there again. I had an incredible time and the hostest was great.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/09/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Will M.

3.0 of 5 stars. Not bad, but not great! Probably wont be back again.
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2006
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The WORST Service

If you have two and 1/2 hours to spend for lunch, this is your kind of place. If you're a business person on lunch, it's just plain infuriating. Everything seemed nice at first... good atmosphere, we were...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/13/2006
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Nice

I really enjoyed this place more the second time. The service was wonderful and so was my ravioli.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/09/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Harsh K.

4.0 of 5 stars. Tucked away unassumingly across from glendon gardens, this california-italian restaurant never fails for a decent meal with some nice touches. Very reasonable prices considering the menu. I highly…
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2006
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atmosphere a la carte

For lunch a great business venue where executive's of Wilshire Blvd and Westwood blvd meet. In the evening, great for upscale familial dining with a nice fireplace and table country style.
citysearch.com - user review - 04/16/2005
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Food doesn't live up to name

This restaurant is good for bringing your business associates, although the food was average. We got the foie gras and it was served cold and soaked in brandy - you could only taste the brandy. The steak is...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/08/2005
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I LOVE the dessert!!

This place has one of the best desserts ever, and they are usually very unique and tasty! The food changes every so often depending on the chef, so if you love something there, sadly it will probably be...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/07/2005
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Nice night out

I came here with a few friends to just grab a drink. By chance we ordered the tuna ceviche and the grilled flat iron steak. Both dishes were well prepared. The tuna was fresh and well seasoned and balanced....
citysearch.com - user review - 10/08/2004
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Excellent

Probably the best restaraunt in Westwood Village. The food is very creative and the wine list has a very decent selection of Napa Wines. Service was phenomenal.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/17/2003
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A Steady Performer

Food and Service are definitely better than average and consistently so each time I go. Some people really like the atmosphere, but I find it rather ordinary with the exception of the high ceilings. There are...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/01/2003
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Wonderful Night Out

It was a first date and at least the restaurant was nice. Good food, good service. The plates were artfully presented. Great bread, perfect for olive oil and balsamic dipping. The flourless cake dessert was a...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/14/2003
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Pleasant Surprise!!

I went in expecting a high-priced, overrated restaurant. What I actually encountered was a very stylish, very upscale restaurant with amazing service, even better food, at a reasonable price. The filet mignon...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/16/2003
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Yum!

I would recommend going solely for the gorgonzola ravioli. That alone is well worth the price of an entree, the time, and the travel.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/10/2002
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Overrated high-end chain resturant.

It's a ok place to eat, but the menu it's that impressive. I think there are better place to dine is westwood. Best word for this place - BLAH!
citysearch.com - user review - 10/23/2002
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To love food and wine.

A friend of mine who is a grad. student at UCLA told me about this new restaurant that opened in Westwood. She tried to get me there for months until I finally gave in and joined her for one of the most...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/10/2002
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Chilian seabass is the best

Napa valley grille has the best chilian sea bass in town. Of course, the wine line is amazing, and the service is good. It has a lovely outside patio, and great indoor atmosphere.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2002
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OpenTable

Napa Valley Grille is a casual, fine dining restaurant featuring Wine Country cuisine, with an emphasis on seasonal, sustainable ingredients complemented by an in-depth selection of premium California wines....
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Gayot

this location is one of several napa valley grilles that offers the cuisine of that region and an extensive selection of california wines in a large space bathed in earth tones and rustic touches. starters...
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OpenTable

you are cordially invited to a 7 course wine dinner with tandem winery, one of america's top wineries. on july 21st we will be pairing their great wines with our chef scott leibfried's incredible wine country...
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10Best

muted earth tones highlight the napa valley murals that adorn the walls of this westwood village restaurant. the standout here is the wine list - with over 300 wines to choose from, and 30 available by the...
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