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PRESS Restaurant celebrates Napa Valley — the people, the ingredients, and the wines. PRESS is a place for locals, winemakers, vintners, and guests from around the world to experience the best the Napa Valley has to offer —it’s this sense of community that is at the heart of everything PRESS does. Under the leadership of Chef Philip Tessier, PRESS features legendary Bay Area purveyors alongside innovative new culinary talents to highlight Napa Valley cuisine. The PRESS Culinary Team draws inspiration from around the globe while staying rooted in the style and ingredients that make the Napa Valley so special.
Sophisticated restaurant offering seafood, steaks & Napa wines in a chic setting with a patio.
Hours
| Friday | 5–9 PM |
| Saturday | 5–9 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5–8 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 587 St Helena Hwy, St Helena, CA 94574
Phone: (707) 967-0550
Website: http://www.pressnapavalley.com/
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Reviews
Nick Price
We celebrated Valentine’s Day and my fiancé’s birthday at Press, and it exceeded our expectations. I’ll admit I was a little nervous going in after reading some reviews about service, but our experience couldn’t have been better. The service was warm, attentive, and perfectly paced — especially impressive on such a busy holiday.
The food was excellent across the board. The caviar pretzel was a standout and such a fun, elevated bite to start the meal. The truffle chicken was another highlight — perfectly cooked and packed with flavor. The wagyu beef was delicious. We also opted for the wine pairing, which was thoughtfully curated and complemented each course beautifully.
Overall, it felt like a special, memorable evening and the perfect place to celebrate. We’ll absolutely be back.
… moreThe food was excellent across the board. The caviar pretzel was a standout and such a fun, elevated bite to start the meal. The truffle chicken was another highlight — perfectly cooked and packed with flavor. The wagyu beef was delicious. We also opted for the wine pairing, which was thoughtfully curated and complemented each course beautifully.
Overall, it felt like a special, memorable evening and the perfect place to celebrate. We’ll absolutely be back.
Marthe Rana
Absolutely exceptional and undeniable! 10000000000% deserving of their Michelin star. We had the four course prefix menu, so we got 8 different dishes to taste and it was nothing short of one of the best culinary adventures were had. Each dish was so well crafted and executed. We had a butternut squash soup, the green curry with lobster, pork, ricotta, waygu tartar, the chicken, the monkfish and the chocolate mouse as well poached apple and yuzu sorbet. Each with its own level of depth and flavor. Our favorite was the black truffle chicken. They build such a thick outter layer with the skin and glaze, cradling that slow roasted moisture rich tender chicken breast. The service was quick, precise, helpful and knowledgeable. Top 5 meal of my life. Would so recommend!!!
… morePriscilla Tang
We came here for a Valentine’s Day dinner and to celebrate my husband’s birthday and we had such a lovely experience from start to finish. We were seated promptly at 5pm, and our server, Bridget, was incredibly warm and welcoming. She had a full section and was clearly busy, yet she stopped by multiple times to make sure everything was going smoothly — she made it all look effortless.
We opted for the Chef’s 7-course tasting menu with the caviar pretzel add-on. The pretzel is an absolute must-order — OMG. Perfectly crispy on the outside, soft and nutty on the inside, and the crème fraîche paired beautifully with the caviar.
My husband added the truffle supplement to the pasta dish, but we both agreed the standard gnudo actually tasted better as-is. Also, the truffle wasn’t weighed tableside, so it’s hard to know if you’re receiving the gram amount you’re paying for.
The highlights of the evening for us were the butternut squash dish (they didn’t have the ox heart carrot that night) and the halibut. I could happily eat five more of each on any given day.
Lovely restaurant, lovely ambiance — we’ll definitely be back.
… moreWe opted for the Chef’s 7-course tasting menu with the caviar pretzel add-on. The pretzel is an absolute must-order — OMG. Perfectly crispy on the outside, soft and nutty on the inside, and the crème fraîche paired beautifully with the caviar.
My husband added the truffle supplement to the pasta dish, but we both agreed the standard gnudo actually tasted better as-is. Also, the truffle wasn’t weighed tableside, so it’s hard to know if you’re receiving the gram amount you’re paying for.
The highlights of the evening for us were the butternut squash dish (they didn’t have the ox heart carrot that night) and the halibut. I could happily eat five more of each on any given day.
Lovely restaurant, lovely ambiance — we’ll definitely be back.
MacKenzie Kerkstra
Our experience was exceptional at PRESS. Our server was Aaron (might not be spelled correctly) and he did an incredible job! Every dish was timed perfectly and the food was lovely. We also had a bottle of wine from a local region and wine maker recommended by Aaron that we loved. We plan to come back to Napa in the fall and this will definitely be on our list of places to return to.
Thank you for making our evening so special!
… moreThank you for making our evening so special!
Winter Coming
The vibe feels upscale and polished without being stiff, and for a Michelin-starred restaurant, the pricing was honestly more reasonable than expected.
Service really stood out. There were more servers than guests that night, so everything felt calm, attentive, and never rushed.
One confusing moment before arriving: we booked for a Monday night, but both Google Maps and the website said they were closed on Mondays. With no direct phone number to call, we almost didn’t go. Glad we trusted the reservation and showed up.
We did the four-course tasting menu and enjoyed it a lot. Everything was well paced and thoughtfully done. Next time, we’d love to come back and try the seven-course menu.
… moreService really stood out. There were more servers than guests that night, so everything felt calm, attentive, and never rushed.
One confusing moment before arriving: we booked for a Monday night, but both Google Maps and the website said they were closed on Mondays. With no direct phone number to call, we almost didn’t go. Glad we trusted the reservation and showed up.
We did the four-course tasting menu and enjoyed it a lot. Everything was well paced and thoughtfully done. Next time, we’d love to come back and try the seven-course menu.
Lisa Mattson
Celebrated our 20th anniversary here. We hadn’t been to Press since Valentine’s Day many years ago. We’ve been hearing all the reviews and decided to splurge and go back. The dining room was humming on a Tuesday night. Excellent service. Very enjoyable pairings. The tomato course was the only one that didn’t wow us. Loved the big antique clock, pendant lights, pretty serviceware presentations, and all of the little banquette seating nooks that make dining romantic. They have a huge wine selection, and tons of bottles aren’t on the list. They found a lovely half bottle of Champagne for us to celebrate with. Thanks to the staff for making our evening so special. Yes, it’s expensive but that is expected. The only price that seemed off was the supplemental caviar bread crown appetizer. It really clever and delicious, but fancy pretzel bread and butter with a small layer of caviar on top seemed more like a $50 item, not $75.
… moreRo M
One of our favorite restaurants in Napa. The team here goes above and beyond from the moment we sat down. Olivia the sommelier was incredibly knowledgeable and delivered. Food was 10/10 – you won’t leave feeling hungry. Get the caviar pretzel. Ask to see their wine cellar – it’s incredible!
… moreSolomon Zoubi
I want to start by saying the service at PRESS is outstanding. The wait staff was attentive, warm, and truly elevated the experience. The atmosphere is also beautiful and welcoming. We’re generally very easy-going diners, but unfortunately our overall experience didn’t come together the way we hoped during our visit last night.
We were a party of four and ordered a variety of dishes from the four-course fixed menu so we could try a little bit of everything.
Favorites:
The standout for me was the Wagyu beef. It was cooked perfectly, incredibly tender, and paired with an excellent wine reduction. The flavor and seasoning were spot-on. The squash soup, though a small portion, was also delicious—rich, balanced, and very well executed.
Dishes That Missed the Mark:
The crab sausage was the most challenging dish of the evening. Visually, it was unappealing—its appearance resembled a large worm—and the texture was extremely soft and squishy. Because multiple types of seafood were ground together into one sausage, the flavors blended into an indistinct mix where no single ingredient stood out. Unfortunately, it just didn’t work at all.
The roasted chicken looked fantastic, with crispy skin and great texture, and I really wanted to love it. However, it was significantly oversalted, which overwhelmed what otherwise seemed like a well-prepared dish.
The duck mousse dessert-style presentation was beautiful, but the flavor reminded me of a standard pâté you could find at a store—nothing particularly distinctive or memorable.
As for the ricotta pasta, the cheese flavor was very sharp and heavy, and once again the salt level overpowered the other elements of the dish.
Desserts:
This is where PRESS really shined. We sampled all four desserts at the table, and every single one was excellent. Beautifully executed, balanced, and creative—no complaints at all.
Overall:
While the service and desserts were exceptional and a few dishes truly impressed, several of the main courses didn’t quite land for us, primarily due to presentation, texture, and heavy seasoning. I hope this feedback is helpful, as the restaurant clearly has talent and potential to deliver an incredible dining experience.
… moreWe were a party of four and ordered a variety of dishes from the four-course fixed menu so we could try a little bit of everything.
Favorites:
The standout for me was the Wagyu beef. It was cooked perfectly, incredibly tender, and paired with an excellent wine reduction. The flavor and seasoning were spot-on. The squash soup, though a small portion, was also delicious—rich, balanced, and very well executed.
Dishes That Missed the Mark:
The crab sausage was the most challenging dish of the evening. Visually, it was unappealing—its appearance resembled a large worm—and the texture was extremely soft and squishy. Because multiple types of seafood were ground together into one sausage, the flavors blended into an indistinct mix where no single ingredient stood out. Unfortunately, it just didn’t work at all.
The roasted chicken looked fantastic, with crispy skin and great texture, and I really wanted to love it. However, it was significantly oversalted, which overwhelmed what otherwise seemed like a well-prepared dish.
The duck mousse dessert-style presentation was beautiful, but the flavor reminded me of a standard pâté you could find at a store—nothing particularly distinctive or memorable.
As for the ricotta pasta, the cheese flavor was very sharp and heavy, and once again the salt level overpowered the other elements of the dish.
Desserts:
This is where PRESS really shined. We sampled all four desserts at the table, and every single one was excellent. Beautifully executed, balanced, and creative—no complaints at all.
Overall:
While the service and desserts were exceptional and a few dishes truly impressed, several of the main courses didn’t quite land for us, primarily due to presentation, texture, and heavy seasoning. I hope this feedback is helpful, as the restaurant clearly has talent and potential to deliver an incredible dining experience.
Ashley Burke
We came here to celebrate a special occasion in our family, and everything from the service to the ambiance to the amazing food and wine made it a truly unforgettable evening. The 7-course tasting menu highlighted all things local and seasonal and was beautifully prepared and presented. I especially appreciated the care that went into the vegetarian tasting menu to ensure it was every bit as delicious, beautiful, and creative as the regular tasting menu. The maitake mushrooms were definitely a highlight, and the coconut cremeux was hands down the best dessert I have ever had. Special shout outs to the chef, our server Steven, and GM Rachel for going above and beyond to ensure we had a great experience. I look forward to returning!
… moreMegan Vogel
It’s so stylish, but not pretentious! My sister and I went for their 7-Course Dinner in late July, and it was delicious! Each course was beautifully presented… but also amazing to eat. We ordered an array of their cocktails throughout the meal, and they were incredibly well-made and balanced, with lots of flavor and style. I highly recommend PRESS if you want a special evening to celebrate… OR if you just need a reason to get dressed up and enjoy an enchanted “tastebud walk”.
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