Chef Thomas Keller’s beloved pop-up Burgers & Half Bottles is back for a limited run — just in time to close out summer and roll into harvest season in the Napa Valley.
Designed to be a fast-casual option and offer an affordable quick stop in Yountville, it’s a simple neighborhood hangout with classic American favorites, local beers and great wine.
John Burdge
Strategically executed concept that delivers outsized value. The $15 wagyu burger is a best-in-class benchmark, the lobster roll over-delivers on quality and balance, and the crinkle-cut fries are operationally perfect. The wine program is a power move—access to Napanook half bottles materially elevates the experience and reinforces brand credibility. Overall, a smart, approachable extension of the Thomas Keller ecosystem that drives both traffic and loyalty while maintaining culinary integrity.
… moreGeysa M
We went on New Year’s Day right after opening. Delicious cheeseburger and attentive staff. The lobster roll was small and a bit salty to my taste. The beer van is so cute! Next time I want to try the beer as well, but will pass on the lobster roll.
… moreAnthony Ku
It was just okay, the cheese was extremely overpowering in the cheeseburger and the fries were just alright. The fries definitely tasted like they were only fried once heavily and not double fried to not give it that overly crispy/soggy texture that only happens with frying fresh fries once. The lobster roll felt like a complete rip off since it was $29 for a tiny roll, I’ll drive the extra hour to Bodega Bay for a roll. And for burgers, I’d rather go to Gotts ♂️
The only saving grace was the Chicken Sandwich, light breading, crisp, and the slaw was great.
… moremadisyn deLeo
Napa local and foodie so had to give it a try but wouldn’t recommend…Honestly a 4-5/10 and not worth the drive / hype. Over hyped pop up bc of Thomas Kellers name, the burger was decent but nothing special, I’d say Gott’s is way better. The line moves quick bc all the burgers are pre fired. Fires are frozen crinkle cut, not good or anything special. Wouldn’t go back here or make the drive for it tbh but im a foodie so naturally had to try.
… moreJulie Kim
Glad we tried it, but this is a one and done for us. We spent $90 on 1 cheeseburger combo meal w/beer upgrade, 1 spicy chicken sandwich, 2 ice cream sandwiches and 2 HH beers. Wait on a Friday afternoon (Friday before Labor day) around 4:30 was less than 5 minutes. Luckily we snagged an open table by the beer van as soon as it became available.
Unfortunately, the food wasn’t served piping hot, clearly it had been prepared ahead and sitting under heat lamps. Burger buns were dry and didn’t taste like much. The best thing we ate was the ice cream sandwiches and Pliny beer!
… moreSergio
Great service, friendly staff. I ordered the wagyu cheeseburger, fries and a strawberry milkshake.
Food came out quickly. Order was inaccurate. I ordered the cheeseburger without onions since I heavily dislike their flavor. Burger came out with onions. Fries were okay. Finally the milkshake wasn’t that good. Tasted a little powdery at times. I definitely except a way better experience for this being a Thomas Keller restaurant.
… moreCalldd
I think this is a great pop up! Who doesn’t love Burgers AND from Thomas Keller. Win- win. His Chicken Sandwich is always fantastic and the milk shakes were delicious. I already want to go back.
… moreL Locke
It was great – the chicken sandwich and fries were delicious. Even had staff come to check on us to make sure everything was up to par. Plenty of seating and ordering was efficient.
… moreTerry Deeb
Burgers served medium or well done only. I ordered it medium and it was well done. No juice whatsoever, completely flavorless. Bun is not good. Cheese in the grilled cheese barely filled the bread. Fries were Ok. Shake was similar to McDonalds. Ice Cream sandwich was good. I am very surprised that Chef Keller attaches his name to this project. I ate at The French Laundry this past Sunday. It was one of the best meals of my life. Such a contrast. A great burger is not hard to make.
… moreSh Hl
Our reservation was for Ad Hoc, but the “daily” menu just didn’t do it for me, I was looking for lobster. The pop up burger had lobster for me, burger for hubby! Corkage for Ad Hoc $55, pop up, if you believe it, $0!!! And Jason, this wonderful character went our of his way to find the right MLB game. Seriously, what a great experience for a couple drunk hoagies!
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