4110 Howard Lane (at Highway 29, near Salvador)
Napa
Tel. (707) 224-3300
Donna and Giovanni Scala?s restaurant, which they?ve operated since 1993, is the place to find locals. On any given day you?ll see a who?s who of Napa winemakers, winery owners and swells who have houses in the valley. Pastas are must-order, but there?s also such things as pan roasted petrale sole with lemon caper butter; grilled pork chop with white beans and aged balsamic or puffy, lightly blistered pizza. The fireplace room, wood-oven pizza station, comfortable bar and covered patio, also with a fireplace, provide many dining options. The grounds overlook a vineyard and include a culinary garden, loads of flowers and a whimsical fountain.
Specialties: Fritto misto; beet and green bean salad; pizza; any pasta, including penne with duck ragout; seared salmon; roast half-chicken; grilled burger with onion rings; Bostini trifle.
Lunch, dinner daily