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Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
We exist to recreate the charm, generosity, and tastes of Napa Valley. Our menus showcase Chef-driven offerings influenced by the wine country, local seasonal ingredients and artisan products. And as purveyors of Napa living ~ We Celebrate Wine! We are passionate about your experience and we provide service that is knowledgeable and gracious in a rustic, yet refined setting. Enjoy your Napa Valley Grille experience!
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85 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 85 reviews
5 stars
(28)
4 stars
(48)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(27)
- notable wine list(26)
- special occasion(25)
- good for groups(21)
- romantic(18)
- great for lunch(15)
Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington Reviews List
Review 1 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
foodie
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/19/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Server took an item off the bill when she found that the item didn't meet our expectation."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 2 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Seven of us went for brunch on Mother's Day. It was very nice, just what you would want for Mother's Day. The food, service, and ambience we very good. We like the Grille because they do everything so well."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 3 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We often share meals since portions tend to be so generous in American restaurants. It was nicely done here. We ordered the fried calamari which did not disapoint, then the Arugula Salad, which was well seasoned and dressed, and the highlight was the Salmon with two sides: asparagus and cauliflower. The entree was split for us and beautifully presented, and it tasted delicious. It's our favorite 'nice' restaurant in MOA."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 4 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was great. I was there
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was great. I was there with company for my birthday. Restaurant was neat and clean.
Only thing I was disappointed about was the service. I had to ask someone if we could get menus and wine list after being seated for 15 min."
Only thing I was disappointed about was the service. I had to ask someone if we could get menus and wine list after being seated for 15 min."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We shared the burger w/ fries,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We shared the burger w/ fries, asparagus, and walleye cakes. The walleye cakes were a little disappointing - - small and the wild rice added a strange taste/texture. The lemon sauce that went with it was a little overpowering. The burger was good. The bread served beforehand was tasty."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2006
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Review 6 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was generally well
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was generally well executed though not to the level of Alma, Bachelor Farmer, Travail, or other of the new imaginative Twin Cities locations. If you like Napa wines, (as we do) the selection is decent."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2006
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 7 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Hard to find a restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Hard to find a restaurant at any Mall with the variety and quality of Napa Valley Grille. Great for out of town visitors who want a good meal after a day at Mall of America."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 8 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Scallops were delicious however
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Scallops were delicious however potato and brussel sprout mash was over seasoned with salt and pepper. Ambiance was nice except for being right up against a wall near a door. Was nice for privacy however not the best seat in the house with reservations."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2012
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Review 9 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The only complaint i can think
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The only complaint i can think of is that the cheese and wild mushroom gnocchi was so good that it made the awesome filet taste plain. I would love to know where you buy your cheeses."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view
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Review 10 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent service and attention
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent service and attention given. Have returned many times."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Over rated. Average quality
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Over rated. Average quality food for the price."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2007
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Review 12 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
3 of us for Sunday Brunch.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"3 of us for Sunday Brunch. The Roasted Mushroom eggs benedict was awesome. What a tasty and healthy meal. Service was great. We made it a destination this time, but it will be a restaurant of choice next time we visit the Mall of America."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2005
Special Features: great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 13 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Little Disappointed...
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"we go here for the burgers, but were disappointed this visit due to the lack of salt, or any flavor in our burgers. Hopefully it was a fluke, because it is the only place in the MOA worth eating in."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2007
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was excellent, service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was excellent, service too!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
very good experience, good
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"very good experience, good gluten free menu and very respectful about helping with it"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointing service
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was decent, but we expect a much higher level of service from a 'finer' restaurant -- waiters not knowing about the specials, empty water glasses, slow service and food servers /those clearing tables reaching across patrons just doesn't do it at a place that sets itself up as a high end restaurant."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
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Review 17 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Who would imagine such a wonderful,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Who would imagine such a wonderful, elegant, quiet restaurant could be found in the cacophony of the Mall of America? The menu is always interesting and changes often. We love it and we will be back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 18 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Botht the food and service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Botht the food and service were very good. My wife had filet whaich wass done to perfection and i had the duck two ways - outstanding. The only downside is the location - second floor of MAll of Amereica."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
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Review 19 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I would say that they were
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I would say that they were very well prepared and organized....I cannot remember when I have experienced food come out so fast. Had we been loooking for a more relaxed experience, it would have been too fast but I had just gotten off a flight from a week's business trip so was not unhappy to have a brisk pace to the meal as I was more exhausted than I expected to be. The food was delicious and well prepared. My spouse had the scallops for an entree and I had the short rib; both were delicious. Of special mention are the choclate truffles. They were undoubtedly the best I have ever had......lucious and decadent with choclate yet light and not cloyingly rich."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 20 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place for groups comign
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place for groups comign into town."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 21 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Dining Oasis at the MOA
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyable, pleasant dining experience at the Mall of America. I am on a restricted diet with special needs and they are able to accommodate my needs. I like the decor and find it a pleasant atmosphere to meet friends. It is not noisy and can easily carry on a conversation with friends."
Dined on 01/28/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 22 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We came for brunch and we
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We came for brunch and we enjoyed our time there, the service was excellent but the food was only ok. Nothing special. I did really enjoy the creme brûlée though. We would come back to try the dinner menu, there may be more options then."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2010
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 23 for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The one thing I will never
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The one thing I will never understand is why it is that the hostess must sit two tables right next to each other when the entire section of the restaurant is empty. The group next to us insisted on sharing their conversation in a rather loud manner. Because we didn't want to be right by the exterior door to the Mall, we were placed at a table next to that group that was already eating. Later a third party was seated right next to us, again, with a mostly empty section. I'm not expecting a private dining space, just spaced out so that one group isn't on top of another when the restaurant isn't crowded. Other than that, the food was good and the service was fine."
Dined on 01/21/2013
2009
Special Features: special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Napa Valley Grille - Bloomington
Based on the average of (62) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
6 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate