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Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Carpe Diem Wine Bar offers a sophisticated, yet, casual dining experience in the heart of downtown Napa. Our welcoming, enthusiastic staff and ever-changing menu bring uniqueness to the table. Our forty-five wines offered by the glass and family share-plate style menu will entice you to try a variety of items, such as our famous Ostrich burger, Housemade Burrata (Mozzarella Heaven) and Seasonal Flatbreads. Come “Seize the Day” at Carpe Diem Wine Bar, where we eat, drink and be merry. No matter your style, you’ll be hard-pressed not to fall in love with our wine and seasonal ingredients that we have searched near and far to find.
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113 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Rating Breakdown 113 reviews
5 stars
(63)
4 stars
(44)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(86)
- notable wine list(68)
- neighborhood gem(60)
- hot spot(51)
- vibrant bar scene(46)
- good for groups(22)
Carpe Diem Wine Bar Reviews List
Review 1 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great hospitality and food
Food
(Very Good)
4
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5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Dinner here during the week was just perfect... in between reservations at some big name places (French Laundry and The Restaurant at Meadowood), we wanted something simpler. Carpe Diem was perfect - good food, great hospitality, and attentive service. Stephanie was bubbly and lovely, the perfect hostess who made us feel very welcome. The food was very good - truffle fries and cheese and charcuterie (the salmon rillettes was amazing). The mushroom flatbread with duck egg was also great. Nice wine list with good representation of local wines. We left sated and happy."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 2 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Carpe Diem epitomizes Napa
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Following in the footsteps of many reviewers, my husband and I enjoyed a fantastic meal at Carpe Diem during our visit to Napa. Although mid-week, the restaurant was full. We were interested in trying wines by the glass to experiece as many local wines as possible. Our server recommend wines to accompany each of the courses we chose. They coordinated well with the delicious meal. I enjoyed the local flavour the chef added to each creation; a hint of licorice with the lamb tenderloin and Isreali couscous was very refreshing. The tables in the restaurant are quite close together (very Italian) and we enjoyed an impromptu conversation with another couple seated next to us but were still able to have a private meal. Kudos!"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We love this place !!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I will go again for dinner, for a snack & for a good glass of wine."
Dined on 5/08/2013
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Review 4 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fantastic Food, First Class Service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a fantastic gem of a place. Kitchen is clearly managed by a highly competent and creative Chef and front of house run as equally impressive. No complaints. Highly recommend whilst in Downtown Napa."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 5 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Good Choice
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I found this restaurant on Yelp and decided to give it a go. We weren't disappointed. The meals we chose were delicious and I read recently that if you'd order the same item again, then it was a memorable evening. We both said that we would! I enjoyed a flight of white wine, which was fun. I would both go again and recommend to friends."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 6 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We seem to come here for our special occasions, but really, it's great for all occasions or a Tuesday night out (which we did during the 14-hour days of harvest last year)! Wine list is thoughtful, food is delicious, and the servers are warm and friendly. The bar (beer & wine only) is smallish but well done. Flatbreads and salads are delicious! Menu is seasonal. Highly recommend!"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good meal
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a good meal although not what we expected to eat from the menu we saw on open table that led us to book at carpe diem. The actual menu was missing the three items that we were lookin forward to. Much of the rest of the menu was the same as what was in open table but the prices were different, both lower and higher, by a few dollars. The waitress wasn't helpful or interested in the menu discrepancy or our inquiry whether those items might still be available. She just told us that they were never on the menu even after we showed her that they were listed on open table and may have been on the menu before."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 8 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Never had ostrich before, yet the burger was delicious. We had to wait upon arrival for our reservation and the hostess made us comfortable and gave us a glass of sparkling wine. Seems a fun place especially for groups."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 9 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Even though they couldn't seat is within 15 minutes of our reservation time, we had a great time. The foot and service were excellent!"
Dined on 5/02/2013
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Review 10 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awewsome atmospher
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"From the moment we walked in, service was personal and top notch! We had the Big Board (meats and cheeses) and it was terrific.. Great wine flights too! Definitely would go back!"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 11 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
ALWAYS GREAT!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The thing you can always count on at Carpe Diem is the warm welcome and great service from workers that you can tell like thier jobs! Food is consistently good. I believer they have BEST french fries in the world!!!! Love that it's a mix of locals and visitors (we are locals)."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 12 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great for casual dining
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a really nice way to end a day of tasting wine. Food is wonderful and the staff are attentive."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 13 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A typical Napa wine bar with
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A typical Napa wine bar with an excellent selections of the grape. But the big surprise is that the food is exceptional. A hidden treasure. Everything from the nibbles to the generous main courses will pleasantly surprise. The wild mushroom flatbread and their signature ostrich burger are simply amazing. The service is friendly and helpful. A bargain treat that will have you planning your next visit."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 14 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It was our best dining experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"It was our best dining experience in Napa. Fabulous!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, hot spot
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Review 15 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food here. Loved the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food here. Loved the cous cous salad. The short rib pasta was also good. The homemade twix bar dessert was to die for. Would love to try other things on their menu."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 16 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a blast! Great food,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a blast! Great food, great lively atmosphere. They accomdated my gluten-free needs!"
Dined on 04/23/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 17 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Original menu, try the chopped
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Original menu, try the chopped salad, and the mushroom thin crust pizza. Very lively place with great help, they make the dining special with all the attention you receive."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 18 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great energetic local spot
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great energetic local spot with engaged, attentive staff. I highly recommend the lamb parpadalle."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 19 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Napa Gem!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were greeted warmly and seated on time by the hostess. Our server Kimberly was excellent. She made several great recommendations. The food was perfectly executed and absolutely delicious! Can't wait to go back soon!"
Dined on 04/15/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 20 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent formal; great service;
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent formal; great service; informal atmosphere. Who would have guessed that an ostrich burger would taste so good?"
Dined on 04/03/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 21 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A Great Evening!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We enjoyed our evening at Carpe Diem! The Ostrich burger, truffle fries, Maui Wowie flatbread pizza (we wanted another one, but they ran out) and the lettuce cups were all outstanding! It was a great way to end our visit to Napa!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
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Review 22 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fun place in downtown Napa.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fun place in downtown Napa. Great atmosphere and tapas!"
Dined on 04/02/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 23 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent food and great atmosphere
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food and great atmosphere. Service was very friendly. Only criticism is with the server's suggestion of the ostrich burger as their signature item and "must have". It tasted like a moist hamburger. Not bad, but not worth the price or hype. I would have rather tried one of the other items on the menu as my wife's short-ribs were outstanding and I am sure some of the other items would have been also.
The Beerimisu was AWESOME!"
Dined on 04/03/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 24 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, good for sharing
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food, good for sharing with a group with typical Napa prices"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 25 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
a great place for wine lovers
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
"The service we got was exceptional. we choose a bottle of wine (for 80$) and soon after they found they are out of it. the offer was - take another one that cost 20$ more for the price of the first one. could you say no ???
the wine was outstanding. the food pair so wonderful. a great place for wine lovers."
the wine was outstanding. the food pair so wonderful. a great place for wine lovers."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 26 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ostrich Burger
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was a little slow, but the food was amazing the ostrich burger is PHENOMENAL!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 27 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The dinner menu had a nice
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Dined on 03/29/2013
2004
Dined on 03/29/2013
2004
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The dinner menu had a nice selection of hearty fare, along with a nice wine list. We had the barrata appetizer (tasty, the mozzarella was lovely, the bread a little too chewy), two salads (underwhelming/forgettable) and an ostrich burger (delicious, interesting flavo, lovely truffle french fries on the side). Service was pleasant and efficient and the location is quite nice. The biggest weakness in the menu is the lack of vegetarian options or vegetable-heavy starters or sides."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2004
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 28 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
LOVED.. can't say enough about
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"LOVED.. can't say enough about the food, staff & restaurant. Excellent!"
Dined on 03/25/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 29 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Good food, service and prices!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food and service! This place is a bit more trendy than most restaurants in Napa. Must try the truffle fries and chopped salad, Also, can be reasonably inexpensive since entrees and appetizers or a shared/tapas format!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 30 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Home made Shortbread Twix
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Home made Shortbread Twix Bars with Salted Caramel Ice Cream.... Oh, my!!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 31 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was excellent, and I
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was excellent, and I guess being a Napa restaurant, wine list should be as expected but the wine we tried and was recommended was exellent"
Dined on 03/20/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list
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Review 32 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
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5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Extremely helpful and friendly service, lively happy place, mixed reviews on the food at our table, but any restaurant that smells of truffles as you enter has my vote!"
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Review 33 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I always love going back to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I always love going back to Carpe Diem...comfortable, welcoming place."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 34 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great food, wonderful flavours!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food, wonderful flavours!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 35 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great small plates for sharing,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great small plates for sharing, and excellent beer list including on tap. Service is also friendly and attentive."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 36 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Definitely worth checking
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Definitely worth checking out. All of the small plates are delicious. The ostrich burger lives up to the hype. We suggest getting the Carpe Diem way."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 37 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My favorite spot downtown
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love this place!!! Never had one bad dish. The fries are to die for, best in Napa Valley!"
Dined on 02/26/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 38 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Definitely a neighborhood gem!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We came here to celebrate my birthday and the food was phenomenal. We ordered the meat and cheese platter to start off with and the braised short-rib and the Piggily Wiggily flat-bread. The server brought champagne for all of us when we got seated. We were there early around 5, and it got pretty packed by the time we ended our dinner. The service was great and we were treated very special. They also ended our dinner with an ice-cream dessert with a candle. A wonderful dinner experience! Highly recommended."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 39 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great dinner and atmosphere.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great dinner and atmosphere. Would recommend if you are staying in downtown Napa."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 40 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Continues to be one of our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Continues to be one of our favorite place to go for great wine, food and service. Step is the best.
Ken and Keith"
Ken and Keith"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 41 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious food and wine!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious spareribs and the red wine flight (local) was superb!"
Dined on 02/19/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 42 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
#1 spot in Napa??
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Saw many reviews rating this the #1 spot in Napa, but didn't feel that way when we visited. The food is overrated and not that exceptional. We were there on a Friday night and there weren't any fish specialties which is what I look for on a Friday during lent. The service was great. Wished I would have known about their happy hour before we sat in the dining room."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list
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Review 43 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Napa Delight!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great find in downtown Napa. Carpe Diem is an intimate restaurant near the river with terrific food and friendly service. Great appetizers and salads, and the braised short ribs were among the best I've ever had! An easy walk to the Opera House or Uptown Theatre for concert-goers."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2000
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 44 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food is outrageous great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is outrageous great tapas. Don't miss the truffle fries!!!!"
Dined on 02/11/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 45 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Another great Napa wine bar
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I ate alone in the bar area. I had the Carpe Diem salad (mesclun) and a new papardelle dish with lamb sausage and romesco. Both were excellent and I appreciate the wine pairing recommendations."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 46 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Must try - you'll be back!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went here for my 24 year old sons and it was fabulous! We started with the duck tacos, delicious. Then my husband and I split an ostrich burger with fries. The burger was so moist and juicy and the fries, truffle & Parmesan, we're probable the best fries I've ever had."
Dined on 02/05/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 47 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great everything! Nice wine, yummy food, attentive and friendly service. Try the crispy olives. Yum"
Dined on 01/17/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 48 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
You won't be disappointed. Awesome!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went for the first time with a friend on a friday night at 6:00. We had the House Fries, Goat Cheese Dip, and Ostrich Burger, we split the food. We each had a flight of red wine. We had a great time, the food was fabulous. The server was awesome, she was very smart at knowing the menu and wines. Although the place is a little crowded because the tables are really close to each other, would love to see a bigger place but this will do, great atmosphere. LOVE this place, we are going back tonight."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 49 for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Yum!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was a Monday night, but every table was filled! The food is mostly very creative small plates, so my husband and I shared a flatbread (Kobe meatball), Mozzarella cheese plate, fried greed olives (interesting!), and the Cabernet Short rib. The short rib was AMAZING with root veggies and polenta!!! I highly recommend it! Next time I'll try the brussel sprout flatbread. The wait staff was very friendly and helpful regarding the menu and wine list. They have a very large selection of wines and beers. They made sure our glasses were always full and the food kept coming!"
Dined on 01/21/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Carpe Diem Wine Bar
Based on the average of (64) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic