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Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

2555 Main St.
St. Helena, CA 94574

Local seasonal ingredients are the inspiration for Polly Lapetitto's Wine Country cuisine. Hand-crafted tables surround the kitchen offering views of the professional chefs. Enjoy the unparalleled panoramas of the Napa Valley Vineyards from the Terrace.

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Price: $30 and under
Parking: Valet
Cross Street: Deer Park Road

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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating		4.1 out of 5 (436 Reviews)

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

fit for foodies (260)
great for outdoor dining (242)
notable wine list (239)
special occasion (225)
scenic view (210)
good for groups (144)
romantic (141)
great for lunch (129)
neighborhood gem (47)
hot spot (43)
great for brunch (27)

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Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant Reviews List

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Wine Spectator was a pleasant experience. Nicely priced wine selection for being in Wine Country. We were surprised to find out that the restaurant had nothing to do with the culinary institute, or its students. The food itself was very good, but the waiter didn't contribute at all to the evening."

Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, scenic view

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/31/2009

(review submitted 11/07/2009)

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Review 2 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Good)

"while there i enjoyed the apple salad with Walnuts as well as the hangar steak. The steak was delicious. I enjoyed the customer service though i wish i could have been served by the students there so i could be apart of their learning environment it would have enhanced the idea of going to a culinary school."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/02/2009

(review submitted 11/06/2009)

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Review 3 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"My husband and I greatly enjoyed our dining experience at the Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant. The food was very good and the service was prompt and friendly. The wine list was also notable--very extensive. My husband mentioned we were on our honeymoon, so the pastry chefs wrote "Congratulations" in chocolate on our dessert plates."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/30/2009

(review submitted 11/06/2009)

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Review 4 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We enjoyed our meal - tried all that was different and found each offering better than the last... We missed the outdoor dining - but am sure it would have been a great experience and we missed the view - it was too dark.. but it looks like it would have been beautiful.... I would recommend this experience to the adventurous diner!"

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/31/2009

(review submitted 11/05/2009)

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Review 5 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Have been many times to this restaurant and it is one of my all time favorites, everything on the menu is excellent! The best thing in my mind is the chef's appetizer selection. It's $9.95 per person and you get 5 bite size appetizers each and they are always really good! Enjoy!"

Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/03/2009

(review submitted 11/05/2009)

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Review 6 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Good)

"We didn't like the menu; therefore, we only ordered appetizers and dessert. Appetizers were o.k. Well presented dessert with birthday candle as requested. The nice writing "Happy Birthday" on the plate was unexpected-- a very pleasant surprise. My boyfriend really enjoyed his birthday dessert. Menu (appetizer and entree selection) could have been better. Nice ambience. Overall good experience."

Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/02/2009

(review submitted 11/05/2009)

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Review 7 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Poor)

"Unfortunately, this was one of the worst dining experiences that I've ever had. I've eaten several times at the Culinary Institute in Hyde Park, NY and have found the experience to be outstanding each time. Thus, I went to the Greystone with high expectations.

There were four people in our party and none of us had food that was good. One person in party had to send his "skirt steak" back because it was too tough to "cut" with a serated knife. My wife prepares scallops at home that are far superior to the ones that I had for dinner at the Greystone.

In summary, the $200 that I spend for food would have been far better spent on wine. We will never return to this restaurant and will only recommned it to our worst enemies."

Food		(Poor)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/26/2009

(review submitted 11/04/2009)

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Review 8 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Menu was limited, food was good, but very pricey."

Special Features: notable wine list

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/01/2009

(review submitted 11/04/2009)

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Review 9 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The setting was great (old winery, looks like castle). The food was very good especially the "chef's choice" for appetizers. Dont expect perfection since it is a cooking school. We liked it because it was fun, food was good and the restaurant was interesting. We will return."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/24/2009

(review submitted 11/03/2009)

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Review 10 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We lunched twice at "The CIA" during our week in Napa. Awesome! The Butternut Squash Soup was amazing, as were the Pumpkin Empenadas. The Hangar Steak and Short Ribs were my husband's two favorite lunches. Really, a wonderful time, as always. The only downside was the switch to Illy coffee from the local Calistoga roaster previously used. Miss that local flavor."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/28/2009

(review submitted 11/03/2009)

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Review 11 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"The food was good, but not as creative as what I expected from a restaurant associated with a cooking school. The have an excellent wine list. Our waiter could be best described as cool and indifferent towards us, and this is what pushed a good to very good experience into a poor one. He could not be engaged in any type of conversation regarding the menu, etc. and essentially treated us as if we were an inconvenience to him. This did not seem to be the case with some other tables around us, so perhaps there was something personal going on, who knows. After having our food flung unceremoniously in front of us for 2 hours we left a little confused and disappointed."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/31/2009

(review submitted 11/03/2009)

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Review 12 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Good)

"As it was one of the top ten napa restaurants, we were not disappointed in choosing to dine here. The apple salad was different and tasty as were the entrees we selected. Both the flavors, preparations and presentations made for a very enjoyable meal. Would certainly go back as there were several things on the menu I didn't get a chance to try."

Special Features: notable wine list

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/29/2009

(review submitted 11/02/2009)

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Review 13 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We enjoyed a terrific lunch at Greystone... right after our tour of the CIA demonstration kitchen. We sat out on the terrace overlooking the vineyards in their fall color majesty. Both the food and the service were excellent."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, scenic view, great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/26/2009

(review submitted 11/01/2009)

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Review 14 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"This was one of those, not what you expect experineces. Food was not bad horrible just not notable; the CIA should not serve lettuce with a few spots of goat and lemon juice dressing. We expected that a place that is supposed to be training to be renown chefs of the world would have been more of a dining experience especially at the price point; though it was not too pricy. Service was poor at best; we asked our 15 year vet server for Bordeaux glasses as replacement for our basic Chardonnay glasses and were treated with disdain (drinking red) asked for butter and she pointed to oil on the table we were already using. It was loud; would have been ok with kitchen sounds culinary noise but all we heard were the exhaust fans for the hoods."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Poor)
Service		(Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/26/2009

(review submitted 11/01/2009)

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Review 15 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"We went 2 years ago and loved it - food was awesome, service excellent. We returned two days ago and were very disappointed. The food and service were nothing to brag about, there were MANY empty tables although it was a Friday night. We were extremely disappointed and have no intention of going back."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/30/2009

(review submitted 11/01/2009)

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Review 16 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food was good but a bit too salty for both our tastes. We would have expected the restaurant at the CIA to go easy on salt. Also it was a disappointment to learn that the restaurant is not staffed by CIA students."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/26/2009

(review submitted 10/31/2009)

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Review 17 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Very fun place. Great building and overall setting. Staff while arranging for reservations and looking into issues regarding accessibility were quite helpful. Our waiter was very efficient but not particularly engaging or friendly. It was fun to be able to watch some of the chefs cooking and even to be able to talk to them. All the dishes were quite delicious. We liked the opportunity to order three mini-glasses of wine for a tasting and assortment of appetizers. It was folly, however, to think it would be sufficient to order appetizers for two when there were four of us: the excellent morsels were quite small. The serving sizes were on the smaller side as well, but we all appreciated the trend toward less massive portions."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/29/2009

(review submitted 10/31/2009)

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Review 18 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Very good service, even with a small child. Service was great & unobtrusive."

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, scenic view

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/25/2009

(review submitted 10/29/2009)

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Review 19 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This was my fourth visit to Greystone, excellent as usual."

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/25/2009

(review submitted 10/29/2009)

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Review 20 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Everything was perfectly lovely although the rice in the dolmas was not done (hard and crunchy. This was in the chef tasting course."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/23/2009

(review submitted 10/28/2009)

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Review 21 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Terrific food and ambiance! A bit pricey, even by wine country standards!"

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/25/2009

(review submitted 10/28/2009)

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Review 22 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Enjoyed it very much. Beautiful setting. A highlight of my trip to the Napa Valley. Would return in a heartbeat!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/20/2009

(review submitted 10/27/2009)

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Review 23 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Wonderful dining and since it's a culinary school they are all practicing for you to see. Very open layout with all of the kitchen and bar areas visable around the eating area. Very nice patio area with view of vinyards but you have to get there early to sit outside. The food was tasty in small portions, highly recommend the "small bites" appetizer."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/25/2009

(review submitted 10/27/2009)

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Review 24 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We sat at the bar. It was an amazing experience. Oz our server was perfect. He really went out of his way to make our dining experience memorable."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/24/2009

(review submitted 10/27/2009)

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Review 25 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Very fun restaurant venue with proximity to the busy kitchen. Looked like most busy restaurant kitchens and it seemed like there was almost too much staff and they were running over each other,and yet our food took longer than I would have liked. But,it was prepared well and everyone in our group enjoyed it."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/23/2009

(review submitted 10/27/2009)

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Review 26 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Good)

"It had been awhile since we dined at Greystone but a special birthday meal was in the offing. I must say, I was not terribly impressed. The food was very good, and the setting can't be beat if you want a true wine country experience, but the service was a bit on the spotty side (the waiter couldn't seem to get the cork out of an older bottle of wine in one piece) and the space is noisy, albeit fun to see and be seen. The restaurant has a nice terrace for dining - very rustic, and we would have eaten there but our daughters prefer inside dining. There is an open kitchen adding to the hustle (and noise) but fun to watch everyone cooking your dinner. For a Saturday night during the crush season (October) the place was not near full. Humm."

Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, scenic view

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/24/2009

(review submitted 10/27/2009)

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Review 27 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Good)

"We have been dining here awhile now and it seems the food preparation can be hit and miss in terms of temperature when arriving at your table. Quality is very good, but soup and entree's should be piping hot in my opinion. Tasting temptations are always a wonderful culinary delight/surprise. Deserts are consistent on flavor and variety. Service is somewhat inattentive and slow. Overall, If you are visiting St. Helena, this is a good spot for some innovative dining."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/25/2009

(review submitted 10/27/2009)

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Review 28 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Overall a good dining experience. Had to wait a bit and the venue was noisy. The menu was diverse and tasty, although not spectacular. Expected a bit more of the WOW factor."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/24/2009

(review submitted 10/26/2009)

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Review 29 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We had a wonderful meal and a great time while at Greystone. Lunch was a leisurely 2 hours on the patio on a wonderful sunny day. We'll definitely be back again."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/24/2009

(review submitted 10/26/2009)

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Review 30 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Everything was outstanding! Beautiful historic building. Will eat there again."

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/22/2009

(review submitted 10/25/2009)

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Review 31 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Greystone was definitely a find. As a Culinary Institute, the food was exceptional. My husband found the tenderloin to be second only to the Palace Arms in Denver, and my pasta with mushroom cream sauce was probably the best I've had anywhere. Though still pricey, we would have paid at least one and a half times more for food in other fine restaurants."

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/19/2009

(review submitted 10/23/2009)

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Review 32 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"it was very good but the young chicken was extremely salty on the crust.other than that, awesome"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, scenic view, great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/21/2009

(review submitted 10/22/2009)

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Review 33 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The pumpkin empanadas we had had a good masa harina flavor, however, the dough overpowered the pumpkin quite a bit. The butternut squash soup was fresh and very smooth. The chicken was very tender. The pear ginger drink was overpowered with pear nectar. Not much for service."

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/20/2009

(review submitted 10/22/2009)

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Review 34 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The food did not live up to our expectations. Only one dinner entree was considered very good by our party of four(seared scallops over fresh corn). The tasting plate again had only one item out of five that was tasty (a fried green tomato)...how exciting is a piece of fresh mozarella with olive oil and cherry tomatoes? Also,someone had a very heavy hand with the salt in the kitchen. Our waiter was wonderful and the service was great but we were so disapointed with the food that we left without ordering dessert. This was supposed to be our "nice" dinner in the wine country and a special treat for two marathon runners :("

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/20/2009

(review submitted 10/22/2009)

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Review 35 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Had a lovely dinner in early October 2009 - no students on duty - out of session. Wonderful waiter. Had Alaskan Salmon - fabulous. My sister had to send back her mushroom pasta for reheating - but once it came back hot - she loved it! Creme Brulee very nice - strawberry crepes tasteless. I would go back!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/07/2009

(review submitted 10/22/2009)

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Review 36 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"It was dark and rainy but there is a nice outside patio which I am sure is scenic and delightful in good weather as it overlooks a section of vineyards.

The food was superbly prepared with multiple layers of flavors which made each bite a marvelous taste experience. The wine list is exceptionally nice with good choices in all pocket book ranges. The kitchen and bar are open so you can watch the food preparation, which makes for good entertainment as well.

There is no carpeting and the openness of the room creates some background noise which is tolerable and does not detract from conversation.

I guarantee we will take friends there again"

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/19/2009

(review submitted 10/21/2009)

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Review 37 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Great Building. Good food. Great experience."

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, scenic view

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/17/2009

(review submitted 10/21/2009)

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Review 38 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Excellent food selections and beautiful setting."

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/19/2009

(review submitted 10/21/2009)

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Review 39 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We had an enjoyable experience aat the Culinary Institute. We were not rushed and had plenty of time to celebrate birthdays. Service was very good...plenty of bread."

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/18/2009

(review submitted 10/20/2009)

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Review 40 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Truly incredible !!! I never knew food could be so diverse , delicious and fascinating to observe being prepared !!! We will definitely be back the next time we are in California !"

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/15/2009

(review submitted 10/20/2009)

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Review 41 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"What can I say except "to die for" the food the service the ambiance everything was top of the line.I could not have been happier.Thanks C.I.A. George"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/18/2009

(review submitted 10/20/2009)

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Review 42 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Dinner here ended our journey thru CA wine country - Great dinner. Esp enjoyed their unique wine pairing - allowing individual selections vs. bottles for the table. I was able to enjoy/compare three excellent cabs...while others chose different selections with their particular entres."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/09/2009

(review submitted 10/20/2009)

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Review 43 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food at Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant is consistently excellent - the food is delicious and the service is always attentive and knowledgable. A great choice when you're visiting Napa Valley."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/16/2009

(review submitted 10/20/2009)

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Review 44 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"My wife's favorite and as always as good as the best restaurant anywhere."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
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By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/17/2009

(review submitted 10/20/2009)

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Review 45 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"A wonderful dining experience...
A beautiful sunny day...
Wonderful view from outside..
Great waiter...

What more could one ask for...???

Many thanks,
Donna Spoto"

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/17/2009

(review submitted 10/19/2009)

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Review 46 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We had a wonderful time eating an early dinner at the restaurant. Our patio table overlooked the hills and we saw the sunset. We ordered the sampler menu of appetizers first, the "Temptations," which were very good, and then had a main course and side. The items were creative and fun. We liked sampling different items. It was very romantic after a nice day of wine tasting."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/17/2009

(review submitted 10/19/2009)

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Review 47 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Awesome....we've been here before but took some friends this time and they LOVED the food! The service is also exceptional....will definitely return on our next visit to Napa!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/15/2009

(review submitted 10/18/2009)

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Review 48 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"We were quite disappointed, unfortunately. We believe it to be overpriced for the quality of the food and the service was also disappointing. Except for the bread service nothing was attended to and request for a refill on coffee was ignored. The salads were OK but overpriced. Our main entrees were also unsatisfactory. The salmon was served with a nice accompaniment but the salmon itself was very hard to find on the plate. The chicken was a fried mess.

We have been to the CIA resturant in Hyde Park, New York and the dining experience there was well worth the price. We also attended the cooking school of a local junior college and we believe the experience there was far and above this experience."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/14/2009

(review submitted 10/18/2009)

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Review 49 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We have eaten at the CIA in Hyde Park, NY several times.
This was a wonderful additional experience.
We were hoping the staff would be mostly CIA students but that was not the case.
Evidently they only have about 100 students and therefore not enough to continuously staff
this fine dining restaurant.
The staff was very professional and enthusiastic but we missed the informal discussions with the student staff (highly professional) at the several different restaurants at the Hyde Park location.
The food was superb and fairly priced. The wine list is a treasure without trying to overwhelm any ones wallet.
Great place and great if you like to watch the kitchen action. We had an early dinner so our service was superb. As the action hea"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, scenic view

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/16/2009

(review submitted 10/18/2009)

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Review 50 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"If you want to make a fond, life long memory...have lunch here!"

Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/15/2009

(review submitted 10/17/2009)

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Review 51 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We had a wonderful dinner while visiting Napa. Even though the night was cool, we were able to eat outside thanks to the outside heaters. All the food was delicious and the view from the terrace was just lovely. Very relaxing. Would easily go again the next time we visit. Go for lunch when the students are cooking."

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/09/2009

(review submitted 10/16/2009)

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Review 52 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Had a great time at the CIA and will definitely return someday!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/10/2009

(review submitted 10/14/2009)

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Review 53 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"Very disappointing. The dishes were boring and some, not even cooked properly. We were expecting so much more from the CIA. Also the ventilation system is awful. There was a constant smell of burnt oil in the air instead of the aromas one would expect. Service was just so so. There are so many better restaurants in Napa Valley that are not nearly as expensive. The ambiance of this beautiful building was not enough to make up for the very ordinary meal. It was so much better years ago.... I hope they can regain what has been lost."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/02/2009

(review submitted 10/13/2009)

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Review 54 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food was fabulous, one of the best dinners we had all week in Napa Valley. Had a tasting option for wine which was nice."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/07/2009

(review submitted 10/13/2009)

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Review 55 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This place speaks for itself. Just, *go*. Make reservations. There's always a wait, as there should be :)"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/11/2009

(review submitted 10/13/2009)

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Review 56 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The atmosphere was everything you'd expect in Napa, gorgeous views, historic buildings reminicient of the Italian countryside in our own backyard! Excellent food, and wine the four of us shared our appetizers and entrees, everything was wonderful. I wpuld return again and again."

Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, scenic view, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/10/2009

(review submitted 10/13/2009)

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Review 57 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Poor)

"With eager anticipation we were looking forward to celebrating our tenth anniversary dinner at the CIA. The server was hovering and overbearing and was not knowlegeable about the wine list nor helped with explaining the menu. The food was fried and greasy and not the quality of food we would find acceptable at any restaurant and less so from one that categorizes itself as a premier dining establishment. It was big disappointment and we would not consider returning or recommending this restaurant."

Food		(Poor)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/11/2009

(review submitted 10/13/2009)

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Review 58 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I had a phenomenal Fluke entree, and the wine pairing with the meal was excellent as well. I was there late on a Monday night, so it was probably quieter than normal, but it was a good experience."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/05/2009

(review submitted 10/13/2009)

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Review 59 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"As you would expect from the CIA, food was interesting and delicious. Service was very good and the ambience terrific. One of my favorite places to stop when in napa."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/09/2009

(review submitted 10/13/2009)

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Review 60 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This place is a must eat! The food was sized well, making it easy to start with an appetizer and end with dessert."

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/10/2009

(review submitted 10/13/2009)

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Review 61 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We have been looking forward to having a dining experience at Greystone since we stopped by the last trip out to the wine country and we were not disappointed. The food and the service were top notch!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/07/2009

(review submitted 10/13/2009)

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Review 62 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This is a great restaurant!!! The restaurant has a wonderful atmosphere and the service is great. The food is very tasty and I can't wait to go back and try different dishes. I highly recommend this restaurant for special occasions. I would like to try sitting up at the food bar to watch the students cook. This was definitely a wonderful experience."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/10/2009

(review submitted 10/12/2009)

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Review 63 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The food was tasty and the setting was very interesting. The room looks like it could be an early 1900s convent converted to a newer purpose yet our guide earlier in the day said that it was all purpose built when the school was established in St. Helena. The corn soup was very tasty. The pumpkin empanadas, while good, didn't really shine. The pan seared scallops were perfectly cooked and the special mushroom & pasta was excellent fresh and when the leftovers were consumed the next day."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/07/2009

(review submitted 10/12/2009)

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Review 64 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Our third visit and outstanding as always."

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/10/2009

(review submitted 10/12/2009)

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Review 65 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Greystone is a wonderful restaurant to eat at, and the view is wonderful. The food is very good."

Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/08/2009

(review submitted 10/12/2009)

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Review 66 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"A friend recommended we stop here for lunch and try the tasting menu - what a treat! It's perfect for a light snack/lunch... and the presentation and flavor combinations of the dishes we were served was amazing. We'll definitely go back next time we're in Napa."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/09/2009

(review submitted 10/12/2009)

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Review 67 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Really neat experience. Amazing food and atmosphere. I will go back every time I am in town."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/10/2009

(review submitted 10/12/2009)

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Review 68 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"3rd time here over approx. 4 years (2nd dinner and have also done lunch); it's always at the top of my list when spending the night in Napa Valley. The food is just across-the-board magnificent. I especially like the appetizer tasting option, mini-bites of five different delectable treats. The view of the kitchen is fantastic from the bar - fast and furious - all in all, I really, really like this place. Only slight negative is that the service can be uber formal - not bad, just not as genuinely warm as what I consider "Great service.""

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/09/2009

(review submitted 10/11/2009)

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Review 69 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Wonderful restaurant to visit.

Great to watch the chefs, even better to taste the beautiful food!"

Special Features: special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/09/2009

(review submitted 10/11/2009)

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Review 70 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Food was quite good and unique. Our waiter could have been more friendly and he was not very attentive."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/05/2009

(review submitted 10/11/2009)

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Review 71 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Amazing prices for quality of food. Everyone was friendly. Service was quick. The staff even overhead my 5 foot tall mother comment tht she was too short to touch the ground with her feet in her chair, so they brought her a different one. Never had that happen before."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/07/2009

(review submitted 10/11/2009)

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Review 72 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"One of our favorite places to hit when we are in town from Washington, DC. Once again, CIA did not disappoint. Great food! Fun to watch the action in the kitchen and always GREAT wine on the list."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/01/2009

(review submitted 10/08/2009)

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Review 73 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Wonderful food and a very cool experience overall. Enjoyed it thoroughly."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 09/30/2009

(review submitted 10/08/2009)

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Review 74 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Was with a large group...the food was great....service great...very comfortable dining atmosphere in a beautiful historic building. Highly recommend."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/05/2009

(review submitted 10/07/2009)

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Review 75 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Beautiful! Try to eat outside weather permitting!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/02/2009

(review submitted 10/06/2009)

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Review 76 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This was our first time to the CIA restaurant. We had a wonderful time and were very impressed with the service and excellent food. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking to make their trip to the Napa Valley a special one."

Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/04/2009

(review submitted 10/06/2009)

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Review 77 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Best dining experience we've ever had. Incredible food, service, and atmosphere. one we will remember forever!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 10/04/2009

(review submitted 10/06/2009)

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Review 78 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Excellent food and great dining experience. Not quite what I remembered from 2 years ago though. Seemed like the cost was significantly up while the service and quality of food was slightly down."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion