Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America Reviews List

Dined on 5/16/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We went for lunch on a Thursday. Excellent service, food was very good and we were out in 45 minutes even with dessert. A bit pricey....be sure to try the cheesecake-very unique presentation."

Dined on 5/16/2013

Special Features: great for lunch

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Review 2 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Service charge

Dined on 5/15/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I believe in tipping but honestly can't stand when it's automatically added. This is a great place to eat and good service they don't need to automatically add the service charge. This is a higher end restaurant people know what to do."

Dined on 5/15/2013

Special Features: romantic, scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 3 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing

Dined on 5/14/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Possibly one of the best meals I have ever had, so fresh and innovative!"

Dined on 5/14/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 4 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

early spring dinning

Dined on 5/07/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"we arrived early on a lovely and quiet spring evening and ate their "charcutrie" plate out on the patio overlooking napa valley. loved the little bites of sausage, pate, potted pork and especially the smoked duck. moved inside for dinner and ordered their house char and cab and both were very good...long wait before food arrived...my ravioli was very light and delicious but more like dumplings and the creamed spinish side dish was fresh and enough for two servings. husband's swordfish was a little dry and tasted more like halibot but he liked it..small portion though for $30 and his pea soup with scallop was just that one scallop"

Dined on 5/07/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 5 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Not meet my expectation.

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food quality is not good enough. On Sundays, it only has limited choice of food."

Dined on 5/12/2013

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Review 6 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Bucket List

Dined on 5/09/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I have been wanting to visit Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America for as long as I can remember. I finally had my chance and was not disappointed. Everything was superb. The service was excellent. We were able to sit at the bar to enjoy a cocktail before our meal, where we enjoyed watching the chefs work their magic. Our meal was fantastic and we completely enjoyed our evening at Greystone. I'd highly recommend it to anyone visiting the Napa/St. Helena area."

Dined on 5/09/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 7 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

... left hungry!

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Went with my wife and two sons for Mother's Day. For this occasion they had a special menu ($40 per person) with basicly two options per course. With dinner had total of 4 beers and one glass of wine. Total bill: $240. Plus gave a $30 tip ... Total: $270. This is the lowest, percentage wise, tip I have given in a long, long time. Reason? We left the restaurant famished ... went home and had a barbecue about two hours later. Live in Napa and not going back."

Dined on 5/12/2013

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Review 8 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

Disapointed

Dined on 4/17/2013

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"My sister has been many times. When she heard I was going to wine country for my honeymoon she immediately recommended this restaurant. We were excited to visit but left disappointed. We were sat in the corner where it was too dark and bugs were flying around. Our meal was not good! We ordered the appetizer sampler, chicken, steak, and panna cotta dessert. We liked the potato soup in the sampler but disliked all the other small apps. When I asked the waitress about the patte she misinformed me to later find out it was pork (which I don't eat). The fried chicken was bland and not satisfying while the steak was average. The dessert was overwhelming with too many flavors. It was topped with little candies which did not compliment the dessert."

Dined on 4/17/2013

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Review 9 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Good but noisy

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food and service is good and fit the price. The only pros is too noisy...I barely hear my husband's vocie."

Dined on 5/10/2013

Special Features: scenic view

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Review 10 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointing, overall

Dined on 5/09/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Impressive building, attentive service. The scallop and pea soup was good (one small scallop).

After that, disappointment. My overcooked trout's only flavor was in the "popped quinoa." My wife's short ribs, in ironic contrast, were undercooked--red. How do you undercook short ribs? The dessert souffle was a lump. The table and chairs were uncomfortable. My wife's feet did not reach the floor, and my knees were up against the table legs.

We are not complainers. We had good meals at Mustards Grill, Bottega and Bouchon in Napa Valley and at Kin, Willi's Seafood, and even Johnny Garlic's in Sonoma Valley. We expected more from the CIA. We did enjoy the Spice Islands Marketplace, and everyone was very friendly."

Dined on 5/09/2013

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Review 11 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Training school for chefs

Dined on 5/09/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We ate lunch outdoors on a beautiful day. The service was mixed. Water only filled once. Menu had enough variety to choose from. However the cheese plate appetizer came without any explanation of what cheese was what and where it was from. Needs some work there. Salad had too much dressing. Dessert soufflé was good. I don't need to go back to dine. But will return to the Illy dessert cafe next time for a sweet treat."

Dined on 5/09/2013

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

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Review 12 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfection

Dined on 5/08/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"One of the best dining places in the upper Valley!"

Dined on 5/08/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, great for lunch

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Review 13 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointed this time

Dined on 5/05/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I have been here many times before and have always enjoyed the experience. Something changed since I dined here last. The food was still good, however, the service was terrible! I expect better at an Applebee's or BJ's than the service we received here this time. We sat for quite a long while between courses when the entire place was serving only a pre-fixe menu. A party of six who were seated after our party of 3 were served and finished before we were within the same server's area. We had to request our bill at least 3 times. And to top it off, she tried to automatically add a 17% gratuity because she knew her service was bad! I won't be back for a long while after that!"

Dined on 5/05/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 14 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Hit and miss

Dined on 5/09/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Greystone on the whole is fabulous. But the menu changes and old favorites are often gone the next time you dine.
Our experience this time was great except for the dessert.
We ordered the sampler which included 4 tastes from the menu.
Except for the ice cream they were awful.
We visited the culinary center the next day and saw amazing
Desserts there. Not sure why these were not served in the
Restaurant."

Dined on 5/09/2013

Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 15 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Beautiful Grounds, Wonderful Lunch

Dined on 5/05/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We visited the culinary institute on a Sunday. Unfortunately, our lunch reservation was right when a demonstration at the Spice Islands Market was about to begin ! Our lunch was a wonderful Price Fix menu with crab cake appetizer, soup ( chilled pea) or salad, Chicken Skirt Steak or Trout, and a deconstructed Blueberry Cheesecake or Strawberry Salad. The dining room is part of the mansion, with stone walls and wrought iron window bars.

The food was excellent, but there was a lag between courses. It was almost an hour and a half experience. I would recommend that anyone visiting St Helena drop in for a visit. Unfortunately, the Illy cafe Bakery is undergoing remodeling for the busy season. It will be welcome, the center was not very busy ."

Dined on 5/05/2013

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

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Review 16 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Change is disappointing.

Dined on 5/08/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I have been a frequent visitor to the restaurant for years visiting at least once a month. They recemtly made a change in menu style and management / chef personnel. The resulting menu change is disappointing . The menu lacks the creativity and excitement that the previous menu had. The menu now is a generic, medeocre version of every other California cuisine clone in the market place. Boring."

Dined on 5/08/2013

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Review 17 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Not as good as before

Dined on 5/07/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The new menu is a mistake. The small bites that we always loved to sample are gone. Fewer menu choices now, but the prices seem much higher. My pork main dish was dried out due to over-cooking, and my green salad (wonderfully full of delicate greens) was overwhelmed by a much-too-strong dressing. We'll go back to shop in the store, but the restaurant is off the menu for now. There are too many other better dining options in the Napa Valley for the same cost."

Dined on 5/07/2013

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Review 18 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service was Excellent

Dined on 5/05/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We "got" the CIA teaching experience. The food was creative, but not quite on par with some of the finer restaurants. Our waitress was very friendly and knowledgeable about the food and food prep. The bus people and food expediters were all over the place and very efficient. There was very little "personality" or "warmth" from the people working there. No real greeting at the door, etc. The staff seemed intent on providing good service, but did not interact with the clientele very much. Overall a "good" experience, but not a "great" one."

Dined on 5/05/2013

Special Features: good for groups, special occasion

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Review 19 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Lunch was wonderful!

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We try to visit the restaurant when we get to Napa. I find visiting for lunch is normally a good time to visit. The food was very good as was the wine we selected."

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: great for lunch

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Review 20 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointed

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We were seated, then ignored - no water, no nothin. The air conditioning wasn't working and it was at least 90 degrees outside. With the kitchen heat, we were sweating and still no water. The food was good, but service was just lousy. We gave up on dessert, because the waitress wouldn't bring the dessert menu and the overwhelming heat. Would not recommend and with all the fine restraurants in the Napa Valley we will not return."

Dined on 5/04/2013

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Review 21 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Dined on 5/03/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We were pretty disappointed with our whole experience. The food was good but very small portions. We ordered a cheesecake to split for dessert but were served a squiggle of cream cheese on a plate with a minimal amount of graham cracker crumbs sprinkle in two spots. We were automatically charged a 17% gratuity for just two people. Then there were two drinks on our tab that we did not order. The waiter said he was told to add these charges on by some mysterious person. There was no bar service and no one else around that could have ordered these drinks so not convinced this was an accident. We will not be back and we are locals."

Dined on 5/03/2013

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view

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Review 22 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

Petes birthday celebration

Dined on 5/02/2013

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"what a let down! waited 20 minutes after being seated to be acknowledged by wait staff. Getting drinks took just as long. The menu looked very good, until you actually eat the food. It was bland to taste. A nice gesture was a birthday plate of cookies were brought over. Appearance was beautiful, the taste terrible. The cookies like a linder cookie tasted like they used fake butter and not enough sugar in the shortbread. We were SO disappointed with so many great resturants in Napa, we spent 1 of our dining experiences here."

Dined on 5/02/2013

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Review 23 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

Not even close to our expectations

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We had our eye on this restaurant for a while. Last weekend we had a friend visiting from Europe and took him on a wine tour. We wanted to end the day in a nice restaurant and impress him. Unfortunately we got impressed - with how many things can be done wrong!
The service was horrible - examples ranging from forgetting and delaying orders, not knowing what's on the menu and what's currently available to messing up the bill.
The food was also so-so, especially deserts. The rest of the dishes were average - nothing that stands out.
We've been to such school restaurant in Vancouver - food and service were spectacular! Just an example of what standards a school should set up!"

Dined on 5/04/2013

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

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Review 24 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Unexpected Disappointment

Dined on 5/02/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"This was our second time at the Culinary Institute. The last time was 5 years ago and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. This time, however, the A/C was not working so it was stiflingly hot, the menu was uninspired, and the food was just mediocre. The server seemed less than interested in what she was doing or what our needs might be. She even served us our martinis in desert glasses instead of a martini glass! Weird for a place that that is supposed to be a learning center for culinary excellence. Very poor example!"

Dined on 5/02/2013

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Review 25 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

CIA should be on your missing list

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I had dined at CIA previously and was very disappointed with the service. Waiter was unattentive, difficult to understand and it was just a poor overall experience. In addition, we were highly disappointed that the prefixe menu was not available. We went to specifically enjoy that and the wine pairings. Not available nor was that communicated in advance. Wine list overall was poor - particularly considering the location.

A big turn off overall and we will not visit again."

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: scenic view

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Review 26 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Fine Dining

Dined on 5/03/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food at the Greystone is always a winner. As the menu changes regularly, only the freshest ingredients are used. The service was spotty during my last visit, but the food was the clear winner of the evening! It was another great visit of great food. The wine list is impressive, given Wine Spectators credentials. For a great meal, stop by when you're in Napa Valley."

Dined on 5/03/2013

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

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Review 27 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Wine swap

Dined on 5/02/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I was not happy with the first glass of wine I ordered, so I requested a different wine. The waitress was happy to replace my wine, no questions asked. Then the manager came over and apologized for the fact that I did not like the first wine. I had been worried about how they would handle it, but it couldn't have been handled better!"

Dined on 5/02/2013

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

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Review 28 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

It was OK

Dined on 5/02/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This is very special occasion place, very expensive. I did not think it was that great. The chocolate beer dessert needs to be rethought through."

Dined on 5/02/2013

Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion

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Review 29 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

These are up and coming chefs??

Dined on 5/01/2013

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The building and restaurant are lovely but as for the food totally different story. Feel that they are trying too hard to create unusual appetIzers/ entrees. Too many ingredients that really don't work together. As part of the students training they work as the waiter/waitresses - I think some of them need a lesson on how to do this. The waitress took away our plates when we weren't finished with the appetizer!"

Dined on 5/01/2013

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Review 30 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

What a great experience.....watchin

2007

Dined on 04/27/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"What a great experience.....watching students finish their semester on the job, preparing wonderful dishes. The service was attentive and friendly. Food was wonderful.....the short rib was delicious and so tender, no knife needed. Definately will revisit!"

Dined on 04/27/2013

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, hot spot

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Review 31 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Everything would have been

2012

Dined on 04/27/2013

2012

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Everything would have been perfect if the waiter did not forget our order of Oysters. We ordered the chicken for our 14-yr. old and it was rubbery. I was very diasappointed in the service as I enteratined a family of 5, all international guests from. There was an evident sight of very few waiters to tend to all the tables so that a lot of people were waiting to be tended to. The scenerey will always be awesome and the weather just made it beautiful. I wished the service and food matched all these, specially after paying almost $300."

Dined on 04/27/2013

2012

Special Features: good for groups

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Review 32 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Not bad - some dishes are

Dined on 04/27/2013

2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Not bad - some dishes are really good - some are very disappointing.
Consensus from my friends around the table : 7 - which is not good for something
called "Culinary-Institute-of-America" !
Saw a lot better in the past.
Overall - not a bad experience but don't expect too much.
Service was excellent."

Dined on 04/27/2013

2013

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Review 33 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

Lousy Comments form!

Dined on 04/27/2013

2013

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

"The format asking one person to rate the dining experience when multiple people were served is not functional. For instance, the "Noise" rating section in "Rate Your Experience" leaves out the choice of "LOUD, or "Unpleasant level" in it's criteria. "Moderate" and especially "energetic" are meaningless standards which indicate nothing on a decibel noise level. I can only conclude it was done on purpose so as to confuse the reviewer and provide pointless real experience data. Regarding section "Select Special Features"..."Fit For Foodies" is a curious category. "Foodie" is another example of a cliche' term thrown around in a pointless manner (OUT OF SPACE!!!)"

Dined on 04/27/2013

2013

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Review 34 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Breathtaking view from our

Dined on 04/24/2013

Dined on 04/24/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Breathtaking view from our outside table of Hwy 29 & the mountains beyond. Very good dining experience overall."

Dined on 04/24/2013

2013

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Review 35 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The decor is warm and inviting.

Dined on 04/24/2013

Dined on 04/24/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The decor is warm and inviting. We sat inside so that we could watch the cooks, but they were all on the other side of the kitchen so we didn't get a very good view. We had the chicken confi, and the vegetable risotto, both very good. The risotto was a little bit mushy, but still had a nice taste. The acorn squash with ricotta was our favorite! Pretty to look at, and tasted good.

Our server was very awkward - seemed very nervous. She stood in the corner and kept an eye on us while we were eating, which made us feel funny. She did keep our water glasses full, and the food arrived quickly. The white napkin left lint all over my dark slacks, which stayed with me for the rest of the day.

All in all, it was a very nice lunch."

Dined on 04/24/2013

2013

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

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Review 36 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Food

Dined on 04/23/2013

2011

Dined on 04/23/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The only negative from our visit was our observation of the salad preparation. The girl working this area constantly snacked on salad and crackers the whole time we were there. We found this to be rather nasty."

Dined on 04/23/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view

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Review 37 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

We were seated outside and

Dined on 04/23/2013

2006

Dined on 04/23/2013

2006

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We were seated outside and it was a beautiful day- what a lovely view from the top of the hill.
I ordered a cocktail and it came with 2 small bugs in it- more protein!
The food was good- my steak wasn't that great- but I have had worse. Very interesting menu. Overall it was a good experience."

Dined on 04/23/2013

2006

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

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Review 38 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Not what I expected. I thought

Dined on 04/18/2013

Dined on 04/18/2013

2010

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Not what I expected. I thought there might be more interaction with the students. The food was overpriced, but good. We were on our honeymoon and not the best place to go in Napa for a romantic dinner."

Dined on 04/18/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 39 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food was deliciously unique

Dined on 04/20/2013

Dined on 04/20/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Food was deliciously unique and wine pairing was perfect. Service was outstanding. I commend you on your training. The staff is wonderfully responsive and accommodating. I live out of state, but am a return customer to Greystone. A visit to the wine country is just not complete without dinner at Greystone. Kudos to you for your continued high standards over the years."

Dined on 04/20/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 40 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Most of the cooking and waiting

Dined on 04/20/2013

Dined on 04/20/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Most of the cooking and waiting is done by students, so don't expect a Michelin star experience. Having said that, I loved it! Everyone was extremely attentive and polite, and the food was delicious. Plus the price is very good considering what you get."

Dined on 04/20/2013

2013

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

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Review 41 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I've dined at the Hyde Park

Dined on 04/16/2013

Dined on 04/16/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I've dined at the Hyde Park CIA which was a wonderful experience. Dining at Greystone was just as wonderful, perhaps even better since we were seated at the the table where we could observe the chefs-in-training! Fabulous food; fabulous experience. It was really a treat for all four of us; one lactose intolerant and another who is gluten intolerant!"

Dined on 04/16/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 42 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

Interesting to see how future

2007

Dined on 04/17/2013

2007

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Interesting to see how future chefs are trained in their two-year course there, Some of the cooking and preparation is done in the round right in the dining room.
My pork ragout had several problems - shoulder was tasty but fatty within ; loin was tough; and sausage not to my taste,
Plus they wanted me to tip at 17% on the total bill which I refused to do, so they said I could tip what I wanted."

Dined on 04/17/2013

2007

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Review 43 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Just fine

Dined on 03/23/2013

Dined on 03/23/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We were a bit underwhelmed by this, unfortunately. It is certainly a lovely environment, and the service was fine, but there really wasn't any particular thing that stood out as extraordinary. We did appreciate other diners didn't seem to mind our young children, and the bartender was kind enough to make an extra trip from behind the bar to bring our daughter a cherry for her Shirley Temple. We visited for dinner, and I think I'd like to try again for brunch or lunch."

Dined on 03/23/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list

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Review 44 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

OVERPRICED AND OVERRATED

Dined on 04/19/2013

2011

Dined on 04/19/2013

2011

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Food just so-so, very overpriced for quality. Dining room VERY noisy, inelegant."

Dined on 04/19/2013

2011

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Review 45 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The patio was quiet. Excellent

Dined on 04/17/2013

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The patio was quiet. Excellent view, especially if you sit near the railing. The inside area was extremely noisy and the place was not even filled to capacity. The food was savory and creative on every count! Unfortunately, the coffee was extremely disappointing. That is the only thing that wasn't up to par."

Dined on 04/17/2013

2010

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

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Review 46 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Beautiful food excellent service

2006

Dined on 04/17/2013

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Food was excellent. Presentation was outstanding from the soup to the dessert. Servers were very enthusiastic and answered our questions about the menu completely and to our satisfaction. It was noisy not energetic, but with such a large room and so many people, I suppose that is to be expected. When I am in the area again I will make reservations for the CIA."

Dined on 04/17/2013

2006

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

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Review 47 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Overall fun experience with

2005

Dined on 04/17/2013

2005

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Overall fun experience with open kitchen.
Scenic drive to restaurant. Enjoyed the food experience. Very pleased & not overly expensive."

Dined on 04/17/2013

2005

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

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Review 48 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Five Star Experience

Dined on 04/06/2013

Dined on 04/06/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Truly an amazing place. Five star service and dining without the price. Our service was excellent - some of the best I ever had. They know how to make you feel like you are their only customer. The food was excellent and the serving portions just right. We enjoyed talking with the students who served us and hearing their experiences as students (we asked them to share). Overall it is one of the best dining experiences I've had. I highly recommend going here. While I said the noise level was energetic - it was not loud. We could carry on a conversation with ease. The ambiance is very welcoming and warm. Definitely a must go and experience place."

Dined on 04/06/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

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Review 49 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food & kitchen viewing

Dined on 04/10/2013

Dined on 04/10/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Nice menu good. Mix of great and good food. Given the kitchen can be viewed my dinners, it is great fun to watch the staff and students in the kitchen. One of the highlights of our trip to the Napa Valley."

Dined on 04/10/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem

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Review 50 for Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

I love coming here for dinner.