Ok, its not cheap, but The French Laundry is truly fantastic. We have tried, and failed, to get reservations before and so anticipation was high. Our biggest concern was that we'd be disappointed given high expectations. Not a bit of it. From start to finish everything was outstanding. The menu is fixed, 7 courses. However there are a number of... More

It really wasn't possible to take a landmark birthday trip to the Napa Valley, stay in Yountville for a week and not at least try to get a reservation at this iconic restaurant. And so we did. Ridiculously difficult to get the reservation but our concierge came through. The experience was fun and food was delicious. Service is impeccable. Extra... More

The food was amazing of course. The service and presentation was an experience. Have a low balance on your credit card as this one will cost you.

Restaurant called the afternoon of with a table that opened up because of a late cancellation. I had put our names on a wait list months before never really thinking they'd call. It just all worked out. Men are required to wear jackets. And loaned one to our older son. I had not read too much about children and their... More

The French Laundry is way more than a meal..it is an experience. The service is without match. They were only too happy to accommodate the varied diet restrictions and tastes of our party and found us great wines within our "budget". And needless to say, the food was amazing. Though certainly expensive, the experience totally lived up to the hype.

We love food! We loved Mr Keller's vision which is after three bites you are bored with plate. The presentation was lovely, no doubt. But I should never leave hungry, ever! The portion sizes were so very small, not even a bite and a half! My vegetarian main course was seriously two bites an that is not ok. Very pricey... More

My husband and I were married in wine country and went back last weekend to celebrate our fifth wedding anniversary. I was so excited when my husband said he had scored a reservation at The French Laundry. We aren't foodies in the true sense of the word, but have eaten at restaurants around the world and both agreed this meal... More

If someone gave me $1K to drop on another dining experience at The French Laundry, I can't say I would go back. Cost was not the issue - there were several other factors that did not sit well with our experience. Example #1: When I asked the sommelier for a ripe fruit forward, rich, buttery glass of Chardonnay to pair... More

If this place isn't five stars, what is? We had the nine course "tasting" menu for dinner and were delighted. All courses were SMALL, but altogether they added up to a full meal. Believe it or not, my favorite course was the very first one: Oysters & Pearls - to die for! Frankly, all the others were either 4 or... More