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Evangeline, Calistoga, CA

Evangeline

4.2
4.2
1867 Reviews
$30 and under
French

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighborhood gem
Evangeline is the casual bistro for which Napa Valley has been waiting: a destination with garden patio dining and world-class food, drink, and service.

Classic bistro items such as raw oysters, croque madame, smoked salmon, and steak frites--each of them in the most flavorful form you've ever seen or tasted. Daily specials like shrimp etouffee, gumbo ya-ya, and fried chicken offer glimpses into the Chef's French and Creole repertoire.

An extensive array of wines by the glass is anchored by our draft wine system, which serves perfect pours on exclusive wines seldom offered except by the bottle. Our local beers and liquors will get your toe tapping at the comfortable, chic bar.

The jewel of Evangeline is the trellised outdoor patio, with heaters and fans for outdoor dining in all but the most forbidding weather. Dappled sunlight and lively music make it a Napa Valley idyll worth the drive up-valley. Free parking abounds across the street.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Creole, Bistro
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (707) 341-3131
  • Website
    http://www.evangelinenapa.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Sasan Nayeri
  • Catering
    Call us for your next private event, and we'll figure out how you can experience Evangeline at a venue of your choosing.
  • Private party facilities
    SUBMIT AN INQUIRY ON WWW.EVANGELINENAPA.COM UNDER 'GROUPS' TAB
  • Location
    1226 Washington Street, Calistoga, CA 94515
  • Neighborhood
    Calistoga
  • Cross street
    Lincoln
  • Parking details
    Plentiful free street parking is available in the neighborhood, and there is a free public lot right across the street. The only time you may have to walk a bit is during the Saturday Calistoga Farmer's Market.
  • Public transit
    The Nap Valley VINE bus service has stops close by.
  • Entertainment
    Evangeline can contract live entertainment for private parties. Please reach out for further information.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Cocktails, Wine by the Glass, & Beer

Evangeline Also Offers a Vast Selection of Old World & New World Wines by the Bottle. Please note items and prices are subject to change

    Cocktails

    $16 Ea

    • Incognito

      rum muddled with spearmint, passion fruit, lime, ginger

      • Pommes Paradis

        house apple-infused bourbon, apple bitters, lemon, cherry

        • Evangeline Paloma

          tequila, pamplemousse, grapefruit, lime

          • French 1226

            ginny's gin, lemon, elderberry, champagne

            • St. Claude Sazerac

              rye whiskey, cognac, absinthe, housemade saffron bitters

              • Esplanade Manhattan

                rye whiskey, contratto americano vermouth, ($2 supplement)

                Wines by the Glass

                • Champagne, Nicolas Fueillate, Brut Reserve NV$19.00

                  • Sparkling, Mumm, Cuvee Prestige, Napa NV$13.00

                    • Chardonnay, Macrostie, Sonoma Coast, 2016$14.00

                      • Chardonnay, William Fevre, Chablis, 2017$14.00

                        • Sauvignon Blanc, Le Grand Ballon, Loire, 2017$13.00

                          • Sauvignon Blanc, Round Pond, Rutherford, 2017$13.00

                            • Dry Riesling, Trefethen, Napa Valley, 2016$12.00

                              • Rose of Cabernet Sauvignon, Chelsea, Calistoga, 2017$13.00

                                • Rose of Sangiovese, La Spinetta, Il Rose, Tuscany, 2017$13.00

                                  • Pinot Noir, Hahn, Monterey, 2017$12.00

                                    • Pinot Noir, Croix, Narrow Gauge, Russian River, 2016$19.00

                                      • Pinot Noir, Anabella, Carneros, 2016$16.00

                                        • Zinfandel, Frog's Leap, Napa Valley, 2016$16.00

                                          • Grenache Blend, Dm. des Romarins, Cdr, 2017$14.00

                                            • Syrah, Qupe, Central Coast, 2016$13.00

                                              • Cabernet Sauvignon, 75 Wine Co., Napa, 2016$13.00

                                                • Cabernet Sauvignon, Chelsea, Calistoga, 2014$19.00

                                                  Draft Beer

                                                  • Kronenbourg, 1664, Lager, France$7.00

                                                    • Sudwerk, Pilsner, Davis, CA$8.00

                                                      • St. Archer, White Ale, San Diego, CA$8.00

                                                        • Deschutes, Fresh Squeezed IPA, Bend, Or$8.00

                                                          • Lagunitas, Lil' Sumptin Ale, Petaluma, CA$8.00

                                                            • Abita, Turbodog, Abita Springs, LA$8.00

                                                              • Avery, White Rascal, Boulder, Co

                                                                • Can$8.00

                                                              Last updated: August 25, 2024

                                                              What 1,867 people are saying

                                                              Overall ratings and reviews

                                                              Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                              4.2
                                                              4.2 based on recent ratings
                                                              • 4.2Food
                                                              • 4.2Service
                                                              • 4.3Ambience
                                                              • 3.9Value

                                                              Noise • Moderate

                                                              Review summary

                                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                              Evangeline offers a charming garden patio perfect for enjoying their "delicious food" and "great ambiance." Highlights include "superb" dishes like pork chops and seafood, with a "friendly staff" adding to the experience. Some diners note mixed reviews on service speed and wine selection. Ideal for a leisurely meal in Calistoga.

                                                              1,867 Reviews

                                                              1. Michele

                                                                Philadelphia

                                                                4 reviews

                                                                3.0

                                                                4 reviews

                                                                Dined 2 days ago

                                                                1. Overall 3
                                                                2. Food 2
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                The restaurant has a wonderful atmosphere and excellent service. The food was not as good as we were expecting. I did like my French Onion soup. The Gumbo was not done properly. Glad we tried it but probably wouldn’t go back.

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                                                              2. Georgia

                                                                San Francisco

                                                                1 review

                                                                5.0

                                                                1 review

                                                                Dined 7 days ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Incredibly nice and professional staff. Delicious food

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                                                              3. Dave

                                                                Vancouver

                                                                2 reviews

                                                                4.0

                                                                2 reviews

                                                                Dined on December 16, 2024

                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                2. Food 3
                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                                Expensive beyond believe. $407 for 4 people, 5 alcoholic drinks, entrees for all.

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                                                              4. Mark

                                                                San Francisco

                                                                7 reviews

                                                                4.0

                                                                7 reviews

                                                                Dined on November 29, 2024

                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                3. Service 3
                                                                4. Ambience 2
                                                                It was freezing. Not enough heat in or outside needs rethink the heating

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                                                              5. Curtis

                                                                San Francisco

                                                                1 review

                                                                4.0

                                                                1 review

                                                                Dined on November 29, 2024

                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Thanksgiving dinner. I loved the fact that they had a thanksgiving menu and a small menu aside from the thanksgiving menu. Many options. I'm a Napa Valley local and this is a lovely place for dinner.

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                                                              6. OpenTable Diner

                                                                San Francisco

                                                                1 review

                                                                1.0

                                                                1 review

                                                                Dined on November 29, 2024

                                                                1. Overall 1
                                                                2. Food 2
                                                                3. Service 3
                                                                4. Ambience 1
                                                                When you make your reservation , It is customary to let you know in advance if there is time limit on the table and when you have to leave after the food is finished and how long you can stay in the restaurant . At Evangeline, when I made my reservation there was no mentioning about any time limit on the table, however the host asked us to leave after dinner when we were having coffee to sit at the bar because 2 people at the bar were waiting for a table, I have to mention this was Thanksgiving dinner with prior reservation, I felt he acted very unprofessionally and kind of rude to interrupt our conversation and kicking us out.. That was not the only incident , when we sat at our table, we were laughing and having a good time, the same host asked us what kind of water we would like to have, my friend jokingly said "no alcohol" because she is driving, he raised his voice and said I didn't ask about alcohol. He was very rude.I will never go back to that restaurant. DONT WAIST YOUR MONEY IN THAT PLACE.

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                                                              7. LarryCable

                                                                San Francisco

                                                                16 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                16 reviews

                                                                Dined on November 27, 2024

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                3. Service 3
                                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                                Great menu and cocktails, tasty food, friendly staff and DOG FRIENDLY!!!

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                                                              8. Chris

                                                                VIP

                                                                Sacramento

                                                                15 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                15 reviews

                                                                Dined on November 17, 2024

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                We visited Evangeline for brunch on a Sunday morning. The croque madame was delicious, the bread pudding was moist and without raisins, the coffee was hot and fresh and the fritto misto was tender, crispy and yummy. I was really surprised that we were the only ones there as I thought it was fabulous.

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                                                              9. Janet

                                                                San Francisco

                                                                1 review

                                                                3.0

                                                                1 review

                                                                Dined on November 11, 2024

                                                                1. Overall 3
                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                3. Service 2
                                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                                The food we ordered was good- filet mignon very tender, halibut was moist and gumbo quite tasty and spicy. Service was slow. It didn’t seem like there were enough wait staff for the number of guests and it was not a super busy Sunday evening.

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                                                              10. Doug

                                                                VIP

                                                                San Francisco

                                                                18 reviews

                                                                4.0

                                                                18 reviews

                                                                Dined on October 30, 2024

                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Great setting, good menu with food to match. Well located

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                                                              FAQs

                                                              Evangeline offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (707) 341-3131.

                                                              Evangeline is rated 4.2 stars by 1867 OpenTable diners.

                                                              Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                              Make a reservation

                                                              2 people
                                                              7:00 PM
                                                              Booked 13 times today

                                                              Order delivery or takeout

                                                              Google Map for Evangeline

                                                              1226 Washington Street, Calistoga, CA 94515

                                                              Additional information

                                                              • Cross street
                                                                Lincoln
                                                              • Neighborhood
                                                                Calistoga
                                                              • Hours of operation
                                                                Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                              • Price
                                                                $30 and under
                                                              • Cuisines
                                                                French, Creole, Bistro
                                                              • Dining style
                                                                Casual Dining
                                                              • Dress code
                                                                Smart Casual
                                                              • Parking details
                                                                Plentiful free street parking is available in the neighborhood, and there is a free public lot right across the street. The only time you may have to walk a bit is during the Saturday Calistoga Farmer's Market.
                                                              • Public transit
                                                                The Nap Valley VINE bus service has stops close by.
                                                              • Payment options
                                                                AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                              • Executive chef
                                                                Sasan Nayeri
                                                              • Entertainment
                                                                Evangeline can contract live entertainment for private parties. Please reach out for further information.
                                                              • Additional
                                                                Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                              • Website
                                                                http://www.evangelinenapa.com/
                                                              • Phone number
                                                                (707) 341-3131
                                                              • Catering
                                                                Call us for your next private event, and we'll figure out how you can experience Evangeline at a venue of your choosing.
                                                              • Private party facilities
                                                                SUBMIT AN INQUIRY ON WWW.EVANGELINENAPA.COM UNDER 'GROUPS' TAB
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