Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Novato

Everything was really wonderful however I asked for a to go box and the waiter ended up taking it away to box it and when I returned home I saw they removed half of my food so I didn't have my full leftovers. That was really disappointing.

It was amazing manager came out and  great recommendations, which I’m glad I listened to him… also gave us his business card and said he would take care of us next time overall I’ll leave my top five sushi places I’ve been to. Great quality as well.

Valentine’s 2025. If I could give more than 5 stars for food and service, I would. Filet mignon melted in my mouth. Very, very good! Salads had just the right amount of dressing. Note that we ordered off the regular menu. Many good wines available. The molten chocolate cake for dessert was excellent. The only reason for ambience rated at 4 stars, was the openness of the seating area didn’t lend itself to a romantic dinner. But they have done a very good job with table placement in the space that is available. It did not feel crowded and was not too noisy. Will definitely return and recommend this restaurant to others!

Bottega in Napa offers an unforgettable dining experience with its exceptional menu. We started with crispy Calamari, perfectly paired with a tangy dipping sauce. The Ricotta Gnocchi della Nonna was rich and melt-in-your-mouth, while the Carbonara al Carbone delivered smoky, savory flavors. The Pollo alla Diavola was perfectly cooked, with a fiery kick that complemented the tender chicken. The Habachi added a unique flair, and the Truffle Fries were decadent and crispy. Paired with a glass of Flowers Pinot Noir and Italian wine, the meal was an absolute delight. Bottega combines innovation and tradition, making it a must-visit in Napa. Celebrated my husband birthday and definitely we will come back here again.

We had reservations and arrived on time, were seated after a 10 minute wait. The restaurant is quite large and was busy with a robust noise level. Focaccia was delivered shortly after we were seated, however we had to request the crusty bread service twice before getting it. My husband’s branzino was excellent-tasty and cooked perfectly. The ravioli was also very good-I ordered a split order-three ravioli in lemon sauce, three in tomato sauce. We did not save room for dessert but the selection was appealing. The price is reasonable. After a full day of wine tasting we did not order from the beverage/wine list. Ample parking.