Bombdog

I don't want to be a wet blanket, but Keller has closed the French Laundry here in Napa for a significant time frame while he opens and works on his new place in NYC. I read in the local paper that he was doing some major modifications to the building during this time. I'll check around and see if I can find out a re opening time frame. Of course, there is nothing like the French Laundry, if for nothing else just the experience. But there are still TON's of wonderful places to eat here. Try the Martini House in St Helena.

I haven't eaten there in a few years, but I always enjoyed Biba's. I also like the River City Brewery in the mall near the Capitol. Alas, I haven't been their either for at least a year, you your experience might vary. The Brewery certainly used to fit your desire for a place to sit at the bar and go solo.