Cook St. Helena

Name: Cook St. Helena
Address: 1310 Main St, St. Helena, CA, United States, 94574-1905
Telephone: (707) 963-7088
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

4.9

1435 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

12 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 28 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

Specializing in elegant but straight-forward Northern Italian cuisine, created from local and seasonal ingredients.

A family-owned business, Cook St. Helena, is a neighborhood establishment through and through that continues to bring people together around fresh, handmade, delicious food in a warm, casual atmosphere. We opened Cook in 2004 to show the locals and tourists alike that food does not need to be complicated to taste great!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Californian
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(707) 963-7088
Website
http://cooksthelena.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Jude Wilmoth
Catering
Cook St. Helena can cater any event. Please inquire at events@cooksthelena.com
Private party facilities
Cook St. Helena is available for private events of up to 30 guests. Please inquire at events@cooksthelena.com

Location
1310 Main St, St. Helena, CA 94574-1905
Area
St. Helena
Cross Street
Hunt Avenue
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wine

baby mixed green salad. mount rose apple. ricotta salata. balsamic shallot vinaigretteUSD 15.00
caesar salad. parmesan. crostiniUSD 15.00
chopped salad. ceci beans. pecorino. pancetta. calabrian chilies. lemon vinaigretteUSD 15.00
the daily soupUSD 14.00
Wednesday - December 11 - minestrone soup. rigatoni. pesto. parmesan. evoo

housemade pastas

fazzoletti bolognese. house made ricottaUSD 29.00
gnocchi. gorgonzola dolce cream. cracked pepper. parmesanUSD 29.00
cavatelli all'arrabbiata. house made sausage. sliced garlic. tomato. basilUSD 28.00
spaghetti alle vongole. manila clams. wild gulf shrimp. spicy white wine brothUSD 36.00
special pastaUSD 29.00
Wednesday - December 11 - handmade fettucini. sliced chicken breast. wild chanterelle mushrooms. cipollini onions. marsala cream. arugula

all day entrées

roasted chicken chop. garden vegetables. lemon thyme jusUSD 33.00
eggplant parmesan. marinara. béchamelUSD 22.00
risottoUSD 46.00
Wednesday - December 11 - crescenza and herb risotto. sautéed wild gulf shrimp. white wine and herb brodo. dungeness crab and basil insalata

sandwiches

available until - 3 pm, along with the all day entrées

house ground burger. aged cheddar. sautéed red onion. romaine. aioli. ciabatta. hand cut friesUSD 22.00
avocado and red pepper panino. castelvetrano olive tapenade. ciabatta. greensUSD 20.00
b.l.t. sandwich. bacon. heirloom tomato. romaine. pesto aioli. ciabatta. hand cut friesUSD 21.00

dinner entrées

available after 3 pm, along with the all day entrées

slow-roasted pork shoulder. spicy tomato butter bean raguUSD 32.00

sides

the daily vegetableUSD 14.00
Wednesday - December 11 - sautéed brussels sprouts. browned butter. parmesan
bread and water. upon request. free! just ask

dessert

panna cotta. seasonal fruit. house made biscottiUSD 14.00
flourless chocolate cake. caramel. whipped cream. grey saltUSD 14.00
mundae. vanilla & chocolate gelato. evoo. reduced balsamic vinegar. whipped cream. grey saltUSD 14.00
gelato & sorbettoUSD 9.00
affogato. house made biscottiUSD 10.00

What 1,435 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cook St. Helena is a delightful gem, cherished by locals for its "exceptional food and service." This intimate spot offers "great, simple, dazzling food" with a cozy, festive atmosphere. While sometimes loud, the lively ambiance is part of its charm. Make a reservation to enjoy this "top-notch" experience!

1,435 Reviews

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Pilar
Philadelphia
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My Vongole was not as tasty as it usually is and calamari had a little bit of a smoked taste, but overall excellent food
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always such a great experience. The standard menu never disappoints and the specials make it even more difficult to decide what to order. The staff is welcoming and attentive.
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peter
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We eat there once/month. We live in St. Helena and know the owner personally. Fine folks. We've been there since they opened 20 years ago. You can't find a better restaurant anywhere.
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CellarPass
San Francisco
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cook is a true culinary gem. Absolutely incredible, as always.
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LaurieD
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My new favorite in the Napa Valley. Fresh ingredients and excellent flavors. Service was outstanding. I had the soup vegetable with white beans and a dash of fresh pesto. The Caesar salad perfectly dressed. Had a side of polenta. Fantastic. Perfect dinner out.
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Pete
San Francisco
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a great waiter.I believe his name was Michael.The food was excellent and ambience is not a strong point.But it’s very festive…go and have fun
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Jana
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From start to finish, a delight. Intimate ambience, great service, and a delicious meal. We enjoyed appetizers, main courses and dessert - everything was fabulous! Highlights were the porterhouse steak special, pork shoulder, and the pancetta and gelato desserts - superb.
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PENELOPE
San Francisco
97 reviews
5.0
97 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely fabulous plates! While the menu is small and doesn’t change often, their specials for the day are a great addition to the choices. One thing you have to do is learn how to say no because the waiters will offer you all these extras after you say no and no again… a bit annoying but we get through it.
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Al
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The ceilings need acoustic sound absorbing material or sound attenuation banners in the front dining area. Love the restaurant its service employees and overall attitude. Thanks
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 18 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We were very pleased overall by our experience at Cook. I had a really nice eggplant parm “sandwich”. We shared a fresh and tasty prosciutto and melon appetizer. My only caveat would be to make sure you order one of the Italian dishes; my husband was disappointed with his BLT because he wanted a traditional not a gourmet version. The special was a risotto with veal and butternut squash which I saw and smelled and wish I ordered. They also offered a hearty looking minestrone which I saw and regretted not ordering.
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FAQs

Cook St. Helena offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (707) 963-7088.

Cook St. Helena is rated 4.9 stars by 1435 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

12 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 28 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1310 Main St, St. Helena, CA 94574-1905

Additional information

Cross Street
Hunt Avenue
Area
St. Helena
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Californian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jude Wilmoth
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wine

Website
http://cooksthelena.com/
Phone number
(707) 963-7088
Catering
Cook St. Helena can cater any event. Please inquire at events@cooksthelena.com
Private party facilities
Cook St. Helena is available for private events of up to 30 guests. Please inquire at events@cooksthelena.com

Cook St. Helena

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

appetizers

mussels. house made sausage. spicy tomato broth. grilled breadUSD 21.00

fried calamari. calabrian chili aioli. grilled lemonUSD 17.00

burrata. pesto. basil. balsamic reduction. evoo. grey saltUSD 18.00

prosciutto and passe crassane pear. arugula. evooUSD 19.00

salads & soup

baby mixed green salad. mount rose apple. ricotta salata. balsamic shallot vinaigretteUSD 15.00

caesar salad. parmesan. crostiniUSD 15.00

chopped salad. ceci beans. pecorino. pancetta. calabrian chilies. lemon vinaigretteUSD 15.00

the daily soupUSD 14.00

housemade pastas

fazzoletti bolognese. house made ricottaUSD 29.00

gnocchi. gorgonzola dolce cream. cracked pepper. parmesanUSD 29.00

cavatelli all'arrabbiata. house made sausage. sliced garlic. tomato. basilUSD 28.00

spaghetti alle vongole. manila clams. wild gulf shrimp. spicy white wine brothUSD 36.00

special pastaUSD 29.00

all day entrées

roasted chicken chop. garden vegetables. lemon thyme jusUSD 33.00

eggplant parmesan. marinara. béchamelUSD 22.00

risottoUSD 46.00

sandwiches

house ground burger. aged cheddar. sautéed red onion. romaine. aioli. ciabatta. hand cut friesUSD 22.00

avocado and red pepper panino. castelvetrano olive tapenade. ciabatta. greensUSD 20.00

b.l.t. sandwich. bacon. heirloom tomato. romaine. pesto aioli. ciabatta. hand cut friesUSD 21.00

dinner entrées

slow-roasted pork shoulder. spicy tomato butter bean raguUSD 32.00

sides

the daily vegetableUSD 14.00

bread and water. upon request. free! just ask

dessert

panna cotta. seasonal fruit. house made biscottiUSD 14.00

flourless chocolate cake. caramel. whipped cream. grey saltUSD 14.00

mundae. vanilla & chocolate gelato. evoo. reduced balsamic vinegar. whipped cream. grey saltUSD 14.00

gelato & sorbettoUSD 9.00

affogato. house made biscottiUSD 10.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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