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Cook St. Helena, St. Helena, CA

Cook St. Helena

4.9
4.9
1506 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
1310 Main St, St. Helena, CA 94574-1905

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
7:00 pm
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
  • 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!

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

Menu

Cook St. Helena's menu was last updated 2025-04-26.

appetizers

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

    • fried calamari. calabrian chili aioli. grilled lemonUSD 17.00

      • burrata. basil. pesto. cherry tomatoes. balsamic reduction. evoo. grey saltUSD 18.00

        • prosciutto and d'anjou pear. arugula. evooUSD 19.00

          salads & soup

          • baby mixed green salad. 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

                  Friday - April 25 - 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

                            Friday - April 25 - handmade fettuccine. sliced chicken breast. mushrooms. fiddlehead ferns. wild ramps. parmesan broth

                            all day entrées

                            • roasted chicken chop. garden vegetables. lemon thyme jusUSD 33.00

                              • eggplant parmesan. marinara. béchamelUSD 22.00

                                • risottoUSD 49.00

                                  Friday - April 25 - crescenza and herb risotto. sautéed san francisco halibut. clams. fra'mani salametto piccante. saffron. pea sprouts

                                  sandwiches

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

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

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

                                      • b.l.e. sandwich. bacon. farm egg. romaine. pesto aioli. ciabatta. hand-cut friesUSD 21.00

                                        dinner entrées

                                        available after 3 pm, along with the all day entrées

                                        • slow-roasted pork fagioli all'uccelletto. butter beans. tomatoes. herbs. calabrian chiliesUSD 32.00

                                          sides

                                          • the daily vegetableUSD 14.00

                                            Friday - April 25 - sautéed brroccoli di ciccio and asparagus. browned butter. calabrian chilies. lemon

                                            • 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

                                                        Last updated: 26 April 2025

                                                        What 1,506 people are saying

                                                        Cook St. Helena reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                        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
                                                        • 4.6Value

                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                        Loved For

                                                        • San Francisco Bay Area

                                                          Best Overall

                                                        • San Francisco Bay Area

                                                          Best Food

                                                        • San Francisco Bay Area

                                                          Neighbourhood gem

                                                        • San Francisco Bay Area

                                                          Italian

                                                        • Wine Country

                                                          Best Overall

                                                        • Wine Country

                                                          Best Food

                                                        • Wine Country

                                                          Best Service

                                                        • Wine Country

                                                          Best Value

                                                        • Wine Country

                                                          Neighbourhood gem

                                                        • Wine Country

                                                          Italian

                                                        Review summary

                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                        Cook St. Helena is a "local gem" celebrated for its "excellent service," "incredible food," and "amazing pasta." Visitors rave about the "intimate atmosphere" and "fantastic service," with dishes like the "best risotto around" and "fresh, homemade pasta." A "must-visit" for "authentic Italian" cuisine in Napa Valley.
                                                        1,506 Reviews

                                                        1. Deborah

                                                          San Francisco41 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          Dined 1 day ago

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          I loved the style of the restaurant, small but upscale. Michael was a fabulous server! We had so much fun talking to him about the area St. Helena, he made us feel very comfortable and welcome. The food was wonderful, 4 of us shared Calamari, and 2 each had Fazzoletti Bolognese and 2 had Risotto with Halibut and Clams, both were wonderful. I was surprised by the price of the Risotto, but we should have asked! I would highly recommend this local hidden gem.

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                                                        2. Johnny

                                                          Minneapolis31 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          Dined 1 day ago

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                          Excellent chicken dish and the halibut (special menu item) was terrific. Very fresh tasting and seasoning was perfect. Nice experience.

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                                                        3. Phil

                                                          New York City5 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          Great food and server recommendations. Small restaurant but no waiting required despite being pretty full. Nice ambience.

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                                                        4. Marta VIP

                                                          San Francisco14 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          ALWAYS so delish, fresh and seasonal! Love how Jude embodies his lovely personality, amazing palate with his guests. But remember, friends, you need to book in advance and be mindful he is closed on the weekends to enjoy his family.🥰

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                                                        5. JENNIFER VIP

                                                          Chicago9 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          Always solid, great staff. Specials are great and wine list

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                                                        6. Stephen

                                                          San Francisco2 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          Dined 7 days ago

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          Best spot in Napa!!!! Family owned and operated and it shows in every way!

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                                                        7. Carl VIP

                                                          New York City6 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          Dined on 16 April 2025

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          Ah mazing food and service experience. Great Italian food!

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                                                        8. Stephanie VIP

                                                          Washington DC9 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          Dined on 15 April 2025

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          Great food. Every time we are town we come for dinner.

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                                                        9. neil

                                                          New York City1 review

                                                          5.0

                                                          Dined on 10 April 2025

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          Excellent service, menu and focus on the detail of the dish.

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                                                        10. Tom VIP

                                                          Houston21 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          Dined on 9 April 2025

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          Food quality and quantity was over the top great. We enjoyed the intimate atmosphere and friendly service staff. This is a local gem, worth visiting often. This locally owned and operated businesses serves a an example of what hard work can accomplish. Love it.

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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 1506 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                        Google Map for Cook St. Helena

                                                        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
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