Cook St. Helena

4.9

1501 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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

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2 people

19 Apr 2025

April 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 13 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

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. 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 18 - butterbean and vegetable soup. 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 18 - handmade fettuccine. sliced chicken breast. calabrian chilies. basil. pesto cream. pea sprouts

all day entrées

roasted chicken chop. garden vegetables. lemon thyme jusUSD 33.00
eggplant parmesan. marinara. béchamelUSD 22.00
risottoUSD 49.00
Friday - April 18 - crescenza and herb risotto. sautéed petrale sole. wild gulf shrimp. clams. mussels. tomato and herb brodo. dungeness crab insalata

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 18 - whole roasted artichoke. lemon aioli. evoo. grey salt. lemon. herbs
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 1,501 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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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
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Best Food
San Francisco Bay Area
Neighbourhood gem
San Francisco Bay Area
Italian
Wine Country
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Value
Wine Country
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Wine Country
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cook St. Helena is a beloved local gem praised for its "excellent service" and "delicious food." It offers a cozy atmosphere, "fresh homemade pasta," and a "great wine list." Diners appreciate the "fantastic service" and the restaurant's intimate, friendly vibe. It's a must-visit for a true taste of Napa Valley.

1,501 Reviews

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Stephen
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day 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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Carl VIP
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
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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Stephanie VIP
Washington DC9 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
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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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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Tom VIP
Houston20 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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Bill VIP
San Francisco67 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The best risotto around with gulf shrimp and Hawaiian swordfish. Outstanding chicken on a bed of vegetables. Fabulous as always.
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Jim VIP
San Francisco18 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious dinners, fantastic service, great ‘locals’ place to dine. Highly recommended!
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Michael VIP
Washington DC61 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food and wine and fantastic service. We will definitely return. The homemade pasta was excellent.
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Andrew
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Still St.Helena’s best food!!! The staff is so much fun!
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Carlos
San Francisco5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service. Delicious food. Reasonably priced. Will go again.
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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 1501 OpenTable diners.

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

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Booked 13 times today

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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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

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 49.00

sandwiches

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

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

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