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Scala Osteria, Napa, CA

Scala Osteria

4.8
4.8
1721 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
1141 1st St, Napa, CA 94559-2931

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 93 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
Scala Osteria offers traditional Southern Italian, seafood-centered recipes meant to be shared with family and friends in our warm and vibrant dining room. Our menu is influenced by the traditional Italian osteria where creating simple yet delicious food is paramount, and our atmosphere is always inviting and full of life. From our beautiful oyster bar to our house-made pastas and Neapolitan style pizzas, we have something for everyone. We offer varying experiences, from folks grabbing a quick bite on their lunch hour, to couples stopping in to delight in our Oyster Bar, to parties spending hours enjoying delicious Southern Italian fare with perfectly paired wines. Sister restaurant to valley favorite, Bistro Don Giovanni, Scala Osteria is located on vibrant First Street in the heart of Downtown Napa. We are open daily for lunch, dinner from 11:30am to 10pm and late night service from 10-11pm.

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What 1,721 people are saying

Scala Osteria reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Wine Country

    Best Overall

  • Wine Country

    Hot spot

  • Wine Country

    Italian

  • Wine Country

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Scala Osteria in Napa is celebrated for its exceptional Italian cuisine and vibrant atmosphere. Guests praise the "great food and excellent service," with standout dishes like Petrale sole piccata, lemon ricotta ravioli, and delectable desserts. The restaurant's "wonderful ambiance" and attentive staff make it a top choice for diners seeking a memorable culinary experience.
1,721 Reviews
  1. Jim VIP

    San Francisco106 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a super cool little bistro downtown Napa. The food and service are Top Notch in every respect.

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  2. Karie VIP

    San Francisco18 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    This is a mixed review. Friends recommended Scala to us, so we went to celebrate a birthday. The restaurant very thoughtfully left a birthday card on the table! Very classy. The noise level was off the charts, though. 2 large parties were seated behind us, at the front of the restaurant. They were screeching and yelling, the sound bouncing off the front windows. We could barely understand each other. Food: we had the snap pea and radish salad which was really good. The lasagna was tasty, but the pasta was really mushy. The waitstaff was awesome, we were well taken care of.

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  3. ELI

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding restaurant! It’s rare when a restaurant hits on all three- food/menu is excellent, service is next level and the vibe is perfect. Scala is a treasure for Napa and the surrounding areas!

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  4. Gerald VIP

    New York City31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    For 10 years I was an itinerant Napa transplant from Santa Monica making wine in Napa. Bistro Don Giovanni was my go-to. Then they outdid themselves with opening Scala in downtown Napa. Unparalleled excellence and a stellar menu of nothing but winning choices. Thank you!

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  5. amie VIP

    San Francisco23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous as always- from the beginning to the end!!

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  6. Jeff

    Seattle4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We'll be back. Noise level on second floor is lower than the cacophany on the first floor.

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  7. Lise

    San Francisco43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, amazing service and food. A perfect place to celebrate with special friends or date night. Love the food, vibe and staff.

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  8. Linda

    San Francisco1 review

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was ok but the service went downhill as it got busy. We had to ask several times for water, dishes to be taken and the bill. It was my husbands birthday and I told at least 3 people and he never got a birthday wish…

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  9. JEAN

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were celebrating a dear friend's birthday, and the unexpected attention to that detail helped make it a very special day for her.

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  10. Leslie VIP

    San Francisco43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Warm and friendly service from start to finish. The food was amazing a birthday celebration. They made very special love this place!

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 93 times today
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1141 1st St, Napa, CA 94559-2931

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Napa
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Oyster Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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