The Restaurant at North Block

The Restaurant at North Block reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Jessica

   Seattle7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Dining at North Block was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. The ambiance was effortlessly elegant, with a modern yet welcoming vibe that set the perfect tone for the evening. We chose the tasting menu, and every course was beautifully curated and flawlessly executed. It began with abalone—delicately tender and packed with umami flavor—followed by a perfectly cooked red snapper that was both light and deeply satisfying. The housemade gnocchi was a standout, pillowy and rich, served in a savory sauce that left us wanting more. The main course, a perfectly seared steak, was everything you’d hope for—juicy, well-seasoned, and paired with seasonal accompaniments that elevated the dish. We ended on a bright, refreshing note with a lemon-forward dessert that was the ideal palate cleanser—tart, light, and subtly sweet. Each course was thoughtfully plated and paced, with service that was warm, attentive, and knowledgeable. The wine pairings complemented the meal beautifully, showcasing the best of Napa with finesse. North Block isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a destination. We’ll definitely be back.
   

   The Restaurant at North BlockResponded 2 days ago

   Hello Jessica, We're thrilled to hear that you had an unforgettable dining experience at The Restaurant at North Block. It's wonderful to know that you found our ambiance elegant and the service warm and attentive. We're delighted that you enjoyed our tasting menu, from the abalone to the seared steak, and that each course was beautifully executed. We're also glad you enjoyed our housemade gnocchi and the lemon-forward dessert. Your kind words mean a lot to us and motivate us to keep delivering the high-quality food and service that you've come to expect from us. We look forward to welcoming you back for another delightful experience soon. Best regards, Juan Cabrera Executive Chef
   

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   Evelin

   San Francisco1 review

   1.0

   Dined on April 18, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   Terrible experience and 0% food. I don't know how it can have a Michelin star!!!!! 😖
   

   The Restaurant at North BlockResponded on April 18, 2025

   Dear Evelin, I’m so sorry to hear that your experience with us was such a disappointment. We never want a guest to leave feeling this way, and it’s clear we missed the mark during your visit. Our team puts a great deal of thought and care into every detail of the dining experience, and it’s disheartening to learn that we fell short for you. We take your feedback seriously and would welcome the chance to understand more about what happened so we can continue to improve. If you’re open to sharing more, please feel free to reach out to me directly. I will send you a private message with my contact information. With kind regards, Jessica Eisenberg General Manager North Block Restaurant
   

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   Sharon VIP

   Oklahoma City24 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on April 14, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   Very disappointing experience. Yountville has a reputation as a culinary destination so expectations are high for restaurants in this community. North Block did not live up to these by any measure. We had very poor service - empty water glass, requests with no follow through, no check-in during our meal, etc. This could be overlooked if the food had been spectacular but it wasn't. Sometimes chefs try to put too many different ideas into a dish and it simply doesn't work. This was true for my food as well as my husband's. We won't be giving it a second chance.
   

   The Restaurant at North BlockResponded on April 16, 2025

   Dear Sharon, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re very sorry to hear that both the service and food fell short of expectations. Yountville is a special culinary destination, and we aim to reflect that standard in all we do — it’s clear we missed the mark during your visit. Your feedback about the lack of attentiveness and overcomplicated dishes has been shared with our team, and we’ll use it to improve. While we understand your hesitation to return, we hope you might reconsider and give us the opportunity to provide the experience you originally hoped for and deserved. I have sent you a private email with my contact information should you want to reach out to me for a future reservation. Warm regards, Jessica Eisenberg General Manager
   

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   Ashli VIP

   Philadelphia5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 12, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was amazing and the service was beyond exceptional!
   

   The Restaurant at North BlockResponded on April 16, 2025

   Dear Ashli, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a five star review. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your experience across the board. If I am not mistaken, you were celebrating a birthday and enjoyed one of our lovely tables outside over looking Washington street. We hope you enjoyed your California visit and we look forward to seeing you the next time you visit the Napa Valley for the Hot Air balloon ride. Warmest regards, Jessica Eisenberg General Manager
   

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   Paul VIP

   San Francisco221 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 5, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Exemplary service. Our server Reid was very good. Jessica the Manager dropped by to say hello Maya the front staff was very accommodating since called in we were late Aubrey helped Reid take care of us The yellow tail crudo had the right acidity and used of pickled apple was amazing Pasta with black peppercorns simply delish
   

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   The Restaurant at North BlockResponded on April 5, 2025

   Good afternoon Paul, Thank you so much for your generous words! We’re so glad you had a great experience with us, and we’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to Reid, Aubrey, Jessica, and Maya—your kind recognition means so much to our team. We’re thrilled you enjoyed the yellowtail crudo (we love that pop of pickled apple too!) and the black peppercorn pasta. Can’t wait to welcome you back for more delicious moments! Warmly, The NBR Management Team
   

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   Rick VIP

   San Francisco8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 30, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Awaespmw as always. Great service, food … beautiful plating. thank you
   

   The Restaurant at North BlockResponded on April 2, 2025

   Hello Rick, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We are thrilled you enjoyed your entire experience. We will pass along your kind words to our team. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Warm Regards, Jessica Eisenberg General Manager
   

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   CAROL

   San Francisco22 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 23, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We ate outdoors and the heat lamps helped us feel comfortable. The ambiance was excellent and the food was quite good. Each person in our party enjoyed thier meal.
   

   The Restaurant at North BlockResponded on March 28, 2025

   Hello Carol, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the ambiance and found our food to be quite good. We're glad you felt comfortable and had a great time dining outdoors. We always aim to create a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere for our guests. We appreciate your feedback on the value and we'll continue to strive for excellence in all areas. We look forward to welcoming you and your party back to The Restaurant at North Block soon. Best Regards, The Management Team
   

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   chris VIP

   San Francisco9 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 17, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Barkeep needs to ask how one would like their martini made. Martini and pizza were sweet.
   

   The Restaurant at North BlockResponded on March 18, 2025

   Hello Chris Thank you for your feedback. We're committed to improving our offerings and your experience will help us do just that. We hope to serve you again soon. Best, Juan Cabrera Executive Chef
   

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   Albert VIP

   San Francisco44 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 16, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   LOVE THE FOOD AND STAFF WE ARE LOCAL OLDER COUPLE AND WE ALWAYS COME BACK.
   

   The Restaurant at North BlockResponded on March 18, 2025

   Hello Albert, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you love the food and our staff. We truly appreciate your support as local customers and can’t wait to welcome you back again soon. Best, Juan Cabrera Executive Chef
   

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    Tim

    San Francisco4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Did the tasting menu with the wine paring… we were blown away. Not cheap, but worth every penny. Service, ambiance, everything was just about perfect. We will definitely be back!
    

    The Restaurant at North BlockResponded on March 13, 2025

    Hello Tim Thank you for your incredible feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tasting menu and wine pairing. It's wonderful that you found value in the experience, and we're thrilled that the service and ambiance met your expectations. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable evening! Best Juan Cabrera Executive Chef
    

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