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Carpe Diem Napa, Napa, CA

Carpe Diem Napa

4.7
4.7
1412 Reviews
$30 and under
Californian

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2 people
23:00
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
Carpe Diem offers a sophisticated, yet, casual dining experience in the heart of downtown Napa. Our welcoming, enthusiastic staff and ever-changing menu bring uniqueness to the table. Our wines by the glass and family share-plate style menu will entice you to try a variety of items. Come “Seize the Day” at Carpe Diem. No matter your style, you’ll fall in love with our seasonal ingredients that we have searched near and far to find and our wine, beer and hand-crafted cocktail menu is sure to please any palate.

We are delighted to introduce our new cocktail lounge as an additional dining area. When making reservations, please note your preference for lounge or main dining room. Thank you and we look forward to serving you soon!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    (707) 224-0800
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Indalecio Ramos Chaves
  • Catering
    Carpe Diem offers a wide range of catering options. From personal dinners at your home, to full blown 6 course food and wine pairings. We can cater for up to 150 ppl. Let us know what you are looking for and we will create for you a fabulous dining experience!
  • Private party facilities
    At Carpe Diem, we believe that life’s most cherished moments deserve an exclusive setting. Our private dining room isn’t just a space—it’s a canvas for your celebrations, conversations, and connections.
  • Private party contact
    Koray Yatkinoglu: (707) 804-8499
  • Area
    Napa
  • Cross Street
    Brown Street
  • Parking details
    There is a 3 story public parking garage kiddy corner the the restaurant, along with ample street parking.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 🌸 Mother’s Day Lunch & Dinner 🌸

    US$65.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Celebrate Mother’s Day at Carpe Diem with an exclusive 3-course prix fixe menu designed to make Mom feel extra special. Enjoy a carefully curated selection of appetizers, entrées, and desserts, crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients. ✨ Experience Includes: A 3-course meal ($65 per person) with a choice of starters, entrées, and desserts A complimentary mimosa for Mom during lunch or a glass of bubbly with dinner Optional wine pairing available for $40 per person 📍 Where: Carpe Diem Restaurant & Bar, Napa 🕛 When: Sunday, May 11, 2025 – Lunch & Dinner Limited seating is available—book now to secure your table!
    🌸 Mother’s Day Lunch & Dinner 🌸 photo
  • Three Course Large Party Menu

    US$25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    NOTE*** The 3-course menu is $85 per person. A $60 payment will be collected at the restaurant, with your $25 prepayment applied as a deposit. A 20% gratuity is required. Indulge in a three-course dining experience featuring your choice of each course. Start with Mixed Greens with candied pistachios, Caesar Salad, or Dungeness Crab Arancini. For your entrée, enjoy Linguine Pomodoro with fresh herbs, Fillet of Salmon with Lemon Caper Butter, 24-Hour Braised Short Rib with creamy risotto, Four-Cheese Ravioli, or the Carpe Vegan Plate. Finish with a family-style selection of house-made desserts.
    Three Course Large Party Menu photo
  • Four-Course Tasting Experience for Large Groups

    US$25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    NOTE*** The four-course menu is $100 per person. A $25 prepayment will be applied as a deposit, with a $75 balance collected at the restaurant. A 20% gratuity is required. Savor a four-course dining experience with your choice of each course. Start with Bufala Mozzarella Caprese, Stuffed Eggplant Rollatini, Shrimp Cocktail, or Dungeness Crab Arancini. Enjoy a fresh Carpe Salad or classic Caesar Salad. For your entrée, select from Fillet of Branzino with Lemon Caper Butter, Steak au Poivre with Cabernet Demi-Glace, Mushroom Risotto, Four-Cheese Ravioli, or Chicken Parmesan. Conclude your meal with a family-style assortment of house-made desserts.
    Four-Course Tasting Experience for Large Groups photo

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Mon - 16:00 - 18:00,Thu - 16:00 - 18:00
    At “Savor & Sip,” happy hour isn’t just about discounts; it’s about seizing life’s fleeting moments—the ones that taste like laughter, feel like warmth, and leave stardust on your soul. Join us. Let’s sip, savor, and create stories that linger long after the last crumb is gone. Note: “Savor & Sip” exists beyond these words. Visit, and perhaps you’ll find your own chapter in this enchanting story. ☕🥐🎶

    Happy Hour photo

What 1,412 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Wine Country

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Carpe Diem Napa has become a standout dining experience in downtown Napa, offering "delicious food," "friendly and attentive service" and a cozy, welcoming ambiance. Guests rave about the "excellent menu" with highlights like duck, ribeye, and lamb. The restaurant is praised for its "perfectly crafted cocktails" and accommodating staff, making it "highly recommended" for locals and visitors alike.

1,412 Reviews
  1. Karen

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service were superb. We had the ribeye and duck. It was delicious and cooked to perfection. Service was attentive and friendly. Best of all, they were able to accommodate us and seat us much earlier than our reservation time.

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  2. patrick

    VIP

    Chicago

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful end to the day with an exceptional meal. Great service and attention given by the staff. Has a filet and was prepared perfectly.

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  3. Mike

    San Francisco

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Carpe Diem has been a bit spotty the years, but it has found its stride. From the Tuesday and Weds 3 course locals deal to A vastly improved menu and food quality. The bar is a great step up with a talented bartender The wait staff is attentive, efficient and friendly Has the lamb shanks, my wife the special filet and our friends a pasta and chicken. All of them excellent Highly recommended

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  4. Paul

    San Francisco

    212 reviews

    5.0

    212 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff! Oli, Barbara, Chika and Sam We got the same table #7 which we favor. Righteousness Crab Arancini was perfectly cooked but it needed more crab in it. Crab taste was non existent Scallops and rack of pork were heavenly Wine choice great

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  5. Dick

    VIP

    San Francisco

    76 reviews

    4.0

    76 reviews

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great staff, excellent food, nice relaxing atmosphere.

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  6. Edwin

    Sacramento

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 17 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food. Great service. Had the pork belly which was a little dry, crab arancini which was ok, scallops which were a little over cooked, ribeye was great, duck was great and four cheese ravioli which was awesome.

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  7. Daniel

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent fillet, drink the best service best I've had I would recommend anyone go there. I'm definitely returning. Thank you Carpe Diem. Daniel&Shelly.

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  8. Budnie

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff was great upon entering restaurant service was exceptional our server was Chicka she was amazing and the food was great . Wait wasn’t long considering it being Valentine’s Day

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  9. Leslie

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went with friends for Valentines day and it was SOOOO good!!!! We all Loved this place. The People and the food is awesome!!! Can't wait to go back and try more dishes !!!

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  10. ConstanceT

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place. Like home when you come in the door. Usually we don’t order based on “specials” but the way the server presented them made us take them and we were happy that we did!

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FAQs

Carpe Diem Napa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (707) 224-0800.

Carpe Diem Napa is rated 4.7 stars by 1412 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
23:00
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Carpe Diem Napa

1001 2nd St, Napa, CA 94559

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Brown Street
  • Area
    Napa
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:30
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There is a 3 story public parking garage kiddy corner the the restaurant, along with ample street parking.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Indalecio Ramos Chaves
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (707) 224-0800
  • Catering
    Carpe Diem offers a wide range of catering options. From personal dinners at your home, to full blown 6 course food and wine pairings. We can cater for up to 150 ppl. Let us know what you are looking for and we will create for you a fabulous dining experience!
  • Private party facilities
    At Carpe Diem, we believe that life’s most cherished moments deserve an exclusive setting. Our private dining room isn’t just a space—it’s a canvas for your celebrations, conversations, and connections.
  • Private party contact
    Koray Yatkinoglu: (707) 804-8499
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