Napa General Store is located in the historic brick Napa Mill all the way at the south end of Main Street. Its location was a former feed store. For reference, the Napa River Inn is almost next door in the same building. A river running through a town always adds a nice touch and the Napa Mill is built right above the Napa River. There is even a river walk you can take which wraps around the actual mill building. It is called the River Promenade & Plaza at Napa Mill and connects with several nearby outdoor restaurant patios. This is a very relaxing stroll. Parking is a bit tight at the Napa Mill especially on weekends, but a nearby parking garage has helped alleviate the congestion. We've always found parking around lunchtime if you arrive before 12pm. If you arrive after 12pm then parking can be a bit of a challenge. Napa General Store is open 7 days a week and they offer a variety of wine related items as well as boutique type gifts and souvenirs.
The focus of their merchandise is typically artisan based so you will find many neat souvenirs, knick knacks and other wine related items not often found elsewhere. Walk through the long hallway past the restrooms to enter the store. The inside is very modern with a high ceiling and a nice atmosphere. The sit down wine bar is to the right past the merchandise as you walk in. If the bar is crowded, there are nearby tables you can take your tastings to. In addition when the weather permits there is outdoor patio dining overlooking the Napa River. A little secret: should you happen to be in Napa during the 4th of July weekend this is one of the best places in Napa to watch the fireworks over the river as you can sit down outside on the patio for the best viewing. The Napa General Store also typically has some live music on the 4th as well as during select times throughout the year.
They have a good selection of mostly Napa and Sonoma wines. Check the laminated printed tasting menus on the counter top for that days selection. The wines represented on their wine list are from mostly small vintners and labels that you will most likely never heard of. That is not a bad thing! They try to represent "artisan" wineries - those who have small production and also do not have a tasting facility of their own. Want some food to go with your wine tasting? You can also choose from a cafe style menu for breakfast and lunch (they are not open for dinner as the evenings are often reserved for special events, weddings etc). Need a nice lunch to take with you for between wine tastings? Choose from their basic or luxury box lunches which are available for takeout. Nearby shops, other wine tasting venues and a plethora of dining options are available within walking distance. With the new hotels, and apartments being built in this area, the Napa General Store finds itself in an ideal central location. Interested in hot air ballooning over Napa Valley?
Balloons Above the Valley meets here before their trips and one of their outings incorporates a post trip champagne brunch at the store. Visit: www.napageneralstore.com
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Open to Public: Yes
Appointments: No
Regular Tours: No
Hours: 10-6pm, last seating for food is at 4:30pm
Phone: 259-0762
Address: 540 Main Street, Napa
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