Best Italian Restaurants in Glen Ellen

Good food and good service. The place could be heated more.

Della Santina’s is our family go-to for everything special. The setting is divine, the food is consistently delicious, the wait staff is attentive and they take great care of us. Can’t recommend enough!

When we checked in with hostess she said, Whose birthday is it? Once seated the staff brought to the table a lovely handwritten birthday card. Though we chose not to order dessert they brought an irresistible vanilla ice cream with lit candle to complete my celebration. Service was impeccable. The waiter was able to say “yes” to each request. The halibut upon a bed of lentil and carrot was divine. They offered a “house wine” that was red, a Cabernet Sauvignon. It was excellent. This restaurant has their act together. No wonder almost every seat was filled.

Bottega in Napa offers an unforgettable dining experience with its exceptional menu. We started with crispy Calamari, perfectly paired with a tangy dipping sauce. The Ricotta Gnocchi della Nonna was rich and melt-in-your-mouth, while the Carbonara al Carbone delivered smoky, savory flavors. The Pollo alla Diavola was perfectly cooked, with a fiery kick that complemented the tender chicken. The Habachi added a unique flair, and the Truffle Fries were decadent and crispy. Paired with a glass of Flowers Pinot Noir and Italian wine, the meal was an absolute delight. Bottega combines innovation and tradition, making it a must-visit in Napa. Celebrated my husband birthday and definitely we will come back here again.

We had reservations and arrived on time, were seated after a 10 minute wait. The restaurant is quite large and was busy with a robust noise level. Focaccia was delivered shortly after we were seated, however we had to request the crusty bread service twice before getting it. My husband’s branzino was excellent-tasty and cooked perfectly. The ravioli was also very good-I ordered a split order-three ravioli in lemon sauce, three in tomato sauce. We did not save room for dessert but the selection was appealing. The price is reasonable. After a full day of wine tasting we did not order from the beverage/wine list. Ample parking.