The French Laundry in Napa - What it's like to Dine at the Famous Restaurant

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  • Опубликовано: 16 ноя 2024

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  • @Sr19769p
    @Sr19769p 11 месяцев назад +126

    To be fair, $370 is pretty reasonable for a magical, once-in-a-lifetime culinary experience of that standard. Happy Anniversary, guys!

    • @dcarr-kr7hk
      @dcarr-kr7hk 11 месяцев назад +1

      👎

    • @stellaproductions1493
      @stellaproductions1493 11 месяцев назад +4

      TBH I thought that meal would run you $500.

    • @ditto1051
      @ditto1051 11 месяцев назад +4

      When I lived n Napa, I knew friends who paid 1,200.00/PP for a tasting menu, beverages not included.

    • @stardustgirl2904
      @stardustgirl2904 6 месяцев назад

      My only concern is out of all the bites you get maybe two are your favorite

    • @zes7215
      @zes7215 3 месяца назад

      wrgg

  • @craigc3259
    @craigc3259 11 месяцев назад +6

    My wife and I went for our 25th anniversary and I can only say it boarders on a religious experience. Honestly we knew I was going to be great but it was so much more. The service is just spot on and they go that extra mile without you asking. You can’t complain about the cost as it is worth every penny.

  • @brianshaw373
    @brianshaw373 10 месяцев назад +5

    Thanks for sharing your anniversary dinner with us. Wishing you many more!

  • @charleshamilton9274
    @charleshamilton9274 Год назад +33

    What a memorable meal. And hats off to the staff for providing a VIP experience!

    • @zes7215
      @zes7215 3 месяца назад

      wrg,idts

  • @sarahko2014
    @sarahko2014 Год назад +49

    Happy 10th Anniversary!! That's worth celebrating, and it was fun to see your extravagant date at such a gourmet restaurant! May your marriage be blessed with many more happy years together~

  • @nanettemiller4853
    @nanettemiller4853 11 месяцев назад +21

    It’s magical to eat at the French Laundry! It’s the experience, the ambiance, the hospitality and the food all together that makes it a memorable event in your life! My husband and I went there on our 10th and 30th wedding anniversaries! Cheers to more anniversaries!🥂🍾

  • @cmanhold
    @cmanhold 11 месяцев назад +5

    I really appreciate the video and the extra details you added. I’ve heard about the restaurant but now this will be on my bucket list. Thank you for sharing. Keep the videos coming. Happy anniversary!

  • @terryb3388
    @terryb3388 11 месяцев назад +1

    this made me happy to see you both humbly and joyfully appreciating a quality experience ... thanks

  • @1957DLT
    @1957DLT 10 месяцев назад +2

    A bucket list item getting the tick is a big deal. Congrats and thanks for sharing it with us.

  • @MrfiX725
    @MrfiX725 Год назад +3

    The French Laundry is definitely on my bucket list.

  • @kayokolindenberger3754
    @kayokolindenberger3754 Год назад +2

    What a fun experience and video. Happy anniversary!

  • @jlook3389
    @jlook3389 Год назад +1

    Thank you for sharing your adventure and being down to earth.

  • @furuba28
    @furuba28 Год назад +1

    Happy anniversary!! Thanks so much for sharing! 🎉🥂

  • @정남금-m9f
    @정남금-m9f 3 месяца назад

    What a memorable meal. And hats off to the staff for providing a VIP experience!

  • @gm3sf
    @gm3sf Год назад +21

    I’d love to see more videos like this showcasing restaurants. We travel and are usually staying off the grid, but a big part of our traveling is stopping and eating along the way. Could be a bbq, could be a nice restaurant. We just want to experience the standout places in the area.

  • @warren4261
    @warren4261 Год назад +3

    Happy Anniversary and God Bless !

  • @shamekiawalker6358
    @shamekiawalker6358 Год назад +27

    What an incredible experience you both were fortunate to have had! Happy anniversary, and all the best!🎉

  • @BillGreenAZ
    @BillGreenAZ Год назад +4

    Thanks so much for posting this video! It looks wonderful. This is on my Bucket List so it's nice to get a better idea of what to expect.

  • @steveschwartz6138
    @steveschwartz6138 Год назад +2

    Very cool. Happy Anniversary!

  • @clarkmyers6080
    @clarkmyers6080 Год назад +2

    Amazing video! One of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had as well!! Perfection is the word

  • @jeanettewaverly2590
    @jeanettewaverly2590 Год назад +6

    That looked like fun! I’d love to see more restaurant experiences from you two.

  • @michaelmontalto
    @michaelmontalto 7 месяцев назад +1

    Congratulations on the experience and thank you for sharing it.

  • @robertwalegir8677
    @robertwalegir8677 Год назад +1

    Excellent restaurant is truly an experience. Everybody should enjoy.

  • @neverhomepnw
    @neverhomepnw Год назад +3

    Ive been following you guys since the beginning and Im always impressed by your content no matter what it is its always great!

  • @alexserrano5367
    @alexserrano5367 Год назад +340

    Fun fact this place is so good during COVID Gavin Newsom closed down other restaurants denied people on lockdown and went with his family and influential people to have himself a fine meal .

    • @frauwolftherehorse
      @frauwolftherehorse Год назад +38

      I remember that News(om) story.

    • @craigcampbell1843
      @craigcampbell1843 Год назад +88

      Fun fact. The lockdowns in California were done on a county by county basis. Counties with the lowest numbers reopened faster than others. Counties with the highest numbers (typically the ones with the most people whining and refusing to follow the guidelines) ironically had to stay shut down the longest for public safety. This is why the French Laundry was allowed to be open while some other restaurants in the state were still closed. Because it is in a county full of people who took the guidelines seriously and got their numbers down quickly instead of just whining and pretending to be martyrs for being asked to do simple things that literally everyone in the world was being asked to do at that time like wearing masks in public. The only mistake the governor made was visiting the county and the restaurant with members of other households, which he apologized for later. If you’re criticizing the governor that must mean you were taking the guidelines seriously and refusing to socialize with members of other households. Thanks for caring about other people and not just yourself. I live in Fresno county. Half of this county just whined and refused to follow the guidelines. We could have reopened much sooner than we did but we wound up being one of the last counties in the state that got to reopen because of their ignorance and selfishness and recklessness. Not because of the governor.

    • @user-gq2vn1xj2r
      @user-gq2vn1xj2r Год назад +121

      You forgot the part about where he was discouraging families from gathering during the holidays two hours before partying with his lobbyist friends here . Even he admitted it was a stupid move. No need to fall all over yourself defending him.

    • @craigcampbell1843
      @craigcampbell1843 Год назад

      @@user-gq2vn1xj2r if you’re responding to me, I wasn’t falling over myself defending him. I didn’t say what he did was ok. He did make mistakes and I’m sure you followed all the guidelines to a T. I was only pointing out that he didn’t just arbitrarily close some restaurants and open others like the original comment implied. It was based on numbers by county. He was not to blame for some restaurants being open and some being closed. The people in those counties who wouldn’t follow the guidelines for public safety were to blame for that. You know. The same people who say personal responsibility is so important and then just blame other people for everything when they don’t get their way. The same people who act like they were being treated unfairly when all the rest of the world was being asked to do the same things. The people who just whined about the guidelines and refused to follow them were to blame for those restaurants remaining closed. Not the governor. He just made the guidelines. It was up to all of us to choose whether we followed them or not. You can blame him all you want but he didn’t decide when certain counties should reopen and when they shouldn’t. The people in those counties decided and the ones who refused to follow the guidelines were the last to reopen. That’s just a fact. Not because Newsom didn’t like them but because their numbers of cases were still too high. Because they were being a bunch of babies instead of just following the restrictions like the rest of the state and caring about others instead of just themselves. If they had been willing to act like adults about it instead of throwing temper tantrums their counties would have been open too.

    • @johnbrown7911
      @johnbrown7911 Год назад

      ​@@craigcampbell1843so the least populated counties opened first? Following "guidelines" did nothing hence why Newsome had a private business dinner here.
      Homelessness, suicide, violet crime all increased during his time in office but yeah he cares so much. Moron

  • @andyleo8418
    @andyleo8418 Год назад +2

    Presentation looked incredible. Well worth the cost. I'll make it there some day.

  • @lorie31579
    @lorie31579 Год назад +2

    Congratulations! Every foodies dream for sure! Thank you for sharing your amazing experience 😊

  • @annlewallen964
    @annlewallen964 4 месяца назад +1

    I enjoyed your video about the French Laundry. My husband has been the landscape designer at Carneros for the last six years. We have eaten and many restaurants in Napa; Yountsville and Sonoma. We love Mustards;Bouchon, Too many to name. And the French Laundry is an experience we have enjoyed a few times.

  • @ponduforus
    @ponduforus Год назад +4

    Amy, you looked incredible in that dress!
    Happy Anniversary!! 💗

  • @verarosenberg214
    @verarosenberg214 10 месяцев назад +1

    The French Laundry is on my bucket list! I love the hiking videos as well but this one was great!

  • @christophersmith5849
    @christophersmith5849 Год назад +1

    OMG guys happy anniversary and a great video. Sent it to my wife and an idea for when we are next on the west coast

  • @drcollumdc
    @drcollumdc 28 дней назад +1

    We went there in May, perfection!

  • @GreenWitch1
    @GreenWitch1 10 месяцев назад +1

    I would love to have that experience one day! Congratulations you two 🥰

  • @Twobarpsi
    @Twobarpsi Год назад +1

    Looked like an amazing time! Congratulations!

  • @parfenyj
    @parfenyj Год назад +1

    Happy anniversary!
    This review was simply wonderful! I've heard about the place several times and definitely want to dine there one day...

  • @kellycarroll6829
    @kellycarroll6829 Год назад +2

    a lovely experience! blessings! 🌟

  • @stephenpaek9175
    @stephenpaek9175 Год назад

    Happy anniversary 🎉 keep up the good work on our beautiful golden state and beyond

  • @VitaminAR10
    @VitaminAR10 11 месяцев назад +5

    What an amazing experience and I for one appreciate the fact that you both are aware of how fortunate you are to get to dine at such a fine restaurant. This place is on my bucket list.

  • @BreakThroughTessTimmons
    @BreakThroughTessTimmons Год назад +2

    What a wonderful experience! If u keep eating at these, yes I'd love to see. Happy Anniversary! I'm putting this on my bucketlist!🎉

  • @path.1462
    @path.1462 Год назад +2

    Loved this video. I was always curious about the restaurant and you answered all my questions. So happy you guys got to do this for your anniversary. Amy, I love your dress!

  • @rephaelrechitzky9763
    @rephaelrechitzky9763 Год назад +1

    Happy Anniversary beautiful couple. What a beautiful place. Thank you for sharing.

  • @cookingwithwatches
    @cookingwithwatches 11 месяцев назад +2

    Great review, glad you enjoyed it. I am planning to take my mom there for her birthday. She is a retired chef with over 40 years of experience. It’s a very difficult to find the restaurant she would enjoy. I hope French Laundry won’t disappoint her.

  • @dalehoward3704
    @dalehoward3704 11 месяцев назад +1

    Looks Wonderful ❤❤❤❤❤ Happy Anniversary Beautiful Couple 💗

  • @JuliaBEngstrom
    @JuliaBEngstrom 10 месяцев назад +1

    We had an almost identical experience.. Magic is right. Don’t need to do it twice, but was very exciting

  • @annaminman
    @annaminman Год назад +1

    Very cool!! Congratulations on your anniversary and having an amazing experience! And thank you for such a thoughtful detailed video for the rest of us to enjoy!! ❤

  • @terryholland2526
    @terryholland2526 Год назад +3

    First off, Happy Anniversary!!!! I'm so glad you guys had a great experience there. The food looked so good too. I loved going to Napa when my husband and my friends went there for a vacay. Second, thank you for sharing other options b/c IDK if I could spend that much for a dinner experience that is for sure. Maybe next time when we are in Napa we can go to the other place you mentioned. Thank you for sharing your experience with us.

  • @WrenchingMafia
    @WrenchingMafia Год назад

    Happy Sunday My friend, Have Anniversary to you and Amy

  • @dorothyreid3607
    @dorothyreid3607 11 месяцев назад +4

    My husband and I also had the pleasure of dining at the French Laundry back in the 90's , several times, what can I say, the food and presentation is beyond fabulous. I don't know if you ever review places on the east coast but if you do you must try the Inn at Little Washington it gives the French Laundry a run for the money I would have to say the food and presentation there is superb. It's in a tiny town in Virginia called Little Washington it's truly worth the trip. They also have beautiful guest rooms so there is no rush to return to reality. Happy Anniversary.

  • @davidmuttillo2806
    @davidmuttillo2806 10 месяцев назад +1

    This was cool. Do more videos like this one.

  • @SweetSpot909
    @SweetSpot909 6 месяцев назад

    wow looks so amazing. The food looks just like it looks in a cookbook. The glasses are so clean.

  • @lexlovesthebeach
    @lexlovesthebeach Год назад +6

    Happy Anniversary! Thanks so much for sharing your special day with us. What an incredible experience. Definitely a once in a lifetime for most people but it looked excellent and magical, like you said! If you can afford it, would love to experience more great restaurants with you!

  • @nitahandorf1547
    @nitahandorf1547 Год назад +1

    My son and I were there t’was the most memorable experience we ever had, though the servings are in smaller sizes but oh my Lord everything were sooooo good. It was so pricey but very very tasty beyond imagination.

  • @richardpcrowe
    @richardpcrowe 11 месяцев назад +1

    Happy anniversary and many more to come! I ate at the French Laundry quite a few years ago and was totally unimpressed. I'd never return!

    • @jimklemens5018
      @jimklemens5018 10 месяцев назад

      Why were you unimpressed?

    • @richardpcrowe
      @richardpcrowe 10 месяцев назад

      One reason is that there was only one entree item available - on that day it was lamb and I don't like lamb one bit. Why didn't I find out what the item of the day was? Because I was invited to the restaurant and had no input as to what was being served than night, Perhaps this single item menus might have been modified (I ate there in the eary 1990's). But, I have no reason to try this crapshoot again@@jimklemens5018

  • @rripley62
    @rripley62 Год назад +10

    Well done video and review, you two...and happy 10th anniversary! This brought back wonderful memories. My husband and I visited the French Laundry a few years ago and everything you said was spot on! It was such an incredible experience, nearly to the point of being "religious" as you mentioned. lol It is pricey, but IMHO so worth it. Congrats!

  • @meliss36
    @meliss36 Год назад +7

    ❤ Wow, this place looks absolutely gorgeous!
    Thank you for sharing, happy you both got to go and experience this magical place. Happy Anniversary ❤

  • @trexinvert
    @trexinvert Год назад +2

    Congrats Josh n Amy happy anniv. Thanks for bringing us along with ur beautiful video work. I hope all our views n subs can support ur lifestyle n work You give us so much. Spirit of Huell Hauser, lives. Keep on.

    • @californiathroughmylens
      @californiathroughmylens  Год назад +1

      Really appreciate that kind comment and so glad you like the videos. Huell Howser was the best!

  • @lizzie4144
    @lizzie4144 5 месяцев назад

    Loved it! I’d like more videos of cities and restaurants. Need a break from hiking.
    The French Laundry looked phenomenal. They provided an amazing dining experience.
    Someday. 🤞🏼🤞🏼

  • @rupman27isback
    @rupman27isback Год назад +5

    Loved the video! And please do more restaurants.. fancy or not.. it's always great to have ideas and feedback from you guys. Happy 10 year!

  • @3Duncan3
    @3Duncan3 Год назад +11

    Happy 10th Anniversary 🎉 Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Amy, your dress was beautiful!

  • @NancysNibblesofLife
    @NancysNibblesofLife Год назад

    Legit bucket list item! Congratulations on double digit wedding anniversary!!! Say “hi” to Pops!

  • @petrus666love
    @petrus666love 11 месяцев назад

    Your wife was the most beautiful dish , I hope you don’t mind me saying , happy anniversary too you both , loved the review too , very nicely done , regards from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

  • @leonchui
    @leonchui Год назад

    I always wanted to try there. Thanks for doing the homework for me. I need to start saving now . . . .

  • @marquamfurniture
    @marquamfurniture 11 месяцев назад +4

    What a beautiful presentation. First rate reporting on a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

  • @jphan21
    @jphan21 Год назад

    Oooo thanks for the anniversary idea!!!

  • @Hppy_Cmpr
    @Hppy_Cmpr 11 месяцев назад +1

    I’m so happy for you and the great experience you had dining at a fancy pants restaurant. I remember my first time staying at Post Ranch Inn in Big Sur where European royalty and celebrities stay. The level of hospitality I experienced was incredible. When I returned they remembered who I was and arranged a falconry experience for my birthda then attended the Big Sur Food and Wine Festival at the resort. The best birthday ever.

    • @jimklemens5018
      @jimklemens5018 10 месяцев назад

      Have you been to any Michelin 3 star restaurants?

  • @cmichaelhaugh8517
    @cmichaelhaugh8517 Год назад

    Wow! Happy anniversary!

  • @ensunnlor7059
    @ensunnlor7059 Год назад +1

    Happy Anniversary.🍾

  • @ejford5083
    @ejford5083 11 месяцев назад +1

    I’m a Californian and after seeing Newsome there during Covid was all I needed to see.

  • @sandrabrown6326
    @sandrabrown6326 Год назад +1

    WOW! I would love to go there someday. It sure sounds wonderful.

  • @ruready2rock856
    @ruready2rock856 10 месяцев назад

    Very cool video. I'd love to see more like that!

  • @jcs7934
    @jcs7934 Год назад

    Happy anniversary! Many more to come.

  • @williamputnam281
    @williamputnam281 Год назад +1

    You guys nailed this video, very enjoyable and I think the format is something you can expand upon. I just hope you took some time between shooting to enjoy yourselves!

  • @greatlifemore879
    @greatlifemore879 11 месяцев назад

    Chef Bruno at the Anaheim Whitehouse is a friend of ours. Each time you dine there is a new experience.

  • @chrisignacio1791
    @chrisignacio1791 Год назад

    Happy Anniversary 🎉🎉🎉Josh & Amy❤

  • @rasmusrasmusson
    @rasmusrasmusson 11 месяцев назад +1

    The only thing I remember from dining there, about 10 years ago, was how nice and relaxed the waiters were. I don't mean to say that the food wasn't great, but I think that was expected.

  • @kplante7881
    @kplante7881 Год назад

    How nice…. Thanks for sharing!

  • @tonycathyhickman2512
    @tonycathyhickman2512 9 месяцев назад +1

    Loved this! Such a spectacular experience. Please keep sharing these.

  • @mikehamilton4826
    @mikehamilton4826 Год назад +1

    Happy belated Anniversary you two!! Thank You for all of your hard work on all of your content! Much love!🙏🏻

  • @hadlee189
    @hadlee189 Год назад

    Wow, their kitchen reminds me of that movie Menu. Congrats on your 10th Anniversary, & God Bless you & your Family.

  • @prowrestlingisart6742
    @prowrestlingisart6742 Год назад +6

    This is as close as I ever will get to dining there so thank you for taking us along. Even though the price is extremely high, the service, ambiance, presentation, and quality seem to match

    • @californiathroughmylens
      @californiathroughmylens  Год назад +1

      Yea, I agree. It was super expensive but it was one of those times where I felt like the experience was as worth it as it could be

  • @californiahiker9616
    @californiahiker9616 Год назад +6

    Wow, what a fantastic experience! Happy Anniversary to both of you! 🍾🥂
    I really enjoy your hiking videos, but I also like other experiences… I enjoy a good meal, a good view! I feel it’s important to celebrate milestones in style, as a couple, be that big anniversaries or big birthdays. It’s ok to splurge big once in a while. 😃
    My husband and I went to Lake Louise (Canada) recently for our big birthdays. We stayed in the expensive Chateau, and enjoyed meals in 2 of the hotel restaurants. 5 years previous to that we celebrated in the Eiffel Tower. We’re over 70, can’t take it with us, right? I’m a retired ICU nurse and have been telling people for decades… don’t put things off. Do it now. I’m now living by my own words! We’re still hiking, still taking lots of photos!
    Yes, do surprise us with some non hiking stuff once in a while, you’re a great reporter! Thanks to your lovely wife for being part of the video! Both of you did a great job relating your experience! I hope you’ll have many more wonderful experiences together ahead of you!

  • @daviotkelly1267
    @daviotkelly1267 Год назад

    Magical indeed. Happy anniversary you guys🍾

  • @ajf5823
    @ajf5823 5 месяцев назад

    My future son in law works at The French Laundry as a Sommelier. Your meal looked amazing.

  • @evemarkus
    @evemarkus Год назад +1

    Congratulations on your anniversary!

  • @jonathonbaker-guntang4163
    @jonathonbaker-guntang4163 11 месяцев назад

    I had the pleasure of working for Thomas Keller and French Laundry is absolutely worth the price of admission.

  • @kenuber4014
    @kenuber4014 11 месяцев назад +7

    Isn't this the place where Gavin Newsom got busted for being out in public without a mask?! Lol

  • @candycornett5061
    @candycornett5061 9 месяцев назад

    ❤🎉🎉thank you for sharing your experience

  • @kellyjohnson3617
    @kellyjohnson3617 Год назад +3

    There is a restaurant in Ventura that is an experience and their food is phenomenal. Not quite like French laundry but they endeavor to give you a very personal experience. Taj in Ventura. They always serve you a surprise dish you didn’t order. All their food is quality. The waiters keep an eye on your table and in the end you always get at bare minimum their house dessert. I love their mint iced tea with sweet cream, a Korma or coconut curry, their dal(yum), aloo gobi, samosas, garlic naan, and their chutneys. Their lunch buffet is bomb 💣 and an affordable way to sample much of their great food. But not as personalized service. I love getting a seat at the window. They know me and if it’s available they remember to put me there. That’s why I love them. They see thousands of customers but they remember their regulars

  • @lisavitale8410
    @lisavitale8410 11 месяцев назад

    Yes, more videos like this one.

  • @IBMIKEYMIKE
    @IBMIKEYMIKE Год назад

    Great info! Luckily my dad works at Bouchon the restaurant and we are blessed to sometimes get great things from the bakery and restaurant when allowed.

  • @leslieadler225
    @leslieadler225 11 месяцев назад

    Very good video! Been in my bucket list for too long, need to go do it.

  • @carlapires7732
    @carlapires7732 9 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks for another glimpse into your globetrotting experience. The name of the restaurant does not do it justice: trendy place, classy people & appetizing food!

  • @wisdomSP
    @wisdomSP 11 месяцев назад

    Looks excellent! You guys did a great job of documenting your experience. I shall sub now. Thanks!

  • @reneejones7807
    @reneejones7807 Год назад +1

    Happy anniversary you two! I’ll take my McDonald’s money and start saving it for French Laundry!

  • @fourthgirl
    @fourthgirl Год назад

    It is on my bucket list.

  • @therustyduck5400
    @therustyduck5400 11 месяцев назад

    Very cool, definitely would like to go there with my foody friend, better start saving now. I heard about it only because our Governor was seen there during covid lockdown, so nice to see it through your eyes. Happy Anniversary. Cheers!

  • @MelStenger-o2l
    @MelStenger-o2l 10 месяцев назад

    I agree with your comments and observations. I also felt that the service people moved as a coordinated ensemble when bringing our food. A gastronomic dance, if you will!

  • @MJH7777
    @MJH7777 10 месяцев назад

    Ustedes son muy bellos. Gracias!!❤

  • @Porscheman1
    @Porscheman1 11 месяцев назад

    Wow, you guys covered this well

  • @suzettecalleja3122
    @suzettecalleja3122 Год назад

    Congratulations. I was always curious about this restaurant. Thank you.😊❤