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Dayboat Sea Scallops & Caviar - Lovina, Calistoga, CA

Lovina

4.8
4.8
2014 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
A locals favorite in historic craftsman home, with lovely heated/ shaded patios. Lovina is uniquely tip-free; our pricing includes a living wage, 401k with employer match, two weeks paid vacation, paid sick leave, and health/ dental insurance benefits for all our hard-working employees! Recognized as "Best of the Best" on Trip Adviser for Vegan/ Gluten-Free options, Lovina also satisfies omnivores with locally famous Bolognese and wild Halibut. Our menu is seasonal and locally sourced. Woman-owned by Calistoga local Jennifer Bennett (previous owner of Zazie restaurant in SF), Lovina is unique & welcoming. We feature Jen's handmade pottery, thrown, glazed, and at her home studio here in Calistoga.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed, Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (707) 942-6500
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Our heated, covered East Patio is perfect for up to 30 guests, and the newly remodeled West patio seats up to 40, with room for a bar and cocktail hour. We also have two private rooms inside for smaller groups of 6-8.
  • Neighborhood
    Calistoga
  • Cross street
    Lincoln Ave
  • Parking details
    There is one handicapped parking space available; the rest of the parking lot has been converted to a patio for outdoor dining during the Covid-19 restrictions, but there is ample street parking in Calistoga.
  • Public transit
    The Vine transit bus stop is located just half a block from Lovina. Calistoga Shuttle, a local public van, stops right at our front.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,014 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Wine Country

    Healthy

  • Wine Country

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lovina in Calistoga is a delightful dining experience, celebrated for its "fantastic Italian dishes" and a "superb vegan selection." Diners rave about its "outstanding service" and "cozy ambiance," perfect for brunch or dinner. The restaurant's commitment to staff welfare adds to its charm, making it a "must-visit" in Napa Valley.

2,219 Reviews
  1. Walter

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The lasagne is perfection. . A more than generous portion and when I didn't finish all of it they expertly packaged it so that I'll have it today for lunch. Lively and lovely place with an exceptional staff who seem to love what they do.

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  2. Laura

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    12 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Chicken was dry. Light from kitchen door in/ out was so annoying.

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  3. JACK

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every bite was a beauty, vegetarian forward menu, Lúnasa cab bold after breathing, lovely ambiance, again please!

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  4. Jeff

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the second we we arrived at this charming local restaurant we were completely taken care of. The service was spectacular, but the food is the main attraction. We had the Mushroom Polenta Bites, Risotto with Prawns, Beef Cheeks, and the Hot Mess for dessert. They were all amazing, especially the Beef Cheek. Make sure you order the Sourdough Bread with the Kale Pistachio Pesto Butter and Black Sea Salt. We had two orders. I woke up this morning craving that bread.

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  5. Robin

    Detroit

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Insanely great food with truly attentive and warm service. The best!!

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  6. Joe

    Sacramento

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was wonderful as was the staff. We celebrated our 30th anniversary and we were met by a hand written card and hand made wine stopper. I had the bolognese "dirty" and practically licked the plate clean. The asparagus cream soup and au gratin potatoes were also excellent. I also live their ethos and that they pay their staff a living wage with benefits. Just all around lovely.

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  7. James

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delightful experience - server, ambience, quality and taste Go and enjoy!

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  8. Jim

    Milwaukee

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was spot on. Great gem in town. Will be back one day.

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  9. Bud

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We were slightly disappointed with our experience at Lovina last night. Service was average, but with a positive attitude. We opted to sit at the bar which was a nice option. Wine list was not very good…. And very small. Now the food… an Italian restaurant serving Posole as soup of the day was weird. Fried polenta bites were OK, but the sauce was horrible. The Halibut Croquettes were shredded goo,over breaded and fried crispy served with an unifentifiable sauce . We split the beef and pork bolognese as an entree. The Pasta was excellent, but the sauce was under seasoned and no bread service of any type…. Loved the building and location….but this one is a donot repeat for us.

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  10. Myriam

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was tasteful. Very quiet nice ambiance. Timely service.

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FAQs

Lovina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (707) 942-6500.

Lovina is rated 4.8 stars by 2014 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Lovina

1107 Cedar St, Calistoga, CA 94515

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lincoln Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Calistoga
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed, Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is one handicapped parking space available; the rest of the parking lot has been converted to a patio for outdoor dining during the Covid-19 restrictions, but there is ample street parking in Calistoga.
  • Public transit
    The Vine transit bus stop is located just half a block from Lovina. Calistoga Shuttle, a local public van, stops right at our front.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (707) 942-6500
  • Private party facilities
    Our heated, covered East Patio is perfect for up to 30 guests, and the newly remodeled West patio seats up to 40, with room for a bar and cocktail hour. We also have two private rooms inside for smaller groups of 6-8.
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