Cindy's Backstreet Kitchen - St. Helena

Cindy’s Backstreet, a block from St. Helena’s main street, has been one of the best restaurants in Napa Valley for over ten years, but there is never old. The decor is a subtlely sophisticated setting for remarkable foods that meets all current buttons about “local and fresh” without pretentious. Never has a bad meal, from the most expensive fish to their $12 burgers, but my favorite may be their cured chicken. The service is knowledgeable and impeccable, but not pretentious again. These men and women know the food inside and outside because they love it, not because they have taken notes on which pepper was embellished with the oil. Cindy's is the epitome of Napa Valley restaurant - and try their fabulous “Sidecar called Desire” at the bar!

Mmmmmmmmmmmmmm! What a cozy little place to have a delicious meal. I was recommended to this place by my roommate, a socier in St. Helena “The Martini House” a few weeks ago when my family came to me for “Labor Day” weekend. It's adorable! In addition, the kitchen is simple, fresh and full of taste. If you ever stop at St. Helena for lunch, definitely take the time to stop by.

A great lunch option if you have your dog with you.

Ate lunch here in the midst of our wine tours, and so happy we did! I ordered the grilled cheese with pancetta and a lemon-jam-marmalade that was

Consistently amazing food! Great flavors, creative Chef! (Cindy!) Adult Grilled Cheese~Amazing, Salt Spring Island Mussels~Excellent, Curried Chicken~Fresh