Lovina

4.7 (2580)

$31 to $50

American

1107 Cedar St, Calistoga, CA 94515

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Lovina

4.7

$31 to $50

American

Calistoga

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2 people

Nov 6, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Great for outdoor dining

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(707) 942-6500
Website
https://www.lovinacalistoga.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Housed in a historic Craftsman home on the main street, Lovina offers semi-private & private dining spaces for 6-130 guests. Specializing in gluten free & vegan options but with plenty for the omnivores, our menus fit most dietary needs. We are Tip Free, so no tips or service charges will be added!
Private party contact
Jennifer Bennett: (707) 942-6500
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
1107 Cedar St, Calistoga, CA 94515
Neighborhood
Calistoga
Cross street
Lincoln Ave
Parking details
Parking behind the restaurant, as well as easy street parking.
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, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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📍Lovina in Calistoga, CA There are some places you find… and immediately know you’ll be back. @lovinacalistoga is one of those. Tucked into the sweetest little house in Calistoga, it feels cozy in the most authentic way. Woman-owned, seasonal, and just really, really good. Everything feels thoughtful—from the menu to the space to the way you’re welcomed in. Dishes are all served on handcrafted pottery, they don’t accept tips because the staff is paid a living wage with benefits, and it’s named after Lovina Graves Cyrus… who was a totally awesome woman (look her up). And the spicy Bloody Mary? So good. The kind you keep thinking about later. This is the kind of brunch where time slows down a little. Where you linger. Order one more thing. Stay longer than you planned. Save this for your next Napa Valley morning 🤍 #visitcalistoga #calistoga #napabrunch #brunchlover

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Model Bakery Bread$9.00
whipped kale & pistachio pesto butter, black sea salt *Vegan- no butter, sub EVOO *Nut Free- sub regular butter
Pinsa Romano$14.00
Gluten free Italian flatbread, rancho gordo hummus, olive oil, kalamata olives *GF *Vegan *Nut Free
Fried Mushroom Polenta Bites$16.00
umami aioli *GF *Nut Free
Vegan Endive Cups$16.00
housemade hummus, whipped avocado, toasted seeds *GF *Vegan *Nut Free
Pacific Halibut Croquettes (3 pieces)$19.00
jalapeño, cilantro, and lime aioli, microgreens *Nut Free
Wild Mushroom Bruschetta$24.00
grilled sourdough, house-made whipped ricotta, wild mushrooms, candycap honey, microgreens *Available GF- sub Pinsa *Available Vegan- no ricotta *Available Nut Free- no walnuts
Penn Cove Mussels$24.00
fennel tomato broth, grilled batard, umami aioli *Available GF- sub Pinsa *Nut Free

Starters

All of Lovina's prices include service- 30% off all sales go directly to staff, providing a living wage and full benefits! No Tips Expected.

Soup du Jour$5.00
Changes daily, call 707.942.6500 for today's soup! *GF *Nut Free
Sonoma Apple Salad$24.00
super baby mixed greens, radicchio, endive, Pink Lady apples, pickled cranberries, Point Reyes bleu cheese, caramelized hazelnuts, red wine vinaigrette *GF *Available Vegan- no cheese *Available Nut Free- no hazelnuts
Locally Famous Little Gems Salad$24.00
watermelon radish, avocados, lime pickled onion, rye bread crumbs, zesty green goddess (dressing on the side) *Available GF- no breadcrumbs *Available Vegan- sub vegan dressing *Nut Free
Kabota Squash & Whipped Burrata$22.00
Fresh Italian Burrata$26.00
shaved pea pods, english peas, citrus herb vinaigrette (mint, basil, cilantro)

Mains

All of Lovina's prices include service- 30% off all sales go directly to staff, providing a living wage and full benefits! No Tips Expected.

Impossible Sausage Lasagna$42.00
gluten free noodles, chickpea "mozzarella," bloomsdale spinach, wild mushrooms, charred tomato sauce *GF *Vegan *Nut Free
Almost Bolognese$42.00
fresh fettuccine, impossible meat, mirepoix, calabrian chili, chickpea "parmesan" *GF- sub GF bucatini *Vegan *Nut Free
Aubergine Athena$42.00
gluten free panko crusted Japanese eggplant, english cucumbers, kalamata olives, summer squashes, kale herb salad, vegan tzatziki *GF *Vegan *Nut Free
Heritage Pork & Beef Bolognese$45.00
fresh fettuccine, parsley, parmesan, calabrian chili, breadcrumbs *GF- sub GF bucatini *Nut Free
Dayboat Sea Scallops$59.00
arborio risotto with wild mushrooms, mushroom stock, pea shoots, fontina, parmesan, black truffle butter *GF *Available Vegetarian- no beef *Nut Free
Seared Pacific Halibut$59.00
housemade potato gnocchi, roasted maitake mushrooms, carrot purée, salmon roe beurre blanc, chives *Available GF- no gnocchi *Nut Free
Red Bird Organic Hen$59.00
pommes purée, roasted heirloom carrots, pearl onions, brussels sprouts, guanciale, poultry demi-glace with baby chanterelles *GF *Nut Free
Rosewood Farm Wagyu Ribeye$69.00
king trumpets, charred asparsgus, pommes purée, tempura artichoke heart, roasted elephant garlic, overnight veal demi-glace (medium rare only- Chef has spoken!) *GF

Sides

French Onion Potato Gratin$18.00
guanciale, fontina, brie, thyme *GF *Nut Free
Side Broccolini$18.00
umami sauce, toasted hazelnuts *GF *Vegan *Available Nut Free- no hazelnuts
Raul's Old-School Garlic Bread$12.00
soft Italian loaf, butter, garlic, parmesan

Desserts

All of Lovina's prices include service- 30% off all sales go directly to staff, providing a living wage and full benefits! No Tips Expected.

Model Bakery Walnut Bread Pudding$21.00
walnut bread, white chocolate creme anglaise
Hot Mess$21.00
flourless chocolate brownie, salted caramel, toasted house made marshmallow cream, brandied cherries, pistachio gelato *GF *Available Nut Free- no pistachio gelato, sub vanilla
"Snickers" bar$21.00
housemade peanut butter, medjool date cream, coconut & cashew "nougat," dipped in dark chocolate *GF *Vegan
Chef's Dessert Sampler$21.00
bite sized tastes of our Hot Mess, Bread Pudding, "Snickers" bar, and Sundae Funday *No Substitutions Allowed

Kid's Menu

Kid's Pasta$19.00
fresh fettuccine with butter OR marinara *Available GF- sub GF bucatini *Nut Free
Kids Grilled Cheese$22.00
delicious grilled cheese sandwich, just like mom (might) have made

Reviews

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4.7

(2580)

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

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Lovina offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic food and menu," exceptional service, and a charming ambiance. Guests rave about the "delicious and beautifully presented food," including standout dishes like bolognese and risotto. The "tipless restaurant" model, caring staff, and unique personal touches make it a must-visit in Calistoga.

2,774 Reviews

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Susan
New York City11 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were excellent!! Very enjoyable ❤️
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Scott
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great bday meal here with my wife. Staff was fantastic and food was delicious
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Lisa
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 29, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food service and atmosphere - had a wonderful evening
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Kari Gold
San Francisco5 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 21, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a fantastic dinner and experience! It's such a cute restaurant with several different options for where to sit. We sat upstairs on the porch and it felt like we were in a tree house. Food was delicious and Ingrid, our server and was amazing! She made magic happen! I also loved that Lovina is a tipless restaurant and takes care of their employees. I'm happy to tip but it just shows the dedication the restaurant has to take care of their staff. Kudos!! Will definitely be back!
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Joe Gold
Columbus70 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 21, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of our best dinner experiences of 2026. Food, vibe and service exceptional. Thank you Anthony and chef!
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Gary Gold
Detroit144 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 18, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Outdoor seating was chilly even with heater that cycles ever 15 minutes. Servers are not attentive enough for an establishment that is too-free but increases prices to cover such. Servers look as though they rolled out of bed and came to work. Nice if that's your vibe for $60 (3) scallops with risotto à la carte and $5 two ounce (amuse bouche) tastings of soup! Clearly the restaurant takes care of their staff, and that's laudable. But for really great food, service, ambience and better value, head to Scala for the full experience.
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Brett
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on October 16, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The hen was incredible. I usually don’t order the chicken when I eat out but that meal blew me away.
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Brad Gold
San Francisco41 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 16, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fantastic food and menu; fantastic staff. What a treat.
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Rachel Gold
Richmond7 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 12, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Get the artichoke dip. It was amazing. I love the GF options!
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Ryan
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on October 9, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional experience for our anniversary. The food was delicious and the staff made it memorable. Have eaten at a few Michelin restaurants and honestly enjoyed this experience more.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(707) 942-6500
Website
https://www.lovinacalistoga.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Housed in a historic Craftsman home on the main street, Lovina offers semi-private & private dining spaces for 6-130 guests. Specializing in gluten free & vegan options but with plenty for the omnivores, our menus fit most dietary needs. We are Tip Free, so no tips or service charges will be added!
Private party contact
Jennifer Bennett: (707) 942-6500
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
1107 Cedar St, Calistoga, CA 94515
Neighborhood
Calistoga
Cross street
Lincoln Ave
Parking details
Parking behind the restaurant, as well as easy street parking.
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, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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FAQs

Sundays tend to be a calm choice, guests note Sunday evenings are promptly seated, and Sunday brunch visits have also been described as quiet and relaxed.

Yes, Lovina runs seasonal and holiday prix-fixe meals (for example, a Thanksgiving prix-fixe was offered at $89 per person) and participates in regional promotions and special dinner events throughout the year.

Yes, Lovina offers a dedicated Kid's Menu and multiple guests report bringing children who enjoyed buttered pasta and other kid-friendly options, making it a welcoming spot for families.

Saturday evenings are often lively and buzzing, while Sunday evenings tend to be quieter and more relaxed.

Yes, Lovina offers lovely heated and shaded patios that guests frequently enjoy for al fresco dining.

Yes, guests report noting celebration details and dietary needs when booking, the menu marks GF/vegan items, and the menu lists a contact number (707.942.6500) for enquiries.

Lovina's Heritage Pork & Beef Bolognese is a recurring favorite, it's described as locally famous by the owner and repeatedly praised by guests.

Lovina feels like a charming, cozy neighborhood spot set in a historic craftsman home, with warm, welcoming dining rooms and inviting heated patios that guests love.

Casual dress, relaxed, comfortable clothing is appropriate when dining at Lovina.

Yes, Lovina welcomes private gatherings (private parties are allowed), and guests report enjoying a private or semi-private room for celebrations.

Yes, Lovina offers clearly labelled vegan and gluten‑free dishes across the menu (for example, Almost Bolognese is marked Vegan, and Aubergine Athena and Pinsa Romano are marked GF and Vegan).

Portions tend to be hearty, guests frequently describe plates like the risotto and Bolognese as large enough to share or leave comfortably full.

Yes, Lovina’s cozy, converted-craftsman setting, attentive service, and many anniversary and romantic visits make it a popular choice for a special evening.

Sunday brunch (10:00 am–2:00 pm) is a guest favorite, reviewers praise Lovina’s brunch, drinks, and patio atmosphere.

Yes, Lovina describes its menu as seasonal and locally sourced, and guests note seasonal and holiday menu offerings alongside the regular menu.

Yes, Lovina has run holiday meals in the past, including a Thanksgiving prix‑fixe, and guests specifically note the restaurant being open for holiday dining.

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Lovina

4.7

$31 to $50

American

Calistoga

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2 people

Nov 6, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

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The Redwood Slabs- Dinner (Set Menu for up to 14 guests)

The Front Porch- Dinner (Set Menu for up to 12 guests)

The Supper Party- Dinner (Set Menu for up to 18 guests)

Upstairs & Covered Porch- Dinner (Private Buyout- Set Menu)

Private Luncheon- Patio (Set Menu for up to 70 guests)

The Private Patios- Dinner (Private Buyout- Set Menu)

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For The Table

Model Bakery Bread$9.00

Pinsa Romano$14.00

Fried Mushroom Polenta Bites$16.00

Vegan Endive Cups$16.00

Pacific Halibut Croquettes (3 pieces)$19.00

Wild Mushroom Bruschetta$24.00

Penn Cove Mussels$24.00

Starters

Soup du Jour$5.00

Sonoma Apple Salad$24.00

Locally Famous Little Gems Salad$24.00

Kabota Squash & Whipped Burrata$22.00

Fresh Italian Burrata$26.00

Mains

Impossible Sausage Lasagna$42.00

Almost Bolognese$42.00

Aubergine Athena$42.00

Heritage Pork & Beef Bolognese$45.00

Dayboat Sea Scallops$59.00

Seared Pacific Halibut$59.00

Red Bird Organic Hen$59.00

Rosewood Farm Wagyu Ribeye$69.00

Sides

French Onion Potato Gratin$18.00

Side Broccolini$18.00

Raul's Old-School Garlic Bread$12.00

Desserts

Model Bakery Walnut Bread Pudding$21.00

Hot Mess$21.00

"Snickers" bar$21.00

Chef's Dessert Sampler$21.00

Kid's Menu

Kid's Pasta$19.00

Kids Grilled Cheese$22.00

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