Inside Track: What the Locals are Doing

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Azzurro Pizzeria e Enoteca

Consistently ranked in the Top three places for pizza in the annual Napa Valley Life “Best of Napa Valley” Reader’s Choice Awards, Azzurro Pizza is an all-time local favorite for wood-fired pizza, pasta, salads, and Manciatas (salad served on pizza crust). Beers and wines are all locally produced and during happy hour (Tues-Thur between 4-6 pm) they’re offered for $2 off when ordered by the glass. // 1260 MAIN ST., NAPA • WWW.AZZURROPIZZERIA.COM

Il Posto Trattoria

Il Posto’s Founders Justin Graffigna and Arik Housley opened Il Posto with friends and family in mind. Combining a comfort-food-based menu comprised of family recipes, local wines, and intimate surroundings makes this little neighborhood trattoria one of North Napa’s local favorites. Happy Hour is offered every day from 3:30- 5:30 pm with special prices on beer, house wines, and specialty cocktails along with a mouth-watering Antipasti menu. // 4211 SOLANO AVE., NAPA • WWW.ILPOSTONAPA.COM

Lane 33 Café

Conspicuously located inside the Napa Bowling Center, Lane 33 Café is one of Napa’s hidden culinary treasures. The 1950’s retro-themed diner serves up a dual-themed “American diner meets nouveau Mexican” menu. In-theknow locals know Chef/Owner Alex Soto’s handmade tacos (which sell for $3-$4), tortas and burritos are some of the best in Napa. Save room for whimsical pastries and desserts made by local chef Mercedes Stahlberger. Open M, T, Th-Sat from 11-9, Wed 11-8 and Sun 11-7. // 494 SOSCOL AVE., NAPA

Grace’s Table

As one of Napa’s recognized ‘Michelin Bib Gourmand’ restaurants, Grace’s Table is regaled for its global EuroSouth American comfort food served in an open-air bistro style setting. Open for lunch and dinner, it’s also one of Napa’s few restaurants that offers brunch all day/every day and a primo location for locals to gather and dine in a social or business setting. // 1400 SECOND ST., NAPA • WWW.GRACESTABLE.NET

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Norman Rose Tavern

Known as one of Napa Valley’s favorite neighborhood pubs, Norman Rose is a locals’ mecca to catch up with friends, catch a ball game and grab some gourmet grub. The drink menu includes creative cocktails, an extensive beer selection featuring many North Coast microbreweries and a wine list with 100% local labels. When Bay Area teams are playing, get there early to snag a coveted bar seat. // 1401 FIRST ST., NAPA • WWW.NORMANROSENAPA.COM