Rusti Thedog

Great vibe, food and experience. Not cheap, but great dinner. Hospitality top shelf!

Chloe Martins

After an exhausting day of wine tasting (Har Har), this girl needed takeout and the comfort of no more people. Aka cancel the reservation family, we getting to go! Easy to order online and easy pick up! Yasss to the Bohemian esthetic but clean modern vibe? The outside and inside is gorgeous. Food piping hot and piping good! Big win for our family: vegan options and they were delicious! The risotto was, *chefs kiss. Highly recommend! ***Get that reservation if u are serious about eating in house!

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Liann Amagan

We made a dinner reservation here while planning our overnight trip to Calistoga. We stayed at Indian Springs and this was really close by, possibly walking distance but we drove and parking was really easy, there was street parking. We had an 830pm reservation on a Monday and were probably one of the last larger parties there. We opted to sit outside and we enjoyed their late night rnb playlist. This is a tip free restaurant and all of the prices go into the price of the entree, we went family style. I got an espresso martini that was delicious! We started off with the model bakery bread and pistachio butter, polenta bites, whipped burrata and heirloom tomatoes, and their locally little gem salad which were are really good! We shared the heritage pork and beef bolognese and got the French onion potato gratin and broccolini as sides. It was a lot for all 4 of us and we were super full by the end. We asked what the most popular dessert is and it was the hot mess. We got all of the popular items and enjoyed it all! Nice and hearty, great service and good vibes!

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Ellen K

In the last 7 years, I've eaten here many times, and gotten take out during the pandemic because this place is so worth supporting! They're a real member of the community and they go out of their way to support their staff with their tip-free menu and parts of the proceeds from the hand made pottery sales going to support their staff and the local food bank. But how is the food? Amazing. I've never had even a mediocre meal here. They have options for every dietary style, including vegetarian and gluten free. Their dessert is always to die for. Their wine selection is always solid. The space is adorable inside and out. I can go on and on, but just come eat here. You will not be sorry. (Included photos from our most recent meal of incredible delights.)

Nikita Donti

Everything was SO delicious. Pricey but makes sense given the freshness of the food, and the business model (tip already included), which pays staff a living wage, and includes benefits such as PTO/ healthcare. The atmosphere is warm, inviting and beautiful - especially the outdoor patio area. The service is top notch, very attentive. The food is absolutely incredible! Can’t wait to go back and try more items !

Rose Darling

One of the best dining experiences & most delicious food we’ve ever had! We came here on our honeymoon and they had a card signed by all the staff plus a handmade wine stopper from the owner for us. The artichoke dip for starters was amazing. Then the duck salad for dinner was one of the best things I’ve ever eaten. They also price their menu in such a way that no tipping is required which I loved to see from a business perspective. We can’t wait to come back for all of our anniversaries!

Audrey Sanfilippo

10/10 recommend! Nina and the male host were friendly and instantly made you feel comfortable. Our group of 6 women walked away talking about that being the best meal start to finish we can remember! They were so accommodating turning the heater on and off on the patio, it was so comfortable, beautiful, and peaceful. Thank you for catering to us so kindly, great job

Charlotte Passot

Lovina felt like a homecoming. Having grown up in small family run restaurants the staff made us feel instantly welcome. The restaurant is small, intimate and cozy. There was a personal touch with the owners handmade pottery used with nearly every dish. Every staff member was attentive and friendly. The food was simple but perfectly flavored. The parsley and garlic butter that comes with the sourdough bread is something of dreams. The pastas were divine. I hold all my pasta against the impossibly high standards of my Italian family friend’s homemade 100 layer lasagna and when I took a bite of the Bolognese I thought I was back in Italy. I pretty much never order pasta in restaurant because I’m always left disappointed. Not at Lovina. Truly lovely. A must visit in quiet Calistoga.

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Eric S

If I could give a few additional stars I would. The owner super amazing. She squeezed us in on New Year’s Eve! Thanks so much! The service from the moment you walk in was terrific! The food was exceptional, everything felt so fresh and so delicious! Nothing but amazing things to say about this restaurant - truly 10/10. The restaurant radiates positivity. The staff is attentive, and they seem actually happy. The menu offers something for every taste and the food is just delicious.... we ordered salads, halibut, ceviche, all outstanding including the sourdough bread with a pistachio butter to die for. Really love what the restaurant stands for in terms of paying their employees a fair wage, 401k matching and health benefits - its rare to find a restaurant these days that looks after their employees the way Lovina does. Will be back again! Can’t wait to try more of the menu!

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sIIcAnton

It was our first dinner during our visit and it was great. Our hosts recommended me the Bolognaise. And if you like Truffle you need to take it dirty. Was delicious, also the Halibut was fantastic. The stuff was very friendly - great dinner.

Ouns Lateef

They have vegetarian and vegan option. Food was well prepared.

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Jeremy Yowell

Lovina was a nice dinner for our group after a day of wineries nearby. While I didn't love every New American dish we tried, I was very impressed by the service and the halibut in particular - delicious. Nice wine options (which I'd hope so for considering the area) and a relaxing atmosphere made for a pleasant evening.

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Natalie Caldwell

A cute little spot on downtown Calistoga's main street, Lovina has a beautiful outdoor space that is super inviting on a warm day. While a smaller/limited menu, I give the restaurant major props - tip is included in the final bill because they provide their staff healthcare, etc. KUDOS to Lovina ownership. During our visit, we split the BLAT (bacon, lettuce, avocado, tomato) sandwich which was on a fantastic piece of sourdough and had this wonderful chipotle aioli/sauce. As for the experience, halfway through our meal the staff sat a couple directly next to us...on a patio that had no one else on it. It was awkward and uncomfortable for us both. Upon getting the bill, we were floored to see that the ice latte I received was ELEVEN DOLLARS (this is not Starbucks, folks). Nine for the latte and a two-dollar surcharge for oat milk (love being punished for being lactose intolerant). For being a brunch spot, you would think they would have a better handle on this, but this certainly left a bad taste in my mouth. Tons of other restaurant options in town, so I'll likely try those in the future.