I’m going to the French Laundry in 2 weeks and heard it’s incredible..has anyone eaten there that can share their experience.. thanks (1 reply, last updated by Robert Lauriston November 23, 2006)

nobody has mentiond the french laundry lately——a friend of mine tells me that extensive renovations will keep it closed until april. rich (3 replies, last updated by Melanie Wong December 30, 2003)

I and a guest dined at Chef Keller’s French Laundry in Yountville on April 12. It was our second visit, the first four years ago. The prix fixe had risen from $120 to $175, and that’s now for all four menus, the... (0 replies, last updated by Bob Fliegel April 27, 2005)

Couple of days ago a newspaper wrote that the FL has actually reopened. Is this a fact or premature PR? Any new experiences? (2 replies, last updated by trueblue June 12, 2004)

I thought FL had a 9 course tasting menu. Am I wrong? Russkar in LA mentioned 16 courses. (6 replies, last updated by Carrie 218 February 23, 2008)

I had wanted to go to The French Laundry ever since I heard about it a decade ago. Finally got the chance this March and was incredibly disappointed. The food was at best average and the service was good, but not as good as other... (1 reply, last updated by margieco May 28, 2007)

I fell in love with Napa Valley my first visit, and have dreamed about dining at The French Laundry. Has anyone dined there, and was it a fabulous as I imagine? (10 replies, last updated by Karl Gerstenberger March 10, 2007)

Floridians think about a trip to Yountville! Link: http://www.chowhound.com/topics/show/35962#165139 (1 reply, last updated by mspea April 29, 2005)

Does anyone have any suggestions for securing a dinner reservation at the French Laundry in Yountville. Mid-week dining would be OK (5 replies, last updated by Karen February 14, 2003)

As Canadian visitors to California, we wanted to experience the food at The French Laundry. Well, the food was – with two small “issues” - exceptional and as we expected. The two “issues” - slightly... (1 reply, last updated by Nate April 11, 2002)

Folks, I gotta tell you I finally had my evening at the French Laundry. We chose the 9 course tasting menu with wine pairing, and it was unbelievable. The food was, in fact, utterly amazing and we were fortunate to choose a night... (3 replies, last updated by Hezmodo April 8, 2005)

You’re right, French Laundry is unlikely. As an alternative, I’d highly recommend Roux in St. Helena. It’s a small place run by a couple that seems to be proud of the restaurant. Aside from the quality of the... (4 replies, last updated by Thea February 23, 2003)

We are planning to go to French Laundry for lunch. Has anyone been there lately? Is it worth the money? Is lunch there differnet from his dinner? Can we still get the tasting menu? (4 replies, last updated by Peter Yee January 6, 2003)

So, I was the lucky person that got a hold of Gini fast enough to secure the reservation for two at French Laundry yesterday. I knew I couldn’t afford it, but I also knew I just had to go. Per Gini’s instructions, I... (11 replies, last updated by Brandon Nelson May 9, 2001)

Going to go for lunch. Is it all prix fixe? Is it worth the $$$ Any suggestions?? How are the portions? (7 replies, last updated by Peter Yee May 21, 2003)