We told the concierge at the hotel that we wanted to splurge for a really nice dinner, and this is where she sent us. It was a splurge! Very pricy. But also very fine food. We drank good wine, passed around every dish for all four to try, and everyone agreed that every single flavor was simply wonderful. more

Always a wonderful selection of first plates and entrees which reflect ingredients available from local sources. Fresh! ...and wonderfully prepared. Perhaps most impressive: consistency... and we've been taking advantage of it for 25 years. Liz and John Downey have earned their reputation as leaders of the local dining scene. more

We enjoyed the best American cooking of our holiday which took in Napa, Sonoma and Monteray. Nice people serving and supervising. Certainly doubly recommend to European and English travellers. And reasonable pricing with no problems splitting a dish too. more

We recently dined at a chef's prix fixe dinner at Downey's which was a a sort of culinary good-bye to winter's local bounty of wild lobster, and chanterelles, and farmed watercress and apples. Just as wine can reveal 'terre,' brilliantly prepared meals created from regional ingredients can reveal the essence of the natural environment and agriculture of a region. Two... more

A very ordinary experience. My wife and I tried Downey's for the first time and were unimpressed. Quite expensive ($250 including Wine and Tip) and just ok. Mostly dull, old fashioned preparations of classics done with little flair. Weak wine list, particularly considering it's location near many wineries. more

Not bad food, boring decor. more

We had a wonderful meal and enjoyed chatting with Liz about the restaurant and family. Everything was fresh and delicious. The wine list included some that weren't out of the park... we definitely would go back there again if we have the chance! Top on the list! more

The owners, John and Liz, have been serving excellent food in this location since 1982. On a recent visit, we were treated with outstanding food and service that was personal and attentive. The mussels were superb, plentiful and tasty. We also enjoyed our watercress and spinach salad. My order of duck was served "peking" style and the best I have... more

My favorite restaurant in SB. Quality food. more