What to order at Bounty Hunter Wine Bar and Smokin' BBQ

Signature dishes
400-label wine list, Small-producer Napa Cabernet, Smoked BBQ pairings
Editor tip
The by-the-glass happy hour is the entry point. Ask for a tasting flight of small-producer Napa Cabs alongside the smoked brisket.
CuisineWine Bar
Price$$
Neighborhooddowntown
HoursTue-Thu 11:00-20:00; Fri-Sat 11:00-21:00; Sun 11:00-20:00; closed Mon
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Signature dishes: 400-label wine list, Small-producer Napa Cabernet, Smoked BBQ pairings

Tip: The by-the-glass happy hour is the entry point. Ask for a tasting flight of small-producer Napa Cabs alongside the smoked brisket.

Location

Address: 975 First Street, Napa, CA 94559

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