Gavel
200 Stanly Crossroad, Napa, CA
Crema's Take
“Tucked within Napa's Stanly Ranch, this espresso-focused café has found its rhythm through meticulous attention to both craft and hospitality—the kind of place where your barista remembers your order after a single visit. The industrial barn aesthetic with soaring ceilings pairs beautifully with impeccably brewed lattes and fresh-baked pastries (the pistachio croissant deserves its reputation), making it worth a leisurely morning even if you're just passing through.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu.
Google Reviews
There are a handful of negative reviews which may be from when it first opened. However, the quality of the coffee and food has improved significantly. The prices are still high, but easier to justify.
Great morning coffee shop. Amazing service, where after our first day Liz remembered our names and orders. Very good lattes and an awesome pistachio croissant.
Gavel at Stanly Ranch is the perfect Napa morning stop if staying at the resort. This stylish coffee spot serves rich, perfectly brewed coffee alongside fresh, flaky pastries that are worth lingering over. The setting is bright and welcoming, with both indoor and outdoor seating…
I was able to enjoy coffee as well as tea from here multiple times during my stay and it was very good. I was very impressed with the pastry selection. The pastries are made at the restaurant across the way from the coffee shop so they arrive as fresh as they can be. You can…
Gavel is largely for guest and event visitors at the Stanly resort. But it is clear that it wants to make a statement. The industrial barn interior is modern and sophisticated. The high ceilings let the coffee aroma rise and please. The coffee was great with awesome beans to…
Crema Reviews
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