French Laundry is Definity overpriced and took way too long to finish. Once is enough for me.
Agreed. I also didnāt feel comfortable there. Like I didnāt have a secret handshake or something.
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Yes we have scheduled a few dinner in Fishermanās Wharf also because we booked a hotel in that area for 3 nights. No crabs, understood! Thank you for the restaurant advice, iām afraid itās too late. Just a curiosity and sorry for this silly question: is it true that my 20 years old son cannot order wine in a restaurant? Which is the rule or the common habits there?
I know what you are talking about. Well, our governor got into trouble eating there in a party during the pandemic, and the other guy who went there often I knew is in jail for money laundry now. You never knew who sits at the next table.
They checked all IDs, and you must be twenty-one to drink anywhere in the US. So, he can only have water, tea, coffee, or juice unfortunately.
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And maybe a couple sips of your wine. 
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Not that is a problem, just to know. Since here in Italy is ok at 18 age and he has grown learning wine tastes (with moderation) according to different meals, itās part of our culture. New country you go, new habits (laws) you find! We will respect it, of course.
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Luca, if you have the time for a trip to Berkeley, see if you can get a reservation at Chez Panisse. A bit expensive, but Chef Alice Waters was one of this countryās founders of high end farm to table dining. Iām a big fan, but if you go - get there on time! There is a fixed menu and serving times every evening. If you get there late youāll be starting your meal at whatever course is being served. Has never happened to me, but Iāve seen it happen there.
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Thank you all! Iām taking notes. If any of you guys will come to Italy I promise to give back some right advise!
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A wonderful approach.
For three nights it may be too tight to visit Napa, because you can easily spend three days in SF.
But in case you want to, V. Sattui Winery has a nice picnic area, and you can buy lunch inside and eat at their outdoor tables. Their wines are sold in the winery store only. The wine price ranges from $40 to $60 (non-reserve) a bottle depending on varieties. They also sell Italian style wine too.
In last year, most wineries only take reservations for wine tasting because of the pandemic, and I do not know if they still have the same policy now.
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Oh I really wanted to visit Napa, unfortunately my wife and friends decided we have not enough time. I had a look at Danko website, very interesting meals and prices are not a problem. Here we are used to spend 100/150 euros for a good restaurant dinner (no Michelin). Wait, I always have to add 20% tip in every place I will have lunch/dinner, correct? Or is there some different habit? And in SF more 20% for taxes.
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Taxes/tips 38 to 40% additional, which is a shock for a lot of foreign visitors. SF is considered one of the most expensive places in the US thanks to all the tech companies.
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I can imagine how my compatriots can be shocked about tips in general! Poor Italians! Here itās all included in menu prices (increased at the desired/needed amount) and tipping sometimes could be interpreted as a snobbish or tacky gesture to impress.
Thank you again, I have finished sorry. Back to fuses and music.
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An excellent winery! And they do ship to other States. 
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Wellā¦hereās a left turn for anyone that may be interestedā¦
A cheap tweak cable upgrade.
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Non vado in Italia da molti anni, ma spero di tonare presto alle origini della mia famiglia!
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Heres a great place for travel advice so lets get back on track with the M1 tips and developments.
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In TX a parent can order alcohol for their child at dinner.
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What! I never heard of such a thing. But thank goodness I do not have underage children anymore.