Taylor’s Automatic Refresher is an institution.
In business since 1949 (and not much has changed since then), the place is your classic burgers-and-fries type of joint, albeit Napa Valley-fied.
We regularly visit the original Saint Helena location on what has come to be called “French Frydays” (in the past few years, they’ve also opened locations in San Francisco and the town of Napa).
And while it definitely is not cheap, Taylor’s serves excellent food and drinks. But, we particularly enjoy the outdoor ambience.
It is hands down the most kid-friendly AND adult-friendly* eating place in town.
Who: All ages
What: Yummy food & drinks served in a super-casual, yet upscale setting
Where: St Helena: 933 Main St; SF: 1 Ferry Building, #6; Napa: Oxbow Public Market, 644 First St
When: Lunch/Dinner; St Helena location is best when it’s warm and sunny
Why: To eat decently while the kids play
* adult-friendly = they serve wine & beer AND the food is good