Ad Hoc Yountville: Thomas Keller's Family-Style Dining, Michelin Recommended
The idea for Ad Hoc was simple. Thomas Keller wanted a comfortable place for his community and families to dine. The result is a Yountville restaurant that strips away formality without sacrificing quality, offering a daily-changing, family-style menu that has earned it a Michelin Recommended status.
The menu changes every day, a single fixed-price offering built around a main course—think Buttermilk Fried Chicken with braised collards and polenta, or Pork Tenderloin with spring onions and honey gastrique. Each meal begins with a starter, like a Grilled Asparagus Salad with radishes and quail eggs, and ends with a dessert such as Strawberry Panna Cotta with pistachio crumble. An approachable wine list and classic cocktails round out the experience.
The space itself is understated and welcoming, designed for the kind of unhurried meal where you pass plates and share bites. It’s American cooking at its most direct—seasonal, ingredient-driven, and served without pretense. The Michelin Recommended distinction reflects the consistency and care that define the kitchen’s work. For those who want to take a piece of the experience home, takeout is available.
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