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Solid fried chicken place! I don't usually like fried chicken. Good: - Limited parking but we got a spot super close by! - The 3 pc fried chicken was amazing, the chicken was super juicy, it also came with delicious corn bread and a mac salad - The bread of the fried chicken sandwich was great - Lots of cute seating options, all outdoors and in the shade which was nice on a hot day - Really fast service and you get food 10 min after you order Bad: - The chicken in the fried chicken sandwich was too dry for me Overall really liked the portion sizes and quality of food here.

Ugh another overrated and underwhelming experience. Here’s the thing, when you eat bone-in chicken, you almost always know where the bones are. Here, it’s surprise. They cut up the breast in smaller pieces so when you bite in, you may find the secret prize of multiple bones. Yaaaaay!! The chicken is very under seasoned, the breading is fine but the overall chicken wouldn’t compete with your local hole-in-the-wall. The Mac salad is fine, not bad, very creamy, almost like a potato salad consistency. The cornbread is forgettable. Not worth the money, doesn’t even come close to the hype of whatever glory days this chicken might have had.

If you are craving for fried chicken, this is the place, the chicken was crispy, juicy and good looking. Nice outdoor seating, and good atmosphere. BUT for Thomas Keller restaurant, execution was bad. Great recipe, but bad kitchen (?) and inconsistency ( we are locals, went to French laundry, bouchon restaurant and bakery, eat a lot in Napa in general) 1. One of the chickens had long curly hair hanging out of it...eew.. we told the staff, she said sorry and brought new chicken ( without hair) 2. My honey butter was missing from my order 3. I heard another person next to us saying to the staff that his chicken was raw/red 🤷 they gave him a whole new order like us

The backyard of Ad Hoc, so to speak, this is an excellent place to have lunch or get take out Thomas Keller-style. The fried chicken was hands down the best I've ever had and my son had an amazing pulled pork sandwich. Plus, the grounds are pretty and you get to see the food growing right beside you in the garden plots.

This place did not disappoint! The outdoor area was so beautiful and full of flowers and trees! The atmosphere was relaxed and the music was great. This is some of the best fried chicken I have ever had at a restaurant! It was tender and juicy and cooked to perfection. The cornbread muffin was super moist and the Mac salad was delicious. I would recommend getting here early because it is popular and the table fill up quick. We cannot wait to come back!

The fried chicken was not that juicy, but well tasted. There are so many bees in the outdoor dining area recently. The should have one more person in the “order” house to help with beverage orders. That would definitely shorten the waiting time.

The food is good but a little bit overrated, especially for the fried chicken. I am not saying it’s not good, but considering the price, it’s not that impressive. I love the vibe sitting outside but there are so many bees outside recently. The service is good

Food: Their fried chicken is their signature food. The ribs are also delicious! The Cole slaw is gross. The macaroni salad is okay. The corn bread is good. Could be a little bit sweeter. Make sure you bring your own water. Service: Service is okay. They hand you their food. They keep the area pretty clean. The food is delivered from the front building to the back. Seating: Lots of benches, but the place can get very pack. There is grass for picnic if you choose to sit on the ground. Restroom: Only 1 restroom, which is always a wait here. You can go down the street and use the public restroom.

Solid fried chicken place! I don't usually like fried chicken. Good: - Limited parking but we got a spot super close by! - The 3 pc fried chicken was amazing, the chicken was super juicy, it also came with delicious corn bread and a mac salad - The bread of the fried chicken sandwich was great - Lots of cute seating options, all outdoors and in the shade which was nice on a hot day - Really fast service and you get food 10 min after you order Bad: - The chicken in the fried chicken sandwich was too dry for me Overall really liked the portion sizes and quality of food here.

Ugh another overrated and underwhelming experience. Here’s the thing, when you eat bone-in chicken, you almost always know where the bones are. Here, it’s surprise. They cut up the breast in smaller pieces so when you bite in, you may find the secret prize of multiple bones. Yaaaaay!! The chicken is very under seasoned, the breading is fine but the overall chicken wouldn’t compete with your local hole-in-the-wall. The Mac salad is fine, not bad, very creamy, almost like a potato salad consistency. The cornbread is forgettable. Not worth the money, doesn’t even come close to the hype of whatever glory days this chicken might have had.

If you are craving for fried chicken, this is the place, the chicken was crispy, juicy and good looking. Nice outdoor seating, and good atmosphere. BUT for Thomas Keller restaurant, execution was bad. Great recipe, but bad kitchen (?) and inconsistency ( we are locals, went to French laundry, bouchon restaurant and bakery, eat a lot in Napa in general) 1. One of the chickens had long curly hair hanging out of it...eew.. we told the staff, she said sorry and brought new chicken ( without hair) 2. My honey butter was missing from my order 3. I heard another person next to us saying to the staff that his chicken was raw/red 🤷 they gave him a whole new order like us

The backyard of Ad Hoc, so to speak, this is an excellent place to have lunch or get take out Thomas Keller-style. The fried chicken was hands down the best I've ever had and my son had an amazing pulled pork sandwich. Plus, the grounds are pretty and you get to see the food growing right beside you in the garden plots.

This place did not disappoint! The outdoor area was so beautiful and full of flowers and trees! The atmosphere was relaxed and the music was great. This is some of the best fried chicken I have ever had at a restaurant! It was tender and juicy and cooked to perfection. The cornbread muffin was super moist and the Mac salad was delicious. I would recommend getting here early because it is popular and the table fill up quick. We cannot wait to come back!

The fried chicken was not that juicy, but well tasted. There are so many bees in the outdoor dining area recently. The should have one more person in the “order” house to help with beverage orders. That would definitely shorten the waiting time.

The food is good but a little bit overrated, especially for the fried chicken. I am not saying it’s not good, but considering the price, it’s not that impressive. I love the vibe sitting outside but there are so many bees outside recently. The service is good

Food: Their fried chicken is their signature food. The ribs are also delicious! The Cole slaw is gross. The macaroni salad is okay. The corn bread is good. Could be a little bit sweeter. Make sure you bring your own water. Service: Service is okay. They hand you their food. They keep the area pretty clean. The food is delivered from the front building to the back. Seating: Lots of benches, but the place can get very pack. There is grass for picnic if you choose to sit on the ground. Restroom: Only 1 restroom, which is always a wait here. You can go down the street and use the public restroom.

Solid fried chicken place! I don't usually like fried chicken. Good: - Limited parking but we got a spot super close by! - The 3 pc fried chicken was amazing, the chicken was super juicy, it also came with delicious corn bread and a mac salad - The bread of the fried chicken sandwich was great - Lots of cute seating options, all outdoors and in the shade which was nice on a hot day - Really fast service and you get food 10 min after you order Bad: - The chicken in the fried chicken sandwich was too dry for me Overall really liked the portion sizes and quality of food here.

Addendum ONLY: My first visit (several years back) was a highlight. I loved the fried chicken, the cute bucket, eating outdoors on picnic tables... it was a joy. So I was surprised by how disappointing this second visit was. The fried chicken wasn't greasy enough... I think I wanted more of the "fast food" vibe, and I got really high-quality chicken and excellent breading. But it wasn't what i hoped for. And the price is outrageously high.

Have been to Ad-hoc many years ago and it was a great experience, but never had the fried chicken there. Really wanted to like this place but it was a disappointing experience. +Flavor of the fried chicken is pretty good. -We ordered a large bucket of fried chicken and it was ready immediately, and luke warm. I'd expect hot almost burning your mouth chicken, especially since it costs about $5 per piece. -Wasps swarming all over you trying to nab your chicken while you eat -Breading isn't the best

Have Ad Hoc and Addendum phoned it in??? I rarely update my reviews, but after several mediocre visits to both, I feel the need to. On our last visit to Ad Hoc, we were excited to learn Addendum would have a more extensive menu including BBQ items. So we arrived to find the usual suspects: fried chicken, fried chicken sandwich. The pulled pork sandwich was the only BBQ addition. They also offered caviar with potato chips. I ordered a small bucket of the famous fried chicken and asked if I could request dark meat. "No, but they give you a pretty good variety" is what I was told. We received 2 wing pieces and 5 white pieces. No thighs, no drumsticks. The white meat was dry and under-seasoned. Maybe it wasn't brined long enough? The exterior was exceptionally thick and bread-y this visit too. We also got one seasonal green bean salad and the macaroni salad which were maybe half full at best. A joke for $8 each! There were about three bites worth of the green bean salad.

The best fried chicken! Come when they open as that is when the line is the shortest. Picnic tables to eat at!!!

Ad Hoc is such a great meal for a great price. Everything tasted extremely fresh and delicious. The iceberg wedge salad was one of my favorite salads that i've had. The buttermilk fried chicken was perfection, and the side of red pepper polenta paired so well with it. We added on lobster mac and cheese and WOW was it incredible, if only i could recreate it at home. The warm chocolate brownie was unlike any other brownie i've had, the contrasting textures with the caramelia pearls were just to die for. I seriously want to come back to Yountville just to eat here again, it was that good!

I have been to Ad hoc restaurant before and it was great, never tried the addendum and I read so many good reviews about their fried chicken. So I was really looking forward to give a try. Arrived the place on a weekend and found that the place is not currently open. But we could order at the restaurant as take out (without the usual add-on and for an extra charge). We went ahead and ordered a small bucket. The order didn't take too long and as we were waiting, we saw a few other people came by and check out the fried chickens just like us (popular fried chicken spot indeed) Our small bucket came with 7 mix pieces. They were crispy and crunchy but I didn't get the " wow " feeling. They do seem to be less greasy than other fried chickens I had, but good or bad, that is really subjective. To me, I think a little grease actually enhance the flavor and hits the spot. The chicken meat was pretty tender and not dry but overall little lack of flavor.

We came here on a Saturday with family, we love that it is like a picnic ground, perfect for dogs and kids. Very good fried chicken, the rosemary added a little unique kick to the flavor. The corn bread with honey butter is also a must try! I wish there was an option for dark meat only, I'm personally not a huge fan of the breast.

Addendum has got to be the best fried I was finally making it to go to addendum for delicious lunch fried chicken. That's all you need to buy. Here is a bucket of fried chicken. Nothing else. Nothing else matters. A bucket of chicken, which was about 60 bucks and had like over 10 pieces is definitely good and filling for at least four people. At 15 bucks pop for delicious high-quality chicken and beat it. it was so juicy crunchy flavorful nice little salt and rosemary on top. How did they do it. Today's chicken felt a little greasy however they're greasy is still delicious. Great venue for nice. Picnic area had some shade. Recommend the spot and will be back hopefully before the season ends. All I do is dream about this chicken.

HORRIBLE! Do not go to this place and waste your money! 5 pieces of trashy chicken for $32. Jollibee, McDonald even KFC is better than this. I never leave any comments for any restaurant but this one is insanely bad. My husband and I got the buttermilk fried chicken on Saturday. The chicken was greasy and salty. I end up having food poisoning 5hrs after eating. 2 pieces of them. We to goed the rest 3 pieces that we couldn't finish. My husband had it Sunday. GUESS WHAT? He started puking 6hrs after the food Sunday and had a fever to 102F till now. Don't waste your money on this. There's so many nice food/restaurant in Napa area.

Basically a Garden of Eden... but better, because this garden has Fried Chicken instead of fruit. Tucked behind "ad hoc," is a gravel path that leads into "addendum" -- admittedly thought it was going to be more hype than anything given the attributions, location, and the ubiquitous category it specialized in... but it turned out to be the most impressively delicious fried chicken ever. Frankly I didn't know fried chicken could be so good -- it wasn't greasy, the inside which was juicy and extremely balanced and seasoned through-and-through, the outside was perfectly crunchy with a good consistency, and the finishing touches of salt and rosemary. The side items faded into the background, including the understandably pricey added-on caviar item that didn't really add to the experience headlined by the fried chicken... although the champagne (that comes with the caviar) did work well with fried chicken. Deceivingly casual, besides the location, the entire no frills service format involving ordering out of one shack, picking up at another (bigger) shack, and self seating at basic picnic tables... great for any kind of party whether single travelers to families.

Drove here for lunch from Sacramento. I'd had the fried chicken at ad hoc and needed a fried chicken fix! My wife thought it'd be fun to kick off Father's Day weekend by letting me enjoy my favorite food. Also, as a celiac, she was able to enjoy gf fried chicken! The sandwich was amazing. I love sauce on things but I gotta be honest, this was a little too saucy. The pickles and slaw were great too but I feel it kind of took away from the chicken itself. Bun was great and everything was great, just a little too saucy. The gf chicken bucket itself was great! A little heavy on the rosemary but if that's the only thing I have to complain about then it's pretty damn good! The chicken was so juicy and suuuuper tender inside. Not overcooked at all! I will be back, but I'll make sure to check traffic on my way home!

Addendum is an affordable outdoor lunch spot created by Michelin Star chef Thomas Keller. He's the chef behind the 3 Michelin Star French Laundry. Addendum is a casual lunch place that serves fried chicken. I came here with my sister and brother-in-law last month. I shared the Crispy Chicken Sandwich $22 with my sister. It's served on a Bouchon bakery roll with coleslaw, bread & butter pickles, tangy mayo and a side of kettle chips. The chicken sandwich was crispy and had a good crunch to it. It was great to be able to try Thomas Keller's take on fried chicken. I got my food with a Hibiscus Lemonade $7. My brother-in-law had the buttermilk fried chicken and he says it's the best chicken he has ever had. There are several picnic benches outside, it was a super hot day when we went and we tried to hurry eating our food. Not Addendum's fault, but there was a swarm of bees in the picnic area. It was a bummer too since that area was the only part with shade. I get that they're probably trying to keep the bees alive for their garden, but I wish there was enclosed seating for shelter from the heat and insects.

We waited 6 years to get back to Napa. We were very excited to try Adhoc. If you're expecting to try their Fried Chicken it's not always on the menu it's not even offered as an Add-on at your advanced notice request. I was told no even when we went in the night before to request it for our dinner as an add on. I messaged the restaurant on instagram we went into the restaurant the night before. I emailed them and no response. The menu changes daily so there's no guarantee the day you make reservations that you will even get the opportunity to try it. The ambiance is casual which we loved and the food comes out family style even better! Our menu for the day that we could get reservations for, was Roasted chicken. We all agreed roasted chicken is not something any of us would typically order at a high end restaurant for dinner. So we won't so much review the Roasted Chicken, but i will say it was super tender . You get salad which the night we did was with an avacado dressing. We could have had more of the salad for the table it was that good. The sides come for the table you get 2 sides plus the salad . This night the offer was orzo which was tasty and roasted cauliflower (spicy) the night we went Sunday 6:45 May 12th for dinner had optional extra add ons which were $60.00 per add- on for the table. We ordered the truffle risotto with scallops there were 4 of us and only 3 scallops, which was not recognized by wait staff that we were a table of 4, nor was that communicated to us that there are only 3 scallops (awkward) We could have made a meal of that in itself the truffle was such a fragrant subtle taste (might I add truffle isn't my favorite) but this was an exceptional. The scallops ( 3 ) on top of the risotto had an exceptional caramelization and flavor which is what you'd expect scallops to have, but do not typically get. The shrimp add on for the table ($60) was well worth adding on you do get 4 of those. They were huge the coloring and the flavor was so appealing to the eyes and taste buds they did not disappoint. You do get a cheese tray After dinner and before dessert, Dessert was ice cream Sunday. It's a pre set menu so your only extra add-on options are the sides that they offer for that evening. For us Fried Chicken is the star of their show and is what is always reviewed on food shows. So people come from all over to get this experience, it's something we never knew going here that it's not a regular option. We felt per our request if we wanted to pay for fried chicken as an add on that Adhoc should have made that happen. ( Mind you Fried Chicken was offered for lunch that day so this wasn't an impossible request) and you don't know that when you make the reservation so far in advance if you will get to order it that day of your reservation. We may never fly 3000 miles to get back to Napa and try Adhoc and Adhoc makes no apologies for that. Nor for not accommodating a patrons request and for not responding to any messages. So If the experience is what you want and good food, and if not getting to try the Fried Chicken is not an issue for you, then I'd say go!

It's really good fried chicken. You figure Thomas Keller would fry a good bird and indeed he does (I know he's not in the kitchen doing the frying). Note that the pieces are on the smaller end so the meal which comes with three pieces is a normal portion, and not like a half chicken. The cornbread is great too.

During our Napa Valley trip last month, we couldn't resist checking out Thomas Keller's affordable joint just behind Ad Hoc. We got there around 1 pm, and the line was pretty long. If you can, try ordering ahead since that lets you skip the wait and head straight to the pickup counter. We of course got the buttermilk fried chicken. It was very crispy, juicy, and seasoned well. And for dessert, we enjoyed their chocolate chip cookie. Parking's a bit of a puzzle with their small lot, but we lucked out and found a spot right away. The place is outdoors and there were a lot of bees. So, maybe consider getting your food to go. All in all, we enjoyed our meal and would definitely recommend it to anyone nearby!

I wish I could give more than 5 stars! The hype around this Thomas Keller fried chicken is so real! My husband and I came by on Saturday afternoon and the space was packed! It's basically a full garden with plenty of picnic table seating and grass space. I loved that they had corn hole available to keep kids occupied. We ordered the 3 piece chicken combo and the pulled pork sandwich. The sandwich was fully loaded. The pork was very tender and juicy. A little messy to eat but delicious. The fried chicken was everything I wanted and MORE. The batter was incredibly crispy. I wanted a bucket of the chicken skin alone. lol, the best part was that it wasn't greasy. The meat was tender and SO juicy - I literally picked it up and it squirted at me...staining my brand new dress...but it was kind of worth it. lol I cannot say enough good things about this meal. I wish they offered the chicken 7 days a week and year round. I can't wait to be back later this summer for more yummy fried chicken!

So so good Fried chicken - perfectly executed, juicy on the inside and crispy crunchy but light on the outside Smoked BBQ pork sandwich - lean yet tasty, perfect flavor as expected Quick turnaround time to pickup Overall would come back here again Tip: be in an early wave of people to grab a seat in the shade

Maybe my expectation for their fried chicken was too high. The batter was crispy and the meat was juicy but it was too greasy. It reminded me of Popeyes chicken but double the price. Nothing special. I had a dinner reservation at Ad Hoc on the same day but I ended up canceling it because I was so disappointed by their fried chicken. And this Addendum was closed in the middle of their open hour so I went to the restaurant to ask why it was closed and they let me order the chicken from the kitchen.

I dream of their chicken every summer season. It's a go-to spot for lunch before you head off to Napa Valley or in between tasting rooms in Yountville. This season (2023), they have such an efficient process of the ordering shack and the pick up shack. There are plenty of picnic tables and it's community style, so if you see a small group at one end of the table, snag the opposite end of the table - don't be shy. They pack all the food as to-go. There is a small set up of napkins, wet wipes, plates, and condiments to create a picnic set up if you are eating on site or somewhere else. The menu is small but if you know you know, you are probably coming here for the chicken anyway. For drinks there are basic soda options, ice tea flavors and a small option for beer and wines. We always order a large bucket so we have extra pieces for left overs to take home. It reheats well in a toaster oven or air fryer. Located behind Ad Hoc but there is usually decent amount of street parking since it's further away from Bouchon.

WASPS ‼! theres a lot of wasps around the tables and foods. we ended up leaving before finishing our food because of the wasps. food: fried chickens have very good flavors however our chickens were ready few mins after we ordered so definitely been sitting there for a while. needless to say the chickens were not hot. chocolate chips cookie and brownie are both good but nothing special.

The absolute best fried chicken I've ever had. We've come back twice now because we love every single moment. The food is perfection, service is unmatched, and it's the perfect lunch spot (especially after an early morning tasting). We'll visit over and over again!

Excellent fried chicken in a small garden behind Thomas Keller's Ad Hoc. The location is a bit hectic with a small parking lot and packed seating. I think a lot of folks stop by here on their weekend trips to Napa, so don't expect anything quiet. But, the fried chicken is totally worth the trouble. Juicy, well-seasoned, excellent crust. I can't imagine changing anything about the chicken to make it better. With the included sides that were also good, a corn muffin and macaroni salad, we had a perfectly small lunch on our way through Napa Valley ourselves. Totally worth the stop!!!

I've had this place on my radar for months (waiting for it to come out of hibernation!) as a cute and budget-friendly introduction to Thomas Keller's restaurant group, but my expectations were sadly too high and unmet when I finally was able to make it during a holiday. We lined up right at opening and there was a line ~10-15 individuals deep, but it moved quickly. The menu was a bit challenging to see from afar (although very aesthetic and handwritten, and it was sweet to enjoy the garden ambiance (picnic benches, flowers in full bloom, a little side garden) as we waited. Since we came for the chicken, we got a pail of fried chicken, and also decided to try the lobster roll special. After a wait, we received both and dug in with anticipation. The fried chicken was crispy and not dry, but overall the chicken itself was not so flavorful. It also felt a little too wholesome without any of the comforting grease that I think of when I think fried chicken - kind of like whole wheat bran crust on chicken breast. There were a few sprigs of herbs and generous salt crystals on the chicken but after one piece, the I grew a bit tired of the flavor and added ketchup for a pop to subsequent pieces. We wondered if we'd gotten a plate with mac salad and cornbread if that would have helped with some variety, but didn't think that either of those carbs would add the acid needed to cut and deepen the existing flavor of the fried chicken. We also found the lobster roll to be a bit bland and simple in flavors, too. There was a generous amount of well-shelled and cooked lobster, but even the mayo seemed underseasoned and there wasn't much dimension to the dish - a few pickled onions, otherwise just the lobster mix and a toasted bun. I had high hopes for Addendum but just didn't find the foods to be very flavorful and could not keep eating the same flavors. It was an enjoyable picnic location but I would not come back for the food again.

Ugh another overrated and underwhelming experience. Here's the thing, when you eat bone-in chicken, you almost always know where the bones are. Here, it's surprise. They cut up the breast in smaller pieces so when you bite in, you may find the secret prize of multiple bones. Yaaaaay!! The chicken is very under seasoned, the breading is fine but the overall chicken wouldn't compete with your local hole-in-the-wall. The Mac salad is fine, not bad, very creamy, almost like a potato salad consistency. The cornbread is forgettable. Not worth the money, doesn't even come close to the hype of whatever glory days this chicken might have had.

Was really excited to try fried chicken here. It was a food tour day for us, so we only ate 2 pieces from the small bucket we ordered since we had other food places to try. I thought the drum was a little undercooked earlier in the day. When we got home, we reheated the rest of the fried chicken pieces and they were really raw. The attached photo was after 10 mins in the air fryer @350 degrees. Blood is still oozing from the chicken! (Took a bite of it before reheating, so we shall see tonight.) *Updated Part 1* We decided to toss out the rest because we remembered that we left raw chicken in the car for a few hours. *Edited Part 2* Threw up and we are taking turns with the toilet in RV. Pray for us.

Addendum: When is this place ever open??? Your website says open Friday and Saturday 11-2. We got here on a Saturday at 11:30 on 3/30 (so it's officially spring) and you're not open. Good thing they are able to accommodate us at the bar at Ad Hoc. Please update your website!!! As for the food, I won't be able to rate because I didn't have the fried chicken yet.

Fried chicken is bomb and the ambiance in the late spring, summer, and early fall, especially under a tall tree on a picnic table, is great. Make sure to get there before 11:25am if you want to beat the rush, allocate the 10-20 minutes for your order. I would skip the sandwiches (fried chicken and pulled pork options) and just go with the fried chicken, but that's just me. Decent parking too. And to be honest, if you are not a fried chicken fiend, the line when they are busy is still a legit deterrent.

Was going to give this place a 3 but some of our issues with 'atmosphere' are probably more us than them so decided to move from 'OK" to 'good - 3 to 4. We haven't been in the area for a long time and have kept wanting to try Ad Hoc again. It has been years. Got a resy for Saturday night mid-week so access was good despite it being August and higher than normal tourism season. We arrived early and were told the bar is reserved for serving food so if we wanted a cocktail we needed to imbibe in the waiting area, outside on the bench (also a waiting area) or out by the park like setting near Addendum. That was probably the best/prettiest option but with the place crawling with people we were concerned about being out of sight - out of mind. So opted for the waiting area. It wasn't a bad place to enjoy a cocktail but I have a pet peeve about bars that don't let people enjoy a drink. I get the tab per person is higher serving food there but it defeats the purpose of a bar . At least keep half reserved for those who just want to imbibe and have made a proper resy for a table. It was caesar salad - chicken parmesan night - fusilli pesto + veggies - - served with cheese as a third course followed by tiramisu blondies for the fourth. - All in all a nice menu albeit a bit Italian for our taste this time of year and at a place like Ad Hoc. But we went with it. They seated us on time. It was a bit of an immediate overload - do we want water, still or sparkling, are you ready to eat? Would have been nice to be settled and at least get the purse on the back of the chair before the assault. Seriously I get it's under the auspices of service but it's nice to take a seat, wade in, leisurely catch our breath and then get started..... not the atmosphere of this place which is all on all the time. Banging, clanging, loud voices, no acoustics to speak of and cafeteria style atmosphere. I suspect this is what it is and it's just not to our liking which is why I'm not quibbling between a 3 and 4. Food was good - solid. Caesar salad tasty - a little overdressed but ample portion and good taste. Chicken parmesan tender, nicely breaded, light tomato sauce and mozzarella. It is brined, pounded, slightly fried and then finished so all the right steps for a tender piece of chicken - boneless breast for dinner and easy to eat. Fusilli pesto lovely; vegetables of zucchini, mushroom, eggplant lovely. The seasoning was a little 'vinegary' to our tastes but were tasty and had the right balance of oils to acid. All in all good food. Heavier for our tastes this time of year - (I felt like I was in northbeach in SF) but it was good food. I didn't love the cheese course after the chicken parmesan because after a cheesy meal (my husband had more melted cheese on his than I did and it was a little "glompy") you don't want another load of cheese even if two pieces of sheep cheese. It was delicious - just too much. Tiramisu blondie good - cookie/brownie portion a little more 'hard' than chewy warm brownie but flavors were good. We didn't eat it all because by that time we'd had our fill. Honestly good solid meal - good price point for the four course. We ordered the wrong wine to go with this meal but that's on us. The server should have warned us off but we didn't ask and he didn't tell. The half-bottle of wine plus two drinks doubled our bill so we left with a $350 check all in and we definitely spent too much for what we got. But that's on us given the alcohol portion of the bill. I do wish the server would have suggested the wine wasn't a great pairing but it's not that type of place. It's more get-em-in, move-em-out - cafeteria banging and clanging and if they get a nice price point on the wine I don't think anyone is going to tell us if the flavors won't be a great match. Will I go back ?- Only if another choice - the one thing about this place is you can see the menu in the morning and then cancel if it's not a fit. We kind of had a gut niggle about the menu options for the day but decided to stick with it. Not sure we will race back but we would go back and base it on what's on offer. Good for sure - not great and you have to be up for that kind of jammed place - you can't hear yourself talk, speak, or take your time - some people want that action. Just not our cup of tea for food that is what it is.

Hands down, the chicken and accompanying sides are exceptional. Nothing similar even comes close.

Some of the best fried chicken we've had. The crust remained crispy, didn't get soggy or oily. Wish it was warm though. The chicken sandwich was good with the fresh roll. The aioli was too sweet for the sandwich but that's a personal preference. The only annoying part was the bees around the picnic tables; made it impossible to eat as they would swarm around the food and would not go away.

Came in for brunch. Service was prompt and the ambiance was inviting and comfortable. I loved the seating and natural lighting throughout. The food was ok. The best part of the menu was the fried chicken and salad. I realize that I may just not enjoy the buttery or truffle richness as much as others. In retrospect, I would have preferred to keep the salad available throughout the meal to cut through the richness of the meal. The hot sauce was just sauce. There's an opportunity to improve the condiments with brighter flavors, especially for a spring menu.citrus? Herbs? Tomato? Just about anything. The monkey bread was dry. I was bummed. Alas.

Deliciousssss fried chicken! I pre-ordered a large bucket of chicken, 2x mac salad, and 4x cornbread for my party of 4. We took home a few large thighs as leftovers, so maybe a small bucket might have been better! As delicious as it is, it's not my absolute favorite fried chicken in the world--the batter is a little thick and inconsistent on some pieces. I did like the rosemary and flaky salt on top though! I first ate a small breast piece and it was a little dry (as breast pieces typically are)... and then I tried a small thigh and WOW, it was so juicy!! Pick-up was super easy. I would definitely suggest to pre-order your bucket and to get to the picnic area early! It may be hard to find a seat in the shade (especially in the spring + summer) if you go too late.

Got the large bucket of fried chicken, mac salad and beans sides at Addendum. Everything was executed perfectly. The picnic area was picturesque --garden flowers all around and a central grassy area with corn hole made it very inviting for our family of six. Service was top notch even for this little "back alley" kitchen. My husband had a virtual meeting he had to wrap up and we were there an hour past their closing -- not one word to us, they let us enjoy our meal as long as we needed and tidied up our table after we cleared out. Couple notes for future visits -- the mac salad is delicious but super rich so one order is enough for 2-3 people (we ordered 3 and had a ton left over); the chicken was salted perfectly for everyone else but my tastebuds are super sensitive to salt, so will see if I can adjust the saltiness a bit next time. And one note for the restaurant -- sat down at the edge of one of the benches with my infant in my lap and the whole bench lifted on the other side. Did this multiple times with my mommy brain but thankfully did not fall off... would adjust the center of gravity on the bench because that's an accident waiting to happen! Honestly, I enjoyed this place better than our michelin star restaurant dinner we had the next day.

Kitchen of Thomas Keller, where you get close to French laundry. Had this about 2 years ago and though it was a bougie kfc, before trying it, thinking who pays 50-60 dollars for done fried chicken. Well I guess I'm one of those people and was it worth it! You can order online 48-24 hours before. Select the day and time or you can order when you arrive. I can't remember how many princes I order but it comes with chicken wings, thighs and breast. The batter is crunchy and season with salt and thyme and rosemary on the outside. The chicken on the instead is not dry but perfectly moist. Once you get your bucket of chicken you can find a bench and table to eat there or walk across the street to a Parker and have a picnic. Note they do give you plates and utensils. They have a parking lot or you can park on the street.

Some tasty, bougie fried chicken that goes great with a wine buzz! My friends and I preordered a bucket of buttermilk fried chicken for pick up. This place gets packed but luckily it didn't take too long to get the food. It survived the drive still hot and crispy! It definitely hit the spot. Just sad we missed out on the famous chocolate chip cookies! Next time.

Bougie Fried Chicken is what best describes the chicken. The buttermilk breading is crisp and absolutely delicious it comes with flakey salt and rosemary. I wish they had a bougie sauce that come with it, but it was just the regular hot sauce. It was delicious together though! Chicken sandwich was also pretty good. Bread was buttery and divine, it is from bouchon bakery. We got the caviar with creme fraiche with chives with chips. Obviously it was good, best combo ever. It comes with a mini bottle of champ. We also got macaroni salad and corn bread. They were meh, nothing out of the ordinary.

Amazing experience! Our bartender Byron provided impeccable service with awesome recommendations for lunch and libations! The chicken definitely lived up to its reputation but the steak with chimichurri and key lime parfait were surprisingly equally delicious!

Honestly, I'd probably splurge a little more and go sit at the bar at ad box and get the fried chicken there. Somehow the fried chicken here was dry and bland. Mind you, it's a far cry from the one I had at ad hoc previously. It was surprising and such a disappointment :(

One of those memorable experiences that you have been waiting as you heard so much about it from your family, but it fell way short. Decided to order our bucket of fried chicken when in the region during our anniversary weekend. Hubby had been there with our daughter before (1+ year ago) and absolutely loved it (he is a big foodie and I trust his judgement). - there is no sign at Addendum that your meal is really being delivered from the back door of Ad Hoc. - once we knew, the meal was ready and we got it right away. - Asked why we couldn't order sides on the website and wanted to order while there, they said they didn't have any sides to serve that day (Saturday being a busy day you would think they would plan for!!) - took the fried chicken to the picnic tables in the addendum area and there was no utensils, napkins,...) - Chicken lacked taste and most pieces were too dry compared to what my husband had tried the first time. Bottom line, not a Thomas Keller quality of meal nor service we expected... won't be back to this one. What a shame!!

Food well below expectation. Prime rib - room temp and not easy to cut Salmon- fine but not special. Kind of expect much better in both cases. Service - 5 stars- very attentive - pleasant and knowledgeable.

My favorite fried chicken ever: and I'm married to a southern boy. Food: 5, Service: 4, Atmosphere: 4 Cost to worth it rating: 4 for this quality chicken (small bucket of 6 pieces for $30) Return worthiness: yes! Highlights: - Breading on the chicken: light and airy, infused with rosemary for that nice fresh herb flavor, and topped with gorgeous white sea salt crystals. 5 stars - Picnic tables: lovely garden to sit in with a group of picnic tables. Fantastic in great Cali weather most times but even more appreciated during Covid times. - Pre-order online: up to 2 days ahead via ToastTab. Lowlights: - Order limitations these days: no sides available and only 6 piece or larger bucket options. - Wine bottles prices marked up pretty high so didn't get any. Fantastic quick lunch on a Napa wine tasting day.

Thomas Keller... I challenge you to a smoked pulled pork sandwich. That is, if you can't use your home made Hawaiian bun. I can't even compete with that bun. Absolutely delicious. The friend chicken is very good. But, the pork sandwich is on another level. The staff is great and the chill ambiance under the beautiful redwoods is perfect. Just remember, it's only open for a couple of days and a couple of hours.

Pork belly too fatty not enough balance. Should've ordered Berkshire pork. The greens too acidic. The only things is the Mac and cheese. At Ad Hov.

Best fried chicken & pretty quick but gets really crowded so you may not find a spot or seat after you get your order but we just ate in the car. Definitely worth it

Go here! Great food, ambience, and service! Thomas Keller knows his stuff. If they have the lobster roll on menu I highly recommend it. Make sure you take a bucket home, you won't regret it!

Addendum fried chicken is amazing. The best I've ever had (excluding Korean Fried Chicken). The ambiance is casual and light, with picnic tables and cornhole boards. The service is ok, the food can be slow because they are frying to order. The manager was super nice. The msc salad was ok, the cornbread with honey butter was phenomenal, and the chicken was well worth the wait.

WOW can't describe the value and service. I came in on a hot day, long line... $50 for a large bucket of fried chicken that feeds 4 adults that is well seasoned speaks for itself. I had to wait 30 minutes wondering why after the order (keep in mind I grew up on kfc) but the seasoning, flavor, and staff accommodations made it worth it all. Even to go, Keller and his staff is again stellar!

The absolute WORST customer service out there! I have a gift card card to use and their online ordering system does NOT have a location to enter gift card. No big deal I decided to call today to place a to go order and use my gift card when I get there. You call and press option 3 to speak to a representative at the front and NO ONE picks up. I called a total of 13 times (see call log). At 12:50 someone picks up and I asked to place a to go order she said it has to be done online and the gift card option is under payments. I said it is not so she said she will check with a manager. After holding, she hung up on me. I called back 6 more times after that with NO PICK UP. It rings forever and goes to voicemail. You guys are scum and do not deserve any stars. Gift card will be garbage. I don't mind driving the hour out to Yountville to pick up for good food but the lack of respect you have for your customers say a whole lot! Garbage.