The Royal Oak space at the Napa, Calif., resort features Ad Lib, a casual, temporary restaurant that will be operated by Thomas Keller Restaurant Group and offer classic American dishes.
The Thomas Keller Restaurant Group (TKRG) is hosting a new, temporary restaurant concept, named Ad Lib, in the space known as The Royal Oak at Silverado Resort and Spa in Napa, Calif., the Sonoma Valley (Calif.) Patch reported.
Ad Lib is a casual pop-up focused on classic American dishes prepared with quality ingredients and execution. The temporary restaurant will serve dinner Thursday through Monday from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., Patch reported.
“2015 is gearing up to be quite a momentous year for our restaurant group and the Ad Lib pop-up at Silverado’s Royal Oak is an exciting kick off to the year ahead,” said Keller, Chef/Proprietor, TKRG. “It is always inspiring to see our plans come to life and this simple concept of traditional, straightforward food is no exception to that.”
“Few things are as synonymous with Napa Valley as food, wine and golf,” said Johnny Miller, Golf Hall of Famer and Co-owner, Silverado Resort and Spa. “This endeavor not only joins two of Napa Valley’s iconic brands, but it will offer the local community and visitors alike a new destination on the Silverado property that combines all three.”
Ad Lib’s menu is a collaborative effort from TKRG Chef de Cuisine Devin Knell, The French Laundry’s Chef de Cuisine David Breeden and Sous Chef Michael Wallace, who has been appointed the Chef de Cuisine of the pop-up, Patch reported.
Menu highlights include a Classic Caesar Salad and Steak Tartare, both prepared table-side, Fruitwood Smoked Kielbasa, Black Angus Chop Steak, Root Vegetable Pot Pie, Braised Beef Short Rib “Wellington,” Broiled Alaskan King Crab Legs and a Seven-Layer Coconut Cake. Guests can also expect a hearty selection of daily specials influenced by The French Laundry Culinary Garden, Patch reported.
With The French Laundry closed for a complete renovation of the kitchen, Ad Lib at The Royal Oak allows TKRG to retain current employees and sustain many longstanding relationships with purveyors and other partners, Patch reported.
“Our relationships are invaluable—they are the heartbeat of our restaurant group,” said Keller. “It is vital that we remain committed to doing our part during the renovation.”
Ad Lib offers a simple wine list of domestic and select old world labels, as well as a full bar. A private dining room will accommodate up to fourteen guests for lunch or dinner. Complimentary valet parking will also be available, Patch reported.
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