BarBersQ in Napa,CA

When thinking of Target, an awesome $1 section, festive seasonal decor, and killer dorm room accessories are just a few of the fabulous images that come to mind but usually an upscale deeeelicious barbecue restaurant does not share the same thought space. Unless, of course, you are visiting the Target located at the Bel Aire shopping complex in Napa which shares it's stripmall home with BarBersQ.

Sonoma and Napa are home to arguably some of the best food and dining experiences in the country. You can usually find these places bordering a cute village plaza or dotting a wine trail or wrapped in a resort, but this is the exception. As soon as you walk in the door, you forget that the need for milk and diapers originally brought you in. With interior design by Stephen Brady and a menu by Stephen Barber, it's quite easy to sink into your seat and just enjoy (that's actually a warning to add at least an hour to your shopping trip!!). Described as 'American Heritage Cooking featuring authentic Memphis style barbecue,'the food is always a treat.Today, I shared the Mini Lamb Burgers and Spinach Salad and yum, yum, yum! They also have a great wine and beer list. Weekend and Monday night football take-out specials are offered. The staff is always lovely and patient with Jack's need to throw cornbread on the floor. And at least one of the owners, Gene Tartaglia or Stephen Barber, will usually make his way to your table to chat for a minute before enjoying his own lunch.

So Target or no Target, lunch at BarBersQ is a great idea!

Below is my personal rating system:
1 (I wanted to fight) to 5(Wow, Yay & Yum)  & other important details...
Food: 4
Service: 4
Child friendliness: 3
Best dining time: Lunch (has a decent happy hour scene so post 4pm might be much)
Baby changing station: No
Stroller access: Limited
Restaurant website: http://www.barbersq.com/

 BarBersQ, Napa: This doesn't give the inside justice, but you can see the bar is super cool

 BarBersQ in Napa: Front

BarBersQ in Napa: a crabby Jack and his auntie Erin