Napa

Napa is in the state of California 50 miles north of San Francisco in the southern end of scenic Napa Valley.

Islam in Napa

The Napa American Muslim Society is a Mu'sallah and gathering hub for a vibrant and diverse community that includes native Muslims and immigrants, among others. The Napa mosque is the sole Islamic place of worship in the city, located within a warehouse space in an office complex that houses a small congregation.

Spanning 800 square feet, the mosque features a main musullah (prayer hall) and a separate sister's musallah. Weekly Jummah (Friday) prayers take place here.

Between March and November, the Khutbah (sermon) commences at 1:30 p.m. and concludes with the congregational prayer at 1:55 p.m. From November to March, the Khutbah begins at 1 p.m. and wraps up with the congregational prayer at 1:25 p.m. The Islamic Center of Napa also hosts Eid prayers, Taraweeh prayers, Iftaars, and various special Islamic events and celebrations.

Travel as a Muslim to Napa

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Napa

• San Francisco International Airport (IATA Code: SFO), +1 650-821-8211.
• Oakland International Airport (IATA Code: OAK), +1 510-563-3300.
• Sacramento International Airport (IATA Code: SMF), +1 916-929-5411.

• Napa County Airport - 2030 Airport Rd Phone +1 707-253-4300 No scheduled service. Useful for private planes.

By car

From San Francisco:

Highway 101 North over the Golden Gate Bridge (toll), to Highway 37.

Highway 37 East towards Vallejo/Napa, to Highway 121.

Highway 121 North towards Napa to Highway 29 North to Napa.

From San Francisco or East Bay:

Interstate 80 East Over Carquinez Bridge (toll), to Highway 37.

Highway 37 East towards Vallejo/Napa, to Highway 121.

Highway 121 North towards Napa to Highway 29 North to Napa.

From Sacramento and points east:

Interstate 80 West to Highway 12 West.

Highway 12 West/Jamison Canyon Road toward Napa to Highway 29 North to Napa.

Travel on a Bus in Napa

• Evans Transportation operates scheduled shuttles ($29, 90 minutes) between San Francisco and Oakland airports and Vallejo and Napa hotels.
• Napa Valley Transit operates several buses, called the VINE from neighboring cities.

Book a Halal Cruise or Boat Tour in Napa

San Francisco Bay Ferry ($13 each way, 60 minutes) operates between San Francisco and Vallejo. From the Vallejo ferry terminal, you can take VINE Bus #10 to Napa.

How to get around in Napa

Travel on a Bus in Napa

• The Vine Public bus service with several routes in Napa County

What to see in Napa

• Napa Firefighters Museum 1201 Main St Phone +1 707 259-0609 Opening Hours: W-Su 11AM Monday - 4PM (call first) Free

• Labyrinth at the Methodist Church 625 Randolph St at Fifth Street Phone +1 707 253-1411 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 11AM Monday - 2PM Cool replica of the labyrinth in Chartres Cathedral. Walking the labyrinth is considered a sacred act. Donation.

• Quent Cordair Fine Art - 1301 First St Phone +1 707 255-2242 +1-866-267-3247 Opening Hours: 11AM - 5PM The gallery features uplifting and inspirational paintings, sculptures and drawings of the contemporary Romantic Realism style.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Napa

• Napa Valley Symphony 860 Kaiser Rd Phone +1 707-226-6872 Performs classical and pops repertoire (guests have included Neil Sedaka, Wynona, Glenn Campbell and Johnny Mathis). Performances are at the Lincoln Theater of Yountville.

• Napa Valley Opera House - 1030 Main St 38.299722, -122.284444 Phone +1 707-226-7372 +1 707-226-5392 - Napa Valley Opera House Napa Opera House, 1018-1030 Main St., Napa, CA 9-5-2010 2-32-51 PM Not just opera.

Take a Hiking Tour in Napa

• Westwood Hills Park - Browns Valley Road and Laurel St Phone +1 707-257-9529 Nice views of the valley from this park's trails. Children's nature library.

Bike tours

• Napa Valley Bike Tours - 6795 Washington St., Bldg. B inside Washington Square Plaza +1-800-707-2453 Opening Hours: Daily 8:30AM Monday - 5PM Offering guided bike tours visiting local wineries, bike rentals and multi-day bicycling vacation packages. Also offering kayaking tours.

Balloon & helicopter rides

• Napa Valley Balloons -north of Yountville $215/person

• Aerostat Adventures - 603 California St Phone +1 707-433-3777 +1-800-579-0183 +1 707-258-8889 - Hot air ballooning.

Golf

• Napa Golf Course at Kennedy Park - 2295 Streblow Dr Phone +1 707-255-4333 Eighteen-hole, par 72 course.

• Chardonnay Golf Club - 2555 Jamieson Canyon Rd +1-800-788-0136 Hwy 12. Eighteen-hole Championship golf club. Par 72, 6,919 yards.

• Silverado Resort - North and South Courses - 1600 Atlas Peak Rd Phone +1 707-257-5586 +1-800-362-4727 Two Robert Trent Jones, Jr. courses.

• Eagle Vines Golf Club - 580 South Kelly Rd Phone +1 707-257-4470 Eighteen hole, par 72, 7,283 yards.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Napa

• Napa Premium Outlets - off Highway 29

Halal Restaurants in Napa

Napa Valley, California is famous for its picturesque landscape, however, finding halal food options in Napa can be a bit of a challenge. The good news is that there are a few great halal restaurants within driving distance, allowing you to enjoy delicious and authentic halal meals while visiting this beautiful region.

Dave's Hot Chicken in Santa Rosa

Located just an hour's drive north of Napa Valley in Santa Rosa, Dave's Hot Chicken offers mouthwatering halal Nashville-style hot chicken. This fast-casual restaurant has quickly gained a reputation for serving some of the best fried chicken in the area. The menu features a range of spice levels, from "no spice" to the "reaper" level, catering to both the faint of heart and the spice enthusiasts.

Dave's Hot Chicken uses fresh, high-quality ingredients, and all their chicken is hand-breaded and cooked to order. They also offer a variety of sides, such as mac 'n cheese, kale slaw, and crinkle-cut fries. Their simple yet satisfying menu guarantees a finger-licking good meal for everyone.

Q's Halal Mediterranean Comfort in Vallejo

Q's Halal Mediterranean Comfort, located approximately 30 minutes south of Napa Valley in Vallejo, serves a wide array of halal Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes. This family-owned restaurant is known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, as well as its delicious, high-quality food.

The menu at Q's Halal Mediterranean Comfort offers an extensive selection of dishes, including favorites like shawarma, kebabs, and falafel. They also serve a variety of Mediterranean salads, soups, and vegetarian options, ensuring that there is something for everyone. Don't forget to try their freshly baked pita bread and creamy, flavorful hummus.

Naan Stop Kabob in Hercules

Naan Stop Kabob, situated in Hercules, is a hidden gem that offers a delightful fusion of Pakistani and Indian cuisine. Just a 45-minute drive southwest from Napa Valley, this halal restaurant is well worth the trip.

Specializing in succulent kabobs and flavorful curries, Naan Stop Kabob ensures that every dish is cooked to perfection. Their menu includes a range of options such as beef, chicken, and lamb kabobs, as well as vegetarian dishes like paneer tikka and vegetable biryani. Of course, no meal would be complete without their signature naan bread, which is freshly made in-house and perfect for dipping in their various sauces.

While Napa Valley may have limited halal food options, the surrounding areas offer a variety of delicious and satisfying choices. The next time you find yourself in the region, make sure to check out Dave's Hot Chicken in Santa Rosa, Q's Halal Mediterranean Comfort in Vallejo, and Naan Stop Kabob in Hercules.

Please check under Islam in Napa for the local mosque.

Muslim Friendly Hotels in Napa

Napa includes many bed and breakfasts, which include breakfast and more home-like, romantic atmospheres than regular hotels, but these establishments have strict cancellation policies and most require non-refundable deposits of 50-100% of the room cost at the time of booking and multiple-night stays on the weekends.

• Napa Discovery Inn - Napa Hotel - 500 Silverado Trail - Downtown Phone +1 707-253-0892 Check-in: 11AM / Check-out: 3PM $125 Individual cabin style rooms.

• Napa Valley Hotel and Suites - 853 Coombs St - Downtown Phone +1 707-226-1871 $110–210 Renovated rooms.

• 1801 First Napa Bed and Breakfast - +1-800-518-0146 $295–425

• Arbor Guest House - 1436 G St - Downtown - $270 Jacuzzis and fireplaces in every room.

• Beazley House Bed and Breakfast Inn - 1910 First St - Downtown +1-800-559-1649
• Carneros Inn - 4048 Sonoma Highway +1-888-400-9000 Carneros has 86 individual cottages, including 10 suites and three restaurants.

• Candlelight Inn - 1045 Easum Dr on the bank of the Napa Creek Phone +1 707-257-3717 $310 Away from the noise. This was the home of the Napa postmaster. Jacuzzis and fireplaces in every room.

• Churchill Manor Bed and Breakfast - 485 Brown St Phone +707 253-7733 +1-800-799-7733 Check-in: 3PM / Check-out: 11AM $165 - $345 Victorian Bed and Breakfast Mansion set on a 1-acre estate. Breakfast, Wi-Fi & afternoon wine social included.

• Embassy Suites Napa Valley - 1075 California Blvd 38.30049, -122.30130 Phone +1 707-253-9540 $170–250 Three-story Mediterranean-style full service hotel featuring a millpond and park-like atmosphere. Complimentary cooked to order breakfast and evening beverage reception. One indoor and outdoor swimming pool, complimentary passes to nearby health club, on-site spa services and sundeck. Meeting space for 10-200 people. Restaurant, Lounge and Business Center.

• Hawthorn Inn & Suites - 314 Soscol Ave Phone +1 707-226-1878 A swimming pool, free Wi-Fi.

• Inn on First - 1938 First St +1-866-253-1331 $220–330 Bed and Breakfast in downtown Napa. It has elegant rooms, a long list of amenities, food, scenery and hospitality. Jacuzzis and fireplaces in every room. No TVs in the house.

• Marriott Napa Valley Hotel & Spa - 3425 Solano AveJust off Highway 29, 1.8 miles from downtown Phone +1 707-253-8600 $300–400 Modern business hotel.

• Meritage Resort and Spa - 875 Bordeaux Way - 7 miles south of downtown, just off Highway 29 and Soscal Ferry Road Phone +1 707-251-1900 Check-in: 4PM / Check-out: 11AM $185-465, Cheaper rates are for non-refundable advanced purchases Has spa in a wine cave, a private wedding chapel and meeting space.

• Napa Inn - 1137 Warren St Downtown +1-800-435-1144 $180–270

• Vino Bello Resort - 7 miles south of downtown Phone +1 707-251-1900 $178–410 Has 64 studio, one bedroom or two bedroom condominium-style suites.

• White House Inn and Spa - 443 Brown St On the river, at the edge of the downtown area Phone +1 707-254-9301 $340 A luxury hotel with spacious suites, a private cottage, spa service, pool, hot tub, gourmet breakfast and wine tasting packages. Weddings, parties and reunions are available at the property.

• Poetry Inn - 6380 Silverado Trl $775–1400 Only 3 rooms available.

• Silverado Resort - 1600 Atlas Peak Rd Phone +1 707-257-0200 +1 707-257-2867

Explore more Halal Friendly Destinations from Napa

• Napa Valley includes several other small similar towns including Sonoma and Vallejo which has at least 1 Halal restaurant.
• San Francisco is 90 minutes away.

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