f you're searching for an unforgettable dining experience, look just beyond your balcony. Attached to the Inn is the valley's hottest new restaurant, La Toque, rated among the top 20 restaurants in America by Wine Spectator (March 31, 2000).

Step through the restaurant's hand-crafted oaken door and you'll discover that the romantic themes of Rancho Caymus are carried through in the La Toque dining room — stained glass, spacious beamed ceilings and attention to detail.

La Toque chef, Ken Frank, describes the restaurant as "innovative French cuisine with a California twist."

Frank developed his style of "California Cuisine" emphasizing and showcasing local farm-fresh vegetables and ingredients some two decades ago at the original La Toque in West Hollywood. True to his California roots, Frank's menus always include intriguing vegetarian options for each course.

The restaurant features an ever-changing prix fixe dinner menu of modern innovative French cuisine, combining Frank's popular signature dishes and new creations which highlight seafood and fresh local produce.

La Toque is open for dinner only — including outdoor patio service in season — Wednesday through Sunday with two seatings at 5:30 & 8:30pm. Call 707/963-9770 for reservations. For further information about La Toque, Chef Ken Frank, sample menus, wine philosophy, and more see the restaurant's website: www.latoque.com.