Frantoio Restaurant: a modern and spacious design reminiscent of a Tuscan villa

Medieval Ugnana - Contemporary Mill Valley

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From November 1, 2007 through mid December we will be crushing olives utilizing the traditional stone crushing method. Come in and enjoy watching the entire olive oil making process while enjoying an authentic contemporary Italian meal. For your tasting pleasure, we will be serving fresh olive oil, straight from the press to your table. You can also pick up a fresh bottle of our Proprietor Select Extra Virgin Olive Oil, sold only at our restaurant. Online ordering available.

From the archetypal tower to the Florentine stucco wall, Frantoio is a rendition of classical Tuscan design by modernist architect Cass Calder Smith.

Commissioned by owners Christine and Roberto Zecca, Smith went to their Ugnana estate in Chianti, Italy, to translate the medieval surroundings into present day.

Space and light are combined to create a comfortable and elegant surrounding where patrons can dine while overlooking the impressive granite olive crusher and press. The dining room accommodates 150 people and features raised booths and banquettes.

The roomy lounge-bar area furnished with iron chairs and maple tables convoys to the private patio area. Perfect for the abundant California sunshine and those rare Mill Valley warm evenings this al fresco dining features olive trees, water fountain, stucco walls, wood umbrellas, gas heaters and Italian outdoor furniture. The "terrace" can hold up to 50 people.

Two massive sliding glass doors lead the way from the main dining room into the private "Olive Room". Ideal for private functions such as weddings or rehearsal dinners, meetings  or celebrations the room can hold up to 50 people.

The superb settings and relaxed ambience of Frantoio are an inspiration for our staff in providing local and visiting patrons alike with an outstanding dining experience. We hope to see you here soon, we will be glad to give you a personal "real" tour.

152 SHORELINE HWY. MILL VALLEY, CALIFORNIA 94941 TEL. 415-289 5777

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