Lou Lou Owner Matthews to Turn NAPA into Osteria Italian Seafood

Jared Fox Matthews, owner of the Fox Den, Lou Lou Food + Drink and Equus & Jack’s Lounge, is taking the reigns at NAPA (aka NAPA River Grill).  

The NAPA name will remain for a few weeks while executing a new plan and initiating a change to remake the restaurant into Osteria Italian Seafood. Matthews said the plan is to mix all the things people love about Napa with the new seafood concept, per an announcement.

Dishes at Osteria will be light, fresh, creative and, as the name suggests, Italian-inspired. From Cioppino (Seafood Stew), Lobster & Shrimp Fregola, Bucatini with Clams and Garlic, to White Clam Pizzas and Local Brewery Against the Grain’s IPA-infused mussels, the menu offers much comfort food. Happy Hours. food specials and special events will be part of the new concept.

"I love meeting staff who display much passion and love for their restaurant, commitment to customer satisfaction and attention to detail,” Matthews said. “NAPA has several employees that have been employed for over a decade and are excited about the new vision of the restaurant. I couldn’t be more excited to have Chef Seth Butkus stay on board with us; his background is Italian and seafood, so this couldn't have been a better match. I very much look forward to bringing our new concept mixed with all the things you love about Napa to Westport Village."

“Having NAPA in our portfolio for the last 3 years was a real honor,” added Don Robinson, President/CEO of Craft Culture Concepts, former NAPA owner. “From the incredible team that stuck with us and NAPA for all of these years to the amazing guests that have supported the brand, it has been wonderful for our team.

“Jared Fox Mathews and his restaurant group have commitment and the caliber to take the reins of NAPA moving forward. Jared will do incredible things and will certainly take care of the team that has been in place for several years. This changing of the guard will allow us to focus on growing the Parlour brand as we get ready to franchise across the country. I can't wait to continue visiting this location as a guest and support Jared and his team.”