Something about once-sleepy Yountville breathes francophilia into folks who spend any amount of time within its boundaries. It could be the copious amounts of wine, or the stretching vineyards, or perhaps it's the existence of so many terrific French bistros and cafes in such a small area. Bouchon, with its sidewalk seating, groovy zinc bar, hand-painted tile floors, and cozy banquettes, is one of those places. Owned by Thomas Keller, head chef at the renowned French Laundry, this brasserie features everything from mussels marinieres to perfectly roasted chicken to classic steak frites and leg of lamb.