Elements Restaurant

CHECK YOUR BILL!!. I recently dined at Elyse in San Jose and wanted to share a mixed experience…read more First, the positives -- the food was genuinely very good. The dishes were well-prepared, flavorful, and thoughtfully presented. The overall ambiance was also enjoyable, making it a nice spot for a dinner out. Unfortunately, the experience took a concerning turn at the end of the meal. Our bill came out to $86.42, and I handed my credit card to the waiter. Within seconds (thanks to my card alerts), I received a notification that $103.92 had been charged. When the waiter returned with the receipt, there was no mention of any discrepancy. After waiting a few minutes to see if it would be addressed, I brought it up myself. The waiter appeared flustered and then claimed he had accidentally charged me for someone else's food. That explanation didn't align with the itemized bill I was given, which made the situation feel questionable. He assured me that it would be corrected and that I should see the adjustment in a few days, which I'll be watching closely. Mistakes can happen, but the lack of transparency and the fact that it wasn't proactively disclosed is what left a bad impression. Being overcharged without explanation -- and having to catch it myself -- is not something I expect when dining out. I'd consider coming back for the food, but I'd definitely be more cautious when it comes to the bill.

Final Thoughts: 2.50/5…read more My girlies and I went here for a simple dinner and to try it out. Very Asian fusion, specifically French-Vietnamese. Seems fine-ish dining vibes with the dim lights and modern interior that they have. While the whole experience itself was quite nice, the food is not the best and perhaps should still be in the works. It leans so much on trying to be Asian fusion, but the execution isn't there yet for me. Will push the 3 star today given the overall experience we had. Food: Prime Rib Phở (NO MSG): 3.0/5 This was the entrée that we shared. They give around 3 to 5 pieces of meat, which isn't the most ideal thing to see. The meat is tender though, so that's a plus. Given the cut of it, I really wouldn't expect anything less of this though. Speaking of see though, the presentation lacks a lot for me. There wasn't too much color in the bowl. Really just broth, the noodles, and the meat placed on top. Essentially that's all it is, but there's no pop of anything to it. The flavor of the broth is quite good though. It's a lighter, but deep flavor. Will attribute this to some kind of bone meat that they used versus loading it with MSG. The noodles were overcooked and more on the soft side for me. Not much of a bite overall. Grilled Pork Spring Rolls: 1.5/5 This was really underwhelming for me. The grilled pork was nothing extravagant. Crispy eggroll wrapper roll inside was stale. Lacking in body and shape. Each of the rolls were really small and thin and lacking a lot of the filling. Usually I find that other places will overstuff it with vermicelli and vegetables because those are the more inexpensive ingredients in the roll. Here, the proportions were balanced in a sense, but lacking in size. Their sauce is what gets me. I can understand the experimentation, but I do prefer the typical sauce that is used. Perhaps doing a variation of this sauce may be better versus changing it to a completely different sauce. This sauce was a spicy kaffir lime leaf sauce and the tartness and sour flavor just overwhelmed the whole dish, so it became less appetizing for me. Belgian Fries: 3.5/5 These were honestly my favorite item here. Umm...I can't say they're anything extravagant. They were super crispy and the right size for me. Some potato without being too starchy on the inside. The sauce is a truffle aioli and that was truly the star of the show. Most of the rating will be regarding the dipping sauce. It was very rich and the flavors were very balanced. The combination of the truffle with the garlic flavor contributes really well to the dish. Honestly comparable to Cajun fries. Shrimp Mango Ceviche: 2.0/5 Fourth item was also not my favorite at all. The curing sauce was just so tart and sour that it took so much away from the dish itself. Aesthetic wise, was very underwhelming. In my opinion, this would have looked better served inside of a rounder bowl?? versus a shallow plate. The plate just makes it look half eaten given the serving size. The chips were just chips, so nothing extravagant. Balance of shrimp to vegetables appears appropriate though. --------- Quality: Fresh The food items did come out hot. The fries were crispy. They claim their pho broth takes hours to make and I can only take their word from that. Waiters and waitresses seem genuine, so I shall trust them on that. Food appears to be fresh, so no concerns here. Price: Quite steep; $$$ The prices here are quite steep. With what I was served, the prices seem to lean more on the expensive side. I can understand that some ingredients are more pretentious, but I really can't say I would pay this much for what was served. Range is around $8 to $16 for smaller dishes and $20 to $40 for the entrees. Service: Amazing; A+ The service that we were provided today was amazing. The waitress and waiters are very nice and super attentive. They checked on us a few times after all the foods came out and refilled our waters as needed. When we were deciding what foods to order, they were also really patient in going through some of the food choices with us. Ambiance: Fine dining vibes The space really isn't that big and there are really only a few tables inside. The space is big and the ceilings are high, which again, leads me to feel that this place has the fine dining vibes. Interior is quite dim lit and has this calming and warm vibe to it. Location/Parking: Downtown Area/Parking Downtown San Jose is probably all I need to say for people to understand what I mean. IFKYK kind of a deal. I can't say the location is in a bad place per se because it is around this line of other restaurants and stores. The parking is terrible though and perhaps you will find yourself paring at the parking structures for a more affordable cost or a closer one for a more expensive price. The parking lot I chose is free for the first 90 minutes and then they start charging. For one of the closest parking lots, my friend paid $20+ for her ticket.

Seared Salmon on a bed of risotto

Ribeye steak

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Shady Scheme

La Foret

My partner and I decided to eat at this restaurant for our anniversary! This is a breakdown of the…read morefood we ate and our experience. Seating - We were seated right by the window that views over the creek. We had the corner table and it was perfect. I think it was the best seat in the section we were at! Bread and Butter starter - You can't go wrong with bread and butter. Contains sourdough and white. - Initial basket was cold. Our second basket was warm and toasted. Ahi Tuna as Appetizer - It is seared on the outside and raw on the inside. Very tasty. The sauce that was paired with it is savory and had a slightly pungent taste due to the horseradish. It was the perfect balance. Tortellini - The sauce is creamy and rich but it is also tangy. I felt the tanginess was too overpowering for my preference. Rib eye - This was my partners meal and he ordered it rare. I was given 2 bites LOL. It came out tender and perfectly seasoned. Easy to chew and was very delicious. Service - It was great! Our server Alondra was very sweet and friendly. We felt welcomed and she made our experience memorable. Gifts - We received pens! - We also received a complimentary dessert for our anniversary.

Such a fantastic experience at La Foret. The drive up was beautiful and peaceful, a perfect set up…read morefor the atmosphere of La Foret. From the moment we walked in I felt a sense of ease. Our server Alan was the absolute best from his demeanor to his suggestions from the menu to his causal banter...he truly made the experience so much more pleasant. Now the food: top tier quality and what surprised me was the game meat being offered. Portions were fairly large, I couldn't finish but if you're truly ravished I'm sure it's perfect. Wine pairings were another note to sing praise for, I mean, in general, this eatery is next to perfect.

Rack of Lamp was delicious!!

Veal chop was out of this world!! Best I've ever had!

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Grand Marnier Souffle

Le Papillon

4.2(1.3k reviews)

9.2 mi•West San Jose

•$$$$

One of the best sea bass, seafood taretare, eggplant, veal you'll ever have. Great service…read more Reasonable pricing for the quality. Loved the palate cleansers and amuse bouche. Just wish they had more wine by the glass. Dessert is not their forte. I'd just do the 3 course next time. So worth it!

Dined here recently in June 2026 with my teenage son. We've wanted to eat here for some time…read more We understand it's a little more old school and knew exactly what we were getting into. Service was professional and our server was quite nice. I love the dining room and artwork. The best things we had were an amuse bouche of smoked trout roe and miso panna cotta, first course crab soufflé, asparagus salad and the dessert black sesame pudding. These were all done very well. Everything else was just okay to me - tomato soup, beef filet and sea bass (fish itself was nice). I could go on and explain each in detail what I didn't care for, but I will keep it brief. I would likely not come back - however, I am definitely glad we came here and tried it out after all the years of wanting to dine here, it was an enjoyable experience.

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Grilled Rack of Lamb with Pomegranate Jus and Yam Timbale

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Amuse Bouche

Goodtime Bar

4.7(250 reviews)

8.2 mi•Downtown

I came for the food, not the drink…read more It's surprising to find good and creative food at a wine bar. Definitely recommend to try them out. Space is very small with limited seating. It's a bar so wait line can be long if you come at peak time

What a good time at the Goodtime Bar! Came on a Tuesday after work around 6:30 for dinner with some…read morecoworkers and it was still pretty empty. They're a natural wine bar so of course we got some natural wine. I went with what the bartender suggested - orange wine which paired well with the rigatoni. Apps were yummy, I could eat 4-5 of their deviled eggs. Moules frites were a hit too, the sauce was delicious and would highly recommend dipping the fries in the sauce. I got the corn rigatoni which was heavy but also delicious. Crème bruleee was good but really wanted to try the panna cotta and they were out. Around 7:30, the place started getting packed and the music was getting progressively louder. Would be back but probably earlier in the day! Service was fast.

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Pork Belly w/ caramelized oyster sauce, peach salsa, ngo gai, jimmy nardellos ($24)

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A rich sparkling white that's not too dry

Left Bank Brasserie - Santana Row

3.3(3k reviews)

8.4 mi•West San Jose

IMHO My friends and…read moreI came to Left Bank for a celebratory birthday lunch. We chose a comfy booth inside the restaurant after realizing it was just a tad too warm to sit outside. (However, people watching is so much fun when sitting outside!) Cosme was our fabulous server who shared the daily specials with us. I asked him which I should choose, the Ahi Tuna BLT, $26, or the Nicoise Salad, $31. He recommended the BLT! Two friends decided to share the Wester Ross Scottish Salmon, $36, and our other friend ordered her favorite Nicoise salad, $31. My Ahi Tuna BLT was a sight to behold! This sourdough sandwich was crunchy on the outside and multi-layered with sliced ahi tuna, bacon, avocado, tomato, butter lettuce and a horseradish aioli, on the inside, and served with a side of thin and crispy French fries! The portion size was so big that I could only eat half the sandwich! I really like bang-for-my-buck, and I definitely got it with this entree! The fries were perfection, salty and crispy! My friend who always ordered the Nicoise salad when she dines here, totally cleaned her plate. This salad was another showstopper. It was almost too pretty to eat! The two friends who shared the salmon entree were not as impressed. They both thought the salmon was a tad dry when Cosme explained it should be served medium. One friend thought the cauliflower puree base helped to compensate a little for the dryness of the salmon, but the other friend chose to share her displeasure with Cosme, who apologized, then relayed the message to the chef. Shortly after, Cosme offered to have another salmon cooked, which my friends agreed to. Then Left Bank's general manager, Jessica, came over to ask how we were enjoying our meal. Jessica kindly heard their comments regarding the salmon (and the price for a small serving...no bang-for-your-buck with the salmon...) and offered to have another salmon served up for them. (We told her that Cosme had already arranged for that.) She assured she would inspect the next serving before it was presented. It came out looking even more beautiful and enticing then the first plating, and happily the cook and texture was perfect the second time around! I was surprised with a birthday plate of ice cream decorated with raspberries, a chocolate leaf, and yummy crushed wafers, compliments of Jessica. Thank you, Jessica, Cosme, and your staff for your epic customer service. We will definitely return again soon! I also used my InKind app to pay for my meal. I was able to redeem my InKind reward to pay a portion of my lunch!

I previously gave Left Bank 2 stars years ago, and since it had been such a long time, I decided to…read moregive it another chance. Unfortunately, this visit didn't change my opinion. I'm giving it 2 stars because there wasn't much of a wait when we visited on a Sunday during the World Cup, and the drinks were actually pretty decent. Those were easily the highlights of the experience. The service, however, was lacking. Our server rarely checked on us, and it often felt like we had been forgotten. We ordered three appetizers, but only two ever made it to the table. The two that arrived were honestly disappointing and not something I would order again. The third appetizer never came out at all, and by the time we realized it had been forgotten, we were so over the experience that we decided to leave and find somewhere else to eat. It's disappointing because I really wanted to like it this time around. The location is great, the atmosphere is pleasant, and I was hoping my experience would be different after all these years. Sadly, the food and service still didn't live up to expectations. Maybe others have had better luck, but after giving Left Bank another shot years later, I'm still left feeling underwhelmed.

Tarte Lyonnaise (bacon, onion, cheese)

Bouillabaisse (fish stew)

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Black Sheep Brasserie

3.8(782 reviews)

6.3 mi•Willow Glen

Big space & good service. Food was also pretty good. -…read moredrinks: our drinks were good, not amazing. - tuna tar tar: good, pretty standard or rather basic. - gnocchi: great favor with truffle nose. Alton much sauce for my liking but enjoyed it. Gnocchi was soft & yummy. - Brussels sprouts: very flavorful. Came in a watery sauce which made me skeptical first but really enjoyed it. - shrimps with garlic sauce: shrimps were cooked well & sauce was good. Overall it was fine.

I wanted to love this place because it's close to my home and I love supporting local…read moreestablishments. Went here for a date with my wife and the server, Lexus, was great. All the staff we met were really good. So, goes without saying I feel bad leaving this review, but I rely on Yelp for recommendations, so I have to. The food was genuinely bad. We ordered French onion soup which arrived lukewarm. The croutons inside were hard. Not crunchy, just stale tasting and hard. I took one bite and realized the cheese on top was actually cold and not melted either. I went back in for onions but got another rock hard cruton. Set it aside to be sent back. The Brussel sprouts were good. No complaints. Steak tartare was bathed in some sort of ketchup-tasting sauce that completely overpowered the other flavors. We ate most of it because we were hungry but I wouldn't recommend it. We ended up canceling our entrees and left. The manager was apologetic and again- I genuinely feel terrible leaving this review. That said, there are so many really good places nearby that it would be unfair for me to sweep this awful food experience under the rug.

Crispy Skin Salmon ($37)

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Passionfruit Panna Cotta ($14)

Chez Philippe

4.2(264 reviews)

6.7 mi

Everything we've had during the 4 times we've been here has been prepared very well, seasoned just…read moreright and service has been excellent! Definitely make reservations in advance. We love sitting at the front of the restaurant, near the windows, it's a perfect space for parties of two. Their food portions are a good size - no tiny amounts that some may expect for French food. We've had their escargot, goat cheese salad, beef bourguignon, duck cassoulet, duck confit, flap steak, tarte tatin and they are all absolutely delightful and just mouthwatering! It's not a place we'd be able to go often on a monthly basis as it's slightly on the pricey side and a bit inconvenient for us to drive to - but this place is known for quality and truly worth returning to. 100% THE best French restaurant that I'd ever been to in the SF Bay Area and I highly recommend this spot when you're in the mood for authentic French cuisine: you will not be disappointed.

This is the cutest French bistro located in downtown Los Gatos. We came here for Father's Day. It's…read morecross between classy and casual, with some weird touches inside like a large flat screen TV, a fake flower wall, and a piano. It's got a large outdoor patio and plenty of indoor seating. The French Bread & Butter served to start is great. We split a bottle of Chardonnay ($38), a pate starter ($19), Cassoulet ($49), Mussels & Fries ($29), and French Onion Soup ($19). The standouts for me were the housemade pate and French Onion Soup. So good! The food is definitely on the pricey side. The staff were so nice. I loved how they served the wine chilled.

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French Onion Soup

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French Onion Soup

Épernay Bistro

4.3(202 reviews)

6.5 mi

I had bookmarked Épernay Bistro for a while, and finally came here for dinner with my husband on…read moreWednesday. We came here a couple of times when it was still Billy's Boston Chowder House. The brick walls and blackboards looked familiar. There's still a long table in the middle. With the new chairs and tablecloths, the place looked more classy than before. The floating shelves at the top of the walls were all lined with wine bottles. There're some gigantic bottles towards the back as well. It's quite a nice place to have a quiet, intimate dinner with the causal, yet upscale vibe. There're about eight tables (1-2 persons@) while we're there, and service was attentive, despite having only one server. For the $80 dinner for 2 special, we got to pick one item from each of the first two selections to share, two entrees, and one beignet each. We also added a beet salad to share, and my husband had the wine pairing. For our first course, the two baked oysters were cheesy and rich. It would be better if they were bigger, though. Our second course, the caramelized onion soup was perfectly prepared, one of the best I had ever had. The beet salad was refreshing, and the dressing was so tasty that it made arugula tasted good. I had the sole as my entree; it was cooked well, light and delicious. I took a bite of my husband's slow braised short ribs; it was tender and flavorful. The beignets were delightful, and paired really well with the dark chocolate and salted caramel sauce. I really appreciated that all their hot dishes came out really hot. Overall, it was a really enjoyable dinner. Would be back to have the onion soup again and try other items on the menu.

This used to be one of my wife's and my favorite places--a charming French bistro with great food…read moreand an atmosphere that always made us feel welcome. Unfortunately, our most recent visit completely changed that. We had reservations for a Saturday evening and were seated promptly. That's where the positive experience ended. After being seated, we waited 20 minutes without a single acknowledgment from staff--no greeting, no water, nothing. Meanwhile, other parties who arrived after us were attended to right away, which made the situation even more frustrating. After more than 30 minutes of being completely ignored, we decided to leave. It was honestly one of the most uncomfortable and disappointing dining experiences we've had. As strong supporters of local restaurants, this was especially disheartening given how much we used to enjoy coming here. Sadly, this experience has permanently changed how we feel about this place, and we won't be returning. I hope the staff takes this as a reminder that every customer deserves the same level of attention and respect.

Cassoulet Avec Confit de Canard maple leaf duck leg, white navy beans, bacon, arugula salad, pickled onions, breadcrumbs

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Duck confit

Naschmarkt - Campbell

4.5(1.6k reviews)

6.4 mi

I've been trying to make it to this restaurant for over a year. Everything was top-notch, from the…read morefood to the service. Sal was our server--friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. I ordered the chicken paprikash with spätzle, and yum. The spätzle was cooked al dente and paired well with the dish. My mom ordered the salmon, which was seared nicely & still flaky and moist inside. We also tried the sausage trio & the sauerkraut, it was nice. But the real surprise, was the warm dill potatoes. Omg! They were flavorful and def. one of my favorite things we ordered. They were unfortunately out of the goulash when we went, but, that just gives me another reason to come back.

What a fantastic meal, I wish I had come here so much sooner! Everything from the food and drinks…read moreto the ambiance and service created such a great dining experience, I can't wait to come back. Three of us came here for dinner and we opted to share a few starters and entrees. We ordered the Meatball Spatzle, Goat cheese Purse Salad, Double cooked Pork belly, and classic wiener schnitzel. And then we finished off with the Strudel for dessert. Everything was great and we'd definitely order any of it again. There were so many delicious sounding things on the menu though, that I think I'll have to try new stuff next time, just to try more of it! The portions were really good, especially the Spatzle, and all of that was plenty of food for the three of us. I wanted to be able to eat more, but sadly I was getting too full. We ordered a variety of cocktails and wine, our server was very generous in letting us try the different drinks before ordering. I ended getting a glass each of an Austrian and German wine, and loved both. Cocktails were also thoroughly enjoyed by those that had them.

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Spicy Paprikawurst (part of the three-course Valentine's Day Prefix $95/per)

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Pan-Seared Scallops (part of the three-course Valentine's Day Prefix $95/per)

Plumed Horse

3.9(1.5k reviews)

9.8 mi

•$$$$

Plumed Horse delivers an exceptional fine dining experience from start to finish. Every dish was…read morebeautifully plated and showcased outstanding craftsmanship, premium ingredients, and incredible attention to detail. Each course was creative, balanced, and full of flavor, making the tasting experience both memorable and exciting. The service was impeccable--professional, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The staff made us feel well taken care of throughout the evening, and the pacing of each course was perfect. The elegant dining room and serene setting create a sophisticated yet comfortable atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for anniversaries, celebrations, or a memorable date night. While it's definitely a splurge, the quality of the food, service, and overall experience make it well worth it. I look forward to returning for another unforgettable meal.

Dude this was actually one of the biggest scams I've ever willingly participated in My best friend…read moreand I did the 8-course seasonal chef menu and I genuinely don't know what was going on back there. Almost everything was painfully mid, EXCEPT the Parmesan soufflé with caviar. That shit was DIVINE. She did nothing wrong and I will not be including her in this slander. Now onto the rest. We paid $825 for two people with two drinks each, and for that price I was expecting to be treated like a minor member of the royal family. Instead, the service was genuinely mid. I've done multiple Michelin dining experiences before and I have NEVER had crumbs sitting on the table for basically the entire THREE HOUR meal Like babe at this price point I shouldn't even be aware that crumbs exist. The pacing was also insane. We were constantly sitting around waiting for the next course, and at one point waited almost 40 minutes. FORTY. I had enough time to reflect on my life, my financial decisions, and why I chose to spend $825 on this experience. And just to really put a bow on the evening, I came home feeling literally nauseous and was gifted a long, intimate night with my toilet. So not only did I get robbed, I apparently got an afterparty too. Parmesan soufflé with caviar: 10/10, gorgeous, perfect, no notes. The rest of the experience: I would like my $825 and three hours back.

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Ryan J.

17 years ago

Every time we visit our friends in Almaden Valley, we'd dine at the other restaurant down the road. Unexpectedly, last week we happened to see Elements around the corner of Valiente. As other reviews had mentioned, the location was sort of hidden. After reading the menu, we thought to ourselves, Pourquoi Pas? If the food was not good, we could step to the Bar next door and call it a night. Food: Our party of three had the Halibut (with saffron sauce), Filet Mignon (with black truffle sauce), Tea-smoked Duck (with cranberry sauce), Crab Napoleon and Papaya salad. Our biggest surprise was the quality of all the dishes, compared to the prices and service, Elements deserved an extra star for bringing great quality foods at the most reasonable prices. I was personally pleased to see none of the dishes on the menu with a repeated sauce, everything appeared to be unique and well-thought. The papaya salad, in my opinion, was simply outstanding. I'd had papaya salad many times at other restaurants (mostly Thai), but Elements' version of this salad brought it to a new level, I didn't care too much for the fried prawns, the papaya was just great without them. Service: for the most part, service was good, yet it needed some refinement. Sometimes, service appeared to be "overattentive", I did not like my plate taken away too quickly, nor my water refilled when it was only 1/4 empty. Ambiance: The restaurant's decor was tastefully done, nothing over-the-top, nor too fancy. Although I would categorize Elements as Fine-dinning restaurant, but the prices and friendly service reflects more of a French Bistro. We did not order dessert that night, perhaps on the next visit we will. The desserts on the next table looked amazing though. Overall, our risk was paid off, Elements happened to be quite a find. If we lived close by, we would eat here more often. My fiancée was talking about having our rehearsal dinner at Elements, there is definitely a possibility. read more

Y Y.

18 years ago

Elements is a great restaurant. Not sure how other Yelpers said about the Pad Thai, but I love it there. This restaurant makes amazing Pad Thai, I hope somebody out there would agree with me. Elements is the third restaurant at this location, and so far it is the best. The first one called Umunhum, the food was good but it was very expensive and pretentious, it only lasted for a short time. The second one was called Bistro Almaden, the food was awful, service was bad and rude, glad it was gone. Although Elements is known as Euro-Asian, the menu offers varieties of choices ranging from roasted Rack of Lamb, Tea Duck, Sea Bass with Truffle... to every day comfort food such as Burger or Meat Loaf. We can take our children here and they can still enjoy their simple Chicken Nuggets or Pasta as much as we enjoy our Lobster Bisque or Vietnamese Crab Cakes (Yum). In my opinion, although this restaurant does not seem to fit as an "authentic" Vietnamese restaurant, its Euro-Asian Fusion does work well at this particular location, and not only our picky children love it, our friends and neighbors love it too. FYI: Elements only opens for dinner (Tues-Sat), and sometimes it closes on holidays. So make sure you call to see if it's open. read more

Derick P.

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10 years ago

Great family owned Vietnamese fusion restaurant that delivers all the time. I've been here a few times and the menu changes but it's always always great. The service is impeccable and everyone is very attentive. The rack of lamb was really good as was the filet mignon. The BBQ mussels were really different from anywhere else with the ginger and peanuts. The wonton soup is great as the wontons are good small size to take in as one bite. My business partner and I have eaten here together 3-4 times and although I did not have it he has ordered the meat loaf every time as it was so good. Great parking, great service, and great food and incredible wine list. It's a true gem of Almaden and definitely worth coming here for a nice dinner. read more

Lisa L.

17 years ago

Hello food enthusiast,put this restraunt on the top of the list of places to eat. This is a family run business that takes pride in excellent service and the freshness in fine foods. Eatable Art. What is great about Elements is the food is always fresh and consistent, they will also cater to your dietary needs with in reason. Best creative fish cook in the bay area. Great place to bring a date. Can't get a sitter,there is always something for the kids.Very close to Oak ridge mall.Worth the extra mile,and there prices are very reasonable. Lisa five year guest of Elements.Enjoy read more

Jennifer L.

12 years ago

Great restaurant. It seems like it is family owned but the chefs are professionally trained. Great mix of Vietnamese, French and American food. For me it is like American comfort food done with an French - Asian twist. Presentation is great, and everything I have tried I love. My favorites are the Meatloaf, Beef Stew and Green Papaya salad. Deserts and wine list are fantastic as well. read more

Ron S.

16 years ago

At first impressions, Elements would appear to be a basic "strip mall" restaurant; however, it's far from that. And, if you've never had French and Vietnamese cuisine you will be very pleased. When available, try the Sea Bass but you can never go wrong with their garlic and herb crusted salmon. The food is excellent....the only reason for the 4 stars instead of 5 is the strip mall ambiance. read more

Marge C.

13 years ago

Elements is a fantastic restaurant. The food is always outstanding ~ no matter what you order. My personal favorite is their Ahi. Ahi is my favorite dish to order out. Elements Ahi beats any of the very fancy, elite restaurants in town. Their salads, their desserts are also outstanding. I've never had butternut squash soup better anywhere. The service is great, and the owner a dlight. read more

Ashley A.

13 years ago

Vietnamese+French.... good combination of food. Love this place for nice fusion of Asian food. Lamb chops, served with mashed potatoes-is really awesome. The appetizers are also too delicious. Prices are a bit high but I think it's reasonable. I haven't my particular choice but had something that I didn't like. Overall it is one the best Asian restaurants in this area. read more

Arlene G.

14 years ago

Not sure if this place is worth the price. The dishes are good and all but come on are you serious about the prices. It takes maybe $4 to make a dish here and they triple the price. I guess that's what happens when you are French fusion. Every French restaurant or French fusion place I have been too charge you up the a$$ for mediocre food. The food was pretty bland. read more

Oscar W.

11 years ago

We had the 3-course lunch there last week and it was as good a meal as I've ever had. Dinner or one of the tasting menus would no doubt be even more fantastic. Wonderful service. Nicely paced meal. Out of sight wine list. The halibut entree was probably the best item I've ever eaten. Way above my pay grade so it was probably a once-in-a-lifetime occasion. read more

Kathy M.

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11 years ago

Wow! This is diamond in the rough! So nice to have such a delicious restaurant close to home. I've been here several time and have yet to be disappointed! Everything is delicious. The plate presentation is fabulous and service is great. The serve Asian fusion cuisine and do very good job. I especially enjoy the Vietnamese beef stew on a cold day. read more

Diane B.

16 years ago

This place is fantastic all around. For the food you get, to the decorations, to the friendly staff, this place is a home run. Nestled in a quaint part of almaden in the PW shopping plaza, it even has outside seating with really compliment the atmosphere. The prices are fairly low considering what type of meal you get. 5 STARS read more

Mm M.

5 years ago

I had a hankering for a bowl of soup and I'm on a keto diet which means low to no carbs. I called and ordered a vegetable- tofu - fish soup and I was a little surprised at the price which seemed high -- That is, until I brought it home and started eating it. It was fantastic! Worth every cent! read more

Leila H.

9 years ago

The food here is great but it is a little pricey for what you are getting. I had the Wonton Soup with the Salmon Wellington and it was pretty good. The food is also a little bit Vietnamese Asian fusion so they have some unique selections. Overall not a bad place to dine. read more

Brian V.

11 years ago

Some advantages: local (I think), fresh for you baked desserts and great service. The desserts can be ordered before dinner and come freshly baked. Waitress was great. We wanted to stay close to our hotel this night and the Elements Restaurant fit the bill well. read more

Susan Bob B.

7 years ago

They are back! Food is as good as ever. The decor is a bit stark, but it is hard to beat the cuisine. Service is very good ... like a family, but upscale. Their curries are excellent. I had the duck this time and it was among the best I have had anywhere. read more

john t.

15 years ago

This place is great. The food is aw some and the service is excellent. A bit pricey but well worth it. Kind of a weird location for a restaurant of this quality but very nice inside. read more

Jesse M.

Elite 6

164

199

16 years ago

This place was a great find but really out of the way. The food was good but not great. If I'm in the area I'll definitely stop by but I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here. read more

Harold N.

10 years ago

My wife and I love this place. Everything was wonderful and delicious here!! Love the crusted chicken breast and the Salmon. Service is always friendly and professional. read more

Rodrigo J.

9 years ago

Food is always excellent and the service is top notch. We got the beef wrapped asparagus spears and they were so delicious I wanted that as my main course. read more

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