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4.4 (89 reviews)
Closed 1:30 pm - 9:00 PM

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Sofia K.

This was a fun choice for a Girls Night Out in one of my favorite downtowns: Mountain View! AMBIANCE: Cute outdoor patio to enjoy a summer night. The interior has a nice minimalist design with a variety of seating (bar vs tables). FOOD: Loved all the dishes we tried! Special points for the Rootstock Flatbread. I would love to come back to try the sandwiches which looked fab and filling. DRINKS: My friends tried the Summer Sips flight and enjoyed all three choices. I had a white wine which was also delicious, light, and easy to digest. SERVICE: This is where we lose a star. Within the 2-3 hours we spent here, both of our waiters clocked out, leaving little to no attention or checking in throughout our dining experience. There was also confusion as each waiter told us different info about what wines were actually available. Lights on our outdoor umbrella weren't turned on until after we had paid the bill (prob 1+ hour after sunset). I would've appreciated more attention for the price.

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Vanessa D.

Absolutely loved this spot! The food was insanely amazing--hands down 5/5. I had the bruschetta (perfectly fresh and flavorful), the pot belly sliders (did not expect ground meat, but it totally worked), and shared a veggie flatbread, which was also delicious. I also tried an olive... and quickly confirmed that olives are still 100% not my thing. But that's on me, not them. Sat outside on a warm late afternoon--gorgeous, but I found myself playing musical chairs with the sun (despite the umbrellas). Pro tip: bring shades or snag a shadier seat if you're going for the patio. I tried a non-alcoholic cabernet for the first time--honestly, it tasted like sour grape juice. Wouldn't recommend that particular option, but I'm definitely coming back to try the real wine next time. All in all: amazing food, chill vibe, and a spot I'll absolutely be returning to.

Sally L.

super cute place for drinking wine. located in downtown mountain view area. theres parking on the street and a parking lot. it was full on a weekday evening! we came for wine tasting. my friend has a membership, which is a good deal so she can bring a +1 each month. i loved the experience. very nice vibes would come back again!

Vinho Verde
Sheila N.

Came to Rootstock for a post-work happy hour; this was a perfect spot with shareable plates , and outdoor seating that was dog friendly. Our server, Ariana, was attentive and gave us great recommendations. Here's what we ordered: - Vinho Verde (Anjos, Portugal): citrusy and slightly fizzy; super refreshing to kick off our evening - Spring Forward wine flight (Seghesio, Vermentino, Russian River; Stag's Leap, Viognier, Napa; Domaine de L'alliance, Sauternes, France): this was a perfect flight for a warm day. I've had the Viognier before so I was excited to have that, but the Vermentino was my favorite. Really bright, slightly sweet, and refreshing. - Tomato & Goat Cheese Bruschetta Crostinis: the flavor was good but the bread was a bit overly dry/toasted. I would have liked a bit more goat cheese too. - Prosciutto Wrapped Dates: these were SO delicious; however the almond on the inside was pretty hard to bite into- proceed with caution! - Monte Sereno Flatbread (goat cheese, prosciutto, pear, onion, arugula, balsamic): I loved the combination of the tart goat cheese, slight sweetness of the pear and balsamic, and the salty kick of the prosciutto. Perfectly cooked! - Seasoned Burrata (w/ olive oil and tomato): simple and tasty; good portion. - Sweet Ponzu Shishito Peppers (w/ garlic and leeks): these really surprised me! The peppers weren't overly spicy, the ponzu was great and I loved that there was a TON of sauce. I also really enjoyed the crispy leeks! Definitely recommend coming to Rootstock, especially on a sunny day, for some great wine and good food! Instagram: @waitingtoeat

Feven E.

Did a fun tasting with my girlfriends and enjoyed the range in bottles. I would've preferred more food options as the menu was a bit more narrow and not diverse but I enjoyed my time here.

Menu as of April 2025
Laura A.

Laid back/ elegant wine bar. We came around 5:30pm for a girls day out on a Saturday and there were plenty of tables to choose from, outside and inside. I can def see them getting really busy especially as the weather warms up. Service was very good, Jean took great care of us and answered any questions we had. Very happy we got the chocolate molten lava cake, didn't disappoint!

RamonaEliza D.

Been wanting to return to this spot since our first visit was phenomenal. Once again it did not disappoint. This spot is chill and truly gives off a relaxing vibe. The hosts and servers are friendly and very knowledgeable of their menu and wine selections and all the details that came with it. I always have enjoyed their varieties of charcuterie options and they are fresh and delicious. Pairing it with your choice of wine makes it even more appealing. Enjoy my time here and will definitely be returning soon.

Flight of interesting whites - the choices rotate

I love the rotating flights so you always get to try something new, and I've enjoyed most of their food as well. I love the mix of indoor/outdoor seating, and shout-out to friendly servers like Ben!

Sparkling Corvezzo Rose (left) and Coronado Weekend Vibes IPA (right)
Mary A.

It's always 5 pm somewhere, right? I came here with a group of friends for happy hour and board games on a Friday evening. Rootstock has happy hour from 3-6 pm Mon-Fri, so I used this opportunity to sample a couple of drinks and food. I was conflicted between drinks (there was a good wine and beer I wanted to try), so I ended up getting both - super happy I did! I also ordered their Monte Sereno flatbread, and that was a delicious & flavorful, but light, dish. The server came around to inform us about last call for happy hour, allowing us to put in our last orders. The place has both indoor and outdoor seating. Great place to unwind and chill with friends while sampling some great food and drinks. Cost: -Happy Hour (HH) Sparkling Rose = $10 -HH Weekend Vibes IPA = $8 -HH Monte Sereno flatbread = $9

Came here to check out a friend's art that was showing there. It was nicely presented and look great there Nice wine bar, good selection. Like the price of the 'to go' more than 'restaurant' Service was friendly. Good was surprisingly very good. Ended up eating there, had flat bread and sliders both were very good. Other items look good too. Will definitely be back

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Winston C.

Rootstock Wine Bar was always on my list to try. We finally had the special opportunity to try it on a Tuesday 4:45PM. No wait time even up to dinner time. Great place for small finger foods with wine & beer after work, but definitely a once in a while thing since it is on the pricier side. We had outdoor seating and our group of 4 (double date) chilled there for some time. The women had wine and the men had beer. Simple. The two flatbreads we ordered were Rootstock Flatbread and Monte Sereno Flatbread; highly recommended. Wonderfully prepared. Same with the flavorful banh mi-styled sliders.

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Great ambiance and selection of food. Small plates were great and well balanced with the wine

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Great Place! Great Staff! Great Selection! Came with 20 minutes left and was well attended.

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Nice place, server was extremely helpful with wine choices. The charcuterie board was also nice and paired well.

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Great local wine bar. Great selection of wine. Nice outdoor seating area. Gray flatbreads and salads!

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Savvy Cellar Wine Bar & Wine Shop - Fig arugula flat bread

Savvy Cellar Wine Bar & Wine Shop

3.9(309 reviews)
0.2 mi
$$

Savvy was an interesting choice for a cozy girls night in downtown!…read more What it "lacks" in the interior it definitely makes up for with the knowledge of its service staff. The interior is more dimly-lit, with large TVs and some comfy couches. This is an official spot to watch 49ers games so if you're a sports fan definitely note this one down. I liked that the service was helpful but not overbearing. Our waiter was able to recommend two different red wines for my friend and I really enjoyed the vinho verde I had. We ordered the charcuterie board to share between the two of us. This was a GREAT portion and came with a huge basket of sliced French bread. Perfect size to snack and graze on during the night. The bill came out to $53/pp incl. tax+tip for: 3 drinks total + 1 charcuterie board. It was definitely pricey in my opinion but I did really like my wine selection. Overall, great spot to hangout without a rushed vibe. Friendly service and easy eats.

I came in with my friend on a Thursday evening and it wasn't too full. It's located at the end of…read morethe downtown so it's a nice place to grab a small bite and a drink before walking around, which is exactly what I did. I ordered the savvy spritz wine cooler and my friend ordered the cherry lavender rose. I loved that the spritz wasn't too artificial tasting since a lot of places tend to be. I wish it would've been a little stronger but I get that it's more of a fun cocktail wine that's meant to be light. The food here was insane. We ordered the Margherita flatbread and while it's simple the quality was great and the cheese was super good and had a nice pull. The vibe here is great it feels very safe having mostly had women patrons. The music was nice and definitely gave it a special vibe that you don't get just anywhere, there was a lot of Prince going on and Stevie Nicks ( I love). I'll definitely be back soon! Also the owner was super friendly and seemed like he was happy to be there.

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Savvy Cellar Wine Bar & Wine Shop - Parmesan truffle tater tots

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Vaso Azzurro Ristorante - Linguini Azzurro Dinner

Vaso Azzurro Ristorante

3.9(2k reviews)
0.2 mi
$$

Decent service, okay food. This place is easy to make a reservation for a large group…read more For appetizers, we got the bruschetta. This was good and 2 orders was enough to feed about 10 people with one slice each. The server did take away the leftover pieces without asking if anyone was going to eat it though. For the main dish, I got the Penne con Pollo. The dish was a bit bland in my opinion and was not really memorable. My dish was one of the last ones to come out and before it came out, a server had come around with a bowl of parmesan, offering it to those who already got my order. However, since I got my dish after, I never got the chance to ask for parmesan. For dessert, I got a slice of tiramisu, which I also thought was okay. There was uneven amounts of lady fingers (took a photo of the better side but the opposite side was mainly just cream). Probably could use a bit more dusting of cocoa powder as well. I did feel that the service felt a bit rushed and disorganized (such as forgotten utensils), though it may have been a one off day.

We reserved this place for Friday night dinner as we were craving Italian. Our server was kind, and…read morelet us choose our table. They served bread and dip which was good and the olive garlic dip was very tasty. Drinks were good 9/10 Main course was good 9/10 Desserts were good 9/10 Flavours were good and food was fresh and satisfying. I will go again but probably second half of the year. They charge you for takeout boxes and bread which used to be complimentary.

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Chicken Parmesan

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Haven

Haven

4.8(35 reviews)
6.1 mi
Women-owned & operated
Minority-owned & operated

Fish lovers rejoice!…read more Haven is located is small shopping area with probably 4 more business around. Parking is bit limited, but I was able to find parking a Saturday afternoon, since the other businesses did not have too much going on. Once you enter this space you will see a massive wall of tins to your right, and to your left there will a be a fridge with beer and other drinks. Also to your left a beautiful bar, that it's soft color palette will make you smile. We were greeted and helped by the owner. She used to work on HR and now she is following her passion. She is so friendly, and such a great host, that it almost felt like I was visiting a long term friend's business. Now the menu it's extensive with tins from Portugal, Spain, and many other places. Highly recommend that you consider making it a boards because the bread is so yummy. She made recommendations on wine pairings, but of course you pick. It was such a cool experience to pick tins, and chill by the bar. Super cool concept. If you are a fish lover this place is a must visit.

We enjoyed our lunch experience at Haven, a wine bar located in the Menlo Park area…read more We shared: +a Tin Fish Board - served with pickled veggies, maldon salt, house chili oil, butter, chili threats, and a choice between country bread or potato chips - go for the bread; you get to choose your tin, so I recommend the IASA Spicy Anchovies in Olive Oil for a kick +the Bruleed Cana de Cabra - baguette with a French soft-ripened goat cheese and a raspberry-thyme gelee +and, the Mac & Cheese - prepared with mezzi rigatoni, house kimchi, 3 cheese mornay, and Parm breadcrumbs There is a nice drink menu, offering champagn, sparkling options, red/white/rose, beer, cider, spritz, and even low proof/non-alcoholic options. Staff and service were friendly, and the space is modern and clean. Try to get a counter seating! +wine and bites +friendly staff & service

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Amandine - Front entrance

Amandine

4.3(213 reviews)
2.3 mi
$$
Romantic vibe
Full bar

Cute bar with no signage. Went with a group of 6 gals. We waited at the bar before getting a seat,…read morebut surprisingly was escorted to a back room with speakeasy like vibes for some live music. They have some nice assortments of small bites as well. Drinks overall amongst the gals was maybe about average. No big wow factors but we had fun. Would recommend for any girls night or even after a date night in the area Service - 5 / Ambiance - 5 / Drinks - 3 / Price - 4

WOW... a cross between a speak-easy & the kinda bar one would see during the mining days in NV…read more It's perfect with a vibe that's unique, but not copied. More of an homage to bars of yesterday. I participated in a fundraiser at Amandine recently, handpicked by a board member because of the ambiance & overall relationship to the local community. I don't have the details of the cost for an event, but it was money well spent to share our work with a new audience. The bar provided hosted champagne, Old Fashions, & filtered water for our guests. Decor is already amazing & bartender is gifted. He's like a scientist with an aperitif laboratory!! It was fun to watch him create & design & coax & mix & pour. Small bar with nice seating at bar or booths with chairs. Everything is well-maintained and clean. Lighting is perfect with fun accents on walls & tables. Lots of nearby street & lot parking. In fact, many of the customers are locals. Bathroom - just one. Darn. Otherwise, it's clean & spacious.

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Amandine - The name Amandine came from the owner dog.

The name Amandine came from the owner dog.

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The Wine Room - Cheese plate

The Wine Room

3.8(628 reviews)
5.8 mi
$$

I've been a regular at Haberdasher in downtown SJ because I appreciate a classy ambiance with a…read morehistoric 1920s speakeasy twist, so when I say that The Wine Room is a sophisticated elevation of that, take note. I would say it feels like a tavern for wealthy noblemen in 1800s England. Allow me to say where it fell short for me, and then I'll sing my praises. The wine... tasted like wine. I don't have a particularly refined palate when it comes to that. The charcuterie board was a collection of expensive items that I am personally not into: miniature pickles (too sour), meat pâté (bland), and what I think were pickled red peppers. There was no cheese, which was highly disappointing; however, if that style of charcuterie suits you, go for it. The music did not match the ambiance at all. They really should play piano or smooth jazz, because the 2010s pop was honestly annoying. DESPITE ALL OF THIS, the crowd was the real pull. Everyone was either on a first date or was an interesting adult. This makes for fun people-watching and stimulating conversations. People were very willing to walk up and talk to strangers. I saw many people doing so, I felt welcome to do so, and people approached me to converse. So even though the food wasn't great, and the music was horrible, I will return funnily enough because the decor and the people were worth it.

The Wine Room was a nice stop in the evening for a nightcap, with some bites from their menu and a…read morenice wine list. We stopped by before turning in, ordering the Fromage du Jour (a selection of domestic and imported cheeses), a Charcuterie plate (with thinly-sliced cured meats, pate de chevreuil, stoneground mustard, cornichon, and purple cabbage kraut), and the Marinated Olives. There is eating both in- and outside, but I recommend in dining al fresco to people watch. The place is small, but it gets busier, as it does open later in the day (4 PM to midnight)! Staff and the bar staff were friendly. +wine and cheeses +friendly staff +dine al fresco

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The Wine Room - The same pic, except *portrait*

The same pic, except *portrait*

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Cascal - Lobster paella

Cascal

3.7(3.5k reviews)
0.1 mi
$$$

I grew up in Mountain View, and I've passed by Cascal many times, but I've never eaten there…read morebecause I know that they have a heavy fish menu. My friend and I decided to go there last night because the Mongolian barbecue was closed, and we were going to hit up a show at the Performing Arts Center. I'm glad we went because I got two Tapas and they were absolutely superb. I got the Potato Gratin and the Wild Mushroom Empanadas. A glass of red wine to top it off... And it was a delicious dinner. The wine wasn't so good, but the service was excellent and we ate outside because the inside was already full at 5:30. They have heaters and then it started sprinkling and we were concerned, but then they brought these huge umbrellas and put them over us and we were good. Excellent service, everyone was super nice, and I will definitely go there again. Tapas!!

In the mood for paella, I sought out Cascal to fill that void in the tummy. Service was on the…read moreslower end on this Friday night, but my friend and I stuck around for the Ahi Tuna Tartar and Paella Marinera. We only had water, but this water was clear and tasty. We may ahve cleared the entire jug together. While waiting for food, we enjoyed the complimentary bread with dip alongside some light traffic on the outdoor patio. The Ahi Tuna Tartar was our appeitizer, and it was delicious - gobbled in minutes! It was enjoyed with the chips and was quite light. The Paella Marinera came next, which featured a good amount of seafood. The seafood was all crisp but fell short in a few ways. For starters, the rice was mainly carried by seasoning, but the taste was lacking a body - stretched in sour, salty and sweet, but something was indeed missing. The shrimps were enjoyable, but the mollusks were grilled so much that the shell was easily cracked, and there were small pieces in the food. Overall, I would say this dish was the most underwhelming. While we enjoyed dinner on the street, there are options to dine in, too, where the noise would not be from light traffic but rather TVs and passive conversations, the kind one might expect from a bar. Paying the bill at the end took quite a long while, too, so budget accordingly!

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Cascal - Complimentary Bread

Complimentary Bread

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Beef cheek adobo (rating: 4/5)

Tre Monti - New menu

Tre Monti

4.2(253 reviews)
2.2 mi

Came on a Friday evening and was able to eat outside as the weather was very nice. Service was very…read moreattentive. We both ordered an aperol spritz and it was very refreshing. The focaccia bread and dipping sauce was very good to start. We also ordered the bruschetta trio. I hadn't read the menu clearly and they were large pieces of one with arugula, cherry tomatoes and an eggplant and onion bruschetta. I think if the bread was toasted better it would've been tastier. It is a bit difficult to eat as it is packed and wished the tomatoes were chopped up. I ordered the Carbonara Calabrese and never had carbonara with artichokes. It is a smaller portion for an Italian restaurant and unfortunately it was just okay. I really needed the crushed red pepper for more flavor. The guanciale had a bit too much fat for my liking. My friend had the gnocchi pomodoro and we thought the gnocchi was overcooked as it was quite mushy. Unfortunately I was disappointed as I had high hopes for this restaurant but have had much better.

Ordered Doordash from here to support "local" instead of going to Terun and really sad I did…read more The minestore (at $18) was colorless, flavorless, cut into chunks that were way too large and came a long hair in it. Gross. The calzone was stuffed with what I could prosciutto and ham, not anything I would call "spicy salami." Train wreck. Won't do this again.

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Tre Monti - New menu

New menu

Tre Monti - New menu started April 4th

New menu started April 4th

Tre Monti - New menu

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