Made last minute reservations through OpenTable on a Sunday evening…read moreWe came in around 6:25P for our 6:30P and was sat right away Service was A1 from the start Its seemed like everyone was helping each other out We constantly had someone check in on us and consistently cleared the table Dante was our server and made dinner a great experience My fiancé and I got the FETTUCCINE ALFREDO as an appetizer, perfect starter for 2 people For entree i got the 16oz ribeye steak with garlic butter (which was one of their specials) and my fiancé got the table side Diane streak flambé The mixed berry soufflé was refreshing and sweet I got an espresso to end the night Dim lights and soft music made the whole place an ideal hangout or business meet up Sunday night seems to be more relax than Friday/Saturday nights Super excited to bring my parents here Thank you Dante for an amazing experience!

The ambiance is nice. Think table cloths, cloth napkins and actual silverware. The service was…read moreexcellent and very attentive. The nightly special appetizer was phenomenal and the table side salad is a must! The ribeye was perfectly cooked and delicious. I'd highly recommend the Iron Gate to others.

La Bohème is exactly the kind of place you hope to find when you're craving a true French dining…read moreexperience. I was not disappointed. The ingredients were fresh, beautifully balanced, and honestly so good I considered ordering another round. The bread was solid too -- perfectly crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside. We tried a range of dishes and everything delivered. The omelette stuffed with shrimp was generous and great value, the French onion soup, mussels, and entrecôte were all absolutely spot on, and the chocolate mousse to finish was delicious. Next time, I'm definitely coming back for the soufflé. Even the fruit bowl stood out -- you could tell it was freshly cut, with each fruit tasting crisp and distinct rather than blended together. It's those little details that really show care. The space itself is charming and cozy, with a lovely French ambiance. It's a medium-sized restaurant , with additional outdoor seating, and a decor that makes you want to linger. What really stood out, though, was the service. Absolutely top notch. You can tell the staff and chefs genuinely care about what they're doing -- and that makes all the difference. Honestly, I'm surprised it wasn't more packed -- it deserves to be. We'll absolutely be back to explore more

We went for an early Valentine's day dinner (the 13th instead of the 14th). We had a reservation…read moreand were seated immediately. The staff were warm and nice and I liked the ambiance of the restaurant. I ordered a coke to drink and my partner had a French beer. We proceeded to order the charcuterie and french onion soup for appetizers and the duck breast and french burger for entrees. The soup came and it was fine- it tasted like french onion soup. The charcuterie never came; I guess they forgot to put the order in or forgot to make it. It was awkward just sitting there starving while my husband ate his soup though. We figured maybe they were bringing it after he finished the soup so there'd be room on the table but nope. The burger looked nice and was cooked to the ordered temp of medium rare. Otherwise it was like any other burger anywhere else, not overly special. The fries were crisp and well salted. The duck was underwhelming. It's $38 for this plate of food and it came with totally flavorless and dry mashed potatoes, whose texture was akin to boxed potatoes. No butter or cream flavor to speak of. The vegetables were so disappointing. They had no seasoning whatsoever and were as soft as baby food- I am not exaggerating on that. I was surprised by how mushy the carrots were. For almost $40 I expect more exciting veg than broccoli, cauliflower and carrots all steamed to death. The duck was okay. There was a large tendon running through the middle of every piece and I could only eat half of it due to gristly fat. The port wine reduction that covered it totally masked the flavor of the duck. All I tasted was soy sauce. We let them know about the missing charcuterie to make sure it was not included on the bill. Other small things that detracted from the experience included them never clearing any dishes from the table (like the basket from the complimentary bread, appetizer plates or the huge wine glasses that neither of us needed) and not checking in on us to see how everything was going. The table was so cluttered it was hard to eat. It took a really long time to get the check and was so uncomfortable just sitting there obviously done with our food. For the prices charged I expected a higher level of service that was blatantly absent. Overall will not return. Over priced, slow, bland food.

Chez TJ is a bit hidden, as it is a cute little house on a busy street in downtown Mountain View,…read moreso it may blend in a bit. There is a parking lot across the street, as well as street parking surrounding the area, but parking may be hit or miss, depending on when you come by. Everyone was very friendly and accommodating - we were greeted warmly and treated with the best service during the whole evening. We were able to try their Pear Panna Cotta, Royal Kaluga Caviar, Fermented Gooseberry, Dill; Onagadai Tartlette, Creme Fraiche, Fingerlime, Horseradish; Brassica Veloute, Fenugreek Oil, Guanciale Powder Okinawa Sweet Potato, Perigord Black Truffle, Burrata Foam; Petite Baguette; Mushroom & Barley Tea; Squab, Cascabel Mole, Chanterelles, Winter Citrus Gel; Pain Levain, Navel Orange Ricotta; Australian Wagyu, Confit Beetroot, Smoked Parsnip, Sticky Cabbage; Strawberry Basil Mousse, Honeycomb, Strawberry Caviar, Basil Oil Palmier; Hazelnut Chouquette; and The Lime & The Coconut Ganache. My favorites were definitely the Onagadai Tartlette; Petite Baguette; and Squab, Cascabel Mole, Chanterelles, Winter Citrus Gel. Overall, everything was delicious and I was blown away for the experience.

Good laughs, good service, and a lot of different drinks & dishes to try…read more Came here for a company dinner recently, the host and wait staff were very nice and fast to act. We enjoyed the garden tour and trying the many drinks prior to dinner service. For the meal, we started light and wrapped up with a waygu dish. The desserts were good, but the staff miscounted and missed a portion, I ended up getting a replacement dish that didn't have 2 out of 3 of the original components. Overall, it was a fun experience and the patio seating made the ambience very enjoyable.

I was lucky enough to dine at Bay 223 (formerly Gigi's Brassiere in the Sofitel) for the second…read moretime, and convinced that it is my favorite restaurant south of San Francisco. Almost everything I've had on both occasion was tremendous. The portions are small and the fanciful food architecture might make some initially skeptical, but one taste of just about anything will be enough to get you excited. Tonight I had the blackened salmon on polenta which stood out among the myriad of salmon dishes I had that were very good, but not excellent. They managed to find a new and better take on butternut squash soup, which is quite a feat since so many are also very good. The duck and lamb dishes I've tried are very succulent and very flavorful. The mushroom cappucino soup is very tasty, though a little too buttery, but the mushroom tarts were wonderfully too buttery. The molten chocolate cake was really great (though I've had better), but the presentation was top notch and the combination of the the coconut sorbet with cherries worked perfectly. The service is great without being overly attentive, the ambience is very posh and modern, and most meals will run about $50 a person without wine. Can't wait to go back.

Where to start? I have food allergies so I called 24 hours ahead before making my reservation per…read morethe instructions on their website. Gluten and shellfish. Check. We showed up at 4:55 Sunday evening at a venue in an ordinary strip mall with covered windows. We were the second party there, in a restaurant that seats 16 diners. The restaurant filled up halfway through our meal. We ordered the tasting menu for 2 and one wine pairing. Presentation of all dishes was superb and all were cooked to perfection. We started with a creamy potato leek soup in a glass demitasse cup, followed by a stone fruit salad with crispy prosciutto and ingredients from the chef's own yard. How cool is that? The miso sea bass stood out for both of us and we wished it was the main instead of just a taste of perfection. We would go back for that dish alone. The main was marinated tri-tip - and plenty of it. Like 5 slices! My wife's, pictured nearby, was superb, with slices of beef that melted in our mouths. My plate was not nearly as good, with every slice stringy. I let this slide because a cow is a cow and sometimes this happens. It's also hard to tell prime beef marbled fat from connective tissue when cutting with a sharp chef's knife. Dessert was sorbet and fresh fruit making my tongue very happy. The paired wines echoed each dish, including dessert, and were well worth the price. As other reviewers have pointed out, the $80 charge is well under market value. Diners in downtown San Francisco could easily pay $240 and up for the same menu and cooking quality. We'll be watching the website for the next menu change. Anyone else wish they could email customers when it's updated?

Made reservations two a Monday night at 7pm, arrived right at our start time and were quickly…read moreseated. Restaurant had around 5 other groups dining but didn't feel too busy, space is small and intimate so definitely recommend a reservation. Drinks: Wine pairing - came with 4 pours two whites, a red and a sparkling resling, the wines leaned towards European varietals, we were able to split the tasting which was perfect to get a small taste with the 4 courses Food: Caramelized Onion Bisque - a nice amuse bouche, savory with a rich caramelized onion flavor, slightly creamy velvety texture and mouth feel, served with a small toasted slice of bread with broiled cheese Roasted Nectarine Salad with Goat Cheese - solid, a very petit portion size, nectarines was juicy with a slight sweetness and subtle tartness, lemon vinegarette was a nice compliment, goat cheese was mild with a nice soft whipped texture, caramelized pecans added sweet crunchy texture and pops of flavor Black cod with Burre Blanc - tender cod that flaked away with a soft texture, paired nicely with the buttery creamy beurre blanc sauce, snap pea puree added a bit of sweetness, a tad small but very tasty House made sourdough - great, served warm, interior was moist with a nice springy bouncy, great crunchy crust, served with softened butter, wish this came out more towards the beginning but I think the intention was to use it to soak up some sauce so understandable Strawberry Sorbet - great smooth and silky texture on the sorbet ripe strawberry without being too sweet, paired with some Earl gray sponge cake which had a great airy texture, cherry sauce, and crunchy meringue pieces, a nice portion size as well here Grilled Tri-Tip, cooked to a perfect medium rare , super tender, chimmichri added herbaceous slightly spicy garlic kick, sweet romanesco sauce was an interesting contrast, roasted potatoes were great for soaking up the sauces, also served with some grilled bell peppers and a few sauteed shrimp, filling and hearty generous portion size on the main dish Service was excellent, very attentive and well paced. Water was refilled throughout the meal and silverware changed out between each course. Great knowledge of the wines paired with the dishes. Overall really enjoyed Hapa bistro, a small seasonal menu that's well executed, a great affordable tasting menu in the peninsula, French heavy influence, would definitely revisit to try the next seasons offering.

Food-4.5/5: 4.5/5: spanish black paella--this was yum, a…read morelittle dry could use more sauce. potatoes: i like mashed potatoes lol i mash them myself at home so i expect them to serve these but thats just the tapas european style i guess. 5/5: charcuterie was excellent! felt like i was in barcelona! i highly recommend ! 5/5: caprese salad was mmmm....mmmm hmmmm! mmmmm hit the spot ! 4/5: paela was okay not anything special, maybe utilize premium jasmine milagros rice but maybe this was european rice again, something im not used too! Service- 5/5: the servers were so kind and patient ! fast service too ! never rude or mismatched orders! Ambiance-6/5: 6 out of 5 stars ! my friend is fabulouso ! it was her birthday and she goes all out ! Nicest and fanciest little small restaurant but mighty! there is conveniently located after 6:00pm (free) parking lot outside in front of the restaurant and outside seating as well. if youre going to plan for a big party i wouldnt do so here only under for a party of 10.

We had a wonderful experience at Amour Amour. The seafood paella was the highlight of the…read moremeal--perfectly cooked, flavorful, and packed with fresh seafood. We also shared a pitcher of sangria, which was refreshing and complemented the food beautifully. To start, we enjoyed a selection of crostini, each offering a delicious combination of flavors and fresh ingredients. Everything was well-prepared and beautifully presented. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the service was attentive without being intrusive. Overall, a fantastic dining experience, and we look forward to returning.

We had a wonderful dinner at Zola. There are many seating options at this restaurant. You can sit…read moreoutside, in the bar area (at the bar or small tables), and a couple of dining rooms. We were seated in the bar area at some tables. The bar is impressive. It's filled to the ceiling with different bottles. We felt like we had to try a cocktail to start. Our bartender was great and even went off menu for some of our drinks. The staff was very friendly and attentive. Once we were seated we got some appetizers to get us started. We ordered chickpea panisse, French onion soup, goat cheese mousse, and the apple salad. Everything was delicious. My favorite was the chickpea panisse. It looked like fried tofu, but it was so delicately soft in the center. The aioli that came with it was great too. My second favorite was the goat cheese mousse. It was beautifully presented and a good balance of flavors. For main dishes, we got a variety of things. We got salmon, hanger steak, flat iron steak, and poulet roti. Everything was delicious. I think the flat iron steak was preferred over the hanger, but both were good. I thought the chicken was delicious. It seemed braised with a lot of flavor. It was a generous portion with a large salad. It was very well done. We also got a couple of sides of macaroni and cheese. Those didn't disappoint. They came in hot iron skillets and were hearty and delicious. For dessert we got the mousse au chocolat. The mousse with ice cream was a great combination. The dessert was well balanced. We thoroughly enjoyed our evening. The staff was great, the food was delicious, and the vibe was fun.

Stopped by this upscale French bistro with a distinct Californian vibe ~6:30 pm on a Friday and…read moreluckily scored a high top for 2 on the outside patio. The bar and dining areas inside were completely packed, so I'd definitely recommend booking a reservation rather than simply taking your chances like we did! Enjoyed a Colette (mezcal, lapsang honey, peach, salers aperitif, lemon) house cocktail while perusing the food menu, and we were off to the races. While our high top was a bit wobbly and the surface area not nearly big enough to safely hold all the dishes we ordered, we made it work ;). Our picks: SALADES Frisée & Apple Salad (arugula, pt. reyes blue cheese, pink lady apples, candied walnuts, sunchokes, honey mustard vinaigrette) LES PLATS King Salmon (melted spring onions, delta asparagus, crispy potatoes, citrus nage) Beef Cheek Bourguignon (roasted garlic pomme purée, nantes carrots, pickled red onions) LES GARNITURES Local Asparagus (hazelnut crumble, cara cara emulsion, pecorino) DESSERT Mousse au Chocolat (valrhona "Illanka", chantilly, cocoa crumble) Toasted Coconut Panna Cotta (mango passionfruit compote, coconut tuile) Sticky Toffee Pudding (warm date cake, toffee sauce, vanilla ice cream) 3 desserts were likely overkill, but we had 0 regrets!