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1. Chez TJ
4.7
Exceptional(1535)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French • Mountain View
Booked 10 times today
Attentive service, fresh flowers and soft music surround guests at this intimate, Michelin Starred restaurant in downtown Mountain View. Inside a Victorian home, Executive Chef Stan Michalski is pleased to join the culinary team as Executive Chef as of January 2024, bringing his vast Michelin experience and passion for locally-sourced ingredients to further Chez TJ’s exceptional legacy. With over 15 years of experience, Stan brings Chez TJ not just culinary mastery, but a deep love of hospitality—believing what matters most is bringing people together over a delicious meal. Our pre-fixe Chef's Tasting menu encourages a relaxed and enjoyable evening of dining and conversation. Chef's Tasting Menu $225Garden Tasting Menu $140Optional Wine Pairing $150Service Charge 20%For parties of 6 or more a deposit of $125 /per person is requiredWhen booking reservations, please indicate any dietary restrictions. It may not be possible to accommodate all restrictions and food allergies.
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2. Cascal
4.7
Exceptional(4386)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Mountain View
Booked 64 times today
Serving spirited Pan-Latin cuisine, Cascal is a place to meet and linger with friends over enticing foods with bold flavors and personality from Spain and Latin-America. From Paellas to Ceviches to Cuban Pork, we have options for everyone. There vegetarian and vegan options available as well. We have indoor and patio dining available. Happy hour Tuesday to Sunday from 3:30-6pm. Live music on Fridays and Saturdays from 7:30 to 10pm. Reservations are encouraged. Online ordering and gift cards available at www.cascalmv.comCelebrate your special occasion or event with us, easy hassle-free booking and menus available for your convenience. Catering is also available with delivery and chef on-site options. Go to www.cascalmv.com for more information.
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3. Scratch (Mtn View)
4.3
Awesome(2359)
Price: Expensive
• American • Mountain View
Booked 16 times today
Outdoor dining and take-out available everyday. Scratch features today's American cookery in an elegant setting. The cuisine is based on the premise of simple food done well and draws from American classics reflecting today's influences and bounty of ingredients. Choose from a tender moist braised short rib, fried chicken, or perhaps a selection from our fresh seafood and oyster bar.For beverages Scratch has researched some of the finest vineyards and distilleries in the United States. We have a wide variety of wines and spirits to choose from in all price ranges. Some of our wine and spirits are highly allocated and will not always be available.Scratch also offers a vegetarian menu and a gluten free menu. Join us for happy hour Monday through Friday from 4 pm to 6 pm in the bar and on the patio.
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4. Cucina Venti
4.5
Awesome(1543)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Mountain View
Booked 7 times today
Cucina Venti is a truly elegant restaurant located next to headquarter of Google that has invested heavily in high-quality seating and boasts an astonishing outdoor patio. It has become the go-to hub for many corporate events and weekend destination offering exquisite Italian American cuisine with a focus on delivering top-notch service. Cucina Venti has also offers a separate room designed to provide a high-end experience for corporate diners seeking a special location for their events. The venue's uniqueness lies in its gorgeous setting, combining exquisite service with a comfortable ambiance, making it a truly unique and elegant destination. With an extensive menu offering from the freshest seafood, local organic produce to a wide selection of wines, Japanese whiskey, and seasonal craft cocktails, a visit to Cucina Venti promises a luxurious dining experience that should not be missed.
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5. Sundance The Steakhouse
4.8
Exceptional(5493)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Palo Alto
Booked 86 times today
Since its opening in 1974, prime steaks and martinis have never gone out of style at this Palo Alto institution. The atmosphere is very clubby with fireplaces, dark wood, sports memorabilia and plush leather booths tucked into the many nooks throughout the dining room. Famous for their slow-roasted prime rib & hand-cut U.S.D.A Prime Steaks, they also offer fresh seafood, cold water lobster tail & succulent shellfish. The 20 oz. Bone-In Rib eye Steak is the Boss’ Favorite while the Double Cut Filet Mignon runs a close second. Sundance is respected for serving the best food money can buy coupled with value & simplicity – a welcome relief for serious food & steak aficionados. The menu is supported by an award-winning wine list that features over 400 selections focusing on highly allocated Napa Valley Cabernets. Exceptional ratings & numerous restaurant awards rank Sundance the Steakhouse as a true dining destination.
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6. Roger Bar & Restaurant
4.4
Awesome(327)
Price: Moderate
• American • Mountain View
Booked 12 times today
Roger is not a physical space, but a mindset.Sustainability is a core value for us, but what is it we are trying to sustain?Good, healthy relationships.We relate, connect, and interact with different kinds of things all the time. And it's these relationships that give our lives meaning.Received Order Given, Expect Results - or R.O.G.E.R., for short.
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7. Roja Los Altos
4.6
Exceptional(869)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Los Altos
Booked 14 times today
Roja, located in the heart of downtown Los Altos gives a Fine/Casual dining experience, offering seasonal California ingredients prepared by using classic French/Italian/Spanish cooking techniques.Food and family are most important to us so please, let us take care of you as family and prepare you a meal from our hearts.Bon Apetit!
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8. Dishdash Sunnyvale
4.9
Exceptional(689)
Price: Moderate
• Middle Eastern • Sunnyvale
Booked 52 times today
WELCOME to Dishdash Middle Eastern Cuisine, where we strive to embody the spirit of our namesake. Dishdash, a traditional article of Middle Eastern clothing, symbolizes warmth, comfort and relaxation. A beautiful example of a dishdash is displayed as our restaurant centerpiece. Our ingredients are sourced from quality purveyors featuring: Fresh, natural, domestic lamb Certified Angus Beef® Free-range chicken Sustainably harvested seafood Locally sourced produceEchoing the culinary traditions of various Middle Eastern countries, our authentically original family recipes feature protein-rich legumes, earthy grains and exotic spices with a contemporary twist. Fresh & Simple Middle Eastern Food. Sahtein!
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9. Cetrella
4.6
Exceptional(861)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Los Altos
Named for Capri, a culinary crossroads for Mediterranean-Rim cuisine, Cetrella's 22-year fine dining appears in Gourmet Magazine, MODERN LUXURY Silicon Valley Magazine, among others. The dining room's atmospheric Venetian plaster colors evoke sea and sky, sand and cliffs, foliage and forestry, opening to a Spanish-tiled Paseo, teaching kitchen and underground speakeasy. Cetrella's Executive Chef Vincenzo Vottero leads the culinary team preparing innovative seasonal dishes including signature artisan pastas. Bologna, the capital of Emilia-Romagna, where he was born and pursued his culinary career, was in 2022 voted Conde Nast Traveler Reader's most delicious city in the world. We look forward to sharing more of Cetrella's plans and his 2025 menus and programs in the near future.M'hamed Bahet | Managing PartnerVincenzo Vottero | Executive Chef
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10. Cafe Pro Bono
4.9
Exceptional(1434)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Palo Alto
Booked 15 times today
Cafe Pro Bono in Palo Alto is a neighborhood gem, loved for its authentic Italian food and exceptional service. With multiple reviews praising its 'consistently great' food and 'wonderful service,' it's no surprise this restaurant is the recipient of Palo Alto Weekly’s ‘Best Italian Restaurant’ multiple times. From its fresh pastas to homemade desserts, and its full bar with '0 Proof' cocktails, there's something for everyone at this neighborhood favorite.

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  • Tina
    San Francisco Bay Area •27 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Food was interesting and delicious. We were delighted by all the dishes, even if we didn't love every component. Service was attentive but a bit "cold" though this was not an issue. Overall, a delightful meal. Would highly recommend a visit.
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    Chez TJPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French• Mountain View
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    4.7
  • RobertaVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •88 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 27 Dec 2024
    Cascal continues to be a top notch lunch or dinner spot. The Spanish food is lively and profusely diffuse. While the prices have inched up,so it has in the other fine restaurants in Silicon Valley. I will return!
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    CascalPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• Mountain View
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    4.7
  • Kristy
    San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 25 Dec 2024
    A friend of mine and I usually go out for Christmas lunch. We’ve tried a number of restaurants in the Bay Area and Scratch never disappoints. They fixed price menu has a lot of choices, and is delicious. Their cocktails and full wine list has something for everyone.. I should really make a point to come back on a non-holiday to see the regular menu.
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    Scratch (Mtn View)Price: Expensive• American• Mountain View
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    4.3
  • Jennifer
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 25 Dec 2024
    Besides the food being the best around…prime rib truly melts in your mouth …the employees there are such great human beings! This was my mom's and my favorite restaurant. This was my first time dining without her. But instead of a sad night, my waiter, Ashely, and the staff went above and beyond for me when I came in on one of their busiest nights to honor my late mother and best friend. The compassion and kindness Ashely and her manager Peter showed me was unbelievable!! They are wonderful human beings and showed me that there are still wonderful people in the world.
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    Sundance The SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Palo Alto
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    4.8
  • AtreyiVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 24 Dec 2024
    Great find for our 7th anniversary dinner. Service was prompt with a lot of personal touch (given that it was our anniversary) and food was excellent!
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    Cucina VentiPrice: Expensive• Italian• Mountain View
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    4.5

Discover best neighborhood gem restaurants in Mountain View

Discover the hidden treasures of Mountain View's dining scene with our curated selection of neighborhood gem restaurants in the San Francisco Bay Area, Peninsula. Each restaurant offers a unique blend of ambiance and culinary excellence, making them perfect spots for both locals and visitors seeking a memorable dining experience. Renowned for their intimate settings and exceptional service, these establishments emphasize quality and creativity in every dish. The dining scene in Mountain View is vibrant and diverse, reflecting the rich cultural fabric of the area. Whether you're craving innovative cuisine or classic comfort foods, these neighborhood gems provide a warm welcome and an unforgettable culinary journey. Ideal for special occasions or casual outings, each restaurant strives to deliver not only fine food but also a genuine local experience. Embrace the charm of Mountain View's gastronomic delights and make your next meal truly special at one of these neighborhood gems.

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