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A photo of Roja Los Altos restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(878)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Los Altos
Booked 5 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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4.8
Exceptional(746)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Los Altos
Booked 8 times today
Please note that we can't accommodate a stroller the main dining room.Urfa is a city in Southeastern Turkey, deeply rooted in history, so its unique cuisine is an amalgamation of the cuisines of the many civilizations that have ruled in Urfa. Dishes carry names in Kurdish, Arabic, Armenian, Syrian, and Turkish, and are often prepared in a spicy manner. It is widely believed that Urfa is the birthplace of many dishes, including Raw Kibbé (Çiğ Köfte), which according to the legend, was crafted by the Prophet Abraham from ingredients he had at hand.Many vegetables are used in the Urfa cuisine, such as the "Ecır," the "Kenger," and the "İsot", the legendary local red capsicum that is a smaller and darker.Urfa is a big user of clarified butter, made exclusively from sheep's milk.At Urfa bistro we will try our best to use local products to create dishes as same as prepared in Urfa.
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4.6
Exceptional(864)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Los Altos
Booked 1 time today
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
A photo of Campagne One Main restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(212)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Los Altos
Booked 1 time today
A charming bistro finished with 200-year-old timbers, a period French fireplace, Beaumaniere limestone floors, re-polished antiques, and designer selected Napoleon treasures.
A photo of Sundance The Steakhouse restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(5558)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Palo Alto
Booked 61 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.
A photo of Chez TJ restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1546)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French • Mountain View
Booked 5 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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4.5
Awesome(1559)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Mountain View
Booked 19 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.
A photo of Cascal restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(4407)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Mountain View
Booked 34 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.
A photo of Scratch (Mtn View) restaurant
4.4
Awesome(2368)
Price: Expensive
• American • Mountain View
Booked 11 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.
A photo of Roger Bar & Restaurant restaurant
4.3
Awesome(333)
Price: Moderate
• American • Mountain View
Booked 4 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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  • AbbyVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    My boyfriend and I had a lovely dinner at Roja the day after Valentine’s Day. We were warmly greeted into the restaurant and sat at a beautiful table. James brought us over some sparkling rosé.  We had the cauliflower, Gulf shrimp, potato terrine, and the agnolotti, which was our favorite.  We will be going back for the food and the friendly service. 
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    Roja Los AltosPrice: Expensive• Californian• Los Altos
    4.7
  • Daniel
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Nice restaurant, food was great, food service (timeliness) was good, but not the best table-side (waiter service). I could best describe it as uninterested and distracted. Maybe an off night, not sure. The owner (as maitre d for the night), however, was very friendly and helpful.
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    CetrellaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Los Altos
    4.6
  • Ellen
    San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Valentines Day dinner on the enclosed back patio. The service was exceptional, especially for a very busy night. The ambiance was fine given that I reserved fairly late and got a table on the back patio instead of the main dining room. The patio is very nice in cold weather, warm enough and protected from the wind. It is also pretty quiet. The food was great as always. We were not rushed. Altogether a great experience on a night that can be a nightmare for restaurant owners and workers.
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    Urfa Bistro - MediterraneanPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Los Altos
    4.8
  • jenniferVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Our first time. We had a blast. Good food, fun place. Great service. We will be back It was a Valentine's lunch too.
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    Campagne One MainPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Los Altos
    4.6
  • Carol
    San Francisco Bay Area •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Visited on V-day 2025 one day ahead. Semi-regular guest but pouring rain so expected more no-shows. Not at Sundance. Overall service was impeccable and especially our table service by Jeff. He's a veteran there and extremely knowledgable of the menu and wines including how dishes are cooked and his recommendations, after thoughtful discussion, were perfect. have experienced similar table service in the past. Bone-in rib eye was absolutely phenomenal and just slightly more so than the prime rib. We split the caesar salad which was a perfect size. Good choices for accompaniments including baked potato, mushies, etc. We don't remember the enjoyable special cocktails and wines by the glass but they all matched well! Oh, yes, before I forget, the Chocolate Sundae dessert was a must have and perfect finish. Thank you Galen, Tanner and Jeff.
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    Sundance The SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Palo Alto
    4.8

Discover best neighborhood gem restaurants in Los Altos

Discover the charm of neighborhood gems in Los Altos, nestled in the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area's Peninsula. This region boasts a diverse dining scene that caters to locals and visitors seeking unique, high-quality culinary experiences. Each restaurant in Los Altos shines with its own distinctive flair, offering everything from cozy, intimate settings to lively, bustling atmospheres perfect for any dining occasion. The keyword "neighborhood gem" truly reflects these establishments' ability to provide not just meals, but memorable dining experiences rooted in the community. The restaurants featured on this page exemplify the best of local cuisine, where patrons can enjoy everything from exquisite seafood to authentic ethnic dishes, all served with a personal touch. These dining spots are celebrated for their commitment to quality, consistently earning accolades for their delectable menus and exceptional service. Whether you're looking for a place to celebrate a special occasion or just a casual meal with friends, Los Altos offers an array of choices that will satisfy any palate. Dive into the heart of the Peninsula and discover these neighborhood gems that promise an unforgettable culinary journey.

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