La Foret

4.7

1599 Reviews

$50 and over

French

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Good for special occasions
Romantic
Charming

La Foret offers fine French dining in an old country setting. We are proudly now offering outdoor dining!!!The historically significant building rests next to a quietly meandering stream in the verdant foothills of New Almaden. Picture windows surrounding the entire dining area allow you to fully enjoy the quietly beautiful surroundings during your meal. Specializing in fine French cuisine, La Foret has earned its place among the area's finest restaurants and in fact has been listed among the 50 best French restaurants in the United States.

La Foret ha an extensive wine list, which includes French and Napa Valley selections. It offers a tasting menu and brunch on Sundays.

This restaurant has private rooms for catering banquet-style private events. It also hosts weddings with capacity for up to 130 guests.

Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
French
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:30 am–1:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(408) 997-3458
Website
http://www.laforetrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
La Forêt regularly hosts parties and events for people and organizations from around the South Bay Area including, Gilroy, Morgan Hill, San Jose, Willow Glen, Campbell, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Los Altos, Cupertino, Santa Clara.
Private party contact
Private Event Coordinator: (408) 997-3458

Location
21747 Bertram Rd, San Jose, CA 95120
Neighborhood
San Jose
Cross street
Almaden Road
Parking details
We have our own parking lot directly across the street from the restaurant, so parking is never a problem :-)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

La Foret Salade
Bay Shrimp, GV Farms Kookaburra Spinach, Shaved Radicchio, Red Pepper Vinaigrette
Tortellini La Foret
Sautéed Porcini Mushrooms, Aged Garlic, Cream
Quail
Roasted Canadian Quail, Huckleberry Reduction
Tournedos of Beef Chanterelle
Tenderloin Medallions, Golden Chanterelle, Ginger Brandy
Crème Brûlée

Tasting Menu 2

Six Course $150

Prawns Meuniere
With Butter, Garlic, Meyer Lemon, Vin Blanc
Salade Française
Butter Lettuce, Marinated Cucumber, Shaved Radish, Mustard Tarragon Vinaigrette
Sea Scallops
Seared Day Boat Scallops, Light Saffron Herb Cream, Puff Pastry
Elk
Roasted New Zealand Elk Loin, Portabella Cognac Demi-Glacé Reduction
Rack of Lamb
Garlic and Rosemary Roasted Australian Lamb, Natural jus, Tarragon Mustard
Chocolate Truffle Torte

Tasting Menu 3

Seven Course $220

Tsar Nicoulai Caviar
Buckwheat Blini, House Cultured Crème Fraiche, Sweet Onion, Capers
Beef Tartare
GV Farms Beef, Potato Truffle Cream, Crispy Potato Julienne
Ahi Tuna
Lightly Peppered & Grilled, Horseradish, Thyme Sauce
Lobster Tail
Poached Cold Water Lobster, Lime Beurre Blanc
Wild Boar
Sage Crusted Medallions of Wild Boar, Roasted Garlic Cabernet Sauce
American Wagyu
Snake River Center Cut Tenderloin, Cabernet Peppercorn Sauce, GV Farms Sage, Cognac
Soufflé Grand Marnier

Wine Pairing 1

$45

Roederer Estate, Brut, Anderson Valley, California NV
Domaine de Couron, Viognier, Cotes du Rhone, France 2020
Lyric by Etude, Pinot Noir, Santa Barbara, California 2016
Napa Cellars, Cabernet Sauvignon, St. Helena, California 2016
Sandeman, Fine Ruby Port, Porto, Portugal

Wine Pairing 2

$95

Veuve Clicquot, Brut, Champagne, France NV
Mount Hamilton Vineyards, Sauvignon Blanc, Santa Clara Valley 2019
Grgich Hills, Chardonnay, Napa Valley, California 2016
Skyfall, Merlot, Columbia Valley, California 2016
Silver Oak, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California 2016
Fonseca, 20 year, Tawny Port, Porto, Portugal

Wine Pairing 3

$125

Nicolas Feuillatte, Palmes d'Or, Brut, Champagne, France 2008
Grgich Hills, Zinfandel, Napa Valley, California 2015
Chalk Hill, Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma County, California 2019
Paul Hobbs, Chardonnay, Russian River, California 2018
Rombauer, Merlot, Napa Valley, California 2018
Groth, Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakvile District of Napa Valley, California 2016
Dows', 40 year, Tawny Port, Porto, Portugal

What 1,599 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco Bay Area
Romantic
San Jose / Silicon Valley
Best Ambiance
San Jose / Silicon Valley
Romantic
San Jose / Silicon Valley
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

La Foret is a culinary gem nestled in the scenic surroundings of San Jose. Known for its "amazing ambience" and attentive service, this restaurant offers a delightful blend of old-school charm and modern elegance. Guests rave about the "outstanding food" and "impeccable service," making it perfect for special occasions.

1,599 Reviews

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Sridhar
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tucked away among old homes and hills, restaurant has a great old world charm and excellent food
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Que
San Francisco
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Service was great, the Bison and souffle were excellent, the wild boar was average. The atmosphere was quietly romantic until a group of 3 couples arrived and just send the noise level through the roof. We were having dessert at this point so didn't complain, but management still should have stepped in. Feel sorry for the other guests...
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Tony
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent highly recommended for date night or any night rain or shine
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Jon
San Francisco
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We greeted by the maitra d when we arrived warmly. When I gave the last name he immediately remembered us from many other visits we have made to La Foret. We seated promptly in a nice corner table with views of the outside. The bus boy brought us bread and butter. Our waitress Eva informed us of some specials and took our drink order. The rest of the evening was perfectly executed. I would recommend La Foret to anyone who is interested in a wonderful meal with someone special.
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Pamela
San Francisco
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We ordered tasting menus. All dishes including the dessert were good. The service was attentive and friendly. We liked the cozy ambiance.
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Jila
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I would strongly recommend this hidden gem. The food was great, easy parking, and the noise level was not too loud outside. We plan to go back again.
La ForetResponded on November 21, 2024
Hello Jila, Thank you for the fantastic review and for recommending our hidden gem! We are thrilled to hear about your positive experience, from the great food to the ease of parking and pleasant noise level. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we can't wait to have you back again soon. Thank You, Giuseppe La Foret
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Irene
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service however no cellular reception, WiFi only connected to one phone among 6 of us…
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Chuck
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding food and service. My favorite restaurant in the San Jose area!
La ForetResponded on November 21, 2024
Hello Chuck, We are overjoyed to hear about your exceptional experience at our San Jose restaurant. Your kind words about our food and service being outstanding and making us your favorite spot in the area truly warm our hearts. Thank you for being a valued patron! Thank You, Giuseppe La Foret
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Rachel
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Allan was our wonderful sever making this birthday celebration all the more special! Food was delicious & will definitely come back again!
La ForetResponded on November 21, 2024
Hello Rachel, Thank you for your kind words about your recent visit and the exceptional service provided by Allan during your birthday celebration. We are delighted that you enjoyed the delicious food and had a memorable experience. Looking forward to your next visit for more special moments! Thank You, Giuseppe La Foret
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Jillian
Portland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is delicious and the service is top notch. Will definitely be coming back time and time again! :)
La ForetResponded on November 21, 2024
Hi Jillian, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the delicious food and experienced top-notch service during your visit! Your kind words mean a lot to us. We can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic dining experience. Thank You, Giuseppe La Foret
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FAQs

La Foret is rated 4.7 stars by 1599 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

21747 Bertram Rd, San Jose, CA 95120

Additional information

Cross street
Almaden Road
Neighborhood
San Jose
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:30 am–1:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
French
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
We have our own parking lot directly across the street from the restaurant, so parking is never a problem :-)
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.laforetrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(408) 997-3458
Private party facilities
La Forêt regularly hosts parties and events for people and organizations from around the South Bay Area including, Gilroy, Morgan Hill, San Jose, Willow Glen, Campbell, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Los Altos, Cupertino, Santa Clara.
Private party contact
Private Event Coordinator: (408) 997-3458

La Foret

Make a reservation

Private dining

Additional information

Elk

Sea Scallops

Soufflé Grand Marnier

Tasting Menu 1

La Foret Salade

Tortellini La Foret

Quail

Tournedos of Beef Chanterelle

Crème Brûlée

Tasting Menu 2

Prawns Meuniere

Salade Française

Sea Scallops

Elk

Rack of Lamb

Chocolate Truffle Torte

Tasting Menu 3

Tsar Nicoulai Caviar

Beef Tartare

Ahi Tuna

Lobster Tail

Wild Boar

American Wagyu

Soufflé Grand Marnier

Wine Pairing 1

Roederer Estate, Brut, Anderson Valley, California NV

Domaine de Couron, Viognier, Cotes du Rhone, France 2020

Lyric by Etude, Pinot Noir, Santa Barbara, California 2016

Napa Cellars, Cabernet Sauvignon, St. Helena, California 2016

Sandeman, Fine Ruby Port, Porto, Portugal

Wine Pairing 2

Veuve Clicquot, Brut, Champagne, France NV

Mount Hamilton Vineyards, Sauvignon Blanc, Santa Clara Valley 2019

Grgich Hills, Chardonnay, Napa Valley, California 2016

Skyfall, Merlot, Columbia Valley, California 2016

Silver Oak, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California 2016

Fonseca, 20 year, Tawny Port, Porto, Portugal

Wine Pairing 3

Nicolas Feuillatte, Palmes d'Or, Brut, Champagne, France 2008

Grgich Hills, Zinfandel, Napa Valley, California 2015

Chalk Hill, Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma County, California 2019

Paul Hobbs, Chardonnay, Russian River, California 2018

Rombauer, Merlot, Napa Valley, California 2018

Groth, Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakvile District of Napa Valley, California 2016

Dows', 40 year, Tawny Port, Porto, Portugal

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