La Fontaine Restaurant

Name: La Fontaine Restaurant
Address: 186 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA, United States, 94041
Telephone: (650) 968-2300
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

893 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Jan 18, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 12 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Good for business meals

Spiced with the flavors of France and Italy, La Fontaine serves an array of pasta dishes, entrees (chicken, veal, or fish) and seafood specialties. Whether you're craving something creamy, tomato-based or succulent, there's a dish for everyone to enjoy.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, French
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(650) 968-2300
Website
http://www.lafontainerestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Hasan Yildiz
Catering
Please inquire about catering for your event our meeting. We can create menus according to your event and budget.

Location
186 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA 94041
Neighbourhood
Mountain View
Cross Street
Villa Street
Parking details
Parking: We recommend the 4-story parking structure behind the restaurant (enter on Cherry).<br />There are also other parking lots along Cherry or street parking.<br />
Public transit
CalTrain: The Mountain View stop is two blocks from the restaurant.Public Transportation: The VTA bus stop is in front of the restaurant.
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Fromage de chèvre aux pistachesUS$15.00
pistachio crusted goat cheese, caramelized onion, honey, crostini
Prosciutto e MeloneUS$12.00
prosciutto di parma, seasonal melon
Smoked Salmon CrostiniUS$15.00
Smoked salmon, dill aioli, crostini bread
Calamari FrittiUS$15.00
lightly breaded calamari, remoulade, spicy marinara
La CapreseUS$14.00
fresh mozeralla, tomato, basil, tarragon, extra virgin olive oil
BruschettaUS$10.00
garlic - basil marinated tomatoes, artichoke hearts, parmigiana
Gratin de l'AubergineUS$12.00
olive oil marinated eggplant, tomato, ricotta, and parmesan
Antipasti for TwoUS$21.00
bruschetta, caprese, prosciutto melon, beet salad

Salads

add: chicken $4, steak $6, shrimp $6, ahi tuna $6, salmon $8

Caesar saladUS$10.00
romaine lettuce, parmigiana cheese, croutons, caesar dressing
Beet SaladUS$12.00
roasted red & golden beets, arugula, goat cheese, almonds, citrus-truffle vinaigrette
Spinach SaladUS$12.00
Baby spinach, strawberries, mango, almonds, romano cheese, raspberry vinaigrette
La Fontaine SaladUS$6.00
organic mix greens, cherry tomato, kalamata olives, red onions, house dressing

Pizzas

Golden Margherita (v)US$19.00
Organic yellow tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil, olive oil
La Fontaine PizzaUS$24.00
Red tomato sauce, mozzarella, cured spicy sausage, Calabrian chili peppers, crimini mushrooms, olives, red onion
Burrata PizzaUS$22.00
Red tomato sauce, artichoke hearts, fresh burrata cheese, arugula, cherry tomatoes
Vegetarian PizzaUS$20.00
Red tomato suce, Fontina cheese, portabella mushroom, eggplant, zucchini, roasted bell pepper, chopped tomatoes
Prosciutto Cotto PizzaUS$23.00
Red tomato sauce, crimping mushrooms, mozzarella, artichoke hearts, prosciutto cotto ham, shaved cheese, truffle oil

Sandwiches (with House Salad and Pomme Frittes)

Chicken SandwichUS$17.00
baby arugula, tomato, avocado, melted mozzarella, basil aioli, house salad, pomme frittes
Salmon SandwichUS$20.00
pan seared salmon, red onions, capers, baby arugula, remoulade
LF BurgerUS$18.00
1/2 pound Angus beef patty, caramelized onions, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, dijon mustard, cornice pickles, with garlic fries

Entrees

Capellini Al PomodoroUS$19.00
angel hair pasta, chopped tomato, garlic, basil, marinara sauce
Roasted Garlic Mushroom RavioliUS$23.00
basil pesto
Gnocchi al TrufflesUS$22.00
pinach and potato dumplings, mushroom, cream, truffle
Pollo d'AngeloUS$22.00
penne, chicken breast, mushrooms, green peas, sundried tomatoes, cream, sherry
Seafood PappardelleUS$29.00
prawns, manila clams, black mussels, scallops, tomato broth
RisottoUS$22.00
italian arborio rice, asparagus, spinach, sundried tomatoes, vodka, marinara
Chicken PaillardUS$21.00
grilled chicken breast, seasonal vegetables, extra virgin olive oil, fine herbs
Poulet Aux ChampignonsUS$23.00
chicken scallopini, mushroom, cognac, dijon mustard, cream
Grilled SalmonUS$29.00
garlic - basil marinated tomatoes, vin cotto, mashed potatoes, vegetables
SoleUS$26.00
risotto milanese, caperberries, sauteed spinach, whole grain mustard - beurre blanc
Steak FritesUS$39.00
grilled ribeye steak, peppercorn, chianti, truffle pomme frittes

What 893 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.8Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

La Fontaine Restaurant offers a "very nice, cozy, home style environment" with "superb service and wonderful food." Guests rave about the "excellent fresh homemade pastas" and the "best food in Mountain View." While some find it "loud," many enjoy the "outdoor seating" and "great wine list." The "exceptional service" and delightful dishes like the "Beef Wellington" and "crab cakes" contribute to a memorable dining experience.

893 Reviews

D
Don
VIP
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience, with spectacular food and service.
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Betty
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
RE: lunch. Portions were generous. Service staff was polite and attentive. Food was nicely seasoned but not "over-dressed" or dull (which can be the case, for example, in salads that are included.) Fries were to die for! very thinly cut, so the crispiness, not mushy inside, prevailed. And they were obviously fresh from the pan. I will definitely be introducing friends to this restaurant and hope they have success on Castro Street, where many establishments don't seem to be making it.
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Vivian
San Francisco
45 reviews
5.0
45 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoy the good food and spot on cocktails. Our wait person went above and beyond to see if we can change the sauce on an entree. La Fontaine is consistent. We will continue to revisit.
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ravi
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We visited the restaurant on New Year's Eve. Very nice, cozy, home style environment.The food is very good with excellent portions and freshness! The seating could be a little bit better. It's really hard to hear someone sitting across from you as the tables are within arms length. Overall, I would recommend this restaurant if you are in the area looking for a very authentic dinner option.
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Adriana
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pleasant dinner with my husbands. Supperb service and wonderful food, never disappointed.
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Kirk
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
3 of the group got their $42 steak. It was 1/2 inch thick and it only came with French Fries. For that kind of money I would have expected a much better piece of meat
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r
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 16, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was ok. Nothing great. Service and ambience was good.
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Richard
VIP
Phoenix
115 reviews
5.0
115 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really enjoyed our first time at La Fontaine. Split a spinach, strawberry salad and had branzino and duck breast for entrees. Great presentation on both dishes. The fish was perfectly prepared and accompanied by a nice selection of veggies and potatoes. The duck was tender and tasty in a cranberry sauce with black rice and asparagus. The chocolate lava cake for dessert was attractive and delicious. Add friendly and professional service in a well appointed space and you have a perfect dinner out
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sheryl
Yosemite
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waitress was fantastic. We wanted for nothing. Great wine list. The food was delicious and plated beautifully. We had a great Christmas party. Thank you.
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Michelle
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Overall quite a decent place. The food was delicious. The service was friendly. Parking is hard to find.
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FAQs

La Fontaine Restaurant offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. La Fontaine Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 968-2300.

La Fontaine Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 893 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 18, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

186 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA 94041

Additional information

Cross Street
Villa Street
Neighbourhood
Mountain View
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, French
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking: We recommend the 4-story parking structure behind the restaurant (enter on Cherry).<br />There are also other parking lots along Cherry or street parking.<br />
Public transit
CalTrain: The Mountain View stop is two blocks from the restaurant.Public Transportation: The VTA bus stop is in front of the restaurant.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Hasan Yildiz
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.lafontainerestaurant.com/
Phone number
(650) 968-2300
Catering
Please inquire about catering for your event our meeting. We can create menus according to your event and budget.

La Fontaine Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Cordon Bleu

Beef Wellington

Crab Cakes

Antipasti

Fromage de chèvre aux pistachesUS$15.00

Prosciutto e MeloneUS$12.00

Smoked Salmon CrostiniUS$15.00

Calamari FrittiUS$15.00

La CapreseUS$14.00

BruschettaUS$10.00

Gratin de l'AubergineUS$12.00

Antipasti for TwoUS$21.00

Salads

Caesar saladUS$10.00

Beet SaladUS$12.00

Spinach SaladUS$12.00

La Fontaine SaladUS$6.00

Pizzas

Golden Margherita (v)US$19.00

La Fontaine PizzaUS$24.00

Burrata PizzaUS$22.00

Vegetarian PizzaUS$20.00

Prosciutto Cotto PizzaUS$23.00

Sandwiches (with House Salad and Pomme Frittes)

Chicken SandwichUS$17.00

Salmon SandwichUS$20.00

LF BurgerUS$18.00

Entrees

Capellini Al PomodoroUS$19.00

Roasted Garlic Mushroom RavioliUS$23.00

Gnocchi al TrufflesUS$22.00

Pollo d'AngeloUS$22.00

Seafood PappardelleUS$29.00

RisottoUS$22.00

Chicken PaillardUS$21.00

Poulet Aux ChampignonsUS$23.00

Grilled SalmonUS$29.00

SoleUS$26.00

Steak FritesUS$39.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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Does La Fontaine Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is La Fontaine Restaurant currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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