La Mere Michelle

Name: La Mere Michelle
Address: 14467 Big Basin Way, Saratoga, CA, United States, 95070
Telephone: (408) 867-5272
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.1

4.1

433 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 2 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

Since 1972, this charming upscale French restaurant has an atmosphere of a private home throughout. Located in the heart of fashionable Saratoga, it has been owned and operated by the Masek family almost four decades!
Renowned for its attention to service and excellent cuisine, la Mère Michelle is a superb combination of traditional ambiance with every modern amenity. Each dining area is decorated in a different style to give an overall impression of comfort and refinement.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, Continental
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(408) 867-5272
Website
http://www.lameremichelle.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Marc Andre Masek
Private party facilities
We have several rooms to accommodate functions from 25 to 125 + persons. We are well known for exquisite weddings, rehearsal, corporate functions, meetings etc.

Location
14467 Big Basin Way, Saratoga, CA 95070
Neighbourhood
Saratoga
Cross Street
3 rd Street
Parking details
Parking along side of and behind our building 200+ free spaces
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Shiitake Mushroom caps and Gulf PrawnsUS$18.00
Sautéed in white wine, lemon and garlic butter
Baked Brie with ApricotsUS$16.00
Brie cheese with dried apricots Wrapped in puff pastry
Escargots BourguignonUS$18.00
Natural shells filled with escargots And garlic butter
Assorted Pate'sUS$17.00
Venison Galantine and mousse of duck and goose liver Served with chutney and Cumberland sauce
Saumon FumeUS$17.00
Scotch smoked salmon With capers and red onions
Sautéed Mixed MushroomsUS$12.00
Button & Shiitakes in Garlic butter
Prosciutto de Parma and MelonUS$16.00

Salads and Soups

Apple and EndiveUS$12.00
Endive, Apple slices, Danish Blue Cheese, Candied Walnuts, Light vinaigrette
California WedgeUS$12.00
Iceberg Lettuce, Point Reyes Blue Cheese, Apple wood Smoked Bacon and Tomatoes
Classic Caesar SaladUS$11.00
Romaine hearts lightly tossed in Caesar dressing
Brazilian Hearts of PalmsUS$14.00
Served over a bed of mixed greens
Red, White & BlueUS$14.00
Tomato, red onion & Danish blue cheese
Assorted Mixed GreensUS$8.00
French Onion Soup GratinUS$12.00
Classic Onion Soup topped with Gruyere Cheese
Soup of the DayUS$8.00

Seafood and Poultry

Grilled Mahi-MahiUS$32.00
lemon garlic butter white wine
Prawns BordelaiseUS$38.00
white wine, lemon, Garlic butter
King SalmonUS$34.00
Citrus burre blanc
Crab CakesUS$32.00
with lemon cream
Magret de Canard MontmorencyUS$36.00
Duck Breast with Morello cherry, Kirshwasser Demi Glace
Sesame Duck BreastUS$36.00
Sesame crusted Duck breast, Garlic honey demi glace
Chicken SaltimboccaUS$32.00
chicken breast with prosciutto and sage
Chicken ForestiereUS$29.00
wild mushroom cream
Curry ChickenUS$29.00
Madras curry cream
Chicken TarragonUS$28.00
Tarragon reduction with white wine
Cheese RavioliUS$22.00
Marinara Sauce

Black Angus Beef

Filet Mignon
- 8 ozUS$54.00
New York Steak
- 16 ozUS$50.00
Bone In Rib EyeUS$75.00
Choice of Sauce: Béarnaise, Cognac Peppercorn, Cabernet Demi Glace, Blue Cheese Demi Glace, Mushroom Demi-glace
Calf's Liver and OnionUS$28.00
Veal Scaloppini MarsalaUS$36.00
Veal PiccataUS$36.00
Original Wiener SchnitzelUS$38.00
Rack of LambUS$47.00
Mint Demi-glace

What 433 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
3.9Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

433 Reviews

B
Ben
VIP
Los Angeles
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Pretty unimpressed. Went here for Valentine’s Day. They have no cocktail menu. Service was slow. Caesar salad had WAY too much dressing. Steak was not cooked properly. Asked for medium rare and it was rare. Potatoes were cold. The place felt like a retirement home.
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Jennifer
San Francisco
68 reviews
2.0
68 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
We had to make last minute New Year’s Eve reservations, and it should have been a red flag that there were so many openings at La Mère Michelle. Service was very slow. It took nearly 45 minutes for us to get drinks and our bread basket. The waiter seemed scattered and dropped off our unopened bottle of wine to rush back for plates for another table. Our soups (carrot and French onion) and appetizers (pâté and smoked salmon), were good, but our duck entrees were abysmal. We got both the classic style with cherry sauce and the sesame one. The entire plate of food was lukewarm, and the sauce was thick and gloppy. The scalloped potatoes were slopped into the plate and congealed. The baby carrots looked like they came straight out of the plastic bag, but they had a decent flavor. The green beans were cold and shriveled. It was very disappointing for the price. Lastly, we ordered coffees, and they were also lukewarm. The atmosphere was 1980’s dated, with ruffled dust-collecting drapery and dead flower swags. This place has seen its day. We were not impressed and won’t return.
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Gita
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice evening, great food and very nice service Looking forward going back
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Susan
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a pleasure to have Christmas Eve dinner at La Mere Michelle. We appreciated the warm, friendly, welcome when we arrived. The French Onion Soup was delicious, complete with a thick layer of cheese. The Chicken Tarragon entree was the best I've ever had with a Tarragon reduction that was divine. My family member ordered the Chicken Forestiere with wild mushroom cream, also delicious. Both entrees had plenty of sauce unlike some restaurants that only provide a few tablespoons, were served with green beans and scalloped potatoes, and were pleasantly filling. We didn't leave hungry. A slice of chocolate hazelnut cake with excellent flavor finished the meal.
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Martin
San Francisco
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Very surprised that such a large place was practically empty on a Saturday night. Three tables were occupied and it was noisy. The waiter was courteous and efficient. Unfortunately the food was not equal to its cost.
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Cathy
San Francisco
38 reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding service and delicious food. We enjoyed our meal and overall experience.
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Nancy
VIP
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the best Thanksgiving dinner. The turkey along with all the trimmings were amazing and the pumpkin pie with whipped cream was so delicious. Our waiter was Moe and he is by far the best server in town.
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Nadine
VIP
San Francisco
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Petite filet mignon was excellent and perfectly cooked. Weinerschnitzel is a consistent performer. Our waiter is just phenomenal, knows when to approach and serves with a smile.
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Kris
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice meal, they weren't too busy. Food came out perfectly cooked (had the filet, medium and shrimp dish). The French Onion soup was phenomenal! Really, really delicious. I definitely will go again, just for the soup!
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Lisa
San Francisco
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We have enjoyed La Mere Michelle for 28 years, sitting by the front window enjoying the fresh air and big portions of yummy French country food. I think now is the time to hire a new greeter though, as the original owner, a lovely lady, whom is no longer able to do the job she did for all those many years, and they definitely need more help.
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FAQs

La Mere Michelle offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (408) 867-5272.

La Mere Michelle is rated 4.1 stars by 433 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

14467 Big Basin Way, Saratoga, CA 95070

Additional information

Cross Street
3 rd Street
Neighbourhood
Saratoga
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, Continental
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking along side of and behind our building 200+ free spaces
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Marc Andre Masek
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.lameremichelle.com/
Phone number
(408) 867-5272
Private party facilities
We have several rooms to accommodate functions from 25 to 125 + persons. We are well known for exquisite weddings, rehearsal, corporate functions, meetings etc.

La Mere Michelle

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Appetizers

Shiitake Mushroom caps and Gulf PrawnsUS$18.00

Baked Brie with ApricotsUS$16.00

Escargots BourguignonUS$18.00

Assorted Pate'sUS$17.00

Saumon FumeUS$17.00

Sautéed Mixed MushroomsUS$12.00

Prosciutto de Parma and MelonUS$16.00

Salads and Soups

Apple and EndiveUS$12.00

California WedgeUS$12.00

Classic Caesar SaladUS$11.00

Brazilian Hearts of PalmsUS$14.00

Red, White & BlueUS$14.00

Assorted Mixed GreensUS$8.00

French Onion Soup GratinUS$12.00

Soup of the DayUS$8.00

Seafood and Poultry

Grilled Mahi-MahiUS$32.00

Prawns BordelaiseUS$38.00

King SalmonUS$34.00

Crab CakesUS$32.00

Magret de Canard MontmorencyUS$36.00

Sesame Duck BreastUS$36.00

Chicken SaltimboccaUS$32.00

Chicken ForestiereUS$29.00

Curry ChickenUS$29.00

Chicken TarragonUS$28.00

Cheese RavioliUS$22.00

Black Angus Beef

Filet Mignon

New York Steak

Bone In Rib EyeUS$75.00

Calf's Liver and OnionUS$28.00

Veal Scaloppini MarsalaUS$36.00

Veal PiccataUS$36.00

Original Wiener SchnitzelUS$38.00

Rack of LambUS$47.00

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Does La Mere Michelle offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is La Mere Michelle currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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