Portola Valley Restaurants

Such a beautiful restaurant! The lovely chandeliers lit up and beautifully set tables were so nice. We had a wonderful waiter who helped with selections. We had the lobster roll which was nice and light, no heavy dressing. Nice luncheon size. Along with that we added truffle fries which were bomb! So good! The 2nd entree were ordered was the Chinese chicken salad which hubby said was very good, with light dressing. Very enjoyable lunch! Thank you!

Hey We had a very good time. One small point: The menu was creased and we could see it had been well used. Small details make big difference.

We were seated immediately and service throughout our lunch was impeccable. We started with Champagne recommeneded by the sommelier and it was wonderful. The prix fixe menu offered a good variety of selections. We both opted for the beet and pistachio salad, which was an excellent combination of red and yellow beets, a few mandarin orange segments and a small scoop of goat cheese with a crust of pistachios. My seatmate had the striped bass and found it delicious. I had the crab risotto which was perfect—good chunks of crab and creamy risotto. Dessert was beignets for me and a complimentary birthday cake and ice cream bon bon with candle for my seat mate. To round things out, a Champagne by the glass and an espresso. Woodside Pub must also be complimented for the ambience. The room was elegant without being pretentious or overwrought. And the lighting was perfect - not too bright or too dark, just right to flatter but far from the harsh lighting found in some establishments.

This restaurant is seriously one of my favorite restaurants in the whole wide world having eaten there since they opened over 25 years ago it has always been amazing. Continues to be amazing on every level food wine list service it is like going home. The food is superior amazing And a must always.

Daily specials (soup and crab cake in particular)were great additions to a varied menu. Tasty! Surprise though - when did they or anyone start charging for BREAD?????