Polenteria

4.6

190 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Mar 1, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 8 times today

Gluten-free-friendly
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

Nestled in downtown Los Gatos, Polenteria serves up Italian cuisine, that is Celiac safe.
We are a small 22 seat restaurant, that is very intimate. With a European feel, many of our guests proclaim that they have been whisked away to Italy or France. We love that!

Many accolades from the SF Chronicle, and the Mercury News as well as Eater SF hail Chef Yvonne and her team at Polenteria for being on the cutting edge of the Gluten Free Movement, and more importantly providing a safe space for those with Celiac to dine without hesitation.

We are a small restaurant and therefore we do have a strict no show- cancellation policy. we need 24 hours or more. Please be considerate of this.

We thank you and look forward to being of service.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(408) 884-8370
Website
https://www.polenteria.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Yvonne Khananis
Catering
Our parent catering company, Reverence Catering, is a full service catering company that can accommodate events up to 5000 guests.<br /><br />Please reach out for more info at info@reverencatering.com
Private party facilities
We offer a complete buyout of our restaurant for a flat fee of $5500.00, on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Monday and Tuesday a flat fee of 2500.00. Wednesday and Sunday, are at a flat fee of $4000.00. Please reach out for more details, eat@polenteria.com

Location
10 Victory Ln, Los Gatos, CA 95030
Neighbourhood
Los Gatos
Cross Street
We are at the backside of main & N Santa Cruz Avenue in Downtown Los Ga
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Frito Misto di Calamari US$21.00
~ Calabrian Aioli + Jalapeno Vinaigrette
Beet + Orange Carpaccio US$17.00
~ Fennel, balsamic glaze, fried goat cheese, micro greens, sunflower seeds
Arrancini del Giorno. US$15.00
Cheese Stuffed Risotto Balls with a white wine garlic + Calabrian chili sauce. (3 pieces)
Mama's Meatballs. US$15.00
Beef Meatballs in our spicy marinara sauce
Cavolfiore US$15.00
~ roasted cauliflower, capers, lemon + Shaved parmesan
Focaccia To GoUS$18.00
Our house made focaccia. (gluten free + vegan)
Formaggio (cheese plate)US$24.00
Chefs whim, with jam + local honey
Salumi US$24.00
Chefs Italian cured meat section with house made giardinara + grain Mustard

Insalate

Colossea. US$15.00
~ granny smith apple, red onion, goat cheese, dried cranberry, field greens, balsamic vinaigrette
Caprese. US$16.00
~ roasted roma tomato, burrata, fresh basil, E.V.O.O.,
Chicory. US$16.00
~ frisee, endive & radichio, gorgonzola dolce, toasted pistachio
Caesar. US$15.00
~ romaine, radicchio, shaved parmesan, crispy prosciutto
Beet + StrawberryUS$17.00
~ Spinach, burrata, sugared walnuts, lemon agave, EVOO, balsamic glaze
Heirloom Tomato US$17.00
~ Arugula, watermelon, red onion, Malson Salt, EVOO

Cena.

Main Dishes

Bistecca alla Fiorentina US$80.00
~T-bone steak, fried polenta, foraged mushrooms, sauteed spinach, peppercorn sauce
Halibut Piccata US$42.00
~ Capers, lemon, butter & wine + mashed potatoes
Lamb Chops. US$38.00
~ mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, figs,rosemary port wine sauce
Tagliata US$48.00
~ NY Strip,roasted heirloom potatoes, arugula salad
Eggplant Parmesan. US$30.00
~ parmigiano reggiano, roma tomato sauce, basil
Chicken Parmesan. US$35.00
~ spaghetti, alfredo sauce
Chicken Vesuvio. US$35.00
~ Roasted lemon potatoes, au jus

Polenta

Bolognese. US$26.00
~ bolognese, shaved parmeigiano- reggiano
Del Contadino. US$24.00
~ roasted tomato, carmelized onion, mushrooms, gorgonzola
Salsiccia E Funghi. US$28.00
~ foraged mushrooms and house-made sausage, shaved parmeigiano- reggiano
Fungo Reale. US$26.00
~ truffle alfredo, king mushroom medley

Pasta

House Made Pasta

Salmon alla Vodka Sauce. US$38.00
~ mascarpone, parmeigiano- reggiano
Gnocchi. US$34.00
~ pesto cream, fried mushrooms, torn basil
Meatballs + Spaghetti. US$32.00
~ three large meatballs, house made marinara, shaved parmeigiano- reggiano
Arrabiata + Burrata. US$32.00
~ houe made arrabbiata, imported burrata, parmeigiano- reggiano
Shrimp Scampi US$36.00
~ linguine, garlic, white wine, basil, escarole, grape tomatoes

Dolce

Dessert

Cannoli US$15.00
Tiramisu US$16.00
Lemon Ricotta CheesecakeUS$16.00

What 190 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Jose / Silicon Valley
Healthy
San Jose / Silicon Valley
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Polenteria is a cozy, gluten-free gem in Los Gatos, offering "amazing food" that delights those with dietary restrictions and beyond. The "service is exceptional," creating a welcoming atmosphere in its small, intimate setting. Popular dishes include the "gnocchi with fried mushrooms" and "phenomenal bread." Despite its size, it's "worth the drive."

190 Reviews

R
Rosemary
VIP
San Francisco
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So glad they are open for lunch. Ample portions and delicious. It is a gem of a restaurant.
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Lynn
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food. Very small space but well done. We had the table next to the door and try as the staff did, serve customers kept leaving it open. Hope to not get that table next time!
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Ankur
San Francisco
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was incredible! Can’t wait to come back.
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george
VIP
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A charming wonderful, small little gem in Los Gatos
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Julie
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have a gluten allergy and I have never experienced such amazing delicious food like I did tonight !!!! Everything was so delicious and I will go back again .
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Lisa
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was fabulous; drinks, bread, appts dinner
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Noam
VIP
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent high end modern Italian food, everything we ordered was excellent including the special desserts. Service is polite, fast and amiable.
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Rhianna
San Francisco
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We wanted to love this place but overall was underwhelming. We tried to get a reservation for quite a while. It is a very small restaurant. Inside is cute but no bathroom within restaurant to use. The service was ok. A few positives, my husband like his sausage, polenta, and mushroom dish. The cocktails were also good but $20 each. The gf bread was ok, not served warm. The dip with the bread was good. My shrimp scampi with bucatini was ok but shrimp slightly overcooked and not memorable to reorder. Salad with endive and pears was small and underseasoned. Husband inquired about a birthday dessert. Told they would add a candle. Water is $8. Guests at table next to us were not a fan of their dessert so we did not order one. Unfortunately we will not return.
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Paul
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
There were four of us. Two had polenta dishes one mushroom and one sausage, one had lamb shank and one had a sausage pasta. We all thought the dishes were excellent. The owner, Yvonne came and talked to us for a while and was very nice and forthcoming about her current endeavors besides La Polenteria, which included a catering service. Very nice..
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Kelly
VIP
San Diego
57 reviews
5.0
57 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious and I can't wait to go back!
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FAQs

Polenteria offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (408) 884-8370.

Polenteria is rated 4.6 stars by 190 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 1, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

10 Victory Ln, Los Gatos, CA 95030

Additional information

Cross Street
We are at the backside of main & N Santa Cruz Avenue in Downtown Los Ga
Neighbourhood
Los Gatos
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Yvonne Khananis
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.polenteria.com/
Phone number
(408) 884-8370
Catering
Our parent catering company, Reverence Catering, is a full service catering company that can accommodate events up to 5000 guests.<br /><br />Please reach out for more info at info@reverencatering.com
Private party facilities
We offer a complete buyout of our restaurant for a flat fee of $5500.00, on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Monday and Tuesday a flat fee of 2500.00. Wednesday and Sunday, are at a flat fee of $4000.00. Please reach out for more details, eat@polenteria.com

Polenteria

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Appetizers

Frito Misto di Calamari US$21.00

Beet + Orange Carpaccio US$17.00

Arrancini del Giorno. US$15.00

Mama's Meatballs. US$15.00

Cavolfiore US$15.00

Focaccia To GoUS$18.00

Formaggio (cheese plate)US$24.00

Salumi US$24.00

Insalate

Colossea. US$15.00

Caprese. US$16.00

Chicory. US$16.00

Caesar. US$15.00

Beet + StrawberryUS$17.00

Heirloom Tomato US$17.00

Cena.

Bistecca alla Fiorentina US$80.00

Halibut Piccata US$42.00

Lamb Chops. US$38.00

Tagliata US$48.00

Eggplant Parmesan. US$30.00

Chicken Parmesan. US$35.00

Chicken Vesuvio. US$35.00

Polenta

Bolognese. US$26.00

Del Contadino. US$24.00

Salsiccia E Funghi. US$28.00

Fungo Reale. US$26.00

Pasta

Salmon alla Vodka Sauce. US$38.00

Gnocchi. US$34.00

Meatballs + Spaghetti. US$32.00

Arrabiata + Burrata. US$32.00

Shrimp Scampi US$36.00

Dolce

Cannoli US$15.00

Tiramisu US$16.00

Lemon Ricotta CheesecakeUS$16.00

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