Elements Restaurant

Oh my! Just say that they're temporarily closed until the end of May 2026, so we lucked out having…read morethe chance to eat here last Friday 05-01-2026 for the first time. First off, great service! Upon arriving the hostess greeted us and asked if we had a reservation. When we told her yes and gave our first name, she immediately said our last name without looking down and seated us. Within moments our server, wish I remembered his name because he was awesome!, also greeted us and introduced himself. He didn't rush us or anything but politely asked if we wanted something to drink other than water. Then he took our order and everything came out in good time. The food was yum with great flavor and the space had a lively scene without it being crowded. So fun to see the double bar that has an opening to the dining room. Everyone was super friendly and wait staff totally professional and helpful. We look forward to come back and to maybe even host a private event since the have a room that can fit about 24 people.

Final Thoughts: 2.50/5…read more My girlies and I went here for a simple dinner and to try it out. Very Asian fusion, specifically French-Vietnamese. Seems fine-ish dining vibes with the dim lights and modern interior that they have. While the whole experience itself was quite nice, the food is not the best and perhaps should still be in the works. It leans so much on trying to be Asian fusion, but the execution isn't there yet for me. Will push the 3 star today given the overall experience we had. Food: Prime Rib Phở (NO MSG): 3.0/5 This was the entrée that we shared. They give around 3 to 5 pieces of meat, which isn't the most ideal thing to see. The meat is tender though, so that's a plus. Given the cut of it, I really wouldn't expect anything less of this though. Speaking of see though, the presentation lacks a lot for me. There wasn't too much color in the bowl. Really just broth, the noodles, and the meat placed on top. Essentially that's all it is, but there's no pop of anything to it. The flavor of the broth is quite good though. It's a lighter, but deep flavor. Will attribute this to some kind of bone meat that they used versus loading it with MSG. The noodles were overcooked and more on the soft side for me. Not much of a bite overall. Grilled Pork Spring Rolls: 1.5/5 This was really underwhelming for me. The grilled pork was nothing extravagant. Crispy eggroll wrapper roll inside was stale. Lacking in body and shape. Each of the rolls were really small and thin and lacking a lot of the filling. Usually I find that other places will overstuff it with vermicelli and vegetables because those are the more inexpensive ingredients in the roll. Here, the proportions were balanced in a sense, but lacking in size. Their sauce is what gets me. I can understand the experimentation, but I do prefer the typical sauce that is used. Perhaps doing a variation of this sauce may be better versus changing it to a completely different sauce. This sauce was a spicy kaffir lime leaf sauce and the tartness and sour flavor just overwhelmed the whole dish, so it became less appetizing for me. Belgian Fries: 3.5/5 These were honestly my favorite item here. Umm...I can't say they're anything extravagant. They were super crispy and the right size for me. Some potato without being too starchy on the inside. The sauce is a truffle aioli and that was truly the star of the show. Most of the rating will be regarding the dipping sauce. It was very rich and the flavors were very balanced. The combination of the truffle with the garlic flavor contributes really well to the dish. Honestly comparable to Cajun fries. Shrimp Mango Ceviche: 2.0/5 Fourth item was also not my favorite at all. The curing sauce was just so tart and sour that it took so much away from the dish itself. Aesthetic wise, was very underwhelming. In my opinion, this would have looked better served inside of a rounder bowl?? versus a shallow plate. The plate just makes it look half eaten given the serving size. The chips were just chips, so nothing extravagant. Balance of shrimp to vegetables appears appropriate though. --------- Quality: Fresh The food items did come out hot. The fries were crispy. They claim their pho broth takes hours to make and I can only take their word from that. Waiters and waitresses seem genuine, so I shall trust them on that. Food appears to be fresh, so no concerns here. Price: Quite steep; $$$ The prices here are quite steep. With what I was served, the prices seem to lean more on the expensive side. I can understand that some ingredients are more pretentious, but I really can't say I would pay this much for what was served. Range is around $8 to $16 for smaller dishes and $20 to $40 for the entrees. Service: Amazing; A+ The service that we were provided today was amazing. The waitress and waiters are very nice and super attentive. They checked on us a few times after all the foods came out and refilled our waters as needed. When we were deciding what foods to order, they were also really patient in going through some of the food choices with us. Ambiance: Fine dining vibes The space really isn't that big and there are really only a few tables inside. The space is big and the ceilings are high, which again, leads me to feel that this place has the fine dining vibes. Interior is quite dim lit and has this calming and warm vibe to it. Location/Parking: Downtown Area/Parking Downtown San Jose is probably all I need to say for people to understand what I mean. IFKYK kind of a deal. I can't say the location is in a bad place per se because it is around this line of other restaurants and stores. The parking is terrible though and perhaps you will find yourself paring at the parking structures for a more affordable cost or a closer one for a more expensive price. The parking lot I chose is free for the first 90 minutes and then they start charging. For one of the closest parking lots, my friend paid $20+ for her ticket.

Seared Salmon on a bed of risotto

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La Foret

I've been in San Jose awhile and never tried this place out. French food via the same owners of…read moreGrandview. Everything was fantastic. Very unique meats like elk and deer, but all was great. Very nice atmosphere as well. Overall a new favorite restaurant.

Such a fantastic experience at La Foret. The drive up was beautiful and peaceful, a perfect set up…read morefor the atmosphere of La Foret. From the moment we walked in I felt a sense of ease. Our server Alan was the absolute best from his demeanor to his suggestions from the menu to his causal banter...he truly made the experience so much more pleasant. Now the food: top tier quality and what surprised me was the game meat being offered. Portions were fairly large, I couldn't finish but if you're truly ravished I'm sure it's perfect. Wine pairings were another note to sing praise for, I mean, in general, this eatery is next to perfect.

Rack of Lamp was delicious!!

Veal chop was out of this world!! Best I've ever had!

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Le Papillon

4.2(1.3k reviews)

9.2 mi•West San Jose

•$$$$

One of the best sea bass, seafood taretare, eggplant, veal you'll ever have. Great service…read more Reasonable pricing for the quality. Loved the palate cleansers and amuse bouche. Just wish they had more wine by the glass. Dessert is not their forte. I'd just do the 3 course next time. So worth it!

Le Papillon has been around for a long time and that is a testament to their great service and…read moreexecution of their French cuisine despite the ever changing restaurant scene. The last time I had a chance to dine here was almost 10 years ago and I had to come back to visit with my girlfriend to celebrate our anniversary. From start to finish the wait staff were tremendous and warm. Our server was on point with his explanations on dishes and was receptive to our needs. The food is pretty typical of French standards (buttery rich) with sauces that go hand-in-hand with the meats with simple preparations but executed well. Our standout dish was definitely the poached lobster with braised leeks! Dessert was great and decadent with their famous soufflé and chocolate ganache dish. Ambience has always been a favorite here as it really sets the mood for dinner with darker tinted hues and lighting and a very quiet atmosphere. To protect that environment they do have a policy with flash and pictures which is actually very appreciated.

Rear dining room

Grilled Rack of Lamb with Pomegranate Jus and Yam Timbale

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Goodtime Bar

4.7(258 reviews)

8.2 mi•Downtown

Came around 6:30 on a weekday and only had to wait a bit for an inside table! The interior is…read moredecorated really nice for Halloween. I wanted sweet wine and even though they didn't have any, the bartender was really accommodating and tried to provide backup options. The bucatini was delicious! A little too oily at the bottom but the crunchiness really added to the dish. Overall a really vibey place to chill at!

A hidden gem for the food, wine, AND company…read more Goodtime Bar is one of those spots I'm always recommending to people before they even ask for recommendations. Any place can serve wine, but it's the food, atmosphere, and community that make Goodtime Bar always a good time. The menu has creative flavor combinations that make it fun to try a little bit of everything. The serving sizes vary from smaller bites to sharables, so it works out great. My favorites I order every single time are the tom yum bucatini, steak frites, and tostadas. As for other items I've tried: oysters are flavorful and thoughtfully put together. The crispy fingerling potatoes with seaweed mayo are criminally addicting. I think the chips and dip are made fresh in house so they have that great real potato texture and flavor. Pro tip: GET THE BREAD. Perhaps a secret menu item. An order comes with a few slices of perfectly toasted buttered bread. You'll want it to dip into the tom yum bucatini sauce. TBH it can be used for all the sauces... in the prawns is great. The chef is a master of sauce. And don't skip dessert! The creme brulee is my guilty pleasure at the end of the night, with a perfectly crisp, crackly sugar crust every time I've had it. The steak frites and a bottle of wine make for a perfect girls' night. There's a nice selection of wines at different price points, and the staff are friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. You can even taste their house wines before committing to a glass, which is a great as someone who doesn't know much about wine. The space works for different moods, too. Inside feels intimate and lively, with a fun buzz that adds to the atmosphere. Outside is lovely when you want open air while catching up with friends over food and wine. Disco ball nights inside are especially vibesy! One of my favorite things is the community here. Their Monday 6 PM run club brings together a welcoming crowd, and the post-run wine-glass offer is such a fun touch. It's a great way to meet people, and the friendly energy makes it easy to feel included even if you come solo. I've gone a couple times when time permits and everyone is sooooo friendly. All paces are welcomed and they have a few people appointed to help direct and make sure no one gets left behind. They also have options beyond wine, including a yuzu cocktail and nonalcoholic drinks like Hiyo. There's a few nearby downtown SJ lot with 90-minute free parking. TL;DR: Come for the food, stay for the wine, and leave loving this DTSJ hidden gem. Whether it's a girls' night, a necessary glass after work, or a Monday run-club meetup, Goodtime Bar is one of my favorite spots in SJ. Rightfully deserved my first Yelp food review.

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Left Bank Brasserie - Santana Row

3.3(3k reviews)

8.4 mi•West San Jose

IMHO My friends and…read moreI came to Left Bank for a celebratory birthday lunch. We chose a comfy booth inside the restaurant after realizing it was just a tad too warm to sit outside. (However, people watching is so much fun when sitting outside!) Cosme was our fabulous server who shared the daily specials with us. I asked him which I should choose, the Ahi Tuna BLT, $26, or the Nicoise Salad, $31. He recommended the BLT! Two friends decided to share the Wester Ross Scottish Salmon, $36, and our other friend ordered her favorite Nicoise salad, $31. My Ahi Tuna BLT was a sight to behold! This sourdough sandwich was crunchy on the outside and multi-layered with sliced ahi tuna, bacon, avocado, tomato, butter lettuce and a horseradish aioli, on the inside, and served with a side of thin and crispy French fries! The portion size was so big that I could only eat half the sandwich! I really like bang-for-my-buck, and I definitely got it with this entree! The fries were perfection, salty and crispy! My friend who always ordered the Nicoise salad when she dines here, totally cleaned her plate. This salad was another showstopper. It was almost too pretty to eat! The two friends who shared the salmon entree were not as impressed. They both thought the salmon was a tad dry when Cosme explained it should be served medium. One friend thought the cauliflower puree base helped to compensate a little for the dryness of the salmon, but the other friend chose to share her displeasure with Cosme, who apologized, then relayed the message to the chef. Shortly after, Cosme offered to have another salmon cooked, which my friends agreed to. Then Left Bank's general manager, Jessica, came over to ask how we were enjoying our meal. Jessica kindly heard their comments regarding the salmon (and the price for a small serving...no bang-for-your-buck with the salmon...) and offered to have another salmon served up for them. (We told her that Cosme had already arranged for that.) She assured she would inspect the next serving before it was presented. It came out looking even more beautiful and enticing then the first plating, and happily the cook and texture was perfect the second time around! I was surprised with a birthday plate of ice cream decorated with raspberries, a chocolate leaf, and yummy crushed wafers, compliments of Jessica. Thank you, Jessica, Cosme, and your staff for your epic customer service. We will definitely return again soon! I also used my InKind app to pay for my meal. I was able to redeem my InKind reward to pay a portion of my lunch!

I previously gave Left Bank 2 stars years ago, and since it had been such a long time, I decided to…read moregive it another chance. Unfortunately, this visit didn't change my opinion. I'm giving it 2 stars because there wasn't much of a wait when we visited on a Sunday during the World Cup, and the drinks were actually pretty decent. Those were easily the highlights of the experience. The service, however, was lacking. Our server rarely checked on us, and it often felt like we had been forgotten. We ordered three appetizers, but only two ever made it to the table. The two that arrived were honestly disappointing and not something I would order again. The third appetizer never came out at all, and by the time we realized it had been forgotten, we were so over the experience that we decided to leave and find somewhere else to eat. It's disappointing because I really wanted to like it this time around. The location is great, the atmosphere is pleasant, and I was hoping my experience would be different after all these years. Sadly, the food and service still didn't live up to expectations. Maybe others have had better luck, but after giving Left Bank another shot years later, I'm still left feeling underwhelmed.

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Black Sheep Brasserie

3.8(782 reviews)

6.3 mi•Willow Glen

My teenage daughter and I enjoyed the seafood pasta, and the roasted duck! Pass on the snails. Was…read morenot worth the price. We weren't excited about the flavor, but it seemed to have been cooked well.

I wanted to love this place because it's close to my home and I love supporting local…read moreestablishments. Went here for a date with my wife and the server, Lexus, was great. All the staff we met were really good. So, goes without saying I feel bad leaving this review, but I rely on Yelp for recommendations, so I have to. The food was genuinely bad. We ordered French onion soup which arrived lukewarm. The croutons inside were hard. Not crunchy, just stale tasting and hard. I took one bite and realized the cheese on top was actually cold and not melted either. I went back in for onions but got another rock hard cruton. Set it aside to be sent back. The Brussel sprouts were good. No complaints. Steak tartare was bathed in some sort of ketchup-tasting sauce that completely overpowered the other flavors. We ate most of it because we were hungry but I wouldn't recommend it. We ended up canceling our entrees and left. The manager was apologetic and again- I genuinely feel terrible leaving this review. That said, there are so many really good places nearby that it would be unfair for me to sweep this awful food experience under the rug.

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Chez Philippe

4.2(270 reviews)

6.7 mi

French onion soup of course just right Makes a whole lunch. The decor was relaxing and the owner…read morecame around to say hello. I am bring my Grandson as he is studying French language.

Everything we've had during the 4 times we've been here has been prepared very well, seasoned just…read moreright and service has been excellent! Definitely make reservations in advance. We love sitting at the front of the restaurant, near the windows, it's a perfect space for parties of two. Their food portions are a good size - no tiny amounts that some may expect for French food. We've had their escargot, goat cheese salad, beef bourguignon, duck cassoulet, duck confit, flap steak, tarte tatin and they are all absolutely delightful and just mouthwatering! It's not a place we'd be able to go often on a monthly basis as it's slightly on the pricey side and a bit inconvenient for us to drive to - but this place is known for quality and truly worth returning to. 100% THE best French restaurant that I'd ever been to in the SF Bay Area and I highly recommend this spot when you're in the mood for authentic French cuisine: you will not be disappointed.

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Épernay Bistro

4.3(205 reviews)

6.5 mi

FOUND our new family favorite!!!…read more We came here as a family on Sunday evening for dinner: me, my husband, and our 11-year-old daughter. The vibe was cozy and warm without being loud. We went all out on appetizers: the seafood tower, bread service, French onion soup, and crispy potatoes & caviar. The seafood tower was incredibly fresh, with some of the best oysters I've had. The onion soup was rich and comforting, and the crispy potatoes topped with caviar were a total standout. The best part was my daughter. She's a picky eater who barely eats, and she devoured the potatoes, the baguette, and even the onion soup! When the server said our mains were coming, she actually gasped because she was already so full. The Boeuf Bourguignon and Epernay Burger were both perfect. We were too stuffed to try the Confit de Canard, so we'll definitely be back very soon. Dessert? Don't even get me started on HOW AMAZING their beignets is to die for. (No photo because we ate them all so fast) It's close to home and perfect for a family dinner or a date night. 1000000000/10!!!

Had a meal at Épernay Bistro and ordered the Oeufs Cocotte, Smoked Salmon Tartare, and Soupe à…read morel'Oignon. It's a charming French-style bistro with a more intimate atmosphere that feels nice for a sit-down meal without being overly formal. The menu has a good selection of classic French dishes, and the setting makes it a lovely spot for a date or a meal with friends. Overall, we had a great experience with the service and the food. Worth making a detour if you're looking for a charming French bistro.

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Naschmarkt - Campbell

4.5(1.6k reviews)

6.4 mi

Service was excellent. I believe our servers name was Matt (he was also the host). Very attentive…read moreand willing to answer any questions we had as well as share his opinion if we asked. He recommended an excellent wine based on our likes. Food came out pipping hot and was all delicious. We had duck confeti and jager schnitzel. Ambiance is casually elegant. Highly recommend!

IMHO We enjoyed a…read morespecial friends reunion dinner at one of our favorite restaurants! If you've got a large party (ours was 7), book a 5 p.m. reservation. Most of the tables serve parties of two or four in this cozy restaurant and there are outdoor tables available as well. As always, we were warmly greeted and taken care of by Sal and his front-of-house team. Sal recommended the Austrian Maultier cocktail, ($18) and the Barrel Aged Metropolis ($20) for my hubby and I. We also shared a beet salad, $18, and a cheese pretzel (perfectly soft and salty) with cheese dip, $16. Our entrees included the Pork Cutlet Wiener Schnitzel, $36, and the Veal Cutlet Wiener Schnitzel, $45. These came with a warm potato salad side and bowl of spaetzle. Our friends' entrees included the Veggie Lasagne, $32, Jager Schnitzel, $38, and the Double Cooked Pork Belly, $42. Additional appetizers were the Sausage Trio, $39, and the pan-seared scallops, $28. Dessert was the vanilla souffle, apple strudel, chocolate sacher torte, all delicious, but our favorite was the souffle! Our whole meal experience was memorable due to the fantastic food and epic service. Get thee to Naschmarkt! You will not be disappointed!

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Pan-Seared Scallops (part of the three-course Valentine's Day Prefix $95/per)

Plumed Horse

3.9(1.5k reviews)

9.8 mi

•$$$$

After the last visit, the restaurant contacted us and apologized and offered to have us try again…read more This time it was MUCH better. We went on a Saturday night and they seemed to have more staff. The room wasn't freezing. So maybe go on a weekend or now they have taken notice and hopefully will do better. The food was all beautifully presented and cooked to what we requested e.g. I like medium well, my parents like well, and the rest of the table goes with what the chef suggests. The canapes were beautiful and delicious. I asked to substitute out the raw protein and they subbed for veggies which often I don't like but I liked these! The fish was presented in a unique manner (on it's side with mousse in between) some items were way too salty e.g. the fried beef tendon chip, the sauce for the parmesan souffle, Dessert was WOW. pumpkin shaped pumpkin cheesecake. bingsu with melon and unique ice cream flavor. chocolate cake with pudding/mousse. beautiful and delicious and the Happy Anniversary was beautiful and cute (little hearts) The timing of the food was better. though still odd to have bread as its own course, though delicious, but other places give you as much bread as you want. But the bread was delicious but before the main course is counter "protein first, then carbs" philosophy which many have adopted for healthier lifestyle. Staff: everyone was welcoming and checked in on us. Our main server Jonathan was very attentive and checked in on us at least 3 times if not more. impressive that they offered me a black napkin given my black dress. next level fancy. They have redeemed themselves and we will continue to come back for our family celebrations. Maybe we'll book the chef's table next time.

We got the 8 course menu, my personal favorite was the black pepper & parmesan soufflé, but the…read morerest of the dishes were quite average. I won't dwell too much on the food, but I truly cannot help about the service. For a 1 star Michelin restaurant, the service was extremely disappointing! Extremely! First, the wait between courses was long. We even waited 40+min for one of the dishes, making the whole meal drag on for over 3+ hours. Second, they didn't clear the table at all throughout the night. Forget Michelin, even most decent restaurants crumber or wipe down the table after each course. When we asked them to clean the table, they literally just scraped the crumbs onto the FLOOR! The service quality is nowhere near Michelin. Finally, the tables are packed way too close together. I could hear every single piece of gossip from the table next to us. All in all, we spent nearly $800 for two, and considering both the service and the atmosphere, it was definitely not meeting the expectations.

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Ryan J.

17 years ago

Every time we visit our friends in Almaden Valley, we'd dine at the other restaurant down the road. Unexpectedly, last week we happened to see Elements around the corner of Valiente. As other reviews had mentioned, the location was sort of hidden. After reading the menu, we thought to ourselves, Pourquoi Pas? If the food was not good, we could step to the Bar next door and call it a night. Food: Our party of three had the Halibut (with saffron sauce), Filet Mignon (with black truffle sauce), Tea-smoked Duck (with cranberry sauce), Crab Napoleon and Papaya salad. Our biggest surprise was the quality of all the dishes, compared to the prices and service, Elements deserved an extra star for bringing great quality foods at the most reasonable prices. I was personally pleased to see none of the dishes on the menu with a repeated sauce, everything appeared to be unique and well-thought. The papaya salad, in my opinion, was simply outstanding. I'd had papaya salad many times at other restaurants (mostly Thai), but Elements' version of this salad brought it to a new level, I didn't care too much for the fried prawns, the papaya was just great without them. Service: for the most part, service was good, yet it needed some refinement. Sometimes, service appeared to be "overattentive", I did not like my plate taken away too quickly, nor my water refilled when it was only 1/4 empty. Ambiance: The restaurant's decor was tastefully done, nothing over-the-top, nor too fancy. Although I would categorize Elements as Fine-dinning restaurant, but the prices and friendly service reflects more of a French Bistro. We did not order dessert that night, perhaps on the next visit we will. The desserts on the next table looked amazing though. Overall, our risk was paid off, Elements happened to be quite a find. If we lived close by, we would eat here more often. My fiancée was talking about having our rehearsal dinner at Elements, there is definitely a possibility. read more

Y Y.

18 years ago

Elements is a great restaurant. Not sure how other Yelpers said about the Pad Thai, but I love it there. This restaurant makes amazing Pad Thai, I hope somebody out there would agree with me. Elements is the third restaurant at this location, and so far it is the best. The first one called Umunhum, the food was good but it was very expensive and pretentious, it only lasted for a short time. The second one was called Bistro Almaden, the food was awful, service was bad and rude, glad it was gone. Although Elements is known as Euro-Asian, the menu offers varieties of choices ranging from roasted Rack of Lamb, Tea Duck, Sea Bass with Truffle... to every day comfort food such as Burger or Meat Loaf. We can take our children here and they can still enjoy their simple Chicken Nuggets or Pasta as much as we enjoy our Lobster Bisque or Vietnamese Crab Cakes (Yum). In my opinion, although this restaurant does not seem to fit as an "authentic" Vietnamese restaurant, its Euro-Asian Fusion does work well at this particular location, and not only our picky children love it, our friends and neighbors love it too. FYI: Elements only opens for dinner (Tues-Sat), and sometimes it closes on holidays. So make sure you call to see if it's open. read more

Derick P.

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10 years ago

Great family owned Vietnamese fusion restaurant that delivers all the time. I've been here a few times and the menu changes but it's always always great. The service is impeccable and everyone is very attentive. The rack of lamb was really good as was the filet mignon. The BBQ mussels were really different from anywhere else with the ginger and peanuts. The wonton soup is great as the wontons are good small size to take in as one bite. My business partner and I have eaten here together 3-4 times and although I did not have it he has ordered the meat loaf every time as it was so good. Great parking, great service, and great food and incredible wine list. It's a true gem of Almaden and definitely worth coming here for a nice dinner. read more

Lisa L.

17 years ago

Hello food enthusiast,put this restraunt on the top of the list of places to eat. This is a family run business that takes pride in excellent service and the freshness in fine foods. Eatable Art. What is great about Elements is the food is always fresh and consistent, they will also cater to your dietary needs with in reason. Best creative fish cook in the bay area. Great place to bring a date. Can't get a sitter,there is always something for the kids.Very close to Oak ridge mall.Worth the extra mile,and there prices are very reasonable. Lisa five year guest of Elements.Enjoy read more

Jennifer L.

12 years ago

Great restaurant. It seems like it is family owned but the chefs are professionally trained. Great mix of Vietnamese, French and American food. For me it is like American comfort food done with an French - Asian twist. Presentation is great, and everything I have tried I love. My favorites are the Meatloaf, Beef Stew and Green Papaya salad. Deserts and wine list are fantastic as well. read more

Ron S.

16 years ago

At first impressions, Elements would appear to be a basic "strip mall" restaurant; however, it's far from that. And, if you've never had French and Vietnamese cuisine you will be very pleased. When available, try the Sea Bass but you can never go wrong with their garlic and herb crusted salmon. The food is excellent....the only reason for the 4 stars instead of 5 is the strip mall ambiance. read more

Marge C.

13 years ago

Elements is a fantastic restaurant. The food is always outstanding ~ no matter what you order. My personal favorite is their Ahi. Ahi is my favorite dish to order out. Elements Ahi beats any of the very fancy, elite restaurants in town. Their salads, their desserts are also outstanding. I've never had butternut squash soup better anywhere. The service is great, and the owner a dlight. read more

Ashley A.

13 years ago

Vietnamese+French.... good combination of food. Love this place for nice fusion of Asian food. Lamb chops, served with mashed potatoes-is really awesome. The appetizers are also too delicious. Prices are a bit high but I think it's reasonable. I haven't my particular choice but had something that I didn't like. Overall it is one the best Asian restaurants in this area. read more

Arlene G.

14 years ago

Not sure if this place is worth the price. The dishes are good and all but come on are you serious about the prices. It takes maybe $4 to make a dish here and they triple the price. I guess that's what happens when you are French fusion. Every French restaurant or French fusion place I have been too charge you up the a$$ for mediocre food. The food was pretty bland. read more

Oscar W.

11 years ago

We had the 3-course lunch there last week and it was as good a meal as I've ever had. Dinner or one of the tasting menus would no doubt be even more fantastic. Wonderful service. Nicely paced meal. Out of sight wine list. The halibut entree was probably the best item I've ever eaten. Way above my pay grade so it was probably a once-in-a-lifetime occasion. read more

Kathy M.

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11 years ago

Wow! This is diamond in the rough! So nice to have such a delicious restaurant close to home. I've been here several time and have yet to be disappointed! Everything is delicious. The plate presentation is fabulous and service is great. The serve Asian fusion cuisine and do very good job. I especially enjoy the Vietnamese beef stew on a cold day. read more

Diane B.

16 years ago

This place is fantastic all around. For the food you get, to the decorations, to the friendly staff, this place is a home run. Nestled in a quaint part of almaden in the PW shopping plaza, it even has outside seating with really compliment the atmosphere. The prices are fairly low considering what type of meal you get. 5 STARS read more

Mm M.

6 years ago

I had a hankering for a bowl of soup and I'm on a keto diet which means low to no carbs. I called and ordered a vegetable- tofu - fish soup and I was a little surprised at the price which seemed high -- That is, until I brought it home and started eating it. It was fantastic! Worth every cent! read more

Leila H.

9 years ago

The food here is great but it is a little pricey for what you are getting. I had the Wonton Soup with the Salmon Wellington and it was pretty good. The food is also a little bit Vietnamese Asian fusion so they have some unique selections. Overall not a bad place to dine. read more

Brian V.

12 years ago

Some advantages: local (I think), fresh for you baked desserts and great service. The desserts can be ordered before dinner and come freshly baked. Waitress was great. We wanted to stay close to our hotel this night and the Elements Restaurant fit the bill well. read more

Susan Bob B.

7 years ago

They are back! Food is as good as ever. The decor is a bit stark, but it is hard to beat the cuisine. Service is very good ... like a family, but upscale. Their curries are excellent. I had the duck this time and it was among the best I have had anywhere. read more

john t.

16 years ago

This place is great. The food is aw some and the service is excellent. A bit pricey but well worth it. Kind of a weird location for a restaurant of this quality but very nice inside. read more

Jesse M.

Elite 6

164

199

16 years ago

This place was a great find but really out of the way. The food was good but not great. If I'm in the area I'll definitely stop by but I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here. read more

Harold N.

10 years ago

My wife and I love this place. Everything was wonderful and delicious here!! Love the crusted chicken breast and the Salmon. Service is always friendly and professional. read more

Rodrigo J.

9 years ago

Food is always excellent and the service is top notch. We got the beef wrapped asparagus spears and they were so delicious I wanted that as my main course. read more

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