Last day of my SJ Blues Festival stay so decided have a nice breakfast before heading home. Restaurant is inside the hotel lobby so It was challenge finding the entrance. Really nice clean bright decor. Was seated right away. Very pleasant seating. Waiter was nice. My food came fast and was fresh. Had the American Breakfast. They got my over-medium eggs perfect! Coffee was great! I only order a cup of coffee but he brought me the carafe. Toast was perfect! Bacon was perfect! See ya next! read more

Fountain Restaurant - Breakfas Two Egg Breakfast. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

We had brunch here on the checkout day of our reservation in the beautiful Signia by Hilton hotel and I'm trying to think of how best to describe the experience. Let's say that a typical "free" hotel breakfast and a swanky but slightly boring traditional restaurant had a baby. My husband and I both ordered and paid too much for the Chicken & Waffles which tasted good in a generic "waffle mix with reheated fried chicken" sort of way. However, the plates were served with artful little spheres of butter for each mini-waffle on the plates, and my Bloody Mary included access to a bar featuring horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, olives, bacon, celery sticks, etc where I could doctor the drink up as I liked. Servers wore uniforms and were professional/efficient. The seating was comfortable and the ambiance was trying for elegance without reaching a level of opulence. However, everything from food quality to atmosphere just felt stretched a bit thin for the pricing. read more

Fountain Restaurant - Fried chicken & waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

Breakfast in the hotel lobby at the Fountain Restaurant. This place looks super new and everything from the tables to the chairs and the lighting looked clean. I ordered a scone and a lobster benedict. Both were delicious and I loved how the butter was in a circular shape doe the scone, was super cute. The lobster benedict was nice and tasty! I have no complaints and the server was great. Attentive and the place held up to a good standard. Totally would come back to try different things on the menu. read more

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It's a hotel restaurant. The best thing about it is that how convenient it is. The ambience is like an upscale cafe, so it's nice. The food was decently good. I got the salmon florentine, which was great for the most part, but they overcooked my poach egg to have a hard yolk, so that was fairly disappointing, though it didn't ruin the experience. Mario was our server! He was the best part. Friendly, fantastic, and he knew what to recommend around the city. read more

My family is obsessed with Fountain restaurant for their brunch. It is nestled within the Signia by Hilton San Jose, this place offers a refined brunch experience that blends classic American dishes with French-inspired flair. The restaurant boasts a bright and airy setting, enhanced by modern white interiors with blue accents, creating an inviting and classy ambiance. The brunch menu features a variety of delectable options such as Eggs Benedict, Salmon Florentine, Avocado toast and classics like French toast, different style omelettes too. The service is great with attentive and friendly staff. It can get a little pricey but worth it for an upscale experience. It definitely provides a sophisticated brunch setting in downtown San Jose. read more

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I was thrilled to take two of my grown children to Christmas Brunch at The Fountain at the Fairmont. My expectations were high since it was $100 per person--a steep price for a buffet--but I was excited about spending quality time together without the hassle of cooking. Overall, the buffet delivered on food and ambiance. There were countless stations offering freshly made omelets, waffles, and French toast for breakfast, a salad bar, a charcuterie section, and a seafood station with fresh crab, prawns, and sushi. For lunch, we enjoyed prime rib and ham carved to order, accompanied by sides like mushroom truffle ravioli, roasted vegetables, and various potato options. The dessert spread was impressive, featuring a chocolate fondue fountain with fresh fruit and Rice Krispie treats, torched-to-order crème brûlée, and a variety of bite-sized cakes and mousse desserts. The festive Christmas décor and proximity to the outdoor ice-skating rink added to the holiday spirit, making the setting truly magical. Unfortunately, the service was the biggest disappointment and prevented this from being a 5-star experience, despite the built-in gratuity on the bill. From the start, we waited over 10 minutes after being seated to even be greeted by our server. Throughout the meal, I repeatedly had to ask for basic things like water refills, a second mimosa (which took three separate requests), and for empty plates to be cleared. I had told our server, Alberto, to keep the mimosas coming and was assured they'd be waiting at the table when we returned with food--but they weren't. At one point, I had to ask the manager for water because the service was so lacking. Adding to the frustration, it took another 10 minutes to receive the bill after handing over my credit card. As a former restaurant server, I recognize the challenges of holiday shifts and always make a point to thank the staff working on special days. I also understand what it takes to provide basic service during a brunch buffet--and this wasn't a matter of being overwhelmed, as Alberto seemed to prioritize a larger party of eight over our smaller group of three. The ambiance and food made for a memorable Christmas celebration, but the inattentive service dampened the experience. If the basics like drink refills and plate clearing had been better managed, this could have been a perfect outing. read more

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They were rude. Just stopped in to look at a menu on Saturday to see if we want to eat there the next day. Staff seemed overwhelmed and stressed and were curt with us. Busboy yelled at us to move our stroller. Host yelled at me to push the other door because they put the "Push" sign on the wrong door. Wouldn't eat here based on that few second impression, as well as the lackluster pics others have posted of their food. They should go work for TSA not an upscale restaurant. read more

I really wanted fluffy pancakes but didn't feel like making them, so I figured I'd treat my boyfriend and myself to a nice local brunch without a crowd. I booked a reservation and we walked over. The restaurant is located inside the Hilton, the ambiance is beautiful and elegant. Made for a nice brunch. Let me start by saying that our waiter was elite. He was on top of everything. We didn't even have to ask for water, coffee, or extra napkins. These little things made our experiences so much more enjoyable--10/10 for service. The food: Pancakes for the table Steak and poached eggs (ya girl was hungry) Lobster benedict for Mr. Fancy Pants The pancakes were exactly what I wanted, and I was very happy with the amount of fluff. The steak and eggs were cooked to perfection, and my cravings were satisfied. Fancy Pants liked his lobster Benedict; however, he wasn't thrilled with the artichoke heart it was presented on; he was looking forward to the English muffin. Overall, we had a great time and enjoyed every bite! Thank you! read more

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3.5/5 Stars. Rounding up to 4 stars Came to Fountain Restaurant for a work breakfast. The coffee came quickly, a big plus. The food itself was decent (4/5), but it took a bit longer than expected to arrive. Service was tad on the slower side (3/5), which wasn't ideal for a morning meal when time is limited. Prices were a little high for what you get (3/5), so the value wasn't the best. Overall, an okay spot if you're not in a rush, but not a go-to for a quick and efficient breakfast. read more

Fountain Restaurant - Omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

I met up with a couple of friends for a late lunch on Sunday. It was my first time there and my friends recommended the French Toast; which we all ended up ordering. They use brioche bread which was delectable! And it was beautifully presented! Fountain deserves a spot on the rotation. read more

Fountain Restaurant - French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

Only place downtown I could find an açaí bowl and it was delicious! I swapped the avocado for mango and drizzled honey on top and it was delightful. read more

Fountain Restaurant - Acai Bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

stayed at signia and went downstairs to the restaurant. your average breakfast place. got the yogurt bowl, belgian waffle, all american breakfast plate, and a side of pork sausage. a bit overpriced and we had to wait awhile for our food. read more

Fountain Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

This restaurant made me realize just how terrible of service I could receive in a sit down location. It's inside the hotel, so you would imagine they would have a certain expectation level to meet (since the front hotel staff was amazing throughout my experience). The inside of the restaurant is beautiful and it really makes you think everything will be worthwhile...but I was absolutely wrong. First - the espresso machine was down in the morning. It's kind of ridiculous that they would be open during breakfast on the weekend and not have a working espresso machine. Additionally, our server kept talking in the direction of the broken espresso machine as he was checking to see if it was working or broken, which made it hard to hear anything he was saying. The food tasted fine (we got steak and eggs) and we completed the bill by using our room number and tipping in cash. Apparently, the server forgot he already gave us our bill so he came by again with the bill a second time, only to surprise himself that we had already signed the first bill. It was extremely odd and just left a confusing impression of the service. Yet we decided to go again the next day, for the sake of convenience. The steak and eggs had actually been delicious, so I opted for the dish again. This time, one of the servers asked if I wanted some coffee and they happily poured me a cup. The coffee was scalding hot so I ended up waiting for it near the end of my meal to cool before enjoying it. I was surprised to find out that the 8 oz cup of coffee pour was charged to me for $6! I found this a bit sleazy since it's just normal coffee and it's actually charged by the cup or pot. I found the food to be great but the service to be atrocious, and I would tell most people to steer clear of this location unless you really don't want to leave the hotel. Overall, there could certainly be improvements. read more

I ordered the Steak and eggs and it was so good! I got the meat cooked medium and the eggs over medium and it was probably the best thing on their menu! The inside seating was also very nice! I really liked the modern simple design because it was very open, brightly lite with a modern white interior with blue ascents. It was also very clean and spacious. In my party they also ordered the three egg omelette and Salmon Florentine. Service was 10/10! All the staff was very friendly and attentive. My group felt special and well taken care of. We had a reservation for a big group to celebrate my coworker's baby shower. I really like how they even prepared a separate section for us with an extra table to place our gifts and to have more space. It is located inside the Hilton hotel and street parking is free on Sundays. If it's any other day there is metered parking, valet parking and garage parking a few blocks away. This location is a hidden gem and can easily be a good brunch date or for hosting a group gathering. I definitely plan to come back and I highly recommend them! read more

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Thanksgiving brunch following the Turkey Trot is a must! The food and ambience is amazing. Kim is awesome!

This restaurant is located in the Signia hotel. It's pretty, the menu looks good (but expensive), and the service was above and beyond. It's a pretty restaurant with all the features you would want from a French bistro. Long aprons, bright and airy, tall counters, and more. But the food was lacking, especially for the price. I know hotel restaurants can be pricy but I was hoping for more. I wanted to like, if not love, this place. But I just couldn't get over my disappointment. read more

This place has great ambiance and is located conveniently in the Hilton. Service was good until the end. Waited for long at the end to pay the bill with my credit card. Guess they assumed I would charge to my room. and ambiance was superb! Food needs a little help. Started with "fresh squeezed" orange juice which is definitely store bought. Tastes good but wasn't freshly squeezed. Latte was a better choice for a hot beverage. Has great flavor. Steel cut oatmeal was ok. Fruit on top was fresh. Served with milk and syrup on the side...who uses syrup on oatmeal? My wife tried the Lobster Benedict and she said it's a 3.5 out of 5. She would have ordered something else. read more

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Lobster Benedict was good, but the food came out COLD and it came really quick, making me think the food is premade and just reheated. Not FRESH. Service was great, especially with a toddler and 5 year old. Very casual ambiance, nice breakfast restaurant. read more

Everything about our breakfast here was first rate! The costs was higher than what most of us prefer to spend for brunch! the service, the atmosphere and the food were all outstanding. Our table started with a fruit bowl, feta, vegetable and fruit platter and a fruit platter. For main dishes, omelletes, Benedicts and my wife got the avocado toast. She said that it was the best that she has had. We also got a bread platter. Our coffee carafe was refilled multiple times as was my wifes tea. Overall, we had an outstanding experience but as I said upfront it was a bit more costly than most brunches that we have gone to when we travel. read more

Located in Hilton San Jose, this was one of the most popular brunch place in that area. We decided to give it try and the food was ok it wasn't over the top or any different from other brunch place but it was super expensive. The ambiance was ok as well, it wasn't like I would host anything g there but it was casual. We order four different things and they were all delicious. What stood out from everything else was our server. He was very friendly and made us feel so welcomed. The wait without the reservation was long, I am glad we made reservations before we went. I will always remember a $25.00 Avocado Toa read more

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Great hotel restaurant. Service was a bit iffy as they forgot a few of my asks, but overall the food is good. Their omelette and eggs are well sized, well cooked, and filling. Coffee was decent - nothing special for a latte. Convenient for hotel stayers. read more

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Beautiful restaurant after some updating and remodel to ownership by the Hilton instead of the Fairmont. The lovely atmosphere is bright and pleasant for brunch. I do miss the buffet there it was really amazing. Service was good. My French toast was dry for my taste. I prefer a more saturated bread pudding like texture to mine. The berries were not ripe and would have been better served like a compote. Coffee was excellent. Service was good. Price is high but worth it for the ambiance. read more

I must say it felt like the second we walked in they took our order and food arrived. The acai bowl was acceptionaly delicious. I recommend this reastraunt read more

Fountain Restaurant - Acai bowl topped with fruit - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

I decided that I wanted steak and some form of breakfast this morning. I went on Yelp and conducted a search, Fountain popped up and their steak and eggs looked so yummy! I walked over and was seated immediately, such great hospitality, which doesn't compare to the food! Let me tell you...that steak was so delicious that I ate it slow to savor the taste. The asparagus, eggs, tomatoes, and potatoes were cooked just right and that sauce (I don't know what it is, enhanced the flavor of the meal). The coffee was fresh and the Mimosa was excellent. I will be visiting again! read more

Fountain Restaurant - Steak and Eggs Breakfast with a Mimosa - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

We had Hilton dining credits during our stay at the Signia so we tried brunch at the Fountain Restaurant. The restaurant is so bright and airy with a classy feel matching the vibe of the hotel. We enjoyed the Breakfast Bundles option of 1/2 waffle with fruit and the Breakfast Bagel with juice and coffee. While the waffle was tasty, the portion was small and not filling. The breakfast bagel was very substantial and they were nice enough to substitute bacon for ham. The service was top notch and everyone from the hostess to the servers were friendly and welcoming! read more

On Sunday, November 3rd we went here to celebrate a birthday. We both opted not to order the buffet. The inside décor was lovely and we were seated next to the "Blue Room". It was beautiful to look at while I enjoyed my brunch. Maybe it's because I love blue, because for someone else, it could have been too much. We were also seated so we could watch the Steelers game. Since I had made reservations, we were seated immediately. The wait staff was friendly and efficient. Both of our orders were correct and received in a timely manner. The Birthday Girl ordered the Salmon Sandwich, which came with a salad. She thoroughly enjoyed both her sandwich and salad. I ordered the Dungeness Crab Cakes, which sat atop some sort of delicious aioli. I didn't touch the papaya salad that accompanied the crab cakes. In addition to the crab cakes, I ordered the Fountain Express. I chose two scrambled eggs with a side of bacon. When the meal was over, I had one crab cake and a couple pieces of bacon remaining. The crab cakes were so tasty and with each bite you could taste the lump crab meat. Here's What I Think... If you want to treat yourself to some good food and a wonderful ambience, then this is the place for you. read more

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IMHO I was so happy when my friend suggested having lunch at the Fountain restaurant, after we visited the San Jose Museum of Art. It has been decades since I last ate here. On weekends brunch is served between 7:00 and 2 p.m. Buffet brunch will run you $39 or you can order from their regular menu. I opted for the Brioche French toast for $14, and my friend ordered the salmon sandwich on brioche served with french fries for $16. Mario, was our server extraordinaire! He was very attentive, friendly, and helpful. Our food came out piping hot on warm plates and looking amazingly appetizing. The food did not disappoint! My friend scarfed down her whole sandwich because she loved it so much, and I brought home half of my delicious French toast. When our bill came, my friend noticed that her sandwich entree was charged $18 instead of the $16 printed on the menu. We brought this to the attention of Mario who quickly took care of the mistake. I look forward to returning again soon! read more

Fountain Restaurant - Brioche French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

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I love the Fairmont chain of hotels and their food offerings. One of my favourites is the Fairmont Pacific Rim in Vancouver, B.C. The holiday brunch buffet at the Fountain offered a nice selection on breakfast meats and eggs, as well as fruits, pastries, veggies, charcuterie, and sushi/sashimi. The staff was friendly and attentive; happy to have them working a holiday to make our experience an enjoyable one. read more

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Came here for breakfast and gotta say that the lobster Benedict was delish! Instead of having an English muffin as the base, they used artichoke instead which was wayyyy better. I try to eat on the healthier side and the artichoke base turned out really good. Definitely will come back. Good ambience and good service from the staff. Price is reasonable for a luxury hotel. read more

While staying at the Fairmont San Jose decided to get breakfast at Fountain restaurant and was seated and our waiter was MARIO which was a great and cheerful person and very attentive to the entire tables needs , The food was great and everyone was very satisfied with all there orders and the timely manner it was served . I never had to ask for any refills or anything since they were definitely providing great service . I decided to go with the buffet since they offered so many good items and there sausage and bacon were in point and definitely top notch . We also had the waffles and berries as well as steak and eggs and lemon blueberry pancakes which were super fluffy and very delicious. read more

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Customized Omelette and avocado toast. The people working here were such sweethearts and made sure my coffee stayed full read more

Fountain Restaurant - Customized Omelette and avocado toast. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

Great restaurant. Great service. Brunch option available or a la carte. Bottomless mimosa or Bloody Marys. They use Chandon and belvedere vodka. Great tasting cold pressed orange juice. The omelet has a choice of three toppings...my husband said he made the mistake of choosing avocado because they put a lot inside and it overpowered everything else. The chilaquiles was ok. soggy on the bottom Potatoes and sausage and pancakes taste great Counter top seating or tables. They had a cool ice coffee station. Very strong coffee. They said it takes 8 hrs to make read more

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Sergio the waiter decided to INCREASE his tip outside of my signed receipt total. The bigger issue is the fact I spoke with the restaurant, they acted concerned, said they would look into it and call back. Nope. No call. I'm just out whatever Sergio decided I should tip. I left over 15% for $114 bill (for only 2 people) and also tipped additional cash to the gal ensuring our water never ran out. I usually tip more on the bill, but was not impressed with Sergio's service so did not. I thought that was my right as a paying customer. Not at this restaurant! Food is not worth twice the price. Service was ok, but it's not ok to change the total to increase a tip! No no no. The restaurant should have returned my call and made this right. Please consider Los Gatos Cafe or Hash House if you want a good breakfast for half the price where you get to decide the tip. read more

I called everywhere to book a Mothers Day event with my daughter all over San Jose and I was lucky this one still had an opening for reservations for Afternoon Tea. The guy who booked me in was extremely helpful. He even sent me the Afternoon Tea menu by email. When we arrived, they seated us. The waiter pulled out our chair and gave us the five star treatment. They Afternoon Tea table set up was all there. The tea strainer and we both were able to receive a pot of our own. We had tiers of a variety of tea sandwiches, scones with three different spreads and delectable desserts. On our way out we both received fancy desserts as favors red velvet cupcake and this lemon custard cake pop. It was delicious. It was a wonderful experience for Mothers Day. read more

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Food and service good. Portions on the smaller side. They do not serve bottomless mimosas anymore. Some party of 2 drank too much and got belligerent. This is why we can't have nice things. read more

Expensive? Yes, but I was warned it would not be cheap. Had a $28 breakfast and loved every bit of it. read more

A nice restaurant located in the Downtown Fairmont Restaurant. I came for lunch during the week day and it was not packed at all. I love the aesthetic of this place! Service was good, food was good. Parking is difficult, as expected, since it is located downtown. There are a few nearby lots you can park at for a cost. read more

Fountain Restaurant - Spring roll - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

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This hotel restaurant is located in Fairmont. We went there for brunch off the menu instead of the buffet. The food was good but not likely a place I would try to get brunch again. read more

Fountain Restaurant - Brioche French toast with macadamia nuts (I didn't get very many) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

Went for brunch on Saturday. The restaurant had maybe six tables seated and we were seated right away. We waited about five minutes to order drinks and then waited another 20 minutes to order. This place was NOT busy. A table next to us was sat about 5 to 10 minutes after us and they were done eating by the time we received our food. Our food was cold and they forgot one of our items. The flavor of the food was actually good so I would say the chef is probably great. The service was TERRIBLE. And unfortunately, cold food reflects poorly on the flavors. read more

Food was delicious. Service was prompt and while it was the servers 2nd day so she repeated everything back twice I rather that then mess up thr order. Food came out quick and was nice and hot read more