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    La Fontaine Restaurant

    3.8 (707 reviews)
    ModerateFrench, Italian
    Open • 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Mandarin Cosmo & Chocolate Martini
    Vi T.

    Came here for a drink at the bar having after dinner at a nearby restaurant. I ordered chocolate martini and to my surprised it was the best drink I had in a while. Our bartender was nice and attentive, store ambience feels cozy under the dim lights. I also noticed that they got an award hanging at the front door, will definitely comeback and check out their food in the future.

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    Kay O.

    The numbers of times my family and I have gone here over the years. We've always had the exact same amazing, friendly, outgoing, service, and a lot of the same servers! I've never spoken to the owner, but I am wondering if this is a family run establishment. Everybody always seems so friendly and outgoing and there's a gentleman that does cool napkin tricks also!! Very old-fashioned, but I love it!! They have an incredibly authentic food with delicious flavors and they're smoked salmon,crostini's are simply to die for!! I actually haven't had a dish here that I haven't loved so I would suggest you get a little bit of everything! Even their desserts and ports are perfect pairings! Hee We will definitely be back!!

    Mushroom ravioli
    Bernadette G.

    My husband and I walked out of one restaurant due to poor service, so we were a bit anxious about trying this place. It was still empty when we arrived. It is a cute Italian/French restaurant with very simple decor. Old school jazz vibe (don't take my word for this as I am clueless about style). Our server was so pleasant and jovial. I always like it when I they tell me i ordered their favorite on the menu. The appetizer was so good. I think it was the special for the day. It was stuffed dates with prosciutto I had the truffle mushroom ravioli which was very rich and creamy. So what if I am lactose intolerant? I enjoy now and suffer y. My husband had a pizza (boring!) which he said was delicious. The place started filling up, but the servers moved fast, food seemed to come out of the kitchen in a timely manner. I will definitely return.

    Champagne cocktail
    Neeta M.

    This place is nestled in downtown Mountain View and has a great vibe - we sat outdoor and enjoyed a beautiful California day. The food is freshly made and is simple Italian food. The Basil lemon drop didn't have as much basil or alcohol in it - heavy on the sugar. The hibiscus champagne was very refreshing and the hibiscus flower was edible and surprisingly tasty. I used to love their panna cotta (it was one of the best in the South Bay) but they made it vegan - still tasty but was not firm enough for my taste - it did melt in your mouth. The mushroom pesto ravioli was good - the pesto was very fresh. Our waiter allowed us to stay as long as we wanted and was very good in communicating when we needed to place our orders.

    beef wellington
    Yue X.

    Came here for a work lunch a couple days ago, and was pleasantly surprised. Servers were polite and the decor was typical of nicer Italian restaurants. Thankfully, they allowed also ordering from the dinner menu by request, and I was told the beef wellington here was quiet good. My party ordered a steak and beef wellington, and after trying it, I was not disappointed. The beef for both was very tender, and the pastry was cooked perfectly. It's made a big differently than some of the ones I've had before, where the mushrooms were ground and in between the beef and steak, but it still tasted great. Price wise, it was a bit expensive, but it is Mountain View. Otherwise, it's a nice restaurant for Italian if you're in the area and I don't really have any complaints.

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    Priscilla D.

    *First time review* I was with my family walking downtown MV on Castro last Saturday and we were all in the mood for a place we haven't tried before. We looked at the menu outside and decided to give it a shot. We all got totally different things which was great because I got to try a few things. Pasta 4/5 - I got the chicken and mushroom pasta with sun dried tomatoes. I think it came with peas and I said no peas. The flavor was excellent! Only thing I didn't care for was some of the chicken. Unsure if it was boiled or what but some of them were chewy. Burger - 5/5 super tasty meat, juicy and stacked high with fresh tomatoes, crispy lettuce and a nice toasted brioche bun. Those garlic fries are sooooooo good! I'd come here just for those. Crusted fish - unsure if it was pecans or walnuts (my dad forgot too) but he said it was excellent. I'm not a nut fan so I didn't have any. He said "try it" Chicken with veggies - my bro was eating lean and got the grilled chicken and veggies. He likes the variety of veggies and said the chicken was good. Service was ok; they weren't that busy but only had one person waiting tables. Would come back again and probably get the burger and fries.

    Blackened sole - delicious
    Sabrina J.

    Came here on a Thursday night for a birthday dinner. Was only 1 of 2 tables. Not crowded at all. What's weird is that they only offered the special menu, where all the dishes are $40+ when they have a whole regular menu with a wider variety of prices. Finding out they had a normal menu that they didn't offer was strange but made me think they wanted us to pay more since they had so few customers. The blackened sole I ordered was quite delicious, but I would have liked being able to choose from all the options.

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    Annabelle R.

    We stopped by here for drinks this past weekend cuz I was craving a chocolate martini, and this hit the spot, perfect boozy, sweet and chocolatey goodness. In addition, we got an extra dry gin martini w/ pickled onion, and it was made well and satisfying. Service was attentive and accommodating, and we were delighted to find The Fables of La Fontaine book on display at the bar for our amusement. We took a glance inside, skimming these beloved tales, including one of my faves, The Hare and the Tortoise. We also ordered the arancini to go, and they were yummy. Nice and crisp on the outside, and filled with gooey melted fontina cheese, a good late-night snack... but not as good as those cocktails!

    Lava cake with salted caramel gelato. Don't tell them you're going to split it because they charge for an extra spoon.
    Vicki B.

    We had dinner recently at La Fontaine. Reservations were easy to make (OpenTable, several days in advance) and were in the relative timeframe I wanted. We got there early and were seated promptly, which was a good thing because unfortunately we were placed next to what turned out to be a party of about 14, so being seated early meant we were out of there by the time they all arrived. Party of 14 notwithstanding, it was pretty noisy in the restaurant. Service was good, although I did have the forethought to ask for to-go boxes, dessert and the check at the same time since that was about when our neighbors started ordering in earnest. We had calamari, beet salad, orecchiette, cavatelli meatballs and, for dessert, lava cake with a scoop of sea salted caramel gelato. (Allegedly. To me it tasted faintly of caramel but I did not find a hint of salt whatsoever.) The calamari and my beet salad were delicious and the best parts of the meal. My husband enjoyed his pasta and meatballs. The orecchiette was EXTREMELY bacon-forward, even for a bacon-lover like me. It could have used less (much less) bacon and more peas. And oddly enough, even with all the bacon, it was pretty dry. Though the list price for the dessert is $10, I'm pretty sure I was charged $12, even though the menu online says there's a $1.50 split fee. I guess it's another way to make money, but what really was split? The miniscule dessert was served on one plate, so basically I was charged $2 for an extra spoon. Ridiculous.

    Sea bass (branzino)
    DrDuru A.

    Absolutely excellent food, service, and experience. One of those rare fine dining experiences that is worth every penny. I had the sea bass (branzino). The fish was soooo succulent. The mashed potatoes rich and creamy. Even the vegetables were cooked with care, every bite fresh and delicious. I also ordered a chocolate martini for good measure. Well done and plenty of volume. Our server was fun and cheery with hilarious napkin folding routines. He made a moving mouse, raw chicken, and hats. We all had fun with his routines. Here are the other orders from my dining party... Calamari: lightly breaded and not over cooked, nicely seasoned, served with two dipping sauces. Braised ribs: fall off the bone tender, wonderfully seasoned, great sauce, the planets was a little bland though. BlackBerry mojito - no skimping on the alcohol, enjoyable and refreshing. Lobster ravioli: pasta had a nice texture, flavorful Angel hair pomodoro with chicken: the chicken strips had a good texture and was flavorful. Next time, it'll be a date night....

    Taufiq H.

    Amazing place. Five starts on all fronts. Good beer, good appetizers, great food. Came here for a company dinner. I had the halibut special.

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    Amazing vibes for an evening date! The cocktails are great and the bartender is a very nice person.

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    I don't eat Austrian food, so it was good to try it out here!…read more I came with a group of friends for a weekend lunch and there was no wait. I got the pork blade chop for my entree and it was so good! The portion was huge as well, and I wasn't expecting that. My friend got the steak and fries, apparently the fries are very well done -- crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. Service was friendly and quick. Ambiance feels cozy but also fancy as well.

    First visit to NASCHMARKT in Palo Alto was with Mom on the evening of Saturday, June 27, 2026, to…read morecelebrate her great news and clean bill of health from her urgent care appointment. I had already bookmarked this Austrian spot on my watchlist, and Mom readily agreed to go here after seeing their menu and Yelp photos of their SALZBURGER NOCKERL. NASCHMARKT Palo Alto is one of the trio of Austrian restaurants "coined after the largest open-air market in Vienna." Located off of bustling California Avenue, the eatery is on the quiet side of Birch Street, conveniently located across the street from a public parking lot. The venue includes distinct dining areas, offering both indoor and outdoor patio dining, along with a full bar and counter seating. The interior features a warm, cozy, yet refined European bistro feel. According to their website, NASCHMARKT "offers a unique culinary experience infusing California's flavors with Austrian kitchen delectability." They feature classic items like HOMEMADE PRETZEL ($16), SMOKED PORK BRATWURST ($17), CLASSIC WIENER SCHNITZEL (Pork Cutlet $36, Chicken Cutlet$36, Veal Cutlet $46), HUNGARIAN BEEF GOULASH ($44), alongside desserts like APPLE STRUDEL ($16) and SACHER TORTE ($16). Below are what we ordered for dinner: WATERMELON VELVET ($20) - Mom enjoyed this sophisticated, refreshing cocktail that blends muddled watermelon with a smooth, complex finish and egg white foam topping. GOAT CHEESE PURSE SALAD ($16) - A warm, creamy goat cheese-stuffed pastry "purse" set atop fresh mixed baby greens made for great presentation. The touch of rosemary, drizzle of honey, and savoury balsamic vinegar reduction combined well as flavour accents and with the added textures from the poached apples and crunch from the walnuts. BEET SALAD ($18) - This was a refreshing starter featuring a blend of fresh greens, fruit, pistachios, and goat cheese. It was the preferred salad of the two that we ordered. CLASSIC WIENER SCHNITZEL Pork Cutlet ($36) - This was Mom's order. She substituted the Austrian potato salad with Seasonal Vegetables. Pounded remarkably thin, coated in fine breadcrumbs and pan-fried to a brilliantly golden, exceptionally crispy crust, the tender pork cutlet was light and delicate rather than heavy or greasy. The accompanying lingonberry sauce offered a tart and sweet fruit contrast to the savoury pork. DELISH!! JAGER SCHNITZEL ($40) - Because I'm a saucy girl, I went with this schnitzel with the mushroom cream sauce and it did not disappoint. BEST jager schnitzel and YUMMIEST spätzle that I ever had...and that says A LOT because before this day, I was not a fan of the egg pasta dish. The lingonberry sauce with this schnitzel was also very good! Next time (yes, I will return!), I will ask if I can have the schnitzel crusted and fried like the classic version to enjoy with the delectable mushroom and lingonberry sauces - ooh, yeahhhhhh!! SALZBURGER NOCKERL ($16) - Mom got her soufflé craving satisfied from this fluffy, cloud-like vanilla egg-white baked dessert. The light, airy, and ethereal soufflé, sitting atop a sweet-tart blueberry compote, rose high to a delicate, golden exterior and a meltingly soft interior. We replaced the vanilla bean ice cream with the light and refreshing strawberry sorbet. This was an A++ dish!! Nehir, affectionately also known as Mia, was our superb waitress. She was extremely friendly, informative, and super accommodating - all of our special requests were happily granted with a warm smile. After learning that we were celebrating Mom's wonderful health report, Nehir/Mia served one of our two orders of SALZBURGER NOCKERL on the house. Such a sweetheart she was. We appreciated her so much that we gave her tight hugs before we left. What an amazing first impression we had from our most enjoyable and unforgettable dining experience at NASCHMARKT Palo Alto. I highly recommend this place and can't wait for my next visit!!

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