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    La Foret

    4.1 (918 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Kavi T.

    Food was good but quite expensive. Had the veal, elk, and the seafood pasta. Came here for a birthday dinner and I wish they had more personal touches to make that it a bit more special. I think I meant to order half a glass of wine but found out they gave me a full glass when I got the bill. On weekday evenings it is a quiet spot to have an intimate dinner. If I benchmark to another birthday dinner experience I had at sabor and sazon in paso robles recently, I feel that was equally delicious and better priced. Plus they gave like a rose, handwritten card, and free dessert for the birthday person.

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    Lisa M.

    This place was darling! Their patio presented right next to a beautiful creek while the restaurant was off the beaten road in a shaded wood. What a magical place. We thoroughly enjoyed the ambiance. If you want to get away and enjoy some natural peace and quiet, this is the spot. The service was good, we were way out on the patio, probably very hard to get to for the server, but they still made sure we were cared for and my water glass stayed full. We got delicious food. It was a little pricey, but worth it. The steak was huge and we got full immediately. Thank you for having us, La foret!

    We came here last night to celebrate our anniversary and absolutely loved it! The space is beautiful, intimate yet spacious and feels really special and exclusive. Our server, Sean, was incredible. He was attentive, patient, and so helpful with all my menu questions. He truly made the night feel more romantic and memorable. We'll definitely be requesting him again when we come back! And if you're curious about the restaurant's history, he's happy to share; which I thought was such a nice touch. :) For food, we ordered the lamb, bison steak, and a side of mashed potatoes, along with a few cocktails that I was able to customize to my liking. Everything was delicious!

    Beet, Spinach Salad with goat cheese drizzled with a honey balsamic vinaigrette
    Tiffany C.

    The food was good. The ambiance is stunning. I would say this place is great for a Date night, Business Meeting / Get together. Please has great options for alcohol and non-alcohol drinks. The pictures is some of the food that my boyfriend and I order. We went here for my boyfriend's birthday. I do recommend buying Costco gift cards for this business and then come here and have a romantic dinner. The prices will explain the atmosphere and I loved spending time looking around. I will be coming back.

    Pasta Fruit de Mer
    Thai S.

    We try to go to La Foret for our anniversary every year and the food always amazes us. We love the ambiance and the staff. We noticed the same staff there which makes it more welcoming where most restaurants, you usually see new faces after a few years. The staff also helped take photos of us before and after dinner. We usually order 3 appetizers when we eat there and we ordered our go to appetizer which was the prawns meuniere. It is so rich in flavor with the buttery sauce. It comes with 3 prawns so better to order 2. It's that good. I decided to order the escargot over the mushrooms for appetizers since I forgot how they tasted. The escorgot came got so be careful when eating it. I am use to escargot being baked in pesto sauce so this was a nice switch. The escargot texture is similar to clams but a little tougher and the garlic butter sauce added a good flavor. They offered a special sliced raw tuna with jalapeno and mustard and pickle. This was a really good dish. I hope they add this to the menu instead of offering it as a limited time. I wish the jalapeno was a spicy but the mustard gave it a good kick and the jalapeno was crisp. Adding that pickle in the mix somehow worked pretty well and gave the dish a very unique taste in a very good way. My wife ordered the mushroom soup and I took a taste and was amazed that I had to order one for myself. The texture reminded me of clam chowder but not as thick. The flavor was amazing and I highly recommend it if they offer this soup during your visit. I ordered the wild boar and flavor was good. This is my first time trying wild boar. I usually order the venison, lamb, or elk. The meat was tender at first bite but as I chew, the meat was tough. The sauce that cane with the wild boar complimented it pretty. I ordered the mushroom soup to eat with the wild boar meat so i dipped the boar meat into the mushroom soup and wow, that was amazing. The flavor of the mushroom soup with the boar went perfectly well together. I will definitely order this again with the soup. My wife ordered the pasta fruit de mer. she was full off the appetizers and bread so she had to take some to go. I was able to sneak a taste of the boodle and it had a lot of flavor. My wife didn't let me try the scallop or the shrimp though so can't tell if it's good. My wife killed the scallop and said it was really good. She also liked the shrimp and she's not a big fan of grilled shrimp. For dessert, I ordered the souffle. It was very fluffy and light. Taking the bite I can taste the hint of alcohol which reminds me of rum. The sauce that surrounds the souffle was very good. My wife ordered the creme brulee which is her go to dessert here so she really likes it. The fact that the portion wasn't big made it more appetizing for her. If you have a special occasion and want to take ur partner out, I highly recommend this place. You can't wear shorts or sweatpants, just fyi. I recommend setting a reservation on Yelp to ensure you get seated just in case it gets booked by walk ins. Be prepared to stay there for at least 1.5 hours. They really make sure your food and drinks get prepared to perfection. My wife and I enjoy this time to relax and talk in between dishes and drinks. It also gives us time to soak in the view and enjoy what's around us. If you want to come here for Valentine's day, make sure you book way in advance. This place gets fully booked during that day. They do need you to provide a credit card to hold your reservation just in case you cancel. So make sure you can make it when you set your reservation.

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    Joellen C.

    Quite overpriced for what they offered. Definitely meets expectations but dishes were either a hit or a miss and even the hits lacked that extra umph in flavor, creativity, and cooking execution. Disappointing to spend this much when you could eat elsewhere and witness culinary art. Even the service here, although cordial, it lacked the Michelin esque of someone who craves fine dining. Dishes from best to least best -------- * Scallops appetizer (Sea Scallop, Light Saffron Herb Cream, Puff Pastry) - OH MY GOSH. The Scallops were cooked to perfection in tenderness. The Puff pastry was a little tough and not flaky not enough. The saffron herb cream sauce had hearty character and was such a clever but subtle savory blend. Could not get enough of this. Only 2 pieces but Best dish of the night. * Escargot - nicely done. Flavors were subtle but flavorful and well balanced. A hidden predictable hue. * El di mar - surprisingly a great smokey flavor. Seafood was cooked just ok. Good, one of the top entrees for what it was. Technically more enjoyable than the venison but the venison was definitely worth a try. * Elk - cooked to perfection. Great flavor highlighting the taste of elk as opposed to other flavor notes. Flavor was slightly better than the venison especially if you're not a sour cranberry sauce kind of person. However cook wise the meat was a bit tougher than I expected but still softer than the venison. Delicious mashed potatoes (that was a bit too heavily creamed but still delicious) to compliment the meat. The elk and the venison were both a close call but I think the Elk was done slightly better as a whole so I'd go with that. * Venison - was a bit turned off by the uneven cook. When I did get a bite of medium rare it was delicious but the other bites were quite tough and dry. The server even brought out a large steak knife for me to cut through whereas she said the other dishes were tender enough to not need a steak knife. The cranberry sauce was a bit too tart but if you only grab the cranberry fruits with the meat it was a good pairing. The wild rice hash was so bad I took one bite and couldn't finish the rest. Had a bad aftertaste. I wish I ordered this more rare than medium rare as the chef cooked it too tough on some portions of the rack. * Rack of lamb - not gamey. Cooked to perfection. I wish the flavor was a bit more unique in its pairings but still an excellent straightforward lamb cut with no sear. * Beef tartare - did not perfer this as much. Felt like it was puréed raw beef instead of finely chipping with spices. The accompanied bread was rock hard and it was not a great spread. Would not get again. * the desserts were so bad which was surprising for a French restaurant. I would not get these again but if you need to finish off a sweet note, then the sampler plate aka the I can't decide was perfect because it only gave you a tiny bite of each. The creme brulee was not as creamy or custardy the bruleed top didn't integrate with the custard and you could still taste the granular sugar that hadn't fully carmelized yet. The chocolate tart's crust was so hard that a spoon/fork couldn't break into it so the chocolate mousse part fell off as we were trying to dig into the crust. The cheesecake had such a different texture which was amazingly simple and light in its flavor if you line that kind of non sweetness. Overall there was no umph to any of it and the fruit were tart so it was probably more of just decor as opposed to intentional pairings. ---------- Overall a fun night out as the ambiance was beautiful but not "lavishly beautiful." There's still a long ways to go for this restaurant to be on the $$$$ tier but lack the finishing finishes of a true fine dining restaurant. Free parking lot in the back of the restaurant.

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    Annie G.

    Nice ambiance, they add roses to the tables and overall a very romantic place to go. I took my boyfriend here for his birthday and they brought a small birthday treat afterwards with a candle which was sweet. The service is pretty attentive and overall happy to pack anything in boxes for you even if you're doing a 5 or 6 course meal. Food was okay -- pricey for what it was but also just pricey considering some of the dishes were okay and not amazing, but I did love the final steak dish I had as well as the quail dish. My boyfriend had an elk dish which was decent too, and I tried the steak tartare appetizer which was interesting too. Lots of good options and I recommend trying this place at least once!

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    Monica V.

    One of my favorite date night spots. I've eaten outside and inside..This time was outside and went around dusk. It was beautiful during the meal but be advised that the bugs come out quickly. During our meal, we had very kind servers trying their best with an area change. Our food got slightly delayed because servers didn't realize our table was added. The food itself was delicious. I usually get the ribeye and husband always gets the wild boar. Maybe one day he try something else but probably not. Till next date night.

    Ahi Tuna
    Margaret B.

    I had an incredible experience here, all thanks to our server Sean, who was both attentive and knowledgeable. My partner and I visited on a Saturday night. We thought it would've been extremely busy so beforehand we requested for side-to-side seating since we would be able to hear each other talk better compared to sitting right across. When we entered, it wasn't really busy so we asked our hostess if they can move us to a nice quiet table next to the river. We were able to hear each other talk and even hear the water flowing through the river. Although it was a cold night, the heat lamps were enough to keep us warm. We honestly didn't want to order anything out of our ordinary nor did want to try something new that night so we didn't order from the course menu, just really here for the ambiance and experience. We ordered the ahi tuna as an appetizer which I honestly wish I ordered as a whole entree cause of how delicious it was. Everything served was quite delicious and made with love and delicate care which all that matters!

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    Athina L.

    My boyfriend and I came here for our anniversary and it was delicious! It's tucked very deep in the woods of San Jose- there's no service but it's right next to a river and it's beautiful! Waterfront was super friendly and very nice. Our dinner was delicious. It's definitely great for a fancy special occasion. There are seats inside and outside, we got lucky to be seated outside right by the river! The inside vibe is also really cool. I loved the decorations.

    Jamie B.

    Came here to celebrate my birthday. We made a reservation for a Friday night at 5pm. They require a credit card for a reservation as they are a nicer restaurant. They open at 5pm so when we were greeted and seated we basically had the restaurant to ourselves. Our host was very friendly and helped serve us a bottle of wine as well as open a bottle we brought with us. Corkage fee is $50/bottle which is a fair price if you're planning on doing a couple of glasses. We had the escargot, quail, boar, elk and a sampler of the desserts. We really enjoyed our time here. The staff is really nice and not snobby like you might expect. Parking is great and the bathroom is big and really clean! They even have a cute little bar area that you can do cocktails at. Overall it was a very romantic vibe and I would love to come back.

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    Elena N.

    4.5 STARS Date: Friday, September 6th, 2024 Time: 5pm Meal: Double Birthday Dinner Party of: 3 Reservations Made: via OpenTable about 2.5 weeks prior Tasting Menu 1 - Five Course ($115) *La Foret Salade *Tortellini La Foret *Quail *Tournedos of Beef Chanterelle *Creme Brulee Tasting Menu 2 - Six Course ($150) *Prawns Meuniere *Salade Francaise *Sea Scallops *Elk *Rack of Lamb *Chocolate Truffle Torte Tasting Menu 3 - Seven Course ($220) *Tsar Nicoulai Caviar *Beef Tartare *Ahi Tuna *Lobster Tail *Wild Boar *American Wagyu *Souffle Grand Marnier *Barrel Aged Manhattan ($19) *Jordan 2017 Cabernet Alexander Valley Bottle ($120) *Full Glass Bella Union 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon ($30) For my birthday this year, I was turning a very large increment of 5. I was originally going to do a solo dinner here, but my parents said they wanted to join, so we made it a family affair. Also, my Dad's American bday is the day after mine, so why not have a double celebration?! What I love about this spot is that they let you do different tasting menus. Most restaurants make everyone order the same thing, so it's awesome La Foret does not. We were able to try all three tastings. I'd say we tried about 80% of the menu because we did one of each. And they coursed it out really well. If I had to choose one tasting, I'd say the middle one is the best. The salad francaise was bright and fresh. The lamb was juicy and tasty. I actually enjoyed the torte, even tho I don't really care for chocolate. It was the best dessert out of the three. For the 7 course, I enjoyed the caviar and wagyu. The wagyu was not A5 obvi, but I don't like my steaks too fatty, so it was nice for me. Meaty, buttery, but still a slight chew. For the smallest menu, I think my fav was the quail. Nice flavor and texture. It's been a while since I've had quail. The menu reminded me of my dad's old french resto. He had buttery rich sauces which I don't see much any more. Overall, the dishes were pretty good. Most were a good portion and plated nicely. I did find most of the seafood heavy on the citrus. So there was a sour element to everything. To me, it overpowered the delicate seafood and sauces. The meat dishes all seemed to have a very similar brown sauce. I guess that would have been fine if we didn't order three different tastings. But it got a little repetitive since my fam shared everything. Dessert wise, the brulee was eggy and the souffle wasn't fluffy since it wasn't served in it's cooking vessel. A little bit of a bummer since these are two of my favorite desserts in general. Service was amazing. Our server was the sweetest. Friendly and attentive without being overly so. In fact, everyone was great. From the host to the sommelier. Made for a fun night. Although I'd give the food about 3-3.5 stars, the experience was lovely. And being able to order different tasting menus makes it a huge plus. So bumping up due to that. Definitely a nice place for a special occasion meal. REVIEW #3556

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    Deborah K.

    My husband and I have been fortunate enough to have dined at many amazing restaurants. This is the best meal we've had in our lives! We had the chefs tasting menu and the additional wine pairings. When you pull around the corner and park do not let the surrounding area throw you. It doesn't look like a street for a fine dining restaurant! The building is a historic building. It was a mining boarding house previously. Love the history. We also had fantastic service from Michael who was attentive and knowledgeable. After dining here nothing compares. Incredible!

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    excellent restaurant , wonderful food and service. The ambience is also very nice. l had venison with cherry reduction and it was excellent

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    Really beautiful spot. A little off the beaten path so be prepared to drive a bit. Great service. Very good food.

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    Wonderful and has been for several decades! The service is top notch. Go eat here! You will not regret it!

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    Hi, what is the corkage fee?

    Hello Liz, The corkage fee is 50.00. If we can assist you further please feel free to reach us directly.… Read more

    For tastings and several course meals, will the chef accommodate for gluten allergies?

    Hello Rachel, Thank you for contacting us. Yes, we can accommodate GF dietary restrictions and allergies.

    Any vegetarian or vegan options?

    Hello Jackie, Yes we have vegetarian and vegan options. Vegan entrees are available upon request.

    Currently offering any grass-fed/grass finished meat options?

    Yes, most of the meats we serve are grass fed.

    Do they allow split/shared salads and entrees, and if so, is there a charge?

    They do and no charge , we always share our appetizers and they put it in diffent plates

    Will you be open on Thanksgiving 2022? If so, will you be offering a turkey dinner?

    Hi Martha, La Foret is closed on Thanksgiving Day. We hope to see you another time.… Read more

    What is recommended attire?

    Dressy/formal.

    Do you guys have gluten free options?

    yes we do

    Does anyone know if there is a cake cutting fee or if we are allowed to bring in a cake?

    You are more than welcome to bring your own cake to La Foret, The fee is 5.00 per person

    For the tastings of several course meals, will the chef work with a vegetarian lifestyle?

    That can usually be accommodated

    Do they offer like a 10 course meal?

    They offer a five, six and seven item tasting menu.

    Is there a dress code?

    There is not a formal dress code, but it is suggested that men wear sports coats. My husband and I went and he only wore a dress shirt with dress pants and dress shoes.

    What's the corkage fee here?

    $35

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    Second Story - La Bamba. So good

    Second Story

    4.3(105 reviews)
    9.4 mi

    Made a reservation for 6:15 and got here right when they opened at 6, they sat us right away. We…read morehad the whole place to ourselves which was very cool. Love the decor/design and vibes (music/theme). Service was great! Helpful, friendly, and accommodating. The bartenders are really serving up crafted cocktails. We ordered the following: -Start Me Up, my partner loved this. He is an espresso drinker and love the flavor profile -Like A Virgin, this is on the sweeter side but the prosecco side car really balances it out -So Fresh, So Clean: normally comes with tequila but I swapped for vodka and it was very refreshing -Davis In My Bones, partner loved this This place turns into a club at 9:30, so there are plenty of options depending on your mood! Come check it out!

    This is definitely not a happy hour or "let's grab a drink" place. It opens at 6pm, and on a…read moreThursday at 6pm on the dot, I was offered only a bar seat without having a reservation. No big deal, as I wanted the bar anyway, but something others should keep in mind. The cocktail list is plentiful and intriguing. I tend to avoid tequila, so that eliminated a good chunk of the options. I went with Rose Colored Lenses, which was fantastic, and decently sized. Presentation was beautiful. My friend had All a Dream, also very good. The wine offerings are minimal, this is very much a cocktail or champagne type of place, with caviar being the primary food service. Speaking of service, the bartender was excellent, both in his mixology and demeanor. It took awhile to get the drinks, but I assume that was due to the complexity of the cocktails, paired with having just opened the doors a few min earlier. Two notes: 1. The barstools were a little too low, imo. I don't normally pay much attention to that detail, but these were uncomfortably low for me, even with my long torso, I was hyper aware of my posture. So maybe that's actually a good thing 2. Other patrons were rolling in shortly behind me, so there is probably an early crowd when they first open, then a late night group that appreciates the 2am closing time. Interior is beautiful, and you can use the steps up to the 2nd floor either from N Santa Cruz or the rear parking lot off W Main. More substantial food options are a mere few steps across the hall at Heritage.

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    Elements Restaurant - Salmon Wellington

    Elements Restaurant

    4.2(414 reviews)
    3.8 miAlmaden Valley
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    Vegetarian friendly
    Casual dining

    Do not let the ther appearance fool you. Nestled in the…read moreAlmaden Center shopping mall, Elements Restaurant might appear unassuming from the outside. However, once you step inside, you're greeted with an amazing dining experience that far surpasses initial impressions. Ambiance and Decor: The interior is modern and tastefully designed, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. A standout feature is the glass wine cellar situated at the center of the restaurant, adding a touch of elegance. Even the restrooms are impeccably clean--a detail that reflects the establishment's commitment to excellence. Cuisine and Menu: While the menu isn't vast, it offers a wide range of options catering to every taste and dietary requirement. The appetizers are generously portioned, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious. We started with the Vegetarian Spring Rolls, which included two rolls cut in half--each half the size of a full spring roll at other restaurants. Served with a well-crafted hoisin peanut sauce, the portion was so ample that we took half of it home. The Quails Appetizer was a delightful surprise, arriving as a substantial serving that resembled a main dish. The quail was expertly prepared with a mild teriyaki glaze and accompanied by a fresh side salad. Both appetizers set a high standard for the rest of the meal. For the main course, we ordered the Combination Vermicelli with Prawns and Egg Roll, requesting prawns only. The dish came in a large bowl with a side sauce and was abundant with prawns--enough to satisfy two diners. The highlight was the Salmon Wellington. Presented beautifully, the salmon was wrapped in spinach and encased in crispy puff pastry, resting on a bed of delicious lemon beurre sauce and asparagus. Words can't do justice to how amazing this dish was; we found ourselves using the fresh bread to savor every last bit of the sauce. Again, the portion was generous enough for two. Wine List: The wine list is very good and the prices are very reasonable. Service and Experience: From our seating area, we could view the kitchen through a large window, watching the owner chef work his magic. The service was impeccable throughout the evening. We personally thanked the chef for the incredible experience. Conclusion: The combination of superb service, excellent presentation, inviting ambiance, and reasonable prices made for an unforgettable dining experience. I only wish we had discovered Elements Restaurant sooner. It's perfect for a romantic dinner or special occasion, yet the pricing makes it suitable for any day of the week. Great place for bringing friends and family. I strongly recommend that you visit this amazing gem--don't wait! Note: They also offer an extensive take-away menu, which is even larger than their dine-in selection.

    My husband and I came here for dinner last night a little before 6pm without making a reservation…read more We got seated right away. While the restaurant was quite busy by the time we left, it wasn't completely full. Decor was modern and comfortable; nothing fancy, but they did have a cool wine storage area surrounded by glasses in the middle. Since they mentioned on their online menu that there's a longer prep time for the Salmon Wellington, we placed an order of it as soon as we sat down while deciding what else to order. For starter, we split the Five Spice Rotisserie Quails. They're quite flavorful, just a bit on the dry side. The Salmon Wellington and Tea-Smoke Duck arrived shortly after we finished the quails and washed our hands. The presentation of the dishes was fantastic. While the puff pastry could be cooked a bit more and the salmon could use more seasonings, the salmon was well cooked, the sauce was quite delicious and the dish was just so beautiful. The duck dish had a very nice smoky aroma, the taro and cranberry reduction was delicious. While the fresh apple slices provided a nice crunch, I would prefer some kind of apple compote. We ended our meal with a mango panna cotta. While the panna cotta was quite thick and not as soft and wobbly as what we're used to, it's still very enjoyable together with the mango sauce, and the plating was top-notch. Service was friendly. Our water was refilled promptly. Complimentary bread was nice and warm. Despite its unassuming store front, and in the middle of nowhere location, Elements offers real bang for the buck delicious fusion dishes with interesting combinations and flavors. Can't wait to come back and try other items on their menu.

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    La Foret - french - Updated May 2026

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