I've been to Los Altos Grill many, many times over the years and have never had a bad experience. It's usually 2 of us so we sit at the bar for a drink and a meal. The bartenders are always awesome and the food is consistently good. It seems others feel they have a lot of rules, but I've never had a problem I also go to Orange County every other week and we often eat at Houston's which is owned by the same restaurant group. Houston's is consistently good as well and perfect for a work/lunch meeting. read more

Bring back the cornbread in the iron skillet! Please! The bites are just ok- lame in comparison. Their cornbread was a huge highlight and must. Bring it back! Dings crispy chicken was ok. I prefer the original chicken sandwich that didn't have the breading. The streak salad was definitely my favorite that isn't available. Chicken salad too it's place- not the same. Fries were decent. Cole slaw was tasty. Next time I'll try a different side. But my super highlight- you brought back the Oreo cookie ice cream 'sandwich'- which don't think I didn't notice it's half the size now. Still amazing with the chocolate sauce. I haven't visited in awhile - this was my birthday restaurant- but when you messed with the cornbread, took it off the menu and took away the Oreo sandwich- I was reluctant to return. Thanks for bringing back the favorites. But please bring the cornbread back. Service was ok- pleasant but I would say I didn't feel as welcomed as I have in the past. Lots of waitstaff but very standoffish. I felt they were all walking around unhappy. Must be the cornbread. read more

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I'll start by saying that I'm a vegetarian, so my perspective is very different from most folks who come here. I came here on a Friday evening with a group of 4 others. Because they don't take reservations for parties that large, we were told to wait an 1 hour and 45 minutes. We didn't mind waiting, as we weren't that hungry at the time, but definitely something to keep in mind if you don't have a reservation! The table ordered their famous artichokes, which were fine but nothing to write home about. I knew about their lack of vegetarian items beforehand, so I wasn't surprised to see that they only had one vegetarian item (The Proud Vegetarian). I was told that it would come with vegetables, ciabatta, and 3 sides of my choosing (which was a nice surprise because I love sides). I ended up choosing the broccolini, fries, and a kale salad. However, when the dish came out, the vegetables they mentioned were missing, and there was a deviled egg in its place (I don't eat eggs). I was a little confused but I didn't want to turn it into a big deal. We also ordered their banana cream pie, which isn't my favorite dessert. My banana-loving friends also didn't understand the hype around the food. Overall, I would give this place two stars based on my experience but I decided to bump it up to three because of a) how much my omnivore friends seemed to enjoy their entrees and b) the ambiance was nice and I liked the vibes of the establishment. read more

I love coming here for lunch on the weekend. It's not crowded (you don't need a reservation) and the service is still great. The lunch meat is smaller than the dinner menu, but it works for me since I like getting several appetizers and sides and doing family style for the table. read more

Los Altos Grill - Cheeseburger - New American Near Me - Los Altos, California

I've done so many of these Hillstone should put me on the payroll. All kidding aside, I think their product across the whole United States, where they are selectively located deliver some of the best food consistently that I have ever had. That's a big statement I know, but they have figured out the magic of franchising which these restaurants are definitely not that others miss and that's what makes them great. They know their business and they stick to it and they make their people and their customers extremely happy. I can't think of a better solution. Go and enjoy you won't be disappointed I promise. read more

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Well run operation, friendly and good pacing. We shared the artichoke starter and I had French dip sandwich. Both very good. Really liked the ambience, not too loud and good for conversation. Big bar in the center of the room with seating going all around. Obviously a popular spot, there was a line when we left at 7:30. read more

I must say as always Super nice staff. On this visit I ordered the hamburger for lunch, can you see how high it is, not literally '-) but you get it right? Everyone here is super friendly, and hat goes off the chefs as well, how many times do we thank them? And the head chef. Thank you! read more

Los Altos Grill - New American Near Me - Los Altos, California

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Love this place...they offer good food, great drinks paired with a super vibrant ambiance. Whether date night or a girls' night, this place offers all you need. Let's talk about the awesome service as well. Noah was super friendly and was very attentive to our party; all servers should take a note from him. One of the appetizers came out a little later which was not a problem for us, but the manager came by to apologize so I thought that was nice. Order their infamous banana cream pie sooner than later; they ran out right before we ordered. Parking is easy as they have their own standalone lot. Corkage is $25 a bottle. Forgot to take photos is the entrees...but dessert and app photos attached. read more

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We came last night for a date and as always the food and service were top notch. I removed 1star because they no longer have the Hawaiian ribeye. If I knew this before I forgot. I wish restaurants would not remove staple items from their menus. We enjoyed an artichoke, deviled eggs, and the short rib dish. I ordered the veggie platter but I do not recommend that. Odd note but my husband and I seemed to be the youngest people in there. The crowd was definitely older... I'd say 65-70. Which is fine but made me wonder if there was an elder convention or something happening. Overall, a good night. read more

Los Altos Grill - New American Near Me - Los Altos, California

4 stars? No. The food here is absolutely fantastic. Maybe people rate it under five stars because the prices are high? Or perhaps because it's almost always difficult to get a table when you want one? Indeed, it is an expensive place to eat. But almost everything I've had there is fantastic. You know it's a fantastic place, because no matter what time you go, it's always crowded. read more

Fantastic food, ambiance and service. I went here with a group of colleagues. We shared the artichokes, cornbread and queso appetizers. All were delicious. I got the prime rib beef dip and it was excellent. The quality of meat was good and the horseradish dip was tasty. I took half home and the severe kindly provided to go sides of the au jus and horseradish. The key lime pie is AMAZING! It's a must try. They only take reservations for groups of 4 or less, so you may have to go early if you have a larger group. read more

I've dined here twice in about a month both times at lunch. Service today was fantastic. Our server was very friendly and sweet. Attentive but allowed us to take our sweet time. First time I was there, I tried the grilled artichoke which is to die for and the macho salad, which was also delightful. Today I had a French dip with fries. The French dip was amazing with soft bread, meaty au jus and spicy horseradish on the side. The french fries were disappointing. But even bad french fries are edible and the spicy dipping sauce was good. The best part of the meal though was the Key lime pie. The graham cracker crust was crumbly and delicious, and it had a fantastic fresh zippy lime flavor. The fresh whipped cream on top was a perfect compliment. Pretty epic dessert. It's dark and swanky inside and the booths are large and comfortable. Plenty of parking out front. A true Los Altos staple. read more

Had a lovely dinner at Los Altos grill. Was recommended to me by a friend, and was not disappointed. The vibes were great, the dim lighting throughout the restaurant created a very intimate vibe. The service was great, felt a little rushed ordering by the server however. The cocktails were fantastic, but the Crush cocktail was a bit strong. The classic margarita was absolutely perfect. We had the jumbo shrimp and the guacamole and queso duo. I loved that the chips were freshly made in house. I was a bit skeptical about the cold queso but it did not disappoint. The flat iron steak and fries were so well seasoned and perfectly cooked. If you're looking for an intimate night out and want to eat good food, I recommend eating at Los Altos grill. read more

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Food and service were amazing. Their grilled artichoke and smoked salmon are the must-tries. This is a cozy Neighbourhood restaurant with a large bar area which offers great drinks. read more

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Los Altos Grill continues to be one of my favorite restaurants in the area. The food is good, the service is amazing, the drinks are so-so depending on what you order, but it's always a great experience. Recently I was disappointed by the margarita I ordered, but my date really enjoyed his martini. Our waitress was phenomenal and seemed to anticipate our needs before we asked for anything. I look forward to returning soon! read more

The service was seamless from start to finish. The food and drinks were perfection. I made reservations for and upcoming birthday celebration as we enjoyed the experience so much. read more

We love Los Altos Grill and have been frequent patrons for many years. The service and consistency is stellar and keeps us coming back. The ribs and the burger are unreal. Best deviled eggs I've ever had. And my usual order is either the ahi tuna tartare or the macho salad. We are over the moon that they are currently serving the Banana Cream Pie after 3 years off the menu. Please add it back to the menu permanently!! We will come back quite frequently for it, it blows the key lime pie out of the water. Many thanks to the Gm David for this incredible change and for making it happen :) Update as of July 12: it has been added to the menu and tastes amazing!! read more

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Recently my wife and I visited LAG to enjoy a nice meal as it's on our list of favorite restaurants. I had brought up a small issue to our server just say it was noticed and I didn't expect it to go anywhere. Shortly thereafter I noticed her speaking to who turned out to be the new manager. Still no expectation of any thing to be done, until he, David, came to our table and introduced himself. He said he didn't want our evening to be a disappointment and offered us a different table. We told him we were fine where we were seated and honestly weren't looking for anything to be done further. David was super polite in our conversation and said he would take care of us and we were very grateful for him addressing the situation in person. After we finished our fantastic meal he came back to our table as we finished our dessert. Again he was apologetic for the situation and wanted to assure us he'd take of us. We told him we didn't want to make any sort of fuss about the situation, just wanted them to notice we noticed it and decided to speak up. No, I'm not going to divulge what the situation was as it's somewhat moot now. David told us he was going to comp our meal that evening and we were so very grateful as that was never our expectation! He went on to say, but wait it gets better. We could not imagine what he was leading up to. Well, he definitely made it better by providing us with a gift card valid at any of their other restaurants of our choice. OMG, what an amazing experience! Yes, we will certainly return to LAG soon! Thank you David, we wish you all the success! read more

Los Altos Grill continues to be our #1 date night spot, so we wanted to try it out for lunch on our first day of winter break. We got our favorites - dip duo, French dip sandwich, cornbread bites... can't go wrong with any of these! It was definitely less crowded than dinner time which was nice. Service was fantastic as always and food comes out promptly. Can't wait for our next trip to LAG! read more

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Looking for a wood fired place? Some of their menu items are done on a wood grill. You can smell the smoke as you enter the parking lot. They have a large food prep area and a nice kitchen that is all visible to the customers. We like wood fired meats so had to try the place. We were there for Sunday lunch. We were hoping for more brunch items but had a great meal. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. We recommend giving them a try. read more

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We were on our way home from a road trip and decided to stop here and order takeout. This place was pretty busy for dinner. Upon walking in, it had a very inviting, intimate, kind of vibe. With the fireplace, it reminded me of an old school restaurant like Peppermill or Hungry Hunter, but more modern. The place was busy and packed, but the people who worked there were super nice and helpful. I walked past the bar and placed my order. I walked around and took a few pictures. I loved how, on my way to the restroom, I could see where they made the rotisserie chickens. The next thing I knew, my order was ready. We ordered: 1. Rotisserie chicken - Juicy and flavorful chicken. It was perfectly seasoned that it didn't need sauce. 2. Broccolini- My favorite side of choice. I liked that they had it pre-cut in easy to eat pieces. It was nice and lightly cheesy. I wished it had a little more garlic. Other than that, it was perfection. 3. Cornbread bites - Moist yummy pieces of goodness. I liked the little crunch on the outside. The food and service were amazing. I can't wait to come back and try the beef ribs and desserts. read more

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We've lived in Los Altos for almost 22 years and Los Altos Grill is one of our favorite places to go for date night, family meals and dinners with friends. They have *the* best cocktails and delicious, American cuisine. Never disappoints... last night was no exception. And, you can't beat the $25 corkage fee. Only took a picture of my dinner but the banana cream pie was a surprise hit with scrumptious graham cracker crust. read more

Los Altos Grill - Ahi tuna tartare salad with delicious thinly cut, lightly toasted bread and deviled egg. - New American Near Me - Los Altos, California

In all honesty, I haven't been back to this restaurant in 18 years! Last time I was here was when I was pregnant and I loved vegetarian food! Lol I remember there grilled artichokes as well as the whole skillet of jalapeño cornbread - to my surprise a number of things have changed!! The ambience will still the same, dark and somewhat romantic, but all the tables were set up for less than four people. So sadly, my husband couldn't come since there was already three in our party so he went home after the play. Awkward, but we also have puppies at home. Lol . The two servers we had were rather young. I'm guessing, college age, and the first lady didn't tell us that she wasn't our actual server and just filling in until the gentleman got back from break. We tried to order from her, and I guess she didn't pass along the message. Interesting. About five minutes later, we met our actual server, a young college looking student who was very friendly and outgoing, which is very interesting since none of the younger high school/college age students talk much. Lol he was incredibly friendly and outgoing so I was surprised. I really enjoyed my chicken sandwich and the spicy aïoli sauce along with the coleslaw. I actually got full off of my mom's appetizer which was the smoked salmon! They literally gave you a half of a salmon!! It was very tasty with the cream sauce, and I love the Cristini Breads that were on the side. I'm always a sucker for sour desserts and I had to try the Keylime pie!! That was also delicious and I really liked the graham cracker crust and how there was lime zest baked into the crust! Overall, I wouldn't mind coming back here again, just remember you're going to be paying top dollar and the food is tasty, but I really miss the full sizes of skillet cornbread instead of the little six bite-size pieces we got in one order. They were also out of artichokes by the time our reservation came up so sadly, I couldn't get any grilled artichokes. This is also mentioned That they run out. read more

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One star for this restaurant when they came to my friend rudely saying that their policy not allows customers wearing a hat. They made my friend take off his hat. No longer going to this restaurant and won't recommend. read more

Unprofessional, rude, and a terrible way to treat paying guests. My friend and I arrived around 5:00 PM on a Thursday, spent 30 minutes at the bar, and sat for dinner at 5:40 PM. The food was good, but the service from management was appalling. While we were finishing up, the manager began hovering over our table and aggressively reaching across us to clear plates. At 6:50 PM, he outright asked us to vacate the table and move to the bar so he could flip the table. The bar was completely full, giving us nowhere to go, and offering a free drink didn't help since I was driving. When I pointed out how inappropriate this was, he cited a "1.5-hour table limit." This was never disclosed to us beforehand. If it had been, we would have just eaten at the bar. We were at our dining table for barely an hour and a half and spent almost $200. To be rushed out and hovering-managed by Manager David Prichard ruined what should have been a great evening. Avoid unless you like being rushed out the door. read more

This restaurant has been a long-term stable for us. Over the years, It kind of lost its touch, but I believe it's been polished up when we visited in June. The service and food are both great, for both the flat iron steak and prime filet. It's cooked to perfection, tender with great flavors. However, I am surprised to find out the flat iron steak has more flavors than the filet. I do think the chimichurri sauce is not necessary as it has a great flavor already. Maybe set it aside so it doesn't overtake the steak. We order a side broccollini, and that's where we find a surprise guest: a black robber band! Oh lordy.... The server and manager came running to apologize profusely and offer for us to take something home. They also take this side order off the bill. We thank them for their kind response. The slogan of the restaurant says: Serving you with pride and good food. I feel from their service it does show this is what they strive for. I hope to visit them in the future as it gives the welcoming vibe when you walk in. read more

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Love Los Altos Grill and the entire Hillstone Group for always being the most consistent high quality restaurant group that delivers every time. Been a fan of Hillstone forever now. Love every salad, main and item on the menu. Great wine selection, the prime rib is perfect, the artichoke dip is one of the best to start with and the chocolate sundae is Heaven. I am excited this location has created a cozy outdoor dining space also. read more

After 3 long years, the Banana Cream Pie is back! Always stellar service, food, and ambiance when visiting Los Altos Grill. Please don't remove the BCP from the menu :) read more

Four of us had lunch here recently on a weekday. We shared a Dip Duo and an order of Deviled Eggs. Both of those are winners. And for entrees, we had the crispy Chicken Sandwich, the Macho Salad and the Gulfcoast Fish Sandwich. All were delicious and very generously sized. The fries are also not to be missed. Unfortunately, no room for dessert. Service was quick and the seating/ambiance is a pleasure. Overall - great lunch! read more

Had a 1pm reservation on a Saturday and the 3 of us were seated right away which was great. My mom and I had the French dip sandwich, and it was good, nothing super special in my opinion. Other person had the fried chicken sandwich and that looked very good! Also shared a side of fries and those were great. Paid an extra $7 for that. Had the ice cream sundae for dessert and it was huge! Had hot fudge on the side and that was delicious. Service was pretty good too. read more

I've been to Los Altos Grill a handful of times over the years. The food is good and it's usually busy, which I've always taken as a good sign. The restaurant has a great vibe for a nice date, or a Friday-night happy hour. This most recent visit really missed the mark. I met a friend for cocktails and an appetizer. Service at the start was great. Our server was attentive and even swapped out my warmed glass for a frozen one without me asking. It was shaping up to be a good night. Where things went sideways was with the manager. When we were seated, I explained that my friend would be leaving and my wife would join me afterward so she and I could order dinner. Nobody said this would be a problem. We sat, enjoyed our drinks, and waited. About five minutes before my wife arrived, the manager came over and told us we couldn't "switch" guests because of a two-hour dining limit. This policy isn't posted anywhere, and it would have been helpful to know up front. Instead, it felt like we'd somehow done something wrong. It was uncomfortable and honestly a little embarrassing. We ended up leaving, hungry and disappointed. I won't be returning, and my friend -- who eats here a few times a month -- felt the same way. A simple heads-up at the start would have changed the whole experience. read more

Food was great. Service was fast. Ambiance was nice. Convenient parking and overall location. Dark lighting and low ceilings; makes for quite the intimate...yet social setting. read more

This is a peninsula standard. The LA Grill never gets old. The service is spot on time after time with a great friendly crew. Happy hour is always vibrant with folks eager to engage in conversation. The food will keep you coming back the French Dip is a go to and they added a Gulf Coast Fish sando that's a must try. Pro tip - add Tabasco to the sando and always always sit at the bar. Tell them I sent you. read more

Los Altos Grill - Gulf Crispy Fish Sandwich - New American Near Me - Los Altos, California

Los Altos Grill is everything you'd expect from a Hillstone group restaurant, which is to say very good. The kale salad never fails to disappoint and actually exceeded the high standard set by the SF Hillstone. The dressing had a stronger peanut flavor--this is the salad to make kale haters try. The attentive and friendly waiters are accommodating in holding the chicken and bringing a small side of extra Parmesan which helps bolster the dish after the removal of the meat (also major thanks for adjusting the cost accordingly). The space is both moody and cheerful, a hybrid of a place to unwind after a long day and a special date night destination. read more

Los Altos Grill - Key Lime Pie - New American Near Me - Los Altos, California

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Nice spot for small (under 4 people) groups to grab dinner. They're part of the Hillstone Restaurant Group. I've gone twice this year and got great service both times, and had an overall great time. The food is your typical bistro fare, cooked fresh and in reasonably large portions. read more

This is a bustling establishment on a Friday night so you better get a reservation if you don't want to wait around for a table to open up! Dim lighting inside. A huge bar in the center of the restaurant. Excellent drinks. A nice patio outside. It's a busy but fun atmosphere in the evenings. Food is delectable. I've only been on busy nights on the weekends so I can't say how it is during weekdays. But I definitely recommend getting a reservation either way. The place gets packed. Seems like it's "the spot" to go to in Los Altos. read more

The food here is good -- no complaints on that front. However, I do want to share a disappointing experience we had today. My mom is about to undergo an intensive medical treatment for her cancer, and her doctors instructed her not to eat indoors to reduce the risk of infection. We specifically chose this restaurant because she likes the food and there is an outdoor patio, which was completely empty when we arrived. People are allowed to eat starters outdoors is what the server said, but not main courses. Unfortunately, despite explaining my mom's health situation, the manager informed the front desk host that they were unable to accommodate us on the patio, even though we purchased ~$100 in French dip sandwiches. While I understand that restaurants have policies, it was disheartening that they couldn't make a small exception for a legitimate medical need -- especially when the outdoor area was unused. A little compassion can go a long way, and I hope the management will consider being more flexible in cases like this going forward. read more

Los Altos Grill - Empty patio - New American Near Me - Los Altos, California

Dined here many years ago. Was impressed. Friend invited us for a Sunday lunch. Still quite impressed. We had crispy chicken sandwich, french dip, jumbo shrimps, and Macho salad. All shared among 4 people. In addition, I had an IPA. The chicken sandwich was presented as sliders of 3 pieces, they were wonderful. The french dip was cut into 2 pieces and also very enjoyable. The salad had a plethora of ingredients with good balance and contrast. Yes, the shrimps were large, but they were basically standard cocktail shrimps. Overall, I was quite delighted. Then there were only 3 choices for draft beers. Given this is a "grill" in Los Altos and northern California, that's way too small. And while I understood the concept of small menu, it was really a bit too constraining. Lastly, how is it OK for no dessert for lunch? read more

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Great iconic restaurant of Los Altos. Rating it a 3.5. Everyone in town knows this place and comes here for all occasions. It's got an old town feel and is welcoming to everyone and anytime. I've been here a few times to grab a beer with coworkers and lunch. The chef here is really passionate and devoted to his craft. They're well known for their wood fire rotisserie chicken, salmon and prime rib sandwiches. I wished the $30 prime rib sandwiches were a little bigger, which still left me hungry. It's a good spot to bring a date, hang with friends, celebrations or networking. Be prepared to shell out cash here. read more

Los Altos Grill - New American Near Me - Los Altos, California

An upscale restaurant in the middle of a quiet downtown Los Altos. We've been here a few times for special occasions and it's a solid choice for a darker, quieter, atmosphere - meant for the older or couples without children group. This is not a place you should expect to bring larger, louder, parties or children so plan accordingly for an adult lunch or dinner date - it's unrealistic to expect anything else. Food is on the pricier side but not the most expensive meal I've seen around the Bay Area. Service was quick and attentive - they came by countless times to refill out party of 4's waters and drinks promptly. All the dishes we ordered (Cedar Plank Salmon, Ribs, Rotisserie Chicken, and the artichoke) were tasty and well cooked. read more

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