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    Rootstock Wine Bar

    4.5 (88 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Romantic
    Classy
    Outdoor seating

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    So yum
    Vanessa D.

    Absolutely loved this spot! The food was insanely amazing--hands down 5/5. I had the bruschetta (perfectly fresh and flavorful), the pot belly sliders (did not expect ground meat, but it totally worked), and shared a veggie flatbread, which was also delicious. I also tried an olive... and quickly confirmed that olives are still 100% not my thing. But that's on me, not them. Sat outside on a warm late afternoon--gorgeous, but I found myself playing musical chairs with the sun (despite the umbrellas). Pro tip: bring shades or snag a shadier seat if you're going for the patio. I tried a non-alcoholic cabernet for the first time--honestly, it tasted like sour grape juice. Wouldn't recommend that particular option, but I'm definitely coming back to try the real wine next time. All in all: amazing food, chill vibe, and a spot I'll absolutely be returning to.

    Sally L.

    super cute place for drinking wine. located in downtown mountain view area. theres parking on the street and a parking lot. it was full on a weekday evening! we came for wine tasting. my friend has a membership, which is a good deal so she can bring a +1 each month. i loved the experience. very nice vibes would come back again!

    Vinho Verde
    Sheila N.

    Came to Rootstock for a post-work happy hour; this was a perfect spot with shareable plates , and outdoor seating that was dog friendly. Our server, Ariana, was attentive and gave us great recommendations. Here's what we ordered: - Vinho Verde (Anjos, Portugal): citrusy and slightly fizzy; super refreshing to kick off our evening - Spring Forward wine flight (Seghesio, Vermentino, Russian River; Stag's Leap, Viognier, Napa; Domaine de L'alliance, Sauternes, France): this was a perfect flight for a warm day. I've had the Viognier before so I was excited to have that, but the Vermentino was my favorite. Really bright, slightly sweet, and refreshing. - Tomato & Goat Cheese Bruschetta Crostinis: the flavor was good but the bread was a bit overly dry/toasted. I would have liked a bit more goat cheese too. - Prosciutto Wrapped Dates: these were SO delicious; however the almond on the inside was pretty hard to bite into- proceed with caution! - Monte Sereno Flatbread (goat cheese, prosciutto, pear, onion, arugula, balsamic): I loved the combination of the tart goat cheese, slight sweetness of the pear and balsamic, and the salty kick of the prosciutto. Perfectly cooked! - Seasoned Burrata (w/ olive oil and tomato): simple and tasty; good portion. - Sweet Ponzu Shishito Peppers (w/ garlic and leeks): these really surprised me! The peppers weren't overly spicy, the ponzu was great and I loved that there was a TON of sauce. I also really enjoyed the crispy leeks! Definitely recommend coming to Rootstock, especially on a sunny day, for some great wine and good food! Instagram: @waitingtoeat

    Feven E.

    Did a fun tasting with my girlfriends and enjoyed the range in bottles. I would've preferred more food options as the menu was a bit more narrow and not diverse but I enjoyed my time here.

    Menu as of April 2025
    Laura A.

    Laid back/ elegant wine bar. We came around 5:30pm for a girls day out on a Saturday and there were plenty of tables to choose from, outside and inside. I can def see them getting really busy especially as the weather warms up. Service was very good, Jean took great care of us and answered any questions we had. Very happy we got the chocolate molten lava cake, didn't disappoint!

    RamonaEliza D.

    Been wanting to return to this spot since our first visit was phenomenal. Once again it did not disappoint. This spot is chill and truly gives off a relaxing vibe. The hosts and servers are friendly and very knowledgeable of their menu and wine selections and all the details that came with it. I always have enjoyed their varieties of charcuterie options and they are fresh and delicious. Pairing it with your choice of wine makes it even more appealing. Enjoy my time here and will definitely be returning soon.

    Flight of interesting whites - the choices rotate

    I love the rotating flights so you always get to try something new, and I've enjoyed most of their food as well. I love the mix of indoor/outdoor seating, and shout-out to friendly servers like Ben!

    Sparkling Corvezzo Rose (left) and Coronado Weekend Vibes IPA (right)
    Mary A.

    It's always 5 pm somewhere, right? I came here with a group of friends for happy hour and board games on a Friday evening. Rootstock has happy hour from 3-6 pm Mon-Fri, so I used this opportunity to sample a couple of drinks and food. I was conflicted between drinks (there was a good wine and beer I wanted to try), so I ended up getting both - super happy I did! I also ordered their Monte Sereno flatbread, and that was a delicious & flavorful, but light, dish. The server came around to inform us about last call for happy hour, allowing us to put in our last orders. The place has both indoor and outdoor seating. Great place to unwind and chill with friends while sampling some great food and drinks. Cost: -Happy Hour (HH) Sparkling Rose = $10 -HH Weekend Vibes IPA = $8 -HH Monte Sereno flatbread = $9

    Came here to check out a friend's art that was showing there. It was nicely presented and look great there Nice wine bar, good selection. Like the price of the 'to go' more than 'restaurant' Service was friendly. Good was surprisingly very good. Ended up eating there, had flat bread and sliders both were very good. Other items look good too. Will definitely be back

    Happy Hour Menu (June 13th, 2023)
    Winston C.

    Rootstock Wine Bar was always on my list to try. We finally had the special opportunity to try it on a Tuesday 4:45PM. No wait time even up to dinner time. Great place for small finger foods with wine & beer after work, but definitely a once in a while thing since it is on the pricier side. We had outdoor seating and our group of 4 (double date) chilled there for some time. The women had wine and the men had beer. Simple. The two flatbreads we ordered were Rootstock Flatbread and Monte Sereno Flatbread; highly recommended. Wonderfully prepared. Same with the flavorful banh mi-styled sliders.

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    The manager was super nice, made good recommendations, and was very accommodating. We will visit again next time we are on Castro Street.

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    Flatbreads were good. The wine flights were well selected. Wish that they wouldn't keep reminding folks that they were closing soon!

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    Great ambiance and selection of food. Small plates were great and well balanced with the wine

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    We reserved this place for Friday night dinner as we were craving Italian. Our server was kind, and…read morelet us choose our table. They served bread and dip which was good and the olive garlic dip was very tasty. Drinks were good 9/10 Main course was good 9/10 Desserts were good 9/10 Flavours were good and food was fresh and satisfying. I will go again but probably second half of the year. They charge you for takeout boxes and bread which used to be complimentary.

    Decent service, okay food. This place is easy to make a reservation for a large group…read more For appetizers, we got the bruschetta. This was good and 2 orders was enough to feed about 10 people with one slice each. The server did take away the leftover pieces without asking if anyone was going to eat it though. For the main dish, I got the Penne con Pollo. The dish was a bit bland in my opinion and was not really memorable. My dish was one of the last ones to come out and before it came out, a server had come around with a bowl of parmesan, offering it to those who already got my order. However, since I got my dish after, I never got the chance to ask for parmesan. For dessert, I got a slice of tiramisu, which I also thought was okay. There was uneven amounts of lady fingers (took a photo of the better side but the opposite side was mainly just cream). Probably could use a bit more dusting of cocoa powder as well. I did feel that the service felt a bit rushed and disorganized (such as forgotten utensils), though it may have been a one off day.

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    I've been a regular at Haberdasher in downtown SJ because I appreciate a classy ambiance with a…read morehistoric 1920s speakeasy twist, so when I say that The Wine Room is a sophisticated elevation of that, take note. I would say it feels like a tavern for wealthy noblemen in 1800s England. Allow me to say where it fell short for me, and then I'll sing my praises. The wine... tasted like wine. I don't have a particularly refined palate when it comes to that. The charcuterie board was a collection of expensive items that I am personally not into: miniature pickles (too sour), meat pâté (bland), and what I think were pickled red peppers. There was no cheese, which was highly disappointing; however, if that style of charcuterie suits you, go for it. The music did not match the ambiance at all. They really should play piano or smooth jazz, because the 2010s pop was honestly annoying. DESPITE ALL OF THIS, the crowd was the real pull. Everyone was either on a first date or was an interesting adult. This makes for fun people-watching and stimulating conversations. People were very willing to walk up and talk to strangers. I saw many people doing so, I felt welcome to do so, and people approached me to converse. So even though the food wasn't great, and the music was horrible, I will return funnily enough because the decor and the people were worth it.

    We came on a Saturday night after a Stanford concert and this really hit the vibe. We were…read morehankering for some food and this place didn't really have things we wanted (fair, it IS a wine place after all!) The wine selection is great without being overwhelming but there wasn't really anything about this place that made it stand out, which is maybe the point. The people were super nice and it wasn't that crowded or loud, which was nice for a small place like this. Recommend as a cute fancy date spot!

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    Had a really great experience here! The restaurant itself has a very nice atmosphere--perfect for a…read morerelaxed meal but still feels a bit upscale. We ordered a variety of dishes and everything was delicious. The ceviche was super fresh and flavorful, and the seafood dishes (especially the paella and mussels) were cooked perfectly. You can really tell they use quality ingredients. Even the smaller plates were well thought out and balanced. Service was also excellent--friendly, attentive, and made us feel taken care of without being overbearing. Overall, great food, great service, and a great vibe. Definitely a place I'd come back to and recommend to others.

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