This is a chill spot to come and get a drink. They have a wonderful Happy Hour that ends at 6:00pm. So get here when they open if you want to sample some good wine and appetizers. There are little tables around, would be better if you have a smaller group. I ordered a glass of Chardonnay and one of their flatbreads. The food was just okay. I will be back for a second visit. Customer service was great, our server was attentive checked on us and let us know last call on Happy Hour was ending. Check it out if you're in Palo Alto. read more

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Wanted a light lunch before going to a baby shower. Little did I know it was the Wine festival weekend which was a great opportunity to people watch. Sadly, we were so busy watching people and all the dogs, I forgot to snap pic! Forgive?? Now for the important stuff. Castro street has loads of outdoor seating. We took a table outside because September on the BayArea is so comfy. I debated on which wine to order. Decided a white would be good and asked out server for guidance in selecting between two Chardonnays. She gave great feedback and I ended up alerting a lovely glass of Chardonnay that fell within my preferred tasting notes. Rootstock has a great selection of small plates/tapas. We went with bruschetta plate and the Monte Sereno flatbread. The bruschetta plate was interesting and not the typical bruschetta and included seasonal toppings . One piece had strawberries on it which I enjoyed although my companion was ok with. We both throughly enjoyed the more typical offerings. I would suggest asking what toppings there are if you have any allergies The flatbread was light and flavorful. It had goat cheese, prosciutto, mozzarella, caramelized onion, thinly sliced pear with some arugula and a balsamic glaze. Definitely worth ordering again. read more

Came here after work for some wine and snack. Their servers there were super friendly and it was such a beautiful day. I fell in love with the cab saddleback ! It was really delicious . I would recommend doing the wine flight. read more

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A classy wine bar in the middle of downtown Mountain View. Happy Hour from 4-6 pm weekdays. Membership available and that gets you into special and fun events. You can enjoy a Wine flight that suits your pallet or you can have wine by the glasses or by the bottles. There's an extensive menu of tapas and heavier dishes to accompany your wine experience. The Rootstock flatbread is very popular and so is the empanada trio. Everything is made fresh in the kitchen and all the items are made to pair well with any of the wines. Service is friendly and professional. Open late on Friday and Saturday. Closed on Monday. Wines are always on rotation featuring many from California. read more

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Visited on a Friday evening with friends for casual wine and food. Our order: - bruschetta: very good - burrata: good - mushroom empanadas: okayish - monte sereno flatbread: very good - combo flatbread: very good We also ordered Pinot noir and cab flights which were both great. Overall we were very happy with the food and wine experience. The staff was VERY friendly to us and our lil pooch. They let the dog sit inside and gave a bowl of water for him. We really appreciated their dog friendly attitude and will definitely visit again. :) read more

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Outdoor seating and a friendly greeting caught our interest. Oh, and the Wine selection as well. Enjoyed a couple of glasses of Rose` with my bestie and a delicious Combo Flatbread. Excellent and relaxing way to end the work week. read more

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After a hike, the girls had to treat ourselves to wine lol There ample seating on the patio and the server was so welcoming to my dog; even allowing him to sit in a chair at the table. We ordered two flights and 4 glasses of wines and all were great. I didn't have high expectations for the food but I was pleasantly surprised! We ordered a lot from the flatbread, wrapped dates, empanada, and dessert; everything the waitress recommended was amazing. They even brought out a dog bowl for Jax. The ambiance here and downtown Mountain View is so refreshing. Is definitely come back! read more

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Love love love absolutely love the place! Went here during the thanksgiving week. The staff is so good with their service. We had a small dog with us and the staff made him feel really comfortable too ( they got him a bowl of water and allowed him to sit on the couch since the floor was super cold) Wine : We tried three flights: the cab flight, Pinot flight and the California flight. All were great. What I loved was, each flight came with three glasses. There was enough tasting in each glass so you didn't feel like you got just a sip and the three glasses in every flight were enough to get you through the meal. Food: their menu is quite small but everything we tried on their was delicious. We got spicy bits that went well with our drinks. bruschetta was awesome! The burrata was alright. Mushroom empanadas were amazing! We tried two flatbreads, both were great. Ambience is that of a pretty and relaxing hangout place. Comfortable seating and good lighting. Overall a great experience. Will definitely come back to try more wines. read more

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The location is nice and the ambiance is great. It's a good spot for dates. I also attended a book club event hosted by Books Inc next door, where other readers met up, so it was also nice for that. It's worth noting though that the menu is a bit overpriced and the food is so-so. Plenty of wine options, but not so many great choices for table-sharing bites. Service is 10/10. read more

I started coming here when they first opened as I live close to down town MV... there tiny bubble flights keep getting shorter and shorter . FYI $30. Seriously you can fill it it up a bit. Literally if you pour them in one glass, your still completely not filling one at least half way. I've been to many places with flights. This is ridiculous. I get it people pandemic happens, but this is too much. Food for thought's read more

Rootstock Wine Bar - This is how much pour you get for your buck. Very interesting, I will try some place else going forward - Wine Bars Near Me - Mountain View, California

I was by the one in Cupertino a while back and strangely it was closed . That has always been my favorite as the Los Gatos one was always too crowded (guess that's changed with the times Im guessing). Well Le Plonc went quiet and now Rootstock MV emerged in its place. Looks almost the same except now there's seating along the street in addition to the sidewalk. Definitely not nearly as crowded as LG but not quire the charm of Cupertino. Regardless it's another place to have a quick drink before dinner with friends that work not too far away read more

One of our favorite wine bars. Extensive selection of wines and great food. Love the decor with outside seating. Thank you Ben and Ryan - we always have a great time here. read more

I'm so happy I joined my friends on this journey to Rootstock. They have a huge variety of wines and delicious food to choose from. I really appreciate that they have a wine flight to satisfy everyone's taste! read more

The food was delicious I also had a sandwich and salad and tasted some of my friend buchetta The service was great we had a nice waitress and there must not be a time limit for sitting because it felt like my friend and I were there for 2 hours. The ambiance was beautiful and quiet and cute when I sent my friends a picture after they were amazed asking me what city/restaurant I was at. I came over from Emeryville area to meet my friend and it was worth the drive read more

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Absolutely fabulous - food, wine, service, ambiance, all of it. We went twice in two days while visiting Mountain View. Definitely a Do Not Miss spot! read more

This place is so awesome! They carry an extensive wine selection and not to mention the deviled eggs are incredible. I have been here a couple times now, and it is definitely going to be a regularly spot for my wife and I. I suggest going for their happy hour from 3-6pm so you can try a bunch of things. read more

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

Wow! Chris what a nice experience. In town from DC and the Seattle area we randomly stopped in for a bite before heading to the airport. Time was a bit of a crunch. Chris your were kind, hospitable and really went out of your way in the most gracious manner. (Owners and manager note). You guided us in wine selections even brought a comparison without our even asking. You offered help when we asked, about our food choice. Though our time was limited it felt relaxing and enjoyable. And the food and wine selections were on point. Everything came out timely and the flavors were outstanding. We had a mushroom and pesto flatbread that was full of flavor, balanced not a garlic bomb. We enjoyed the Caprese Salad and the Beets and Arugula salad as well. Again full of flavor! Next time we are in town, we'll be back. For anyone out there reading this, give them a try. It's lovely! read more

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Came here to celebrate my best friend's birthday and it was a great experience. The server was super friendly, helpful, and suggested the best wine. She even brought out some for us to sample before we settled on the Dessert Wines Flight (10/10 recommend if you are into sweeter, more subtle wines). The food was delicious and shareable. I also love how this located in the center of Downtown Mountain View so you can walk around and shop before/after. :) read more

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Service was friendly and attentive. We went for a casual meet up with friends during the holiday break and it felt overpriced. I am okay paying more for fine wine, but I wish there were some cheaper food options to cater to a wider audience. read more

Service and food were great. Thw waitress was very helpful and service was quick. A bit overpriced for the portions given but still good atmosphere. read more

Cute little wine bar on Castro where there's a lot of heated outdoor seating - the indoor space always looks nicer but we haven't been able to go inside yet. The service here is fast and they have so many options for wine! I got the rose flight which I enjoyed and I feel like it's a great value since it costs almost as much as a single glass. Overall a quite cute romantic vibe. read more

First time coming to this location! This is perfect for date night or girls night. I would say what sets rootstock aside from other wine bars is the wide variety of food options (they even have sandwiches!) perfect for light dinner and wine. read more

Rootstock Wine Bar - Wine Bars Near Me - Mountain View, California

Sadly, I tried to love this place. I really did. I've had two negative experiences here. Would not recommend if you're looking for a trusted wine bar in your neighborhood!! After sitting outside and getting verbally attacked and threatened by a senile old man who kept saying "I am the police" as he came closer in a aggressive tone, I've been hesitant to return. Nonetheless, the second time, I call ahead and place an order for pick up. I was getting my hair done down the street and was having a blonde transformation done. This service took me over 5 hours! I was beyond starved and really looking forward to a warm meal at home. I called ahead of time and when I get there I'm told to wait over 10 minutes for something I placed for pick for over 30 minutes ago. Trust me, I'm very patient and still waited while it was made. However I live in Oakland so the traffic from Mountain View to Oakland is TERRIBLE. I eventually grew tired from waiting and ended up leaving there at 5:45-50. (Order was placed for pick up at 5:30) In my opinion, the sandwiches are good! I wouldn't eat there to save my life. Which is why I tried take out but... Nevermind. Lol Good luck to this place and thanks Ryan for being so patient while we tried to get my refund going. They said I have a free sandwich or something but between this and the customers attacking me... I will steer clear from this drama filled place. read more

Knowledgeable staff. Great wines! There's a wine for everyone here. It's a good place to kick back and relax, and try some options. There's even a wine club! Definitely worth a visit if you love wine. read more

It's Always super fun at Rootstocks. As a member we get 2 Free tasting events every month which is awesome. Each event has a diff winery. The wine selection is great overall and there is a great food menu as well - the Chicken pesto sandwich and Flatbreads are really good. The only warning is to Verify your wine bottle price with your server before purchasing - there are a few prices listed on each bottle and it's confusing. I've paid extra when I expected a lower price a couple times. Besides that concern, everything else is great!! read more

While good it's WAY over priced for what you get. With tip our bill was over $70. We had two beers and two flat breads. Portions are small, both in food and drink. I had the Monte Serrano and my husband had the combo. The balsamic on mine was extremely sweet. His combo was the better of the two. Will we go back, probably not. There are too many other places on Castro that have good food with decent portions and prices. read more

OMG! I found this place by sheer happenstance. How incredible. This place is with their small plates and eclectic wine selection. I want to try things outside the box and this is the place to go to Chris. Who is my server was Natalie on top of his game but I felt like we've culminated our friendship, I'll be back! This is my new neighborhood hang out read more

Went for happy hour on a Friday night- great experience. Lots of tables, you seat yourself and staff come get your order. HH ends at 6pm so be there a few mins before and order a few glasses from the HH menu and you're golden! Bring a good book or you can people watch and enjoy some flatbread and good wine. read more

Great Place! Great Staff! Great Selection! Came with 20 minutes left and was well attended.

Great food--try a flatbread or salad, excellent service, and amazing ambiance (I sat outside). I enjoyed a meal by myself, unplugged and just watched the people go by and took in the sensory experience. This would be an excellent date night, and I intend to make it one soon. I didn't use my phone so no photos this time. read more

We LOVED this place! Heather was very informational, as well as had great customer service. We enjoyed the wines as well as the ports and dessert wines. We didn't have food but the we will be back as the menu looks amazing! read more

I just recently started coming here. Great location. Outside seating. Good people, food, wine and beers on tap. A perfect place to stop by for a quick glass of wine and flatbread-like-piTheir salads are divine as well. Check out the Pessimist (Red) if you get a chance. Its worth it! read more

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Great ambiance and selection when wanting to try wines by the glass or by the bottle. They offer a variety of cheese and meat plates, as well as sandwiches/flatbreads. It makes for an upscale / loungey evening out and worth trying out if that's the scene you're looking for. Wine ot? read more

Rootstock Wine Bar - Wine Bars Near Me - Mountain View, California

I stopped by recently after dinner to kill some time and have a glass of wine while waiting to pick up my wife at the airport. Even though it was 30 mins before they officially closed, I asked if I could grab a quick glass of wine. The staff was super friendly and accommodating and told me to take my time and enjoy. With their original location in Los Gatos, they focus a lot on the wines of Santa Cruz Mountains, which is great. The wines are typically more restrained, with lighter extracts, higher acidity, and generally more finesse than you'll find in wines from the Napa valley floor, which tend to dominate what others thing of California wines. In addition to quite an extensive list of wines by the bottle at every price point (sub-$50 to $1000+), they also have pretty interesting flights and by-the-glass options. I opted to do the Pinot flight, which was fantastic. I didn't order any food, so I can't comment on their food offerings, but I will say that I'm impressed with the staff's level of knowledge of wine. Although we clearly have different palates, it was nice being able to nerd out with someone about wine. You don't normally find FOH staff that know more than the basics, so that was a pretty nice surprise! Next time I'm in the area again, I'll definitely stop by for a glass or two. read more

This wine bar is hands down the best in the Bay Area. We had such attentive service all night, incredible advice about every wine and a very very kind, funny host. We'll definitely be back! read more

Nice place, server was extremely helpful with wine choices. The charcuterie board was also nice and paired well.

Shelby is sweet and kind. We stopped by during the MV Art and Wine Festival and she attended to us with patience while we took time to figure out what we wanted. Even though we didn't stay for long, she made us feel welcome and that's what matters. She's a gem! read more

Went here for some wine flights with girlfriends from work. Classy and fun, with incredible knowledgeable service who made us laugh for about 3 hours straight. The Merlot flight was 10/10. read more

Really enjoyed our wine and flatbread. Pricy but the quality and service was great! Definitely coming back. Interested in the wine club but can not find information for what "member pricing" means. If anyone knows the discount let me know read more