Chez TJ – French
Tucked away in a charming historic Victorian, this destination for refined gastronomy invites guests into an intimate series of dining rooms where the air is thick with elegance and the promise of a culinary journey. The evening unfolds through a meticulously choreographed chef’s tasting menu, where decadent touches like buttery Kaluga caviar and artisanal local cheeses elevate each course into a celebration of seasonal artistry. Expertly curated wine pairings flow seamlessly throughout the night, ensuring that every sip complements the kitchen's sophisticated narrative for a truly immersive epicurean escape.
938, Villa Street, Mountain View, CA, 94041 +16509647466 https://www.cheztj.com/0Cuisine: French
Price range: $$$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, aip, alkaline, renal, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Chez TJ
Dairy-Free at Chez TJ
Chez TJ in Mountain View has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chef's Tasting Menu. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Chez TJ
Chez TJ in Mountain View has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chef's Tasting Menu. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Chez TJ
Chez TJ in Mountain View has 5 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Local Cheeses, Corkage Fee and Kaluga Caviar Supplement (7g). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Chez TJ
Chez TJ in Mountain View has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grand Wine Pairing, Sommelier's Choice Wine (Bottle) and Nightly Wine Pairing. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Chez TJ
Chez TJ in Mountain View has 6 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Local Cheeses, Grand Wine Pairing and Sommelier's Choice Wine (Bottle). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Chez TJ
Chez TJ in Mountain View has 2 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Local Cheeses and Chef's Tasting Menu. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at Chez TJ
Chez TJ in Mountain View has 2 paleo-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Corkage Fee and Chef's Tasting Menu. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at Chez TJ
Chez TJ in Mountain View has 8 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Local Cheeses, Grand Wine Pairing and Sommelier's Choice Wine (Bottle). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Chez TJ
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chef's Tasting Menu | 73.3 g | 25.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM, Fr-Sa 17:30-20:30
Menu
Tasting Menus
Our signature multi-course dining experiences.
- Chef's Tasting Menu - $210: Daily prix fixe multi-course contemporary French cuisine inspired by seasonal Bay Area produce and global flavors. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner
- Multi-Course Take Out Menu - $150: Assortment of Canapés, Ricotta Gnocchi with Perigord Truffle and Squab Confit, Pogne with Butter, Porchetta with White Bean and Preserved Lemon, Radicchios with Calamansi and Cilantro Bloom, Bohemian Creamery's Holy Moly Cheese, A Study of Chocolate, Mignardise. Available at: dinner, lunch
Supplemental Courses
Additions to enhance your dining experience.
- Kaluga Caviar Supplement (7g) - $40: Parsnip Root and Lemon Verbena with Wild Rice Crisp Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kaluga Caviar Supplement (1 oz) - $110: Parsnip Root and Lemon Verbena with Wild Rice Crisp Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Local Cheeses - $50: Local cheeses with seasonal accompaniments Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
Wine pairings and beverage services.
- Nightly Wine Pairing - $130: Wines uniquely selected to frame and enhance the savory courses of the Chef's Tasting Menu. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Grand Wine Pairing - $250: Premium wine selection curated by the Sommelier. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Sommelier's Choice Wine (Bottle) - $50: Choice of red or white wine for take out. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Corkage Fee - $55: Fee for bringing a 750ml bottle from a private collection (max 2 bottles). Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Chez TJ
- Is Chez TJ dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Chez TJ has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chef's Tasting Menu.
- What can I eat at Chez TJ on a dairy-free diet?
- Chef's Tasting Menu carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Chez TJ have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Grand Wine Pairing and Sommelier's Choice Wine (Bottle).
- Is Chez TJ gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Chez TJ?
- Chef's Tasting Menu, at roughly 25.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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