La Fontaine – French
La Fontaine invites guests into a refined, light-filled space where the timeless elegance of Mediterranean flavors takes center stage through a sophisticated array of shared plates. The kitchen transforms fresh ingredients into edible art, pairing the smoky tenderness of charred octopus with the creamy, nut-crusted richness of artisanal goat cheese. Each visit feels like a leisurely escape to a European courtyard, where the bright, garden-fresh notes of a classic Caprese and the savory depth of tender veal meatballs create a vibrant symphony of coastal-inspired tastes.
186, Castro Street, Mountain View, CA +16509682300 https://www.lafontainerestaurant.com/0Cuisine: French
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, keto, low-carb, vegan, high-protein, pescatarian, low-sodium, heart-healthy, plant-based, whole30, paleo, low-fat, glp1, mediterranean, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, gerd, high-fiber, carnivore, tlc, alkaline, aip, renal, zone, volumetrics, macrobiotic, slow-carb, lectin-free, juice-cleanse
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Friday
- 5:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Prosciutto Melone - $13: Seasonal melon, parma prosciutto Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pistachio Crusted Goat Cheese - $18: Honey, caramelized onions, crostini Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Octopus - $23: Giant white beans, marinated peppers, brown butter, paprika Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Cakes - $18: Homemade smoked salmon, dill aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Gratin - $16: Fried eggplant, tomato, ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bruschetta - $13: Garlic-basil marinated tomatoes, artichoke hearts, parmigiano Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Salmon Crostini - $18: Homemade smoked salmon, dill aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- La Caprese - $17: Fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil, oregano, olive oil, balsamic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arancini - $14: Fontina cheese stuffed rice balls, bread crumbs, marinara Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Meatballs - $15: Soft polenta, provolone cheese, light spicy marinara Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari Fritti - $22: Semolina coated calamari ring and tentacles, caper aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Appetizer For Two - $25: Bruschetta, caprese, prosciutto melone, beet salad Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads and Soups
- La Fontaine Salad - $14: Organic mixed greens, cherry tomato, kalamata olives, red onions, house dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Salad - $16: Baby arugula, red and golden beets, almonds, goat cheese, orange citrus-truffle vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Strawberry & Spinach Salad - $16: Baby spinach, strawberry, mango, almond, pecorino romano cheese, raspberry vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $15: Romaine lettuce, parmigiano, croutons, caesar dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day (Bowl) - $9: Chef's daily selection Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- Margherita Pizza - $22: Organic yellow tomato sauce, Fior di Latte mozzarella, basil, olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- La Fontaine Pizza - $26: San Marzano tomato sauce, Fior di Latte mozzarella, spicy cured sausage, Calabrian chili pepper, crimini mushroom, basil, olives, red onion Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata Pizza - $24: San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh burrata cheese, arugula, cherry tomato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Pizza - $24: Grilled portobello mushroom, eggplant, zucchini, roasted red bell pepper, chopped tomato, fontina cheese, San Marzano tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prosciutto Crudo Pizza - $25: San Marzano tomato sauce, prosciutto cotto ham, crimini mushroom, gorgonzola, artichokes hearts, shaved Grana Padano cheese, truffle oil Available at: dinner, lunch
Artisan Pastas
- Capellini Pomodoro - $23: Fresh angel hair pasta, roma tomatoes, garlic, basil, marinara Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gnocchi - $28: Spinach and potato dumplings, mushroom, cream, truffle oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Truffle Ravioli - $29: Thin egg dough squares, white mushrooms, truffle cream, mascarpone, basil, white wine Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Casarecce Calabrese - $25: Fresh homemade casareccia pasta, Calabrian chili pepper, crushed tomato, garlic, eggplant, basil, burgundy wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo D'Angelo - $27: Fresh rigatoni pasta, chicken breast, mushroom, green peas, sun dried tomato, cream, sherry wine Available at: dinner, lunch
- Orecchiette - $27: Shell-shaped fresh pasta, applewood smoked bacon, green peas, fresh tomato, garlic, extra virgin olive oil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Pappardelle - $37: Homemade pappardelle pasta, prawns, clams, mussels, scallops, tomato broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cavatelli Meatballs - $29: Handcrafted fresh ricotta cavatelli, veal and beef meatballs, light spicy marinara, fresh herbs Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Cordon Blue - $30: Free range chicken breast, ham, fontina cheese, herbs, cream, dill Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Paillard - $27: Grilled chicken breast, fine herbs, seasonal vegetables, olive oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bouillabaisse - $40: Grilled salmon, calamari, mussels, prawns, scallops, saffron, tomato broth, garlic crostini Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pistachio Crusted Lamb Chops - $49: Aged fig balsamic, roasted potato, vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
- Branzino - $38: Pan seared Mediterranean seabass, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, mango salsa Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burgundy Braised Short Ribs - $39: Boneless rib meat, porcini mushroom, creamy polenta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duck Breast - $39: Cranberry, chianti wine, wild rice, grilled asparagus Available at: dinner
- Steak Frites - $49: Grilled rib-eye steak, shitake mushroom, marsala, truffle fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Wellington - $49: Dijon mustard marinated filet mignon, puffed pastry, portobello mushroom, bordelaise, truffle mashed potato, vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
- LF Burger - $24: 1/2 pound Angus beef patty, caramelized onion, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, dijon mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Roasted Potato - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Brussels Sprouts & Bacon - $14 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sauteed Vegetables - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pommes Frites - $8 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle Mashed Potatoes - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Polenta - $8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Cheese Plate - $16: Variety of cheeses with seasonal fruits Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tiramisu - $11: Coffee and zabaglione cream on layers of espresso soaked sponge cake, cocoa powder
- Creme Brulee - $10: Orange and Grand Marnier flavoured creamy custard, caramelized sugar
- Panna Cotta - $10: Sweetened cooked cream with berry sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Lava Cake - $12: Moist chocolate cake filled with creamy rich chocolate served with sea salted caramel gelato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Temptation - $11: Cacao sponge cake base, hazelnut, Ecuador chocolate cream, chocolate glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Profiteroles - $11: Pastry puffs filled with ice cream and topped with homemade chocolate sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Gelato - $10: Vanilla, chocolate, or salted caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Sorbet - $10: Mango or raspberry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
Beverages
- French Martini - $17: Grey Goose vodka, Chambord, pineapple juice, lemon twist
- Basil Lemon Drop - $15: Titos vodka, basil leaves, lemon juice, simple syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Espresso Martini - $18: Vodka, Kahlua, Baileys, shot of espresso
- Lagunitas IPA - $10: Beer on tap
- Peroni Lager - $10: Beer on tap Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
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