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: high-protein, nut-free, low-carb, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, keto, pescatarian, sugar-free, mediterranean, diabetic, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-fat, whole30, paleo, low-sodium, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, weight-watchers, dash-sodium-reduced, raw-food, tlc, aip, volumetrics, zone, detox, alkaline, mayo-clinic, lectin-free, candida, slow-carb, pegan, sirtfood
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: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Pistachio Crusted Goat Cheese - $18: Honey, caramelized onions, crostini Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Grilled Octopus - $23: Giant white beans, marinated peppers, brown butter, paprika Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb
- Crab Cakes - $18: Homemade smoked salmon, dill aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Eggplant Gratin - $16: Fried eggplant, tomato, ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Bruschetta - $13: Garlic-basil marinated tomatoes, artichoke hearts, parmigiano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Smoked Salmon Crostini - $18: Homemade smoked salmon, dill aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- La Caprese - $17: Fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil, oregano, olive oil, balsamic Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Mayo-Clinic
- Arancini - $14: Fontina cheese stuffed rice balls, bread crumbs, marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Veal Meatballs - $15: Soft polenta, provolone cheese, light spicy marinara Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Calamari Fritti - $22: Semolina coated calamari ring and tentacles, caper aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Appetizer For Two - $25: Bruschetta, caprese, prosciutto melone, beet salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
Salads and Soups
- La Fontaine Salad - $14: Organic mixed greens, cherry tomato, kalamata olives, red onions, house dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan
- Beet Salad - $16: Baby arugula, red and golden beets, almonds, goat cheese, orange citrus-truffle vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Strawberry & Spinach Salad - $16: Baby spinach, strawberry, mango, almond, pecorino romano cheese, raspberry vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Sirtfood
- Caesar Salad - $15: Romaine lettuce, parmigiano, croutons, caesar dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Soup of the Day (Bowl) - $9: Chef's daily selection Dietary tags: Volumetrics
Pizza
- Margherita Pizza - $22: Organic yellow tomato sauce, Fior di Latte mozzarella, basil, olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- La Fontaine Pizza - $26: San Marzano tomato sauce, Fior di Latte mozzarella, spicy cured sausage, Calabrian chili pepper, crimini mushroom, basil, olives, red onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Burrata Pizza - $24: San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh burrata cheese, arugula, cherry tomato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Vegetarian Pizza - $24: Grilled portobello mushroom, eggplant, zucchini, roasted red bell pepper, chopped tomato, fontina cheese, San Marzano tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Prosciutto Crudo Pizza - $25: San Marzano tomato sauce, prosciutto cotto ham, crimini mushroom, gorgonzola, artichokes hearts, shaved Grana Padano cheese, truffle oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Artisan Pastas
- Capellini Pomodoro - $23: Fresh angel hair pasta, roma tomatoes, garlic, basil, marinara Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Gnocchi - $28: Spinach and potato dumplings, mushroom, cream, truffle oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Mushroom Truffle Ravioli - $29: Thin egg dough squares, white mushrooms, truffle cream, mascarpone, basil, white wine Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Casarecce Calabrese - $25: Fresh homemade casareccia pasta, Calabrian chili pepper, crushed tomato, garlic, eggplant, basil, burgundy wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Pollo D'Angelo - $27: Fresh rigatoni pasta, chicken breast, mushroom, green peas, sun dried tomato, cream, sherry wine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Orecchiette - $27: Shell-shaped fresh pasta, applewood smoked bacon, green peas, fresh tomato, garlic, extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Seafood Pappardelle - $37: Homemade pappardelle pasta, prawns, clams, mussels, scallops, tomato broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Cavatelli Meatballs - $29: Handcrafted fresh ricotta cavatelli, veal and beef meatballs, light spicy marinara, fresh herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Main Courses
- Cordon Blue - $30: Free range chicken breast, ham, fontina cheese, herbs, cream, dill Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free
- Chicken Paillard - $27: Grilled chicken breast, fine herbs, seasonal vegetables, olive oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Zone, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida
- Bouillabaisse - $40: Grilled salmon, calamari, mussels, prawns, scallops, saffron, tomato broth, garlic crostini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Pistachio Crusted Lamb Chops - $49: Aged fig balsamic, roasted potato, vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Clean-Eating
- Branzino - $38: Pan seared Mediterranean seabass, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, mango salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Burgundy Braised Short Ribs - $39: Boneless rib meat, porcini mushroom, creamy polenta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Duck Breast - $39: Cranberry, chianti wine, wild rice, grilled asparagus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Steak Frites - $49: Grilled rib-eye steak, shitake mushroom, marsala, truffle fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Beef Wellington - $49: Dijon mustard marinated filet mignon, puffed pastry, portobello mushroom, bordelaise, truffle mashed potato, vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- LF Burger - $24: 1/2 pound Angus beef patty, caramelized onion, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, dijon mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Sides
- Roasted Potato - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic
- Brussels Sprouts & Bacon - $14 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Candida
- Sauteed Vegetables - $9 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Pommes Frites - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Truffle Mashed Potatoes - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Polenta - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free
Desserts
- Cheese Plate - $16: Variety of cheeses with seasonal fruits Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food
- Tiramisu - $11: Coffee and zabaglione cream on layers of espresso soaked sponge cake, cocoa powder Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Creme Brulee - $10: Orange and Grand Marnier flavoured creamy custard, caramelized sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Panna Cotta - $10: Sweetened cooked cream with berry sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Lava Cake - $12: Moist chocolate cake filled with creamy rich chocolate served with sea salted caramel gelato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, 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, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Gelato - $10: Vanilla, chocolate, or salted caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Sorbet - $10: Mango or raspberry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
Beverages
- French Martini - $17: Grey Goose vodka, Chambord, pineapple juice, lemon twist
- Basil Lemon Drop - $15: Titos vodka, basil leaves, lemon juice, simple syrup
- Espresso Martini - $18: Vodka, Kahlua, Baileys, shot of espresso
- Lagunitas IPA - $10: Beer on tap
- Peroni Lager - $10: Beer on tap