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: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at La Fontaine
Dairy-Free at La Fontaine
La Fontaine in Mountain View has 11 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Capellini Pomodoro, Soup of the Day (Bowl) and Polenta. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at La Fontaine
La Fontaine in Mountain View has 5 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day (Bowl), Brussels Sprouts & Bacon and Prosciutto Melone. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at La Fontaine
La Fontaine in Mountain View has 28 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including La Caprese, Capellini Pomodoro and Eggplant Gratin. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at La Fontaine
La Fontaine in Mountain View has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day (Bowl), Grilled Octopus and Burgundy Braised Short Ribs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at La Fontaine
La Fontaine in Mountain View has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day (Bowl), Cordon Blue and Pommes Frites. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at La Fontaine
La Fontaine in Mountain View has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day (Bowl), Cordon Blue and Chicken Paillard. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at La Fontaine
La Fontaine in Mountain View has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day (Bowl) and Pommes Frites. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at La Fontaine
La Fontaine in Mountain View has 10 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Capellini Pomodoro, Polenta and La Fontaine Salad. 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 La Fontaine
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Bouillabaisse | 87.5 g | 72.8 g |
| Cordon Blue | 2.8 g | 56.8 g |
| Seafood Pappardelle | 24.8 g | 55 g |
| Beet Salad | 108.3 g | 44.5 g |
| Casarecce Calabrese | 74.5 g | 31.6 g |
| Eggplant Gratin | 5.3 g | 31.1 g |
| Burgundy Braised Short Ribs | 8.1 g | 29.6 g |
| Prosciutto Crudo Pizza | 11.4 g | 29.1 g |
| La Caprese | 36 g | 24.2 g |
| Chocolate Temptation | 84.2 g | 24.2 g |
| Steak Frites | 49.3 g | 24.1 g |
| Cheese Plate | 41.9 g | 22.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
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: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy 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, Halal, 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, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Gratin - $16: Fried eggplant, tomato, ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach 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: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- La Caprese - $17: Fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil, oregano, olive oil, balsamic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arancini - $14: Fontina cheese stuffed rice balls, bread crumbs, marinara Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Meatballs - $15: Soft polenta, provolone cheese, light spicy marinara Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari Fritti - $22: Semolina coated calamari ring and tentacles, caper aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Appetizer For Two - $25: Bruschetta, caprese, prosciutto melone, beet salad Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory 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, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC 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, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $15: Romaine lettuce, parmigiano, croutons, caesar dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day (Bowl) - $9: Chef's daily selection Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- Margherita Pizza - $22: Organic yellow tomato sauce, Fior di Latte mozzarella, basil, olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, 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, Halal, 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, Halal, 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, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gnocchi - $28: Spinach and potato dumplings, mushroom, cream, truffle oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Truffle Ravioli - $29: Thin egg dough squares, white mushrooms, truffle cream, mascarpone, basil, white wine Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium 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, Dairy-Free, 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, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cavatelli Meatballs - $29: Handcrafted fresh ricotta cavatelli, veal and beef meatballs, light spicy marinara, fresh herbs Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Cordon Blue - $30: Free range chicken breast, ham, fontina cheese, herbs, cream, dill Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, South-Beach 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 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Branzino - $38: Pan seared Mediterranean seabass, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, mango salsa Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, 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, 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 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal 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, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Brussels Sprouts & Bacon - $14 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sauteed Vegetables - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pommes Frites - $8 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle Mashed Potatoes - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Polenta - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, 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, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tiramisu - $11: Coffee and zabaglione cream on layers of espresso soaked sponge cake, cocoa powder Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Creme Brulee - $10: Orange and Grand Marnier flavoured creamy custard, caramelized sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- 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, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Temptation - $11: Cacao sponge cake base, hazelnut, Ecuador chocolate cream, chocolate glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Profiteroles - $11: Pastry puffs filled with ice cream and topped with homemade chocolate sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Gelato - $10: Vanilla, chocolate, or salted caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Sorbet - $10: Mango or raspberry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, 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, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about La Fontaine
- Is La Fontaine dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. La Fontaine has 11 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Capellini Pomodoro, Soup of the Day (Bowl) and Polenta.
- What can I eat at La Fontaine on a dairy-free diet?
- Capellini Pomodoro, Soup of the Day (Bowl) and Polenta carry the dairy-free tag, out of 11 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does La Fontaine have vegan options?
- Yes. 10 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Capellini Pomodoro and Polenta.
- Is La Fontaine gluten-free?
- 5 dishes are 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 La Fontaine?
- Bouillabaisse, at roughly 72.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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