Rossotti's Alpine Inn – American
Stepping into this historic landmark feels like a retreat into a rustic mountain lodge, where the air is filled with the comforting aroma of simmering California Rancho chili and wood-smoke. Guests gather around communal tables to share golden jalapeno cheddar cornbread and steaming bowls of French onion soup, cracking salted peanuts while soaking in the relaxed, unhurried spirit of the sprawling outdoor patio. It is a timeless sanctuary of hospitality where the crunch of house-made chips dipped in vibrant salsa pairs perfectly with the nostalgic charm of a classic roadside inn.
3915, Alpine Road, Portola Valley, 94028 +16508544004 https://alpineinnpv.com0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, gluten-free, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, atkins, high-fiber, mayo-clinic
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
- Saturday
- 10:30 AM - 9:30 PM
- Sunday
- 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Beer Garden Snacks
- Salted Roasted Peanuts - $4.95: Salted roasted peanuts
- Guacamole & Chips - $11.95: Jalapenos, cilantro, lime, pico de gallo, cotija
- Chips & Salsa Trio - $6.95: Salsa verde, salsa roja, pico de gallo, warm chips
- California Rancho Chili - $12.95: Niman Ranch beef, heritage pork, Bianco tomatoes, black and pinto beans, cilantro crema, Tillamook cheddar cheese, cilantro, scallion, white onion, housemade warm cornbread
- Hot Queso & Chips - $6.95: Housemade warm beer cheese, crispy tortilla chips
- Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread - $5.95: Honey butter
- Butternut Squash Soup - $7.95: Coconut, curry, pepitas, chives, olive oil, focaccia
- French Onion Soup - $7.95: Gruyere & parmigiano, crostini, parsley
- Picnic Eggs - $6.95: Two deviled eggs, bacon tomato jam, crispy onions, sport peppers, chives
- Cheesy-Garlicky Flatbread - $9.95: Marinara dipping sauce
- Wunderbar Pretzel - $9.95: Spicy mustard, beer cheese
- Crispy Brussels Sprouts - $7.95: Parmigiano reggiano, parsley, lemon, breadcrumbs, remoulade
- Avocado Toast - $10.95: Pomegranate seeds, toasted sunflower seeds & pepitas, sprouts, everything bagel seasoning, lemon, hot honey, extra virgin olive oil
- Mac & Cheese - $8.95: Parmigiano Reggiano cream sauce, breadcrumbs, chives
- Pasta Salsiccia All'Arrabbiata - $10.95: Spicy fennel sausage, calabrian chili, parmigiano
- Nacho Libre - $10.95: Tillamook cheddar beer cheese sauce, cilantro crema, guacamole, pico de gallo, jalapeno, cilantro, green onion
- Chicken Tenders - $8.95: Crispy chicken tenders
- Red Hot Chicken Tenders - $9.95: Crispy tenders tossed in spicy buffalo sauce, blue cheese
- Zott's Meatballs - $12.95: Pork & beef meatballs, tomato sauce, nut free arugula pesto, toasted Acme Levain bread
- Bacon Jam Sliders - $9.95: American cheese, zott's sauce, smoked bacon tomato onion jam
- Steak Frites - $15.95: Filet mignon, peppercorn sauce, gremolata, crispy onions, french fries
- Garlic Herb & Parmigiano Reggiano Fries - $8.95: Tarragon aioli for dipping
- Chili Cheese Fries - $11.95: Housemade pork & beef chili, cheddar cheese, cilantro crema, green onion
- French Fries - $3.95: Crispy fries
Beer Garden Salads
- The Santorini - $13.95: Hearts of romaine, feta, pomegranate seeds, cucumbers, fennel, kalamata olives, red onions, bell peppers, vinaigrette & garden herbs
- The Brutus - $12.95: Hearts of romaine, calabrian chili caesar dressing, croutons, parmigiano reggiano, parsley
- Roasted Chicken and Kale Salad - $16.95: Green kale, cabbage, cilantro, green onion, mint, green apples, peanuts, cashews, toasted sesame seeds, sliced roasted chicken breast, serrano sesame miso dressing
- Roasted Beets & Citrus - $14.95: Arugula, cara cara & blood oranges, roasted beets, fennel, green beans, red onions, goat cheese, candied pecans, chervil vinaigrette
Wood-Fired Pizzas
- The 'Margaret R' - $18: Fresh mozzarella, garden basil, red sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- The Francesco - $21: Crimini mushrooms, thyme, caramelized onions, nut-free arugula pesto, roasted garlic, mozzarella, Parmigiano Reggiano, arugula Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- The Hunter - $21: Spicy fennel sausage, crimini mushrooms, red onions, mozzarella, Parmigiano Reggiano, basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Ionian - $21: Bell peppers, fennel, kalamata olives, red onions, herbs, mozzarella, parmigiano, feta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- The Heart of Alpine - $21: Artichoke hearts, prosciutto, sun dried tomatoes, red onion, garlic, basil, parsley, mozzarella, Parmigiano Reggiano, lemon oil drizzle Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- The Napoletana - $21: Anchovies, garlic, calabrian chili, arugula, chives, red sauce, parmigiano, lemon oil Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- The Besio - $24: Spicy fennel sausage, Parmigiano Reggiano, mascarpone, basil, calabrese peppers, hot honey, Maldon sea salt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Diavolita - $28: Pepperoni picante, mozzarella, basil, red sauce, burrata italiana, calabrian chili oil, parsley Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Maverick - $19: Pineapple, Canadian bacon, pepperoni, mozzarella, house red sauce, calabrian chili oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Ormondale - $16: Mozzarella, Parmigiano Reggiano, red sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Burgers / Dogs / Sandwiches
- Alpine Smash Burger - $10.95: Rosewood Ranch Wagyu 1/4 lb. burger, secret sauce, lettuce, tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Rudy's Smash Burger - $10.95: Rosewood Ranch Wagyu 1/4 lb. burger, American cheese, shaved griddled onions, secret sauce, pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Ranchero Smash Burger - $12.95: Rosewood Ranch Wagyu 1/4 lb. burger, pepper jack, onions, jalapenos, tomato bacon jam, texas bbq sauce, spicy ranch, crispy onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Patty Melt - $13.95: Rosewood Ranch Wagyu 6-ounce burger, griddled onions, swiss cheese, russian dressing, marbled rye Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- BLAT - $17.95: Thick-cut, smoked cardamom and brown sugar bacon, gem lettuce, arugula, mint, tomato, avocado, mayonnaise, honey mustard, sliced sourdough Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Donny's Chicken Parm - $15.95: Buttermilk marinated fried chicken breast, marinara, pickled pepper trio, provolone, arugula, balsamic aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- French Dip - $18.95: Thinly sliced roasted top sirloin, may, horseradish cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Garden Party Wrap - $12.95: Falafel, heirloom tomatoes, feta cheese, persian cucumber, hummus, arugula, harrisa, avocado, pickles, spinach wrap Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Slow Smoked Pulled Pork Sandwich - $14.95: Kansas City bbq sauce, green cabbage slaw, crispy onions, challah bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Niman Ranch Chicago Dog - $10.95: Split & griddled hot dog, tomatoes, dill pickles, onion, pickle relish, sport peppers, yellow mustard, celery salt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Wunderdog - $7.95: Niman Ranch quarter pound hot dog split & griddled Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins
Tavern Specialties
- Skirt Steak Board - $48.95: 16ounce skirt steak, chimichurri, toy box peppers, papas bravas, cilantro, green onion, fire roasted hot homey cauliflower Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Meatballs & Burrata - $25.95: Imported Burrata Deliziosa, pork & beef meatballs, tomato sauce, arugula pesto (nut free), toasted Acme Levain bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- St. Louis Slow Smoked Pork Ribs - $26.95: Choice of tangy Carolina Gold Sauce, Texas Bold Sauce, or Kansas City Bourbon Sauce, house pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Chicken Tinga Trio - $15.95: Salsa roja, chipotle aioli, green cabbage, pico de gallo, cotija, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Smoked Carnitas Taco Trio - $15.95: Salsa verde, roasted jalapeno, cotija, pickled red onions, green cabbage, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled Carne Asada Taco Trio - $18.95: Guacamole, chimichurri, cotija cheese, pickled red onions, cilantro, radish, roasted serrano peppers, lime Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Taco Trio - $16.95: One of each of our chicken tinga, pork carnitas and asada tacos Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Blackened Salmon Taco Trio - $17.95: Cilantro crema, green cabbage, chipotle aioli, pickled red onions, salsa verde, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Desserts
- House-Made Banana Pudding - $6.95: Vanilla pudding, Nilla wafers & ripe bananas Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 6-Layer Chocolate Cake - $11.95: Chocolate cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Soft Serve Root Beer Float - $7.95: Vanilla soft serve, Root Beer
- Warm Spiced Apple Cake - $8.95: Vanilla soft-serve, caramel sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Housemade Brownie - $8.95: Whipped cream, candied pecans, chocolate and caramel sauces Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Spiked Root Beer Float - $12.95: Averna Amaro liqueur, vanilla soft serve, root beer
- It's It Ice Cream Sandwiches - $4.5: Assorted Flavors Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Soft Serve Ice Cream - $5.95: Choice of vanilla, chocolate or swirl Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Warm Mulled Wine - $12: Red wine, mulling spices, orange zest
- Frontier Bourbon Hot Toddy - $12: Old Forester Bourbon, apples, pears, pineapples, sugar cane, hibiscus, cinnamon, cloves
- Spiked Hot Chocolate - $12: Hangar One Vodka, kahlua, mexican hot chocolate, cinnamon syrup, Bourbon-Bailey's whipped cream
- Top Shelf Margarita - $15: Don Pilar Reposado Tequila, house squeezed lime juice, agave, lime zest
- Casa De Tableta Margarita - $11: Herradura Blanco 100% Blue agave tequila, house squeezed lime juice, agave
- Housemade Lemonade - $5: Fresh lemonade
- Arnold Palmer - $4: Lemonade and iced tea
- Bottled Soda - $4: Coke or Sprite
- Canned Soda - $2.75: Diet Coke
- Rootbeer - $4: Root beer
- Fanta Orange Soda - $4: Orange soda
- House-Brewed Unsweetened Iced Tea - $3.5: Iced tea
- San Pellegrino Sparkling Water - $5: Sparkling water
- Martinelli's Apple Juice - $4: Apple juice
Weekend Brunch
- Lox & Scallion Shmear Toast - $16.95: Lox, scallion cream cheese, pickled beets, red onions, cucumbers, radish, capers, dill Everything Bagel Seasoning, Boichick plain bagel Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- French Toast & Berries - $12.95: Italian french toast, whipped ricotta, fresh berries, candied pecans, mint, maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Ultimate Sausage, Egg & Cheese - $14.95: House made breakfast sausage patty, scrambled eggs, American cheese, hash browns, sriracha mayo, brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Breakfast BLAT - $18.95: Fried egg, thick cut brown sugar cardamom bacon, little gem lettuce, arugula, vine ripened tomato, avocado, mayonnaise, honey mustard, sliced sourdough Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Bacon, Egg & Cheese - $15.95: Candied bacon, scrambled eggs, pepper jack cheese, hashbrown, kansas bbq sauce, brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Breakfast Burger - $12.95: Wagyu 1/4 pound burger, candied bacon, over easy egg, little gem lettuce, tomato, chipotle aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Rise and Shine Pizza - $21: Mozzarella and Parmigiano Reggiano, house-smoked candied bacon, sunny side up egg, jalapeños, mama lil’s red peppers, basil, parsley Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chorizo Breakfast Burrito - $15.95: Chorizo, scrambled eggs, mozzarella cheese, home fries, refried pinto beans, salsa verde, flour tortilla, side of roasted tomato salsa and guacamole Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Waffles & Berries - $14.95: Buttermilk waffle, lemon curd, berries and cream, sugar, maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian