I have had nothing but spectacular experiences at Rootstock, and especially the MV location! The staff is so knowledgeable and is so kind within their expertise. I have so many questions and so little knowledge but they always make me feel welcome with all my questions. The drinks are, of course, spectacular! I impress people at parties now with all I’ve learned through Rootstock. And the food is so tasty, I love the Empanadas especially! They have such a beautiful space and I’ve now been here at least twice when the dim the lights from day to evening and it’s always such a beautiful and subtle but welcome change. I have no restauranteer skills but the expertise at Rootstock is so inviting and inspiring to me, I dream of opening up a Rootstock location in Canada where I go to school!
This is one of the greatest wine bars in the bay: yes for their wine selection! But also? Truly foe their staff, the ambience at their wine bar, the member program, and all that I learn from their experts behind the bar *AND* all the food I enjoy and fun I have. I love this place and I’m too scared to have tattoos for real but I’d tat I love roortsfoxk on my body, that’s how enamored I am! And this is a review after 2+ years of being a patron here! I should’ve shared my love earlier but ADHD 😅
but now that I’m a few months into my wine club membership, I just really had to make clear my enjoyment of Rootstock. The ambience reminds me of Edward Espe Brown’s writings: the table is a place of giving and receiving sustenance. Here we are served and serve others. That’s what I feel at Rootstock and it is such a pleasure and privilege! They make me want to learn about flavor notes so I can truly wax poetic about their menu, ambience, and so much more.
The TL;DR is if you are of drinking age, and in Mountain View: you HAVE to go to Rootstock. you will be doing yourself a disservice if you miss them! my favorite restaurant, from the chefs to staff to sommeliers! Endless things to love and celebrate.
Vegetarian options: There are a number of veg options! 3/4 flatbreads have meat BUT they are so flexible with substitutions. I often ask for meat removed (when alone) or on the side when I’m with friends and they are always so kind and on top of this.
The wines at Rootstock Wine Bar in Mountain View are simply fantastic, with the wine flights being an excellent way to sample a variety of their offerings. The ambiance is both fun and welcoming, and I especially love how open the space is, offering a great view outside. I thoroughly enjoyed the red wines and the charcuterie board. The vibe is perfect, and I’m definitely planning to return for another glass of wine. Great for date night.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charcuterie Board
Mark Hassin
Rootstock Wine Bar in downtown Mountain View is a nice spot. Four of us visited and ordered wine flights and the sparkling Rosé—everything was good, especially the Rosé. The meat and cheese board was also great, with a special mention for the cheese selection.
The service was excellent, and they gave us good wine recommendations. We’ll definitely be back.
Good Appetizers. Had the mushrooms and the Dates. Small amounts though for the price. Wine was very good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stuffed Mushrooms
An Pan
Good Appetizers. Had the mushrooms and the Dates. Small amounts though for the price. Wine was very good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stuffed Mushrooms
Ashlee Huff
A friend and I went here on a rainy Sunday and it was empty. Hung out, snacked, and enjoyed our flights for a couple hours.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
April Zheng
Cute little wine bar with a selection of wine options.The seating is quite comfortable, especially on the couches.One of the light bulbs in the cluster has a different hue from the others, which makes me itch to make it right.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vlad
Pros: great location, simple delicious food, good selection of wines that will fit any budget. Having wine flights and a few beer and cider choices is always plus in my book. Great atmosphere and design inside and outside. Friendly, polite, customer oriented service. Cons: that restroom! C'mon! The sink is falling off, dirty floor on slow Sunday afternoon. In general,this restroom has more gas station vibe than upscale wine bar. Definitely can use some renovation, redesign, and tlc. Knocking one star off just for it. Sorry, but contrast was way too apparent to miss it.
I have had nothing but spectacular experiences at Rootstock, and especially the MV location! The staff is so knowledgeable and is so kind within their expertise. I have so many questions and so little knowledge but they always make me feel welcome with all my questions. The drinks are, of course, spectacular! I impress people at parties now with all I’ve learned through Rootstock. And the food is so tasty, I love the Empanadas especially! They have such a beautiful space and I’ve now been here at least twice when the dim the lights from day to evening and it’s always such a beautiful and subtle but welcome change. I have no restauranteer skills but the expertise at Rootstock is so inviting and inspiring to me, I dream of opening up a Rootstock location in Canada where I go to school!
This is one of the greatest wine bars in the bay: yes for their wine selection! But also? Truly foe their staff, the ambience at their wine bar, the member program, and all that I learn from their experts behind the bar *AND* all the food I enjoy and fun I have. I love this place and I’m too scared to have tattoos for real but I’d tat I love roortsfoxk on my body, that’s how enamored I am! And this is a review after 2+ years of being a patron here! I should’ve shared my love earlier but ADHD 😅
but now that I’m a few months into my wine club membership, I just really had to make clear my enjoyment of Rootstock. The ambience reminds me of Edward Espe Brown’s writings: the table is a place of giving and receiving sustenance. Here we are served and serve others. That’s what I feel at Rootstock and it is such a pleasure and privilege! They make me want to learn about flavor notes so I can truly wax poetic about their menu, ambience, and so much more.
The TL;DR is if you are of drinking age, and in Mountain View: you HAVE to go to Rootstock. you will be doing yourself a disservice if you miss them! my favorite restaurant, from the chefs to staff to sommeliers! Endless things to love and celebrate.
Vegetarian options: There are a number of veg options! 3/4 flatbreads have meat BUT they are so flexible with substitutions. I often ask for meat removed (when alone) or on the side when I’m with friends and they are always so kind and on top of this.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bruschetta Trio Seasonal Toppings, Wine Flight, Sparkling Rose, Combo Flatbread
Love it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Looking forward to trying some of the nibbles next time. Great recommendations and knowledge of the wines. Huge selection
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Delicious food and wine. Pricey. Nice to hangout and have an evening on Castro.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bruschetta Trio Seasonal Toppings
The wines at Rootstock Wine Bar in Mountain View are simply fantastic, with the wine flights being an excellent way to sample a variety of their offerings. The ambiance is both fun and welcoming, and I especially love how open the space is, offering a great view outside. I thoroughly enjoyed the red wines and the charcuterie board. The vibe is perfect, and I’m definitely planning to return for another glass of wine. Great for date night.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charcuterie Board
Rootstock Wine Bar in downtown Mountain View is a nice spot. Four of us visited and ordered wine flights and the sparkling Rosé—everything was good, especially the Rosé. The meat and cheese board was also great, with a special mention for the cheese selection.
The service was excellent, and they gave us good wine recommendations. We’ll definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bruschetta Trio Seasonal Toppings, Charcuterie Board, Wine Flight, Charcuterie Plate, 5x5
The moment they start serving non-alcoholic wines, I’d actually sit there every day
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A great place to relax myself with flight of white wines! Love their wine selections!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good atmosphere but overpriced for current wine selection compared to other wine bars on the peninsula.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
Good Appetizers. Had the mushrooms and the Dates. Small amounts though for the price. Wine was very good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stuffed Mushrooms
Good Appetizers. Had the mushrooms and the Dates. Small amounts though for the price. Wine was very good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stuffed Mushrooms
A friend and I went here on a rainy Sunday and it was empty. Hung out, snacked, and enjoyed our flights for a couple hours.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cute little wine bar with a selection of wine options.The seating is quite comfortable, especially on the couches.One of the light bulbs in the cluster has a different hue from the others, which makes me itch to make it right.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pros: great location, simple delicious food, good selection of wines that will fit any budget. Having wine flights and a few beer and cider choices is always plus in my book. Great atmosphere and design inside and outside. Friendly, polite, customer oriented service.
Cons: that restroom! C'mon! The sink is falling off, dirty floor on slow Sunday afternoon. In general,this restroom has more gas station vibe than upscale wine bar. Definitely can use some renovation, redesign, and tlc. Knocking one star off just for it. Sorry, but contrast was way too apparent to miss it.
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