We finally made it to La Foret and I have to say that was a really fantastic experience. Started with steak tartar then had the quail which was fabulous and a tart for desert . Also had a dirty martini (I've had better) and a really nice wine with dinner. We had a wonderful time and will certainly be back !
CARLOS
Great place, wife loved it as well. The only disappointment was my request to be outdoor because of the time/season was then resorted to an upstairs table next to a wall not even an option to sit next to a window. This place is cool but there are NO views of the city it feels like you're surrounded by the mountains.
Steve
This is our family's go to place for special occasions. Sammy is a fixture there - he will help make those occasions memorable
Jerome
Great food selection! We came in when they just opened and getting a table was no problem. We did have an incident where and elderly man tripped on the weirdly placed ledge step but he got up like a champ. After rolling around on the floor a little. (That could be a lawsuit waiting to happen) all in all, great food
Percy Kawas
Amazing food, ambiance and service. Highly recommended for company gathering as well as for individuals.
While the restaurant, ambience, and food were excellent as usual for our party of four, the service on this occasion was one our worst experiences. We were one of the first groups to arrive for dinner at Le Foret and treated with their usual excellent attention. Our older guests requested to share a fixed menu and this exceptional request was granted which I greatly appreciated. The dinner was going well! However as time the dinner service crawled to a halt. We sat and talked as other groups came and went. I watched as our waiter served other groups and we waited. Occasionally he would come by and mention that the next course was coming. Eventually it did. Basically we were at the restaurant for 4 1/2 hours. The waiter mentioned that they were limited on staff but this doesn't explain why other groups were served in a timely manner while were forced to wait. Hopefully Le Foret can correct this situation without forcing customers to make a scene for service
Sainet
It was a very nice dinner we went for my birthday I enjoyed it very much and it was delicious and very nice I loved the quietness and they put us upstairs for a little more privacy and it was really nice! I think the services was wonderful as well.
GiGi Rose (Bastakokak)
Very warm, cozy and inviting. Their menu included exotic meats like elk, wild boar, venison and bison (just to name a few) … wow right? Unfortunately the rack of lamb, and ribeye we were hoping to get were unavailable (something about electrical issues they were experiencing the week before? 🤷🏻♀️) Luckily, we started and enjoyed feasting on beef tartare, sea scallops and salade francaise (yummilicious 😋). We decided to try tournedos of beef chanterelle, american wagyu and wild boar. Every dish we consumed … simply delicious. If you want to enjoy a well appointed dining facility, extensive wine selection, world class cuisine while being attended by professional staff, look no further … La Foret is quite an experience.
Amanda Rudeen
Totally disappointing! This used to be a really nice place for dinner, but those days are gone. I know there have been a few new owners in the recent past, and perhaps that's why they lost the elegance they once had. They've remodeled and the interior is nicely decorated, but it's quite loud and you can hardly hear the person you're sitting across from. There was something about it that just felt tacky, no longer the quiet elegance it once had.
Aside of the ambiance, the food quality has completely gone down. I ordered the ribeye, which was certainly not a prime cut of beef, but choice at best. It was cooked medium rare as I asked, but there was such a burnt, charred taste to the outside, the sauce they poured over it in didn't even cover it. It came with rice pilaf, which was overpowered with all the bell peppers they put in it. Just not the right paring for a ribeye. It also came with asparagus, that was also charred so badly you couldn't actually taste the delicate flavor of the asparagus. The little carrot that came with it was ok. My husband ordered the bison and it was ok, nothing to get excited about. The portions were huge, so we got the impression of quantity over quality.
I will say though the appetizer we ordered was very good! We ordered the scallops and the shrimp. The scallops came with two, which were cooked perfectly in a very nice sauce. The shrimp only came with three and were perfect! Bit pricy for what you get, but very good!
We were way too full for dessert, but we also didn't want to see what disappointment that brought, so I can't comment on the desserts.
Overall, there are much better restaurants to go to for this price point. If you actually looking for a good steak, go up to Sundance in Palo Alto, they've never disappointed.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Jeff Kloster
This was the best meal I've ever had. Food was amazing and wine pairing was fantastic.
Lovely and romantic environment, excellent and attentive staff, and fantastic food. Exciting meats and wonderful sauces, very French and very tasty.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Larry
We had a wonderful experience and perfect meal. Lisa Bonelli and team provided excellent recommendations and service for my family. Thank you !
Monika
Exceeded expectations, in spite of our expectations always being very high for La Foret. Our waiter, Alan, epitomizes exelence, from suggesting a different preparation for a prawn appetizer, to apologizing for a noisy nearby table, his elegance enhanced our evening. Every dish was delicious, with special mention to the melt-in-mouth elk, and my jusband's favorite, the bison ribeye.
Torsten George
For a couple of years, my wife and I had been wanting to dine at La Foret, but the 45-minute drive always kept it on our “someday” list. We finally made it this past Friday — and it was absolutely worth the trip. The food was exceptional: high-quality ingredients, perfectly executed dishes, and beautifully balanced sauces that complemented rather than overwhelmed the flavors.
We shared three appetizers, two entrées, and the soufflé for dessert — and every single dish was spot-on. Not a single miss, which is rare. We were also fortunate to have Alan as our server. He was engaging, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable, and truly elevated the entire experience.
I can’t recommend La Foret enough. We’ll definitely be returning soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Barbara
I typically order the Ahi Tuna and it is always spectacular. So tender, perfectly cooked and the red pepper sauce is delicious! Cocktails are exceptional too. I love the Vesper. Service is amazing. Love the long-time staff at La Foret! Definitely a go-to for a special occasion!
We finally made it to La Foret and I have to say that was a really fantastic experience. Started with steak tartar then had the quail which was fabulous and a tart for desert . Also had a dirty martini (I've had better) and a really nice wine with dinner. We had a wonderful time and will certainly be back !
Great place, wife loved it as well. The only disappointment was my request to be outdoor because of the time/season was then resorted to an upstairs table next to a wall not even an option to sit next to a window. This place is cool but there are NO views of the city it feels like you're surrounded by the mountains.
This is our family's go to place for special occasions. Sammy is a fixture there - he will help make those occasions memorable
Great food selection! We came in when they just opened and getting a table was no problem. We did have an incident where and elderly man tripped on the weirdly placed ledge step but he got up like a champ. After rolling around on the floor a little. (That could be a lawsuit waiting to happen) all in all, great food
Amazing food, ambiance and service. Highly recommended for company gathering as well as for individuals.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Rack of Lamb, Souffle Grand Marnier, Elk, Vanilla Ice Cream Creme Brulee \u0026 Berries, Sea Scallops, Chocolate Truffle Torte
While the restaurant, ambience, and food were excellent as usual for our party of four, the service on this occasion was one our worst experiences. We were one of the first groups to arrive for dinner at Le Foret and treated with their usual excellent attention. Our older guests requested to share a fixed menu and this exceptional request was granted which I greatly appreciated. The dinner was going well! However as time the dinner service crawled to a halt. We sat and talked as other groups came and went. I watched as our waiter served other groups and we waited. Occasionally he would come by and mention that the next course was coming. Eventually it did. Basically we were at the restaurant for 4 1/2 hours. The waiter mentioned that they were limited on staff but this doesn't explain why other groups were served in a timely manner while were forced to wait. Hopefully Le Foret can correct this situation without forcing customers to make a scene for service
It was a very nice dinner we went for my birthday I enjoyed it very much and it was delicious and very nice I loved the quietness and they put us upstairs for a little more privacy and it was really nice! I think the services was wonderful as well.
Very warm, cozy and inviting. Their menu included exotic meats like elk, wild boar, venison and bison (just to name a few) … wow right? Unfortunately the rack of lamb, and ribeye we were hoping to get were unavailable (something about electrical issues they were experiencing the week before? 🤷🏻♀️) Luckily, we started and enjoyed feasting on beef tartare, sea scallops and salade francaise (yummilicious 😋). We decided to try tournedos of beef chanterelle, american wagyu and wild boar. Every dish we consumed … simply delicious. If you want to enjoy a well appointed dining facility, extensive wine selection, world class cuisine while being attended by professional staff, look no further … La Foret is quite an experience.
Totally disappointing! This used to be a really nice place for dinner, but those days are gone. I know there have been a few new owners in the recent past, and perhaps that's why they lost the elegance they once had. They've remodeled and the interior is nicely decorated, but it's quite loud and you can hardly hear the person you're sitting across from. There was something about it that just felt tacky, no longer the quiet elegance it once had.
Aside of the ambiance, the food quality has completely gone down. I ordered the ribeye, which was certainly not a prime cut of beef, but choice at best. It was cooked medium rare as I asked, but there was such a burnt, charred taste to the outside, the sauce they poured over it in didn't even cover it. It came with rice pilaf, which was overpowered with all the bell peppers they put in it. Just not the right paring for a ribeye. It also came with asparagus, that was also charred so badly you couldn't actually taste the delicate flavor of the asparagus. The little carrot that came with it was ok. My husband ordered the bison and it was ok, nothing to get excited about. The portions were huge, so we got the impression of quantity over quality.
I will say though the appetizer we ordered was very good! We ordered the scallops and the shrimp. The scallops came with two, which were cooked perfectly in a very nice sauce. The shrimp only came with three and were perfect! Bit pricy for what you get, but very good!
We were way too full for dessert, but we also didn't want to see what disappointment that brought, so I can't comment on the desserts.
Overall, there are much better restaurants to go to for this price point. If you actually looking for a good steak, go up to Sundance in Palo Alto, they've never disappointed.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
This was the best meal I've ever had. Food was amazing and wine pairing was fantastic.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Lovely and romantic environment, excellent and attentive staff, and fantastic food. Exciting meats and wonderful sauces, very French and very tasty.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had a wonderful experience and perfect meal. Lisa Bonelli and team provided excellent recommendations and service for my family. Thank you !
Exceeded expectations, in spite of our expectations always being very high for La Foret. Our waiter, Alan, epitomizes exelence, from suggesting a different preparation for a prawn appetizer, to apologizing for a noisy nearby table, his elegance enhanced our evening. Every dish was delicious, with special mention to the melt-in-mouth elk, and my jusband's favorite, the bison ribeye.
For a couple of years, my wife and I had been wanting to dine at La Foret, but the 45-minute drive always kept it on our “someday” list. We finally made it this past Friday — and it was absolutely worth the trip. The food was exceptional: high-quality ingredients, perfectly executed dishes, and beautifully balanced sauces that complemented rather than overwhelmed the flavors.
We shared three appetizers, two entrées, and the soufflé for dessert — and every single dish was spot-on. Not a single miss, which is rare. We were also fortunate to have Alan as our server. He was engaging, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable, and truly elevated the entire experience.
I can’t recommend La Foret enough. We’ll definitely be returning soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I typically order the Ahi Tuna and it is always spectacular. So tender, perfectly cooked and the red pepper sauce is delicious! Cocktails are exceptional too. I love the Vesper. Service is amazing. Love the long-time staff at La Foret! Definitely a go-to for a special occasion!
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