Venison medium (highlight) was cooked really well, clean cut and very juicy, although the gamey flavor was cooked out so it kind of tasted like mystery meat by itself (can be viewed as a plus or minus). I thought the pairing of poached pear and bitterness from brussel sprouts was an exceptional flavor combination. The amuse bouches (fried cheese ball and some nuts covered in chocolate) and dessert selection felt a bit low effort, especially compared to thought put into the mains. The sourdough was cut too thick for my preferences which made the butter taste like nothing, and the sourdough crust was closer to “hard” than “crunchy.” Dining companions said scallop was the best of the meal. I tried a bit of the pork main dish and it was much more dry/tough than the venison. The main portions were gigantic! We left with our stomachs about to burst. Service was very attentive, water glasses were never less than half full. They were able to accommodate my dietary restrictions.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Han Ding
the environment is really 'in the mountain', they have a M* chef and the 3 course tasting menu doesnt't come with cheap price（88d for seasonal seletions)and great service, though!! So if you want come for a different SF vibe, yes; considering extra driving effort, I say it's more of a experiement experience for me.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rogelio Tapia
Wow! This an awesome place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tony Gentilcore
Magical setting for a 3- our 5-course seasonal tasting menu. The venison and vanilla parsnips were phenomenal, and the cocktails are top notch. Highly recommended for special occasions
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Snehal Patil
The ambience and experience is top notch. Definitely recommend the drive and the food. Worth the experience
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Denise
This restaurant offers top-notch dining with an atmosphere that radiates excellence. The staff is incredibly attentive, ensuring every detail is perfect. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm hospitality and a commitment to quality. Whether it's the flawless service or the carefully crafted menu, everything about this place sets a high standard for an unforgettable dining experience.
Bry
Great getaway in the middle of nowhere. The food was outstanding, and the service was top-notch. Not cheap but well worth the cost for a great evening. Book in advance, and don't be surprised if it is crowded early. Very popular it seems.
Carolyn
Our experience was excellent. Service was attentive but not overbearing, each course was sublime, and the bill reasonable (only one of us had a glass of wine—$40), but the chairs would be more comfortable with more substantial cushioning. Our dinner guest greatly praised his experience, as well.
Tiffany S.
Wonderful dining experience at The Mountain House. Service is excellent and the food is superb. You can feel and taste the passion and dedication of the Chef in every dish!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeanne
So disappointed. Have had wonderful experiences and lots of fun. They changed hands and we will not be back. The main dining room ONLY serves a price fix menu. No indication that was the only service in main dining. You have to find a place in the bar to order off a bar menu. No indication on Web site. Price fix menu was limited and expensive. Have loved this for years. So sad.
Meh, food was decent but not worth the money or the drive in our opinion. This place seemed confused on whether it was fun and relaxed or bougie and uptight. A mediocre experience for our personal styles which is not what you want when you’re spending $500 for dinner.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Nicole
Always an amazing experience at The Mountain House. We have been a few times now and have never NOT liked anything we've eaten. We're so happy to have shared one of our favorite places with our parents as they all gathered together for the first time ever!
Michaela Shaikh
Absolutely beautiful location nestled in the redwoods. Service was impeccable. We came here for my birthday, and can't wait to celebrate another special occasion here.
This review was made in connection with a Toast promotion.
Erich Rebenstorf
Nice cozy place. Food and service were great, but a little more expensive than planned.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Greg Ellis
This place is a great location for a fancy evening out.
The food was immaculate. The gnocci with the truffle pecorino absolutely melts in the mouth. Every single meal I ate was phenomenal. I only wish I could have sampled the meats, but I suffer from gout and cannot.
It would've been 100% perfect if we weren't vegetarian. I asked to be seated somewhere out of view of the many mounted animal heads - my girlfriend isn't a big fan of them. They said they would try, but one of the servers walked up to us at the bar and (what felt like) mockingly started petting a stuffed phesant. For the price point, that was umacceptable. A redeeming factor - the chef created a delicious vegan meal that was not on the standard menu and we appreciated that.
It has a deceptively fancy menu for a place that looks like an old biker bar on the outside. I reccomend asking to be seated in the back room with views of the redwoods. They have lights illuminating them at night.
Venison medium (highlight) was cooked really well, clean cut and very juicy, although the gamey flavor was cooked out so it kind of tasted like mystery meat by itself (can be viewed as a plus or minus). I thought the pairing of poached pear and bitterness from brussel sprouts was an exceptional flavor combination. The amuse bouches (fried cheese ball and some nuts covered in chocolate) and dessert selection felt a bit low effort, especially compared to thought put into the mains. The sourdough was cut too thick for my preferences which made the butter taste like nothing, and the sourdough crust was closer to “hard” than “crunchy.” Dining companions said scallop was the best of the meal. I tried a bit of the pork main dish and it was much more dry/tough than the venison. The main portions were gigantic! We left with our stomachs about to burst. Service was very attentive, water glasses were never less than half full. They were able to accommodate my dietary restrictions.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
the environment is really 'in the mountain', they have a M* chef and the 3 course tasting menu doesnt't come with cheap price（88d for seasonal seletions)and great service, though!! So if you want come for a different SF vibe, yes; considering extra driving effort, I say it's more of a experiement experience for me.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow! This an awesome place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Magical setting for a 3- our 5-course seasonal tasting menu. The venison and vanilla parsnips were phenomenal, and the cocktails are top notch. Highly recommended for special occasions
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The ambience and experience is top notch. Definitely recommend the drive and the food. Worth the experience
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
This restaurant offers top-notch dining with an atmosphere that radiates excellence. The staff is incredibly attentive, ensuring every detail is perfect. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm hospitality and a commitment to quality. Whether it's the flawless service or the carefully crafted menu, everything about this place sets a high standard for an unforgettable dining experience.
Great getaway in the middle of nowhere. The food was outstanding, and the service was top-notch. Not cheap but well worth the cost for a great evening. Book in advance, and don't be surprised if it is crowded early. Very popular it seems.
Our experience was excellent. Service was attentive but not overbearing, each course was sublime, and the bill reasonable (only one of us had a glass of wine—$40), but the chairs would be more comfortable with more substantial cushioning. Our dinner guest greatly praised his experience, as well.
Wonderful dining experience at The Mountain House. Service is excellent and the food is superb. You can feel and taste the passion and dedication of the Chef in every dish!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So disappointed. Have had wonderful experiences and lots of fun. They changed hands and we will not be back. The main dining room ONLY serves a price fix menu. No indication that was the only service in main dining. You have to find a place in the bar to order off a bar menu. No indication on Web site. Price fix menu was limited and expensive. Have loved this for years. So sad.
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Meh, food was decent but not worth the money or the drive in our opinion. This place seemed confused on whether it was fun and relaxed or bougie and uptight. A mediocre experience for our personal styles which is not what you want when you’re spending $500 for dinner.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Always an amazing experience at The Mountain House. We have been a few times now and have never NOT liked anything we've eaten. We're so happy to have shared one of our favorite places with our parents as they all gathered together for the first time ever!
Absolutely beautiful location nestled in the redwoods. Service was impeccable. We came here for my birthday, and can't wait to celebrate another special occasion here.
This review was made in connection with a Toast promotion.
Nice cozy place. Food and service were great, but a little more expensive than planned.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is a great location for a fancy evening out.
The food was immaculate. The gnocci with the truffle pecorino absolutely melts in the mouth. Every single meal I ate was phenomenal. I only wish I could have sampled the meats, but I suffer from gout and cannot.
It would've been 100% perfect if we weren't vegetarian. I asked to be seated somewhere out of view of the many mounted animal heads - my girlfriend isn't a big fan of them. They said they would try, but one of the servers walked up to us at the bar and (what felt like) mockingly started petting a stuffed phesant. For the price point, that was umacceptable. A redeeming factor - the chef created a delicious vegan meal that was not on the standard menu and we appreciated that.
It has a deceptively fancy menu for a place that looks like an old biker bar on the outside. I reccomend asking to be seated in the back room with views of the redwoods. They have lights illuminating them at night.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
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