Last updated: 2025-05-06
Silicon Valley’s culinary landscape shines with extraordinary dining experiences. Mountain View and surrounding Peninsula cities offer sophisticated restaurants that blend innovative cuisine with California’s fresh, local ingredients.
From Palo Alto’s elegant steakhouses to Los Altos’ intimate dining rooms, these top-tier restaurants showcase the region’s commitment to exceptional gastronomic artistry and refined dining atmospheres.
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Featured Fine Dining Spots in Mountain View
- Nobu Palo Alto (Palo Alto)
- The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse (Palo Alto)
- RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Palo Alto (Palo Alto)
- The Village Pub (Woodside)
- Aurum (Los Altos)
Aurum (Los Altos)
What to Expect
Michelin-guided contemporary Indian cuisine
Description
A contemporary Indian restaurant nestled in Los Altos, Aurum offers an elevated dining experience showcasing the cultural diversity of Indian cuisine. The restaurant features vibrant Indian art and interiors, presenting traditional favorites with innovative contemporary twists. Guests can expect carefully crafted dishes that blend authentic flavors with modern culinary techniques.
Where: Los Altos | More Info: Aurum
Nobu Palo Alto (Palo Alto)
What to Expect
Signature dishes by world-renowned Chef Nobu Matsuhisa
Description
Nobu Palo Alto offers an elegant Japanese-inspired dining experience in a sophisticated Silicon Valley setting. The restaurant features Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's iconic signature dishes, blending traditional Japanese techniques with California-inspired ingredients. Guests can enjoy meticulously crafted sushi, innovative fusion cuisine, and an atmosphere that seamlessly combines Japanese hospitality with modern design.
Where: Palo Alto | More Info: Nobu Palo Alto
RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Palo Alto (Palo Alto)
What to Expect
Gallery-integrated rooftop dining with panoramic architectural views
Description
Nestled atop the RH Palo Alto gallery, this sophisticated rooftop restaurant offers an elegant dining experience with sweeping architectural views. Guests enjoy contemporary cuisine served in a minimalist, design-forward space featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and carefully curated interiors that reflect Restoration Hardware's signature aesthetic of refined luxury.
Where: Palo Alto | More Info: RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Palo Alto
The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse (Palo Alto)
What to Expect
Japanese-influenced seafood tasting menu with tableside service
Description
Sophisticated seafood-focused restaurant nestled in a refined Palo Alto dining space. Candlelit tables and an intimate atmosphere showcase meticulously prepared oceanic cuisine with Japanese-inspired techniques. Signature tableside presentations and a curated wine selection elevate the dining experience beyond traditional seafood restaurants.
Where: Palo Alto | More Info: The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse
The Village Pub (Woodside)
What to Expect
Locally sourced produce from private ranch partnership
Description
Nestled in Woodside, this Michelin-starred restaurant features farm-to-table cuisine sourced primarily from its own SMIP Ranch. The dining experience showcases Chef Mark Sullivan's award-winning culinary approach, with an exceptional wine program boasting over 3,500 labels and a Wine Spectator Grand Award-winning selection.
Where: Woodside | More Info: The Village Pub
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