Nestled in the heart of San Jose, California, LaForet stood as a beacon of French culinary excellence. As a gourmet foodie and a connoisseur of fine wines, my anticipation for their New Year's menu was tinged with excitement. Known for its exquisite cuisine and elegant pairings, LaForet promised a dining experience that would linger long in memory. Upon entering, I was greeted by an ambiance that exuded both sophistication and warmth. The restaurant's decor, a blend of rustic charm and understated elegance, set the perfect stage for the evening's culinary journey. Premier Course: Salade Francaise. The first course was a Salade Francaise, a delicate ensemble of butter lettuce, marinated cucum...
The tortellini arrived far too quickly—within just two minutes of ordering. It had a taste of burnt garlic, and the pasta was dry and hard. We also ordered the pasta frutti di mare and the wild boar. The pasta was decent, with the shrimp being the standout—well-seasoned and cooked perfectly. The scallop was large but rather bland, and the pasta itself was overly seasoned. Just like the tortellini, the sauce tasted of burnt garlic.
For the wild boar, I ordered it medium rare but received it more well-done. It was the best tasting dish of the night, but the garlic sauce accompanying it also had that burnt flavor.
It was a lovely touch for the restaurant to bring me a plate of sampler desser...
Went back for our anniversary!!! Better than ever. Our server Allen, may have been the single best we’ve ever had anywhere. Hawaii-Maui, would be in that conversation as well. Allen however is service personified. Great skill, intricate knowledge, super personality, interesting tidbits from his personal experience! Oh yes, and the food was scrumptious, all cooked to perfection. We shared the ribeye while our son had the filet mignon! All exquisitely prepared and lovingly served. Yowza!!! And to top it off on this special occasion, there was George, the 30 lb. Therapy rabbit, who commanded a fair share of the attention, as well! Wife and son enjoyed the reds they tried and drank lustily once...
In town for a game and decided to have a date night. This returant had good reviews and was supposed to be good for a date night, so I made the reservation. We started with Sea Scallops and Beef Tartare. Scallops were excellent with a great sauce and the tartare was blah. For our mains we had the bison and venison. Neither were new entrees for me but both were new to my other half. Again, the sauce was the highlight of each dish. The meats were not seasoned and unimpressive. The waiter was polite, knowledgable, and very helpful. The setting was nice and elegant. The food left alot to be desired. The best thing on any or our plates was the sauce, and that included the sides, also unimpressive...
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Pleasant lunch today. This was our first time visiting here. We decided to partake in their Sunday brunch. The brunch platter was immensely enjoyed! We started with the poached lobster appetizer beforehand and it was delicious too! They serve a good bread service as well. For entrees, my wife shared the rack of lamb with her mother and I had the veal. Both were good. We finished with the delicious Grand Marnier soufflé. They have a superior selection of wines by the glass. Service was sufficient, and relaxed. The ambiance is quite serene. We sat inside, though their outside patio looks lovely too.
We had an amazing dining experience. I highly recommend the outdoor seating, as the ambiance was lovely and tranquil. The sounds of the creek, along with the chirping of birds and crickets in the trees, added to the charm. We opted for the six-course tasting menu and also ordered two mushroom soups and the beef entree. Every dish was absolutely delicious. Our server was exceptional as well. Just keep in mind that this experience comes with a price, so don’t be surprised by the final bill. Be prepared to spend at least $400 for two people.
Not our first time but this time we were disappointed. The ahi tuna was ok but too much pepper , and the quail was grate as usual for mains the rack of lamb was not flavourful at all and the elk was way to salty for some reason the crème brûlée was a little burnt. The service wasn’t the best we waited a lot until the waiter came to see if everything is ok . Food: 3 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 3
Booked a reservation via Open Table. The restaurant calls me while I’m on my way to say they are closing 30 mins earlier than the appointment they allowed me to book. They were not sincerely apologetic. What a disappointment.
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I absolutely love this restaurant! I've enjoyed both breakfast and dinner there, and the food is simply amazing—so delicious! The service is fantastic, and the atmosphere is wonderful.
The food is awesome and I really want to thank the manager Sammy (and his nephew Ali), who provided the best service and helped us to have a wonderful dinner experience.
