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Chez TJ

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$50 and over
Contemporary French
938 Villa Street, Mountain View, CA 94041

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
Attentive service, fresh flowers and soft music surround guests at this intimate, Michelin Starred restaurant in downtown Mountain View.

Inside a Victorian home, Executive Chef Stan Michalski is pleased to join the culinary team as Executive Chef as of January 2024, bringing his vast Michelin experience and passion for locally-sourced ingredients to further Chez TJ’s exceptional legacy. Stan brings Chez TJ not just culinary mastery, but a deep love of hospitality—believing what matters most is bringing people together over a delicious meal.

Our pre-fixe Chef's Tasting menu encourages an enjoyable evening of dining and conversation.

Chef's Tasting Menu $250
Garden Tasting Menu $165
Optional Wine Pairing $175
Service Charge 20%
For parties of 6 or more a deposit of $125 /per person is required
When booking reservations, please indicate any dietary restrictions. It may not be possible to accommodate all restrictions and food allergies. For reservation assistance, call 650-964-7466

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Stan Michalski

  • Award icon
    MICHELIN 1 Star2024
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    MICHELIN 1 Star2023
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    MICHELIN 1 Star2022

From the OpenTable editors: When it opened in 1982, Chez TJ helped usher in a new era of fine dining in the South Bay. Whether at an intimate table inside the historic Victorian home or on the lush outdoor patio illuminated by string lights, the romantic setting and MICHELIN-Starred tasting menu of updated French-leaning classics make every meal feel like a celebration. Bonus points for the onsite garden growing fresh ingredients.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, French, Contemporary French / American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
    3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Mountain View
  • Cross street
    Shoreline & Castro
  • Parking details
    Across the street or in the three story edifice, up one block from your location.
  • Public transit
    CalTrain: Mountain ViewLightrail: Mountain View
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

Experiences

  • An Evening of Italian Wine with Lorenzo Scarpone

    $330.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 17, 2025 only
    An Evening of Italian Wine with Lorenzo Scarpone Join us for a special night celebrating the wines of Italy with acclaimed winemaker Lorenzo Scarpone. Throughout the evening, Lorenzo will share insights into their wine making philosophy, the unique terroir of their vineyards, and the stories behind each pour from his Mother Land, Italy. Each wine will be thoughtfully paired with 5 courses crafted by our culinary team. Limited seating—reserve now. $275 per person plus tax and service charge
    An Evening of Italian Wine with Lorenzo Scarpone Photo
  • Chef's Petite Menu (4 courses)

    $165.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in Chez TJ's culinary excellence with our New Chef's Garden Menu! Available Tuesday through Friday. This four-course culinary journey invites you to experience the freshest flavors of the season at a lighter price. This is a streamlined menu, meticulously crafted by Chef Stan, ideal for weeknight dinners and per-theater dining. Since 2007, Chez TJ has been honored with a prestigious Michelin Star. Chef's Garden Menu $165 ( pricing not inclusive or beverages or sales tax ). Please note that there will be a 20% service charge added to your bill. This allows us to pay our staff more evenly. *Available for parties of 7 or less.
    Chef's Petite Menu (4 courses) Photo
  • Chef's Pre-Fixe Tasting Menu (7 courses)

    $250.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Please join us for our renowned 7 course Chef’s Tasting Menu. The multi course menu each day is tailored by our talented Chef, Stan Michalski, and features a unique approach to contemporary French cuisine. Each course is colorful and imaginative, bursting with unique flavors and showcases the freshest, seasonal fruits, vegetables, and herbs much of which is handpicked from the restaurant's own culinary garden. Chez TJ has been honored with a prestigious Michelin Star since 2007. We are happy to accommodate most dietary restrictions with advance notice! Tasting menu $250 ( pricing not inclusive or beverages or sales tax ). Please note that there will be a 20% service charge added to your bill. This allows us to pay our staff more evenly.

What 1,562 people are saying

Chez TJ reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Peninsula

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chez TJ offers an "exquisite food, exquisite service" experience with expertly paired wines and creative chef creations. Guests rave about the "absolutely amazing experience," "exceptional service," and "brilliant wine pairings." The ambiance is "lovely," making it perfect for special occasions. While some note high prices, the culinary adventure remains "truly memorable."
1,562 Reviews
  1. J C

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a very nice experience. The service was the top of what I could experience in my 17 years in the US. The food was exceptional and I could appreciate the fact to be surprised each time by different meals. I booked again for later this year. Yes I recommend this place.

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  2. Andy

    San Francisco Bay Area27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Exquisite food , exquisite service and an all round gastronomic treat for adventurous foodies. Expert wine pairings to accompany the creative and delicious chef creations that are a delight for the taste buds and truly worthy of TJs Michelin accolades. Will definitely be back to sample more of the culinary excellence that emerges from TJs kitchen. Bon appetit!

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  3. Brian

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic meal. Everything delicious and we felt very taken care of. They accommodated our GF request exceptionally well.

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  4. Tissy VIP

    Houston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the most amazing food with the most amazing staff! They all went above and beyond, even gave me a blanket since I was under the ac. Really appreciate the staff there who made my dinner special!

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  5. Alan VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area38 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was very good, especially the Wine Director. Food was good as always.

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  6. Alexia

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I recently dined at your restaurant and was impressed by the overall ambiance and the quality of the food. Most of the staff members were courteous and professional. However, I feel compelled to report an incident that made me feel extremely uncomfortable and negatively impacted my visit. While presenting the wine menu to my two friends, your sommelier, Ted Merkel, twice placed his hand on my shoulder without any reason or prior indication. Later, during service, he commented that he was “flirting,” which I found highly inappropriate and disturbing. Such conduct is unprofessional and disrespectful, especially in a fine dining setting. Physical contact without consent and inappropriate remarks cross a clear boundary and should not be part of any guest’s experience, particularly for female patrons who may feel especially vulnerable in such situations. While I appreciate that everyone has different communication styles, in hospitality, respect and professionalism must always come first. I sincerely hope you will take this feedback seriously, address the issue internally, and ensure that all guests at Chez TJ are treated with the dignity and care they deserve.
    Chez TJResponded on June 6, 2025
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. While I'm pleased to hear you enjoyed the ambiance and the quality of the food at Chez TJ, I am sincerely sorry to learn about the discomfort that was caused. Please accept our heartfelt apologies. What you experienced is not reflective of the standards we uphold at Chez TJ. Our goal is to provide an exceptional and respectful dining experience for every guest, and we take your feedback with the highest seriousness. I have spoken directly with the employee involved, made clear that such behavior is unacceptable, and taken steps to ensure it does not happen again. Thank you again for bringing this to our attention. Sincerely, George Aviet

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  7. Tahnee

    Los Angeles8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambiance, food, and presentation were absolutely amazing! Teddy went above and beyond to make our anniversary dinner extra special we couldn’t have asked for a better night out. If you’re a foodie, this place is a must-try. Highly recommend!

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  8. Aaron

    San Francisco Bay Area29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly a one of a kind experience. Usually when my wife and I eat out, I can imagine how I might manage a good enough simulation at home. Not so with Chez TJ. This is truly a special place for special occasions and especially now with the current head chef, it surpassed a previous visit many years ago. Go now!

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  9. Patricia VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was impeccable and above superb! A once in a lifetime experience if you are lucky enough. Every bite had it’s own personality! The artful presentation of every dish was a masterpiece. Every employee was happy to be there and eager to take care of you, with genuine joy. A very unique, special and phenomenal dining experience that you won’t ever forget! An absolute must!

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  10. Irina

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing experience! Highly recommend chef's selection menu with wine pairing! We tried nightly and grand pairing options - both had great wine choices. Chef's selection menu was delightful for the palate and the eye, just the right amount of food and bounty of flavors.

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Chez TJ is rated 4.7 stars by 1562 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Chez TJ

938 Villa Street, Mountain View, CA 94041

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
    3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Cross street
    Shoreline & Castro
  • Neighborhood
    Mountain View
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, French, Contemporary French / American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Across the street or in the three story edifice, up one block from your location.
  • Public transit
    CalTrain: Mountain ViewLightrail: Mountain View
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine
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