Mountain House

Name: Mountain House
Address: 13808 Skyline Blvd, Woodside, CA, United States, 94062-4504
Telephone: (650) 851-8541
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (445)

$31 to $50

American

13808 Skyline Blvd, Woodside, CA 94062-4504

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2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for scenic views

The Mountain House has a rich history dating back to the late 19th century. Serving as a rest stop for travelers, loggers and homesteaders in the Santa Cruz Mountains- we have evolved into a beloved destination known for our Coastal Countryside cuisine and rustic, intimate ambiance. Offering a menu highlighting game meats, locally sourced ingredients, and a curated selection of California and Old World wines, the Mountain House is one of the most unique settings in California. From a roadhouse to fine dining, the unassuming red cabin has stood the test of time along with the majestic redwoods that surround it.

Today, the restaurant is owned and operated by distinguished chefs Dmitry Elperin and William Roberts. We offer a three-course prix fixe menu for in our dining rooms and additionally, we serve an à la carte menu in our bar and lounge, available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Take the scenic route to The Mountain House, where nature, history, and hospitality converge.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Californian, Wild Game
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(650) 851-8541
Website
http://themountainhouse.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
13808 Skyline Blvd, Woodside, CA 94062-4504
Neighborhood
Woodside
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cigar Room, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Roasted Heirloom Tomato Soup | Brioche and Smoked Cheddar Grilled Cheese
Golden Beet Salad | Goat Cheese | Citrus | Arugula | Toasted Pistachios
Yellowtail Carpaccio | Niçoise Olives | Lemon Confit | Tomatoes | Lemon-Verbena Vinaigrette
Seared Diver Scallops | Roasted Cauliflower | Toasted Pine Nuts | Golden Raisins | Brown Butter
Bacon-Wrapped Quail | Savory Herb and Sourdough Stuffing

Entree Course

Grilled Pork Tenderloin | Bacon Braised Cabbage | Olive Oil Crushed Potatoes | Moscato Poached Pears
Red Wine Braised Short Rib | Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes | Glazed Root Vegetables
Lightly Smoked Scottish Salmon | Poached Mussels | Golden Potatoes | Watercress
Roasted Sonoma Chicken | Porcini Mushroom Risotto | Cippolini Onions | Lemon-Thyme Jus
Fettuccini Pasta | Butternut Squash | Braised Chantarelles | Crispy Chestnuts | Parmesan
Rack of Venison | Vanilla Parsnip Puree | Brussels Sprouts | Crushed Hazelnuts | Lingonberry Sauce

Dessert Course

Flourless Dark Chocolate Cake | Salted Caramel Ice Cream
Grand Marnier Crème Brûlée | Black Mission Figs
Vanilla Pear and Almond Tart | Cognac Cream
Artisan Cheese Board | Accoutrements
Selection of Seasonal Ice Creams and Sorbets

What 445 people are saying

Mountain House reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Peninsula
Best Ambiance
Peninsula
Romantic
Peninsula
Great for scenic views
Peninsula
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mountain House offers an exceptional dining experience nestled among the redwoods. Guests rave about the "magical" Forest Room, "spectacular" wine pairings, and "outstanding" venison. The service is consistently "excellent," creating a "wonderful" and "special" ambiance for occasions. With a prix fixe menu and a charming setting, it's a must-visit.

445 Reviews

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Kate VIP
Tahoe / Reno Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Sat at the Bar. Food was excellent. Thaddeus was excellent too!
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L VIP
Washington, D.C. Area21 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing birthday celebration dinner. Our server, Robin, was so great! She helped us with the menu, and offered perfect suggestions for wine pairing. Try the beet salad, salmon, and Morel mushrooms! The atmosphere is unbeatable. We can’t wait to go back!
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Vera
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and unique fresh experience in woods. Highly recommend.
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Kirk
San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
In a word, Spectacular!! Happy we partook of the wine pairing. It just added to the overall experience. Food and service was over the top. At the end of our evening we could have not felt more special.
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Tom
San Francisco Bay Area12 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
When we first walked in, it was very familiar from when we used to come up there and go to the mountain house. This time, though it was like watching a well oiled machine everybody was on the same level. Everybody had all the information for everything explained everything it was quite a well oiled machine. Servers were great cocktails were great, food was excellent different things we haven’t had before. It was really a treat. Yes we will be returning. Thank you for the excellent service and food.
Mountain HouseResponded on June 18, 2025
Hi Tom, Thank you so much for the kind words — it means the world to hear that your return visit brought back great memories and introduced you to something new! We're thrilled that the service, cocktails, and fresh dishes made it a standout experience. We’ll be sure to share your compliments with the team — they’ll love hearing it! We can't wait to welcome you back again soon. Thanks for being part of The Mountain House story! — The Mountain House
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Elspeth
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful setting and wonderfully presented food - standouts were the scallops, salmon in broth and mandarin creme brûlée. Great anniversary celebration with our baby! We went for the earliest reservation in the forest room.
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Xinyu VIP
New York City9 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice experience. Food tastes great - like the venison (+10) and ribeye (+25). Only we were 16min late so missed the 15min window for forest room. So make sure you are on time.
Mountain HouseResponded on June 18, 2025
Hi Xinyu, Thank you so much for the kind review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the food — especially the venison and ribeye — and that the overall experience hit the mark. We appreciate the reminder about timing for the Forest Room as well — it’s a cozy and popular space, and staying on schedule helps us keep everything running smoothly for all our guests. We hope to welcome you back again soon — and we’ll keep the Forest Room ready for your return! 😉 — The Mountain House
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Charlotte
Orange County1 review
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
5 stars – A Hidden Gem in the Woods! I had an amazing experience at Mountain House Restaurant. I was seated in the Forest Room, which felt like dining right in the middle of nature such a magical and peaceful atmosphere. It’s rare to find a place that offers such a beautiful setting and fine dining at such affordable prices. The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and definitely exceeded expectations for the price. On top of that, the staff was incredibly helpful and kind, making the whole evening even more enjoyable. I will definitely come back. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a unique, relaxing dining experience without breaking the bank ^^
Mountain HouseResponded on June 5, 2025
Hi Charlotte, Wow — thank you so much for this kind and thoughtful review! It truly made our day. We're so glad you enjoyed your time in the Forest Room — we agree, it’s a magical space! And thank you for your kind words on value — we work hard to provide an elevated experience that shines without losing sight of fairness and accessibility. We’ll be sure to pass along your note to our team — they’ll be thrilled to know their efforts helped create such a memorable evening. Thank you again for taking the time to share, Charlotte — we hope to welcome you back soon for another peaceful escape among the redwoods! Warmly, The Mountain House Team
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Donna
San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff was friendly, helpful, attentive and gave good explanations. Food was great.
Mountain HouseResponded on June 5, 2025
Hi Donna, Thank you so much for the kind words and thoughtful review! We're so glad you found the food delicious and our team welcoming and attentive — it means a lot to hear. We also appreciate your feedback on value and are always looking for ways to make the experience feel as special and worthwhile as possible. Hope to see you again soon for another scenic escape among the redwoods! Warmly, The Mountain House Team
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Ken
San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Been a long time since we've been to the Mountain House, but its food, ambiance etc. still live up to its incredible reputation. Thank you Madison (our server) and to the chefs. I had the Venison (amazing!) and all the flavors were incredible. Still one of the bay area gems!
Mountain HouseResponded on May 29, 2025
Hi Ken, Welcome back—and thank you for the glowing review! We’re so glad to hear your return visit lived up to the memories. Madison and our chefs will be thrilled to hear your kind words, especially about the venison (a favorite of ours, too!). It means a lot to be considered one of the Bay Area gems, and we hope to see you again soon for another great night in the redwoods. Warmly, The Mountain House Team
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Mountain House is rated 4.8 stars by 445 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

13808 Skyline Blvd, Woodside, CA 94062-4504

Additional information

Neighborhood
Woodside
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Californian, Wild Game
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cigar Room, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://themountainhouse.com/
Phone number
(650) 851-8541

Mountain House

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About this restaurant

Additional information

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Menu

First Course

Roasted Heirloom Tomato Soup | Brioche and Smoked Cheddar Grilled Cheese

Golden Beet Salad | Goat Cheese | Citrus | Arugula | Toasted Pistachios

Yellowtail Carpaccio | Niçoise Olives | Lemon Confit | Tomatoes | Lemon-Verbena Vinaigrette

Seared Diver Scallops | Roasted Cauliflower | Toasted Pine Nuts | Golden Raisins | Brown Butter

Bacon-Wrapped Quail | Savory Herb and Sourdough Stuffing

Entree Course

Grilled Pork Tenderloin | Bacon Braised Cabbage | Olive Oil Crushed Potatoes | Moscato Poached Pears

Red Wine Braised Short Rib | Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes | Glazed Root Vegetables

Lightly Smoked Scottish Salmon | Poached Mussels | Golden Potatoes | Watercress

Roasted Sonoma Chicken | Porcini Mushroom Risotto | Cippolini Onions | Lemon-Thyme Jus

Fettuccini Pasta | Butternut Squash | Braised Chantarelles | Crispy Chestnuts | Parmesan

Rack of Venison | Vanilla Parsnip Puree | Brussels Sprouts | Crushed Hazelnuts | Lingonberry Sauce

Dessert Course

Flourless Dark Chocolate Cake | Salted Caramel Ice Cream

Grand Marnier Crème Brûlée | Black Mission Figs

Vanilla Pear and Almond Tart | Cognac Cream

Artisan Cheese Board | Accoutrements

Selection of Seasonal Ice Creams and Sorbets

What 445 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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