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Cetrella, the ultimate destination for a unique dining experience, is a fusion of a Cocktail Bar, Californian Restaurant, and Mediterranean Restaurant in the heart of Los Altos. Located at 160 State St, CA 94022, our trendy Bar offers an extensive selection of handcrafted Cocktails, carefully curated to complement our delectable menu. Our culinary expertise shines through in our Californian-inspired dishes, infused with the bold flavors and aromas of the Mediterranean. From fresh seafood to savory meats, our menu boasts an array of options to satisfy any palate. Whether you're in the mood for a leisurely lunch or a vibrant night out, Cetrella is the perfect spot to unwind and indulge. Join us for a truly unforgettable experience, where exceptional service, stunning ambiance, and mouth-watering cuisine come together in perfect harmony. Visit us today and discover why Cetrella is the go-to Cocktail Bar and Restaurant in Los Altos!

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Cetrella serves up fresh, farm-to-table Californian cuisine in a cozy setting. Enjoy seasonal small plates, artisanal sandwiches, and creative entrees made with locally sourced ingredients. The menu is constantly evolving, but the focus on fresh, sustainable ingredients remains a constant.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

OpenTable: 4.5/5

Zagat: 4.5/5

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David Clark
David Clark -Google user
4 months ago
Delicious food, beautifully presented with attentive service. The food was consistently delicious across starters, mains and desserts. The selection of wines, cocktails and mocktails was excellent and quickly presented. A memorable dining experience
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Tahitian Vanilla Panna Cotta
Christa Tee
Christa Tee -Google user
4 months ago
Everything we ordered was delicious and well prepared. Especially liked the crab cakes and Branzino! Service was also excellent.
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Pan Seared Bronzino, Chesapeake Bay Blue Crab Cakes
Jess Chen
Jess Chen -Google user
a year ago
Wonderful dishes and comfortable environment, with considerable service! The crab cake was perfectly crispy and flavorful. The fish was incredibly fresh, delicious with delightful tanginess. The pasta with lobster was chewy, tasty,and well-balanced. The pudding had the perfect level of sweetness, making for an excellent...Read More
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Tahitian Vanilla Panna Cotta, Forest Mushroom Risotto, Pan Seared Bronzino
J J Luranc
J J Luranc -Google user
9 months ago
Outstanding food, wine and service - the French owner could not be more hospitable - the photos below speak volumes.
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Plenty of parkingFree parking lot, Free street parking
Tammy Liu
Tammy Liu -Google user
6 years ago
Met friends here for lunch on a Monday and it was pretty empty. Liked the decor of the restaurant , pretty large, lots of natural lighting coming in, very comfortable! The salmon pizza appetizer had a good crust, cheesy and tasty. The...Read More
Jonathan Wong
Jonathan Wong -Google user
3 years ago
Have been to Cetrella twice now and each time it did not disappoint! This most recent time we had the octopus appetizer, Happy Farms fried goodness and ordered their specials. A seafood paella and a stuffed pillow pasta with short ribs. Overall delicious, would...Read More
Dine inDinner
Emil Ochotta
Emil Ochotta -Google user
5 years ago
Valentine's menu really exceeded expectations. Five course menu with a few choices for each course. Salmon was perfectly cooked with slight crust and a little pink in the middle. Scallops also with the really tasty crust.
Wesley Engers
Wesley Engers -Google user
3 years ago
This was a great place to celebrate my girlfriend's birthday! Servers were very attentive, good quiet atmosphere, and delicious food with beautiful presentation.
Dine inDinner$50–100
John Picardo
John Picardo -Google user
3 years ago
Slightly pricey but food is delicious, service is friendly and plenty of options across grilled food, plated entrees, pizza, pasta, and more. Server was knowledgeable on what was gluten free, which was virtually all the entrees, and the desserts included a flourless chocolate cake. COVID...Read More
Dine inDinner$50–100
nafeesa F (Naf)
nafeesa F (Naf) -Google user
6 years ago
An upscale place with great ambience and service. We ordered mixed greens salad, ricotta and corn agnolotti, salmon and panna cotta. Both the salad and panna cotta were out of the world amazing. I really liked the agnolotti too. Salmon was pretty good too...Read More
Adam Brody
Adam Brody -Google user
10 months ago
Excellent service and food. Great presentations.
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Pan Seared Bronzino
Valerie Russell
Valerie Russell -Google user
a year ago
I have to say, that this was by far the most delicious meal I have had in so long, I can't remember a better one!
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Forest Mushroom RisottoHighly recommendThere were enough vegetarian options to choose from. Nothing is labeled though. The kale salad with pomegranate and persimmon was delicious. The photo shows a half portion as I split it with my mother.
Alex Thayer
Alex Thayer -Google user
3 years ago
I love Cetrella because they have excellent food, but they also have a “simply grilled” menu that makes life much easier given my family’s dietary restrictions. This is my go-to place in Los Altos for salmon and steak, and I love their desserts too!
Take outDinner$20–30
Oisin O'Connor
Oisin O'Connor -Google user
6 years ago
Upscale dining, don't skip desert and try the owner's Liquid Sky Vineyards Sonoma Syrah, you won't be disappointed
Athmane L
Athmane L -Google user
4 years ago
5 Stars are not enough for such a delicious food and for a great and friendly staff. Definitely recommend to anyone looking for a great experience.
Paul G
Paul G -Google user
5 months ago
After l had a very bad experience at this place a few years ago, when it was garbage industrial Indian food, l discovered that the ownership had changed. What a difference: excellent food and excellent service. I had the lamb shank and my wife the...Read More
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 4
Karl Danz
Karl Danz -Google user
a month ago
We have been dining at Cetrella for years, both at the First Street location and now at the State Street location. Every single time we've had a terrific experience!
$50–100Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talk1 person, 2 people, 3-4 people, 5-8 peopleNo wait
Peter Ehlers
Peter Ehlers -Google user
8 months ago
This is a nice, but not pretentious, restaurant with fantastic food. We've now gone a couple of times, and it is consistently high quality. The truffle fries are crispy and delicious, and every main dish we've tried has been excellent. My favorites have been the...Read More
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5
Cindy GL
Cindy GL -Google user
10 months ago
Love the new tapas options - the lamb meatballs were outstanding. I’m a light eater so these worked as a main for me after a salad starter. My partner had the short ribs and said the dish was delicious. Great wine list.
Atmosphere: 5
Jake Hamill
Jake Hamill -Google user
10 months ago
I love this place!!! All of the food is incredible. I kid you not, the side of broccoli that I had tonight was so well flavored that I could have eaten it for dessert. I’ve loved everything I’ve ever eaten here. And the staff are...Read More
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5

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