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Polenteria, Los Gatos, CA

Polenteria

4.6
4.6
186 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today
  • Gluten-free-friendly
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Nestled in downtown Los Gatos, Polenteria serves up Italian cuisine, that is Celiac safe.
We are a small 22 seat restaurant, that is very intimate. With a European feel, many of our guests proclaim that they have been whisked away to Italy or France. We love that!

Many accolades from the SF Chronicle, and the Mercury News as well as Eater SF hail Chef Yvonne and her team at Polenteria for being on the cutting edge of the Gluten Free Movement, and more importantly providing a safe space for those with Celiac to dine without hesitation.

We are a small restaurant and therefore we do have a strict no show- cancellation policy. we need 24 hours or more. Please be considerate of this.

We thank you and look forward to being of service.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    (408) 884-8370
  • Website
    https://www.polenteria.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Yvonne Khananis
  • Catering
    Our parent catering company, Reverence Catering, is a full service catering company that can accommodate events up to 5000 guests.<br /><br />Please reach out for more info at info@reverencatering.com
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a complete buyout of our restaurant for a flat fee of $5500.00, on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Monday and Tuesday a flat fee of 2500.00. Wednesday and Sunday, are at a flat fee of $4000.00. Please reach out for more details, eat@polenteria.com
  • Location
    10 Victory Ln, Los Gatos, CA 95030
  • Area
    Los Gatos
  • Cross Street
    We are at the backside of main & N Santa Cruz Avenue in Downtown Los Ga
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Polenteria Dinner Menu

Appetizers

  • Frito Misto di Calamari US$21.00

    ~ Calabrian Aioli + Jalapeno Vinaigrette

    • Beet + Orange Carpaccio US$17.00

      ~ Fennel, balsamic glaze, fried goat cheese, micro greens, sunflower seeds

      • Arrancini del Giorno. US$15.00

        Cheese Stuffed Risotto Balls with a white wine garlic + Calabrian chili sauce. (3 pieces)

        • Mama's Meatballs. US$15.00

          Beef Meatballs in our spicy marinara sauce

          • Cavolfiore US$15.00

            ~ roasted cauliflower, capers, lemon + Shaved parmesan

            • Focaccia To GoUS$18.00

              Our house made focaccia. (gluten free + vegan)

              • Formaggio (cheese plate)US$24.00

                Chefs whim, with jam + local honey

                • Salumi US$24.00

                  Chefs Italian cured meat section with house made giardinara + grain Mustard

                  Insalate

                  • Colossea. US$15.00

                    ~ granny smith apple, red onion, goat cheese, dried cranberry, field greens, balsamic vinaigrette

                    • Caprese. US$16.00

                      ~ roasted roma tomato, burrata, fresh basil, E.V.O.O.,

                      • Chicory. US$16.00

                        ~ frisee, endive & radichio, gorgonzola dolce, toasted pistachio

                        • Caesar. US$15.00

                          ~ romaine, radicchio, shaved parmesan, crispy prosciutto

                          • Beet + StrawberryUS$17.00

                            ~ Spinach, burrata, sugared walnuts, lemon agave, EVOO, balsamic glaze

                            • Heirloom Tomato US$17.00

                              ~ Arugula, watermelon, red onion, Malson Salt, EVOO

                              Cena.

                              Main Dishes

                              • Bistecca alla Fiorentina US$80.00

                                ~T-bone steak, fried polenta, foraged mushrooms, sauteed spinach, peppercorn sauce

                                • Halibut Piccata US$42.00

                                  ~ Capers, lemon, butter & wine + mashed potatoes

                                  • Lamb Chops. US$38.00

                                    ~ mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, figs,rosemary port wine sauce

                                    • Tagliata US$48.00

                                      ~ NY Strip,roasted heirloom potatoes, arugula salad

                                      • Eggplant Parmesan. US$30.00

                                        ~ parmigiano reggiano, roma tomato sauce, basil

                                        • Chicken Parmesan. US$35.00

                                          ~ spaghetti, alfredo sauce

                                          • Chicken Vesuvio. US$35.00

                                            ~ Roasted lemon potatoes, au jus

                                            Polenta

                                            • Bolognese. US$26.00

                                              ~ bolognese, shaved parmeigiano- reggiano

                                              • Del Contadino. US$24.00

                                                ~ roasted tomato, carmelized onion, mushrooms, gorgonzola

                                                • Salsiccia E Funghi. US$28.00

                                                  ~ foraged mushrooms and house-made sausage, shaved parmeigiano- reggiano

                                                  • Fungo Reale. US$26.00

                                                    ~ truffle alfredo, king mushroom medley

                                                    Pasta

                                                    House Made Pasta

                                                    • Salmon alla Vodka Sauce. US$38.00

                                                      ~ mascarpone, parmeigiano- reggiano

                                                      • Gnocchi. US$34.00

                                                        ~ pesto cream, fried mushrooms, torn basil

                                                        • Meatballs + Spaghetti. US$32.00

                                                          ~ three large meatballs, house made marinara, shaved parmeigiano- reggiano

                                                          • Arrabiata + Burrata. US$32.00

                                                            ~ houe made arrabbiata, imported burrata, parmeigiano- reggiano

                                                            • Shrimp Scampi US$36.00

                                                              ~ linguine, garlic, white wine, basil, escarole, grape tomatoes

                                                              Dolce

                                                              Dessert

                                                              • Cannoli US$15.00

                                                                • Tiramisu US$16.00

                                                                  • Lemon Ricotta CheesecakeUS$16.00

                                                                    Last updated: 22 May 2024

                                                                    What 186 people are saying

                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                    4.6
                                                                    4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                    • 4.6Food
                                                                    • 4.7Service
                                                                    • 4.6Ambience
                                                                    • 4.3Value

                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                    Loved For

                                                                    • San Jose / Silicon Valley

                                                                      Healthy

                                                                    • San Jose / Silicon Valley

                                                                      Italian

                                                                    Review summary

                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                    Polenteria delights diners with its "amazing food" and "excellent service," featuring an entirely gluten-free menu. Guests rave about the "outstanding flavors" and cozy ambiance. The restaurant is praised for its "delicious gluten-free pasta" and "fabulous cocktails." With attentive staff and a warm atmosphere, it's a "hidden gem" worth visiting.

                                                                    186 Reviews

                                                                    1. Julie

                                                                      Las Vegas

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      Dined today

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      I have a gluten allergy and I have never experienced such amazing delicious food like I did tonight !!!! Everything was so delicious and I will go back again .

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                                                                    2. Lisa

                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Everything was fabulous; drinks, bread, appts dinner

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                                                                    3. Noam

                                                                      VIP

                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Excellent high end modern Italian food, everything we ordered was excellent including the special desserts. Service is polite, fast and amiable.

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                                                                    4. Rhianna

                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                      3.0

                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 8 February 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      We wanted to love this place but overall was underwhelming. We tried to get a reservation for quite a while. It is a very small restaurant. Inside is cute but no bathroom within restaurant to use. The service was ok. A few positives, my husband like his sausage, polenta, and mushroom dish. The cocktails were also good but $20 each. The gf bread was ok, not served warm. The dip with the bread was good. My shrimp scampi with bucatini was ok but shrimp slightly overcooked and not memorable to reorder. Salad with endive and pears was small and underseasoned. Husband inquired about a birthday dessert. Told they would add a candle. Water is $8. Guests at table next to us were not a fan of their dessert so we did not order one. Unfortunately we will not return.

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                                                                    5. Paul

                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined on 27 January 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      There were four of us. Two had polenta dishes one mushroom and one sausage, one had lamb shank and one had a sausage pasta. We all thought the dishes were excellent. The owner, Yvonne came and talked to us for a while and was very nice and forthcoming about her current endeavors besides La Polenteria, which included a catering service. Very nice..

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                                                                    6. Kelly

                                                                      San Diego

                                                                      56 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      56 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 26 January 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      The food was delicious and I can't wait to go back!

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                                                                    7. Peggy

                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 26 January 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      We had a wonderful meal at Polenteria. The service is excellent.

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                                                                    8. Steven

                                                                      Central Coast

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 26 January 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      I won’t be surprised if Polenteria earns a Michelin star. Exquisite flavors and beautiful presentation.

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                                                                    9. Allen

                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      4.0

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 24 January 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      Relaxed simple atmosphere Food is the star complete gluten free menu Full of flavors Focaccia and Italian breads outstanding Polenta creamy and rich Pasta a real aldente

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                                                                    10. Sheri

                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      4.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined on 23 January 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      AMAZING Food! The bread was to die for and you would never have known it was gluten free. My husband is Italian and agreed the gluten free pasta was also legit! We will be back!

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                                                                    FAQs

                                                                    Polenteria offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (408) 884-8370.

                                                                    Polenteria is rated 4.6 stars by 186 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                    Make a booking

                                                                    2 people
                                                                    19:00
                                                                    Booked 8 times today

                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                    Google Map for Polenteria

                                                                    10 Victory Ln, Los Gatos, CA 95030

                                                                    Additional information

                                                                    • Cross Street
                                                                      We are at the backside of main & N Santa Cruz Avenue in Downtown Los Ga
                                                                    • Area
                                                                      Los Gatos
                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                      Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
                                                                    • Price
                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                      Italian
                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                      Casual Elegant
                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                      Business Casual
                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                      Public Lot
                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                    • Executive Chef
                                                                      Yvonne Khananis
                                                                    • Additional
                                                                      Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                    • Website
                                                                      https://www.polenteria.com/
                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                      (408) 884-8370
                                                                    • Catering
                                                                      Our parent catering company, Reverence Catering, is a full service catering company that can accommodate events up to 5000 guests.<br /><br />Please reach out for more info at info@reverencatering.com
                                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                                      We offer a complete buyout of our restaurant for a flat fee of $5500.00, on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Monday and Tuesday a flat fee of 2500.00. Wednesday and Sunday, are at a flat fee of $4000.00. Please reach out for more details, eat@polenteria.com
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