It doesn't get much more French than Chez Philippe. The interior looks like it fell out of a French Countryside design catalog, pictures of the Eiffel tower adorn the walls, and the air is full of melodic accordion music. Even the menu features all the heavy hitters of French cuisine - or at least what American's think of as French cuisine; Coq au vin, Steak Frites, Cassoulet, Escargot, they've got it all. As a vocal fan of French Onion Soup (but too lazy to make it myself), we decided to begin our meal by splitting a bowl which turned out to be a smart decision because while certainly delicious, it was quite strong and very salty so trying to polish off a bowl on your own might put you at a disadvantage heading into the entrée. I went with the Cassoulet while my wife decided to go with the Steak au Poivre, both of which absolutely delivered. The steak was cooked to perfection with a beautiful crust and, in keeping with the French tradition, was more on the rare side of medium-rare. The mashed potatoes (a substitution of the typical fries) were wonderfully light and fluffy, pairing well with the acidity of the green beans. For as good as that dish was though, the real star of the show was the Cassoulet which absolutely blew me away. It was the kind of meal I found myself thinking about days later, looking up recipes and wondering where in the world I could find Salt Pork so that I can attempt to recreate this beauty at home. If you've never had it before, I highly recommend giving the Cassoulet a try. You'll be thanking me later. Overall we had an excellent meal at Chez Philippe and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for high-quality traditional French cuisine.

Chez Philippe Los Gatos CA Sat 2/22/25 Coq au vin! Crémant d'Alsace Rosé Les Comtes! Glaces & Sorbets w/Grand Marnier! Oh là là! © Poire-Williams Prisonnière Eau de Vie Alsace, complements of Chef Philippe! Merci beaucoup, Chef! Chicken in wine was Divine! C'est très fin! Customarily on this Saturday night, scanned the entrance & kitchen area for Kristi, Chef Philippe, and his wife, seeking to sit at the bar & catch-up! Let's hear it, what're the tonight's specials? Since that very first visit one night, couple of years ago, when I had stopped at Chez Philippe on a whim, no reservations & no plans, there were numerous, phenomenal, pleasant others! My other plans fell short that first night. Learned from welcoming lovely ladies with charming French accent that the restaurant was completely booked & offered bar seating... that's what started this love affair! It worked out so well, these days, I prefer small bar area overlooking open kitchen, to a dining room seating. Unless I'm here with a party of four or more, being at the bar is like being at the center of it all! You get to observe the Chef making magic! Fascinating! Exquisite French Bistro! Unusually high barstools, you've got to adjust your posture! Only wines & Champagnes are served, no bartender per se & no cocktails. I know what I want! You can't go wrong with Les Comte de Ribeauvillé Crémant d'Alsace Rosé Pinot Noir Brut! 37 bucks! Delicious! Salmon Pink, with aromas of red berries, delicate & fresh! Naturally, warmed French baguette, kept fresh in a cloth-sleeve, a side of butter, get ready to scoop up every last dripping of your main dish with! Chef Philippe says, Moules Frites, this was his childhood! Eating all summer long those delicious little mussels ~ much smaller in the West Coast of France ~ in front of the ocean, what could be better? And then, dipping or soaking French fries in the broth! No need for ketchup! C'est très bon! French Onion Soup is a must here ~ not overly salty! Served in a clay bowl, keeping its warmth for as long as you're slurping! Oh I know, that doesn't sound too elegant but hey, I can't contain my excitement! Devoured it! One of the best cups I've had in awhile! Phenomenal, melty cheese cover, it slurps pleasure into your mouth, oh boy! Hot French onion soup in a clay bowl holds the soul! Made friends with a random guy at the bar! He's French! So Chef got us a bottle of Pear Brandy from Alsace, the region he's from! It's elegant French Pear Brandy with a whole pear inside the bottle. A captivating spirit that showcases the artistry of traditional French distillation! An Eau de Vie literally means, Water of Life! It's a clear & colorless fruit brandy, a product of fermentation + double distillation. Yes, it's a whole intact peer in the bottle! Williams Pear Brandy comes from Alsace region of France, and they also call it Schnapps, because they're close to Germany! Maybe half an hour? It's sold in Germany too! Going back hundreds of years, in France, Switzerland, & Germany, Eau de Vie is usually made in the Alps & throughout Alsace! What matters is that Pear stuff is tasty! That's all, LOLz! Call it brandy, call it schnapps, call it a liquor! Clear liquidy water of life, in direct translation! Le Coq au vin, chicken braised in red wine, or literally, it's Rooster in wine! That chicken meat fell off the bone, so sweet & filling, it melts in your mouth! Asparagus, carrots... whipped up mushed potatoes & au jus sauce infused with red wine reduction, I've no words to describe the goodness! Finishing my dinner, with a Cappuccino! For dessert, Glaces & Sorbets w/Grand Marnier! Orange sorbet did the trick! Double Orange + quickly fermented & double distilled fruit Pear brandy, a duet made in Heaven! The smells! The music! The aromas! Hearing French is like music! Reminds me of cinematic scenes, this ambience wakes up my European roots! One doesn't have to understand French to get transported to Paris, or somewhere in the French countryside! Look to your right, towards the window & the street, N Santa Cruz Ave, enjoy your French Bistro decor! Wrought-iron lattice Tour Eiffel! They say that Paris is always a good idea! And tonight, it was good to me, once again! C'est à s'en lécher les babines! Special thank you to the crew! Chef Philippe! Francisco! Kristi O! Levi L! *J'ai perdu mes pieds À Saint-Germain des Prés Je cherche çà et là, Je ne les ai pas trouvés Dis-moi... où sont mes pieds ? Reviens, chéri, vers moi, Mes pieds n'importent pas C'est toi qui peux me compléter *I lost my feet In Saint Germain des Près I've searched here and there I haven't found them Tell me, where are my feet? Come back to me darling My feet don't matter It's you who can make me whole [ Update Review #830 w 9 pic Mar 4, 2025 ] *C'est très bon! @Chez Philippe Los Gatos CA Sat 2/22/25

I usually visit Chez Philippe for dinner, but I'm so happy we decided to try their Sunday brunch--it was absolutely incredible! You can never go wrong with ordering a special, and Chef Philippe personally recommended the Escargot Eggs Benedict. Instead of the traditional English muffin, it was served on a delicate crepe, which made it even more unique and delicious. Hands down, one of the best brunches I've had in a long time! The strawberry mimosa was perfectly balanced--refreshing and not too sweet. My fiancé ordered the steak frites, which is always a winner, but this time, it was topped with savory onions instead of a sauce--such a great touch. I can't wait to come back soon and try more of their amazing dishes. Highly recommend for an exceptional brunch (or dinner) experience!

I visited Chez Phillipe for the first time tonight, and I can easily see it becoming a favorite. The location is great... Santa Cruz Ave in Los Gatos is a very pleasant place to stroll, and there is plenty of parking. The decor is casual. This is a place that feels special, without being stuffy or pretentious. The menu is pretty standard French fare. It's somewhat limited, but there are several specials. Service was fast and casual. The food was simple amazing. It's basic stuff, prepared really well. I had the grilled steak (bavette a l'échalote) and my friend had the apple duck confit. We skipped the appetizer and saved room for dessert, and I'm glad we did. I had the Gran Marnier sorbet, and loved it! There are no cocktails, but they have a nice wine list. It's a tad pricey, but certainly fair for the quality of the food and service. I should mention that I am on a low-sodium diet. They were happy to prepare my meal to order without added salt. (Many restaurants pre-cook their sauces with loads of salt.)

We came for my birthday in December and had a nice time. The service was prompt, we came around the brunch time. Food was fresh and very good, we all enjoyed our meals. there are several areas to sit, we backed up to their open kitchen, which I did not love, but it wasn't really that bad but if you want something, a bit more quiet without the noise of the kitchen you can request a table that is not backed up to the kitchen. You can also have a seat that overlooks their open kitchen at the dining bar, which is kind of cool. my fresh strawberry mimosa was also very yummy.

Loved our meal here! It was a cold, rainy day, so a warm coq au vin with a glass of red wine hit the spot. The steak was also perfectly cooked, quite rare. The bread was delicious, too, with softened butter. I'm not sure the green beans did much for me, but everything else was great! The live piano music also really contributed to the vibe. Great time here!

We enjoyed a dinner with friends at Chez Phillippe tonight. We had reservations for 6pm on a Saturday night. When we arrived, there were not many customers yet, given the early hour. By the time we left two hours later, the restaurant was full. We have eaten here before and enjoyed it then and also on this visit. We were first seated in a table for four near the entrance, with two of the seats being on a small couch (a very unusual arrangement). My wife needs to sit on a chair and our friends did not want to sit on the couch, so we were moved to another table with four chairs. (It was good that it was early.) Warm bread and butter was served as we were seated. Note that this restaurant does not serve spirits or cocktails. They do serve wine. My wife and I had the French Onion Soup ($19), which was very good. A nice onion soup base and coated with thick cheese, as it should be. We split a main course sized Goat Cheese Salad ($21) which was very tasty. Our friends split the Grilled Steak with shallots, vegetable, and fries ($42), which both enjoyed. We had the Tarte Tatin (Apple Tart) ($17) for dessert, along with Mocas ($7 each) and Cappuccino ($6). The tart was covered in a very tasty sweet sauce accompanied by a small sized scoop of vanilla ice cream. Overall the service was attentive, and the food well prepared. A nice way to have dinner with good friends.

Chez Philippe has been on my radar for a sometime now and honestly the wait was worth the wait. Upon arriving our party was immediately seated partly due to being the beginning of the month and most people have rent/mortgage to pay. So dining out at the beginning of the month is ideal for quality time with friends without the crowds. Started the dinner with escargot baby leaf salad which was balanced in flavors. Bread was served swiftly and the only beer on the menu was a prefect opening to a fantastic meal. The special of the day beef Bolognese was super flavorful and the sauce was perfectly balanced. A total must have and worth returning in the future.

IMHO What a lovely surprise, Chez Philippe is! A stranger on the street recommended Chez Philippe to us last week, and thankfully I was able to visit a few days ago. The restaurant was bustling when we arrived, and I was happy there was room for us in the back room! Dina seated us and Philippe took our order! Both were genuinely friendly and gracious! The back room is bright and beautifully decorated with a pink flowery wall. The TV screen over the credenza has a view of the Eiffel Tower! We ordered the salmon special, $35 and the Croque Monsieur, $19. Both were fantastic yet we were still able to bring home leftovers. I look forward to returning to Chez Philippe again soon!