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As part of a City of Mountain View mandated renovation and facilities infrastructure upgrade, the American Bistro will remain closed through 2026. Regarding the timeline Shoreline Lake management has received from the City, construction is expected to be completed in one year. This long-deferred work will involve a much needed expansion of the kitchen and additional square footage for indoor dining, along with significant upgrades to utilities infrastructure. In short, all of that work translates to the potential for offering pizzas, soft serve, and house-made ice cream, as well as a greater selection of real French and Classic American pastries, plus the possibility of offering dinner service, and more, upon reopening.
American breakfast & lunch fare with shoreline patio seating & a paddle-boat picnic basket option.
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Address: 3160 N Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View, CA 94043
Phone: (650) 965-1745
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Jacquelyn Pruet
Perfect for what it is. The service here is amazing: thoughtful, kind, and attentive. The variety of food is impressive for a small park bistro, and the quality truly stands out. You can tell the staff cares about both the food and the experience.
The parking here is free and plentiful, which makes visiting easy. A good rule of thumb is that if there is parking available, there will be space for you at the bistro. If the lot is full, the place is packed and it is worth coming back at another time.
My children loved their bagels, and I loved my tuna. We all had a wonderful time sitting by the lake. I have dietary restrictions, and the staff took them seriously without ever making me feel like a burden. My children can be picky eaters, but every request was met with care and attention, as though it was a pleasure to accommodate us.
They wanted us to feel welcome, comfortable, and happy. And we did. In fact, it was some of the best service we had on our entire trip, which made this tiny spot by the lake so memorable.
Most of the time when you eat at a park, you do not expect this level of service or this caliber of food. When I first saw the prices online, I rolled my eyes, but after experiencing it firsthand, I can say they are completely warranted.
An excellent spot. I cannot wait to come back.
… moreThe parking here is free and plentiful, which makes visiting easy. A good rule of thumb is that if there is parking available, there will be space for you at the bistro. If the lot is full, the place is packed and it is worth coming back at another time.
My children loved their bagels, and I loved my tuna. We all had a wonderful time sitting by the lake. I have dietary restrictions, and the staff took them seriously without ever making me feel like a burden. My children can be picky eaters, but every request was met with care and attention, as though it was a pleasure to accommodate us.
They wanted us to feel welcome, comfortable, and happy. And we did. In fact, it was some of the best service we had on our entire trip, which made this tiny spot by the lake so memorable.
Most of the time when you eat at a park, you do not expect this level of service or this caliber of food. When I first saw the prices online, I rolled my eyes, but after experiencing it firsthand, I can say they are completely warranted.
An excellent spot. I cannot wait to come back.
gabeincal
This place honestly never disappoints! I usually take bike rides on the trail and end up grabbing a healthy salad and coffee on the way and the quality of the food always impresses me! Today I’ve got a flan and it was one of the best I’ve ever had! Absolutely recommended!
… moreSohrob H
☕ Coffee & Pastries:
I only had tea during my visit, but they do have a selection of pastries available.
️ Spacious Seating:
The coffee shop offers quite a bit of seating, both indoors and outdoors, which is nice for spreading out and relaxing.
Lakeside Location:
Its location right by Shoreline Lake is a definite plus. It offers a pleasant view and is conveniently next door to the lake rental facilities.
Value:
I found the prices to be slightly on the higher side. While this is somewhat understandable given the prime lakeside location, it feels a bit overpriced for what you get.
Service & Awareness:
This was a notable point of concern. While waiting, the door swung open and hit us, and there was no immediate reaction or apology from any staff member. This lack of awareness and regard for customers was quite disappointing.
Overall:
American Bistro has a great location and ample seating, making it a good spot if you’re looking for a convenient place near Shoreline Lake. However, the slightly high prices and the concerning lack of staff awareness during the door incident made the experience just “okay” for me.
… moreI only had tea during my visit, but they do have a selection of pastries available.
️ Spacious Seating:
The coffee shop offers quite a bit of seating, both indoors and outdoors, which is nice for spreading out and relaxing.
Lakeside Location:
Its location right by Shoreline Lake is a definite plus. It offers a pleasant view and is conveniently next door to the lake rental facilities.
Value:
I found the prices to be slightly on the higher side. While this is somewhat understandable given the prime lakeside location, it feels a bit overpriced for what you get.
Service & Awareness:
This was a notable point of concern. While waiting, the door swung open and hit us, and there was no immediate reaction or apology from any staff member. This lack of awareness and regard for customers was quite disappointing.
Overall:
American Bistro has a great location and ample seating, making it a good spot if you’re looking for a convenient place near Shoreline Lake. However, the slightly high prices and the concerning lack of staff awareness during the door incident made the experience just “okay” for me.
Vadym Pinchuk
The food was decent and perfectly edible, but I came here for more than just a meal — I needed a place to get some work done.
Working here with a view of the lake was an absolute pleasure. The surrounding nature is stunning, peaceful, and truly inspiring. A great spot if you want to combine light work with a beautiful, relaxing environment.
… moreWorking here with a view of the lake was an absolute pleasure. The surrounding nature is stunning, peaceful, and truly inspiring. A great spot if you want to combine light work with a beautiful, relaxing environment.
Humaira H
atmosphere was lovely, there was some workplace having a bbq kind of social event nearby so they were playing fleetwood mac non stop which I adored. the service was lovely. but the bread was rock hard with mine and my friends food like genuinely hurt our gums. BUT the rest of the food was gorg and the service was incredible <333 love from england
… moreM. S.
The location of this restaurant is unbeatable. If you enjoy Lakeview dining, do not miss coming here. The food is delicious.
We came here after a nice boating session on shoreline lake and ordered avocado toast, chicken asian salad and washed it all down with ginger ale.
The staff here is very friendly and welcoming.
There is plenty of free parking on site.
… moreWe came here after a nice boating session on shoreline lake and ordered avocado toast, chicken asian salad and washed it all down with ginger ale.
The staff here is very friendly and welcoming.
There is plenty of free parking on site.
Ashwini J
A cosy cafe with an awesome view and ambience! Just by the lake side.
The food wasn’t great though. We had a turkey club sandwich which was a little dry. Eggs Benedict was good. Chilli scramble wasn’t as tasty either.
… moreThe food wasn’t great though. We had a turkey club sandwich which was a little dry. Eggs Benedict was good. Chilli scramble wasn’t as tasty either.
Alyssa M
Beautiful area to walk around and to sit and look at. That’s the main highlight of this bistro is sitting snd looking at the water and planes fly by.
Food was priced at what you’d expect but the overall taste was not too impressive. My double decker club was average. Meat was a little dry. My friend had Eggs Benedict and one egg was done right and the other was over done. I would recommend the Brussels sprouts with the gochujang sauce, but I think it was seasonal so might not be there if you go. Service was semi friendly taking our order but then they don’t attend to you after that. Regular drip coffee is about $4 (3.75 I think) but no free refills. I’d go back for a coffee and maybe a pastry but might pass on food.
… moreFood was priced at what you’d expect but the overall taste was not too impressive. My double decker club was average. Meat was a little dry. My friend had Eggs Benedict and one egg was done right and the other was over done. I would recommend the Brussels sprouts with the gochujang sauce, but I think it was seasonal so might not be there if you go. Service was semi friendly taking our order but then they don’t attend to you after that. Regular drip coffee is about $4 (3.75 I think) but no free refills. I’d go back for a coffee and maybe a pastry but might pass on food.
Jeff Meyer
A nice spot to have lunch or a drink and watch folks out on the small lake.
My wine country chicken and Brie toasted sandwich was quite good.
Prices seem reasonable given the location.
… moreMy wine country chicken and Brie toasted sandwich was quite good.
Prices seem reasonable given the location.
Virginia Huffman
Great location with a lake view.
We stop by during our bike rides along the Bay Trail
Good cafe menu.
Busy on the weekends and holidays. So to avoid crowds come on other days.
Can be windy. But they have a wind guard up.
Recently added more outdoor tables with umbrellas to accommodate more people.
… moreWe stop by during our bike rides along the Bay Trail
Good cafe menu.
Busy on the weekends and holidays. So to avoid crowds come on other days.
Can be windy. But they have a wind guard up.
Recently added more outdoor tables with umbrellas to accommodate more people.