This was not fine dining. It was the food you'd get in a dining room of a second-rate hotel pretending to more than it is. Avoid at all costs.

If John Bentley's was half as expensive, I would say it was okay. But given the high prices, it was awuful.

The ambiance is plain weird: a combination of bizzare, gothic, and homey. Two tables are only a couple of feet from the door, which means you sit a couple feet away from the draft and people waiting to be seated. And those people ...

Dine at John Bentley's and you'll be happily surprised that its somewhat random location lends you to a quiet, romantic evening with attentive staff and delicious details in the dishes. I loved all my options as a vegetarian and I recommend this restaurant to anyone who eats meat. No gloppy sauces, just the right amounts of dressing. I look forward to having an excuse to eat out in style there again!

Despite co-ownership, Bentley's "El Camino" and Bentley's "Woodside" have very different atmospheres. El Camino has the subtle 50's decor bar and the central location. Woodside has the fireplace and the "Portola Valley" dress code.

To give the kitchens some credit, he food at both locations is ...

John Bentley's is a great place for a delicious meal in an elegant but casual environment. Food was delicious -- great steaks, tasty seafood, and excellent dessert. It was our first visit, and we'll definitely be back.