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JOEY Valley Fair
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(192)Santa Clara - 2
RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Palo Alto
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.6(773)Palo Alto - 3
Telefèric Barcelona - Palo Alto
Price: Expensive•Spanish•4.6(2,787)Palo Alto - 4
King's Fish House - San Jose
Price: Moderate•American•4.5(3,161)San Jose - 5
Benihana - Cupertino, CA
Price: Moderate•Japanese•3.9(5,126)Cupertino
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Ettan - Palo Alto
Price: Expensive•Indian•4.5(1,755)Palo Alto - 2
Selby's
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(1,029)Menlo Park - 3
Nobu Palo Alto
Price: Very Expensive•Japanese•4.6(1,715)Palo Alto - 4
Terra - Eataly Silicon Valley
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.3(2,227)Santa Clara - 5
Cucina Venti
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.4(1,598)Mountain View
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The Plumed Horse
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.7(2,624)Saratoga - 2
Zola + BarZola
Price: Expensive•French•4.7(1,279)Palo Alto - 3
Chez TJ
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French•4.7(1,562)Mountain View - 4
Pausa Bar & Cookery
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.7(1,928)San Mateo - 5
The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.8(2,150)Palo Alto
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Evvia
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.8(4,808)Sister restaurant of Kokkari, Evvia has been serving authentic rustic Greek cuisine since 1995. Our fresh fish, savory roasted meats and grilled and roasted vegetables are perked up with a squeeze of lemon, a splash olive oil, and Mediterranean herbs. There is perfection in simplicity.Cafe Pro Bono
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(1,475)Cafe Pro Bono stands as Palo Alto's premier destination for exquisite Italian cuisine. With a legacy spanning over 30 years, we take pride in offering a diverse array of authentic and reasonably priced Italian and European dishes, each crafted with a dedication to freshness that is evident in every bite.
Whether you seek a romantic evening or a casual dinner, our menu features a wide selection of traditional dishes at accesible prices. From beautifully presented appetizers to homemade pastas, daily fresh seafood, quality meats, and indulgent desserts, complemented by expertly crafted cocktails we strive to ensure every visit is a memorable culinary experience.
Consider our Private Event Room for your next rehearsal dinner, birthday celebration, baby shower, family gathering or business meeting. Our full bar offers a variety of cocktails, including alongside domestic and international wines.
We look forward to welcoming you soon to Cafe Pro Bono.
Buon Appetito!!!
Ethel's Fancy
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.8(611)A hip and fun restaurant with chef's counter dining, serving thoughtful American cuisine, with an emphasis on local seasonal products.
Ethel's Fancy is open at 5 PM Tuesday - Saturday.
We will be Closed for our Summer Break from the 29th of June, through July 8th. Reopening July 9th, 5pm. We apologize for any inconvenience.
We have a small dining room with a limited amount of reservable tables. We do keep our Bar seats and a table in the restaurant open for people to walk-ins. Walk-ins are on a first come basis.
Please do not make multiple reservations with the intention of combining reservations to increase party size.
All guests must be present before your party will be seated.
To help provide a seamless experience for all our guests, we have allocated 2-hours for your group of 2 to 4 people.Sundance The Steakhouse
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(5,642)Since its opening in 1974, prime steaks and martinis have never gone out of style at this Palo Alto institution. The atmosphere is very clubby with fireplaces, dark wood, sports memorabilia and plush leather booths tucked into the many nooks throughout the dining room. Famous for their slow-roasted prime rib & hand-cut U.S.D.A Prime Steaks, they also offer fresh seafood, cold water lobster tail & succulent shellfish. The 20 oz. Bone-In Rib eye Steak is the Boss’ Favorite while the Double Cut Filet Mignon runs a close second. Sundance is respected for serving the best food money can buy coupled with value & simplicity – a welcome relief for serious food & steak aficionados. The menu is supported by an award-winning wine list that features over 400 selections focusing on highly allocated Napa Valley Cabernets. Exceptional ratings & numerous restaurant awards rank Sundance the Steakhouse as a true dining destination.
Tacolicious - Palo Alto
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.7(216)Tacolicious is a casual, modern Mexican restaurant with locations in San Francisco and Palo Alto. We source our ingredients responsibly, take our tacos as seriously as our cocktails, and offer a fun sit-down, full-service experience.
Large party of 12 +? Email us at palo_alto_management@tacolicious.com and we'll fit you in. We have outdoor dining, a great private room and do off-site catering. Go to tacolicious.com for more information; catering requests can be sent to events@tacolicious.com.Quattro Restaurant and Bar - Four Seasons Hotel
Price: Moderate•Californian•4.5(1,409)Discover Quattro, a premier seasonal Italian restaurant in Palo Alto located at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley. Blending authentic Italian flavors with California's seasonal ingredients, Quattro delivers a fine dining experience in Palo Alto, CA, ideal for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and indulgent weekend brunch. Whether you're planning a business lunch, a romantic dinner, or meeting friends for brunch, Quattro stands out among Palo Alto downtown restaurants for its welcoming yet upscale ambiance. With a curated California wine list, handcrafted cocktails, and a sleek modern setting, it's a top choice for those exploring the best brunch restaurants Palo Alto has to offer or seeking exceptional dining near Stanford.
Sushi Roku - Palo Alto
Price: Moderate•Sushi•4.7(62)Sushi Roku is revolutionizing the culinary scene. A Japanese sushi concept new to Palo Alto, unites the elements of inventive fusion dishes, hip ambiance and trendy cocktails while offering unparalleled hospitality.Vino Locale - Palo Alto
Price: Expensive•Wine Bar•4.8(111)
Welcome to Vino Locale serving downtown Palo Alto since 2005!
The only Wine Garden & Kitchen in downtown Palo Alto with Nightly Live Music in the back garden!
Check music schedule on our website www.vinolocale.org
Join us for Dinner, Wine and live music in the Vino Garden!
Dog Friendly Patio
Happy Hour (Tue-Sat) 3:00-5:30
Great wines from California and around the world
Wine flights with cheese pairings
Craft beers on tap & beer flights
Nuts and olive flights
Cheese & Charcuterie boards
Extensive Tapas Menu
Dinner Menu
La Boheme - Palo Alto
Price: Moderate•French•4.5(223)La Boheme in Palo Alto is located near the beautiful San Francisco Bay area. With its close proximity to countless attractions and hot spots, it offers a relaxing place to enjoy a quality, upscale meal. The menu features brunch, lunch, dinner and spectacular desserts. For brunch, enjoy omelets, eggs benedict, salads, sandwiches, baked goods and more. Dinner entrees include French classics like grilled duck breast, rabbit in mustard sauce, mussels in garlic white wine sauce, boeuf Bourguignon. La Boheme offers an extensive wine list that includes French reds, whites and roses, as well as sparkling wine selections.
La Boheme offers inside and outdoor dining. Our outdoor patio is covered however it is NOT heated per Fire Department regulations.Bazille - Nordstrom Palo Alto
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(176)Enjoy a delightful dining experience at Nordstrom restaurants, where you can savor chef inspired dishes, using locally sourced and sustainable ingredients. Come and try our signature handcrafted soups, entrees and desserts and pair it with a Nordstrom crafted cocktail, wine or beer. Call (650) 688-2614 to place your order or get delivery via DoorDash or Uber Eats. Thank You.
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- JJenniferCalifornia Central Coast •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoExcellent food, service and ambience! We’ll be back next time in town!More infoEvviaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Palo Alto•4.8
- DDr JVIPNew York City •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoAs always, great place and delicious food. ありがとうございますMore infoNobu Palo AltoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Palo Alto•4.6
- GGiladVIPSan Francisco Bay Area •42 reviews4.0Dined 7 days agoTurkish cuisine is a treasure house of dishes picked up form all over the Ottoman empire though the ages, and is also modernizing. There are very few high quality restaurants for this sort of cuisine. Meyhouse is certainly one of the best I've seen in the US - certainly in Silicon Valley. There are foods that don't get much love here like sweetbreads and liver, but also a great selection of vegetarian/vegan dishes, seafood and grilled meats. There's a good selection of Meze, and it's a good idea to start with a bunch of these, and then move on to a main course. It works better with more people or bigger appetites.More infoMeyhouse Palo AltoPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Palo Alto•4.8
- PPratishSan Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews4.0Dined on Jun 4, 2025Great food, cocktails and ambience! Good dining experience!More infoEttan - Palo AltoPrice: Expensive• Indian• Palo Alto•4.5
- JJanetVIPSan Francisco Bay Area •17 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 3, 2025Service was extraordinary; from making the reservation, and changing it a couple of times, to the table service, to help with cocktail, wine and food choices, to handling three credit cards. We had a wonderful time. Thank you!More infoMacarenaPrice: Expensive• Traditional Spanish• Palo Alto•4.4
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Healthy restaurants located in Palo Alto include True Food Kitchen - Palo Alto, RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Palo Alto and Wildseed Palo Alto
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Palo Alto are True Food Kitchen - Palo Alto, Macarena and Tamarine Restaurant
Bottomless brunch in Palo Alto is available at RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Palo Alto, Dinah's Poolside Restaurant and Macarena
The most romantic restaurant in Palo Alto is RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Palo Alto
Restaurants in Palo Alto with a great view include RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Palo Alto, Dinah's Poolside Restaurant and Nobu Palo Alto
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