Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
Evvia, Palo Alto, CA
Award-winning

Evvia

4.8 (4847)
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
420 Emerson Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 117 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Nikos Maheras
  • Private party facilities
    The restaurant can accommodate large parties. Please call for details.
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Palo Alto
  • Cross street
    Between University and Lytton
  • Parking details
    Valet is available Thursday, Friday and Saturdays during dinner service only.
  • Public transit
    CalTrain - University Avenue
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Ask Concierge
AI Beta

Our AI assistant, Concierge, is here to answer your questions about this restaurant.

What 4,847 people are saying

Evvia reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Mediterranean

  • Peninsula

    Best Ambiance

  • Peninsula

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Evvia in Palo Alto offers an extraordinary Greek dining experience with "authentic flavors" and "high-quality ingredients." Guests rave about their lamb dishes and appetizers, such as octopus and spanakopita. The atmosphere is "warm and welcoming," complemented by "exceptional service." It's a perfect spot for special occasions and memorable meals.
4,847 Reviews
  1. Eric

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Was a nice way to end the week with a nice dinner for 2.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Sheila

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been wanting to come here for a long time. We are so glad we finally experienced the amazing food and service. We will be definitely coming back here again!!

    Is this helpful?

  3. Jack

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great place, great people and nothing comes close!

    Is this helpful?

  4. Ted VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good, not incredible. Food was not as good as I remember from a few years ago. It’s shifting from pure Greek towards a generic continental cuisine.

    Is this helpful?

  5. Soheil

    California Central Coast17 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Evvia has incredible appetizers but the main dishes are subpar and lack flavor. If I dine here again, I will only order appetizers.

    Is this helpful?

  6. Stephen

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waiter was outstanding. Great service and table presence

    Is this helpful?

  7. Atreyi VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. We celebrated my husband’s birthday here. Kid friendly environment.

    Is this helpful?

  8. Carolina

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It never disappoints! One of the best restaurants in Palo Alto. Their lamb chunk service was impeccable. Just very good overall. Their lamb chunk is the BEST! Great fish, i usually get the branzino. Their dessert is unforgettable too, pastry with filling and ice cream

    Is this helpful?

  9. Marta VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area241 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always Evvia creates a splendid menu, service, environment and talented chef. My lunch experirnce was fabulous on every level: from.the greeter to the waiter...friendly, sincerely interested in the customer's satisfaction.

    Is this helpful?

  10. Patricia VIP

    London31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A wonderful meal with excellent service…..a little candle on the dessert we ordered was a fun and happy ending to a great birthday meal…..but….how did they know that I was 93.?!!

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Evvia is rated 4.8 stars by 4847 OpenTable diners.

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

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. San Francisco Bay Area
  4. Peninsula
  5. Palo Alto

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 117 times today
Google Map for Evvia

420 Emerson Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    Between University and Lytton
  • Neighborhood
    Palo Alto
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet is available Thursday, Friday and Saturdays during dinner service only.
  • Public transit
    CalTrain - University Avenue
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Nikos Maheras
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Businesses
  • Restaurant Management Solutions
  • Restaurant Reservation Software
  • Restaurant Marketing Software
  • Restaurant Event Software
  • OpenTable For Restaurants
  • OpenTable For Restaurant Groups
  • Restaurant Resources
  • OpenTable Pricing & Plans
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information
  • Accessibility Statement
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2025 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo