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1. Cascal
4.7
Exceptional(4416)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Mountain View
Booked 33 times today
Serving spirited Pan-Latin cuisine, Cascal is a place to meet and linger with friends over enticing foods with bold flavors and personality from Spain and Latin-America. From Paellas to Ceviches to Cuban Pork, we have options for everyone. There vegetarian and vegan options available as well. We have indoor and patio dining available. Happy hour Tuesday to Sunday from 3:30-6pm. Live music on Fridays and Saturdays from 7:30 to 10pm. Reservations are encouraged. Online ordering and gift cards available at www.cascalmv.comCelebrate your special occasion or event with us, easy hassle-free booking and menus available for your convenience. Catering is also available with delivery and chef on-site options. Go to www.cascalmv.com for more information.
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2. Eylan
4.4
Awesome(139)
Price: Very Expensive
• Indian • Menlo Park
Booked 47 times today
From Chef Srijith Gopinathan and restaurateur Ayesha Thapar, the creators of Ettan, Copra and Little Blue Door, Eylan offers seasonally-driven Cal-Indian cuisine centered around a wood-fired grill, with thoughtfully sourced produce and a variety of proteins cooked over the embers and served alongside clever riffs on traditional breads from different regions of India. The bar program by West-Bev and Christopher Longoria draws upon the kaleidoscope of ingredients and techniques that make up global cocktail culture, while also taking inspiration from the culinary traditions of India. Wine director Andre Sydnor's program offers depth in classic regions like Burgundy, Champagne, Piedmont, and California, offering a variety of options for casual wine lovers while including more exclusive selections for serious oenophiles.
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3. Macarena
4.5
Awesome(72)
Price: Expensive
• Traditional Spanish • Palo Alto
Booked 80 times today
The Art of Celebration in Palo AltoMacarena is more than a restaurant—it’s a celebration of Spain’s soul, brought to life in Palo Alto. Inspired by timeless recipes passed down through generations, every dish reflects the classic traditions of Spanish cuisine, with no shortcuts and no reinterpretations—just comfort food as it’s meant to be.Here, bold flavors meet time-honored techniques. From hearty paellas to vibrant tapas, every plate is crafted with care, honoring the traditions and culture that define Spanish cooking.In our elegant and inviting space, time slows down. Laughter flows, glasses clink, and meals are savored, creating moments that feel both intimate and unforgettable.At Macarena, we don’t just serve food—we share stories, honor history, and invite you to experience the timeless beauty of tradition and culture.​​Opening End of February 2025
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4. Reposado Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2868)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Palo Alto
Booked 30 times today
Reposado offers a unique experience with exceptional Mexican cuisine which will challenge the imagination and seduce the palate.Born from a rich tradition of regional Mexican specialties and contemporary culinary influences, it promises to be not only memorable but also enjoyable.Please come enjoy a richly satisfying and fun Mexican dining experience.Eat. Drink. Relax
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5. CAMPER
4.8
Exceptional(884)
Price: Moderate
• Farm-to-table • Menlo Park
Booked 23 times today
Nestled in Menlo Park, Camper invites you to a culinary adventure led by Chef Greg Kuzia-Carmel, a Michelin-starred talent. Experience a vibrant atmosphere filled with natural light and rustic charm, perfect for enjoying California's seasonal bounty. The menu highlights fresh, local ingredients with hand-cut pastas, succulent roast chicken, and vegetable-centric dishes. Each plate is crafted to let natural flavors shine, whether you're indulging in a grilled Wagyu cheeseburger or creamy Dungeness crab spaghetti. Vegan and gluten-free options ensure everyone can find something delightful. Camper also features an extensive wine list and handcrafted cocktails, enhancing your dining experience. Discover Camper, where California flavors come to life and warm hospitality awaits.
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6. Wildseed Palo Alto
4.6
Exceptional(164)
Price: Moderate
• Vegetarian / Vegan • Palo Alto
Booked 69 times today
At Wildseed, a plant-based restaurant and bar by Adriano Paganini, we believe that eating seasonally is the right thing to do because it makes a difference in the way your food tastes and how you feel. Working exclusively with N California’s freshest and most seasonal produce, Wildseed serves up hearty, healthy and satisfying meals that pull in global flavors and techniques alongside creative cocktails, local beer, and local, vegan, organic and biodynamic wines.Wildseed offers guests a chance to make a better choice – a place where you can feel good about the decisions you are making. With a full-bar that is also driven by the philosophy of using fresh, sustainable and seasonal ingredients in its cocktails, Wildseed is well suited for hosting groups large and small for snacks and drinks at happy hour, or a full meal throughout the day.4% surcharge will be added to all guest checks for employee benefit, including health insurance, commuter benefit, sick days & minimum wage ordinance.
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7. Local Union 271
4.5
Awesome(568)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Palo Alto
Booked 29 times today
We, as a local family owned restaurant, unite local, exceptionally produced, food and drink. We proudly purvey these locally sourced provisions in a comfortable setting that has been hand crafted by local artisans.We strive to create a local experience that is abundantly flavorful, healthy, safe, and enjoyable. We are honest and do the right thing.Local Union 271 is a circle of farms, ranches, dairies, hatcheries, bakeries, fisheries, breweries, and wineries- and a lot more! Our local partnerships are the core of our mission to provide healthy, sustainable, safe, organic ingredients.
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8. True Food Kitchen - Palo Alto
4.3
Awesome(3627)
Price: Expensive
• American • Palo Alto
Booked 53 times today
True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Palo Alto for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.
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9. Osteria
4.6
Exceptional(1427)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Palo Alto
Booked 16 times today
Our vision is to insure a quality dining every time you eat with us. Osteria's purpose is to provide 'Culinary Contentment.' Whether you are choosing to enjoy an Osteria meal at home, your business via delivery, or in our dinning room, it is our pleasure to assist you. We believe in preparing fresh, whole food, as an essential to our customer's well-being. We are focused at providing you, our family and friends, with a traditional Tuscan cuisine, which pleases the palate is healthy, and progressive. Whether you are gathering with family, friends, co-workers, or entertaining clients, we happily offer our assistance. It is a privilege to serve you, grazie!
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10. Clark's Oyster Bar- Menlo Park
new
4.6
Exceptional(9)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Menlo Park
Booked 65 times today
Clark’s Menlo Park is a stylish all-day restaurant celebrating coastal American classics spanning from New England to California. In addition to its flagship menu of oysters and raw bar, a signature burger, daily catch specials, lobster rolls, chowder and refreshing crudo, this California location features seasonal bounty from the Pacific Ocean. The wine list highlights California classics alongside French whites and reds primarily from Burgundy and the Loire. Clark’s signature martinis and cocktails are always available.

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  • PatriciaVIP
    Phoenix / Arizona •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    It was so much fun ! Zoltan was amazing 🤩 he is from Barcelona and made our experience amazing. Love the vibe of the place Patricia
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    MacarenaPrice: Expensive• Traditional Spanish• Palo Alto
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    4.5
  • HariVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •24 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Wonderfully curated....every bite is satisfying, be it the Chilled grape chaas, the Trumpet mushrooms or the Tomatillo butter chicken ! Can't wait to go in again,
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    EylanPrice: Very Expensive• Indian• Menlo Park
    •
    4.4
  • susan
    San Francisco Bay Area •58 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Four of us went for a late lunch yesterday and had a fantastic meal. Every dish (and there were lots of them!) was delicious! Fried olives, white-fish ceviche, paella Cascal, arroz nero, cauliflower, and corn were all fabulous. Pisco sour and two types of sangria were great accompaniments. The tres leches cake was very good and the Basque cheesecake was really wonderful. We were there after most of the lunch crowd had departed so it was quiet. Service was really great. Can't wait to go back!
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    CascalPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• Mountain View
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    4.7
  • Terese
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Lovely restaurant, beautiful tases and interesting meals......creative and delicious.
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    Reposado RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Palo Alto
    •
    4.6
  • StevenPVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 19, 2025
    We ate at the bar. Delicious creative food, and attentive service. The buratta and squid salad were delicious!
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    CAMPERPrice: Moderate• Farm-to-table• Menlo Park
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    4.8

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