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1. Cafe Pro Bono
4.8
Exceptional(1485)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Palo Alto
Booked 14 times today
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!!!
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2. Naschmarkt - Palo Alto
4.7
Exceptional(437)
Price: Expensive
• Austrian • Palo Alto
Booked 16 times today
Since opening in 2022, Naschmarkt has been a family-owned restaurant offering an authentic and unforgettable dining experience. Our mission is to provide high-quality, flavorful dishes in a fun, welcoming atmosphere where great food and great company come together.Named after Vienna’s iconic Naschmarkt, the largest open-air market in Austria, our restaurant celebrates the rich culinary traditions of Austria and its diverse European influences. From hearty German flavors to the delicate tastes of Italy and the bold spices of Hungary and France, every dish at Naschmarkt is a journey through history and culture.Whether you're here for a special occasion or a casual meal, we promise an extraordinary experience that combines Austrian heritage with the warmth of a family-run restaurant. Come for the food, stay for the ambiance – we can’t wait to serve you!
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3. Bistro Elan
4.9
Exceptional(61)
Price: Expensive
• French • Palo Alto
Booked 12 times today
Bistro Elan serves French dishes created mainly from ingredients obtained from the local farmers. The cozy interior is ideal for a date night or a small celebratory dinner with friends. The open kitchen offers a homey feel where you can enjoy an apple salad or La Quercia Prosciutto before moving on to an entrée of local Petrale sole or a Sonoma duck leg confit. Bistro Elan offers outside seating. Dine on a pan-seared Scallops or Flat Iron Steak in the open air.Bistro Elan has a modest international wine list that has been carefully chosen to pair well with each dish. Finish the evening meal with a dessert like Coffee ice cream, roasted strawberry ice cream, caramelized Valrhona chocolate mousse or a slice of Almond cake.
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4. Caffe Riace
4.4
Awesome(286)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Palo Alto
Booked 5 times today
Established in 1997, Caffe Riace, a robust Palo Alto trattoria, offers conviviality, homemade specialties and family-style warmth. Caffe Riace, one of many fine restaurants in the California Avenue area, is family owned and operated and features outdoor dining on it's spacious private piazza. Every dish is made with honest expertise. Caffe Riace is also a popular venue for wedding receptions, business meetings, graduations and other special events. If you’re looking for an intimate dining experience, we offer private dining rooms accommodating up to 40 guests. Our patio can host up to 200 guests and is a wonderful venue for dining experience.
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5. Rara
4.4
Awesome(38)
Price: Moderate
• Nepalese • Palo Alto
Booked 19 times today
Rara, a charming Nepalese restaurant located in Palo Alto, California, derives its name from the breathtaking Rara Lake in Nepal. This enchanting lake, known for its pristine beauty and serene surroundings, serves as an inspiration for our culinary journey.Just as Rara Lake captivates all who visit with its natural allure, our restaurant aims to captivate your senses with the irresistible flavors of Nepal. Our commitment to providing authentic Nepalese food with a modern touch is a tribute to the authenticity and beauty of Rara Lake, and we invite you to experience the harmony of tradition and innovation in every dish we serve. Come dine at Rara and embark on a culinary adventure that carries the spirit and name of Nepal’s stunning Rara Lake.
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6. Anatolian Kitchen
4.5
Awesome(676)
Price: Moderate
• Turkish • Palo Alto
Booked 5 times today
Anatolian Kitchen offers traditional Central/Eastern Turkish cuisine. We are family operated. Our menu choices are prepared directly on site, with a particular emphasis on freshness, and producing the many flavors native to the Anatolian region.Come and observe the performance in our open kitchen, as we prepare fresh bread. We are excited to bring our cuisine to Palo Alto. Many of our customers are international, working here, far from their homes, and have expressed their appreciation for the menu that we offer. Come and enjoy.
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7. Imperial Treasure - Palo Alto
4.4
Awesome(10)
Price: Moderate
• Chinese • Palo Alto
Booked 5 times today
If you wish to make a same-day reservation, kindly call us at 650-656-9597There are different treasures in everyone's heart. It can be a good memory, can be a precious token, it can be a gift, a dish from childhood. When you open the menu, it's like opening a map of China. From Beijing roast duck to Shanghai soup dumplings, Sichuan chicken, food is meant to heal the heart. Whether you go to the north and south of the river, all visitors and guests are welcome. Imperial Treasure will work hard to put passion behind every dish! We look forward to welcoming you soon!
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8. RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Palo Alto
4.5
Awesome(833)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Palo Alto
Booked 154 times today
The RH Rooftop Restaurant is located on the third floor of RH Palo Alto, The Gallery at Stanford. Enjoy a reimagined menu of enduring classics, along with a curated selection of exceptional Champagnes and wines. Dine in a year-round skylit garden escape with heritage olive trees, sparkling chandeliers and a cascading center fountain sculpted of solid Biancone limestone.
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9. Evvia
4.8
Exceptional(4845)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Palo Alto
Booked 94 times today
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.
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10. Sundance The Steakhouse
4.8
Exceptional(5688)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Palo Alto
Booked 64 times today
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.

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