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Left Bank Menlo Park, Menlo Park, CA

Left Bank Menlo Park

4.2
4.2
2878 Reviews
$30 and under
French
635 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park, CA 94025

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
Inspired by the birthplace of the original Parisian brasseries along the Left Bank of the Seine River, Left Bank Brasserie is an authentic Parisian-style brasserie by Chef Roland Passot. Left Bank pays homage to the joie
de vivre that is synonymous with the Left Bank neighborhood in Paris. Guests are invited to step into
French culture, in a vibrant, social atmosphere that captures all the charm of traditional brasseries
and iconic alfresco dining of France. An all-day menu features authentic French cuisine utilizing
seasonal, local and organic ingredients, and consists of iconic lighter fare such as oysters, tartare and
prawns provençal, in addition to heartier classics like coq au vin and beef bourguignon. Inspired by the
Parisian-style Bar Américain, an extensive cocktail menu features classics of a bygone era, along with a
wide range of rotating taps, seasonal drafts and bottled beer, and an expertly-curated wine selection.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–8:30 pm Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Our Salles De Amis is a beautiful private mezzanine. You can choose to overlook the main dining room from the balcony, or enclose the room completely with our lush velvet curtains. The sunny yellow walls, warm mahogany accents and vividly colored French posters make this the perfect setting for your occasion. Set up however you wish, the room is large enough for a party of 60, yet intimate enough for a smaller group of 10 or 20. Have a much larger group? We are happy to close the entire restaurant. Contact our Events team at 650.473.6543 or mpevents@leftbank.com
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining at Left Bank Menlo Park’s is ideal for business meetings or presentations, birthday parties cocktail receptions, rehearsal dinners, holiday parties, showers, and any other occasion requiring a lively environment and memorable experience.
  • Private party contact
    Mario Canela: (415) 226-6653
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Menlo Park
  • Cross street
    Doyle
  • Parking details
    Public lots nearby.
  • Public transit
    The Menlo Park CalTrain stop is only two blocks away.The ECR SamTrans is 1 block away.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Live Music (Every 1st & 3rd Fridays of the Month)

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy the winter season with live music in our dining room at Left Bank in Menlo Park! Join us on the first and third Fridays of each month, from 6-8 PM, and wind down your week with relaxing tunes while enjoying friends, family, and of course, fabulous French food! Cheers and see you there!
    Live Music (Every 1st & 3rd Fridays of the Month) Photo
  • Mother's Day 2025

    May 11, 2025 only
    Celebrate Mom at Left Bank Menlo Park with a memorable Mother’s Day brunch in our charming French bistro atmosphere. Enjoy a delicious selection of Mother’s Day specials, alongside our classic menu, all thoughtfully prepared with the finest ingredients. Whether you’re enjoying a leisurely brunch with family or gathering for a beautiful dinner, our attentive staff will ensure your day is filled with love, laughter, and exceptional service. Special Mother’s Day Brunch Additions will be available until 3 PM with our dinner menu and specials served all day. Join us for an unforgettable experience that will make this Mother’s Day truly special. Reserve your table today! MENU ADDITIONS Available Until 3pm LOBSTER BENEDICT 31 Maine Lobster, croissant, poached eggs, hollandaise, roasted potatoes Available All Day DUNGENESS CRAB SALAD 35 Dungeness crab, mango, avocado, cucumber, arugula, honey mango vinaigrette LAMB SHANK 38 Creamy polenta, swiss chard, lamb jus
    Mother's Day 2025 Photo

Private dining

Offers

  • Happy Hour at Left Bank Menlo Park

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:00 AM - 3:45 PM, 3:45 PM - 8:15 PM,Mon - Thu - 11:30 AM - 3:45 PM, 3:45 PM - 8:15 PM,Fri - 11:30 AM - 3:45 PM, 3:45 PM - 8:30 PM,Sat - 11:00 AM - 3:45 PM, 3:45 PM - 8:30 PM
    Happy Hour is the Best Hour! Raise your glass and toast to Happy Hour! Our tasty bites and libations are sure to make your day. Enjoy a delicious spread of Short Rib Poutine, Moules, Calamari Frit, Sliders and more when you visit during Happy Hour, available every day from 3-6 PM at Left Bank Menlo Park. Cheers!

    Happy Hour at Left Bank Menlo Park Photo

What 2,878 people are saying

Left Bank Menlo Park 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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Peninsula

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Left Bank Menlo Park is celebrated for its "great food and service," offering a delightful ambiance perfect for any occasion. Regulars appreciate the "excellent French onion soup" and "fantastic desserts." Despite some mixed reviews on certain dishes, the overall experience is often described as "fun" with live music enhancing the dining atmosphere.

2,878 Reviews
  1. Colin VIP

    Hawaii11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice setting for outdoor dining. Our waitress was excellent. The food quality was quite good but the portion size on the duck a l’orange I ordered was ridiculously small.

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  2. John VIP

    San Francisco10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Left left Bank never disappoint, good menu, good service always a great experience
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for visiting us, John! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Left Bank Menlo Park. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our menu and found our service to be excellent. We always strive to provide our guests with a memorable experience, and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We look forward to serving you again soon.

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  3. David

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food great service very nice ambiance Will be back soon again
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, David! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance at Left Bank Menlo Park. We strive to provide a top-notch dining experience for all our guests. We're already looking forward to your next visit. See you soon!

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  4. Julia

    San Francisco1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was ok... they give you a tiny water glass and don't come by often to fill it unless you request it. Also, for a semi-"nice" restaurant, the bathrooms were poorly maintained - seemed like a public restroom. Also, the basic salad is $15, under-dressed and just a pile of lettuce leaves. This place used to be my special occasion spot, but I wouldn't go back.
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Julia, We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your recent visit didn't meet your expectations. We strive to provide a high-quality experience for all our guests, and it seems we fell short during your visit. We also apologize for the state of our restrooms. We will certainly look into this matter. We hope you'll reconsider and give us another chance to make it right. Best regards, The Management Team at Left Bank Menlo Park

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  5. Robert

    San Francisco11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service and the food was excellent. Brunch specials especially good
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded on April 21, 2025
    Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food and received great service, especially that the brunch specials stood out. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another delicious visit!

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  6. Jerry VIP

    San Francisco104 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful Easter brunch. Always excellent service and delicious meals. Thank you!
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded on April 21, 2025
    Thank you for celebrating Easter with us! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed your brunch and received the excellent service we strive for. Your kind words mean a lot to our team, we look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

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  7. John VIP

    San Francisco19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a very enjoyable Easter Brunch. The food was delicious and the service was excellent.
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded on April 21, 2025
    Thank you for sharing your kind words! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed your Easter Brunch and received excellent service. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  8. Sara

    San Francisco1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Disappointing! The food was just ‘okay’. The risotto was bland, no hint of green garlic, English muffins were hard as rocks, green salad lacked flavor in the dressing, lobster Benedict was weak hollandaise sauce (very bland)- it was as if someone with no taste buds cooked the food. For our group of 9 - we paid over $400 and it was a boring meal, only memorable due to the mediocrity.
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded on April 21, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback. We're truly sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet expectations. We’ve shared your comments with our culinary team to make immediate improvements. We always aim to deliver flavorful, memorable meals, and we regret falling short for your group. We hope to welcome you back for another chance to make it right.

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  9. Gina

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food and service Thank you We will be back
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded on April 21, 2025
    Thank you for the wonderful note! We're so glad to hear you consistently enjoy the food and service. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  10. Lauri VIP

    San Francisco7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a fun night but food was mixed. Salad verte was underdressed and not tossed so mostly felt like eating plain butter lettuce. Beet salad was arugula heavy and very little goat cheese. NY steak was tough and overcooked, I should have sent it back but no one checked on me. On the flip side, everyone raved about the sole and the ravioli Live music was great. We’ll come back but order differently.
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded on April 21, 2025
    Thank you for sharing your experience. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the live music and that the sole and ravioli stood out! However, we’re sorry to hear that the salad and steak didn’t meet your expectations, and we regret that your steak wasn’t checked on. We’ll be addressing these concerns with our team to improve. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back for a better experience next time.

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FAQs

Left Bank Menlo Park offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 473-6543.

Left Bank Menlo Park is rated 4.2 stars by 2878 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Left Bank Menlo Park

635 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park, CA 94025

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Doyle
  • Neighborhood
    Menlo Park
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–8:30 pm Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public lots nearby.
  • Public transit
    The Menlo Park CalTrain stop is only two blocks away.The ECR SamTrans is 1 block away.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Our Salles De Amis is a beautiful private mezzanine. You can choose to overlook the main dining room from the balcony, or enclose the room completely with our lush velvet curtains. The sunny yellow walls, warm mahogany accents and vividly colored French posters make this the perfect setting for your occasion. Set up however you wish, the room is large enough for a party of 60, yet intimate enough for a smaller group of 10 or 20. Have a much larger group? We are happy to close the entire restaurant. Contact our Events team at 650.473.6543 or mpevents@leftbank.com
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining at Left Bank Menlo Park’s is ideal for business meetings or presentations, birthday parties cocktail receptions, rehearsal dinners, holiday parties, showers, and any other occasion requiring a lively environment and memorable experience.
  • Private party contact
    Mario Canela: (415) 226-6653
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