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JOEY Valley Fair
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(282)Santa Clara - 2
RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Palo Alto
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.6(808)Palo Alto - 3
Telefèric Barcelona - Palo Alto
Price: Expensive•Spanish•4.6(2,800)Palo Alto - 4
Evvia
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.8(4,836)Palo Alto - 5
Valley Goat
Price: Moderate•Californian•4.6(43)San Jose
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Yeobo, Darling
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary Asian•4.7(16)Menlo Park - 2
Selby's
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(1,041)Menlo Park - 3
Eylan
Price: Very Expensive•Indian•4.5(204)Menlo Park - 4
The Plumed Horse
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.7(2,630)Saratoga - 5
Nobu Palo Alto
Price: Very Expensive•Japanese•4.6(1,733)Palo Alto
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Pausa Bar & Cookery
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.7(1,937)San Mateo - 2
Chez TJ
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French•4.7(1,570)Mountain View - 3
Cucina Venti
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.6(1,609)Mountain View - 4
Sushi Shin - Redwood City
Price: Very Expensive•Sushi•4.9(37)Redwood City - 5
Zola + BarZola
Price: Expensive•French•4.6(1,289)Palo Alto
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INDO Restaurant & Lounge
Price: Expensive•Asian•4.8(1,156)INDO Restaurant & Lounge is conveniently located in the heart of Silicon Valley. Our culinary vision is of two goals to introduce authentic Indonesian dishes lead by Indonesian native Chef DeCuisine Diana Anwar and offer interpretations of California/French cooking methods via a collaboration between Executive Chef Tommy & Chef Deanna. Our lounge offers craft cocktails made with fresh juices and premium spirits while also showcasing a unique international wine list.Vino Locale - Palo Alto
Price: Expensive•Wine Bar•4.9(113)
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
Tamarine Restaurant
Price: Expensive•Vietnamese•4.8(1,886)Embark on a culinary journey through Southeast Asia at Tamarine. Nestled in the heart of Silicon Valley, this upscale restaurant offers a refined take on Vietnamese cuisine, served in a peaceful white-table setting. Helmed by Chef Tammy Huynh, Tamarine's menu features an exquisite selection of entrees, soups, salads and signature dishes cooked with the freshest Asian ingredients.
Get your taste buds racing with some shrimp spring rolls before diving into a delicious entrée of crisp-fried whole Mediterranean striped bass served with a sambal shellfish sauce. Complement it with a specialty cocktail, made using traditional ingredients. Visit the bar between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. and enjoy great Happy Hour discounts. In addition to its elegant dining room, Tamarine also offers semi-private and private dining areas for guests who prefer a little more intimacy or wish to host a company dinner. The restaurant's elegant setting makes it an ideal pick for an after-hours cocktail.Evvia
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.8(4,836)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.
Sundance The Steakhouse
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(5,666)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.Ethel's Fancy
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.8(623)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.
RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Palo Alto
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.6(808)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.Meyhouse Palo Alto
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.8(741)"Welcome to our home. Meyhouse is a casual place where family and friends get together over a drink, mezes, unique seafood, and grilled delicacies.
Our philosophy is unique in many ways. We have an ingredient first approach, which means we handle ingredients as minimally as possible through the cooking process. We source the highest quality ingredients we can find and let them shine. Our recipes are as authentic as possible, no sous vide or modernist cuisine can be found here."
Sumika - Los Altos
Price: Moderate•Japanese•4.8(2)Relish the taste of Japanese cuisine at Sumika Grill. Its calligraphy and warm-colored décor create an atmosphere that makes guests feel as if they are dining in a classic izakaya restaurant in Japan. Customers can choose to sit by the open kitchen and watch food being prepared. Outdoor seating is available as well.
Sumika Grill's menu features kushiyaki (Japanese charcoal grilled skewers) and oyakodon with soft runny eggs over rice, as well as tuna sashimi tempura with sesame soy sauce over rice. There is also salad with miso and tukemono. Some of its main entrées are organic fried chicken cutlet with miso soup and rice, as well as warm udon noodles with vegetable tempura. Visitors can also enjoy Sumika Grill's selection of beers and sakes.Cafe Pro Bono
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(1,481)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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- MMehmetSan Francisco Bay Area •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoAmong the must go places in downtown Palo Alto. Friendly atmosphere and delicious selections.. Thank you.More infoMeyhouse Palo AltoPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Palo Alto•4.8
- TTanyaSan Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoI enjoyed my dinner and the staff was awesome! I would go again.More infoNobu Palo AltoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Palo Alto•4.6
- TTristanVIPSan Diego •8 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoAlways amazing. Food here is so fresh, and traditional. Great atmosphere and staff! Branzino is to die for!!!More infoEvviaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Palo Alto•4.8
- KKathyAtlantic City / South Jersey Shore •19 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoDelicious food in a lovely space. Very pleasant eveningMore infoMacarenaPrice: Expensive• Traditional Spanish• Palo Alto•4.4
- SSherrieVIPSan Francisco Bay Area •17 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 29, 2025Gracious service and delicious food, we will be back!More infoEttan - Palo AltoPrice: Expensive• Indian• Palo Alto•4.5
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Healthy restaurants located in Palo Alto include True Food Kitchen - Palo Alto, RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Palo Alto and Ethel's Fancy
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Palo Alto are True Food Kitchen - Palo Alto, Tamarine Restaurant and Wildseed Palo Alto
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 Caffe Riace
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