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Dinah's Poolside Restaurant, Palo Alto, CA

Dinah's Poolside Restaurant

4.5 (868)
$30 and under
Californian
4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for brunch
Dinah’s Poolside Restaurant offers indoor and heated outdoor dining in a relaxing environment overlooking the pool. Private dining is also available in our Fireside Room or private Lanai patio.

This casual restaurant is renowned by locals for a hearty breakfast and lunch-time favorites. In the evening, Chef Gerardo Naranjo elevates the experience with steak and seafood classics.

Fresh, seasonal and local. We offer the highest quality cage free eggs, sustainable produce and free range meats sourced locally whenever possible.

For over 55 years we have been serving the Palo Alto area with great service, consistent food, and hand squeezed orange juice!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Limited Dinner Daily 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Gerardo Naranjo
  • Catering
    For detailed catering options, reservations, or to discuss your event needs, you can contact Dinah’s Garden Hotel directly:​<br />Phone: (650) 493-2844<br />Email: info@dinahshotel.com
  • Private party facilities
    The Fireside Room is a semi-private space off the main dining room that seats parties up to 24 people. For larger parties, our enclosed Poolside Patio or outdoor Private Lanai space are ideal for small party receptions and dinners up to 25 people or The Grove - covered outdoor space for up to 50 seated guests.
  • Neighborhood
    Palo Alto
  • Cross street
    Dinahs Court
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Parking
  • Public transit
    The San Antonio CalTrain station is just a five minute drive or 20 minute walk. http://www.caltrain.com/stations/sanantoniostation.html
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Afternoon Tea at Dinah’s Garden Hotel

    $55.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for a timeless Afternoon Tea experience at Dinah’s Garden Hotel. Delight in a beautifully presented three-tier tower featuring: • An assortment of delicate finger sandwiches • Freshly baked scones served with clotted cream and preserves • An array of handcrafted pastries All complemented by a curated selection of fine teas. Make it a Royal Afternoon Tea by adding a glass of Champagne from our thoughtfully chosen list for an extra touch of indulgence. We look forward to welcoming you to this elegant tradition in the heart of our lush garden setting.
    Afternoon Tea at Dinah’s Garden Hotel Photo

Offers

  • 🎶 Live Music Thursdays at Dinah’s! 🎶

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Join us every Thursday evening for live music at Dinah’s Poolside Restaurant! Relax under the stars with your favorite drink in hand and enjoy talented local musicians performing everything from jazz and soul to acoustic classics. 🕗 Every Thursday | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 Dinah’s Poolside Restaurant ✨ No cover charge – just great vibes, food & music! Bring your friends, unwind, and make it a night to remember!

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What 868 people are saying

Dinah's Poolside Restaurant 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Peninsula

    Great for brunch

  • Peninsula

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dinah's Poolside Restaurant offers a "tropical atmosphere" that feels like an oasis, perfect for dining by the pool. Guests appreciate the "beautiful environment," "delicious food," and "friendly staff." Regulars praise the attentive service, particularly from servers like Hugo and Chloe. Specialty drinks are "very special." Ideal for gatherings and special occasions.
868 Reviews
  1. Phyllis

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There were four of us ladies that were celebrating our birthdays. Hugo was wonderful as ever. As was the fish and chips (which we all indulged in)! We were given our time to visit and enjoy the lovely setting. Look forward to returning soon

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  2. Alicia

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on July 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely setting - felt like being in an oasis. Drinks were pretty good, food was just so-so. The fried calamari appetizer was delicious, but fried chicken and salmon main dishes were very under-seasoned. Service was friendly, but a bit inattentive (e.g., no water refills, had to get up to request check after waiting some time). I would go back for the atmosphere and would try different items on the menu.

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  3. Jeffrey

    San Francisco Bay Area14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience eating by the pool on a warm day. Nice folks, good service, but average food

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  4. Catherine

    San Francisco Bay Area13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is a favorite of ours. Its tropical atmosphere is so welcoming. The food is always great and presentation appetizing. The host is very welcoming and Enrique is a great server who is attentive to allergy restrictions. Their specialty drinks are 'very special.' Sipping a margarita with a touch of Grand Marnier by the pool was delightful!

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  5. Rolanda VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love the waiters and the food. Great Place to lunch

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  6. Joan

    San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been consistently impressed with Dinah’s in recent times. It has been here forever for those of us who live in the area, but it has little by little become a better menu, execution and spot to use. The service WAS a bit slow yesterday but a pleasant staff person and a straight forward presentation and good fare were appreciated. Thank you!

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  7. Cory

    Caribbean2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinah's doesn't disappoint!!! I have been here about 8 times over the years when traveling to Palo Alto and have had great meals every time! From service yo flavor, it's always great. Thx!

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  8. Bnea

    California Central Coast3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was really good, and the service was great. The price matched the quality and portion of what we ordered — definitely worth it!

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  9. Nancy VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area103 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Hugo, is delightful. Hugo has an engaging personality and works to make certain all our dining and personal needs are taken care of while immersed in the beautiful setting that is Dinah’s poolside. Dinah’s remains, has it has been for years, a favorite spot to enjoy a delicious meal with family and friends. Thank You!

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  10. Peg VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area19 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on July 2, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was reasonable. The only problem was my friend’s birthday. They had no candles to put in her dessert. I was really disappointed about that.

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FAQs

Dinah's Poolside Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 798-1314.

Dinah's Poolside Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 868 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
11:30 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Dinah's Poolside Restaurant

4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Dinahs Court
  • Neighborhood
    Palo Alto
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Limited Dinner Daily 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Parking
  • Public transit
    The San Antonio CalTrain station is just a five minute drive or 20 minute walk. http://www.caltrain.com/stations/sanantoniostation.html
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Gerardo Naranjo
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    For detailed catering options, reservations, or to discuss your event needs, you can contact Dinah’s Garden Hotel directly:​<br />Phone: (650) 493-2844<br />Email: info@dinahshotel.com
  • Private party facilities
    The Fireside Room is a semi-private space off the main dining room that seats parties up to 24 people. For larger parties, our enclosed Poolside Patio or outdoor Private Lanai space are ideal for small party receptions and dinners up to 25 people or The Grove - covered outdoor space for up to 50 seated guests.
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