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Menlo Tavern Bar 4pm daily - Menlo Tavern, Menlo Park, CA

Menlo Tavern

4.8 (491)
$31 to $50
American
100 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Enjoy one of our new cocktails and dine on our seasonal menus or cozy up to the fireplace with a glass of wine. 'Smores by the firepits are a continued favorite for all ages!

Daily breakfast and weekend brunch are even more special with friends and family. Treat your favorite client or coworker to lunch or enjoy a romantic dinner with a loved one in the dining room. Come find out why our guests have voted us best American restaurant on the peninsula!

Join us for Tavern Time, our daily Happy Hour from 3-5PM. And don’t forget about holidays! Reservations fill quickly for holiday celebrations, so be sure to plan ahead.

Reservations are available here for groups of up to six guests. For parties of more than 10 guests, please contact the Menlo Tavern directly at (650) 330-2794.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Dining Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Louis Salvatore
  • Catering
    Special dining options for parties of 12 or more. Private spaces available for rent. Large parties up to 80 guests.
  • Private party facilities
    Menlo Tavern’s multiple dining spaces are perfect for parties of all types. Email us at sales@stanfordparkhotel.com and we’ll help you find what you’re looking for.
  • Neighborhood
    Menlo Park
  • Cross street
    Sand Hill Road
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Self Parking at Stanford Park Hotel
  • Public transit
    Cal Train - Menlo Park or Palo Alto
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 491 people are saying

Menlo Tavern 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Peninsula

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Menlo Tavern offers a delightful dining experience with its "beautiful outdoor setting" and "wonderful ambiance." Guests praise the "exceptional service" and "outstanding food," with highlights including modified dishes for dietary needs, live music, and a cozy atmosphere. Ideal for date nights, family gatherings, or business meetings, it's a "gem of a place."
672 Reviews
  1. Fumi VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The outdoor setting was beautiful. It was sunny & warm & we were seated at a table under a large parasol. The server was attentive & took extra care to accommodate my friend’s need for avoiding certain ingredients. In fact someone from the kitchen (?) came out for additional details & made a beautifully modified tuna salad. The fried calamari dish was tasty but slightly overcooked. The grilled chicken was perfectly cooked &juicy on the salad; it was generous & delicious. The prices including wine were all reasonable. It is perfect for a date or a family gathering.
    Menlo TavernResponded on June 21, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Fumi! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful time at Menlo Tavern. We're glad to know that our outdoor setting, attentive service, and the special tuna salad added to your experience. We appreciate your kind words about our fried calamari and perfectly cooked chicken dish. We aim to provide a memorable experience for all our guests, and it's great to know we hit the mark with you. We hope to welcome you and your family back soon!

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  2. Julie VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area22 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food and nice atmosphere in the lovely courtyard. However, we would have been happier not to have the music played during dinner. I have hearing issues and the background music detracted from my enjoyment of the evening.

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  3. Karen VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very pleasant on the patio, with great service and good food!
    Menlo TavernResponded on June 19, 2025
    Hey Karen, Thanks so much for your kind words and fantastic ratings! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience on our patio and found our service and food to be top-notch. We always strive to provide our guests with a memorable dining experience, and it's wonderful to know we hit the mark with you. We look forward to welcoming you back to Menlo Tavern soon!

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  4. Dominic

    San Francisco Bay Area26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visit this restaurant regularly for the last 3 weeks, food and service are great.

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  5. Dominic

    San Francisco Bay Area26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have lunch at the garden seating with live music in the background. Service and food were great, we all enjoyed very much. Will come back to try the dinner for Father's Day next week.
    Menlo TavernResponded on June 9, 2025
    Thank you, Dominic, for the fantastic review! We're so glad you enjoyed the patio seating and live music, sounds like the perfect experience. We can’t wait to welcome you back for Father's Day dinner next week!

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  6. Benjamin VIP

    Dallas - Fort Worth5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience as always. Great food and drinks. Fantastic team. Thank you!
    Menlo TavernResponded on June 4, 2025
    Dear Benjamin, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at Menlo Tavern. Your kind words about our food and drinks are greatly appreciated. We're also delighted to know that you had a great time with our team. We look forward to serving you again soon.

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  7. John

    Chicago / Illinois4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot. Will come back whenever I make it to Menlo Park.
    Menlo TavernResponded on June 3, 2025
    Hi John, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Menlo Tavern! It's fantastic to know that you found our spot great and that you plan to return whenever you're in Menlo Park. We're also delighted that you rated us high on food, service, and value. Your kind words truly mean the world to us. We can't wait to welcome you back on your next visit. Thank you again for your kind words and support.

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  8. Fred VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed the outdoor dinnijng and music. Service excellent and food good.
    Menlo TavernResponded on June 19, 2025
    Thank you Fred for sharing your feedback! We are happy to hear that you had a good experience. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  9. Mark

    Phoenix / Arizona2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always exceptional ... ambience, service and most importantly delicious!
    Menlo TavernResponded on May 26, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Mark! We're delighted to hear that you always find our restaurant exceptional, especially in terms of the ambience, service, and delicious food. It's wonderful to know that we're meeting your expectations. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again soon.

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  10. Paul

    San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great band “Midnight Rounds” , great food. Only complaint was the outdoor heater near us didn’t work. Small issue
    Menlo TavernResponded on May 26, 2025
    Hi Paul, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Menlo Tavern. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and Midnight Rounds! We apologize for the inconvenience caused by the heater not working. We understand how this can be a small inconvenience, but we appreciate your feedback as it helps us identify areas where we can improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again soon.

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FAQs

Menlo Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 330-2790.

Menlo Tavern is rated 4.8 stars by 491 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
10:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Google Map for Menlo Tavern

100 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Sand Hill Road
  • Neighborhood
    Menlo Park
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Dining Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Self Parking at Stanford Park Hotel
  • Public transit
    Cal Train - Menlo Park or Palo Alto
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Louis Salvatore
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Special dining options for parties of 12 or more. Private spaces available for rent. Large parties up to 80 guests.
  • Private party facilities
    Menlo Tavern’s multiple dining spaces are perfect for parties of all types. Email us at sales@stanfordparkhotel.com and we’ll help you find what you’re looking for.
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