ROOH Palo Alto

Name: ROOH Palo Alto
Address: 473 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA, United States, 94301
Telephone: (650) 800-7090
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.1

4.1 (296)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Indian

473 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions

ROOH Palo Alto explores open fire cooking in combination with regional flavors. A style of cooking that lends incredible complexity to the simplest of flavors.Wood fired cooking is a cornerstone of Indian food preparations and Chef Sujan Sarkar delves into the exploration of what is already well known, familiar but bringing it into the contemporary world. Offering a taste and appreciation for India, all of India, capturing the beautiful intricacies of its diversity for a unique communal dining experience.
ROOH’s mixology team has created 9 brand new seasonal cocktails based on Ayurveda and its six tastes, or rasas The conceptual cocktails infuse the signature smokiness of the wood fired grill and the story telling culture of India. Californian ingredients shine through, as the cocktails evoke the spirit of different Indian cities with their regional inspired names

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Indian, Indian, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(650) 800-7090
Website
https://www.roohrestaurants.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Sujan Sarkar
Private party facilities
We are pleased to offer an exclusive dining experience for any kind of large gathering from 10 to 110 guests. Chef Sujan and his team are happy to craft a personalized menu for you and your guests.

Location
473 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Neighborhood
Palo Alto
Cross street
Between Kipling Street and Cowper Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

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Ayurveda Inspired Cocktails - Taste or Rasa has a special significance in Ayurveda as it is not only an instrument that governs how we experience our food, but the overall flavor of our existence. According to ancient Ayurvedic wisdom, the six rasas, sweet, sour, salty, bitter, pungent and astringent help achieve a balance of body, mind and spirit. At ROOH we have created a menu featuring 9 distinctive new world cocktails that are inspired by these rasas. All of our cocktails are created with a blend of unique Indian ingredients, spices, fresh shrubs and artisanal spirits

Cocktails

$15

Khub Bhalo (Astringent)
Bourbon, Smoked Pineapple, Mango, Ginger
Jugaad (Astringent)
Mezcal, Pickled Raspberry, Centrifuge
Bood-Buck (Salty)
Tequila, Grapefruit, Black Lemon Salt
Kai Po Che (Sour)
Gin, Green Chickpea, Cucumber, Egg White
Kaam Bhari (Sour)
Pisco, Raw Mango Shrub, Turmeric, Egg White
Whistle Podu (Pungent)
Vodka, Honey, Smoked Rasam
Pathrao (Bitter)
Paul John Whiskey, Smoked Chorizo Butter, Orange Bitters
Kir-Kiri (Bitter)
Gin Campari, Barolo Chinato, Smoked Barrel Aged
Adi-Polly (Sweet)
Dark Rum, Roasted Almond Milk, Kappi, Milkmaid

What 296 people are saying

ROOH Palo Alto 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

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.2Service
4.3Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Peninsula
Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

ROOH Palo Alto impresses with its "truly exceptional" fusion of Indian flavors and creative presentations. Guests rave about the "great ambience," "amazing taste," and "fantastic service." Standout dishes include the "dal pakwaan cannolis" and "soyrizo tofu korma." While some feedback mentions noise levels and service inconsistencies, the overall dining experience remains highly recommended.

296 Reviews

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Bismay
San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great experience at Rooh, where we went after a few years. The hostess and server were very attentive, polite and kind. They acknowledged our parents' birthdays and spoke with them so nicely and warmly. Appetizers and drinks were always good at Rooh, but we were impressed with the new options added to the menu now. And the main course didn't disappoint either. Highly recommend the place and definitely coming back again... soon.
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Ajay VIP
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
1.0
Dined on June 18, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
The food was cold and not something I would like to try again. According to my wife we we are not coming to this place again.
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Gaurav
Miami - Dade4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambience and food. Made necessary accommodation when requested.
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Yvonne
San Francisco Bay Area24 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 9, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Over orice and some of the entree are not that good
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Anu VIP
Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The General Manager is very pleasant/personable, and explained the various menu options. Very helpful. She also told us about the family of restaurants, and the various locations. Most of our party of 8 ordered platters, so we can’t comment on majority of the menu
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Jen
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an wonderful dining experience at Rooh. We are not experienced with Indian cuisine and felt welcomed and well introduced to the menu. All the staff were attentive and helpful and recommended wonderful dishes. We will definitely come back!
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Sarah
Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula1 review
5.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is incredible!! Get the chaat and kulcha, you won’t be sorry. Such thoughtful and delicious use of spice and presentation was incredible!
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Soumya
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
2.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
I absolutely love ROOH in San Francisco and have been there many times, so I was excited to try the Palo Alto location while in the South Bay. The menu has some differences, which was a nice surprise - but unfortunately, the experience overall was disappointing. The food lacked flavor and felt quite mediocre, especially considering the high price point. Service was also noticeably slow. For the $$$ you’re spending, there are definitely better Indian restaurants just down the block. I won’t be returning to this location.
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Jim VIP
Detroit / Eastern Michigan10 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 28, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Completely overpriced for what they offer. Would not recommend. Ordered meatball dish, priced at $40 --- terrible taste. Ordered lamb chops dish --- was decent. The hostess came by to ask about our dining experience. We gave her our honest feedback; she talked a lot but did nothing to encourage us to return.
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Leslie
San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambiance was beautiful. The grilled lamb chops, Dal Pakwaan Cannoli, Chili Garlic Prawns and Afghani Chicken Kulcha were delicious. Both the monk mystery and princess treatment cocktails were next level. Our server, Aaron was wonderful. Please try and save room for the Pistachio Cake with rose water ice cream ( made in-house.).
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FAQs

ROOH Palo Alto does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. ROOH Palo Alto also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 800-7090.

ROOH Palo Alto is rated 4.1 stars by 296 OpenTable diners.

ROOH Palo Alto does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

473 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Additional information

Cross street
Between Kipling Street and Cowper Street
Neighborhood
Palo Alto
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Indian, Indian, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Sujan Sarkar
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Website
https://www.roohrestaurants.com/
Phone number
(650) 800-7090
Private party facilities
We are pleased to offer an exclusive dining experience for any kind of large gathering from 10 to 110 guests. Chef Sujan and his team are happy to craft a personalized menu for you and your guests.

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ROOH Palo Alto

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About this restaurant

Additional information

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Menu

Cocktails

Khub Bhalo (Astringent)

Jugaad (Astringent)

Bood-Buck (Salty)

Kai Po Che (Sour)

Kaam Bhari (Sour)

Whistle Podu (Pungent)

Pathrao (Bitter)

Kir-Kiri (Bitter)

Adi-Polly (Sweet)

What 296 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does ROOH Palo Alto offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is ROOH Palo Alto restaurant rated?

Does ROOH Palo Alto offer gift cards?

Is ROOH Palo Alto currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information

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