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Tai Pan, Palo Alto, CA

Tai Pan

4.3
4.3
737 Reviews
$30 and under
Chinese
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Innovative
In Chinese culture, a Tai-Pan is an individual who shines above all in their field. At Tai-Pan, we believe in the constant pursuit of culinary excellence. From our menu, celebrating Hong Kong-style Cantonese cuisine, to the fine ingredients we use, to our thoughtful preparation and presentation, we strive to deliver an experience befitting a Tai-Pan – one that shines above all else.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Chinese, Dim Sum, Cantonese
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 329-9168
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private dining room that can accommodate 14 - 40 people.
  • Private party contact
    Christopher Chan: (650) 329-9168
  • Neighborhood
    Palo Alto
  • Cross street
    University Ave.
  • Parking details
    There is a 100-space public parking lot adjacent to the restaurant
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 737 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3
4.3 based on all time ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 2.3Value

NoiseModerate

737 Reviews
  1. Bill

    San Francisco

    60 reviews

    4.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2020

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This has always been our favorite “go to” Chinese restaurant, and they didn’t disappoint this time around. We got our requested large round table, and our group on 9 enjoyed sharing the various selections from the lazy Susan. We loved supporting this place during these trying Corona times. Food and service were up to their usual high level. The owner expressed thanks to us for coming out. A most enjoyable evening!!!

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  2. nidhis

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2020

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The restaurant was empty at 8:30. It was strange eating in complete silence and no other guests!

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  3. mabc

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2020

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Enjoyed their dim sum which was pretty good. Good Chinese food!

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  4. Foodie

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We love this place. The food is great, staff is friendly!

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  5. MichelleC

    San Francisco

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very good experience as always at Tai Pan. The restaurant was much emptier than usual - effects of coronavirus suppressing the clientele - so our food arrived even quicker than usual. Service was friendly and attentive. One of our dishes was a little too salty but otherwise all good. The twice cooked honey spare ribs are our favorite dish.

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  6. MDSMD

    Indiana

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 29, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing meal! Every item was perfect. The peking duck was the best we have ever experienced!!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 29, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My point deduction was only because the wonderfully flavored Mongolian beef wasn't at all spicy. Otherwise, the food was delicious!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    68 reviews

    5.0

    68 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service

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  9. Sparkleplenty

    San Francisco

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The quality of food here never disappoints. We always order a few things off of the Dim Sum menu and then a few things off of the regular menu. The food is always delicious. It is not inexpensive. However it is worth the splurge.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2020

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is good, but don’t count on the open table reservation. We made a reservation at 7:30PM, but seated at 8PM.

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FAQs

Tai Pan offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 329-9168.

Tai Pan is rated 4.3 stars by 737 OpenTable diners.

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

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Google Map for Tai Pan

560 Waverley St, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Additional information

  • Cross street
    University Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Palo Alto
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Chinese, Dim Sum, Cantonese
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a 100-space public parking lot adjacent to the restaurant
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (650) 329-9168
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private dining room that can accommodate 14 - 40 people.
  • Private party contact
    Christopher Chan: (650) 329-9168
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