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1. Parkside Grille
4.7
Exceptional(1958)
$$$$
• Californian • Portola Valley
Booked 29 times today
Discover the rustic charm of our cozy, California restaurant, tucked among the towering redwoods of Portola Valley! Where every dish and drink tells a story, and every gathering is a celebration. Reserve your table now for an unforgettable dining experience filled with warmth and flavor!We proudly use only the highest-quality, organic produce from our local farms to serve you. For a taste of some of our most popular dishes, we recommend our Wood-Oven Baked Goat Cheese and our Asian Angus Skirt Steak.Family-owned & operated since 2000.
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2. Zola + BarZola
4.7
Exceptional(1387)
$$$$
• French • Palo Alto
Booked 41 times today
BarZola offers an elevated cocktail experience complemented by a dinner menu from the Zola kitchen. We feature an array of French and California wines, as well as the best and closest sourced meat and produce of the season.
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3. Sushi Roku - Palo Alto
4.7
Exceptional(123)
$$$$
• Sushi • Palo Alto
Booked 62 times today
Sushi Roku is revolutionizing the culinary scene. A Japanese sushi concept new to Palo Alto, unites the elements of inventive fusion dishes, hip ambiance and trendy cocktails while offering unparalleled hospitality.
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4. Robin Menlo Park
4.8
Exceptional(101)
$$$$
• Japanese Speciality • Menlo Park
Booked 16 times today
Robin Menlo Park is a contemporary Japanese restaurant focused on providing a personalized omakase experience using the most pristine ingredients available from the markets each day. Prices range from $109 to $209 depending on each guests unique preferences. Chef/owner Adam Tortosa (1760, LA's Ink) worked in LA under master sushi chef Katsuya Uechi, but here he's putting his own spin on the fish he prepares. Other reasons to visit: the stylish interior, hip hop soundtrack, and pretty ceramics made by local craftsmen.
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5. Bistro Elan
4.7
Exceptional(113)
$$$$
• French • Palo Alto
Booked 12 times today
Bistro Elan serves French dishes created mainly from ingredients obtained from the local farmers. The cozy interior is ideal for a date night or a small celebratory dinner with friends. The open kitchen offers a homey feel where you can enjoy an apple salad or La Quercia Prosciutto before moving on to an entrée of local Petrale sole or a Sonoma duck leg confit. Bistro Elan offers outside seating. Dine on a pan-seared Scallops or Flat Iron Steak in the open air.Bistro Elan has a modest international wine list that has been carefully chosen to pair well with each dish. Finish the evening meal with a dessert like Coffee ice cream, roasted strawberry ice cream, caramelized Valrhona chocolate mousse or a slice of Almond cake.
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6. Flea Street
4.8
Exceptional(2747)
$$$$
• Farm-to-table • Menlo Park
Booked 24 times today
Flea Street is a romantic hotspot in Menlo Park, known for its sophisticated and inviting ambiance. As one reviewer puts it, 'Love the food, service and ambiance for a nice romantic dinner.' The intimate private dining and beautifully prepared dishes, coupled with a wine list featuring California’s extraordinary vineyards, create a perfect setting for a date night or special occasion. The quiet, cozy atmosphere, paired with the excellent service and unique cocktails, make it a top choice for those seeking a truly memorable dining experience.
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7. St. Michael's Alley
4.8
Exceptional(937)
$$$$
• American • Palo Alto
Booked 22 times today
Established in 1959, owners Jenny Youll and Mike Sabina expanded the once small coffeehouse of St. Michaels Alley into this intimate dining establishment in 2009. The restaurant provides three comfortable spaces for a dinner out with friends, date night, or a complete private event. The main dining room is wood paneled and intimate. The front room / bar area is more casual and social, yet still offers tables with linens and the full menu. The solid wood bar is a favorite dining spot for many of the regulars and locals. A beautiful outdoor patio is most enjoyable on warm summer days and nights as it open to the sky. Enjoy a cocktail at the full bar before venturing into one of the upscale and relaxed dining spaces of St. Michael's Alley.The restaurant is currently offering the Autumn Menu on the Patio as well as takeout, Tuesday through Sunday starting at 5pm.
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8. Amara
4.7
Exceptional(101)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Belmont
Booked 21 times today
Amara is Belmont’s Mediterranean escape.A lush, lantern-lit garden with live trees, a stream, and twinkling lights sets the tone for dinners that linger and brunch that feels like a small vacation. From the team behind Michelin-recognized Rasa and Saffron, Amara pairs Peninsula ease with serious craft.THE FOODHouse-made pita and laffa lead the way. Meze includes green hummus, baba ghanoush, muhammara, and mirza ghasemi. Share plates feature braised octopus, oyster mushroom kebab, and Silk Road eggplant. Mains span whole branzino, Moroccan-spiced half chicken, a 40-oz tomahawk, and roasted lamb rack.THE DRINKSCocktails explore saffron, fig, fennel, ouzo, and cumin smoke, with a deep zero-proof list and wines from California and the Mediterranean.THE FEELSoft light, garden air, a citrus-cedar scent, intuitive service, weekend DJs, Social Hour 4–5 PM, and brunch Wednesday–Sunday.DETAILSEasy access from 280/101, free parking, and private rooms plus a garden for events up to 240.
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9. Ettan - Palo Alto
4.4
Awesome(2026)
$$$$
• Indian • Palo Alto
Booked 95 times today
With highly personal, vibrant dishes from the country’s most decorated Cal-Indian chef, the rustic chic ambiance at Ettan is simultaneously warm, magical and glamorous; without being intimidating. Located in the heart of downtown, every detail from our craft cocktails and wine list to our lush courtyard patio and private dining mezzanine are designed to appeal to a diverse audience whether you are on an intimate date or entertaining for business.
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10. Evvia
4.9
Exceptional(4994)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Palo Alto
Booked 112 times today
Sister restaurant of Kokkari, Evvia has been serving authentic rustic Greek cuisine since 1995. Our fresh fish, savory roasted meats and grilled and roasted vegetables are perked up with a squeeze of lemon, a splash olive oil, and Mediterranean herbs. There is perfection in simplicity.
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  • Gwen
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Nice restaurant underneath the redwoods. You feel like you have gotten away! Easy to park. Service good and food delicious! We had the sole special- excellent. They don’t rush you so time to catch up with friends!
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    Parkside Grille$$$$• Californian• Portola Valley
    •
    4.7
  • MargoGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •27 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Food was delicious and fish was fresh! Excellent service. We will be back.
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    Sushi Roku - Palo Alto$$$$• Sushi• Palo Alto
    •
    4.7
  • Tom and VickiGold
    Greater Boston •33 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    This is an excellent restaurant in all aspects. The way the owners redesigned the indoor part from how it was for the previous restaurants there is so much more light and attractive. The service was flawless, from the friendly professional staff to the little things like having our water glasses refilled before they were ever empty. Every part of our meals was delicious and well presented, from the green humus and pita bread appetizer to my branzino fish (one of the best I've ever had) and my wife's Moroccan spiced chicken to the baclava-and-honey-comb-ice-cream dessert. There is a great Albino wine by the glass. This is a little more expensive than some other local restaurants but the prices are well worth it.
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    Amara$$$$• Mediterranean• Belmont
    •
    4.7
  • LisaGold
    South Carolina •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Interesting menu executed perfectly. Third visit to this delightfully charming restaurant and it is consistently amazing
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    Bistro Elan$$$$• French• Palo Alto
    •
    4.7
  • Leticia
    San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on May 16, 2026
    Delicious food, nice cocktails great service. I recommend it for a special evening.
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    Zola + BarZola$$$$• French• Palo Alto
    •
    4.7

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