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1. Nobu Palo Alto
4.6
Exceptional(1632)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Palo Alto
Booked 41 times today
Nobu Restaurants' now classic and seamless blend of Japanese and Peruvian food has officially made it’s way to the Bay Area. Here you may divulge in some of our signature world famous dishes like our Alaskan Black Cod, Yellowtail Sashimi Jalapeño, and Salmon Sashimi New Style just to name of few. Situated at the lobby floor of the Nobu Hotel, Epiphany we offer indoor and outdoor seating right in the heart of Palo Alto. Dine with us, stay with us.
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2. Reposado Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2868)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Palo Alto
Booked 20 times today
Reposado offers a unique experience with exceptional Mexican cuisine which will challenge the imagination and seduce the palate.Born from a rich tradition of regional Mexican specialties and contemporary culinary influences, it promises to be not only memorable but also enjoyable.Please come enjoy a richly satisfying and fun Mexican dining experience.Eat. Drink. Relax
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3. Local Union 271
4.3
Awesome(555)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Palo Alto
Booked 26 times today
We, as a local family owned restaurant, unite local, exceptionally produced, food and drink. We proudly purvey these locally sourced provisions in a comfortable setting that has been hand crafted by local artisans.We strive to create a local experience that is abundantly flavorful, healthy, safe, and enjoyable. We are honest and do the right thing.Local Union 271 is a circle of farms, ranches, dairies, hatcheries, bakeries, fisheries, breweries, and wineries- and a lot more! Our local partnerships are the core of our mission to provide healthy, sustainable, safe, organic ingredients.
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4. MacArthur Park - Palo Alto
4.3
Awesome(1673)
Price: Moderate
• American • Palo Alto
Booked 2 times today
MacArthur Park - An American ExperienceFor decades, MacArthur Park has been about bringing people together around outstanding California BBQ and comfort food in a casual yet elegant setting. You’ll find us nestled in the heart of downtown Palo Alto, and walk back in time in to the simple elegance of a bygone era in a dining room designed by Julia Morgan in 1918. We take traditional BBQ on a ride with the richness of California’s bounty, offering our signature Baby Back Ribs, fresh fish, meats and chicken, steak, unique salads and comfort food using local farm fresh produce. Portions are large, and there is something for every taste including vegan and vegetarian choices. Join us for cocktails and dining on our garden patio, nightly.
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5. San Agus Cocina Urbana & Cocktails
4.6
Exceptional(104)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Palo Alto
Booked 6 times today
Discover San Agus Cocina Urbana & Cocktails, a neighborhood hangout in Palo Alto where friends and strangers come together to enjoy crafted urban street bites, beers, and cocktails. Whether you’re looking for a casual spot to unwind or a vibrant place to connect, our welcoming atmosphere and creative menu make every visit memorable. Don’t forget to ask about our artisanal selection of agave spirits.
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6. Sundance The Steakhouse
4.8
Exceptional(5558)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Palo Alto
Booked 61 times today
Since its opening in 1974, prime steaks and martinis have never gone out of style at this Palo Alto institution. The atmosphere is very clubby with fireplaces, dark wood, sports memorabilia and plush leather booths tucked into the many nooks throughout the dining room. Famous for their slow-roasted prime rib & hand-cut U.S.D.A Prime Steaks, they also offer fresh seafood, cold water lobster tail & succulent shellfish. The 20 oz. Bone-In Rib eye Steak is the Boss’ Favorite while the Double Cut Filet Mignon runs a close second. Sundance is respected for serving the best food money can buy coupled with value & simplicity – a welcome relief for serious food & steak aficionados. The menu is supported by an award-winning wine list that features over 400 selections focusing on highly allocated Napa Valley Cabernets. Exceptional ratings & numerous restaurant awards rank Sundance the Steakhouse as a true dining destination.
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7. Fleming's Steakhouse - Palo Alto
4.4
Awesome(1867)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Palo Alto
Booked 39 times today
Your Palo Alto Fleming's in the Stanford Shopping Center is convenient to Menlo Park, Mountain View, Redwood City and San Jose, with easy access to Highway 101 and the 280 Freeway. Fleming's in Palo Alto is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.
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8. Wildseed Palo Alto
4.7
Exceptional(133)
Price: Moderate
• Vegetarian / Vegan • Palo Alto
Booked 79 times today
At Wildseed, a plant-based restaurant and bar by Adriano Paganini, we believe that eating seasonally is the right thing to do because it makes a difference in the way your food tastes and how you feel. Working exclusively with N California’s freshest and most seasonal produce, Wildseed serves up hearty, healthy and satisfying meals that pull in global flavors and techniques alongside creative cocktails, local beer, and local, vegan, organic and biodynamic wines.Wildseed offers guests a chance to make a better choice – a place where you can feel good about the decisions you are making. With a full-bar that is also driven by the philosophy of using fresh, sustainable and seasonal ingredients in its cocktails, Wildseed is well suited for hosting groups large and small for snacks and drinks at happy hour, or a full meal throughout the day.5% surcharge will be added to all guest checks for employee benefit, including health insurance, commuter benefit, sick days & minimum wage ordinance.
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9. True Food Kitchen - Palo Alto
4.3
Awesome(3591)
Price: Expensive
• American • Palo Alto
Booked 81 times today
True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Palo Alto for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.
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10. Sekoya
4.6
Exceptional(158)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Palo Alto
Booked 9 times today
Sekoya Lounge & Kitchen is now open! We are thrilled to offer a modern American cuisine, while emphasizing flavor profiles of Northern California. We will have a farm to table concept, using local and organic produce, and sustainable seafood. Our kitchen houses a Hibachi Grill, and all of our breads and desserts are house made. Sekoya, pronounced just like “Sequoia,” means just that. Our cuisine, beverage program, and design work together to pay homage to the dynamic location of Palo Alto, while also introducing something new and fresh to the community. The design of Sekoya is meant to evoke an organic, botanical experience inspired directly by the California-native Sequoia and Redwood tree also known as “Palo Alto”.In addition to reserving unique experiences in our Lounge and at our Tree Table, we will also have two private dining rooms: The Pacific Room and The Sekoya Terrace.We look forward to serving you soon!

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  • EvelynVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Delicious food in a nice atmosphere! Loved the GF menu options since one in our party needed that. Also that clean oils are used as we try to avoid seed oils. We like the updates (not sure how recently done) and plan to come back more often.
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    Local Union 271Price: Moderate• Contemporary American• Palo Alto
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    4.3
  • Melissa
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Amazing food! Loved the Yellowtail Jalapeño Sashini. Miso Cod- delicious. Still craving it! Wagyu - so good. I got two ounces - wish I had ordered 3!! The spicy tuna roll- shocking good for a seemingly simple dish. Gracious service. Will definitely go back.
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    Nobu Palo AltoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Palo Alto
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    4.6
  • Mark
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Had the pre fixe Valentine’s dinner. It was a 5 course meal, and the food was quite tasty. We left stuffed. Service was uneven. Long wait times between certain courses and very short between others. My guess is they were short staffed that evening. We left stuffed. Overall, it was an enjoyable dinner, but I just wish the service had been better.
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    MacArthur Park - Palo AltoPrice: Moderate• American• Palo Alto
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    4.3
  • SteveVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •48 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 7 Feb 2025
    Had dinner on a Thursday night and there was a good amount of customers in the restaurant. The food was good, but waiter was not attentive and never came to check on us after we placed our dinner order so we were not able to order another round of cocktails with our meal.
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    Reposado RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Palo Alto
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    4.6
  • TheresaVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 17 Jan 2025
    always a nice place to eat. great margaritas., love that u can choose the spice. good after work spot. seem to be losing customers though. they keep the door open, it was freezing! hope they survive.
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    San Agus Cocina Urbana & CocktailsPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Palo Alto
    •
    4.6

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