Bistro Elan

4.8

40 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

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2 people

1 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Charming

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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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, American, Californian
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(650) 327-0284
Website
http://www.bistroelan.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Barry Stiles

Location
2363 Birch Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Area
Palo Alto
Cross Street
Also public parking lot is located across the street.
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Dog Friendly

What 40 people are saying

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
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bistro Elan offers a "cozy and intimate" dining experience with "amazing food" and "superb staff." Guests rave about its "delicious Swedish Meatballs," "Meyer Lemon ice cream," and "best schnitzel ever." The restaurant's "great wine selection" and "charming neighborhood vibe" make it a "wonderful spot" for any occasion. Reservations recommended.

40 Reviews

E
Eric
VIP
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely great food here. Nice wine list as well. Solid staff. Great go to for a business meal or a romantic evening. Or by yourself when the Wednesday special looks so good you’ve got to have it!
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Mariana
VIP
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Favorite place! I love the ambience. I love the people who work here
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Jeff
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great spot - amazing food and superb staff in a cozy spot, always a wonderful meal whether for a special occasion or just a nice meal out.
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Kathryn
VIP
San Francisco
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Charming neighborhood spot! The desserts were sublime. Will definitely return.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious foods and fantastic service, highly recommended. The restaurant is small so definitely make a reservation.
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Sally
VIP
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious Swedish Meatballs, Salmon Waffle, and Meyer Lemon ice cream. Perfect!
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J
Jeffrey
San Francisco
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very friendly. Great staff. Easy parking. A neighborhood gem
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Sonia
VIP
San Francisco
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Love it here!! One of my favorite places to eat. Food is consistently delicious and fresh! BEST SCHNITZEL EVER. Love the people and service is always fantastic.
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Roy
VIP
San Francisco
110 reviews
5.0
110 reviews
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's such a cozy place in the winter. Nice energy, enthusiastic staff and very good food.
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Hongjun
San Francisco
58 reviews
5.0
58 reviews
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The restaurant is small but warm and cozy. The service was exceptional, and the food was delicious. We particularly enjoyed the olive oil cake that our server recommended.
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FAQs

Bistro Elan offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 327-0284.

Bistro Elan is rated 4.8 stars by 40 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

1 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2363 Birch Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Also public parking lot is located across the street.
Area
Palo Alto
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, American, Californian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Barry Stiles
Additional
Dog Friendly

Website
http://www.bistroelan.com/
Phone number
(650) 327-0284

Bistro Elan

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What 40 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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How is Bistro Elan restaurant rated?

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