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1. RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Palo Alto

4.4

Awesome(607)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Palo Alto

Booked 198 times today

The RH Rooftop Restaurant is located on the third floor of RH Palo Alto, The Gallery at Stanford. Enjoy a reimagined menu of enduring classics, along with a curated selection of exceptional Champagnes and wines. Dine in a year-round skylit garden escape with heritage olive trees, sparkling chandeliers and a cascading center fountain sculpted of solid Biancone limestone.

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2. Telefèric Barcelona - Palo Alto

4.7

Exceptional(2716)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Palo Alto

Booked 126 times today

Telefèric Barcelona doors were first opened thirty years ago in Barcelona, Spain. Now, our passionate teams in Walnut Creek, Palo Alto, Los Gatos and Los Angeles have grown to include some of the world’s most creative and innovative chefs and mixologists, and are eager to share the Spanish culture and gastronomy with you. Come visit us for a degustation of the Best Spanish Tapas in the Bay, Innovative paellas, and refreshing hand-crafted cocktails. Dare to enjoy a fun and unique dining experience surrounded by Modern European decor and lively ambiance.

3. Evvia

4.8

Exceptional(4754)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Palo Alto

Booked 75 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.

4. Nobu Palo Alto

4.5

Awesome(1655)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Palo Alto

Booked 45 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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5. Meyhouse Palo Alto

4.8

Exceptional(706)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Palo Alto

Booked 51 times today

"Welcome to our home. Meyhouse is a casual place where family and friends get together over a drink, mezes, unique seafood, and grilled delicacies.Our philosophy is unique in many ways. We have an ingredient first approach, which means we handle ingredients as minimally as possible through the cooking process. We source the highest quality ingredients we can find and let them shine. Our recipes are as authentic as possible, no sous vide or modernist cuisine can be found here."

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6. TAVERNA - Palo Alto

4.8

Exceptional(1542)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Palo Alto

Booked 66 times today

For centuries, a taverna has been a neighborhood gathering place where friends can meet to eat, drink and enjoy life. Taverna co-founders Thanasis Pashalidis and Hakan Bala were raised with a shared ethical compass, which the Greeks call "philotimo" or "love of honor". Family and friends are their ingredients of life, and they believe that nutrition, happiness and health are all directly correlated. Both partners have been culturally influenced by the remedies of the old world and incorporate them into the lifestyle of Taverna. Both have an "ethos" that drives them and inspires others to live fully, which they consider the flavor of life's success. They understand that life is to be enjoyed and that time is of the essence. They are aware that every day is a gift. Taverna has been created to make people happy and feel alive.

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7. Sundance The Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(5585)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Palo Alto

Booked 83 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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8. St. Michael's Alley

4.5

Awesome(820)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Palo Alto

Booked 19 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.

9. Ethel's Fancy

4.8

Exceptional(558)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Palo Alto

Booked 27 times today

A hip and fun restaurant with chef's counter dining, serving thoughtful American cuisine, with an emphasis on local seasonal products.Ethel's Fancy is open at 5 PM Tuesday - Saturday.We have a small dining room with a limited amount of reservable tables. We do keep our Bar seats and a table in the restaurant open for people to walk-ins. Walk-ins are on a first come basis. Please do not make multiple reservations with the intention of combining reservations to increase party size.All guests must be present before your party will be seated.To help provide a seamless experience for all our guests, we have allocated 2-hours for your group of 2 to 4 people.

10. Zola + BarZola

4.6

Exceptional(1252)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Palo Alto

Booked 47 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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San Francisco Bay Area •47 reviews
5.0
Dined today
As always, one of if not the best restaurants in Palo Alto and vicinities. The food is excellent and reliably delicious, the service is amazing- on short, the best.
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EvviaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Palo Alto
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5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food was awesome, ambiance was great, traditional and historical flair
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Sundance The SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Palo Alto
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5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I had a phenomenal birthday meal with my family! The staff was extremely friendly and the food was incredible.
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Telefèric Barcelona - Palo AltoPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Palo Alto
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4.7
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Anne
San Francisco Bay Area •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I think it’s only noisy when the roof is closed. The service is lovely and the food is very good. Pretty setting. I love the thoughtfulness that went into the design. I will return
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RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Palo AltoPrice: Very Expensive• American• Palo Alto
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4.4
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PelargoVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •16 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great food and staff but service is always slow here. Thanks!
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