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Palo Alto - Telefèric Barcelona - Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA

Telefèric Barcelona - Palo Alto

4.6
4.6
2712 Reviews
$31 to $50
Spanish

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 126 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
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.
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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Contemporary European, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Thu 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
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Experiences

  • El Born

    $55.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience the heart of Barcelona with a variety of classic tapas, perfect for a memorable lunch. A delightful selection of tapas like Crab Croquetas, Bravas, Cali-flower and Empanadas, followed by the traditional Paella Mixta with pork, chicken, shrimp, and octopus. Finish with delicious Churros con Nutella for dessert. Available for lunch only on weekdays, at $55 per person. The kids' menu is available for children up to 12 years old and is optional, ensuring a flexible dining experience for families. For $45 per child, the kids' menu includes a variety of kid-friendly dishes: ham croquetas, patatas bravas, mac & cheese, empanadas, and churros. If you choose to reserve and enjoy "El Born", an events manager will reach out to confirm your event details. Please let us know in the reservation comments how many guests in your party will be kids. Drinks, service charge and taxes not included.
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  • La Boquería

    $65.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience the heart of Barcelona with a curated selection of nine exquisite tapas and a dessert, bringing the best flavors of Spain to your table. A delightful selection of tapas like Ham Croquetas, Bravas, Pan con Tomate, Bruselas, Empanadas, Tuna Tacos, Tomato Carpaccio, Pulpo, and Spanish Meatballs, followed by delicious Churros con Nutella for dessert. This new offering is priced at $65 per person, with the option to add one drink for an extra $10 per person. Included drinks: Sangrías, House Wine, House Beer, and Soft Drinks (mocktails, cocktails, coffee, and tea are not included). The kids' menu is available for children up to 12 years old and is optional, ensuring a flexible dining experience for families. For $45 per child, the kids' menu includes a variety of kid-friendly dishes: ham croquetas, patatas bravas, mac & cheese, empanadas, and churros. If you choose to reserve and enjoy "La Boquería", an events manager will reach out to confirm your event details. Please let us know in the reservation comments how many guests in your party will be kids. Drinks, service charge and taxes not included.
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  • Diagonal

    $75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a fusion of vibrant flavors and traditional Spanish dishes with tapas and a choice between two luxurious Paellas. Perfect for a gathering that seeks an elevated experience with a modern twist. Tuna Tacos, Pulpo, Crab Croquetas, Bravas, Cali-Flower and Empanadas, paired with a classic Paella Mixta, Paella de Verduras or Paella Negra. Indulge in Churros con Nutella for dessert, all for $75 per person. The kids' menu is available for children up to 12 years old and is optional, ensuring a flexible dining experience for families. For $45 per child, the kids' menu includes a variety of kid-friendly dishes: ham croquetas, patatas bravas, mac & cheese, empanadas, and churros. If you choose to reserve and enjoy the "Diagonal", an events manager will reach out to confirm your event details. Please let us know in the reservation comments how many guests in your party will be kids. Drinks, service charge and taxes not included.
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What 2,712 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

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    Spanish

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Telefèric Barcelona in Palo Alto offers a vibrant dining experience with "excellent and authentic Spanish food," including standout dishes like "tuna tacos" and "Iberico pork paella." The atmosphere is lively, though sometimes noisy, and service is generally attentive. While prices are on the higher side, the flavorful tapas and impeccable service make it "worthwhile" for special occasions.

2,712 Reviews
  1. Erin VIP

    San Francisco71 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was lively, and busy for a Monday night, but not hard to have a conversation. The food was delicious, and well sized for the two of us. Friendly service, that was not intrusive, and it was ideal.

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  2. Toni VIP

    San Francisco11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food is great, it so pricey. However, server was not able to check in from time to time for our needs. We need to call a server to call our server,
    Telefèric Barcelona - Palo AltoResponded 1 day ago
    Hola Toni! Thank you for taking the time to review your experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food, but we're sorry to hear that you found our pricing to be a bit steep and that you felt the service could be improved. We strive to provide excellent service to all our guests and we'll certainly take your feedback into account. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again soon. Muchas gracias!

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  3. Dan VIP

    San Francisco27 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very trendy hot spot. Certainly reminded me of the meals we had in Barcelona.
    Telefèric Barcelona - Palo AltoResponded 3 days ago
    Hola Dan! Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to know that our restaurant reminded you of your meals in Barcelona. We're always striving to create a unique and trendy atmosphere for our guests, and we're glad to hear that we've succeeded in your visit. Your ratings on food, service, and value are greatly appreciated. We noticed that you rated us a bit lower on value. We always aim to provide the best quality and experience, and we'll take your feedback into account. Looking forward to your next visit! Muchas gracias!

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  4. Melrose

    San Francisco18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have eaten at Telefèric Barcelona several times over several years. The atmosphere is fun, and the food is nicely done. Some of it is more “Barcelona-style” than authentic Barcelona, but we’re in California so that’s ok. If you have enough people order the paella.
    Telefèric Barcelona - Palo AltoResponded 3 days ago
    Hola Melrose! We truly appreciate your feedback and kind words. Although we try our best to recreate an authentic Barcelona dining experience, we know there's still room for improvement, so we appreciate your comments and we'll keep working on ways to get better! We're glad you enjoyed our atmosphere and food and thank you so much for recommending our paella! We look forward to having you back soon! Muchas gracias!

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  5. Zachary VIP

    San Francisco11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I have a lot of Spanish friends who are purists and are rightfully appalled by the over-complicating and over-pricing of tapas served here. That being said: the food is excellent (albeit rich) and the service and vibes are great.
    Telefèric Barcelona - Palo AltoResponded 5 days ago
    Hola Zachary, We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our food and service at our restaurant. Your comments about our tapas being over-complicated and over-priced are noted and we'll certainly review our pricing. We're thrilled that our unique vibes added to your positive experience. We truly appreciate your feedback! Thank you for choosing Telefèric Barcelona, we look forward to welcoming you and your Spanish friends back soon! Gracias!

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  6. caroline VIP

    San Francisco17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Warm welcome. Excellent service, knowledgeable help on our food and beverage choices. Excellent tasty paella, fun flight of sangria, lively vibe with happy people all around us. We came to celebrate our wedding anniversary It was the best choice of restaurant we could have made, it is one of our very favorite places here in Palo Alto.
    Telefèric Barcelona - Palo AltoResponded 7 days ago
    Hola Caroline! Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful anniversary celebration with us. It's great to know that you enjoyed our sangria, paella, and service. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us, for we strive to create a lively and enjoyable atmosphere for our guests, so we're glad to hear we succeeded. We can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable dining experience! Muchas gracias :)

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  7. Kirk VIP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Very good food and drinks. Bit pricey. Loud noise, and kind of dim. Bathroom is run down. Quick service.
    Telefèric Barcelona - Palo AltoResponded on March 3, 2025
    Hola Kirk! Thank you so much for your feedback, we truly appreciate your good comments about our food and service :) Thank you as well for pointing out our bathroom situation, we'll make sure to keep an eye on it more often and keep it clean at all times! Hopefully we can host you again soon and give you a better experience. Muchas gracias!

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  8. sandra VIP

    San Francisco280 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    There were four of us and we ordered tapas, really good , we had the Iberian ham, too fatty. Churros were yum
    Telefèric Barcelona - Palo AltoResponded 7 days ago
    Hola Sandra! We really appreciate your positive comments, we are thrilled to know you had a good experience and we hope to host you again soon! Muchas gracias!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Had one of the best food experiences! Lively atmosphere, great Spanish music and the food and drinks were amazing. Sangria is a must, as well as the meat kabobs, and trio dessert sampler !
    Telefèric Barcelona - Palo AltoResponded 7 days ago
    Hola!! Thank you so much for your comments! We try our hardest to bring a piece of Spain to the US, so it makes us really proud to hear you enjoyed our ambiance and our products. Sangría is a must, indeed! Hopefully we'll have you back soon in our restaurant! Muchas gracias!

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  10. Lucey

    San Francisco25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed the unusual Gin and Tonics, chose 5 tapas for lunch for the two of us. Ham croquette, Paella Bomb, Chicken Empanadas, Beef skewer. We indulged in the Flan. All in all, a pricey lunch which was good value for the money!
    Telefèric Barcelona - Palo AltoResponded on February 27, 2025
    Hola Lucey, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our unique Gin and Tonics, our tapas for lunch, and the Flan. We believe in offering high-quality meals at reasonable prices, and we're glad you found it good value for your money. We truly appreciate your feedback! Thank you for choosing Telefèric Barcelona, we can't wait to welcome you back soon! Gracias!

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FAQs

Telefèric Barcelona - Palo Alto offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (657) 366-4103.

Telefèric Barcelona - Palo Alto is rated 4.6 stars by 2712 OpenTable diners.

Telefèric Barcelona - Palo Alto does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 126 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Telefèric Barcelona - Palo Alto

855 El Camino Real Ste 130, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Contemporary European, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Thu 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
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