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True Food Kitchen - Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA

True Food Kitchen - Palo Alto

4.1
4.1
3550 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 60 times today
  • Healthy
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Great for outdoor dining
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 9:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 272-5157
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Pernell Morris
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant for any Catering Inquiries.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether you're hosting a celebration or corporate event, we welcome you to explore True Food Kitchen’s private dining and catering options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Neighborhood
    Palo Alto
  • Cross street
    Stanford Mall next to Bloomingdales
  • Parking details
    Plenty of Free Mall Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,550 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Peninsula

    Healthy

  • Peninsula

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
True Food Kitchen in Palo Alto offers a "healthy and delicious" menu with a focus on fresh ingredients. Guests appreciate the "excellent service" and vibrant ambiance. While some note inconsistencies in service and menu changes, the restaurant remains a popular choice for health-conscious diners seeking innovative dishes and outdoor seating.

3,550 Reviews
  1. Jackie

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Seated immediately. Great service. Love the ancient grains bowl. It’s always a little noisey.
    True Food Kitchen - Palo AltoResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review, Jackie! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the service and ancient grains bowl, and appreciate your feedback about the noise.

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  2. catherine

    London

    22 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Horrible …this restaurant eliminated the cook to order steak, croutons for salad , waitress said side veggies steamed they weren’t , grilled chicken rubbery and then she never brought my glass of wine..
    True Food Kitchen - Palo AltoResponded 4 days ago
    I apologize for the disappointing experience with your meal and service. We appreciate your feedback and will address these issues to improve our offerings and service.

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  3. Sara

    San Francisco

    16 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I had the same dish I have had many times. Broccoli was undercooked. Portion was smaller. We had to ask several times for sauces.
    True Food Kitchen - Palo AltoResponded 4 days ago
    I'm sorry to hear about the issues with your dish and the service, Sara. Thank you for your feedback; we'll work on improving these aspects for a better experience next time.

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  4. Ling

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was awesome. We were there for 3 hours and were not harassed by the server. He was attentive but not in your face - which we appreciated. Food was fresh and tasty. Overall great experience.
    True Food Kitchen - Palo AltoResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for your review, Ling! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the attentive service and fresh, tasty food. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  5. Kathy

    San Francisco

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It felt good putting healthy food into our body. It could have been seasoned a bit more for my liking.
    True Food Kitchen - Palo AltoResponded on November 19, 2024
    Thank you for your review, Kathy! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the healthy food and appreciate your feedback on the seasoning.

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  6. Mary

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Got it! Here’s the revised review: True Food Kitchen - Palo Alto ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An absolute must if you’re in Palo Alto! Everything about this dining experience was exceptional. The quality of the food is unmatched, with flavors so fresh and vibrant that each bite feels like a culinary masterpiece. Chef MJ truly outdoes herself, delivering dishes that never disappoint. The service was equally impressive. Our waitress, Fatima, was attentive, friendly, and made us feel right at home. Manager Dillion went above and beyond to ensure our meal was perfect, adding a personal touch that made our evening unforgettable. True Food Kitchen has set a new standard for excellence. Highly recommend!
    True Food Kitchen - Palo AltoResponded on November 19, 2024
    Thank you for your wonderful review, Mary! We're thrilled to hear you had an exceptional dining experience and appreciated the efforts of Chef MJ, Fatima, and Manager Dillion. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. Linda

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Excellent food and service! Wish the seating was more comfortable
    True Food Kitchen - Palo AltoResponded on November 19, 2024
    Thank you for your feedback, Linda! We're glad you enjoyed the food and service, and we appreciate your suggestion about the seating.

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  8. Josephine

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time as always. The food were delicious, clean and flavorful! Our server, Fatima was very gracious and helpful. I had the seasonal special, Chicken Parmesan- the chicken was perfectly cooked and the spaghetti squash was tasty. My sister had one of our regular favorites, the Meatloaf which was always tender and full of flavor. We also each had the roasted butternut squash soup which always reminds me that the holidays are just around the corner.
    True Food Kitchen - Palo AltoResponded on November 16, 2024
    Thank you for your wonderful review, Josephine! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the Chicken Parmesan and Meatloaf, and that Fatima provided gracious service. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  9. Ellen

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    The kitchen staff was using a blender or very loud kitchen gadget to grind up some food during our lunch. And the restaurants acoustics are poor making it very difficult to talk & enjoy the experience since this restaurant attracts families with small children. Service was slow.
    True Food Kitchen - Palo AltoResponded on November 13, 2024
    Thank you for your feedback, and I'm sorry to hear that your dining experience was disrupted by the noise and slow service. We're always working to create a comfortable atmosphere for our guests, and we'll definitely look into how we can improve the acoustics and manage kitchen noise during peak hours. We also appreciate your patience with the service, and we'll work on improving efficiency. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts.

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  10. Jill

    San Francisco

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We always enjoy True Foods. Wide variety of menu options and we loved the Fall menu including butternut squash pizza and chicken parm with spaghetti squash. It's a great option in the area!
    True Food Kitchen - Palo AltoResponded on November 11, 2024
    Thank you for your wonderful review, Jill! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the Fall menu and appreciate your kind words about our menu variety.

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FAQs

True Food Kitchen - Palo Alto offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 272-5157.

True Food Kitchen - Palo Alto is rated 4.1 stars by 3550 OpenTable diners.

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 60 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for True Food Kitchen - Palo Alto

180 El Camino Real, Ste 1140, Palo Alto, CA 94304

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Stanford Mall next to Bloomingdales
  • Neighborhood
    Palo Alto
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 9:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Plenty of Free Mall Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Pernell Morris
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (650) 272-5157
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant for any Catering Inquiries.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether you're hosting a celebration or corporate event, we welcome you to explore True Food Kitchen’s private dining and catering options, perfect for any occasion.
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