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Empire Grill & Tap Room Restaurant Review

651 Emerson St. (University Ave.) Send to Phone
Palo AltoCA 94301
650-321-3030 | Menu
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A popular place for outdoor dining, either under the ivy-covered trellises at lunch or under the stars on balmy nights.

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Lunch Mon.-Sat., Dinner nightly, Brunch Sat.-Sun.

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This is a popular place for outdoor dining-you can sit under the ivy-covered trellises at lunch and under the stars on balmy nights, the glow of candles adding a romantic feel. Deep-fried calamari, crab cakes or steamed mussels start a meal on a high note. The house-smoked pork chop at dinner is delicious; a sandwich version is offered at lunch. We recommend the burger made with high-quality Niman-Schell beef. You can also order pizzas, sandwiches or pastas, and there's a good wine list. The weekend brunch features many favorites such as Belgian waffles, a variety of omelets and top-quality fresh fruit.

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