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Italian11/20
 
643 Emerson St.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
650-329-0665 | Menu
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 Large groups always seem to descend on this wacky branch of a Midwest chain that gaudily celebrates everything Italian American. Read GAYOT's Buca di Beppo Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian12/20
 
2437 Birch St.
Palo Alto, CA 94306
650-326-1626 | Menu
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 A neighborly spot to enjoy decadent Italian dishes, warm service and a fine wine list. Read GAYOT's Cafe Pro Bono Restaurant Review

 
 
New American13/20
 
Town & Country Village
855 El Camino Real, Ste. 130
Palo Alto, CA 94301
650-322-9200 | Menu
  
 Former Google chef Charlie Ayers offers fast and healthy options for "Meat Eaters" and “Plant Eaters" alike. Read GAYOT's Calafia Cafe & Market A-Go-Go Restaurant Review

 
 
Pizza/
Italian
12/20
 
531 Cowper St.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
650-323-7332 | Menu
  
 While pizza with cross-cultural toppings is the main draw, the other dishes also merit attention at this Palo Alto location. Read GAYOT's California Pizza Kitchen Restaurant Review

 
 
Pizza/
Italian
Quick Bite
 
Stanford Shopping Center
136 Stanford Shopping Center
Palo Alto, CA 94304
650-325-2753 | Menu
  
 While pizza with cross-cultural toppings is the main draw, the other dishes also merit attention at this Palo Alto location. Read GAYOT's California Pizza Kitchen Restaurant Review

 
 
California13/20
 
651 Emerson St.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
650-321-3030 | Menu
  
 A popular place for outdoor dining, either under the ivy-covered trellises at lunch or under the stars on balmy nights. Read GAYOT's Empire Grill & Tap Room Restaurant Review

 
 
Greek13/20
 
420 Emerson St.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
650-326-0983 | Menu
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 Sophisticated Greek cuisine served in one of the Peninsula's most attractive settings. Read GAYOT's Evvia Estiatorio Restaurant Review

 
 
Seafood11/20
 
3150 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94306
650-493-9188 | Menu
  
 Fishing for some good seafood? This is the place in Palo Alto. Read GAYOT's The Fish Market Restaurant Review

 
 
Brewpub12/20
 
640 Emerson St.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
650-323-7723 | Menu
  
 The first, and still best, location in the Gordon Biersch brewpub empire. Read GAYOT's Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Review

 
 
Sushi/
Japanese
13/20
 
2363 Birch St.
Palo Alto, CA 94306
650-327-6118 | Menu
  
 Go off the beaten path and find out why savvy locals are lining up to feast on brown rice sushi. Read GAYOT's Homma's Brown Rice Sushi Restaurant Review

 
 
Indian13/20
 
369 Lytton Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
650-462-5903 | Menu
  
 A longtime favorite among Palo Altans for spicy curry and tandoori dishes. Read GAYOT's Janta Indian Cuisine Restaurant Review

 
 
Cuban13/20
 
463 S. California Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94306
650-326-7762 | Menu
  
 A colorful spot for Cuban-inspired cuisine and the best mojitos in Palo Alto. Read GAYOT's La Bodeguita del Medio Restaurant Review

 
 
Mediterranean13/20
 
185 University Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
650-321-3514 | Menu
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 Classy downtown Palo Alto restaurant. Read GAYOT's LAVANDA Restaurant & Wine Bar Review

 
 
American11/20
 
27 University Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
650-321-9990 | Menu
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 Diners come for the steamed-tender ribs, crispy Bermuda onion strings and lively after-work bar scene. Read GAYOT's MacArthur Park Restaurant Review

 
 
DeliQuick Bite
 
Stanford Shopping Center
711 Stanford Shopping Center
Palo Alto, CA 94304
650-323-6297 | Menu
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 When a regular-size sandwich or dessert just won't do, it's time to feast at Max's. Read GAYOT's Max's Opera Cafe Restaurant Review

 
 
Chinese/
Dim Sum
12/20
 
1700 Embarcadero Rd.
Palo Alto, CA 94303
650-856-7700 | Menu
  
 When folks on the Peninsula think dim sum, they most often think Ming's. Read GAYOT's Ming's Restaurant Review

 
 
Japanese/
Sushi
13/20
 
140 University Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
650-323-9449 | Menu
  
 Visit Silicon Valley's signature sushi house and try an IBM or HP roll. Read GAYOT's Miyake Restaurant Review

 
 
Cajun/
Creole
12/20
 
535 Ramona St.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
650-328-2722 | Menu
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 Mardi Gras atmosphere, French Quarter cookery. Read GAYOT's Nola Restaurant Review

 
 
Diner/
Burgers
13/20
 
Stanford Shopping Center
660 Stanford Shopping Ctr.
Palo Alto, CA 94304
650-327-3141
  
 A classic diner with burgers, shakes, dessert and a whole menu more. Read GAYOT's Palo Alto Creamery Restaurant Review

 
 
Mexican12/20
 
408 S. California Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94306
650-328-8840 | Menu
  
 A casual favorite for creative Mexican food on neighborly California Avenue. Read GAYOT's Palo Alto Sol Restaurant Review

 
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