15 Best Bars in Palo Alto

“In truth, I recommend Jessica --the front desk-- who makes sure that I receive extra marinara as well as extra sauce Anglaise... for takeout. Until, we talked, I stopped ordering from Terun on principle. I was a frequent client. Takeout customers must be honored for requests that are gladly honored when in the dining room. Takeout customers should be thanked for not causing dirty tablecloths and dishes -- and LOYALTY. Jessica reinstated that loyalty. I truly hope that the owners appreciate her. Without extra sauces the food is too dry. With it, delicious. The prices honor extra sauces and more!“

“Great beer! Especially the Belgians. Friendly bartender.“

“Unique, invigorating cocktails. Tried No. 34, you should try it. Must try. Tried chicken , that was amazing as well. My next go to place for really great cocktails. Expensive ofcourse but worth the price. Late night atmosphere is crowded and lively.“

“We were weary travelers stopping by Scotty's in hope of a more chill vibe with some good food, and Scottys delivered! Our bartender, Sergio, was so friendly and fun! We got some inside knowledge about the town as we are from Oregon. The drinks were perfect and the food was top notch! I would have expected to pay a lot more for the quality of food and service we received at literally any of the surrounding places. We will visit Palo Alto again if only to go back to Scotty's as a new tradition! Thank you, Sergio, for making our anniversary dinner a great one! Someone give him a raise!“

“Awesome rooftop bar with stunning views and great cocktails!“

“Great restaurant“

“After 20+ years of coming here…it’s STILL incredible! The Mojito! The Masitas, the snapper, and soooooo much more!“

“Had a wonderful, fresh breakfast and a nice dinner at the restaurant in The Westin in Palo Alto. The breakfast I chose was the bar which included eggs, bacon, potatoes, and French toast. Cereal, coffee, OJ, and toast was available as well a 8 varieties of fruit.For dinner, I started with the cheese plate and finished with the Soleil Burger with Gilroy fries. Long Islands were outstanding. The cheese plate was excellent and served with toast. The burger was cooked to perfection with bacon and cheddar.“

“Great selection of beers!“

“Es un restaurante muy bonito, sus platos muy bien servidos y deliciosos! Recomiendo a Local Union siempre, excelente servicio el de Guadalupe y Estefany!“

“I’ve come here twice to enjoy and work from my laptop on the patio. The views are stunning and in the evening when it’s breezy they even offer blankets despite the rooftop being heated at night. The light bites are amazing— I LOVED the charcuterie board. There is a 90 min limit on the table which is fine so others can also enjoy the vibes. The service was great, Chef Tony came out and introduced himself and I sang his praises, the bartender and server was attentive and helpful and both even let me know on Fridays or the weekends in the summer they bring in a dj! Will definitely be checking that out!“

“I stayed at Crowne Plaza Palo Alto and ended up having dinner at Cabana Cove since it was around dinner time. When I walked in, there were already a few people hanging out at the bar who seemed to have the same idea as me.

For my drink, I opted for a non-alcoholic option because it sounded delicious. I ordered the Panoma, which is mainly grapefruit juice and tonic. It was refreshing, sweet, citrusy, and bubbly. Definitely recommend it if you’re looking for a fun non-alcoholic drink.

I wanted to start with an appetizer, so I ordered the Bang Bang Cauliflower for $10. It came with a sweet and spicy sauce, and the cauliflower itself was nice and crispy with a great crunch. The portion was also a good size, and I’d definitely say it could be shared between 2–3 people.

For my main dish, I ordered the Grilled Caesar Steak Wrap with the steak cooked medium-well and chose fries as my side. The steak was well-seasoned and cooked just how I ordered it, and I thought there was a really good balance between the steak and greens in the wrap. The portions were generous enough that I couldn’t finish everything and ended up taking the rest to-go for lunch the next day.

Alis and Eugenio were both super helpful throughout my meal. They checked in on me regularly without being overbearing and made sure everything was to my liking. I also didn’t have to wait long between my appetizer and entree, which I really appreciated.

I also noticed that Cabana Cove has wine hours every week with complimentary wine, cheese, and bites. If I come back, I’ll definitely be checking that out.

Overall, I had a great experience at Cabana Cove and would definitely come back to try more of their drinks and entrees!“

“😋Best super fresh sushi, without spending what is typically outrageous prices for this area. Good portions, delicious sushi, and really everything on their menu. We go back again and again.“

“This was my fourth trip back to wild onion, and the quality of the experience is consistently terrific. Staff could not be nicer and more accommodating, food is yummy and interesting with choices that make even brunch more exciting. The Bloody Mary was divine. I've gone there for lunch meetings, because the noise level is low enough that you can hear each other comfortably, and while it's an open layout, I never feel a lack of privacy. And the free valet parking, may they never discontinue that, makes it so easy to get in on time, and be stress-free. I like that the mood is casual enough that I don't feel I need to get dressy, but stylish enough that I make an effort. If you go for brunch, definitely get the Nueske's bacon, it's the best America produces and it's hard to get here in California. Bon appetit!“

“The food is always great!“