17 Best Cocktail Bars in Palo Alto

“We have been coming to Ettan for the last 2 years and they never disappoint. Delicious food and excellent service. And deserts is a special something! Will be back again!“

“I hosted a small group for work at Sekoya and we had a fantastic time. Olivia, the head bartender, was super friendly and very accommodating when it came to making some custom cocktails. We were seated in the lounge area, which was really nice and casual for our group. We shared a bunch of starters and I'll have to call out that the fried mushrooms, the beef, tongue, skewers, and the crispy tuna rolls were really delicious! I had the tropical nights cocktail, which was so tasty and a good size drink. “

“Good food and great customer service. Do recommend“

“Incredible. The Wagyu beef was a transformative experience. Every time going forward I’m in N California-this is an incredible restaurant“

“Staff are friendly. They’re pet friendly. My Ribeye steak was the best!“

“By far was this is the best Mexican food I've ever had. A bit on the pricey side, but well worth it!“

“Naschmarkt continues to be a splendid place to eat. It brings back fond memories of my visit to Vienna. Their lunch menu is not quite as large as their dinner, but still plenty to choose from. My choice of a jagershnitzal sandwich on a pretzel bun was delicious albeit unusual. Not to be missed is their apful strudel dessert with homemade vanilla ice cream and whipped cream.“

“Ottimo cibo, servizio veloce, locale molto carino.“

“I’ve been there a few times and is always very good I highly recommend“

“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!“

“Enjoyed their Hamburger and fish & Chips Fries are excellent. Lovely surroundings, the ducks enjoyed the pool.“

“My recent stay at the Hilton Garden Inn was nothing short of fantastic. From the moment I arrived, the staff was welcoming and attentive, ensuring I felt right at home. The room was clean, comfortable, and equipped with everything I needed for a relaxing stay.

The highlight of my stay, however, was the exceptional service at the hotel bar. José, the bartender, was amazing! Not only did he craft delicious drinks, but his friendly and genuine approach made every visit to the bar feel personal. His knowledge of cocktails and attention to detail were impressive, and he went out of his way to ensure guests were taken care of.

Overall, the hospitality at the Hilton Garden Inn exceeded my expectations, and the staff, particularly José, made the experience memorable. I’ll definitely be returning!“

“The bistek asado. omg! soooo tender. we ordered it medium. it was perfect. We also ordered the pollo rostisado con mole. it was tender and tasty. Thank you for accommodating us with no reservations. make reservations. place gets packed quick.“

“Great selection of beers!“

“This is a beautiful cafe/brunch place offering high tea. We went for lunch with a pre-booking and had a great experience. The place has gorgeous flower decor and very instagramable (It has a Photo Booth).

On the flip side, the vegetarian menu was very limited and the food was okay, not great. We had the tofu omelette and mushroom Benedict. The place is also rather small, hosts about 20 chairs unlike its other SF or Menlo Park locations, so the wait can get high on popular days.“

“Great taste of Spanish cuisine“

“Fun Times with the Hubby!“