Ethel's Fancy
$$$ • American, Pet Friendly, New American
Hours:
550 Waverley St, Palo Alto
(650) 561-4860
About Ethel's Fancy
Customers' Favorites
Rancho Llano Seco Pork Chop Tonkatsu
Milk Bread from the Hearth
Oysters on the Half Shell
Charcoal Grilled Octopus
Almond Cookie Soft Serve
Toasted Coconut Fritter
Grilled Whole Seabass
Crispy Pork Belly
Hiramasa Tartare
Yellow Fish Tuna
Ethel's Fancy Reviews
Menu
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Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 9PM |
| Friday | 5 - 9:30PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 9:30PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Ethel's Fancy offers an exceptional dining experience with great food and excellent service. The menu features a variety of shared plates, each carefully prepared with unique flavor combinations. Guests can enjoy innovative dishes such as oysters topped with Meyer Lemon Foam, Pork Belly, Octopus, and crudo. The restaurant's tasting menu style allows diners to sample many different dishes. The attentive service ensures a memorable visit, with special bites and drinks that make guests feel truly valued. The experience is complemented by a cozy ambiance and dishes like soft serve for dessert, creating one of the most memorable meals. The food is impeccable, and the service is outstanding. Many dishes reflect the creative spirit of the restaurant, making each meal a small adventure. The wine list is great to pair with the unbelievable choices on the menu. Everything has been perfect, though the noise level can be quite high at times. The vibe is unpretentious, and families with kids will find the dishes appealing, with favorites like coconut fritters, Kohlrabi with pomegranate seeds, and Meiji tofu custard with shrimp and snap peas. The Spanish octopus has the right crisp and bite, while the banana milk soft serve with mochi and shaved peanut butter adds a fun touch to dessert. Griddled pistachio financiers offer a new, delightful experience. Overall, Ethel's Fancy remains a favorite spot for a night out with family, offering a family tapas style menu with good variety and quality for the price. Some dishes may not be perfect, but the overall experience is worth the trip.