JOYA Restaurant and Lounge
339 University Ave, Palo Alto
(650) 853-9800
Customers' Favorites
Grilled Octopus with Sweet Potatoes
Warm Dark Valrhona Chocolate Cake
Peruvian Spiced Ahi Tuna Ni
Braised Short Rib Tacos
Veggie Empanadas
Ahi Tuna Tartare
Kobe Beef Mini
Seafood Paella
Yuca Fries
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Recent Reviews
Interesting and tasty menu items, good service. The ceviche was excellent (we got the three item sampler) as was the tuna tartar. Only negatives were that I was a little disappointed in the Paella Clasica and (we thought) the Kobe beef sliders were a little over-cooked and not distinctly flavorful. Overall, good food but perhaps not quite worth the price.
Food was ok, not incredibly special but not poor either. Price was high but not ludicrous. Ambiance was very good, service was very good. Overall, happy that I came with my partner to try it, but unlikely we'll return again. Location of restaurant and ambiance were driving factors to come visit.
We went specifically for the tapas and they were excellent! Beautifully presented and delicious. We very much enjoyed the tacos with braised short ribs, the lentil croquettes and the chicken sliders. The room is beautiful, tables are reasonably spaced and quiet (a welcome change from recent experiences in other restaurants). I recommend sangria. Staff was friendly, gracious and attentive. We will be back for sure.
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