Protégé
$$$$ • New American, American, Cocktail Bar
Hours:
250 California Ave, Palo Alto
(650) 494-4181
About Protégé
Customers' Favorites
Smoke and Mirrors Mezcal Cognac Aperol Egg White Peychaud's
American Wagyu Short Rib Pithivier
Selections from Our Cheese Cart
Brown Butter Parker House Rolls
A5 Japanese Wagyu Beef Ribeye
Bone-In Berkshire Pork Chop
Sourdough Loaf and Butter
Romesco-Crusted Lamb Loin
Blackened King Salmon
Black Truffle Lasagna
Protégé Reviews
Ratings
Menu
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Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5 - 9:30PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 9:30PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 9:30PM |
| Friday | 5 - 9:30PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 9:30PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Protégé offers an exceptional tasting experience with attentive service, making it a great choice for special occasions. Known for the best lasagna and wagyu upgrade, the restaurant provides a memorable dining experience with perfectly cooked dishes in a welcoming ambiance. The ala carte lounge seating offers reasonable prices for a 1 Michelin Star restaurant, allowing guests to enjoy their meals in a relaxed setting. Highlights include the duck confit, praised for its tenderness and great textures from the pomegranate and brussel sprouts, as well as the octopus, which is also noted for being tender and flavorful.
Guests can also enjoy the fish and chips, milk bread, and ricotta dumplings, all of which are well-received. Although the dessert cart features beautiful presentations, some desserts may not fully meet the high expectations associated with Michelin Star restaurants. However, the sticky toffee pudding with brown butter ice cream remains a favorite among diners. Protégé continues to impress with many looking forward to returning for more delightful dishes like the duck confit and the standout A5 and 10 layer lasagna. The service and attention to detail truly enhance the overall experience.