Protégé

$$$$ • New American, American, Cocktail Bar

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250 California Ave, Palo Alto
(650) 494-4181

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Protégé Reviews

4.6 (79)
We had the most delicious meal last night at Protégé. Each course of the tasting menu was perfection. At the end we couldn't choose a favorite because they were all equally incredible. Our server, Fleur, was so knowledgeable about the food and the wine and gave us wonderful recommendations for the perfect wines to compliment the various courses. The whole experience was wonderful and I can't wait to go back sometime.Dietary restrictions: They made sure they were aware of all...read full review

Among the best new American restaurants of the South Bay. Attention to details, focus on the ingredients, beautiful colors and flavors, the taste of haute cuisine that stays approachable (try their lobster chips) and fun (delight your palate with a caramel mushroom-infused ice cream). Staff is trained and friendly, setting is polished and warm. A must-go.

The Humble ChickenOn a menu with lobster, crab, caviar and A5 Wagyu, the chicken entree looks a bit out of placeAnd while I was tempted by the shortrib and the A5 ribeye, this is my second visit ordering the brick chickenA chef once told me if you see a humble dish on a fancy menu, it’s probably earned a right to be on the menu (in reference to Zuni Cafe chicken)I love the preparation and I’m guessing it includes a salt brine, spatchcocking, and salted the skin for that extra...read full review

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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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