6 Best Cocktail Bars in Palo Alto

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Ettan

Ettan Indian • $$$
518 Bryant St, Palo Alto

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Biryani with Salan & Raita
Spice-Roasted Seabass Collar
Tender Jack Vada Pav Veg
Butter Chicken and Naan
White Chocolate Cremeux
Locale Chicken Biryani
Cast Iron Monkey Buns
Kerala Fried Chicken
Jackfruit Vada Pav
Sesame Leaf Chaat

“An absolute favorite that I am sure to visit on every trip to the Bay. Very unique fusions of Indian and Californian flavors with something for every palate. My favorites are the sesame leaf, burrata kulcha, house salad and dry boat scallops. Also don’t sleep on the cocktails. Very nicely crafted.“

4 Good946 Reviews
Sekoya Lounge & Kitchen Cocktail Bar • $$$
417 California Ave, Palo Alto

Customers` Favorites

Double Fried Tempura Mushrooms
Chicken Liver Mousse
Hangar Steak Skewer
Beef Tongue Skewer
Parker House Rolls
Fried Mushrooms
Octopus Skewer
Kampachi
Burrata

“Absolutely amazing experience. From the time we checked in for our reservation, service was very kind and thoughtful and everyone wanted to make sure we had the best time. Stunning dining spaces. Every corner beautifully designed making for an elevated experience. Depending on which spot you pick, you can be sure it will be a distinct experience. Food was stellar and our waiter was absolutely lovely, checking in on us and giving us excellent recommendations. It's been a while since a place swept me off my feet like Sekoya did! Can't wait to come back!“

4.4 Superb136 Reviews
Protégé New American
250 California Ave, Palo Alto

Customers` Favorites

American Wagyu Short Rib Pithivier
Brown Butter Parker House Rolls
Bone-In Berkshire Pork Chop
Blackened King Salmon
Bavarian Pretzel Epi
Dark Chocolate Torte
Ricotta Dumplings
Petit Four I Mean
Spanish Octopus
Crab and Caviar

“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 of my dietary restrictions and ensured the food I was served was safe for me to eat by making small adjustments when needed.“

4.6 Superb76 Reviews
Wildseed Vegan • $$
855 El Camino Real Building 4, Palo Alto

Customers` Favorites

Curried Cauliflower with Muhammara and Toasted Almonds
Vanilla-Coconut Panna Cotta
Orecchiette Alla Pugliese
Spicy Sausage Flatbread
Green Forest Flatbread
Wild Mushroom Zeppole
Coconut Panna Cotta
Warm Chocolate Cake
Spicy Yellow Curry
Mezze Plate Green

“My skepticism about vegan food and that it may have only limited choices was shattered at this place. Menu is pretty elaborate and can very well satiate quite a few people with different tastes. Drink options are nice too. Definitely recommending this place, and going back some time soon.“

4.5 Superb193 Reviews
Zola + BarZola French • $$$
585 Bryant St, Palo Alto

Customers` Favorites

Gulf Flounder Beurre Blanc
Beef Cheeks Bourguignon
Halibut Beurre Blanc
Roasted Bone Marrow
Ricotta Gnocchi
Salmon Rillette
Steak Frites
Beet Salad

“First time yesterday for a casual date night. Reservation was a bit hard to secure, but once booked, we were followed up on multiple times to know our ETA. When we arrived on a busy Saturday night, we were whisked back immediately to our desired corner window table.We knew what we wanted beforehand and was happy the items were not “sold out” (happened more times than you think it’s possible).For appetizer, we split the Black Truffle Soup in two, and it was a good thing we did it since the amount was just right, more so as we planned to have the Dry Aged Ribeye as the entree.The ribeye (we both had it medium rare) was one of the very best I’ve had in recent times (and I’ve been to quite a few expensive restaurants in SF over the last 6 months) - it was flavorful, juicy and well marbled, perfectly complemented by the Bordelaise sauce.I will definitely come back here again, just for the Ribeye!“

4.2 Good205 Reviews
Sun Of Wolf Mexican • $$
406 California Ave, Palo Alto

Customers` Favorites

Beet Empanadas
Tacos Verdes
Chilaquiles

“Six stars! After greeting us, our waiter asked if we had any allergies--so appreciated since I have celiac. He told me they are careful about cross-contamination, don't use shared friers, and can make most things on the menu gluten free (menu is well-marked, too). Our tastey food and drinks came out almost immediately, and we weren't sitting around forever waiting to pay when we were ready. The whole staff was cheerful, the space had cool decorations, and the interior was naturally lit. Such a nice date brunch spot.Vegetarian options: Vegetarian and vegan marked on the menu, plenty of optionsDietary restrictions: Gluten free marked on the menu, plenty of options, celiac friendly kitchen practices“

4.6 Superb58 Reviews
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