Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Downtown North, Palo Alto

Elisa • October 13, 2017Get the branzino (sea bass), so good! Nice, cozy ambience but try to get a table farther from the door.

Michael C. • April 22, 2013Pita bread is fresh and fluffy; perfect for devouring with green Harissa sauce and hummus!

Nils P. • August 17, 2013Backyard is absolutely amazing. Sit by the fire. One of the best places i've been to in the bay area.

Spencer W. • August 7, 2014The carne asada burritos are fantastic. Guacamole is also top notch.

Nancy C. • November 27, 2014Make reservation beforehand because this place is really popular. Tea leaf salad is a must (vegetarian option available). Mango swai is heavenly.

Pamela C. • February 1, 2015Hands down best cappuccino on the Peninsula. Authentic Italian espresso.

Farah J. • September 4, 2018Everything is great about this place. Pastries, coffee, food, staff, and service.

m d. • May 27, 2016They offer TEISHOKU which is typical Japanese combination plate. And it's good. "Nanban" is the must!

Esther A. • March 5, 2010Loved this place. So cute. Get the Short Rib Tacos, Sauteed Gambas, and the Scallop Ceviche. Delish.

Bikash M. • July 23, 2017Good beers on tap with friendly service. Try the bacon sampler.

Varun • July 26, 2020Roasted pappad, chicken pepper fry, organic paneer

Douglas G. • October 13, 2023Milky baklava special is great, but if you are looking for something more savory and substantial the Anatolian cheese is a great lunch.

Bradley Smoker • December 4, 2012Love all the wonderful crepes! You can order everything on their menue gluten free as well. Amazing.

Rebecca W. • November 15, 2010Try the lavender honey gelato- you will love it!

Christian L. • July 19, 2019Really liked Tan Tan noodles with spicy string beans

Christina H. • December 5, 2015The Taro milk tea is heaven in a cup ❤️ and the hot ginger tea in the winter is the absolute best!

Joerg • June 3, 2016Try the mixed plate with 12 different Nigiris!

Josh K. • December 5, 2014Butter chicken and chicken tikki masala are both amazing with the garlic naan :)

Chris C. • November 20, 2012The house blend is really good.

John R. • June 19, 2012Great place to go for chill sushi. Best sushi around University. Fairly cheap compared to other sushi places. Give it a try.

Elynn L. • November 8, 2015Yummy milk tea! I love the regular bubble tea. I get it 70% sweet with tapioca pearls. Milk foam is also pretty popular. Tea is creamy & delicious. Go a lot when I'm in Asia - happy they're in CA!

Brittany G. • February 17, 2015Sliders come with too much aioli but are otherwise great. Fresh bread as well.

Kat . • January 20, 2017Ham & cheese croissant and Cold Brew👍 Free Wi-Fi and cozy interior. Great place for working.

Maria N. • April 4, 2018So yummy! Get the sandwich and salad combo. The turkey Tijuana sandwich is delicious and a bit spicy and all the lemonades are really good

Jiashu W. • June 15, 2021super legit coffee shop and super interesting menu - only has black and white. milk or no milk.

Graham M. • August 19, 2014Their margarita pizza is my new favourite!

Joshua G. • May 16, 2016Chicken and waffles with an apple celery slaw - amazing. Service was good. And a fun little restaurant!

Josuee V. • March 15, 2011Service is great! Love the coconut soup!!! Yummm