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NM Cafe at Neiman Marcus - Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA

NM Cafe at Neiman Marcus - Palo Alto

4.6
4.6
698 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 14 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Healthy
  • Neighbourhood gem
Laid-back luxe. Experience delightful dishes in a casual, contemporary atmosphere at THE NM CAFE® PALO ALTO. Muted lighting and understated, modern decor create the perfect environment for a midday retreat. Whether dining with a group or simply ordering upscale take-out, expect delectable food and exceptional service that is synonymous with Neiman Marcus.

Let THE NM CAFE® host your next Baby or Bridal Shower. We pride ourselves on creating the perfect menu and ambience for your event in our chic and inviting atmosphere. Pamper the glowing bride- or mother-to-be in your life with the shower of her dreams or a lavish luncheon.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00–15:30
  • Phone number
    (650) 329-3329
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Angel Perez
  • Private party facilities
    Looking to host an event? We pride ourselves on creating the perfect menu and ambience for your event in our chic and inviting atmosphere. Pamper the glowing bride- or mother-to-be in your life with the shower of her dreams or a lavish luncheon.
  • Area
    Palo Alto
  • Cross Street
    Sand Hill Road and El Camino Real
  • Parking details
    Parking garage adjacent to Neiman Marcus.
  • Public transit
    El Camino Realy, Bus and Train
  • Entertainment
    Tell us what you desire and we will assist.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 698 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
NM Cafe at Neiman Marcus in Palo Alto is a delightful spot, celebrated for its "wonderful service" with attentive staff like Robert, Sam, and Rocky. Guests rave about the "fabulous popovers" and broth. The menu offers diverse, delicious options, making it a perfect choice for special occasions or a relaxed lunch.

698 Reviews
  1. Mary Lou

    San Francisco12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Loved eating here! The food was delicious and our waiter, Tobert, was wonderful!!

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  2. Joanna VIP

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I had indicated when I made the reservation that this was a birthday treat, and also mentioned to the seater, but no recognition of it occurred. Most restaurants give the birthday guest a little nibble of something extra. Kind of disappointing.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We had to wait a long time for our drinks. The popovers were cold hard like they were made several days ago not fresh. We were seated in a corner and unattended while the tables around us were served, and the dishes were cleared before the next meal the food was non-appetizing we had to go to another restaurant and have another lunch. And at the end we waited a long time for our check. overall of the deplorable service, value and meal.

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  4. Lingyee VIP

    San Francisco33 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    I always enjoyed having lunch here. It is hit and miss. Normally 4-5 star rating. But today, I rate it 3. This is because the special of the day the Cobb Salad with chicken was edible but not outstanding-the lettuce was wilted, the chicken was dry. It was hard to get the waiter's attention and we asked for the check twice. Nevertheless, still a good place for lunch.

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  5. Julie

    Central Coast2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Very slow pod experience service and not particularly welcoming but generally a g

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time there for lunch and it was a positive experience. The food was good, at reasonable price and the server was friendly. Definitely will come back

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  7. paula

    San Francisco6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect! Thank you for doing a great job!!! I wish the prices were a little less I can’t complain about anything. Please keep doing what you’re doing!!!

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  8. Michele

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very friendly staff, good menu choices and easy enough to book, enjoy a nice lunch and shop afterwards.

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  9. Barbara VIP

    San Francisco10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very noisy, almost impossible to have a good conversation.

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  10. Sally

    San Francisco33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food and friendly service. Always enjoy my lunch at NM ‘s restaurant!

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FAQs

NM Cafe at Neiman Marcus - Palo Alto offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 329-3329.

NM Cafe at Neiman Marcus - Palo Alto is rated 4.6 stars by 698 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for NM Cafe at Neiman Marcus - Palo Alto

400 Stanford Shopping Center, Palo Alto, CA 94304

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Sand Hill Road and El Camino Real
  • Area
    Palo Alto
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00–15:30
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Californian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking garage adjacent to Neiman Marcus.
  • Public transit
    El Camino Realy, Bus and Train
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Angel Perez
  • Entertainment
    Tell us what you desire and we will assist.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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