Best Lunch Restaurants in Portola Valley

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1. RH Rooftop Restaurant Palo Alto

4.4

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Palo Alto

Booked 119 times today

The RH Rooftop Restaurant is located on the third floor of RH Palo Alto, The Gallery at Stanford. Enjoy a reimagined menu of enduring classics, along with a curated selection of exceptional Champagnes and wines. Dine in a year-round skylit garden escape with heritage olive trees, sparkling chandeliers and a cascading center fountain sculpted of solid Biancone limestone.

2. The Village Pub

4.9

Exceptional(3980)

Price: Expensive

• American • Woodside

Booked 19 times today

This beloved Woodside landmark brings destination dining to Silicon Valley. The Village Pub is rich with a sense of heritage and authenticity. The warm and elegant ambiance is the perfect backdrop for Chef Mark Sullivan's Contemporary American cuisine with Classic French roots.We are open for indoor and outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery daily!

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3. The Village Bakery and Cafe

4.6

Exceptional(1925)

Price: Moderate

• American • Woodside

Booked 32 times today

Welcome to The Village Bakery & Cafe! We offer indoor and outdoor seating, takeout, and delivery daily. Our bakery is also open daily, offering a selection of coffee drinks, freshly baked pastries and breads, sandwiches, and other sweet treats! We hope to see you soon.

4. Nobu Palo Alto

4.5

Awesome(1565)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Palo Alto

Booked 58 times today

Nobu Restaurants' now classic and seamless blend of Japanese and Peruvian food has officially made it’s way to the Bay Area. Here you may divulge in some of our signature world famous dishes like our Alaskan Black Cod, Yellowtail Sashimi Jalapeño, and Salmon Sashimi New Style just to name of few. Situated at the lobby floor of the Nobu Hotel, Epiphany we offer indoor and outdoor seating right in the heart of Palo Alto. Dine with us, stay with us.

5. Evvia

4.8

Exceptional(4645)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Palo Alto

Booked 63 times today

Sister restaurant of Kokkari, Evvia has been serving authentic rustic Greek cuisine since 1995. Our fresh fish, savory roasted meats and grilled and roasted vegetables are perked up with a squeeze of lemon, a splash olive oil, and Mediterranean herbs. There is perfection in simplicity.

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6. Sundance The Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(5441)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Palo Alto

Booked 55 times today

Since its opening in 1974, prime steaks and martinis have never gone out of style at this Palo Alto institution. The atmosphere is very clubby with fireplaces, dark wood, sports memorabilia and plush leather booths tucked into the many nooks throughout the dining room. Famous for their slow-roasted prime rib & hand-cut U.S.D.A Prime Steaks, they also offer fresh seafood, cold water lobster tail & succulent shellfish. The 20 oz. Bone-In Rib eye Steak is the Boss’ Favorite while the Double Cut Filet Mignon runs a close second. Sundance is respected for serving the best food money can buy coupled with value & simplicity – a welcome relief for serious food & steak aficionados. The menu is supported by an award-winning wine list that features over 400 selections focusing on highly allocated Napa Valley Cabernets. Exceptional ratings & numerous restaurant awards rank Sundance the Steakhouse as a true dining destination.

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7. Meyhouse Palo Alto

4.8

Exceptional(637)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Palo Alto

Booked 48 times today

"Welcome to our home. Meyhouse is a casual place where family and friends get together over a drink, mezes, unique seafood, and grilled delicacies.Our philosophy is unique in many ways. We have an ingredient first approach, which means we handle ingredients as minimally as possible through the cooking process. We source the highest quality ingredients we can find and let them shine. Our recipes are as authentic as possible, no sous vide or modernist cuisine can be found here."

8. Menlo Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(429)

Price: Expensive

• American • Menlo Park

Booked 17 times today

Enjoy one of our new cocktails and dine on our seasonal menus or cozy up to the fireplace with a glass of wine. 'Smores by the firepits are a continued favorite for all ages! Daily breakfast and weekend brunch are even more special with friends and family. Treat your favorite client or coworker to lunch or enjoy a romantic dinner with a loved one in the dining room. Come find out why our guests have voted us best American restaurant on the peninsula!Join us for Tavern Time, our daily Happy Hour from 3-5PM. And don’t forget about holidays! Reservations fill quickly for holiday celebrations, so be sure to plan ahead.Reservations are available here for groups of up to six guests. For parties of more than 10 guests, please contact the Menlo Tavern directly at (650) 330-2794.

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9. Che Fico Parco Menlo

4.5

Awesome(379)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Menlo Park

Booked 22 times today

From Back Home Hospitality comes Che Fico Parco Menlo, an evolution of Che Fico specifically created for the Peninsula located at Springline in Menlo Park. Che Fico Parco Menlo takes inspiration from its critically acclaimed sister restaurant in San Francisco while adding new creations to its menu of Italian fare with California influences. Dishes of hand-rolled pasta, naturally fermented sourdough pizza, antipasti, meat, and fish celebrate the team’s’ passion for Italian cuisine and their dedication to using the best seasonal products from farmers and purveyors in the Bay area.With a vibrant design by Jon De La Cruz, Che Fico Parco Menlo will be the premier destination for both business and social events with private dining options for up to 70 guests. In addition to the dining room, there is an all-season outdoor patio covered by a custom-built pergola with fans for summer nights and heaters for Menlo park 'winters'.

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10. Left Bank Menlo Park

4.4

Awesome(2814)

Price: Moderate

• French • Menlo Park

Booked 33 times today

Inspired by the birthplace of the original Parisian brasseries along the Left Bank of the Seine River, Left Bank Brasserie is an authentic Parisian-style brasserie by Chef Roland Passot. Left Bank pays homage to the joiede vivre that is synonymous with the Left Bank neighborhood in Paris. Guests are invited to step intoFrench culture, in a vibrant, social atmosphere that captures all the charm of traditional brasseriesand iconic alfresco dining of France. An all-day menu features authentic French cuisine utilizingseasonal, local and organic ingredients, and consists of iconic lighter fare such as oysters, tartare andprawns provençal, in addition to heartier classics like coq au vin and beef bourguignon. Inspired by theParisian-style Bar Américain, an extensive cocktail menu features classics of a bygone era, along with awide range of rotating taps, seasonal drafts and bottled beer, and an expertly-curated wine selection.

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andyvip
San Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We love the Village Pub. We are loyal guests coming for 15 years. And though we moved away, we make sure we have dinner here whenever we get back to the bay. Dinner and service last night was top notch again. The duck was phenomenal and so was the truffle stuffed chicken. Followed by the always delicious chocolate soufflé and the beignets. Can’t wait to come back
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The Village PubPrice: Expensive• American• Woodside
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4.9
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Rajivvip
San Francisco Bay Area •30 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
We got a seat at the bar ordered cocktails and small dishes. Everything was uniformly excellent. The barkeeper was knowledgeable and made a beautifully balanced Manhattan. The small dishes recommonded were all tasty and of high quality. Overall the only reason to dock a star is that Nobu is expensive (big surprise). But if you are not cost sensitive, then this is an excellent place for high quality drinks and light dishes. Recommended.
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Nobu Palo AltoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Palo Alto
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4.5
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Ricovip
California Central Coast •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We have dined at Evvia for over 25 years, and it remains a favorite, especially for special occasions. Always a warm and inviting setting, with excellent food and service. We'll be back!
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EvviaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Palo Alto
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4.8
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Robinvip
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always a pleasure enjoyable place to dine I enjoy the service as well
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RH Rooftop Restaurant Palo AltoPrice: Very Expensive• American• Palo Alto
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4.4
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Michael
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Everything was good except the noise level at lunchtime in the main part of the restaurant. We could not hear each other speak. We had to move to the annex in back, which was fine.
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The Village Bakery and CafePrice: Moderate• American• Woodside
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4.6

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110 restaurants available nearby

1. RH Rooftop Restaurant Palo Alto

2. The Village Pub

3. The Village Bakery and Cafe

4. Nobu Palo Alto

5. Evvia

6. Sundance The Steakhouse

7. Meyhouse Palo Alto

8. Menlo Tavern

9. Che Fico Parco Menlo

10. Left Bank Menlo Park

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