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Dinah's Poolside Restaurant, Palo Alto, CA

Dinah's Poolside Restaurant

4.8
4.8
822 Reviews
$30 and under
Californian

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2 people
22:00
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
Dinah’s Poolside Restaurant offers indoor and heated outdoor dining in a relaxing environment overlooking the pool. Private dining is also available in our Fireside Room or private Lanai patio.

This casual restaurant is renowned by locals for a hearty breakfast and lunch-time favorites. In the evening, Chef Gerardo Naranjo elevates the experience with steak and seafood classics.

Fresh, seasonal and local. We offer the highest quality cage free eggs, sustainable produce and free range meats sourced locally whenever possible.

For over 55 years we have been serving the Palo Alto area with great service, consistent food, and hand squeezed orange juice!

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Additional information

  • Location
    4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306
  • Phone number
    (650) 798-1314
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 07:00–14:00 Lunch Daily 11:00–14:00 Limited Dinner Daily 14:00–16:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Gerardo Naranjo
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct

Menu

Dinah's Poolside Restaurant's menu was last updated 2025-01-30.

Includes Complimentary Glass of Sparkling Wine

Price

$95 Per Person (Tax & Gratuity Not Included)

    Timings

    Dinner Served - 04:00PM to 10:00PM

      Appetizer

      Choice of One

      • Scallops

        Pineapple - Jalapeno Relish, Parsnip Puree, Kumquats, Cocoa Vinaigrette

        • Lobster and Butternut Squash Soup

          Coconut Milk, Ginger, Lemongrass, Kaffir Lime

          • Artichoke and Quail Egg Salad

            Slow-braised Artichoke, Frisée, Asparagus, Chervil, Quail Egg, Lemon Vinaigrette, Parmesan Crisps

            Entrée

            Choice of One

            • Alaskan Halibut

              Spring Pea Risotto, Pepper Coulis, Preserved Meyer Lemon

              • Certified Angus Beef Filet Mignon

                Potato Au Gratin, Seasonal Vegetables, Demi-Glace

                • Braised Lamb Shank

                  Soft Polenta, Heirloom Carrots

                  • Lobster Ravioli

                    Lobster Sauce, Asparagus, Tomato, Parmesan

                    • Porcini Ravioli

                      Brown Butter-Sherry Wine Cream Sauce, Spinach, Pine Nuts, Parmesan Cheese

                      Dessert

                      Choice of One

                      • Lava Cake

                        Banana, Raspberry Ice Cream

                        • Tiramisu

                          Mascarpone Cheese, Cocoa Powder, Ladyfingers

                          • Vanilla Crème Brûlée and Berries

                            Raspberry Sorbet And Berries

                            Last updated: 30 January 2025

                            What 822 people are saying

                            Dinah's Poolside Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                            Overall ratings and reviews

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

                            4.8
                            4.8 based on recent ratings
                            • 4.7Food
                            • 4.7Service
                            • 4.5Ambience
                            • 4.6Value

                            Noise • Moderate

                            Loved For

                            • San Francisco Bay Area

                              Great for brunch

                            • Peninsula

                              Best Value

                            • Peninsula

                              Great for brunch

                            • Peninsula

                              Great for outdoor dining

                            • Peninsula

                              Californian

                            Review summary

                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                            Dinah's Poolside Restaurant offers a delightful escape with its "wonderful atmosphere" and "great food." Diners rave about the "excellent service" and the "beautiful poolside setting." Enjoy a varied menu with highlights like clam chowder, Cobb salad, and delectable desserts. Ideal for brunch, lunch, or a special occasion.

                            822 Reviews

                            1. Rolanda VIP

                              San Francisco20 reviews

                              5.0

                              Dined on 6 March 2025

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              Love it there. Great ambiance, great food and great service

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                            2. Glen VIP

                              San Francisco22 reviews

                              5.0

                              Dined on 19 February 2025

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 4
                              great food, and the server was terrific. highly recommend this place.

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                            3. Rick

                              San Francisco54 reviews

                              5.0

                              Dined on 17 February 2025

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 4
                              Great as always. Delicious sandwich (chicken chipotle), bottomless iced tea, and the best service from Hugo.

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                            4. Nancy VIP

                              San Francisco91 reviews

                              5.0

                              Dined on 17 January 2025

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              Great family gathering lunch with my 93 year old mother. Dinah’s is her favorite place. Accommodated 7 of us for lunch. Wonderful food and service by our favorite servers. Always a good time :-)

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                            5. Barbara

                              San Francisco6 reviews

                              4.0

                              Dined on 8 January 2025

                              1. Overall 4
                              2. Food 4
                              3. Service 4
                              4. Ambience 5
                              This is one of our favorite quaint places. The food did not disappoint though a bit rich. Service was good though they could be more attentive to water refills, given the staff was physically split into 2 locations.

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                            6. Lynne VIP

                              San Francisco27 reviews

                              5.0

                              Dined on 3 January 2025

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              Despite the rain this morning, eating at Dinah’s was delightful. The staff was friendly and helpful and the food was delicious. Portions are generous so bring your appetite! We enjoyed the Canadian Benedict, California omelette, the tuna melt and the kids pancakes and recommend all of them.

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                            7. Nancy VIP

                              San Francisco91 reviews

                              5.0

                              Dined on 31 December 2024

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              Great food and service by Randall! Brunch with friends

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                            8. Susan VIP

                              San Francisco145 reviews

                              5.0

                              Dined on 30 December 2024

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 4
                              My Cobb Salad was outstanding. Made just the way I like it. Our server was attentive. We sat inside as it was a cold day.

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                            9. Deborah

                              San Francisco11 reviews

                              5.0

                              Dined on 28 December 2024

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 5
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              Friendly staff. Great mushroom ravioli and fried chicken.

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                            10. Susan VIP

                              San Francisco145 reviews

                              5.0

                              Dined on 2 December 2024

                              1. Overall 5
                              2. Food 4
                              3. Service 5
                              4. Ambience 5
                              Our waiter was excellent. He remembered everyone's order in our group of 5 with no notes and everything came correctly! Food was hot that was supposed to be hot. The salads were gorgeous.

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                            FAQs

                            Dinah's Poolside Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 798-1314.

                            Dinah's Poolside Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 822 OpenTable diners.

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

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                            2 people
                            22:00
                            Booked 6 times today
                            Google Map for Dinah's Poolside Restaurant

                            4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306

                            Dining areas

                            Additional information

                            • Phone number
                              (650) 798-1314
                            • Price
                              $30 and under
                            • Cuisines
                              Californian, Contemporary American, American
                            • Hours of Operation
                              Breakfast Daily 07:00–14:00 Lunch Daily 11:00–14:00 Limited Dinner Daily 14:00–16:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
                            • Dress code
                              Resort Casual
                            • Parking details
                              Complimentary Parking
                            • Payment Options
                              AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                            • Executive Chef
                              Gerardo Naranjo
                            • Delivery & takeout
                              Order direct
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