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La Boheme - Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA

La Boheme - Palo Alto

4.5
4.5
202 Reviews
$30 and under
French

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Romantic
La Boheme in Palo Alto is located near the beautiful San Francisco Bay area. With its close proximity to countless attractions and hot spots, it offers a relaxing place to enjoy a quality, upscale meal. The menu features brunch, lunch, dinner and spectacular desserts. For brunch, enjoy omelets, eggs benedict, salads, sandwiches, baked goods and more. Dinner entrees include French classics like grilled duck breast, rabbit in mustard sauce, mussels in garlic white wine sauce, boeuf Bourguignon. La Boheme offers an extensive wine list that includes French reds, whites and roses, as well as sparkling wine selections.

La Boheme offers inside and outdoor dining. Our outdoor patio is covered however it is NOT heated per Fire Department regulations.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, European, Bistro
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 09:30–14:00 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00–14:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (650) 561-3577
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Palo Alto
  • Cross Street
    El Camino Real
  • Parking details
    Street Parking is also available
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 202 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Boheme in Palo Alto offers a "delicious" and authentic French dining experience that transports you to France. Known for its "excellent food" and generous portions, the restaurant features favorites like escargot, beef bourguignon, and Grand Marnier souffle. Diners appreciate the "friendly" service and "lovely" ambiance.

202 Reviews
  1. Sean

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been here many times. Really nothing not to like about the place. Excellent food, service, good wine list and a nice ambience.

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  2. Mark

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was lively on Valentine's Day, while the hostess kept calm and managed changes to reservations and ensuring everyone was comfortable. There was a festive theme, with hearts and confetti on mirrors and tables and a purposely printed menu. The service went at a good pace, never hurried. There was a good selection of French wines, The food choices were the standard dishes with generous portions. The crab cakes were nice but a little oily. Osso Buco came with a nice and tasty risotto and the lamb tenderness could improve. Salmon Wellington came with vegetables deliciously crisp and well season and buttery. A tasty sauce was poured all over the salmon pastry which made it soggy; better to have the sauce served on the side. The Chocolate Fondant was decadent and the Creme Brulé was ok, the caramel topping was not very crispy. Overall it was another good dinner at La Boheme.

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  3. Bernadine

    VIP

    San Francisco

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dining in or outside terrific as new heaters and gazebo make the outdoor space warm and even cozy. The food- as always - is delicious and the pommes frites are as they are in Paris! Don’t miss the Gran Marnier soufflé !

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  4. Kathleen

    VIP

    San Francisco

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful restaurant. Brunch, lunch or dinner this place is consistent and the best place to dine.

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  5. Andy

    VIP

    Portland

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall, I love the location, vibe of the restaurant, atmosphere and service. We had the steak frit special and the goat cheese croquettes to eat. They were fine, but nothing memorable. I’ll probably go back and try something else.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was good, but a bit pricey for casual French.

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  7. John

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The salmon cabernet was really nice, particularly with the Pinot Gris they offered from Alsace !

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  8. Dagmar

    VIP

    San Francisco

    98 reviews

    5.0

    98 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is just a lovely place for lunch! I had forgotten about it as it is a little out of my way, but wanted to meet a friend who came some miles from the other direction so we met half way at this cozy place. The food was great, and so was the Kir Royal (very generously poured). The service was impeccable by a beautiful French lady. Great experience

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  9. Stuart

    San Francisco

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 4 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had lunch there today and really enjoyed it. Will be going back for dinner.

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  10. Richard

    VIP

    Phoenix

    118 reviews

    4.0

    118 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice French Bistro. The food was not as flavorful as we were expecting. The duck and chicken were a bit bland and the sides of veggies and potatoes were not spiced at all.

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La Boheme - Palo Alto is rated 4.5 stars by 202 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
Google Map for La Boheme - Palo Alto

415 S California Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    El Camino Real
  • Area
    Palo Alto
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 09:30–14:00 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00–14:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, European, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking is also available
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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