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    Arya Steakhouse

    4.4 (1.8k reviews)
    Closed • 11:30 am - 9:30 pm

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    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Filet Mignon 8oz
    Mumtaz P.

    Delicious food, great service. The restaurant is beautiful. Our waiter was so attentive, standing near. He brought me a purse stand after seeing it on my knee. I came for a business lunch on a Friday. It was not busy which was cool so it was pleasant to talk with the table. We got lots of sides, appetizers and steak of course. I wish I ordered medium on the filet because it was a bit too overcooked.

    Filet Mignon 8oz
    Amanda H.

    Great service -- promptly seated and allowed us to dine and talk until closing. Did not rush us at all. Food was great. Good proportions. Calamari was amazing. I got the filet mignon-- only gripe was that it was more rare than medium rare. Otherwise very tender and flavorful.

    Quincy L.

    Celebrated an anniversary here and our server Jennifer was amazing! She was engaging and pleasant and really tried to make our anniversary extra special. The inside of the restaurant was warm, bright, and inviting. There weren't many patrons as we got there right when it opened. For a steak house we really went for it and ordered more than two can eat! Along with the lamp chops we went with the tomahawk and the meats were cooked perfectly. For appetizers we had oysters and the bone marrow and toast. The dessert we decided on - the baklava cheesecake - was decadent and rich. It was a great end to an epic meal.

    Ribeye
    Fatima H.

    Perfect place if you want quality meat that's also halal! Service was super friendly and extremely attentive, getting more silverware or water before we even knew we needed it. The mezza and calamari were great starters. I got the hibiscus zero proof cocktail that hit all my sweet tooth spots while still being refreshing. The main stars were the steaks (obviously). The filet Mignon was the right amount of soft with powerful flavor. The ribeye was my personal fav and the butter component on top sealed the deal. Mac n cheese side was okay though I feel like it was missing a stronger cheese profile. The twice baked potato was a hit and very flavorful. Recommend this place whether you want something with the family or a cute date night.

    Herbed Bone Marrow
    Rachel H.

    I came here for dinner, and I really enjoyed my meal. I had the herbed bone marrow to start. It came with little crackers and a salad. The salad was really fresh and cut through the richness of the bone marrow. For my main, I had the filet mignon with a side of spinach. My steak was cooked perfectly. I also liked the head of roasted garlic! The spinach was nice and garlicky too. I just wish they had dessert menus. Service was good.

    Ribeye
    Stefany V.

    Had a great experience at Arya Steakhouse! The ribeye was full of flavor and the mac and cheese was delicious as well. The only minor issue was that the steak was a little overcooked since I ordered it medium rare, but I still really enjoyed it. The ambiance was nice and inviting, and the service was okay. Overall, a tasty meal and I'd definitely come back.

    2 chicken skewers of each chicken Koobideh? But only got 3 out of 6 skewers of chicken Koobideh. I'm very sad and hungry still.
    Susann M.

    I ordered ubereats. There is obviously statements of 2 chicken Koobideh for each order. So I ordered 3 chicken koobidehs which suppose to come in 6 skewers of chicken Koobideh. I also order 1 beef Koobideh. Waited 55 minutes. Not enough foods for my sister and I. This is false menu and deception. Where are 3 other chicken koobidehs?

    Tomahawk
    Stephen K.

    This is an amazing steakhouse that I never knew existed. Ambience was great. Service was fantastic and the food was delicious. Not much more to say. The tomahawk was enough to feed three people with moderate appetites (but if you're an athlete you could probably finish the tomahawk by yourself). Highly recommend this place and will definitely be taking friends and family here.

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    Joyce L.

    Enjoyed both the excellent Persian cuisine and warm ambiance, but our particular server's repeated attempts to upsell us on additional dishes was slightly off-putting... As it was, the portions were quite hearty, yielding abundant leftovers for our party of 2. Our picks: Appetizers - Mast o Khiar (yogurt & cucumber dip) - Grilled Octopus Entrees - Chicken & Beef Kabob Combo (boneless chicken, beef koobideh, grilled tomato) - for an upcharge, we substituted Persian "Shirazi" Salad (tomato, persian cucumber, onion, lemon dressing) for the basmati & saffron rice that usually accompanies this dish - Ghormeh Sabzi (herb, beef, dried limes, kidney beans, rice) Dessert - Dubai Cheesecake - Turkish Coffee

    I've been here several times now, including for anniversaries and birthdays, and they're always so thoughtful. They even leave a little card for special occasions, which is such a sweet touch. After a few more visits over the past two years, here's an update on some of the dishes we've tried: Starters & Sides - Ash Reshteh: Good, but it felt like a milder version of the sabzi with noodles. I'd recommend getting the sabzi instead. - Bread Basket: They've made the basket a little smaller and there are fewer bread choices now, but the chutney and butter are still really good. - Garlic Mash: Delicious, buttery, and incredibly soft. It can be a little too rich if you're ordering several other dishes for the table, though. - Baghali Polo: A bit too dry with a pretty heavy dill flavor. - Crab Cake: Flaky and good, but it's only one crab cake for $25 and didn't feel like it was worth the price - Raspberry Crush (drink): Delicious! - Indigo Bloom (drink): Delicious! Steaks (all steaks come served with garlic butter (that they torch right there and then), salt flakes, and potatoes) - Bone-In NY: Pretty good -- chewy, meaty, and satisfying. - Cowboy: Not bad, but definitely not as good as some of the other steaks. - Filet Mignon: Absolutely incredible. Probably the best thing I've ever had in my entire life. - Ribeye: Very good and incredibly soft. Overall, I'm still looking forward to coming back and trying more things from the menu. After several visits, there are definitely some standout dishes, and the thoughtful service for special occasions makes the experience even better!

    joojeh chicken
    Alan R.

    Excellent customer service.Clean establishment classy atmosphere. We ordered oysters,cowboy ribeye,joojeh chicken, creamy gnocchi, chocolate dome cake and bread pudding. Everything was delicious.

    Zeynep E.

    Arya Steakhouse feels like one of those hidden gems you're glad you discovered. It's more low-key compared to bigger steakhouse chains, but the quality absolutely holds its own. The steaks were cooked perfectly -- tender, flavorful, and exactly how we asked. You can tell they focus on doing the basics really well, without overcomplicating things. What stood out to me most was the atmosphere. It's elegant but not overly formal, which makes it perfect for both date nights and relaxed dinners. Service was warm and attentive, and the staff made sure everything flowed smoothly throughout the meal. Overall, if you're looking for a high-quality steakhouse in Palo Alto without the overwhelming crowd or hype, Arya is definitely worth trying.

    I came to Arya for my birthday dinner and I genuinely had such a wonderful time. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was beautiful and everyone was so kind, welcoming, and attentive throughout the evening. I especially want to thank Adrian for being so friendly, helpful, and attentive. His kindness really stood out and made the experience even more special for me. I truly appreciate all the effort your team put into making my birthday dinner such a memorable one. I'll definitely be coming back again! Thank you so much for a lovely evening and for making my birthday feel extra special!

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    Private Dinning Room Can accommodate how many customers?

    Arya Steakhouse offers elegant private and semi-private dining for corporate meetings, celebrations, and special occasions. The Shiraz Room accommodates up to 30 guests, while the Executive Room seats up to 15 for more intimate gatherings. Both… 

    Can we bring our own wine and what is the corkage fee?

    Yes! You're welcome to bring your own wine. Our corkage fee is $45 per bottle.

    What is parking like? Do we look for street parking or is there a lot close by?

    You can park on the street, but there are plenty of lots near by.

    Is there a bar?

    Yes! We offer the full menu at the bar.

    Do you have Happy Hour, Jessica, menu?

    We do not have happy hour.

    Is there dairy in your meats, like butter?

    No dairy in the steaks, some of the kabobs have yogurt.

    Do you have halal meat options?

    Yes! The entire menu is halal. Thank you!

    Is the Redwood City location closed?

    Hello, Yes we have moved to our new location 140 university Ave in Palo Alto,

    Do you still have belly dancer on weekends?

    Arya Steakhouse does not offer live music or belly dancing. We provide a quiet, elegant dining atmosphere where guests can enjoy exceptional cuisine, attentive service, and meaningful conversation in a refined setting.

    Is patio seating available? Can't seem to specify that in OpenTable and don't want to be charged $25 for cancelled reservation if there's no patio seating available

    Hi, I'm pretty sure they do but just in case please call them via the phone number listed in Yelp. They're really good peeps and the quality of the service and good is really good! Cheers!

    Is the new location even open? Open Table don't seem to work. Phone number doesn't seem to work.

    Hello, we will open soon, approximately August 9, waiting on final inspections this week.

    What is the corkage fee?

    Not sure

    Is this restaurant a buffet restaurant on any normal day? Because I see a lot of buffet pictures posted here.

    I've been there for dinner many times. Including during Covid. Not buffet at dinner.

    Are all the dishes halal?

    Yes, the entire menu is halal please call for the herb butter sauce for steaks.

    Do you allow dogs in the outdoor patio area?

    Yes, we do allow dogs, outdoor.

    Are the burgers and pizza halal? Halal as in halal slaughtered?

    The beef is from Harris Ranch which is hand slaughtered halal. Not sure about the chicken

    Do you still have the Margarita Pizza?

    Yes we do have Pizza on our menu.

    How is the brunch/buffet here?

    Hello, We have a brunch menu every weekend, on Mothers day we have a brunch buffet with our favorites on the buffet.

    Are the streaks Halal?

    Hello, We carry a Halal New York Steak, and also all of our kabobs are halal.

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    Sundance The Steakhouse - Our Famous Dry Vodka Martini with Jumbo Spanish Olives.

    Sundance The Steakhouse

    3.9(1.8k reviews)
    1.3 mi
    •$$$$
    Family-owned & operated
    Takes reservations

    OMG, this place was amazing! A friend took me here, and from the moment I walked in, I felt like I…read morehad been transported somewhere else. It has this incredibly upscale, old-school supper club atmosphere with a touch of vintage Vegas glamour. There's memorabilia displayed throughout in beautiful glass cases, but everything is done in such a classy way that it adds to the whole experience. Our table wasn't quite ready when we arrived, so we had a round of Lemon Drops in the bar area. They were probably some of the best I've ever had--just the right balance of sweet and tangy. The seating is somewhat close together, but we were in a booth and somehow it still felt like we were in our own little world. My friends ordered steak and scallops, while I had the lobster, and everything was delicious. The service was exactly what you would expect from a restaurant like this--attentive, professional, and above par. We were celebrating my friend's birthday, and they brought us a mud pie for dessert. We were all pretty full because we had enjoyed our dinners so much, but obviously we couldn't pass that up! We shared it, and it was the perfect ending to the meal. This is definitely a special-occasion kind of place. It's pricey, but I wouldn't say outrageously so considering the quality of the food, service, and overall experience. It really feels like you're going somewhere special rather than simply going out to dinner. I would absolutely come back for another celebration--or just an excuse to have another Lemon Drop!

    Phenomenal steak house! Our kids just finished Stanford baseball golf summer camp so we decided to…read morecome here for dinner. It was excellent that my kids were able to come in their baseball uniform in their golf attire. Family of five was quickly seated. My son loves all the baseball sports things in here. Very friendly and cozy. Two steaks both medium rare.. was a five star hit! I loved my Seabass. It was the best fish I have had in a long time. My compliments were given to the kitchen with a nice tip. I love the creamed spinach here. Our picky little toddler really enjoyed the pasta. It was a homemade marinara sauce. Best marinara sauce! We will be back for 2027 summer Stanford baseball and dine at our new fav steakhouse!

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    Our House Specialty since 1974. Standard Cut of Slow Roasted Prime Rib.

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    Sundance The Steakhouse - 1921 El Camino Real, Palo Alto

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    Sekoya - mini cookies

    Sekoya

    4.3(192 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    Sekoya is fantastic. I've been here 3 times and the food has always been stellar. When you go, ask…read moreto be seated with Marley or Kim. They are excellent servers. They helped guide us through the menu and we're really knowledgeable about the dishes. I also had the pleasure of meeting the new chef on my most recent visit, he is passionate and energetic, I look forward to returning to sees what he comes up with next. Highlights: The Beef Tongue skewer, my sister said it was the best she'd ever had. The Embered Scallops, presented beautifully in the shell with a dreamy chili cognac butter A Tie between the Chocolate Tart and the Bread Pudding. Save room for dessert! Honorable: Housemade Parker Rolls ( get the whipped ricotta and mascarpone) Cons: The music can be a little loud in the back room for conversation. (Request the front room or outside for a more mellow experienced) The plastic chairs in the from dining room, they look great, they feel like I'm at a company picnic. (I like to be balanced, no one is perfect) Overall Sekoya is one of my favorite new spots in Palo Alto and I can't wait to keep bringing friends and family there. ( and bugging the chef until he brings back some variation of the Tempura Mushrooms they used to have!)

    $165 before tip: 2 Amber Hour prix fixe menus, including 1 dry-aged steak up-charge, plus 1…read moreKickstart cocktail. 3.6 stars rounded up. The first course was a bit of a mixed bag. The Ahi was a fair portion for what I expected from the prix fixe menu. The flavor was nicely balanced, and the fish was beautifully seared while remaining tender inside. Overall, a well-executed dish. The Hamachi, unfortunately, wasn't something I'd order again. The fish flavor was unusually pronounced in a way that wasn't particularly pleasant. It came across as slightly off and overshadowed the rest of the dish. The second course was also mixed. The Bavette steak is a cut fairly close to skirt steak, and it's one where preparation, cooking, and especially slicing can make or break the experience. Unfortunately, this one arrived closer to medium-rare despite my requesting medium. More importantly, it was sliced with the grain. The steak had good beefy flavor, but being undercooked for my preference and sliced with the grain made it exceptionally chewy. I'm also not a fan of having steak pre-sliced before it reaches the table. I prefer to let a steak rest for 5-10 minutes before cutting so the juices can redistribute. In a commercial kitchen, I don't see this happening, also if the steak like this is going to be sliced before serving, I'd prefer it be sliced against the grain. The dry-aged New York strip was much better. It arrived sliced into strips and was cooked exactly to the requested medium. The aging process brought out a pronounced, beefy flavor, and the portion was a good size. There was some gristle, as you'd expect with a New York strip, but here I would have preferred some of the tougher exterior gristle to have been trimmed a bit more aggressively before cooking. Dessert was the highlight of the meal. The pastry/dessert chef is working at a level above the other courses. I rarely order chocolate desserts because chocolate has become just so vanilla as a safe, uninspired and predictable choice. That was absolutely not the case here. The dark chocolate tart was outstanding. It was intensely rich and unapologetically dark, with a depth of chocolate flavor that made it much more interesting than the typical chocolate dessert. The portion was surprisingly generous considering how powerful the dish was. The butterscotch pudding with fresh fruit was equally impressive, but in a completely different direction. My first thought was, fruit and butterscotch? Those aren't two flavors that play well together. But the pairing seemed audacious enough that there had to be a reason for it, and there was. The fruit was clearly selected with care, and the quality showed. The butterscotch pudding was beautifully made. It was firm enough to hold its shape, but exceptionally smooth, with a gentle, well-controlled sweetness. Each component tasted great on its own, but combining them was where the dish really came alive. The fruit's brightness and acidity cut through the richness of the butterscotch, creating a surprisingly balanced combination. That dessert alone is worth coming back for. Service was outstanding. We were never rushed, and the pacing felt very natural. Courses came out when we were ready rather than being pushed along. The staff was friendly, attentive, and worked together seamlessly. Environmentally, the wood themed interior (think sequoia) is attractive, the beverage menu is a wood binder the the plates have a tree slice, wood-cookie, cross-cut look. Although it can get cold. There's a ceiling register that sends air directly down the wall and onto the tops of your head, neck, and shoulders. If you're sensitive to cold air, your table location may make a difference. And while they do change silverware between courses, they also place silverware directly on the table. All-in-all a good dining experience with the edges to clean-up.

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    Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

    Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

    3.8(1.8k reviews)
    0.4 mi
    •$$$$

    We went to Fleming's tonight for our anniversary dinner, and what a treat it was! We usually visit…read morethe Santa Clara location, but decided to try the Palo Alto location for the first time. We are so happy we did - the experience was wonderful, and the staff made the evening truly special. From the welcoming hostess, to the bartender, and finally our server, Justin, everyone made us feel appreciated and taken care of. Justin was friendly, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable. We were surprised when he shared that he had only been working there for less than a month because he carried himself with the confidence, professionalism, and warmth of someone who had been there much longer. The food was fantastic, but the service is what truly made our anniversary celebration memorable. Justin went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect, and his genuine enthusiasm really stood out. We also felt especially welcomed when the manager, Sohiel, stopped by our table to greet us and spent some time chatting. He shared how proud he is to be part of the team, and his warmth, passion, and genuine energy were truly appreciated. We had such a wonderful evening and will definitely be returning to the Palo Alto location. Thank you

    Nice ambiance and good sides but terrible value for money…read more Came here for a birthday dinner with a large party. I ordered the $85 prime dry aged ribeye. The server brought out what was obviously a New York strip but try to convince me it was what I ordered. He took it back to the kitchen and said the chef confirmed it. Aside from the obvious visual difference, I cut into it and it was clearly a New York. I asked a different server and he immediately confirmed it was a New York and took it back. (I'm not a fussy eater and I would've been fine eating the New York. But I'm not fine with being gaslit and overpaying for something I didn't order) Once I got the ribeye, everyone else was near done with their meals. The ribeye was underwhelming and over seasoned with way too much salt. I ordered medium rare and it was closer to medium well. Based on other dry aged cuts I've had, it did not taste or have the texture of a dry aged steak. Given the earlier New York experience, I wouldn't be surprised if it wasn't. On a separate note, my wife ordered a cocktail that took over half an hour to come out near the end of our meal. She had actually forgotten about it. Aside from those issues, the service was great. Everyone was friendly, attentive and accommodating. The sides and apps were also very good and probably the best part of the meal. We had brussel sprouts, loaded potato, corn, bread with lavender butter, onion rings, cheesy potatoes, and burrata.

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    La Bodeguita Del Medio - Potato croquetas

    La Bodeguita Del Medio

    4.0(2.2k reviews)
    1.6 mi
    •$$$

    Well - the last review I wrote for this place was in 2012 and consistency is key with this place!!…read more We brought friends here for lunch and they really loved the food and I suspect they will be back with their family! :) Hubby and I started our meal sharing the Plantain Crusted Goat Cheese Salad - AMAZING and DELICIOUS!! Two disks of goat cheese is coated with this crunchy plantain crust - so when you cut into it the goat cheese melts out gooey - then you take a piece and eat it with the salad greens which are PERFECTLY dressed (cause I HATE over dressed salads) - it was creamy, crunchy, and AMAZING. This is definitely a great way to start our food adventure!! I just HAD to get my Arzzo con Pollo and I'm SO GLAD I did - it did not disappoint - exactly as I remembered it over a decade. Definitely need to come back here more often! Chicken so tender, rice so flavorful - with the sweet baked plantains and that delicious sauce. Flavor bomb in the mouth for SURE!!! I know other dishes here are good too but I honestly crave this one.... Hubby and GF had the Tierra y Mar. I snuck some of the sofrito mashed potatoes off hubby's plate - it's SO GOOD... i could eat a whole bowl of just that!! And then there's the delicious tender and perfectly cooked marinated skirt steak! YUM... The coconut crusted shrimp was delicious as well but I feel like it was a bit over cooked - I mostly tasted the coconut crust. Hubby LOVED the asparagus - just the perfect accompaniment to the overall dish! Hubby and GF both LOVED this dish!! GF hubby got the lunch appetizer specials - he got the CdP Snack (Chicharrones de Pollo - appetizer side of their popcorn chicken with Cuban spices), the Camerones Pequenos (fried shrimp) and their side Coleslaw. He devoured everything and loved it. We ended our meal with their Key Lime Tart and it was delicious. Not too tart, not too sweet - a perfect bite! Overall we had an amazing time. The only thing that struck me was at lunch they aren't as careful about things - like for some reason we had to eat our main course meals with a salad/dessert fork and butter knife. Hubby wasn't pleased with the fork so he got a regular fork - and then when we got our steak and chicken we couldn't cut them with the butter knife and had to chase down our waiter for steak knives. I remember when we used to go for dinner - they automatically gave us the right utensils with the meal. That did take away a bit from the overall experience when you can't cut your meat and have to chase down the waiter... But overall the staff cleared plates, made sure our water was filled at all times and was overall courteous. Am definitely coming back and THANK YOU again for making sure my cravings were fulfilled and the food was EXACTLY as I remembered it!

    I want to start by saying this review is specifically about my experience with Lara -- not the…read morerestaurant as a whole. Everyone else we interacted with was fantastic, and the food itself was delicious. I've been here countless times as I work across the street and I've never had any issues. Setting that aside, here's what happened. My group was meeting another company for a lunch they had organized, and going in, we didn't know who we were meeting, who the reservation might be under, or if there even was one -- think of it like a corporate blind date. When we approached the host stand, we gave a few names we thought a reservation might be under and were upfront and apologetic that we weren't sure, but were trying to figure it out together. Lara's response was to ask, in an unbelievably condescending tone, if this was our "first time at a restaurant." She then pointed to a corporate group on the patio and said, "why don't you ask them? You're adults." Once we found our group, we came back inside to ask about getting a larger table for six. The person who'd organized the lunch apologized and explained he hadn't realized he needed a reservation as he didn't know how many would attend the lunch. Lara told him that was "restaurant 101" and that they had no tables available for a party of six (despite the interior being completely empty from what we could see). A few minutes later, other staff pushed two tables together -- clearly we were not the first party of six to ever eat here. After scanning other Yelp reviews, there are some going back over a decade (!) talking about how rude and condescending Lara is. I'm sorry to report things haven't changed.

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    La Bodeguita Del Medio - Wall Artwork

    Wall Artwork

    La Bodeguita Del Medio - Tierra y Mar ( surf and turf)

    Tierra y Mar ( surf and turf)

    La Bodeguita Del Medio - Wall Artwork

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    Ethel's Fancy - coconut fritters

    Ethel's Fancy

    4.4(423 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    •$$$

    Oh yeah..... Such a great experience. Yelp last minute find for Saturday evening last minute…read morereservation. Dined outside on small street side patio. Weather was perfect. California with Asian flair. Food is carefully prepared, creative, fresh, local, and delicious. Loved the sesame pancakes with trout meringue and avocado (my description LOL), yellowfin tuna and rice, and beef dumplings. Absolutely delicious. The desert was pistachio with fresh blueberries and ice cream. One of the best I've ever had. Wine service and list is proper and lots of offering from the great state of California as you would expect. The Poe bubbles was exceptional and paired perfectly. Tea service is a definitely worth enjoying. For the locals, this is amazing. For travelers like us, a golden find. Cheers!

    A nice vibrant, modern asian fusion eatery, with a great selection if small bites and shareable…read morefood for the table, everything from delectable milk bread to fresh and fried seafood. Definitely a family style dinner, order multiple things to try! Made a reservation couple weeks in advance for a week night dinner for 2. Celebrated our anniversary and couldn't be more happy we came to Ethel's Fancy. Service was great, everyone was friendly and explained the menu and process. Helped making some personal recommendations and the food came out quickly. The only dish that came out very slowly was the dessert, we did wait about 25 - 30 minutes just for the softserve, but all other dishes came out in a moderate time. Rouge de Bordeaux Milk Bread, comes with cultured amazake butter and some salt. Comes out super warm, puffy, and soft. Very nice pull and the butter is super decadent. Very great take on a japanese shokupan, we were hesitant at first, but it makes for a good appetizer 5:5 Warm Sesame Pancakes were like those mini sesame mochi pancakes at chinese dim sum, but the texture was slightly airy. The sauce to accompany it was unlike anything i've had, smoked trout, avocado and yuzu. The avocado was not over powering and the cream on top was whipped. Amazing pairing. 5/5 Sashimi of Kanpachi, japanese cucumber salad as the base and dressing with the kanpachi sashimi. I will say this was the weakest dish of the night. While still good, it was a bit too tart, it overpowered the other natural flavors. Fish was still very good, tender and not fishy, but again, over powered but all the tartness in the dish. 3/5 Yellowfin Tuna on sushi rice - this was a great shareable plate of upscale poke. The tuna was great, no fishy taste, perfectly seasoned and the smoked kira had an amazing pop of flavor. Very rich and decadent dish, absolutely loved the harmony of a slight smokey flavor to the nice rich, umami savoriness. 5/5 Crispy Caledonian Prawns - Absolute star of the night. We could not stop talking about these prawns. Big plump prawns, fried perfectly, where the prawn itself was not dry but the shell had a shatteringly crispy exterior definitely slightly coated with a starch to give it a nice crunch. The chili ramp sunomono was a great touch, not spicy at all but added a great touch of flavor that complimented the crispy prawns. Could devour plates of these! 6/5! Sword-Fish Katsu Style - A great take with sword fish, flakey but not overcooked, great thin crispy katsu. Accompanied by kumquat and cauliflower, helps cut down the greasiness. The sauce with it was a buttery tart sauce. This was a lot better where the tartness helped the fried fish. It was like eating a fried fish burger without the buns. I really enjoyed this one. 5/5 Lastly we ordered a softserve with peaches, shokupan croutons and a caramel dressing. We had to wait about 25 minutes just for the small softserve so we were a bit surprised as other dishes came out relatively quickly or in an orderly fashion. It still tasted great as a little small dessert but definitely was surprised by how long it took. 3/5 Overall, we were very happy with our experience at Ethel's and it definitely lives up to the standard it sets. I can't wait for other new dishes to try and come back in the future.

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    Ethel's Fancy - Open kitchen view from the bar seating

    Open kitchen view from the bar seating

    Ethel's Fancy - Warm sesame pancake

    Warm sesame pancake

    Ethel's Fancy - Kampachi Crudo ($26)

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    Kampachi Crudo ($26)

    The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse - Amuse-buche

    The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse

    4.1(1.4k reviews)
    3.4 mi
    •$$$$

    First time here and I loved it! Took my sisters out for their bday dinner (even though mine had…read morejust passed). So it was a 3way bday dinner. Food was amazing! Love the service! The servers were amazing and very attentive. The place was stunning, I almost felt under dressed but then a guy in sweats walked in and I felt better! Also love that they didn't judge and still allowed people to come and dine here even in scrubs.

    I've been to The Sea many times, especially when they first opened, and I've always enjoyed coming…read morehere. I was a big fan of their Cougar cocktail, which unfortunately they no longer have, and their Mero sea bass used to be one of my favorites. Sadly, even the sea bass doesn't seem to be as good as I remember it and was just so-so this time around. That being said, I'm disappointed to say that we had a pretty frustrating experience tonight. My husband and I had been looking forward to trying their prime rib special, and because we were making a long drive specifically for it, he called earlier that same day to ask if we needed to reserve the prime rib in advance. The woman he spoke with told him there was no need and that it should still be available when we arrived. Unfortunately, when we got there, we were told the prime rib was completely sold out. My husband was especially disappointed because we had called ahead specifically to avoid this exact situation. Had we been told there was a chance it would sell out or that we should arrive earlier, we would have planned accordingly or chosen somewhere else for dinner. What made the experience even more disappointing was that there didn't seem to be much effort to make the situation better after we explained that we had called ahead. We completely understand that specials can sell out, but after being reassured over the phone and making the long drive, it left a bad impression and honestly made the evening feel like a waste of a trip.

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    The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse - One of our privat edining rooms.

    One of our privat edining rooms.

    The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse - Easter Special.

    Easter Special.

    The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse - Seared Mero (Wild - Hawaii).

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    Seared Mero (Wild - Hawaii).

    Evvia Estiatorio - Whole Fish

    Evvia Estiatorio

    4.3(3.2k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    •$$$

    Very homey feel and cozy retaurant feel which is normal for Greek restaurants…read more The octopus had to be one of the most tender I've ever tried. Simply seasoned and with a little bit of lemon OMG . I can have 3 plates of just the octopus . They had a corn special with feta cheese i think and it was also equally good. Salty and sweet perfectbalance of flavors My date order the mousaka (sorry if I spelled that wrong ) it was very flavorful with the lamb and the eggplant omg My dish was the lamb chops I don't think you should go beyond medium rare and maybe if you must medium nothing further or you won't enjoy the chops. Cooked on the open flame like that really does increase the flavor. For desert the homemade vanilla ice cream and baklava with honey just a perfect ending to a wonderful meal One of the best restaurants In Palo Alto and they know it

    Everything was so flavorful it's hard to know where to start with this review. The zucchini chips…read morewere crispy and not too greasy. It's easy to get full just on those, so I paced myself! The spanakopita was delicate and the layers were perfection. The crisp was unbelievable. The flatbread pretty much deserves its own review, that's how delicious it was. It was hands down my favorite! The lamb chops were that melt-in-your-mouth delicacy that makes you happy to have taste buds! Unfortunately, I do not recommend the meatballs. They were really bland, lacking any seasoning (including salt). The disappointment was real, but it's hard to remain disappointed when everything else was beyond tasty. Oh - this is a me thing - I don't think I'll ever order a Greek coffee again. I found out that I like my coffee 100% liquid, no shadow of coffee grounds to be found... So, in essence, not Greek coffee. Now as to the dessert, I almost did a happy dance! I had the yogurt sorbet, which was delicate, flavorful, and a memorable delight. Service was phenomenal. I left too full, happy as a clam, and excited to write them a well-deserved 5-star review

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    Evvia Estiatorio - Inside area

    Inside area

    Evvia Estiatorio - Galatoboureko - half order shown

    Galatoboureko - half order shown

    Evvia Estiatorio - Lamb Chops

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    Lamb Chops

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