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    4.2 (875 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Cabernet
    Hemanth G.

    Visited Italico as it topped list of Italian restaurants in Palo Alto area to celebrate a milestone. Reserved online via open table and later called to request time change as we might run late. Pretty packed on a weekday evening and lively ambiance. Ordered a bottle of Italian Cabernet which was pretty good recommendation from our server. Ordered appetizer calamari- okay compared to other places(bland side) but good portion size Ravioli pasta, margherita pizza and special entree pesce del Giorno- all items were fresh and tasty. Service was on spot and complimentary dessert was served to celebrate our occasion and in a small talk, server indicated he was getting married next day . Gave a huge tip for the warm n friendly service as well as for his upcoming big day! Few Italian places we have been normally serve some bread and house olive oil...this was noticeable for a hungry bunch Parking is plenty across public structure near by.

    Cacio e Pepe
    Edith H.

    My review is way over due. iTalico is one of my favorite restaurants in Palo Alto! The management team is super friendly and they treat their customers very well. Everytime we dine here, we see the management team talk to the customers like they are friends. Menu changes seasonally but some of my favorites are- Frittelle- fried pizza dough, it is so good with the burrata and prosciutto Cacio e Pepe - they make it right in front of your table. Super simple but so tasty Pizza- all very good, their dough is delicous Ambiance- It is very nice inside and they also have a private room which you can book for private/large parties

    Appetizers
    Shobhana V.

    I went to Italico for a private event - I loved the vibe - easy parking, great wine and cheese. The zucchini lasagna was an excellent as was the service. Plenty of vegetarian options and good public parking nearby.

    Frittelle Fried pizza dough, stracciatella di burrata, prosciutto di Parma Rovagnati 24months
    Derek S.

    Came by for dinner the other night and it was a decent experience. Made a reservation and our table was ready upon arrival. Dining is available in the dining room, at the bar, or outdoors on the patio. There appears to be a private room set up for parties too. iTalico used to be in the Michelin guide and the restaurant is somewhat misleading stating that they are a Michelin rated restaurant on the menu when they are no longer featured in the latest version...ethics? Started off with the fritelle fried pizza dough and it was the highlight of the evening with super light pizza dough, super tasty burrata along with some prosciutto. This was suggested by our waiter, whom was fantastic! For the mains, opted for the ribeye which was decent. Requested this medium rare and it turned out as such. It was also pre-cut which was a nice touch. The char on the steak was minimal...bummer. The marbling on the steak was also mediocre. The green beans were tasty though. The Paccheri Rustichella pasta was tasty and was served with some braised ribeye and vegetables. The side of shrimp were quite tasty and flavorful! Ended the meal with a trio of desserts, the tiramisu, the vanilla gelato, along with the pistacchio torte, all of which were excellent. The tiramisu had a ton of espresso making me wired for the rest of the evening! ;) There is a 3.5% employer surcharge making the meal at ~$120/head after tax and gratuity for dinner.

    Kids' olives and cheese mickey mouse-shaped pizza.
    Julio G.

    I walked in with my son right when they opened and ordered the Diavola pizza along with the Mickey Mouse-shaped kids' pizza. I've had Diavola pizzas at other places before and have always been able to customize them a bit. This time, I found out I couldn't. I wanted to add pepperoni, but they don't offer it, and I also asked about adding feta or goat cheese. It felt like even asking for modifications was a bit of an inconvenience. That said, the pizza itself was good. The dough had great flavor and was one of the highlights of the meal. After my pizza arrived, my server offered a spicy olive oil to make it hotter. I appreciated the suggestion, but it didn't quite hit the spot for me. As soon as they opened, the restaurant got busy, which tells me it's a popular place. I was the second party seated, but I received my food after several guests who arrived a few minutes later. My server was cordial throughout the visit. One thing that stood out to me was that the manager or owner seemed to be making the rounds and interacting with many guests, but never once stopped by our table to say hello or welcome us. Maybe it was nothing, but I couldn't help wondering if I was being judged for showing up in a T-shirt and tennis shoes. Overall, if you're ever in town, you'll find good pizza here. Is it the best pizza I've had? No. But it's definitely a solid option and will satisfy the craving.

    Porchetta
    Kit W.

    I really enjoyed iTalico! It gets super busy on Fri/Sat but they have delicious pizza and pasta. Sister restaurant to Terun. Service was prompt and knowledgeable. Food was generously proportioned and delicious. I don't eat out for Italian very often since I make a pretty decent pasta sauce at home but their pasta was soooo delicious it was well worth it. I'd recommend sharing since everything was good. The seasonal truffle pasta had tons of truffle and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The pizza... it was delicious but I could have used a touch more crustyness - maybe was taken out a hair too early? But the burrata was really good. The Porchetta was fork tender and delicious

    Everything was so good!
    Stephen D.

    Had a great time at iTalico! My family brought me here to celebrate my birthday and the servers here made my birthday dinner a cozy and fun one! Food was awesome: all the pastas we tried were nice and al dente, bread and calamari were delish as well. The real star of the show for me was the pizza! We ordered the pizza topped with prosciutto, parmesan, and truffle oil, and it was crispy, chewy, and cheesy in all the right ways!! Although we were a party of 7, all the food came out super quickly, and the servers were very warm and attentive. We were also seated in the back near the fireplace so it felt semi-private, allowing us to catch up and enjoy some family bonding time without being distracted by any foot traffic. Overall, I'd recommend this spot to anyone looking for delicious pizza and a cozy but elevated ambiance!

    Tricolore pizza. All the toppings were clustered in the middle of the pizza, strangely.
    Danielle C.

    I came here with some friends for a birthday dinner and felt like this place was mediocre. I left feeling unsatisfied. Service was.... Okay. They were a bit slow in taking our orders. They would come by to switch our plates out and give us the food but not much else beyond that. I don't need a lot of service usually but maybe a checking in at least once to see if everything is okay would have been nice. I cannot recommend the pizzas here. We tried the Diavola pizza and the structural integrity of the pizza was awful. Everything kept sliding off the pizza and the crust was a bit wet. The flavors were actually ... not bad but I can't get over how awful this pizza was put together. I got the tricolore pizza and also can't recommend it. The ingredient list sounded interesting but then when it was presented it looked horrendous. For whatever reason ALL the toppings (arugula, tomatoes, and burrata) were clustered in the middle of the pizza. I've never EVER seen pizza presented like this before. I had to take a fork to spread everything out. I also felt like a pizza with tomato sauce should probably have regular cheese on it so that the toppings could stay on better. Maybe it's just the style of this pizza but it was a bit weird biting into the pizza with mostly tomato sauce at parts. Also parts of the pizza tasted bitter/burnt. I would not get this again. The meatball appetizer was okay. Nothing special. I tried the risotto and felt like it was... okay. I think it could have used a bit more salt or something in the rice. The dessert was decent. We tried the panna cotta, salted caramel gelato, and tiramisu. I felt like the tiramisu cake flavor was ok (very very strong espresso). The texture of the bottom cake was kind of funky? Perhaps too wet? I liked the panna cotta and gelato. Both had nice flavors. This place also charges 3.5% for employee health benefits on your receipt. Overall, I left feeling a bit disappointed by my experience and I'm not sure I'd be rushing back anytime soon. The cheese wheel does sounds interesting but it's only on Sunday and Wednesday.

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    Sangeeta P.

    I attended a law networking event at this restaurant on a week night around 6pm. The place is in Palo Alto at the end of a street with lots of restaurants. Apple maps will take you to the the alley behind the restaurant which is a bit confusing but there is parking garage on the other side of the street of the restaurant. There is plenty of outside seating as well as a large room that you walk into the restaurant and a separate room to the left. The inside was closed off the private event but it was very busy outside with all the tables full. There is long bar on the right as you walk in with very attentive bartenders. We started with drinks and some appetizers - bread, sliced ham and a salad. The food was very tasty - the bread was chewy but not too much with the meat pairing very well with it and the salad was topped with potato chips, I had never seen that but I loved the crunch!. We networked for about an hour before dinner was served. Dinner was vegetarian pasta, gnocchi with bacon topping, calamari and a couple of other dishes. Every dish was delicious, with plenty of food served. It was hard to choose which dish was my favorite but the calamari was the spotlight - crisp without being oily. The bread was chewy and doughy and not over baked. I did not stay for the dessert but it sounded delicious. The best part of the whole night was the service, the staff were very involved and were walking around making sure everyone was taken care of. The bar was always busy but there were plenty of bartenders to help. I had a glass of champagne when I arrived and then chardonnay with dinner - both were outstanding. When someone asked if the gnocchi was vegetarian, within 5 minutes they had served a dish without the bacon topping. There was standing only in the main room but tables in the room to the left and as we sat down to dinner, someone was coming around constantly to remove plates, fill glasses etc. It was very pleasant evening with excellent food and drinks!!

    Tiramisu
    Samantha S.

    Came on a weekday night during the holidays with my bestie on the terun bike club :) There's a parking deck a short block away for easy parking. We made a reservation an hour before and were seated promptly. Service was excellent. Restaurant is a bit loud when it gets crowded but not too bad. We got the spritz to share, was super good and big! My favorite thing we tried was the frittelle - appetizer. Highly recommend if you love burrata and Proscuitto. For mains we both got the paccheri. I thought the beef was a little dry but was still very good. For dessert we shared the tiramisu. Overall I had a great time at this restaurant and would for sure come back.

    Frittura Mista (calamari, shrimp, sardines)
    Jason M.

    Came here on 5/17 for a birthday celebration. Table was ready by the time we reserved. Servers were attentive. We ordered the Frittura Mista and the Tuna Tartare. Both were good, but for a party of 7 there wasn't as much crostini bread. Also the Frittura Mista only came with 4 shrimp. A handful of calamari and sardines though. Nonetheless, they were a good starter. We then ordered 2 pizzas. They came with about 6 medium slices. The bottom of the pizza didn't hold so I had to be a true Italian and eat it with a knife and fork. Of the 2, the San Daniele was the better one. I ordered the Sangria Bianca. Didn't taste the alcohol but I guess that's what gets you. For our personal entrees, I got the risotto special which was seafood. Pretty good. Dessert time. We ordered 2 of the pistachio cakes for the birthday celebrants. For the table, we ordered the Bomboloni. Fried doughnuts with Nutella inside. I got the tartufo. Not the same as tartufo I've tried it Italy but still good. The place itself was decently sized. Parking at the nearby parking garage behind the building is free. Less than a 5 minute walk. Inside, there's 2 sides. The place was busy. They also have a bar but I didn't see anyone sit there. All in all, good food. It's pricey, but worth it.

    Pasta menu
    Dianna W.

    A classic Italian restaurant in the downtown of Palo Alto. Most of the tables are inside seating . We came here for a company sponsored dinner with a group of 15 . We got to seat outside under the sun shield canopy . The evening air was cool and good ventilation. It started with cheese and prosciutto and thin pizza dough bread as appetizers. We got to choose soft drinks or wines . Fried calamari , prawn and baked Brussels sprouts were great to have before the dinner . We got another salad to go with the main course. There were a list of main dishes to choose from : grilled rib eyes , salmon , Italians pasta , etc Most of us chose the steak and they were over cooked . Medium rare became a medium or almost well done . The quality of the steaks were supreme . That was a miss ! Grilled salmon and pasta were great dishes . We were too full to enjoy the tiramisu dessert . We asked for a to go box and took the desserts home . Great customers service. Lovely ambiance inside and outside . Would like to try other items on the menu next time .

    BRESAOLA
    Kendall D.

    Excellent service and food! We were given complementary prosecco and an appetizer. We had such delicious food and recommendations from the staff. They were attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly. We will definitely be coming back and recommend to our friends/family. They even remembered us from a previous trip to the restaurant and asked us about our trip to Italy that we mentioned to them previously. The restaurant has a nice private room that seems to be good for birthdays, anniversaries, or corporate dinners. Sound can carry in the restaurant and can get a little loud. Highlight for me was the gnocchi - so flavorful and cooked to perfection!!

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    Ask the Community - iTalico

    What days of the week is the table side Cacio a Pepe offered?

    Ciao ! We serve it every Wednesday and Sunday . Thank you so much

    What kind of flour is in the pizza dough?

    Caputo 00

    Any pasta dishes (with meat) that can be done dairy free?

    Hi, Yes, we can make the patty without cheese… 

    Hello, will you have a New Year's Eve dinner? And what will be your menu like?

    Ciao Hector Our special menu is not ready yet . We will also offer regular menu and close at 9pm .… 

    Cacio e pepe still available? Would love to try this week

    Hello , it is available Wednesday and Sunday. Look forward to see you Grazie

    Is the cacio e Pepe (the thing where they make the pasta inside the block of cheese) available anytime?

    Hello It is only available Wednesdays and Thursdays Thank you so much

    Is this restaurant kids friendly?

    Yes ! We love little ones

    Are you currently having live music?

    Hours open on Saturday?

    5 to 9.30pm Grazie

    Any gluten free options?

    Ciao, Yes Ribeye steak… 

    Can you accommodate large groups? Like 50?

    Yes we can: Info@italicorestaurant.com

    Does iTalico have a patio that allows small quiet dogs?

    Yes we do:) heated and covered

    We really enjoyed the olive oil. What type/brand is the olive oil that was served with bread?

    Barbera Frantoia EVO from Sicily :)

    Do they serve vegetarian risotto?

    Yes

    Any gluten free options?

    Not for bread, but plenty of salads and main dishes that are gluten free ?

    Is this kid friendly?

    We love kids

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    Haven Wine & Cheese

    Haven Wine & Cheese

    4.7(38 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    Women-owned & operated
    Minority-owned & operated

    Fish lovers rejoice!…read more Haven is located is small shopping area with probably 4 more business around. Parking is bit limited, but I was able to find parking a Saturday afternoon, since the other businesses did not have too much going on. Once you enter this space you will see a massive wall of tins to your right, and to your left there will a be a fridge with beer and other drinks. Also to your left a beautiful bar, that it's soft color palette will make you smile. We were greeted and helped by the owner. She used to work on HR and now she is following her passion. She is so friendly, and such a great host, that it almost felt like I was visiting a long term friend's business. Now the menu it's extensive with tins from Portugal, Spain, and many other places. Highly recommend that you consider making it a boards because the bread is so yummy. She made recommendations on wine pairings, but of course you pick. It was such a cool experience to pick tins, and chill by the bar. Super cool concept. If you are a fish lover this place is a must visit.

    We enjoyed our lunch experience at Haven, a wine bar located in the Menlo Park area…read more We shared: +a Tin Fish Board - served with pickled veggies, maldon salt, house chili oil, butter, chili threats, and a choice between country bread or potato chips - go for the bread; you get to choose your tin, so I recommend the IASA Spicy Anchovies in Olive Oil for a kick +the Bruleed Cana de Cabra - baguette with a French soft-ripened goat cheese and a raspberry-thyme gelee +and, the Mac & Cheese - prepared with mezzi rigatoni, house kimchi, 3 cheese mornay, and Parm breadcrumbs There is a nice drink menu, offering champagn, sparkling options, red/white/rose, beer, cider, spritz, and even low proof/non-alcoholic options. Staff and service were friendly, and the space is modern and clean. Try to get a counter seating! +wine and bites +friendly staff & service

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    La Boheme - Free baguette, but fresher will be better.

    La Boheme

    4.0(622 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    C'est un délice! Quite literally the place is great. The…read morephotos don't do justice for the ambiance. We sat and decided on calamari and steak frites for the table. The calamari was quite possibly the best I've had. Not overly fried and not your typical cheap rings. Great sauces on the side The steak was cooked perfectly to order and the sauce was great as well. Top it off with a great wine selection and fresh baguette to snack on. The owner is a kind Frenchwoman who pays attention to every detail. A huge bonus! I drove out of my way to eat here and would do so again!

    La Bohème is exactly the kind of place you hope to find when you're craving a true French dining…read moreexperience. I was not disappointed. The ingredients were fresh, beautifully balanced, and honestly so good I considered ordering another round. The bread was solid too -- perfectly crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside. We tried a range of dishes and everything delivered. The omelette stuffed with shrimp was generous and great value, the French onion soup, mussels, and entrecôte were all absolutely spot on, and the chocolate mousse to finish was delicious. Next time, I'm definitely coming back for the soufflé. Even the fruit bowl stood out -- you could tell it was freshly cut, with each fruit tasting crisp and distinct rather than blended together. It's those little details that really show care. The space itself is charming and cozy, with a lovely French ambiance. It's a medium-sized restaurant , with additional outdoor seating, and a decor that makes you want to linger. What really stood out, though, was the service. Absolutely top notch. You can tell the staff and chefs genuinely care about what they're doing -- and that makes all the difference. Honestly, I'm surprised it wasn't more packed -- it deserves to be. We'll absolutely be back to explore more

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    Terun Pizza

    Terun Pizza

    4.1(2.3k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    I am always on the lookout for an excellent pizza spot, and Terún definitely hit the mark!…read more I ordered the Calabria Margarita and San Daniele pizza. I love a good spicy marg (and I also love Calabrian chili oil) but should warn that this one is *actually* spicy! This wasn't quite the spicy marg that I was going for. However, the pizza was delicious! The crust was so soft and fluffy, and despite eating a majority of the pizza, it didn't sit heavy. I loved the prosciutto, mushroom and truffle oil combination. My boyfriend also loved his pizza and the crust, but I would add that this isn't the meat lovers pizza spot (obviously the menu is Italian but I think we were still surprised there wasn't at least one option or additional toppings). The service was great and the restaurant was clean, bright and lively on a Saturday night!

    First time here. I didn't know about this place until the hub mentioned he made reservations…read moreSaturday night. Nice ambiance. They offer outdoor seating, both at the front and back. The back seemed to be more popular based on the foot traffic from where we sat indoors. Our waiter Freddie was super nice. We ordered Caprese for appetizer, off their Special Menu. Ordered pizza, pasta and chicken. For dessert, tiramisu and banana pudding with chocolate chip. He hub preferred this place more than me. I liked the dessert the best.

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    Protégé - Fancy Butter

    Protégé

    4.4(562 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$$$

    I celebrated my birthday here and had a truly wonderful dinner experience in the cocktail lounge…read more The à la carte menu offers a thoughtful blend of Asian fusion bites--each dish more impressive than the last. We were attended to by four staff members, and while that may sound like a lot, their service was seamless. Every movement felt intentional and unobtrusive, enhancing rather than interrupting the ambiance. The craftsmanship of the food--wow. This Michelin rating is absolutely well deserved. Each dish had such depth of flavor that we couldn't help but murmur "mmm" with every bite. The presentation was, of course, stunning, with flavors that matched the beauty on the plate. I can't wait to return and experience the dining room next. I highly recommend adding Protégé to your "Best of the Bay" list.

    Protégé is a New American casual restaurant that offers both an a la carte and a tasting menu…read more We made reservations in advance, and we were excited to check this place out for dinner. Our party went for the a la carte option to order a variety of dishes to share, rather than to be restricted to options. We tried: +the Milk Bread - served with Stepladder Creamery cultured butter and Balinese sea salt +the 'Fish & Chips' - prepared with hamachi, Asian pear, red curry, and pickled jalapenos +Crab and Caviar - with dungeness crab, Protégé reserve caviar, and yuzu sabayon +and, the A5 Wagyu Tataki - with black sesame crackers, enoki mushrooms, and karashi For my entree, I tried the Flannery Beef Short Rib, which was served with sunchoke 'hash', charcoal-grilled king trumpet mushrooms, horseradish, and pimenton; I also tried one's Blackened Monkfish and the 'Peas and Carrots.' Everything was well-presented and aesthetically-pleasing, service was on point, and they checked upon our large party often. The restaurant itself is well-decorated, with nice photographs on the wall; request for the tufted seating, as it's more comfortable. +attentive staff +a la carte and tasting menu offered +reservations accepted

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    Savvy Cellar Wine Bar & Wine Shop

    Savvy Cellar Wine Bar & Wine Shop

    3.9(310 reviews)
    4.2 mi
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    Cozy wine bar in downtown Mountain View, right next to the Caltrain Station. It has a warm wine and…read moresports bar vibe with Niners decor inside. My friends and I came here for a GNO and got to choose our own seating, so we picked the little lounge area with the sofa in the corner Our server let us try a few wines for free and we ended up ordering a bottle. We also ordered the fig, arugula, and prosciutto flatbread and it was so good. The cheese plate came with a Spanish chili oil and it was bomb. Our total came up to $133 for 3 people, which wasn't too bad. Our server was friendly and chill. The only issue was that we were never offered water, but everything else was great. I would definitely come back here

    I came in with my friend on a Thursday evening and it wasn't too full. It's located at the end of…read morethe downtown so it's a nice place to grab a small bite and a drink before walking around, which is exactly what I did. I ordered the savvy spritz wine cooler and my friend ordered the cherry lavender rose. I loved that the spritz wasn't too artificial tasting since a lot of places tend to be. I wish it would've been a little stronger but I get that it's more of a fun cocktail wine that's meant to be light. The food here was insane. We ordered the Margherita flatbread and while it's simple the quality was great and the cheese was super good and had a nice pull. The vibe here is great it feels very safe having mostly had women patrons. The music was nice and definitely gave it a special vibe that you don't get just anywhere, there was a lot of Prince going on and Stevie Nicks ( I love). I'll definitely be back soon! Also the owner was super friendly and seemed like he was happy to be there.

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