Good food and exceptional service! Their sandwiches are phenomenal Thank you Ceasar! read more

Really great experience! Cristal and Carlos were really on top of their serving game, continuously checking up on us. The food (lemongrass vegan curry and grilled branzino) tasted amazing and would recommend. Good for any occasion. read more

Live the great service Alex is very courteous. Will definitely return for happy hour and the great service.....loved the outside patio

Nicky is always amazing--he provides outstanding service every time I visit. The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. You can really tell that Local Union 271 embraces a true farm-to-table approach, and the quality shines through in every dish. I've been coming here for several years, and everything I've ordered has been excellent. The build-your-own omelet is incredibly fresh and delicious, and the house salsas are fantastic. The tacos are always fresh, flavorful, and satisfying, while the wraps are generously sized and equally delicious. I highly recommend Local Union 271 for brunch, lunch, or a casual dinner. It's one of those places that consistently delivers great food, quality ingredients, and exceptional service. read more

Great place in downtown Palo Alto for brunch or lunch. Tomato soup always fabulous. My wife and I split their 271 Burger (1/2 lbs) which was more than enough for us. Have had at other times egg dishes and healthy bowls. All good. Nice place for conversation and leisurely meal. read more

We came here for a girls happy hour and sat on the patio :) We ordered a flatbread ($14), Brussel Sprouts ($9), Salmon Taco ($5), and a few drinks ($8 each). Everything was fine! Nothing mind blowing. The staff are super nice and the interior looks gorgeous. read more

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Tried this place for the first time during a soccer game, so the restaurant was packed and super busy. Despite how hectic it was, our waiter was absolutely amazing and provided top-notch service from start to finish. The food hit the mark, too. I ordered the chicken pesto sandwich, which was delicious, and my cousin got the chilaquiles--both were fantastic. Great vibes, excellent food, and outstanding staff. We will definitely be back! read more

Local Union 271 - Mimosa and water :) - American Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Great spot for happy hour! Super spacious restaurant with high ceilings and a bright, airy atmosphere enhanced with some thriving plants and modern farmhouse style decor. Also a large outdoor area as well. Happy hour menu includes a large selection of food and drinks for great deals. For 3 people we got 4 items and it was more than enough. Everything was delicious including the cocktails. We were seated at 5:40 and our server made sure we were able to get our orders in in time to take advantage of happy hour before it ended at 6. Definitely would come back. read more

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Cesar, Great guy. Second time, pleasant personality, excellent service. And, good food!!!

Mariah, the new bartender, is an absolute breath of fresh air! Attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming, she also knows how to mix up a delicious cocktail. What a wonderful addition to the team! If you're looking for top-notch service with a warm, friendly face behind the bar, come by and see Mariah. She'll take great care of you! read more

1 star -- Absolutely unacceptable This was one of the worst dining experiences I've had in a long time. We ordered two hamburgers, and apparently the kitchen couldn't even cook two burgers consistently. One was well done while the other was medium rare. Completely unacceptable. The potatoes were ridiculously dry and looked and tasted like old food that had been sitting around and possibly reused. The bacon was also dry, hard, and practically inedible. The service was just as bad. I was drinking a beer, and the waiter asked if I wanted another one. I said no, and then he immediately took my glass away--even though I was clearly still at the table. Then, while I was still eating and had not finished my plate, he took my food away without asking. Who does that? Terrible food, terrible service, and absolutely no attention to basic customer service. For the money, this place should be embarrassed. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone, and I definitely will not be coming back. PS. It's a photo of bacon, not a piece of wood chip. read more

Local Union 271 - Old dried baken - American Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Food was excellent. Must try the mimosa tower, California paninis, and the chilaquiles. Great service from Anish! Thank you!

Brussels sprouts were the tastiest thing we had. Everything else was bland (it tasted like the seasonless version of the food bar at Whole Foods). Portions are large. Service was ok. It's nice if you want to bring a pet with you as they have bowls for them to drink water. Ambience was relaxing. I doubt I'll ever return again. read more

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Great service when I called to modify our Open Table reservation from Kellie - she was so friendly and helpful. When we arrived for dinner, a few of our party had dropped out, but the staff was very easy going and accommodating. The dining room is very pleasantly decorated with dark woods, light walls, high ceilings and chic light fixtures. Farmhouse chic. If you are sitting inside, note that the high top tables are stools without backs (which our host advised us of when we were choosing a table). We sat at a low top inside with comfy chairs. Our reservation was at 7:45 on a Thursday and the inside was about half-full, with very few people sitting on the patio (it was a little chilly outside). After we sat down, it was about 15 minutes until we saw a server. When he came he asked us if we were ready to order. One of our group asked if we could order drinks first and he said "Oh, sure." But by that time it was near 8:00 so group consensus was to go ahead and order our drinks and dinner together. The drinks came out first (I ordered the Bombay Sapphire Negroni, $16) and noticed the cocktails were looking a little scant - not that I had a way to measure them but, for example, the Manhattan 271 ($17) was served in a standard bar coupe glass and it was about half full. When I ordered a second drink, a Hendricks martini up ($17), it was also about half full. Taste of our cocktails was good. The rest of our party ordered wine by the glass, of which they had a good selection and I thought was fairly priced and looked like about a 6 oz pour: Justin Cab $16, Noble Vines Sauv Blanc $13. Everyone enjoyed their food and the portions were good. Favorites were the Bucatini Carbonara ($23.50), the Shaking Beef Tenderloin (Asian-inspired stir fry beef with sugar snap peas, cherry tomatoes, and brown turmeric rice, $29.50), and the 1/2 pound Duck Fat Local Burger (cooked perfectly to order med rare, with Gouda, caramelized onions - sautéed but still pale and crunchy so not so caramelized, garlic aioli, lettuce, tomato, bread & butter pickles, served with fries or garden salad. The salad was generous and well dressed in a sweet, tangy vinaigrette, $24.50). Our server came back once while we were eating, but the carafes of water were never refilled and it was quite a stretch after that before we saw him again. When he brought the bill he did point out that there is an 18% service charge added to parties of 6 or more. He offered to split the check in equal amounts with credit cards if we preferred, and that they don't usually take cash - but when one of our party asked if he had any change for a large bill he went next door to change it for her. That was a nice gesture for ending the experience on a positive note. read more

Local Union 271 - Close up of inner burger - was a fork-and-knife situation for me, but delicious. - American Near Me - Palo Alto, California

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Stopped by on Monday night for a drink and a small bite before meeting up with some friends. It was early, around 5:45, and both the bar and the dining area were pretty empty. There's plenty of seating inside and outside with nice decor and a good vibe. I sat at the bar and was one of four customers. The bartender greeted me quickly and took my order. He did not introduce himself, which is something I find all too common these days. Might also be a reason so many bars are struggling to have consistent regulars during the week. He was quick to give me my old-fashioned and the wings came out pretty quickly as well. The old-fashioned was on point, not the best but certainly met my expectations. For whatever reason, they do not serve cherries with their old-fashioned. I got the Thai chili wings. I really enjoyed the flavor and the wings themselves were fairly meaty. Five wings for $16 was definitely a bit pricey. Overall, they paired nicely with the old-fashioned. FYI for anyone looking, I did not see a happy hour menu, nor was one offered. read more

Local Union 271 - American Near Me - Palo Alto, California

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What an excellent Father's Day brunch! We had the best time at Local Union 271 this morning. Such a wonderful way to start the day. Our server Cristal was amazing, and the sweetest surprise was the complimentary blueberry-lemon-ricotta pancake from manager Jesse. Highly recommend this spot if you want your breakfast/brunch to feel special! read more

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I happened to be in university avenue two evenings in a row - I stopped by Local Union 271 the first night to grab something for dinner. Alex was my waiter and I ordered the hot honey roasted brussel sprouts. They were delicious, and the service was fast and very friendly. So much so that I returned the next evening to order the exact same thing! Alex was my waiter again, and the service was wonderful. I really like the open-air vibe of this restaurant, and in fact I sat and read my book for a while after I finished my food because it wasn't too busy. I could see myself getting some work done here if I came during the day. read more

Nice restaurant, food was delicious and service was quick. I like how they had different seating options as well, high chairs, mid and low tables too. read more

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We absolutely love this place I come for the bread pudding the service is always good! And let's not forget there is an Oren's hummus right next door a two for one special lol . Thank you Alex for your wonderful service and a great smile ;)) read more

Dinner was delicious. We had the Poke Bowl and it was very fresh and and well presented. Our waiter Ceasar was very personable and attentive. Five stars for sure. read more

A colleague and I were looking for a spot to meet for dinner. I wanted something farm fresh, sort of what the Bay Area and California are known for. Local union 271 met the bill. We were able to sit outside on a beautiful evening with a little bit of breeze, outside of the noise, giving us the ability to actually have a conversation. This can be something rare to find in restaurants that only have indoor spaces. The menu is extensive, and everything was fresh, you can see from the pictures what we ordered. Based on the names of the items they probably change based on the season, which makes sense. The honey pig flatbread lived up to being both sweet and spicy, it didn't miss a beat. The Summer corn soup actually tasted like corn and it wasn't just using corn to hide some other flavor or try to make something else shined through. The fact that they have the larger pores of wine, a 10 ounce carafe., Makes it easy to drink by the class when you don't need a bottle. If it's a nice evening and you want fresh food, this is the place to go. read more

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Just came for a quick dinner after work today, all I can say is incredible. Kellie was our server and she was kind and super attentive. Food was great flavor was on point. Kellie service was what made it prefect, never was made felt rush and we were well taken care of 10/10! read more

The staff is extraordinarily kind to kids and very accommodating. They were incredibly patient and made lots of effort. My children really enjoyed the food and had a very fun time. The ambiance is really nice and trendy. I would highly recommend them. read more

Excellent food, atmosphere, and our server McKenna was fantastic! Friendly, helpful, and her recommendations were spot on!

Ordered the duck fat burger - how can you go wrong? But they did. Most unremarkable burger ever - ordered medium rare, came out well done. Couldn't taste any flavor - no seasoning in the patty, gruyere cheese was bland and devoid of any semblance of duck fat. So disappointing as the menu looked great and we were hoping to return to try out more items. read more

Cesar was friendly, attentive, & provided excellent service. He made our dining experience enjoyable. Highly recommend!

Michael was our server for the evening and he was personable and professional. The service and food were outstanding as usual, which is what keeps us coming back. read more

The food was great and well portioned. The Local 1/2 lb burger was great but I really loved the Truffle Mac and Cheese. The staff and our server Carlos were really welcoming and provided a nice atmosphere. Definitely would recommend to anyone in the area! read more

Local Union 271 - Duck Fat - THE LOCAL 271 2lb BURGER, TRUFFLE CAVATAPPI MAC & CHEESE - American Near Me - Palo Alto, California

We found this place while walking around looking for a spot with good food and drinks. After checking online, we decided to explore the restaurants in the area and came across this one. The restaurant looks really nice, and we sat in the bar area. Carlos was very friendly and welcoming. He recommended the Maracu-yeah! and the shrimp teriyaki bowl, and both were delicious. Everything was great, and the place has such a good vibe that makes you want to come back. I definitely recommend this place, and don't forget to say hi to Carlos! read more

Local Union 271 - HOUSE TERIYAKI BOWL with shrimp - American Near Me - Palo Alto, California

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Cesar was extremely hospitable. The service and food were quick and all with gratitude. Looking forward to my next visit. read more

We came to Local Union as a family of six and had an incredible experience from start to finish. The Thai Brussels Sprouts were out of this world... truly a must-order. For anyone who isn't drinking, I highly recommend the Clean Kick; it's refreshing and full of flavor. Our table tried a variety of dishes: the Duck Fat Burger, the Poke Bowl, and the Halibut -- all of which were absolutely divine. Every plate was prepared beautifully and tasted even better. But the real standout was our server, Kellie!! She was phenomenal....attentive, patient, and so good at managing my older relatives with care and kindness. She made the whole experience even better! Thank you Local Union 271! We'll be back!? Highly, highly recommend Local Union. Perfect for a date night, a family gathering, or anything in between. Huge appreciation to the entire staff for a wonderful meal and experience. read more

Local Union 271 - Poke Bowl - American Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Inside it was really loud so we sat outside with heaters, it was pleasant. For appetizers we had the brussels sprouts as an app and I had a bee's knees and the vegan curry with added shrimp. Overall it was a very average experience. The drinks were good and I'd come back for that, but the app was a bit too sweet and my curry was disappointing. The rice was bland and the curry's only flavor was coconut milk. Although, the shrimp were cooked perfectly. That service was good, the staff were friendly and the food and drinks came out quickly. One of the things that bothered me the most was the size of the utensils, they were made for giants. It was so awkward to hold them and to eat with them. I don't if that's the trend, if it is, it is one I'd skip, it not practical. I'd give this place a 3.7/5. I've been here in the past and I remember enjoying it more than I did this last time. Hopefully in the future they can come up with a much tastier menu. read more

Local Union 271 - Bee's knees - American Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Great place for dinner! Came here on a weekday for dinner and really enjoyed it! We were able to get seated very quickly. The interior is beautifully decorated and they also have outdoor seating. The staff was attentive and service was quick. I really enjoyed all of the dishes and drinks! The mocktails were really great, but a bit on the pricey side. For appetizers, we got Brussels sprouts and the Mac and cheese which were both amazing! For my entree, I got the duck fat burger which was good. I don't think the duck flavor came through that strongly though. My partner got the pasta, but was not too impressed with it. In all, would recommend giving this place a visit! read more

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It had been a minute since last dined here. And, this was our first time here for Brunch. The food offerings were varied and the items we ordered very tasty and filling. However, service was a bit lacking. After receiving our order, no one came by to see how we were doing, if we needed our drinks refilled, etc. I believe the next time we saw someone was to clear our dishes and hand us our check. read more

Local Union 271 - NATURAL "SHAKING BEEF TENDERLOIN" - American Near Me - Palo Alto, California

4.5 stars out of 5, rounding up for Yelp :) all of the food is grown or from local farms. Lots of vegetarian options here! Food: food was solid and flavorful! The drinks were absolutely amazing and the truffle flavor came through in the Mac and cheese. Service: the servers were nice and the food came out quickly. Ambiance: cute decorations and has lots of natural lighting. It has a bright atmosphere and lots of fresh plants. Parking: lots of available street parking and nearby parking spots. If you come during peak meal times, give yourself an extra 5-10 minutes to find parking read more

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This place poses as a farm to table diner but is far from it. The burgers they promote as grass-fed and cooked in duck fat while the aioli is made with off-the-shelf mayo comprised of seed oils, there was no Dijon mustard to be had and the potatoes are cooked in rice bran oil. And the price, a lousy burger was $24 for a 1/2 lb. There was no pork belly, no foie gras, nothing special whatsoever. I would avoid this place unless your standards are low and you have little regard for what you consume for nutrition. I miss umami burger that used to be located across the street. read more

The food was great, the cocktails were tasty, and the service by Alex was amazing!!!!

Service was really great here! We stopped by for happy hour and sat at the bar to watch the football game! We got the passion fruit margarita that was very tasty and the Margherita flatbread to share that was very delicious. The food will not blow your mind, but the flavors are reliable and spot on for what you order and the place I has a great vibe to hang out and chat with friends over some drinks and bites. read more

Local Union 271 - MARGARITA FLATBREAD - American Near Me - Palo Alto, California

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Had such an amazing lunch, good drinks and great food! Highly recommend Carlos the bartender!

Our first time here. Lunch was delicious. Duck Fat Grass fed burger and the Poki Salad. Cesar our server took good care of us.