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    Tender Greens

    3.4 (616 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Sunny S.

    I was walking around the Stanford Shopping Center and worked up an appetite. The restaurant's exterior looked really inviting, and inside, the space was simple, bright, and clean. The staff were friendly. I ordered the country fried chicken, the steak, and Agua Fresca at the register. Unfortunately, the food didn't quite live up to the atmosphere. The steak was pretty chewy and dry, and the country fried chicken was incredibly salty. While the sides were decent and the Agua Fresca was really tasty and refreshing, I'd probably only come back for a drink next time, not a full meal.

    pacific bowl with katsu chicken
    Ana M.

    First time trying tender greens! I wanted to go for the salmon, but I went for the chicken Katsu bowl. The rice and the chicken are amazing, the greens on the side are very tasty. I like the sauce, although I would like more of a spicy sauce. I also don't know about the pickles. I felt like it didn't go with the bowl but overall, I highly recommend it. We had this for lunch with my coworker. The food was done quickly and it's such a cute vibe. Great service.

    grilled chipotle bbq chicken baby greens salad seasoned fries
    Kaylee T.

    I liked the chipotle bbq chicken. The meat and the veggies were both very fresh. The fries weren't crispy though and they were limp :c. The workers there are all very friendly and my food arrived pretty quickly.

    Evelyn C.

    My parents have been loyal Tender Greens customers for years, but this was their last visit. They waited nearly 30 minutes for their food while customers who ordered after them were served first. The server admitted they made a mistake but walked away without fixing it. The manager showed little concern and offered no sincere apology. My parents, who are native Mandarin speakers with limited English, were the only Asian customers there and left feeling they were treated differently because of their race. Our family will never return to any Tender Greens location.

    grilled steak plate
    Cynthia P.

    I absolutely love tender greens, so knew I had to stop by to grab some before shopping. Ended up getting a grilled steak plate with mashed potatoes and seasonal veggies, a side of fries! The fries were hot and fresh! So yummy! Service was decent. We did have to wait quite a bit for our food, but maybe it was cause they had a lot of people during the time we went. Overall, still loveee tender greens!

    ??why? Where is the team member checking the quality?  I'm so impressed how the quality and the quantity changed So disappointed

    I'm so disappointed how you guys changed And don't care about the quality anymore The restaurant is so far from my place and I was so excited. Less than half of the portion and the piece of bread well you can notice on the picture Don't yo guys check the quality of your products before hand it over?

    california bowl with chipotle bbq chicken
    Nancy P.

    Yumm. Stumbled in here hungry after a long afternoon of shopping. Ordering was super easy, you just walk up to the counter and they bring your food out to you. I love the patio area too especially when it's nice out. I got the chipotle bbq chicken bowl not expecting much. But the chicken had this really nice smoky flavor and it was juicy. I loved the slaw and corn that it came with, all of the ingredients tasted fresh. The seeds and nuts gave it a nice crunch and I surprisingly really liked the brown rice too! -1 star, the chicken portion felt a bit small considering the price, however, I would definitely stop back in for lunch again on a shopping day.

    california bowl w grilled salmon
    Donna T.

    If you're looking for a healthier alternative with an outdoor shopping mall ambiance, Tender Greens is a good choice. I usually like to sit outside for this, unless it's cold out, to which they do not have any space heaters. My usual order is the California bowl with grilled salmon which has roasted corn salsa, cilantro lime brown rice, cabbage slaw, queso fresco, pepitas, and lime crema. Is it the most filling? Not really. Is it a bit healthier and cheaper than eating fast food or other restaurants in Stanford? I'd say so! I've gotten this many many times, and it has only been "off" tasting, maybe once? So for the most part it tastes pretty consistent and standard. My husband likes to get the steak plate and it's pretty solid as well, though portions are also a bit small. You first line up and order at the counter, and then it's free seating from there. It's the kind of place where you have to grab your own utensils, but they do serve you the food directly to your table which is nice.

    California grilled salmon bowl
    Alice C.

    I was looking for a healthy dinner option while shopping at Stanford Shopping Center and came across Tender Greens. We ordered the California Grilled Salmon Bowl and the California BBQ Chicken Bowl - both tasted fresh, healthy, and the portion sizes were just right. Exactly what I was looking for! The service was quick - food came out in under 10 minutes. The ordering process is simple - stand in line, place your order, grab a number, and they bring the food to your table. There's usually no wait and plenty of seating, both indoors and outdoors, which makes it an easy spot to relax mid or post shopping. They have a bathroom you can use here as well. Overall, a great quick and healthy option when you're in the area!

    Burger and Fries
    Kurt L.

    Can't go wrong for lunch at this unassuming location inside Stanford Mall. It is a chain, but fresh the food is always fresh, service fast and eating outside, you can't beat the people watching and the cure dogs. Very refreshing.

    Raquel R.

    First time coming here, the food was good. Service could be handled a little bit better I get it. It could get a little chaotic, but there's no need to raise your voice to customers. Also help the customers needs, of help deciding when one is elderly.I saw people getting treated wrongly and the cashier was very nonchalant didn't care. He just wanted me to hurry up and order and leave. It's small so hard to get a table inside they also have sitting outside too . Would I be coming again ,not sure.

    Cali bowl with agua fresca
    Arcelia G.

    Was having lunch with friends and they suggested eating here since there was both indoor and outdoor seating. This was my first time here. We wanted to catch up and not feel rushed while eating. We choose to sit outside since it was a nice day. You stand in line first to place your order and then you get a number stand and the staff will bring you your food to the table. I ordered the Cali bowl with Chipotle BBQ chicken and an agua fresca (which was Watermelon). Food came out really quick and it looked very nicely prepared and presented. The food wasn't horrible, it tasted fine but it was a little dry overall and the chicken did not taste like chipotle. I did enjoy the corn. Maybe its just my personal preference but I like my bowls more "saucy". I think if I come back I would order something else just to see if there is something else better suited for my tastes or make substitutions if allowed to the bowl. Service was great. Plus, I got to enjoy the afternoon with my friends.

    grilled steak plate seasonal vegetables avocado toast
    Luna M.

    Wow, where do I start. This place is located in the middle of a beautiful outdoor mall, and as soon as you walk in, you can see a large team working smoothly and efficiently. I first tried this spot a couple of months ago and instantly fell in love. Their mint agua fresca is divine. I usually stick with my go to order steak, crispy potatoes, and seasonal veggies. The veggies vary, but my favorites were the ones they had back in January. I really wish they would bring those options back because they added so much to the plate and were seasoned perfectly. Their avocado toast is also really nice and worth trying. The place does get pretty packed, but the service has always been solid every time I've visited!

    The portion that I got... outrageous

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    Great salads always. Oprdered their fall special and it was great value for money. The serving size is good and it fills you up

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    Thank you Sammi! We appreciate your support! See you again soon!

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    Thrilled to hear it hit the spot, Farhana!

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    Thanks for stopping by Tender Greens, Peggy!

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    Thanks for being a loyal fan of Tender Greens, Rick!

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    We love reviews like these, thank you Winnie! See you again soon!

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    Took an hour for my food to come. I literally ordered two sides. they were both drenched in oil, soggy, and cold. im not going back here.

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    Haven

    Haven

    4.8
    (36 reviews)
    1.4 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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    Clark's Oyster Bar

    Clark's Oyster Bar

    4.1
    (106 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    We serendipitously stumbled across Clark's and honestly the original reason we stopped was because…read morethey had a patio and we had our dog. So glad we had our dog that day. We've since been back at least five times. Service is always impeccable, like seriously- no notes perfect service. I love the vibe, not fussy, but details matter- Heath Ceramics, Le Creuset pots for cioppino, heavy silverware, substantial napkins- everything feels easy but the details let you know they pay attention. We always start with the Vesper martini, their entire cocktail and wine service is impressive, but the Vesper hits. Homemade sourdough starts every meal, supposedly the starter has been the same for years, I mean this is the Bay Area, we know sourdough, and no complaints. Oysters of course, very fresh, great selection, not just the basic kumotos you find at most places, really unique finds. As far as the food, we've never had anything we didn't like, typically we lean towards seafood and salads, but we've also had the burger and the BLT. One other note, my step-daughter just got off the plane from NYC and the first place she wanted to go was Clark's for a cup of their clam chowder- it's that good. I live in the East Bay and I will happily drive to the Peninsula to eat here.

    Clark's is my new favorite restaurant as a lover of sourdough and seafood. It reminds me of the…read morelate Fish Markets but dishes with more of a creative touch and a higher caliber of ingredients The sourdough offering here is housemade and keeps coming as you wish. The Catch of the Day is constantly changing. The Barramundi and Branzino were delicious. The seafood crudo is a must every time. I love raw fish and the flavors in the assortment of fresh fish are of simple lemon, oil and caper flavors. I yearn for the crudo if I haven't had my fix in a bit! The shellfish here is also damn good. That clam linguine is a guilty pleasure. It's got just the right amount of cream in it leaving the sauce light and nuanced with harmonious flavors. The mussels and clams go perfect with the grilled sourdough for dipping in the broth. Ask for the spicy oil. Omg I want to put it in everything! I never order crab cakes. Because they're usually breaded up with the actual crab meat taking a back seat but not at Clark's! It's all tasty crab meat with almost no casing if any. I only order crab cakes here. If you crave dessert, this is the place also. I'm not a huge dessert person, but I enjoy their sweet treats. Sometimes they have special desserts also like that berry cheesecake. There is a great selection of wines here, and Wine Wednesday bottles are half off. I took my mommy here for Mother's Day. She loved it. Clark's is of exceptional quality, and I can't wait to get my next fix in my favorite seafood restaurant! Excellent, beautifully made fresh food, impeccable service, fun atmosphere and reasonable prices.

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    Crudo Plate w/ salmon, hamachi, tuna ($25) + Bomb House Sourdough (complimentary)
    Crudo Plate w/ salmon, hamachi, tuna ($25) + Bomb House Sourdough (complimentary)
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    Ocean Oyster Bar & Grill

    Ocean Oyster Bar & Grill

    4.1
    (126 reviews)
    4.3 mi

    May I just say, I was skeptic on finding a location that serves good clam chowder but my partner…read morewas adamant on eating some good clam chowder and I must say, for the first time in a long time, I was wrong. We were greeted immediately and seated. Our waiter, Christian, was awesome, very attentive, offered suggestions and overall a great server. The food was amazing, I wish I would have taken more pictures but I was only able to do the lobster roll. The calamari was delicious! I enjoyed it filled with garlic which people can say it may have been too overpowering but I felt it was great bc it gave the calamari a nice kick without adding additional sauce. The clam chowder was to die for! It had a nice balance of flavor, I love and appreciate that there wasn't any grittiness from the sea (sand) and there were clams lol. The lobster roll was good. The lobster was seasoned well but I wish there was some dipping sauce to go with the roll but overall it was still good. The ambience was cool vibes, great music and just good people. I did come on a weekday so it wasn't busy at all. Bathrooms were clean and everything looked nice and clean. We plan to come back and for me, I will be ordering clam chowder again as my main meal lol. Keep up the good work!

    Brought my mom here on Mother's Day. I think service was a bit of a mess unfortunately. They were…read morebusy but seemed to have enough staff to cover and they weren't at capacity. I think there were communication issues. there was some mix up with the tables and throughout the night after that our orders kept getting mixed up with not just one but two other tables. So we would see our food from afar being held in front of a group of servers where they would have a conversation over our plates of food for a few minutes then go to other tables, and try to give it to other tables before it finally got to us. The staff explained there was a mixup and due to that all the orders continued getting mixed up during our meal, but there was no acknowledgment otherwise or an attempt to make things right. I think because the group tip is already mandatory, there was no incentive on their end, perhaps. The bus staff are pretty available and responsive but limited in what they were allowed to assist with and the server was hard to flag down. Anyway onto the food. The clams linguine was flavorful. The crab Alfredo pasta had a lot of crab which was a pleasant surprise but a little lacking in flavor and a little on the sweet side with cream and crab notes. Cioppino was better than expected. Oysters were good and an okay price. Key lime pie was decent. I think 3.5-4 stars for the food (probably 4 at the happy hour rates!), 2 for service. Ambiance is a bit weird. Like somewhat upscale with some decor and high ceilings but not in others. Worthwhile to return for happy hour and may update review then!

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    Garlic prawns
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    Drunken Monk

    Drunken Monk

    4.2
    (298 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    One of the best japanese restaurants we've been to in the south bay. We ordered some of the popular…read moredishes, like chawanmushi, corn kakiage, chicken karaage, and many many skewers (gizzards, chicken hearts, shishito peppers, chicken meatball and scallops. Everything was delicious. The standouts were the corn kakiage, chicken meatball, and chawanmushi. It is very expensive for the serving size, but the food is excellent and the staff was extremely accommodating and attentive. The ambience is also really cute, feels like a great place for date night. We will definitely be back!

    We went there for Saturday lunch, and I'm honestly not impressed. They charge a fairly high price…read morefor every dish, with very small portions. The service is nothing to write home about either. Their shop is small, and they staff only two waiters for the entire restaurant on a weekend afternoon. Those poor waiters were sprinting the entire time we were there. The food also took forever to make. Skewers had a 20-30-minute wait. The Sukiyaki hotpot entree took 40-50 minutes, and all they needed to do was slice the meat and arrange the veggies. We still had to cook the raw meat ourselves, mind you. I don't understand why it would take them 45 minutes to prep. Not being able to get a hold of the server to check on the status of our dish didn't help either, as they were busy zooming around because the restaurant was understaffed. Overall, there is a mismatch between the price they are charging and the overall experience we got. They either need to increase the portion or significantly increase the service to match the pricetag.

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    Supreme Crab

    Supreme Crab

    3.5
    (600 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $$
    Sports on TV
    Large group friendly

    I had a good overall experience here, mainly because the crab was really delicious, fresh and…read moreflavorful and definitely the highlight. The other seafood options were fresh too and for an all you can eat spot, the pricing was really good and variety seafood options. The downside was the wait time for crab new was pretty long, which was frustrating. One thing that really took away from the experience: around 9:55 pm while we were still sitting and finishing dessert, staff started cleaning with a strong bleach smell. Eating ice cream or your dessert while smelling bleaching and light were almost turned off is not pleasant at all and it ruined the dessert moment for me. Dessert wise strawberry ice cream was really good. Overall great food, especially the crab but the timing and cleaning situation needs improve.

    Mediocre food, will not come back…read more -small selection, half the options are basic salad bar and usual uninspired deserts - cooked shrimp (at least two kinds) were smooshy in the same way as unfresh seafood is. - crab leggs cold and small, not worth bothering with, which I guess was their plan - total $86 dollars for two people with one drink - soft drinks are in cans, no refill - slow to buss plates Plus side. Really good ice cream you hand dip your self, and good kimchi. Not together. I usually refrain from one star reviews, otherwise it would be one star for this place

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    Snow crab all you can eat
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    Cajun shrimp
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    Tender Greens - newamerican - Updated July 2026

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