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Most Popular American food in East Palo Alto, California, United States
Discover Restaurants offering the best American food in East Palo Alto, California, United States. East Palo Alto (abbreviated E.P.A.) is a city in San Mateo County, California, United States. As of the 2010 census, the population of East Palo Alto was 28,155. It is situated on the San Francisco Peninsula, roughly halfway between the cities of San Francisco and San Jose. To the north and east is the San Francisco Bay, to the west is the city of Menlo Park, and to the south the city of Palo Alto. Despite being called "East" Palo Alto, this is a misnomer, as the city is precisely due north of Palo Alto. While often incorrectly assumed to be part of the city of Palo Alto, East Palo Alto has always been a separate entity since its founding as an unincorporated community. It is also in San Mateo County, while Palo Alto is in Santa Clara County. The two cities are separated only by San Francisquito Creek and, largely, the Bayshore Freeway (the vast majority of East Palo Alto is northeast of the freeway, while all of the residential part of Palo Alto is southwest of the freeway). The revitalization projects in 2000, and high income high-tech professionals moving into new developments, including employees from Google and Facebook, have begun to eliminate the cultural and economic differences between the two cities. East Palo Alto and Palo Alto share both telephone area codes and postal ZIP codes.
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10. Nola
Overall Ratings
4 based on 269 reviews
Nola will transport you into the heart of the Quarter! Authentic folk art and the largest Hurricanes in town will get you ready for a bayou blowout.
Reviewed By Gemaroo
Ate here with friends recently. Got a reservation on Open Table which is great. Was seated promptly. Restaurant is nicely decorated in the â New Orleans â tradition. Was asked about drinks by our waitress immediately. Unfortunately happy hour specials arenât honored in the dining room. Thatâs a bummer! We did get really great specialty drinks- I got a drink with Gin, St Germaine, and I asked for ginger beer instead of club soda. It was excellent! Worth the $10. We shared a variety of nice appetizers and I got the Soba noodle beef salad which was huge and delicious. The prices seemed reasonable and very big portions. Everyone liked what they ordered. Service continued to be great . A really nice meal !
9. St. Michael's Alley
Overall Ratings
4 based on 158 reviews
Reviewed By Josmshank
We stopped here for lunch on Friday, sat outside.Our order included two margaritas, .which took forever to be served, and when tasted they were too bitter to drink.One of our order was the ABC Hamburger, and fries.The fries came with so much grease or oil they were not edible.My wife ordered a Cobb salad which had very little chicken.I must state they comped a Desert, of chocolate cake, which was very heavy but tasty.Service was SLOW! Two margaritas were. $44.00 outrageous!A second visit with neighbors who reserved as we were their guests was just fair at best. Two different fish dishes..We would not return!!
8. Local Union 271
Overall Ratings
4 based on 149 reviews
Reviewed By ThePlumber2009
This may be my go to restaurant in PA for Happy Hour. 50% off all wine and beer. Local has a great selection which makes it as great HH spot. I really like their chicken tacos. They load them up with meat for HH. Seriously good grub. Service was good. Overall, I highly recommend this place.
7. Crepevine
Overall Ratings
4 based on 131 reviews
Reviewed By Brenda B
I'm surprised this popular place isn't rated higher under the Cafe' category. The restaurant is small and at 1:30pm on a Sunday there was a long line to order, but moved quickly. The selections are great. We tried the Crabcake and Salmon Benedicts which were very satisfying. Our tiny table was just a few inches from other diners' so I inquired about their juice. I recommend trying the 1/2 orange and 1/2 carrot juices; delicious! I would give this place 5 stars if it were more spacious with better seating.
6. Joanie's Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 231 reviews
Reviewed By LittleLassie
Three of us loved our choices at Joanies. I chose the Hawaiian French Toast, minus the bananas,thick sliced brioche, grilled with a light touch of caramel, served with grilled sliced fresh pineapple and warm syrup, wow!! Others also thought their choices were great. Service was quick, and servers kept the coffee cups replenished. A storefront cafe' that is award worthy.
5. The Refuge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 221 reviews
Reviewed By Bacinac
Consistently great Reuben sandwiches. Thick flaky pastrami-probably the best youâll have. Nice selection of beers on tap and huge bottle selection. I like the Belgian beers. Prefer Kwak. They have lots of other crafts too. Some of the more rare options are served in 4 oz pours for about $10.
4. Sundance The Steakhouse
Overall Ratings
4 based on 520 reviews
Since its opening in 1974, prime steaks and martinis have never gone out of style at this Palo Alto institution. The atmosphere is very clubby with fireplaces, dark wood, sports memorabilia and plush leather booths tucked into the many nooks throughout th
Reviewed By Barbara M
Filet is very tasty and melts in your mouth. Prime rib was tender and flavorful as well. Baked potato was excellent and I mention it because they are usually dry or undercooked at other places. Not here. Caesar salad was slimy, though so a little disappointed in that for $11. Deserts are very good as well if a little pricey.
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3. Cafe Borrone
Overall Ratings
4 based on 302 reviews
Reviewed By Katy T
Today was my 4th and final attempt with Cafe Borrone. Every time I go, I order a 16oz vanilla latte. I get something different every time, either the wrong size or flavor. Today, the barista made my drink iced instead of hot, then remade it in the wrong size. The lines are insane, the staff is snippy when informed of mistakes, and the quality is good enough to go back.
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2. Squeeze In
Overall Ratings
4 based on 205 reviews
Reviewed By LisaMKi
Fell in love with Squeeze In Reno 10 years ago. Thank goodness there is one not too far from us in Redwood City. Don't mind the almost 25 minute ride to my favorite breakfast place!The food is always fresh, hot and fast.Hi Lisa,Thanks so much for dining with us and for leaving a great review! Iâm so honored to know you fell in love with us at one of our Reno locations 10 years ago! Wow, thank you so much for your loyalty. We love being in the Bay Area and I am so glad we are close to you. Our family is living our dream because of the support and patronage of people just like you, thank you. We feel so fortunate to be in business and we love to live in, be part of and serve this community! We canât wait to have you back!Cheers! Shila MorrisCo-Owner, President
1. Quattro Restaurant and Bar - Four Seasons Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 147 reviews
The Italian word for "four", the name is in line with the architectural design of the restaurant as a large light airy room with glass on three sides. The room is lit dramatically at night and illuminates the front of the hotel entrance. Quattro features
Reviewed By NYJTraveler
this is a great place to eat when you are staying a the four seasons. I highly recommend the rigatoni bolognese and the spicy pizza. they have amazing local CA wines (i.e. Kistler) but the lower priced reds by the glass are also amazing. I recommend sitting outside by the fire pits at night if you can. relaxing and cozy and a good place to unwind after a long day.
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