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Ethel's Fancy
Ethel's Fancy, a restaurant in Palo Alto, California, bears the name of Ethel, a Nisei Japanese American known for her gracious hosting and fabulous cooking skills, who inspired the establishment. The restaurant stands…
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Cafe Pro Bono
Cafe Pro Bono in Palo Alto, California, serves authentic Italian and European dishes, each crafted with a dedication to freshness. The restaurant's menu features traditional dishes, including beautifully presented…
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Iki Omakase
Iki Omakase is a modern refined sushi omakase concept located in Palo Alto, California. The culinary philosophy is deeply rooted in Chef Jiabo Li's journey as a dedicated sushi shokunin, with a relentless pursuit of…
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Evvia Estiatorio
Evvia Estiatorio is a Greek restaurant on Emerson Street, with gluten-free options and vegan options.
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Meyhouse & Meyhouse Jazz Club
Meyhouse & Meyhouse Jazz Club is a Turkish restaurant on Emerson Street, with Mediterranean cooking and Middle Eastern cooking.
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Sundance The Steakhouse
Sundance The Steakhouse is a family-operated Palo Alto restaurant that opened in 1974.
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Sekoya Lounge & Kitchen
Sekoya Lounge & Kitchen is a cocktail bar and wine bar on California Avenue, with American cooking.
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RARA
Rara Restaurant is a Nepalese cuisine restaurant located in Palo Alto, California, bringing the authentic flavor of Nepal to the heart of Silicon Valley. The restaurant offers a variety of authentic Nepalese dishes,…
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Namaste Indian Cuisine
Namaste Indian Cuisine is an Indian restaurant on California Avenue, with vegan options and vegetarian options.
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Tamarine Restaurant & Gallery
Tamarine Restaurant & Gallery is a Vietnamese restaurant on University Avenue, with vegan options and vegetarian options.
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iTalico
Italico is an Italian restaurant focused on pasta and Italian entrées. It has an open kitchen and bar, several dining rooms and a private outdoor area. It opened in July 2016.
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Terun Pizza
Terun Pizza is an Italian restaurant and bar on California Avenue, with pizza.
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Sprout Cafe
Sprout Cafe, on University Avenue in the heart of Palo Alto, California, serves a diverse menu catering to various tastes and dietary preferences, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. Fresh, organic,…
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Palo Alto Sol
Palo Alto Sol serves the regional cuisine of Puebla, Mexico, on California Avenue. The restaurant describes its menu as drawing on family recipes and traditional Pueblan dishes, including the sauces central to that…
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tane vegan izakaya
tane vegan izakaya is a Japanese restaurant and sushi bar on Emerson Street, with vegan options.
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Ettan
Ettan serves Cal-Indian cuisine, combining Indian culinary influences with California ingredients. It joined the Bay Area dining scene in February 2020.
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Kali Greek Kitchen
Kali Greek Kitchen is a Greek restaurant on California Avenue, with Mediterranean cooking and vegan options.
Local shop
Real Produce International Market
Real Produce International Market is a family-owned grocery store located in Palo Alto, offering a wide variety of products. The store features a halal meat section with hand-slaughtered meats, including chicken, beef,…
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Piazza's Fine Foods
Piazza's Fine Foods has its roots in a grocery family that began in Italy four generations ago, and today this locally owned and operated food store serves the Palo Alto community. The business has a long history, with…
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THE MARKET at Edgewood
THE MARKET at Edgewood is a family-owned, community-oriented food market serving Palo Alto and the surrounding San Francisco Bay Area. The market offers a wide selection of fresh, local produce, groceries, quality…
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Mollie Stone's Markets
Mollie Stone's Markets is a grocery store on California Avenue.
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Marigold Row
Marigold Row is a clothing store on El Camino Real.
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Shreve & Co.
Shreve & Co. is a family-owned jeweler at Stanford Shopping Center in Palo Alto, specializing in fine jewelry and timepieces.
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Mansoor Fine Jewelers
Mansoor Fine Jewelers specializes in fine jewelry, engagement rings, and wedding rings, with handcrafted designs, diamonds, gemstones, and crystal jewels available. The shop has been a part of Palo Alto, California,…
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De Novo Fine Contemporary Jewelry
De Novo Fine Contemporary Jewelry is a shop located in Palo Alto, California, that showcases modern art jewelry handcrafted by the world's finest contemporary jewelry artists. The gallery represents artists from around…
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CH Premier Jewelers
CH Premier Jewelers is a jewelry store on El Camino Real.
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Ernie's Liquor
Ernie's Liquor is a liquor store on El Camino Real.
Tabletop game store
Gamelandia
Gamelandia in Palo Alto, California, has a wide selection of games, including board games, strategy games, and collectible card games. The store has a library of over 600 games that can be played in-store during 'Open…
Independent bookstore
Bell's Books
Bell's Books, a family-owned business in Palo Alto, California, has been serving the community for a long time. The store is situated near Stanford University, which likely influences its extensive collection of books.…
Bicycle shop
Palo Alto Bicycles
Palo Alto Bicycles is a family-run bicycle shop on University Avenue. It carries bicycles, cycling apparel and helmets, and offers bicycle repairs and fitting services.
Flower shop
Village Flower Shoppe
The Village Flower Shoppe in Palo Alto, California, provides all floral and gift needs. Flowers and centerpieces are created with a custom look, including Autumn, Birthday, Sympathy, Cremation & Memorial Wreaths,…
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Palo Alto Art Center
The city art center on Newell Road presents exhibitions and community arts programs.
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Museum and cultural place
Palo Alto Art Center
The city art center on Newell Road presents exhibitions and community arts programs.
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Downtown
Explore locallyUniversity Avenue and nearby streets offer restaurants and independent shops in central Palo Alto.
California Avenue
Explore locallyThe California Avenue business district has its own mix of local kitchens and storefronts.
College Terrace
Explore locallyThis residential neighborhood lies alongside the Stanford area; Stanford itself is a separate neighboring community.
Rinconada and the Art Center
Explore locallyThe Art Center on Newell Road provides a cultural stop near Rinconada Park.
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Terun Pizza
Terun Pizza is an Italian restaurant and bar on California Avenue, with pizza.
Sprout Cafe
Sprout Cafe, on University Avenue in the heart of Palo Alto, California, serves a diverse menu catering to various tastes and dietary preferences, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. Fresh, organic,…
Palo Alto Sol
Palo Alto Sol serves the regional cuisine of Puebla, Mexico, on California Avenue. The restaurant describes its menu as drawing on family recipes and traditional Pueblan dishes, including the sauces central to that…
tane vegan izakaya
tane vegan izakaya is a Japanese restaurant and sushi bar on Emerson Street, with vegan options.
Ettan
Ettan serves Cal-Indian cuisine, combining Indian culinary influences with California ingredients. It joined the Bay Area dining scene in February 2020.
Shopping
Independent shops around Palo Alto
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Real Produce International Market
Real Produce International Market is a family-owned grocery store located in Palo Alto, offering a wide variety of products. The store features a halal meat section with hand-slaughtered meats, including chicken, beef,…
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Piazza's Fine Foods
Piazza's Fine Foods has its roots in a grocery family that began in Italy four generations ago, and today this locally owned and operated food store serves the Palo Alto community. The business has a long history, with…
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