Menlo Tavern

4.6

446 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Jan 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Great for outdoor dining

Enjoy one of our new cocktails and dine on our seasonal menus or cozy up to the fireplace with a glass of wine. 'Smores by the firepits are a continued favorite for all ages!

Daily breakfast and weekend brunch are even more special with friends and family. Treat your favorite client or coworker to lunch or enjoy a romantic dinner with a loved one in the dining room. Come find out why our guests have voted us best American restaurant on the peninsula!

Join us for Tavern Time, our daily Happy Hour from 3-5PM. And don’t forget about holidays! Reservations fill quickly for holiday celebrations, so be sure to plan ahead.

Reservations are available here for groups of up to six guests. For parties of more than 10 guests, please contact the Menlo Tavern directly at (650) 330-2794.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Dining Bar
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(650) 330-2790
Website
http://www.menlotavern.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Louis Salvatore and Tim Baragas
Catering
Special dining options for parties of 12 or more. Private spaces available for rent. Large parties up to 80 guests.
Private party facilities
Menlo Tavern’s multiple dining spaces are perfect for parties of all types. Email us at sales@stanfordparkhotel.com and we’ll help you find what you’re looking for.

Location
100 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Neighborhood
Menlo Park
Cross street
Sand Hill Road
Parking details
Complimentary Self Parking at Stanford Park Hotel
Public transit
Cal Train - Menlo Park or Palo Alto
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

TAVERN BREAKFAST $24.00
two eggs any style. hickory smoked bacon or house-made sausage. cottage potatoes or seasonal fruit
SALMON & BAGEL $25.00
san francisco bagel. smoked salmon. capers. red onions. dill cream cheese
APPLE PIE BREAD PUDDING FRENCH TOAST $21.00
house-made bread pudding. solana gold apples. streusel crumble
HUCKLEBERY MAPLE PANCAKES $20.00
huckleberry compote. candied pecans. maple pecan butter
EGG WHITE SOFT SCRAMBLED $22.00
egg whites, de cicco broccoli, asparagus, blistered tomatoes. leeks. pecorino
GIUSTO'S ORGANIC OATMEAL $15.00
steel cut oats. sultanas. raisins. coke farm fresh berries. brown sugar

TAVERN FAVORITES

OMELETTE RANCHERO $20.00
california avocado. cotija cheese. tortilla rounds. sour cream. black beans. ranchero sauce
EGG WHITE OMELETTE $21.00
egg whites. bloomsdale spinach. caramelized onions. goat cheese
ENGLISH MUFFIN SANDWICH $21.00
housemade sausage. hickory smoked bacon. aged american cheddar. sunny side up egg. crushed cottage potatoes. garden lettuces
BREAKFAST BURRITO $18.00
pamplona chorizo. scrambled eggs. piquillo peppers. russet potatoes. crème fraiche
EGGS BENEDICT $23.00
jambon de paris. espelette bearnaise
CROQUE MADAME $18.00
pullman brioche. jambon de paris. bechamel. sunny side up egg. dijon mustard

TAVERN EXTRAS

TOAST $6.00
CROISSANT $6.00
CHOCOLATE CROISSANT $6.00
SEASONAL DANISH $6.00
SIGONA'S HALF GRAPEFRUIT $6.00
COFFEE $6.00
ESPRESSO $6.00
CAPPUCCINO $7.00
LATTE $7.00
SEASONAL FRUIT $18.00
FRESH SQUEEZED ORANGE OR GRAPEFRUIT $8.00
YOGURT PARFAIT$14.00

What 446 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Menlo Tavern offers a delightful dining experience with its "beautiful outdoor patio" and "exceptional" food. Guests love the "great service" and "gorgeous" ambience, enhanced by live music. While some find it pricey, the "terrific menu" and standout dishes like the hummus and desserts make it a "hidden gem" worth visiting.

627 Reviews

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Jason
VIP
New York City
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
“The service at Menlo Tavern was truly exceptional, and the food was outstanding. Every aspect of the experience exceeded expectations!”
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Karen
San Francisco
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
They had a nice selection of items for brunch. The food was very good overall, although the salmon was a tiny bit mushy. The Lemon Brule was excellent. The service was excellent, attentive without being smothering, and the ambiance was also excellent. There were not many other diners when we were there, not sure how noisy it would be if it were full, but it was nice and quiet for our visit. Prices are on the high side, but we will definitely be back when we want a special occasion meal.
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Jared
VIP
San Francisco
32 reviews
4.0
32 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a nice NewYearsEve dinner -- four old people in one of the booths. Service was efficient and professional; the food was ample and good. The salmon main was enjoyed by two of us. The rack of lamb featured three ribfulls, but was red-pink throughout. Waiter had asked how I wanted it and I'd said "not rare, more like medium" and what I got was (for my tastes) rare. The desert affogatos were perfect and the lemon sorbetto looked good and was much appreciated.
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Lisa
San Francisco
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We gad a great time! Thank you and we will be back soon. Happy New Year! Lisa
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Ann
VIP
New York City
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We discovered Menlo Tavern during a stay at The Stanford Park Hotel in 2020, and it has become a regular part of our holiday routine. The food is fantastic—delicious and unpretentious. We started with the artisan sourdough bread, served with butter and maldon sea salt, which was the perfect way to begin. For mains, we enjoyed the Lacinato Kale, the Sonoma Rack of Lamb with Moroccan spices (absolutely mouthwatering!), and the Cajun prawn fettuccine, which was rich and flavorful. Every dish exceeded expectations. Our server was attentive without being intrusive, adding to the relaxed yet refined atmosphere. Menlo Tavern is the ideal setting for a holiday get-together—cozy, welcoming, and filled with great food. We had an unforgettable evening and will definitely be back!
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Wael
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding service and food. One of our favorite spots to go out throughout the year
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Dr . Gregory
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delightful in all aspects. Will definitely return.
Menlo TavernResponded 7 days ago
Thank you for joining us for Christmas Eve Dinner, Gregory! We are so excited to have you back with us again soon.
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Russell
VIP
San Francisco
36 reviews
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
All our dishes were superb and Jeremy provided fabulous service!
Menlo TavernResponded 7 days ago
Hi Russel, Thanks for giving our team such a great review. We're happy you joined us, and delighted that you've had a great time. We'll let Jeremy know you appreciated his work-- and we hope to have you back with us again soon! Cheers!!
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pam
Los Angeles
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is always very professional , beautiful, and the food is excellent
Menlo TavernResponded 7 days ago
Thanks for visiting us, pam! We appreciate your loyalty and look for more opportunities to serve you and your loved ones again soon!
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Jackie
VIP
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely loved our evening at Menlo Tavern! It was perfect for our holiday get together!
Menlo TavernResponded on December 24, 2024
Hi Jackie, Thanks so much for taking the time to leave this great review! We love being a part of special moments and we wish you the happiest of celebrations this year. See you soon!
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FAQs

Menlo Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 330-2790.

Menlo Tavern is rated 4.6 stars by 446 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

100 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025

Additional information

Cross street
Sand Hill Road
Neighborhood
Menlo Park
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Dining Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Complimentary Self Parking at Stanford Park Hotel
Public transit
Cal Train - Menlo Park or Palo Alto
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Louis Salvatore and Tim Baragas
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.menlotavern.com/
Phone number
(650) 330-2790
Catering
Special dining options for parties of 12 or more. Private spaces available for rent. Large parties up to 80 guests.
Private party facilities
Menlo Tavern’s multiple dining spaces are perfect for parties of all types. Email us at sales@stanfordparkhotel.com and we’ll help you find what you’re looking for.

Menlo Tavern

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Breakfast Menu

TAVERN BREAKFAST $24.00

SALMON & BAGEL $25.00

APPLE PIE BREAD PUDDING FRENCH TOAST $21.00

HUCKLEBERY MAPLE PANCAKES $20.00

EGG WHITE SOFT SCRAMBLED $22.00

GIUSTO'S ORGANIC OATMEAL $15.00

TAVERN FAVORITES

OMELETTE RANCHERO $20.00

EGG WHITE OMELETTE $21.00

ENGLISH MUFFIN SANDWICH $21.00

BREAKFAST BURRITO $18.00

EGGS BENEDICT $23.00

CROQUE MADAME $18.00

TAVERN EXTRAS

TOAST $6.00

CROISSANT $6.00

CHOCOLATE CROISSANT $6.00

SEASONAL DANISH $6.00

SIGONA'S HALF GRAPEFRUIT $6.00

COFFEE $6.00

ESPRESSO $6.00

CAPPUCCINO $7.00

LATTE $7.00

SEASONAL FRUIT $18.00

FRESH SQUEEZED ORANGE OR GRAPEFRUIT $8.00

YOGURT PARFAIT$14.00

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Make a reservation

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