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TAVERNA - Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA

TAVERNA - Palo Alto

4.8
4.8
1516 Reviews
$31 to $50
Greek

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 61 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
For centuries, a taverna has been a neighborhood gathering place where friends can meet to eat, drink and enjoy life. Taverna co-founders Thanasis Pashalidis and Hakan Bala were raised with a shared ethical compass, which the Greeks call "philotimo" or "love of honor". Family and friends are their ingredients of life, and they believe that nutrition, happiness and health are all directly correlated. Both partners have been culturally influenced by the remedies of the old world and incorporate them into the lifestyle of Taverna. Both have an "ethos" that drives them and inspires others to live fully, which they consider the flavor of life's success. They understand that life is to be enjoyed and that time is of the essence. They are aware that every day is a gift.

Taverna has been created to make people happy and feel alive.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Greek, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:45 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 304-3840
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Thanasis Pashalidis & Hakan Bala
  • Private party facilities
    Taverna Restaurant offers private and large party dining for up to 50 guests in our private event room. Taverna’s event room is ideal for corporate events, birthdays, weddings, and special occasions. Choose between one our three family style menus.
  • Private party contact
    Thanasis Pashalidis or Hakan Bala: (650) 304-3840
  • Neighborhood
    Palo Alto
  • Cross street
    Homer Ave
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • TAVERNA Valentine's Day Dinner $125 per Guest

    $161.28 per person

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    TAVERNA Valentine's Day Dinner $125 per Guest Taverna Valentine's Day Dinner - Guests will be enjoying a 4-course "Family" style menu at $125 Per Guest and a Credit Card will be required to secure the reservation. To view our menu please visit our website at http://tavernarestaurant.net/.
    TAVERNA Valentine's Day Dinner $125 per Guest Photo

What 1,516 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Greek

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
TAVERNA in Palo Alto offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing" Greek-inspired dishes and "incredible service." Patrons praise the "attentive staff," "delicious food," and a "cozy atmosphere." The outdoor dining area adds charm, while the varied wine list complements expertly crafted dishes. Ideal for celebrations or relaxed dinners with friends.

1,516 Reviews
  1. Raul

    VIP

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food paired with flawless service. Definitely will be back - especially for the moussaka and bougatsa.

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  2. James

    VIP

    New York City

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, pacing, and staff were all terrific. Glad it was recommended to me by a local.

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  3. Diaz

    VIP

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. We were a group of 6 and our host made some excellent choices for us “family style” and we all left very happy and satisfied. The food was tasty and the check did not feel excessive (especially the corkage) and much better value than many comparable restaurants in sky high priced Palo Alto.

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  4. dianne

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious takes on traditional dishes. A lively atmosphere and friendly good service made for an exceptionally nice meal.

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  5. Andrea

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service. Good food. Highly recommend. They did a great job serving our large group.

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  6. Arman

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food. One of the nicest dishes I have ever had. The lamb riblets was amazing. everything else was incredible.

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  7. Kristina

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic service and food !! Love Taverna !! A special two family dinner

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  8. Monica

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So yummy!!! Tastes like a high end restaurant in Greece.

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  9. Mark

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed a lovely dinner on NYE. A few fun decorations on the tables, attentive service without being too much, and most of all, delicious, well-prepared food. Dietary-based requests were easily accommodated, and helpful recommendations from our waiter gave us a personalized dining experience. Thank you!

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  10. Sina

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Best Greek Restaurant. Best Lamb Items in Bay Area!

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FAQs

TAVERNA - Palo Alto is rated 4.8 stars by 1516 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 61 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for TAVERNA - Palo Alto

800 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301-2412

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Homer Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Palo Alto
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:45 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Greek, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Thanasis Pashalidis & Hakan Bala
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (650) 304-3840
  • Private party facilities
    Taverna Restaurant offers private and large party dining for up to 50 guests in our private event room. Taverna’s event room is ideal for corporate events, birthdays, weddings, and special occasions. Choose between one our three family style menus.
  • Private party contact
    Thanasis Pashalidis or Hakan Bala: (650) 304-3840
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