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Evvia, Palo Alto, CA
Award-winning

Evvia

4.8
4.8
4652 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 102 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighbourhood gem
Sister restaurant of Kokkari, Evvia has been serving authentic rustic Greek cuisine since 1995. Our fresh fish, savory roasted meats and grilled and roasted vegetables are perked up with a squeeze of lemon, a splash olive oil, and Mediterranean herbs. There is perfection in simplicity.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 326-0983
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Nikos Maheras
  • Private party facilities
    The restaurant can accommodate large parties. Please call for details.
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighbourhood
    Palo Alto
  • Cross Street
    Between University and Lytton
  • Parking details
    Valet is available Thursday, Friday and Saturdays during dinner service only.
  • Public transit
    CalTrain - University Avenue
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,652 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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Mediterranean

  • Peninsula

    Best Food

  • Peninsula

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Evvia delights with "fantastic lamb," a "warm and friendly atmosphere," and desserts that are "to die for." This Greek gem in Palo Alto consistently impresses with top-notch service and a vibrant, inviting ambiance. Perfect for special occasions, it offers a memorable dining experience with dishes that transport you to Greece.

4,652 Reviews
  1. Kris

    San Francisco

    68 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    68 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this restaurant and wish it were closer to where we live!

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  2. Akash

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place -- always on point with the service, food, and ambience.

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  3. Dan

    New York City

    8 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Very expensive considering how mediocre the food is.

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  4. Akihiro

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is an outstanding Greek restaurant. The best I have ever been to. Definitely a Michelin-quality. For a few decates I wanted to visit the famed Kokkari Estiatorio in SF but never had a chance. I am happy that they opened this location (sister restaurant) in Palo Alto. Calamari, Octopus, Lamb Chops, and their dessert offerings were all good. Stands out even for Palo Alto. The service quality was excellent as well. My business associate and I had a wonderful dinning experience. Thank you.

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  5. Amy

    San Francisco

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrating my birthday. Had a great meal. A few apps, salad, soup and fish. Loved it all

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  6. Debra

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I love the food at Evvia and the staff is very efficient and accomodating!!!

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  7. Francis

    San Francisco

    117 reviews

    5.0

    117 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outdoor heated dining with widely spaced tables. Oven roasted sea bream and vegetables plus a pasta special perfectly prepared. Pleasant friendly service.

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  8. Kathryn

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, well timed on delivery of each dish, great service

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  9. Rico

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have dined at Evvia for over 25 years, and it remains a favorite, especially for special occasions. Always a warm and inviting setting, with excellent food and service. We'll be back!

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  10. Andrea

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious as always and wonderful service and ambience too

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FAQs

Evvia is rated 4.8 stars by 4652 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 102 times today
Google Map for Evvia

420 Emerson Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross Street
    Between University and Lytton
  • Neighbourhood
    Palo Alto
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet is available Thursday, Friday and Saturdays during dinner service only.
  • Public transit
    CalTrain - University Avenue
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Nikos Maheras
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (650) 326-0983
  • Private party facilities
    The restaurant can accommodate large parties. Please call for details.
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