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Left Bank Menlo Park, Menlo Park, CA

Left Bank Menlo Park

4.5
4.5
2814 Reviews
$30 and under
French

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2 people
9:30 p.m.
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Inspired by the birthplace of the original Parisian brasseries along the Left Bank of the Seine River, Left Bank Brasserie is an authentic Parisian-style brasserie by Chef Roland Passot. Left Bank pays homage to the joie
de vivre that is synonymous with the Left Bank neighborhood in Paris. Guests are invited to step into
French culture, in a vibrant, social atmosphere that captures all the charm of traditional brasseries
and iconic alfresco dining of France. An all-day menu features authentic French cuisine utilizing
seasonal, local and organic ingredients, and consists of iconic lighter fare such as oysters, tartare and
prawns provençal, in addition to heartier classics like coq au vin and beef bourguignon. Inspired by the
Parisian-style Bar Américain, an extensive cocktail menu features classics of a bygone era, along with a
wide range of rotating taps, seasonal drafts and bottled beer, and an expertly-curated wine selection.

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Private dining

Private dining

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–8:30 pm Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 473-6543
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Our Salles De Amis is a beautiful private mezzanine. You can choose to overlook the main dining room from the balcony, or enclose the room completely with our lush velvet curtains. The sunny yellow walls, warm mahogany accents and vividly colored French posters make this the perfect setting for your occasion. Set up however you wish, the room is large enough for a party of 60, yet intimate enough for a smaller group of 10 or 20. Have a much larger group? We are happy to close the entire restaurant. Contact our Events team at 650.473.6543 or mpevents@leftbank.com
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining at Left Bank Menlo Park’s is ideal for business meetings or presentations, birthday parties cocktail receptions, rehearsal dinners, holiday parties, showers, and any other occasion requiring a lively environment and memorable experience.
  • Private party contact
    Mario Canela: (415) 226-6653
  • Neighbourhood
    Menlo Park
  • Cross Street
    Doyle
  • Parking details
    Public lots nearby.
  • Public transit
    The Menlo Park CalTrain stop is only two blocks away.<br />The ECR SamTrans is 1 block away.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Beaujolais Nouveau 2024

    Nov 21, 2024 - Nov 24, 2024
    Beaujolais Nouveau Release: Open regular hours, menu additions available all day (in addition to the regular menus), Beaujolais tasting @ 5-8PM, Beaujolais Nouveau Live Music Schedule: Thursday @ 11/21 5-8PM & Friday 11/22 5-8PM /// At one past midnight on the third Thursday of each November, from little villages and towns like Romanèche-Thorins, over a million cases of Beaujolais Nouveau begin their journey through a sleeping France to Paris for immediate shipment to all parts of the world. Banners proclaim the good news: Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrivé! “The New Beaujolais has arrived!” One of the most frivolous and animated rituals in the wine world has begun.
    Beaujolais Nouveau 2024 photo
  • Thanksgiving

    US$79.00 per person

    Nov 28, 2024 only
    Join us this Thanksgiving for an unforgettable dining experience at Left Bank Brasserie, where French elegance meets the warmth of the holiday season. Savor a specially crafted four-course prix fixe menu for $79 per person (exclusive of beverage, tax, and gratuity), designed to highlight the finest seasonal ingredients in a distinctly French style. Our Thanksgiving menu offers a sophisticated twist on holiday classics, with dishes that balance tradition and creativity. Guests can indulge in curated selections throughout each course. Make this Thanksgiving memorable with friends, family, and exceptional cuisine. Reserve your table at Left Bank Brasserie and celebrate the flavors of the season in a beautiful, welcoming atmosphere.
    Thanksgiving photo
  • Live Music (Every 1st & 3rd Fridays of the Month)

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy the winter season with live music in our dining room at Left Bank in Menlo Park! Join us on the first and third Fridays of each month, from 6-8 PM, and wind down your week with relaxing tunes while enjoying friends, family, and of course, fabulous French food! Cheers and see you there!
    Live Music (Every 1st & 3rd Fridays of the Month) photo

Offers

  • Happy Hour at Left Bank Menlo Park

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3:45 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.,Mon - Thu - 11:30 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3:45 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.,Fri - 11:30 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3:45 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.,Sat - 11:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3:45 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    Happy Hour is the Best Hour! Raise your glass and toast to Happy Hour! Our tasty bites and libations are sure to make your day. Enjoy a delicious spread of Short Rib Poutine, Moules, Calamari Frit, Sliders and more when you visit during Happy Hour, available every day from 3-6 PM at Left Bank Menlo Park. Cheers!

    Happy Hour at Left Bank Menlo Park photo

What 2,814 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Peninsula

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Left Bank Menlo Park offers a charming ambiance in downtown Menlo Park, perfect for both casual and special occasions. Guests appreciate its "wonderful relaxed outdoor dining" and "delicious food," such as the beef bourguignon and seafood pasta. Although service can be inconsistent, it often excels with attentive staff, making it a "go-to" spot for many.

2,814 Reviews
  1. paul

    Hawaii

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thoroughly enjoyable with excellent food and ambiance. The waiter was excellent; great service while not hovering. My birthday announcement in Open Table was ignored and the music, a delightful surprise on a Thursday night, was a bit too loud. Can’t wait to return.
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded today
    Hi paul, We're delighted to hear that you had a thoroughly enjoyable experience at Left Bank Menlo Park. It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our food and ambiance as well. We always strive to provide excellent service and we're glad we hit the mark for you. We apologize if you felt the music was a bit too loud. We'll definitely take note of your feedback to make sure it doesn't happen again. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another delightful surprise. Best regards, The Management Team

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  2. MARY

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was excellent. Only complaint was the music - nor French and too loud.
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded today
    Hey Mary, thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Left Bank Menlo Park. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. We're sorry to hear that the music was too loud for your taste. We'll certainly take your feedback into consideration as we continuously strive to improve our guests' experiences. We hope to see you again soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  3. Michelle

    San Francisco

    53 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ate really early on a Sunday so noise level is hard to judge. The cheese fondue was good, we hadn’t had one in a long time. The French onion soup was delicious, nice and cheesy, lots of onions and great broth. The F O burger was the best burger I’ve had in a long time. I asked for a cocktail that was on OpenTable’s Left Bank menu. The restaurant didn’t offer that cocktail but the bartender made it for me anyway. That is service above and beyond.
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the review, MichelleC! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your meal at Left Bank Menlo Park, especially the Fondue, Soup, and Burger. We strive to provide a great experience for our guests, and we're glad we could make your evening extra special. We're sorry for any confusion about our cocktail menu, but we appreciate your understanding. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best wishes, Darvin Aragon General Manager.

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  4. Andy

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Second visit, not much changed. Steak frites still good, maybe not quite as good as last time. French onion soup as good as I have had anywhere. Atmosphere is fun and comfortable, not stuffy. It's the kind of place that is an easy "go to" for a nice meal with friends or family.
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Andy, Thank you for leaving a review. I'm thrilled you enjoyed your time with us and look forward to welcoming you back in the near future. Best wishes, Darvin Aragon General Manager

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  5. GordonL

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was good, service was just ok. Took a while to put in order, water offered when we sat but not afterwards. No dessert menu offered, no goodbye or thanks when we left. It was just ok.
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for the review, GordonL! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food at Left Bank Menlo Park. We're sorry to hear about the service you received, as it's not typical of our standards. We will certainly take your feedback into account as we strive to improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future. Best wishes, Darvin Aragon General Manager

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  6. Barbara

    San Francisco

    35 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a nice experience. Primarily we enjoy the good service.
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded on November 16, 2024
    Thanks for visiting us, Barbara. The Management Team at Left Bank Menlo Park is thrilled to hear that you always enjoy your visits. It's fantastic to know that our service consistently meets your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and are committed to providing the same experience every time. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best wishes, Darvin Aragon General Manager

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  7. Blythe

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was mediocre. Ordered a pork chop that arrived dry; the restaurant was very obliging in giving me another but it had a raw spot.

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  8. Brandon

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, good food, will come back soon. Ty Left Bank team!
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded on November 7, 2024
    Dear Brandon, Thank you for leaving a review. I'm thrilled you enjoyed your time with us and look forward to welcoming you back in the near future. Best wishes, Darvin Aragon General Manager

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  9. Joanna

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    I like this place. Food is usually good. The service is also good but today the service was bad.
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded on November 4, 2024
    Dear Joanna, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. It appears we did not meet all of your expectations on your last visit, and for that, we sincerely apologize. We hope you will give us another chance to deliver the 5-star experience we strive to offer. Best wishes, Darvin Aragon General Manager

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Sandy

    San Francisco

    68 reviews

    5.0

    68 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a party of 11 people. The service was outstanding! The meals all came out at the same time and everything was tasty. What a great experience.
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded on November 4, 2024
    Hey Sandy, thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your party had a great time at Left Bank Menlo Park. It's wonderful to know that you found our service outstanding and all our meals tasty. We strive to provide our guests with an exceptional dining experience, so your positive feedback means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for more outstanding experiences! Best, The Management Team

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FAQs

Left Bank Menlo Park offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 473-6543.

Left Bank Menlo Park is rated 4.5 stars by 2814 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 p.m.
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Left Bank Menlo Park

635 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park, CA 94025

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Doyle
  • Neighbourhood
    Menlo Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–8:30 pm Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public lots nearby.
  • Public transit
    The Menlo Park CalTrain stop is only two blocks away.The ECR SamTrans is 1 block away.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (650) 473-6543
  • Catering
    Our Salles De Amis is a beautiful private mezzanine. You can choose to overlook the main dining room from the balcony, or enclose the room completely with our lush velvet curtains. The sunny yellow walls, warm mahogany accents and vividly colored French posters make this the perfect setting for your occasion. Set up however you wish, the room is large enough for a party of 60, yet intimate enough for a smaller group of 10 or 20. Have a much larger group? We are happy to close the entire restaurant. Contact our Events team at 650.473.6543 or mpevents&#64;leftbank.com
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining at Left Bank Menlo Park’s is ideal for business meetings or presentations, birthday parties cocktail receptions, rehearsal dinners, holiday parties, showers, and any other occasion requiring a lively environment and memorable experience.
  • Private party contact
    Mario Canela: (415) 226-6653
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