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Local Union 271, Palo Alto, CA

Local Union 271

4.2
4.2
541 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
We, as a local family owned restaurant, unite local, exceptionally produced, food and drink. We proudly purvey these locally sourced provisions in a comfortable setting that has been hand crafted by local artisans.

We strive to create a local experience that is abundantly flavorful, healthy, safe, and enjoyable. We are honest and do the right thing.

Local Union 271 is a circle of farms, ranches, dairies, hatcheries, bakeries, fisheries, breweries, and wineries- and a lot more! Our local partnerships are the core of our mission to provide healthy, sustainable, safe, organic ingredients.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 322-7509
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Toribio Flores
  • Catering
    Bring the farm-to-table taste of Local Union to your parties! Our catering packages brings the whole party from share plates to family-style meals. Drop us a line to book yours now. https://localunion271.com/catering
  • Private party facilities
    We have several options available for your special event or party, including fully custom menus and drink. Please contact us so we can learn more about your needs and give you a custom quote. https://localunion271.com/large-groups
  • Neighbourhood
    Palo Alto
  • Cross Street
    University Ave. between Bryant St. & Ramona St.
  • Parking details
    Bryant / Lytton Garage - Parking Lot S445 Bryant StPalo Alto CA 94301
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 541 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Peninsula

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Local Union 271 offers a vibrant atmosphere with attentive service. Guests rave about the "EXCELLENT service" and enjoy diverse menu options. Highlights include delicious brunch items and a "great vibe" for group gatherings. Some dishes receive mixed reviews, but the non-GMO meals, creative menu, and friendly staff make it a worthwhile visit.

541 Reviews
  1. Fred

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Cute place with very broad menu. We started with flatbread that was good but arugula and prosciutto was not very high quality. I had the Ceasar salad with shrimp that was good. My friend had the salmon bowl that he said was just fair. Service seemed rushed at first and then very slow when we were trying to pay the check. The indoor room was mostly empty when we were seated but we were seated right next to a threesome. In sum the varied menu has something for everyone but nothing special for anyone. A bit pricey, especially the very limited wine list.

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  2. Rowe

    San Francisco

    99 reviews

    5.0

    99 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful spot where food is good and staff is warm and attentive.

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  3. Peter

    Sacramento

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    The entire restaurant felt like you were sitting in a refrigerator

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  4. Susan

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    This was our first dinner at this restaurant. The menu is good for the gluten-free and vegetarians in our party. The problem with this restaurant is that the inside tables are too close together. You can easily hear conversation at the the next over tables, there is no sense of privacy for your own table. The service was uneven, although the server was very friendly.

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  5. nadine

    San Francisco

    24 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    waiter was friedly, attentive and the food was good.

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  6. KathrynG

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I came here with a large group from work and we had a wonderful experience. The restaurant has a great vibe, lots of food options (including for those with different dietary restrictions), and our waiter was attentive and even helped surprise a coworker with a birthday dessert and sparkler. Definitely recommend!

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  7. Carrie

    Calgary

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 18, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    One meal was overcooked, the other was so undercooked it looked like it just fought its way out of the ocean. Cocktails were not as advertised, would not recommend
    Local Union 271Responded on September 27, 2024
    Thank you for your feedback, and we sincerely apologize for the disappointing experience you had at Local Union 271. We strive for quality in both our meals and cocktails, and we appreciate your input as it helps us improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to provide you with the dining experience we aim for.

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Michael

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and excellent food. Highly recommend it.

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  9. Jan

    San Francisco

    29 reviews

    1.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I've been a customer of Local Union since they opened. Today's experience has caused me to cancel my next reservation. The online menu is no longer current so ordered a smoked salmon scramble. The saltiest smoked salmon I've ever encountered. The "grilled" onions were raw and the goat cheese almost non existent. This was served in a little pan with a 1/2 of liquid on the bottom so quite soggy. My side of what has always been the BEST tomato soup was chunky, overly thick and a disappointment. My husband's burger lacked any flavor except that brought by the pickle chips. It's sad to see this once great local restaurant failing. Service has always been spotty but today we had the misfortune of being seating where the servers congregate so had to listen to them complain about their customers.
    Local Union 271Responded on September 27, 2024
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at Local Union 271, as we strive to provide every guest with delicious food and excellent service. Your comments about the menu, food quality, and service environment are important to us, and we will address these issues with our team to ensure we make the necessary improvements. We hope to have the opportunity to regain your trust in the future.

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  10. John

    San Francisco

    43 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food is a step above fast-food, but at high end prices. Service is decent, but the kitchen lets them down. Skip it.
    Local Union 271Responded on September 27, 2024
    Thank you for your feedback. We’re continually working to improve both our service and kitchen operations, and we hope you’ll consider giving us another chance in the future.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Local Union 271 offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Local Union 271 also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 322-7509.

Local Union 271 is rated 4.2 stars by 541 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Local Union 271

271 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301-1714

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    University Ave. between Bryant St. & Ramona St.
  • Neighbourhood
    Palo Alto
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Bryant / Lytton Garage - Parking Lot S445 Bryant StPalo Alto CA 94301
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Toribio Flores
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (650) 322-7509
  • Catering
    Bring the farm-to-table taste of Local Union to your parties! Our catering packages brings the whole party from share plates to family-style meals. Drop us a line to book yours now. https://localunion271.com/catering
  • Private party facilities
    We have several options available for your special event or party, including fully custom menus and drink. Please contact us so we can learn more about your needs and give you a custom quote. https://localunion271.com/large-groups
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