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Menlo Tavern Bar 4pm daily - Menlo Tavern, Menlo Park, CA

Menlo Tavern

4.6
4.6
435 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
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
  • 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.
  • Neighbourhood
    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

Experiences

  • Visit Santa & Mrs. Claus at Menlo Tavern!

    Dec 1, 2024 - Dec 21, 2024
    Santa and Mrs. Claus are in Menlo Park! Visit Us the First Three Saturdays in December to meet the Big Man and the Mrs. before the Holiday!

What 435 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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.

616 Reviews
  1. Erin

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely dinner! Everything was excellent, from the cocktails to the main dishes. Great recommendations. Service was great and everything was quite comfortable, relaxing, and lovely.
    Menlo TavernResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Erin, Thanks for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a lovely dinner at Menlo Tavern. It's great to know that you enjoyed our cocktails, main dishes, and service. We strive to provide a comfortable, relaxing dining experience and your feedback confirms that we're on the right track. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon!

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  2. Deborah

    VIP

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere for a Christmas gathering-- cozy and festive.

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  3. Jeannie

    VIP

    San Francisco

    47 reviews

    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff was friendly and the food was tasty. There were Nine of us, so we ordered family style so we all had a chance to taste the dishes. The fries, waygu meatball were a hit and so were the gnocchi and scallops. Beets and burrata salad was great too. We also ordered four different desserts, we devoured them!! Great place for dinner!!! Will definitely come back.
    Menlo TavernResponded on December 8, 2024
    Hi Jeannie, Thanks for joining us for dinner! We're glad to hear that all was enjoyed. We look forward to your next visit!

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  4. Bonnie

    VIP

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    we had an excellent lunch today with good service and good food.  it was quiet and we were able to enjoy conversation. 
    Menlo TavernResponded on December 4, 2024
    Dear Bonnie, thank you very much for taking the time to share your most recent review with our team. We are so happy to hear that all went well, and we look forward to being of service to you in the near future.

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  5. Kathie

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A real neighborhood secret. Outstanding restaurant.
    Menlo TavernResponded on December 2, 2024
    Lovely to have you with us Kathie, thank you so much for your kind words! We look forward to having you back with us again soon!

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  6. Ashley

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restraint was amazing and the service was spectacular.
    Menlo TavernResponded on November 30, 2024
    Dear Ashley, Thank you for your 5-star review. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your food and service, and we look forward to taking care of you in the near future.

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  7. Fred

    VIP

    San Francisco

    139 reviews

    4.0

    139 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Return visit was good. "Pot Pie Tuesday" was featured and we had the Chicken Pot Pie. Very good. Service was excellent and overall experience was excellent
    Menlo TavernResponded on November 30, 2024
    Dear Fred, Thank you very much for taking the time out of your schedule to share your most recent review with our team. We appreciate your support and look forward to having you back home with us soon.

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  8. Maria

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had the grilled chicken salad. Although the portion was more than generous, the chicken was wa-a-ay overcooked. It was like leather. From a high end restaurant I expected better.
    Menlo TavernResponded on November 24, 2024
    Hi Maria, Thank you for coming to join us! I appreciate your comments regarding your salad- I will definitely look into this issue to ensure we rectify the cook on the chicken. We hope to have you back with us again soon!

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  9. Lisa

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time! Food was excellent as was the service. We will be back!
    Menlo TavernResponded on November 24, 2024
    Thank you for joining us, and leaving such a kind review! We look forward to you joining us again soon.

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  10. Steven

    VIP

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It was wonderful to find a quiet place with reasonable food that is open after 9PM!!!!!
    Menlo TavernResponded on November 10, 2024
    Hi Steven, We're glad you found us! Hope you come join us again soon. Cheers!

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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 435 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 28 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Menlo Tavern

100 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Sand Hill Road
  • Neighbourhood
    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
  • 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.
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