A co-worker and I were waiting for dinner with our team, so we decided to stop by Murdoch's Bar to…read morewait. The staff there was very kind. A few different restaurants occupies the space here as well. We met up with another person from our team, as he was out with his wife and baby and was going to stop by to say hi, as he couldn't make it to dinner with us. We ordered and he ended up paying for our drinks, which was so thoughtful of him. My co-worker and I sat and talked for a bit and drank. I couldn't quite remember what I ordered but it was definitely delicious! Will definitely be back here if we're in the area to get something to drink. The atmosphere was amazing and the staff was super kind.

I like the small-town, rusty vibe. Drinks are decent…read more Bartenders are friendly and fast.

Amazing cocktails, great ambiance, cordial & kind bartenders, awesome spot. As a Los Altos Hills…read morelocal, this is the IT SPOT. Love Amandine... the best.

Cozy atmosphere, attentive service and an eclectic cocktail menu. The Royal Treatment was…read moreexcellent--wish I'd had time to try one or two more.

Can I just say I have been lucking out lately with the coolest bars lately?…read more Love the vibe at this unassuming lil joint. Almost missed it because there was no sign. Keep an eye out for tables & patrons who are laughing & having a great time right outside the door- good sign. Also seems to be a locals hangout which is awesome! Lots of craft cocktails, snack & food menu and great service. Had an Its Alright Cocktail was well balanced and the flavors paired perfectly. Coming back again for sure!

Had an after-dinner drink to celebrate a buddy's milestone birthday. He already had Bar Underdog in…read moremind. I knew it was on California Ave. This was an old haunt of mine back when The Edge dance club was the place to be in this part of Palo Alto. Over the years I had still visited the area for its restaurants and the old camera store Keeble & Shuchat (closed for many years). Stepping into the very dark bar lit by small candles on the table I was immediately reminded at how old I was. It would say it was intimate, but it was a bit too loud to be that. However, it did have an intimate vibe. This joint's specialty (I assumed) was a menu full of house drinks. Sadly, I did not recognize any of them. I went with "You Should Try It" and it was fine. I could not describe what it tasted like, other than it was a mixed drink. My buddy ordered a "Vesper" but it didn't seem like the one Daniel Craig ordered in "Casino Royale". Service was okay and our server was very busy. Still, we got our drinks without having to wait too long. I had forgotten what it was like to go to a popular bar. Pic time.

We searched up "dive bar" while visiting Los Altos, and this spot was highly recommended. I…read moreunderstand why. Exceptional staff, strong pours, laid back atmosphere. Probably one of the best "dives" I've been to. If you want a simple drink and good conversation, this is the spot!

Le Banc is the kind of dive bar you're always hoping to stumble upon. Tucked right behind Amandine,…read moreit feels like a little hidden neighborhood gem. It's got that classic dive vibe--unpretentious, relaxed, and easy to settle into--but what really stood out was how clean the space was. Sometimes dive bars can feel a little too gritty, but this place strikes a great balance between character and comfort. The staff was super kind and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. They were quick with drinks and genuinely friendly without being over the top. We lucked out and came on a karaoke night, which was such a fun surprise. The energy picked up in the best way, and it felt like everyone was just there to have a good time. Bonus points for the slight discount if you pay in cash--always appreciated. If you're looking for a laid-back, no-frills spot with good vibes and occasional karaoke fun, Le Banc is definitely worth checking out.

Food was very good Music level was too loud and it was very…read moredifficult to hear one another Requested to reduce volume but ignored multiple times

Anita was amazing. The service is exceptional! This is my families first time here and they will…read morereturn because of her.

Long story short, Second Story was one of the best cocktail bar's I've ever been to. We went there…read morelast night for our friend's birthday party, and we were just ordering drinks from the bar. The bartender (manager?), Filippos, recognized we had a lot of people, and proactively got us a comfortable seating area for all of us. Thank you Filippos for being so thoughtful and hospitable! And once we got seated, we had a server named Tikka, who was amazing. She made our whole night smooth and memorable. The service was above and beyond. Also, shout out to Dakota, one of the best bartenders. He was super friendly (even though it was very busy) and wanted to make sure everyone was taken care of. In terms of drinks, I recommend the Vesper and So Fresh So Clean. All their drinks are exceptional. The ambiance was the most impressive part. It's very spacious and you don't feel cramped like other cocktail bars. And they have two bars that are both well-staffed, so no one is annoyed trying to order a drink. Even when it's crowded, you don't have to wait. Thank you, for all the hard work behind the scenes to create best-in-class customer service and cocktails.

What a wonderful night it was! A huge Thank you to Melissa…read moreand her team who executed the perfect Happily ever after party for my son and daughter in law. The night was exactly what they wanted; Great friends, incredible cocktails, yummy food, music and a whole lot of Love and Laughter!!! Do not hesitate to book a party at SS,

I love this restaurant! Everything we ordered tasted great. Highly recommend the French dip egg…read morerolls!! Service was also just as great. Everyone is so friendly. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to!

Clean. Local restaurant. Service was ok…read more Came a little before lunch time. Nothing crazy. We ordered The redwood burger, Nachos and Pork tacos. Theres a decent number of choices. It was fine. The burger was the best of the three. The selected bun went well with the insides of the burger. There were no other people eating when we went, so slow and not busy. So if you're looking for a chill place, it works. We sat indoor. It's close to our home but not sure I would go back again honestly. It was fine, just nothing special enough to go back and try. Private lot in-front though.

I came here to get a meal in this Los Altos neighborhood and I came across this American restaurant…read morebar. It has both indoor and outdoor seating. There seemed to have enough patrons during the weekday lunch period from local workers looking for a business lunch and I also saw two families with kids. The restaurant had one server for all of the people, he had his hands full. There is a full bar and extensive wines and liquors to choose from, if you feel like a mid-day drink. There are five booths for 4 people, two tables for six, three tall tables for two, one tall table for four, and some tables for outdoor dining. The restaurant has easy listening music. It's a good place for a relaxing meal during your day. The menu is attached, with lunch specials. There is also a parking lot located behind the restaurant and available street parking in front. I would be comfortable coming here again with a few friends to socialize. The poki bowl was quite good, it hit the spot for me. There are three televisions in the restaurant for sports watching as well.

**One and done.** I…read morecame for happy hour and regretted it immediately. The server's expression could curdle milk, and it never let up the entire visit. The dining room was sweltering, no AC running on a 90 degree day. She refilled our water with warm water, and when we asked for ice, it never showed up; we had to flag down a kitchen runner to get any. We asked about a cocktail that was listed by name only, with no description. Her entire answer was "a cocktail." Not helpful. The menus didn't help either. Three separate menus, all dense and cluttered, made it hard to figure out what we even wanted to order. On top of all that, the food was mediocre at best, small portions, flavorless, disappointing for a Los Altos restaurant at this price point. Between the heat, the service, and the food, there was nothing that made this worth a return visit. Based on the owner's responses to other reviews here, it seems she prefers to argue with customers rather than fix the actual issues, warm dining room, no ice, unhelpful service. That's a customer service problem, not a customer problem **Stay away.**

One year later, still delicious. The lamb curry was phenomenal, so tender and flavorful served with…read morepickled veg to cut through the richness. Super balanced. The whole branzino is the perfect combination of tangy, sour, spicy, salty. Oof 10/10. Good service, beautiful space.

This place wow'd me! I thought it would be overhyped but it was one of the best meals I've had in a…read morewhile. While the servers were very kind, the hosts seemed kind of rude and standoff-ish which started the dinner at the wrong foot. However, the experience went up from there! The cocktails were strong and well crafted. My favorite dish was the hamachi aguachile and the skirt steak. I would definitely come back for those. The pork shank was good and extremely tender but not as mind blowing as I expected. We also got the tuna quinoa poke salad, pita & dip, and goat empanadas. They were good but nothing outstanding. This place is pricy so I recommend coming for a date night or with a group to try the different items. These are definitely shareable plates.

Amazing vibe with live piano and open bar (indoor & outdoor)…read more Service was great with the chef and servers, continuously checking the table and refilling water. Food was overall satisfying. Would revisit for bar experience as well as bar has different food menu too.

I tried calling to share feedback, but they did not answer which I feel is important to note…read more We don't mind paying for a quality experience--especially for special occasions--which is why we chose Broma to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Unfortunately, we left regretting that decision. From the start, the experience felt unwelcoming when we were seated with our 3-year-old daughter. There was no single overtly disrespectful moment, but the overall tone and repeated small interactions made us feel like we were being judged for having a child with us. At one point, when our daughter accidentally dropped her fork while playing, the reaction we received came across as frustration, which added to that feeling. We understand not every restaurant is designed for young children, but Broma presents itself as a place for friends and family. Instead, we felt like we had to constantly manage and overcorrect normal toddler behavior, which created stress and took away from what should have been a special occasion. Because of that, we didn't feel comfortable raising concerns during the meal when the server checked in--we were more focused on getting through the experience without drawing additional attention. We were also offered an off-menu item without any mention of price. The menu we were given did not list the smash burger, so when I ordered a double, I had no context for the cost. The final price was a surprise, and we would have made a different decision with that information upfront. The food itself did not match the price point. The "smash burger" was not prepared in the style typically expected, and overall the meal felt underwhelming for the cost. Lastly, the billing was confusing. The paper receipt listed "gratuity," while the digital receipt labeled the same charge as a "service charge," making it unclear whether an additional tip was expected. That lack of clarity does not align with the level of transparency expected at this price point. We don't mind paying for a great experience, especially for meaningful occasions, but this visit did not meet that standard and ultimately left us regretting our choice to celebrate here.