Best Kid Friendly Restaurants in Portola Valley

13 restaurants available nearby

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1. Buca di Beppo - Palo Alto

4.1

Excellent(859)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Palo Alto

Booked 11 times today

If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in Palo Alto, CA then come to Buca. Our Italian Restaurant serves Authentic Family Style Italian Food. When you ask a Palo Alto, CA resident what their favorite Italian restaurant is, they're sure to say Buca di Beppo because we make every guest feel like family. From the moment you walk in our doors, we make you feel warm and welcome. Our attentive staff tends to all of your dining needs while our talented chefs skillfully prepare heaping portions of your favorites. Be sure to bring your appetite because we serve up all of our authentic Italian specialties family style! Buca is perfect for any occasion from enjoying a weeknight dinner with your family, a romantic dinner for two, or a huge birthday celebration. Reserve one of our semi-private dining rooms, let us cater your next event, or simply stop by for lunch or dinner! We are conveniently located by the Downtown Library and Heritage Park, near El Camino Real and Highway 82. Come feast with us today!

2. The Mandarin

4.3

Awesome(44)

Price: Moderate

• Sichuan • Menlo Park

Booked 3 times today

Delicious, authentic Chinese cuisine in San Mateo County!

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3. Barbayani Greek Taverna

4.6

Exceptional(257)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Los Altos

Booked 21 times today

**For parties of 15 or more, kindly call our Events ManagerRobert Miguel at (415) 307-5609 or email robertm@barbayanitaverna.com.** Hospitality in ancient Greece is a timeless tradition deeply woven into the fabric of its culture. In the Mediterranean, a region historically known as a melting pot of diverse cultures and cuisines, this spirit of hospitality was not only a virtue but a sacred duty. From the early times of city-states to the present day, the people of Greece have welcomed weary travelers as if they were guests from the gods themselves. This tradition is a testament to the enduring values of generosity, kindness, and warmth that have characterized Greek society for millennia. Whether it’s a simple offering of food and shelter or the sharing of stories and experiences, the essence of Greek hospitality remains as vibrant and essential today as it was in the days of Homer’s epic tales.

4. Anatolian Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(655)

Price: Moderate

• Turkish • Palo Alto

Booked 8 times today

Anatolian Kitchen offers traditional Central/Eastern Turkish cuisine. We are family operated. Our menu choices are prepared directly on site, with a particular emphasis on freshness, and producing the many flavors native to the Anatolian region.Come and observe the performance in our open kitchen, as we prepare fresh bread. We are excited to bring our cuisine to Palo Alto. Many of our customers are international, working here, far from their homes, and have expressed their appreciation for the menu that we offer. Come and enjoy.

5. The Post

4.5

Awesome(380)

Price: Moderate

• American • Los Altos

Booked 15 times today

At the Post we are bringing together comfort food you can feel good about with innovative cocktails, a special spirits list, craft beer & wines, the post offers a neighborhood dining experience for sharing a drink or meal with friends, family, or coworkers. Opened by Victoria Breslin in early 2018, the restaurant will serve a menu that changes according to the season. Our chef focuses on ingredients from local, responsible, and sustainable farmers. The bar program will follow the same philosophy with seasonal and fresh new ideas and ingredients.HistoryEstablished in 2018.The restaurant's name draws from the history of the Main Street building it's housed in, known as the Copeland Building. The historic building, which is on the list of Los Altos Historic Landmarks, originally housed the city's post office.

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6. Show de Carnes Brazilian Steakhouse - Palo Alto

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4.4

Awesome(7)

Price: Very Expensive

• Brazilian Steakhouse • Palo Alto

Booked 23 times today

"Craving an unforgettable dining experience? Join us at Show de Carnes in Palo Alto for the finest Brazilian steakhouse experience! Savor perfectly grilled meats, enjoy refreshing drinks, and immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Brazil. Your table awaits!

7. Cetrella

4.7

Exceptional(857)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Los Altos

Booked 6 times today

Named for Capri, a culinary crossroads for Mediterranean-Rim cuisine, Cetrella's 22-year fine dining appears in Gourmet Magazine, MODERN LUXURY Silicon Valley Magazine, among others. The dining room's atmospheric Venetian plaster colors evoke sea and sky, sand and cliffs, foliage and forestry, opening to a Spanish-tiled Paseo, teaching kitchen and underground speakeasy. Cetrella’s culinary team prepares innovative seasonal dishes butternut squash soup, cod-stuffed piquillo pepper, lobster campanelle, king salmon on cauliflower cream, tarte au chocolat ambroisien with blood orange sorbet.M'hamed Bahet | Managing Partner

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8. Roger Bar & Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(324)

Price: Moderate

• American • Mountain View

Booked 11 times today

Roger is not a physical space, but a mindset.Sustainability is a core value for us, but what is it we are trying to sustain?Good, healthy relationships.We relate, connect, and interact with different kinds of things all the time. And it's these relationships that give our lives meaning.Received Order Given, Expect Results - or R.O.G.E.R., for short.

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9. Fairchilds Public House

4.0

Excellent(102)

Price: Moderate

• American • Mountain View

Fairchilds Public House, serves as the central gathering place for guests . Based on locally-sourced ingredients, the diverse menu serves up favorite fare with a California twist. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner and happy hour, Fairchilds Public House is the perfect spot for a meal or event. Indoor and outdoor spaces include a fresh-air veranda with fireplace nook, breakfast lounge, dinner seating, and a group dining room that holds up to 40 people. ***Due to high demand our outside patio seating cannot be guaranteed therefore there may be a wait when you arrive. If seating is available inside we can seat you right away if you have a reservation.

10. Porta Blu

4.1

Excellent(131)

Price: Expensive

• European • Menlo Park

Booked 1 time today

Porta Blu is open with a full menu for indoor and outdoor dining and take-out, offering southern coastal European cuisine while drawing inspiration from California produce. Porta Blu's bar features innovative seasonal cocktails and a well-curated local beer and wine program. Enjoy the ingredients focused menu from the outdoor dining patio or in the vibrant atmosphere of the backyard garden and activity lawn.

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San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent service and food was outstanding 🙌🏼👏🏼👍🏼
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Buca di Beppo - Palo AltoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Palo Alto
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4.1
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Andres
Seattle / Eastern Washington •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I have to go back many more time to try everything on the menu. The food was outstanding. The service was really good, our waitress was very nice, respectful of our space and always on top making sure the table was clean and we had everything needed. Amazing experience all around.
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Barbayani Greek TavernaPrice: Moderate• Greek• Los Altos
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4.6
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Elena
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great spot for school meet-up with parents and kids. Just had a high school gathering at The Post with about 20 people—everything was set up on time and run smoothly, the staff was super attentive. It wasn’t quiet enough for easy conversation with a group this size. Definitely recommend!
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The PostPrice: Moderate• American• Los Altos
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4.5
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Carol
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We loved our evening at Anatolian Kitchen. Several members of our party had the chicken shish kebab and one had the lamb shish kebab. Excellent! The staff was also very attentive.
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Anatolian KitchenPrice: Moderate• Turkish• Palo Alto
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4.7
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ExplorerSvip
San Francisco Bay Area •14 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2024
Booked for 2 but ended up with 5. First time around and we liked the food and appreciated the service. Restaurant owner came by to chat and shared. Will return.
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The MandarinPrice: Moderate• Sichuan• Menlo Park
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4.3

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13 restaurants available nearby

1. Buca di Beppo - Palo Alto

2. The Mandarin

3. Barbayani Greek Taverna

4. Anatolian Kitchen

5. The Post

6. Show de Carnes Brazilian Steakhouse - Palo Alto

7. Cetrella

8. Roger Bar & Restaurant

9. Fairchilds Public House

10. Porta Blu

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