Award-winning

CAMPER

4.7

882 Reviews

$30 and under

Farm-to-table

898 Santa Cruz Avenue, Menlo Park, CA 94025

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2 people

Apr 18, 2025

April 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions

Nestled in Menlo Park, Camper invites you to a culinary adventure led by Chef Greg Kuzia-Carmel, a Michelin-starred talent. Experience a vibrant atmosphere filled with natural light and rustic charm, perfect for enjoying California's seasonal bounty. The menu highlights fresh, local ingredients with hand-cut pastas, succulent roast chicken, and vegetable-centric dishes. Each plate is crafted to let natural flavors shine, whether you're indulging in a grilled Wagyu cheeseburger or creamy Dungeness crab spaghetti. Vegan and gluten-free options ensure everyone can find something delightful. Camper also features an extensive wine list and handcrafted cocktails, enhancing your dining experience. Discover Camper, where California flavors come to life and warm hospitality awaits.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–1:15 pm Dinner Mon, Tue 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(650) 321-8980
Website
https://campermp.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Greg Kuzia-Carmel
Private party facilities
Camper serves rustic, market-driven Californian fare in Menlo Park, CA. Camper proudly works with a collection of local farmers, fisherman, artisans and craftspeople to create a unique blend of food and hospitality. We emphasize local, sustainable, handmade and, whenever possible, organic goods.

Location
898 Santa Cruz Avenue, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
Menlo Park
Cross street
University
Parking details
Ample street parking and a large parking lot behind the restaurant.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

Easter Prix-Fixe 2025
Apr 20, 2025 only
Gather your loved ones for a delightful Brunch at Camper on Sunday, April 20th, from 10AM-2PM! Enjoy our specially curated prix-fixe menu ($45/adult | $25/child), featuring a selection of Spring-inspired dishes, baked pastries, and seasonal favorites.

A Mix of Our Market Haul Vegetable Pickles$8.00
Mediterranean Olives Marinated In Roasted Garlic + Spices$8.00
Warm Cast Iron Buttermilk Cornbread$10.00
Green Chili - Honey Butter
Snap Peas & Shoots*$14.00
Red Pepper Pesto, Hazelnut + Spice Granola
Blistered Shishito Peppers$9.00
Hanoi Vinaigrette, Crispy Shallots

Starters

Smokey Wild Onion + Potato Soup$11.00
Bentons Ham, Crème Fraîche, Sourdough Breadcrumbs
Distefano Burrata$18.00
Barely Cooked Asparagus, Green Garbanzo + Caper Tapenade, Coraline Chicories
Salad of Tender Lettuces + Greens$14.00
Radishes, Grapes, Creamy Buttermilk-Dill Dressing
1 Oz. Regis Ova Caviar$35.00
Grilled White Asparagus, Vin Jaune Butter, Crispy Sunchoke

Fresh Pastas

Fennel Pollen Bucatini$26.00
Pernod, Clams, Mussels, Garlic, Calabrian Chiles, Clams Casino Cream
Herb Dumpling*$23.00
Kale + Almond Pesto, Artichokes, Blistered Romano Beans, Colatura, Stracciatella
Crispy Chickpea Panisse$24.00
Heirloom Cauliflower, Saffron Puree, Black Garbanzo + Cilantro Zhoug
Green Nettle Campanelle*$24.00
Grilled + Braised Lamb Sugo, Castelvetrano Olives, Walnut Gremolata
Fresh Ricotta Agnolotti$25.00
Fava Beans + Leaves, Mascarpone, Pea Tendrils, Meyer Lemon, Mint
Gold Die Mezze Rigatoni$23.00
12-Hour Modenese Style Pork Ragu, Oreganata, Parmigiano

Entrées

Spice Crusted Local Cod$32.00
Green Coconut Curry, Beluga Lentils, Charred Cabbage, Herb Salad
Fried Calrose Rice$24.00
Garlic Chive Kimchi, Roasted Mushrooms, Yuzu Citron + Sesame Furikake
Smoked Petaluma Half Chicken$43.00
Syracuse Potatoes, Charred Leeks, Green Garlic Chimichurri
Camper Cheeseburger$23.00
Pickled Green Tomatoes, Gem Lettuce, Secret Sauce, Shoestring French Fries
Marinated Tri-Tip "Greg'S Steak"$38.00
Black Garlic-Baba Ganoush, Broccoli di Ciccio, Eggplant

Sides

A Small Salad of Greens + Lettuces$6.00
French Fries$9.00
Catalan Ketchup + Garlic Aioli
Midwife Sourdough Bread + Our Smoked Ricotta$9.00

Sangria

Springtime Sangria
White Wine, Lemon, Lime, Orange, Rum
- By the Glass$12.00
- By the Pitcher$60.00

Our Cocktails

The Rose$16.00
Nikka Vodka, Lime, Aperol, Touch of Cane Sugar
Yogi Bear Gimlet$16.00
Gin, Honey, Lime, Lemon Camper Forest Tincture
Fancy Pants Daiquiri$16.00
Appleton Signature Rum, Lime Rhum JM 100, Cane Sugar
Upstate Sour$16.00
Shenk's Bourbon, Lemon, Cane Syrup, Lambrusco Wine Float
New Kid on the Block$16.00
Old Overholt Bonded Rye, Japanese Raw Sugar + House Bitters
Don't Call Me That$18.00
Ford's Navy Gin, Blanc Vermouth, The Botanist Gin, Campari, Sherry, Aperol + Lime Bitters
Pink Caddy Margarita$17.00
Tequila Ocho Reposado, Lime, Grand Marnier, Contratto, + A Partial Salted Rim

Bartender's Spotlight

Short Armed Boxer$18.00
Madre Mezcal, Suze, Tequila Ocho Reposado, Dry Vermouth + A Touch of Fino Sherry

Foreign + Domestic Wines

Victorine de Chastenay, Cremant de Bourgogne FR, NV$14.00
McIntyre Vineyards, Rosé of Pinot Noir SLH, CA '19$13.00
Societa' Agricola Villa Varda, Pinot Grigio, Friuli IT '20$12.00
Raffaitin-Planchon, Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre FR '20$20.00
Nigl, Grüner Veltliner "Freiheit" Kremstal Austria '20$12.00
Valravn, Chardonnay, Sonoma County CA '19$16.00
Los Cantos, Tempranillo, Ribera del Duero SP '18$15.00
Produttori de Barbaresco, Nebbiolo, Langhe Piedmont IT '17$18.00
Dei Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Sangiovese, Tuscany IT '18$20.00
Bonaccorsi, Pinot Noir "Sebastiano Vnyd" Sta Rita Hills CA '14$18.00
Lúuma, Cabernet Sauvignon, Oak Knoll Napa Valley CA '19$18.00
Château Landiras, Merlot Cabernet Blend, Bordeaux FR '18$16.00

Craft Beers

Embark Ciderworks "The Northerner" Apple Cider
- Can (12 oz)$9.00
Perennial Artisan Ales, Saison de Lis
- Can (16 oz)$10.00
Coronado Brewing "Salty Crew" Blonde Ale
- Can (12 oz)$8.00
Other Brother Beer Co. "Super Custom" Common Ale
- Can (16 oz)$12.00
Barrelhouse Brewing "Juicy" Hazy IPA
- Can (12 oz)$8.00
Clown Shoes Brewing "Rainbows Are Real" IPA
- Can (16 oz)$10.00
Anderson Valley Brewing Co., Oatmeal Stout
- Can (12 oz)$8.00

Zero-Proof Beverages

Coleman Cooler$9.00
Camper Cordial, Lemon + Tonic
Lagunitas Non-Alcoholic "Hoppy Refresher"$6.00
Mexican "Cane Sugar" Coca Cola or Seven-Up$5.00
Abita Louisina Cane Sugar Root Beer$5.00
Fentiman's Botanical Ginger Beer$5.00
Erdinger Weissbrau, Bavarian Pilsner N/A Beer
- Bottle (12 oz)$6.00
Untitled Art, Chocolate Milk Stout N/A Beer
- Can (12 oz)$9.00

What 882 people are saying

CAMPER reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco Bay Area
Farm-to-table
Peninsula
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Camper dazzles with its "outstanding and creative menus" and "impeccable service." Diners rave about the inventive brunch options and exceptional cocktails, while the ambiance is both lively and comfortable. The "farm to table ingredients" and attention to detail create a delightful dining experience. Highly recommended for memorable meals in Menlo Park.

882 Reviews

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John VIP
San Francisco12 reviews
5.0
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was fantastic. Loved the service. Can’t wait to go back
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Sammy VIP
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved our experience at camper. It’s been over 2 years since we went last and I found myself asking why we haven’t been back earlier. Their fish entrees never disappoint
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Chris VIP
San Francisco8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding and creative menus, drinks, and impeccable service.
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gail
Los Angeles15 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My mother and I dined at Camper for the first time Thursday night. We travel to the area a few times a year and I wanted to find a nice place for us to have dinner. We loved Camper. We sat outside on a lovely spring evening, the weather was perfect. The heaters were there but did not need them. We saw them offer blankets to other guests but we did not need those either. The service was spectacular, the staff all were very friendly and knowledgeable. Now to the food, our meal was excellent, great flavors cooked perfectly. All made for a lovely evening.
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Ameeqa
Los Angeles2 reviews
2.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food came out room temperature which was pretty underwhelming
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Claire VIP
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️! Camper has completely reimagined the classics--and every bite is a reminder of how exciting and fresh brunch should be. The Smoked Trout Salad was a surprise standout. One bite in, and I felt compelled to take another bite, and another bite... It is a creative play on potato salad with layers of new textures and flavors--bright, savory, and addictive! The Breakfast Steam Buns were another clever twist--fluffy bao filled with savory sausage and egg, with pickled cucumber and mint cutting through beautifully. Balanced, bold, memorable and delicious! The Buttermilk Pancake Double-Stack was cloud-like yet chewy at the same time. Paired with chamomile honey butter, it added just enough floral sweetness. The Shakshuka Verde was fresh and herbaceous, with the tomatillo and green garlic bringing brightness to the warm, comforting base. This is a cold day comfort meal order. And then--the Roasted Apple-Cinnamon Roll. Imagine apple pie and a cinnamon roll had a perfect child. One bite and I was completely blown away. Every dish felt thoughtful and new. Chef Marcus has brought real creativity to the brunch table, and I cannot wait to come back next weekend, and bring all my friends!
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Richard
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Took my best friend to Camper for her birthday and had a great brunch! Staff was great and food was awesome. Everyone made a point to acknowledge her birthday. It was such a great time. A dinner with family over the holidays was equally a great meal. Camper is my favorite restaurant in menlo park.
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David
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious and diverse offerings Loved the ambiance and service
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Carol VIP
San Francisco9 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food is creative and delicious. Service is knowledgeable and pleasant.
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Sara
Seattle1 review
5.0
Dined on March 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Highly recommend for dinner with friends or colleagues!
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FAQs

CAMPER is rated 4.7 stars by 882 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 18, 2025

April 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

Experiences are available.

898 Santa Cruz Avenue, Menlo Park, CA 94025

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross street
University
Neighborhood
Menlo Park
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–1:15 pm Dinner Mon, Tue 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Ample street parking and a large parking lot behind the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Greg Kuzia-Carmel
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
https://campermp.com/
Phone number
(650) 321-8980
Private party facilities
Camper serves rustic, market-driven Californian fare in Menlo Park, CA. Camper proudly works with a collection of local farmers, fisherman, artisans and craftspeople to create a unique blend of food and hospitality. We emphasize local, sustainable, handmade and, whenever possible, organic goods.

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CAMPER

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Easter Prix-Fixe 2025

Snacks

A Mix of Our Market Haul Vegetable Pickles$8.00

Mediterranean Olives Marinated In Roasted Garlic + Spices$8.00

Warm Cast Iron Buttermilk Cornbread$10.00

Snap Peas & Shoots*$14.00

Blistered Shishito Peppers$9.00

Starters

Smokey Wild Onion + Potato Soup$11.00

Distefano Burrata$18.00

Salad of Tender Lettuces + Greens$14.00

1 Oz. Regis Ova Caviar$35.00

Fresh Pastas

Fennel Pollen Bucatini$26.00

Herb Dumpling*$23.00

Crispy Chickpea Panisse$24.00

Green Nettle Campanelle*$24.00

Fresh Ricotta Agnolotti$25.00

Gold Die Mezze Rigatoni$23.00

Entrées

Spice Crusted Local Cod$32.00

Fried Calrose Rice$24.00

Smoked Petaluma Half Chicken$43.00

Camper Cheeseburger$23.00

Marinated Tri-Tip "Greg'S Steak"$38.00

Sides

A Small Salad of Greens + Lettuces$6.00

French Fries$9.00

Midwife Sourdough Bread + Our Smoked Ricotta$9.00

Sangria

Springtime Sangria

Our Cocktails

The Rose$16.00

Yogi Bear Gimlet$16.00

Fancy Pants Daiquiri$16.00

Upstate Sour$16.00

New Kid on the Block$16.00

Don't Call Me That$18.00

Pink Caddy Margarita$17.00

Bartender's Spotlight

Short Armed Boxer$18.00

Foreign + Domestic Wines

Victorine de Chastenay, Cremant de Bourgogne FR, NV$14.00

McIntyre Vineyards, Rosé of Pinot Noir SLH, CA '19$13.00

Societa' Agricola Villa Varda, Pinot Grigio, Friuli IT '20$12.00

Raffaitin-Planchon, Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre FR '20$20.00

Nigl, Grüner Veltliner "Freiheit" Kremstal Austria '20$12.00

Valravn, Chardonnay, Sonoma County CA '19$16.00

Los Cantos, Tempranillo, Ribera del Duero SP '18$15.00

Produttori de Barbaresco, Nebbiolo, Langhe Piedmont IT '17$18.00

Dei Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Sangiovese, Tuscany IT '18$20.00

Bonaccorsi, Pinot Noir "Sebastiano Vnyd" Sta Rita Hills CA '14$18.00

Lúuma, Cabernet Sauvignon, Oak Knoll Napa Valley CA '19$18.00

Château Landiras, Merlot Cabernet Blend, Bordeaux FR '18$16.00

Craft Beers

Embark Ciderworks "The Northerner" Apple Cider

Perennial Artisan Ales, Saison de Lis

Coronado Brewing "Salty Crew" Blonde Ale

Other Brother Beer Co. "Super Custom" Common Ale

Barrelhouse Brewing "Juicy" Hazy IPA

Clown Shoes Brewing "Rainbows Are Real" IPA

Anderson Valley Brewing Co., Oatmeal Stout

Zero-Proof Beverages

Coleman Cooler$9.00

Lagunitas Non-Alcoholic "Hoppy Refresher"$6.00

Mexican "Cane Sugar" Coca Cola or Seven-Up$5.00

Abita Louisina Cane Sugar Root Beer$5.00

Fentiman's Botanical Ginger Beer$5.00

Erdinger Weissbrau, Bavarian Pilsner N/A Beer

Untitled Art, Chocolate Milk Stout N/A Beer

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