Award-winning

Ettan - Palo Alto

4.7

1693 Reviews

$31 to $50

Indian

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2 people

Mar 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 85 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Vegetarian-friendly
Charming
Good for groups

With highly personal, vibrant dishes from the country’s most decorated Cal-Indian chef, the rustic chic ambiance at Ettan is simultaneously warm, magical and glamorous; without being intimidating. Located in the heart of downtown, every detail from our craft cocktails and wine list to our lush courtyard patio and private dining mezzanine are designed to appeal to a diverse audience whether you are on an intimate date or entertaining for business.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Indian, Californian, Global, International
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(650) 752-6281
Website
http://www.ettanrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Srijith Gopinathan
Private party facilities
For all parties of 1 to 12 people, you may make your reservation on our OpenTable account. For Large Groups of 13-20 people, we offer a prix fixe dinner for $125 per person, organized for you by our team. We require a 50% deposit to hold your reservation. For parties of 17 or more we offer a Private Dining experience uniquely designed by our team, ranging from a private portion of the restaurant up to a full buy-out. We request a minimum of one week to organize your Large Group event, and three weeks for Private Dining. All events are subject to availability. For both Large Groups and Private Dining we require the menu to be selected ahead of time so our kitchen can adequately prepare to give your group the best dining experience possible. For all booking and inquiries regarding our Large Group and Private Dining, please contact refer to our webpage at ettanrestaurant.com
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
518 Bryant St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
Palo Alto
Cross street
off University near Ramona
Parking details
Ettan's entrance is located in a courtyard between Bryant and Ramona, just steps from the Ramona/University Underground Garage at 533 Ramona. On weekends in particular, the second level offers readily available spaces. A second option is the Bryant/Lytton Garage (Parking Lot S) at 445 Bryant St. Both garages offer 3 hours free parking.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Book your large party with us!
Multiple dates available
Looking for the perfect venue for your next gathering? Ettan Palo Alto’s beautiful, enclosed covered patio is the ideal setting for parties of 10-13 guests. With a stunning atmosphere and a carefully curated menu, your event is sure to be unforgettable. ✨ Event Details: Party Size: 10-13 guests Seating: Enclosed covered patio Time Options: 5:00 PM / 5:15 PM and 7:30 PM / 7:45 PM Price: $85 per person for a 3-course menu, expertly selected by our chef Our chef has handpicked the best of the best for your large party, ensuring an exceptional dining experience. Please note, there is a 2-hour time limit for each reservation. Book now and let us take care of the details for an evening of great food, great company, and great memories!
Celebrate Vishu with a Special Thali Experience
$75.00 per person
Apr 19, 2025 - Apr 20, 2025
Experience the Flavors of Kerala’s New Year Join us as we celebrate Vishu, the traditional New Year festival of Kerala, with an elaborate Vishu Thali—a feast that embodies prosperity, abundance, and renewal. Our Vishu Thali is a meticulously curated meal served on a banana leaf, featuring a vibrant assortment of authentic Kerala delicacies. Expect a harmonious balance of sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and spicy flavors, showcasing time-honored recipes that have been cherished for generations. For $75 per person (before tax and tips), enjoy a thoughtfully prepared vegetarian Thali, featuring an array of traditional delicacies that showcase the richness of Indian cuisine. Each plate is a celebration of flavors, offering a balanced combination of sweet, savory, and spicy elements to delight your senses. Come savor the spirit of Vishu with us and indulge in a feast that celebrates tradition, community, and culinary artistry. Book your table now and join us for an unforgettable brunch!
Celebrate Brunch Large Party with Us!
Multiple dates available
Looking for the perfect venue for your next gathering? Ettan Palo Alto’s beautiful, enclosed covered patio is the ideal setting for parties of 10-13 guests. With a stunning atmosphere and a carefully curated menu, your event is sure to be unforgettable. ✨ Event Details: Party Size: 10-13 guests Seating: Enclosed covered patio Time Options: 12:00 PM / 12:30 PM Price: $75 per person for a 4-course menu, expertly selected by our chef Our chef has handpicked the best of the best for your large party, ensuring an exceptional dining experience. Book now and let us take care of the details for an evening of great food, great company, and great memories!

Popular dishes

Tender Jack Vada$8.00
Tender Jack Vada Pav (v,g)
12 Oysters$50.00
Signature Chutney Sampler$9.00
*Signature Chutney Sampler (v) Kale and Eggplant Chutney
Edamame vada$12.00
Red Chili Sauce$3.00
Papadam$4.00
1oz Caviar$115.00
Ounce of Ettan Reserve Caviar (g) Imperial Gold Oscetra Caviar Crème Fraiche, Kulcha, Eggs Onions and Chives

Signature Breads

Monkey Buns$15.00
Cast Iron “Monkey Buns” (v,g) Signature Bread Rolls, Butter And Eggplant Chutney
Pea & Ricotta Kulcha$12.00
Black Truffle Kulcha$29.00
Served with homemade butter

Small Plates

Green Garlic Soup$14.00
Shrimp$19.00
Squash Cutlets$15.00
Sesame Leaf$16.00
Chaat Flavors on Sesame Leaves with Mango, Chickpea Crumble, Sesame Brittle and Cilantro
Ettan Salad$15.00
Full Belly Farm Organic Little Gem, Avocado, Pumpkin Seeds with our Signature Fermented Curry Leaf Chutney
Octopus$19.00
Slow cooked with Coconut Crumble, Curry Leaf, Chili Aioli
Kerala Fried Chicken$17.00
Roasted Coconut Milk, Green Apple, Lime, Buttermilk
Galouti Kebab$20.00
Mattar Shami Kebab$16.00
Peanut Hummus$16.00

Large Plates

Kabocha Curry$30.00
Paneer Burji & Avocado$31.00
Black Cod$45.00
Ghee Roasted Lamb Chops$48.00
Ground Bydagi, Mint, Buttermilk, Riverdog Farm organic Scarlet queen turnips served with lamb curry and Quinoa Pulao
Chicken Biryani$32.00
Braised Short Ribs$65.00
Vellore Chicken Curry$32.00
Butter Chicken$31.00
Smoked Chicken Thighs, Fenugreek, Tomatoes Served with Butter Naan
Maa ki Dal$26.00
Paneer Makhani$30.00
Kale & Paneer Saag$30.00
Romanesco Steak$30.00

Accompaniments

Naan$5.00
Butter Naan$5.00
Garlic Naan$6.00
Roti$5.00
Garlic Roti$6.00
Kerala Paratha$6.00
Basmati Rice$5.00
Coconut Rice$6.00
Kale Thovial$3.00
Spiced Eggplant Chutney$3.00
Raita$3.00
Lemon, Onion, Chilli$3.00
Idiyappam$5.00

Kids

Crispy Chicken$16.00
Tomato Ketchup and Buttermilk Sauce
Fried Rice$14.00
Market Vegetables, Farm Eggs, Scallions
Cheese Flatbread$15.00
Napolitano Sauce and Scallions
Chicken Flatbread$17.00
Naan with Tomato Sauce and Scallions

What 1,693 people are saying

Ettan - Palo Alto 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

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ettan in Palo Alto offers a vibrant dining experience with "creative vegetarian appetizers," "delicious fusion dishes," and a "whimsical ambiance." Regular patrons appreciate the "excellent service" and "modern twist on Indian classics." While some reviews note inconsistency, the "memorable flavors" and "beautiful decor" keep diners coming back.

1,693 Reviews

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Luke
Edinburgh1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bangin vibes Bangin vibes Bangin vibes Bangin vibes
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Sanjana
Portland1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great vegetarian lunch at Ettan. The appetizers were especially noteworthy and creative. Our server Mayur was attentive and helpful. Will return and would recommend.
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Rosemary VIP
San Francisco34 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went to Brunch and the food was delicious. we shared appetizers: Gulf shrimp with a spicy sauce, Persimmon & Avocado Chaat, and Kerala Fried Chicken. The spices on all of them were fabulous and unusual. It was a beautifu day and we sat outside. Very quiet too. Highly recommend. Dinner is also really. good with a very different and delicious menu.
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Hongjun VIP
San Francisco60 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This has become my favorite Indian restaurant in town. We loved the food, and the service was always excellent! Last night, I tried the dal for the first time, and it was delicious! We finished every single plate!
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Mohit VIP
San Francisco85 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ettan is a lovely restaurant with great food options as well as ambience. It's one of the best places for a special occasion. It is definitely on the higher end of pricing, though. Most of their vegetarian appetizers are very tasty. The jackfruit vada pav and the monkey buns are delicious and so is Moong Paneer.
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Cheryl VIP
San Francisco71 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed sitting upstairs with excellent service. Short ribs very tasty. Chicken curry a bit too hot/spicy for me so I added yogurt.
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Sebastian
Detroit1 review
5.0
Dined on March 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very friendly and delicious food! Sitting on the covered patio is very relaxing
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anita
San Francisco1 review
3.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
We had a good experience yesterday trying out "HOLI" thali, we had booked for 1 pm, were seated by 1.15 and our appetizers started arriving at 1.45 and lunch by 2.15 PM, there were short staffed or over booked . I was expecting prompt service . Otherwise we enjoyed the food.
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Ashish
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful ambience and food. We tried lamb chops, butter chicken, kobucha mango curry, grilled prawns and pea & ricotta kulcha. All were perfect. The spice level is balanced. Energy and vibe here is contagious.
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Juan Pablo VIP
San Francisco6 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I’ve been frequently coming to Ettan for about 3 years. The past 3 times something changed. The food, which used to be exquisite, is now bland and insipid. All dishes today were not good. The sesame leaves were not crunchy and borderline inedible in the center. The kerala chicken was too thin and not well seasoned. Finally and the saddest, both the maa ki dal and the butter chicken were watered down, bland and under seasoned versions of what they used to be. I think most people already have noticed as on a Saturday evening, the restaurant had 60% of empty tables. There used to be a line to get in this place and had to book well in advance. I sincerely hope they can course correct. This used to be a fantastic place and it is such a terrible shame that poor decisions have destroyed it in just a few months.
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FAQs

Ettan - Palo Alto offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Uber Eats. Ettan - Palo Alto also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 752-6281.

Ettan - Palo Alto is rated 4.7 stars by 1693 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 85 times today

Experiences are available.

518 Bryant St, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross street
off University near Ramona
Neighborhood
Palo Alto
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Indian, Californian, Global, International
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Ettan's entrance is located in a courtyard between Bryant and Ramona, just steps from the Ramona/University Underground Garage at 533 Ramona. On weekends in particular, the second level offers readily available spaces. A second option is the Bryant/Lytton Garage (Parking Lot S) at 445 Bryant St. Both garages offer 3 hours free parking.
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Srijith Gopinathan
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.ettanrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(650) 752-6281
Private party facilities
For all parties of 1 to 12 people, you may make your reservation on our OpenTable account. For Large Groups of 13-20 people, we offer a prix fixe dinner for $125 per person, organized for you by our team. We require a 50% deposit to hold your reservation. For parties of 17 or more we offer a Private Dining experience uniquely designed by our team, ranging from a private portion of the restaurant up to a full buy-out. We request a minimum of one week to organize your Large Group event, and three weeks for Private Dining. All events are subject to availability. For both Large Groups and Private Dining we require the menu to be selected ahead of time so our kitchen can adequately prepare to give your group the best dining experience possible. For all booking and inquiries regarding our Large Group and Private Dining, please contact refer to our webpage at ettanrestaurant.com

Ettan - Palo Alto

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Book your large party with us!

Celebrate Vishu with a Special Thali Experience

Celebrate Brunch Large Party with Us!

Ettan Salad

Jackfruit Vada Pav

Monkey Buns

Graze

Tender Jack Vada$8.00

12 Oysters$50.00

Signature Chutney Sampler$9.00

Edamame vada$12.00

Red Chili Sauce$3.00

Papadam$4.00

1oz Caviar$115.00

Signature Breads

Monkey Buns$15.00

Pea & Ricotta Kulcha$12.00

Black Truffle Kulcha$29.00

Small Plates

Green Garlic Soup$14.00

Shrimp$19.00

Squash Cutlets$15.00

Sesame Leaf$16.00

Ettan Salad$15.00

Octopus$19.00

Kerala Fried Chicken$17.00

Galouti Kebab$20.00

Mattar Shami Kebab$16.00

Peanut Hummus$16.00

Large Plates

Kabocha Curry$30.00

Paneer Burji & Avocado$31.00

Black Cod$45.00

Ghee Roasted Lamb Chops$48.00

Chicken Biryani$32.00

Braised Short Ribs$65.00

Vellore Chicken Curry$32.00

Butter Chicken$31.00

Maa ki Dal$26.00

Paneer Makhani$30.00

Kale & Paneer Saag$30.00

Romanesco Steak$30.00

Accompaniments

Naan$5.00

Butter Naan$5.00

Garlic Naan$6.00

Roti$5.00

Garlic Roti$6.00

Kerala Paratha$6.00

Basmati Rice$5.00

Coconut Rice$6.00

Kale Thovial$3.00

Spiced Eggplant Chutney$3.00

Raita$3.00

Lemon, Onion, Chilli$3.00

Idiyappam$5.00

Kids

Crispy Chicken$16.00

Fried Rice$14.00

Cheese Flatbread$15.00

Chicken Flatbread$17.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Does Ettan - Palo Alto offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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