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  1. Zola

    French

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    Dark sea-green walls, plush booths, and a covered parklet out front set the mood at this French bistro, where California ingredients do their best impression of a Parisian menu. The wine list splits evenly between Burgundy and Sonoma, the cocktails are serious, and the frites come with Dijon mayo in case you needed a reason. Bar Zola next door handles the cocktail crowd if the dining room is full.

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    • Steak frites

      “On the menu you will find an array of delicious offerings including steak frites, duck breast, house-made Parisian gnocchi and delicious seasonal salads.”

      AAA
    • Pommes frites

      “What’s more romantic than sharing pommes frites ($12) with your tablemate?”

      San Francisco Chronicle
    • Coq au vin

      “If you don’t do beef, the coq au vin is lovely, too.”

      San Francisco Chronicle
    • Parisian gnocchi

      “breaking the yolk of a soft-cooked egg in a plate of pillowy Parisian gnocchi with wild mushrooms and Brussels sprouts”

      Michelin Guide

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    Address
    585 Bryant St., Palo Alto, CA · Palo Alto
    Hours

    Closed now, opens 5 PM

    • Monday 5 PM to 10:30 PM
    • Tuesday 5 PM to 10:30 PM
    • Wednesday Today 5 PM to 10:30 PM
    • Thursday 5 PM to 11:30 PM
    • Friday 5 PM to 11:30 PM
    • Saturday 5 PM to 11:30 PM
    • Sunday Not listed
    Phone
    (650) 521-0651
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