Cool, intimate spot with sidewalk seats, featuring area-sourced French cuisine & a vast wine list. Based on 511 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price $$$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
565 +, 585 Bryant St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Phone: (650) 521-0651
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Hours
| Friday | 4 PM–12 AM |
| Saturday | 4 PM–12 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday | 4 PM–12 AM |
| Wednesday | 4 PM–12 AM |
| Thursday | 4 PM–12 AM |
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Reservations: opentable.com
Reviews
Wook Chung
Zola is special. It perfectly blends comfort and upscale in a classy establishment. The pricing is just right for a light date night or drink/food with business partners and colleagues. It provides a lovely semi-formal experience.
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Daniel G
I managed to get a seat at the bar after awkwardly standing in between tables, the kitchen hallway, and the bar to snag a seat. While I didn’t make a reservation, a better place to let guests wait would be better. Moving on to food, a nice and small spot at the bar where you get an extra close view of your drinks being made while enjoying your meal. The bone marrow and Egg/Salmon toast was a great pick but extremely small for the price even as an appetizer. The main dish, the ricotta gnocchi was good but would have had more room for another entree. Overall, this was a nice restaurant for a one-time-only occasion but would consider going somewhere else as it is a small restaurant and felt cramped even on a weekend.
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Ayilah Chaudhary
This place is fun! I always love how lively it is at dinnertime (a bit loud, but an overall vibe). I really enjoy their gnocchi and dessert. The food is good, at times great, but not out of this world. I would come again, service & decor at wonderful too!
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Jasmine Chung
We’ve been coming to Bar Zola for quite some time and so glad the bartenders are always the same! We enjoy sitting at the bar watching the professionals do their thang to make us such delicious cocktail. Some of our favorites are Lost At Bay, Jai Alai, but everything is so yummy. Their schnitzel is to dieeeeeeee for along with their corn soup. Anything you try, you won’t be disappointed! Valentina is the best!!
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Jeremy
Tucked in Palo Alto’s heart, this small gem shines with a menu as diverse as the tech scene itself. From inventive breakfast options to tantalizing dinner choices, culinary creativity knows no bounds here. The intimate ambiance amplifies the delight of every bite. With an array of options, including vegetarian and gluten-free, there’s something for every palate. And let’s talk location: nestled among the vibrant streets, it’s a culinary oasis for both locals and visitors. Whether you’re fueling up for a day of innovation or savoring a relaxed evening, this restaurant’s multifaceted menu and perfect Palo Alto spot make it a must-try.
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Sammy Donny
Heinously priced, tiny portions, mid quality. If you want to go out to a nice dinner in Palo Alto there are myriad superior options. Tamarine, Ettan, Ethel’s and Evvia all deliver SUBSTANTIALLY better experiences. The drinks were vastly undersized and disappointing; even Nobu delivers more value for the price. For a fancy night in Palo Alto it was a profoundly underwhelming – go somewhere else and have a more enjoyable dinner. See the photo of the $16 margarita below.
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Jean-Yves Bouguet
We such an amazing dinner experience! The steak frites was so incredibly delicious and so were all of the other dishes. We had such a lovely time. I highly recommend Zola! You won’t be disappointed!
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Rahul Singh
The ambiance of the place was absolutely amazing and intimate, creating a cozy and enjoyable atmosphere. It set the perfect tone for a relaxing evening.
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Perre DiCarlo
If they had a happy hour then I could excuse a heavy sugary cocktail. For $16 a classic like Penicillin should be above average. Wait person walked up just now to ask how the drinks were and walked away as we started to speak.
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Yoomi
Amazing french bar & restaurant in Palo Alto. Good for small portion dishes pairing with wine. Recommand for anniversary and date night
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