Fodor's Expert Review Bird Dog

$$ Palo Alto Dinner

It’s a little strange for a chic, contemporary-minded restaurant to be best known for an avocado dish. However, that’s the case at chef Robbie Wilson’s suave downtown restaurant where the delicately grilled avocado has its own devoted following. The avocado has gentle grill grate marks and a ponzu sauce in the center. When a diner gets a forkful of the components, it’s a symphonic duet of creamy texture and umami-packed flavor. The bar is a popular spot for after-hours networking, while the dining room is a little more buttoned-up.

Dinner Modern American $$

Quick Facts

420 Ramona St.
Palo Alto, California  94301, USA

650-656–8180

birddogpa.com

Known For:
  • Inventive dishes with unique spices and sauces
  • Best cocktails in town
  • Fish crudo
Restaurant Details:
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Mon. No lunch.

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