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Left Bank Menlo Park, Menlo Park, CA

Left Bank Menlo Park

4.4
4.4
2818 Reviews
$30 and under
French

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Inspired by the birthplace of the original Parisian brasseries along the Left Bank of the Seine River, Left Bank Brasserie is an authentic Parisian-style brasserie by Chef Roland Passot. Left Bank pays homage to the joie
de vivre that is synonymous with the Left Bank neighborhood in Paris. Guests are invited to step into
French culture, in a vibrant, social atmosphere that captures all the charm of traditional brasseries
and iconic alfresco dining of France. An all-day menu features authentic French cuisine utilizing
seasonal, local and organic ingredients, and consists of iconic lighter fare such as oysters, tartare and
prawns provençal, in addition to heartier classics like coq au vin and beef bourguignon. Inspired by the
Parisian-style Bar Américain, an extensive cocktail menu features classics of a bygone era, along with a
wide range of rotating taps, seasonal drafts and bottled beer, and an expertly-curated wine selection.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–8:30 pm Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 473-6543
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Our Salles De Amis is a beautiful private mezzanine. You can choose to overlook the main dining room from the balcony, or enclose the room completely with our lush velvet curtains. The sunny yellow walls, warm mahogany accents and vividly colored French posters make this the perfect setting for your occasion. Set up however you wish, the room is large enough for a party of 60, yet intimate enough for a smaller group of 10 or 20. Have a much larger group? We are happy to close the entire restaurant. Contact our Events team at 650.473.6543 or mpevents@leftbank.com
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining at Left Bank Menlo Park’s is ideal for business meetings or presentations, birthday parties cocktail receptions, rehearsal dinners, holiday parties, showers, and any other occasion requiring a lively environment and memorable experience.
  • Private party contact
    Mario Canela: (415) 226-6653
  • Area
    Menlo Park
  • Cross Street
    Doyle
  • Parking details
    Public lots nearby.
  • Public transit
    The Menlo Park CalTrain stop is only two blocks away.<br />The ECR SamTrans is 1 block away.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Live Music (Every 1st & 3rd Fridays of the Month)

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy the winter season with live music in our dining room at Left Bank in Menlo Park! Join us on the first and third Fridays of each month, from 6-8 PM, and wind down your week with relaxing tunes while enjoying friends, family, and of course, fabulous French food! Cheers and see you there!
    Live Music (Every 1st & 3rd Fridays of the Month) photo

Offers

  • Happy Hour at Left Bank Menlo Park

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:00 am - 3:45 pm, 3:45 pm - 8:15 pm,Mon - Thu - 11:30 am - 3:45 pm, 3:45 pm - 8:15 pm,Fri - 11:30 am - 3:45 pm, 3:45 pm - 8:30 pm,Sat - 11:00 am - 3:45 pm, 3:45 pm - 8:30 pm
    Happy Hour is the Best Hour! Raise your glass and toast to Happy Hour! Our tasty bites and libations are sure to make your day. Enjoy a delicious spread of Short Rib Poutine, Moules, Calamari Frit, Sliders and more when you visit during Happy Hour, available every day from 3-6 PM at Left Bank Menlo Park. Cheers!

    Happy Hour at Left Bank Menlo Park photo

What 2,818 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

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    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Left Bank Menlo Park offers a charming ambiance in downtown Menlo Park, perfect for both casual and special occasions. Guests appreciate its "wonderful relaxed outdoor dining" and "delicious food," such as the beef bourguignon and seafood pasta. Although service can be inconsistent, it often excels with attentive staff, making it a "go-to" spot for many.

2,818 Reviews
  1. Linda

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    It was busy though service was on the slow side in between courses. Wanted tor give us the check before our dessert came.

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  2. Marcela

    Austin

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    If a restaurant opens on a Holiday, management must make sure enough employees such up to work. More than 25 min for pre-fixed menu dessert. Completely forgot about us until I approached the greeter. The food was awful (plain simple salad, soup was cold, main entrees just ok, and apple pie with NO flavor at all) NOT worth the price… Mcdls should’ve been better

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  3. David

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    We attended for the Thanksgiving Day as most of our family was out of state or out of country. First of all, the dining space was VERY cold, I was wearing 3 layers of clothing, had to keep my jacket on and still felt cold, does not make for a very good ambience. To show it wasn't just us, almost every other table people were still wearing jackets and at one a diner kept their gloves on. The menu was a 4 course set menu with choice of entree and desert. It also said items could be ordered a la carte. Neither of our party are big eaters, so we asked the waiter for a la carte pricing. He first said his handheld device only showed the total menu price and he didn't have access to the a la carte pricing. I asked if he could please find out and he seemed annoyed at the request. If the menu states a la carte the wait staff should know it, or at least not show displeasure at being asked to acquire it. Having ordered the Turkey entree and a pie dessert dish (a la carte), the two Turkey entrees arrived sans the Orange Cranberry relish the menu promised. Had to flag the waiter and request it. He bought one sauce serving boat for the two of us, we were among the first eating entrees, having gone a la carte and skipped the first two courses. So perhaps an early oversight. However observing all the turkey dishes served after ours, each plate had its own sauce boat. Other than all this the quality of food was good. Just a lot to consider around that.

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  4. Monica

    Singapore

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely dinner and my sole was one of the best I've had

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  5. Charles

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Beef Bourginon and onion soup and fondue excellent. Chocolate fondant cake served cold not warm as usual. Also this dessert used to come with ice cream. Server did not provide list of specials or ask if we wanted dessert or coffee prior to bringing check. Nice ambience as usual.
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Charles! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Beef Bourguignon, onion soup, and chocolate fondant cake. We're sorry for any shortcomings with our desserts and service. We strive to provide a warm and welcoming experience to all our guests and we're sorry if we fell short this time. Your feedback is invaluable and will help us improve. We hope to serve you again soon. Best, The Management Team at Left Bank Menlo Park

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  6. paul

    Hawaii

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thoroughly enjoyable with excellent food and ambiance. The waiter was excellent; great service while not hovering. My birthday announcement in Open Table was ignored and the music, a delightful surprise on a Thursday night, was a bit too loud. Can’t wait to return.
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded 6 days ago
    Hi paul, We're delighted to hear that you had a thoroughly enjoyable experience at Left Bank Menlo Park. It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our food and ambiance as well. We always strive to provide excellent service and we're glad we hit the mark for you. We apologize if you felt the music was a bit too loud. We'll definitely take note of your feedback to make sure it doesn't happen again. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another delightful surprise. Best regards, The Management Team

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  7. MARY

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was excellent. Only complaint was the music - nor French and too loud.
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded 6 days ago
    Hey Mary, thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Left Bank Menlo Park. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. We're sorry to hear that the music was too loud for your taste. We'll certainly take your feedback into consideration as we continuously strive to improve our guests' experiences. We hope to see you again soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  8. Michelle

    San Francisco

    53 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ate really early on a Sunday so noise level is hard to judge. The cheese fondue was good, we hadn’t had one in a long time. The French onion soup was delicious, nice and cheesy, lots of onions and great broth. The F O burger was the best burger I’ve had in a long time. I asked for a cocktail that was on OpenTable’s Left Bank menu. The restaurant didn’t offer that cocktail but the bartender made it for me anyway. That is service above and beyond.
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded on 19 November 2024
    Thanks for the review, MichelleC! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your meal at Left Bank Menlo Park, especially the Fondue, Soup, and Burger. We strive to provide a great experience for our guests, and we're glad we could make your evening extra special. We're sorry for any confusion about our cocktail menu, but we appreciate your understanding. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best wishes, Darvin Aragon General Manager.

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  9. Andy

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Second visit, not much changed. Steak frites still good, maybe not quite as good as last time. French onion soup as good as I have had anywhere. Atmosphere is fun and comfortable, not stuffy. It's the kind of place that is an easy "go to" for a nice meal with friends or family.
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded on 18 November 2024
    Dear Andy, Thank you for leaving a review. I'm thrilled you enjoyed your time with us and look forward to welcoming you back in the near future. Best wishes, Darvin Aragon General Manager

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  10. GordonL

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was good, service was just ok. Took a while to put in order, water offered when we sat but not afterwards. No dessert menu offered, no goodbye or thanks when we left. It was just ok.
    Left Bank Menlo ParkResponded on 18 November 2024
    Thanks for the review, GordonL! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food at Left Bank Menlo Park. We're sorry to hear about the service you received, as it's not typical of our standards. We will certainly take your feedback into account as we strive to improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future. Best wishes, Darvin Aragon General Manager

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FAQs

Left Bank Menlo Park offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 473-6543.

Left Bank Menlo Park is rated 4.4 stars by 2818 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Left Bank Menlo Park

635 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park, CA 94025

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Doyle
  • Area
    Menlo Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–8:30 pm Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public lots nearby.
  • Public transit
    The Menlo Park CalTrain stop is only two blocks away.The ECR SamTrans is 1 block away.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (650) 473-6543
  • Catering
    Our Salles De Amis is a beautiful private mezzanine. You can choose to overlook the main dining room from the balcony, or enclose the room completely with our lush velvet curtains. The sunny yellow walls, warm mahogany accents and vividly colored French posters make this the perfect setting for your occasion. Set up however you wish, the room is large enough for a party of 60, yet intimate enough for a smaller group of 10 or 20. Have a much larger group? We are happy to close the entire restaurant. Contact our Events team at 650.473.6543 or mpevents&#64;leftbank.com
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining at Left Bank Menlo Park’s is ideal for business meetings or presentations, birthday parties cocktail receptions, rehearsal dinners, holiday parties, showers, and any other occasion requiring a lively environment and memorable experience.
  • Private party contact
    Mario Canela: (415) 226-6653
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