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CAMPER, Menlo Park, CA
Award-winning

CAMPER

4.7
4.7
864 Reviews
$31 to $50
Farm-to-table

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 9 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
Camper serves Rustic, Farm-Driven, Californian Cuisine in the heart of Downtown, Menlo Park. Chef Greg Kuzia- Carmel (Cotogna, Per Se) and the team work daily to develop a menu that highlights the freshest flavors of some of the country’s best agricultural producers from the Peninsula and Central Valley. Hand-cut pastas, roast chicken and seasonal organic vegetable centric dishes are among the standouts. If it’s in season, organic and local, it will be on your plate at Camper. The wine list emphasizes innovation in biodynamic and organic wines, small West Coast producers and old-world vineyards that reinforce Camper’s relaxed approach to dining in a warm, lofty space that evokes classic design and modern amenities.

Standard=Indoor
Outdoor= Outdoor

For parties larger than 6, please call the restaurant directly 650-321-8980 or e-mail hello@campermp.com.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Sun 10:00–13:00 Brunch Sat 10:00–13:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–19:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–20:30
  • Phone number
    (650) 321-8980
  • Website
    http://www.campermp.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Greg Kuzia-Carmel
  • Private party facilities
    Camper serves rustic, market-driven Californian fare in Menlo Park, CA. Camper proudly works with a collection of local farmers, fisherman, artisans and craftspeople to create a unique blend of food and hospitality. We emphasize local, sustainable, handmade and, whenever possible, organic goods.
  • Location
    898 Santa Cruz Avenue, Menlo Park, CA 94025
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    Menlo Park
  • Cross Street
    University
  • Parking details
    Ample street parking and a large parking lot behind the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Seatings Available Monday - Saturday Starting at 5 PM. Menus Are Subject to Change Daily

Snacks

  • A Mix of Our Market Haul Vegetable PicklesUSD 8.00

    • Mediterranean Olives Marinated In Roasted Garlic + SpicesUSD 8.00

      • Warm Cast Iron Buttermilk CornbreadUSD 10.00

        Green Chili - Honey Butter

        • Snap Peas & Shoots*USD 14.00

          Red Pepper Pesto, Hazelnut + Spice Granola

          • Blistered Shishito PeppersUSD 9.00

            Hanoi Vinaigrette, Crispy Shallots

            Starters

            • Smokey Wild Onion + Potato SoupUSD 11.00

              Bentons Ham, Crème Fraîche, Sourdough Breadcrumbs

              • Distefano BurrataUSD 18.00

                Barely Cooked Asparagus, Green Garbanzo + Caper Tapenade, Coraline Chicories

                • Salad of Tender Lettuces + GreensUSD 14.00

                  Radishes, Grapes, Creamy Buttermilk-Dill Dressing

                  • 1 Oz. Regis Ova CaviarUSD 35.00

                    Grilled White Asparagus, Vin Jaune Butter, Crispy Sunchoke

                    Fresh Pastas

                    • Fennel Pollen BucatiniUSD 26.00

                      Pernod, Clams, Mussels, Garlic, Calabrian Chiles, Clams Casino Cream

                      • Herb Dumpling*USD 23.00

                        Kale + Almond Pesto, Artichokes, Blistered Romano Beans, Colatura, Stracciatella

                        • Crispy Chickpea PanisseUSD 24.00

                          Heirloom Cauliflower, Saffron Puree, Black Garbanzo + Cilantro Zhoug

                          • Green Nettle Campanelle*USD 24.00

                            Grilled + Braised Lamb Sugo, Castelvetrano Olives, Walnut Gremolata

                            • Fresh Ricotta AgnolottiUSD 25.00

                              Fava Beans + Leaves, Mascarpone, Pea Tendrils, Meyer Lemon, Mint

                              • Gold Die Mezze RigatoniUSD 23.00

                                12-Hour Modenese Style Pork Ragu, Oreganata, Parmigiano

                                Entrées

                                • Spice Crusted Local CodUSD 32.00

                                  Green Coconut Curry, Beluga Lentils, Charred Cabbage, Herb Salad

                                  • Fried Calrose RiceUSD 24.00

                                    Garlic Chive Kimchi, Roasted Mushrooms, Yuzu Citron + Sesame Furikake

                                    • Smoked Petaluma Half ChickenUSD 43.00

                                      Syracuse Potatoes, Charred Leeks, Green Garlic Chimichurri

                                      • Camper CheeseburgerUSD 23.00

                                        Pickled Green Tomatoes, Gem Lettuce, Secret Sauce, Shoestring French Fries

                                        • Marinated Tri-Tip "Greg'S Steak"USD 38.00

                                          Black Garlic-Baba Ganoush, Broccoli di Ciccio, Eggplant

                                          Sides

                                          • A Small Salad of Greens + LettucesUSD 6.00

                                            • French FriesUSD 9.00

                                              Catalan Ketchup + Garlic Aioli

                                              • Midwife Sourdough Bread + Our Smoked RicottaUSD 9.00

                                                Sangria

                                                • Springtime Sangria

                                                  White Wine, Lemon, Lime, Orange, Rum

                                                  • By the GlassUSD 12.00
                                                  • By the PitcherUSD 60.00

                                                Our Cocktails

                                                • The RoseUSD 16.00

                                                  Nikka Vodka, Lime, Aperol, Touch of Cane Sugar

                                                  • Yogi Bear GimletUSD 16.00

                                                    Gin, Honey, Lime, Lemon Camper Forest Tincture

                                                    • Fancy Pants DaiquiriUSD 16.00

                                                      Appleton Signature Rum, Lime Rhum JM 100, Cane Sugar

                                                      • Upstate SourUSD 16.00

                                                        Shenk's Bourbon, Lemon, Cane Syrup, Lambrusco Wine Float

                                                        • New Kid on the BlockUSD 16.00

                                                          Old Overholt Bonded Rye, Japanese Raw Sugar + House Bitters

                                                          • Don't Call Me ThatUSD 18.00

                                                            Ford's Navy Gin, Blanc Vermouth, The Botanist Gin, Campari, Sherry, Aperol + Lime Bitters

                                                            • Pink Caddy MargaritaUSD 17.00

                                                              Tequila Ocho Reposado, Lime, Grand Marnier, Contratto, + A Partial Salted Rim

                                                              Bartender's Spotlight

                                                              • Short Armed BoxerUSD 18.00

                                                                Madre Mezcal, Suze, Tequila Ocho Reposado, Dry Vermouth + A Touch of Fino Sherry

                                                                Foreign + Domestic Wines

                                                                • Victorine de Chastenay, Cremant de Bourgogne FR, NVUSD 14.00

                                                                  • McIntyre Vineyards, Rosé of Pinot Noir SLH, CA '19USD 13.00

                                                                    • Societa' Agricola Villa Varda, Pinot Grigio, Friuli IT '20USD 12.00

                                                                      • Raffaitin-Planchon, Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre FR '20USD 20.00

                                                                        • Nigl, Grüner Veltliner "Freiheit" Kremstal Austria '20USD 12.00

                                                                          • Valravn, Chardonnay, Sonoma County CA '19USD 16.00

                                                                            • Los Cantos, Tempranillo, Ribera del Duero SP '18USD 15.00

                                                                              • Produttori de Barbaresco, Nebbiolo, Langhe Piedmont IT '17USD 18.00

                                                                                • Dei Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Sangiovese, Tuscany IT '18USD 20.00

                                                                                  • Bonaccorsi, Pinot Noir "Sebastiano Vnyd" Sta Rita Hills CA '14USD 18.00

                                                                                    • Lúuma, Cabernet Sauvignon, Oak Knoll Napa Valley CA '19USD 18.00

                                                                                      • Château Landiras, Merlot Cabernet Blend, Bordeaux FR '18USD 16.00

                                                                                        Craft Beers

                                                                                        • Embark Ciderworks "The Northerner" Apple Cider

                                                                                          • Can (12 oz)USD 9.00

                                                                                        • Perennial Artisan Ales, Saison de Lis

                                                                                          • Can (16 oz)USD 10.00

                                                                                        • Coronado Brewing "Salty Crew" Blonde Ale

                                                                                          • Can (12 oz)USD 8.00

                                                                                        • Other Brother Beer Co. "Super Custom" Common Ale

                                                                                          • Can (16 oz)USD 12.00

                                                                                        • Barrelhouse Brewing "Juicy" Hazy IPA

                                                                                          • Can (12 oz)USD 8.00

                                                                                        • Clown Shoes Brewing "Rainbows Are Real" IPA

                                                                                          • Can (16 oz)USD 10.00

                                                                                        • Anderson Valley Brewing Co., Oatmeal Stout

                                                                                          • Can (12 oz)USD 8.00

                                                                                        Zero-Proof Beverages

                                                                                        • Coleman CoolerUSD 9.00

                                                                                          Camper Cordial, Lemon + Tonic

                                                                                          • Lagunitas Non-Alcoholic "Hoppy Refresher"USD 6.00

                                                                                            • Mexican "Cane Sugar" Coca Cola or Seven-UpUSD 5.00

                                                                                              • Abita Louisina Cane Sugar Root BeerUSD 5.00

                                                                                                • Fentiman's Botanical Ginger BeerUSD 5.00

                                                                                                  • Erdinger Weissbrau, Bavarian Pilsner N/A Beer

                                                                                                    • Bottle (12 oz)USD 6.00

                                                                                                  • Untitled Art, Chocolate Milk Stout N/A Beer

                                                                                                    • Can (12 oz)USD 9.00

                                                                                                  Last updated: 5 April 2022

                                                                                                  What 864 people are saying

                                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                  4.7
                                                                                                  4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                  • 4.7Food
                                                                                                  • 4.6Service
                                                                                                  • 4.5Ambience
                                                                                                  • 4.3Value

                                                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                  Loved For

                                                                                                  • San Francisco Bay Area

                                                                                                    Farm-to-table

                                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                  CAMPER offers a "5 star dining experience" with an "absolutely delightful sensory-oriented dining experience." Known for its "incredible food," "creative cocktails," and "cozy atmosphere," it features standout dishes like "potato-cursed halibut" and "corn agnolotti." The "friendly and attentive" staff enhance the experience, making it a "true neighborhood gem."

                                                                                                  864 Reviews

                                                                                                  1. tracy

                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    First time there. Fell in love with the food, service and atmosphere. Looking forward to going back!

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                                                                                                  2. Katrina

                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                    Dined here in Valentine’s Day with their pre fix menu and everything was delicious. Wine pairing and cocktails were also good. Would def come back to try their other items

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                                                                                                  3. Michelle

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on 9 February 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    To all the real ones who know--Camper's brunch is BACK, and I couldn't be happier! This downtown Menlo Park staple is serving up more chances to enjoy their incredible food, and trust me, it's worth it. There isn't a lot of brunch photos for camper online so allow me to feed your eyes with the me documenting our satisfying brunch. Came hungry and majorly craving carbs, so my girl friend and I went all in--Logan's Orange + Currant Scones for her, Challah French toast for me. Her scones? Warm. Flaky--paired with fresh butter that gave such a buttery finish to every bite. She wasn't super hungry, so the "on the side" menu was perfect. Love that they offer that option. Me on the other hand? I was ravenous. LET ME TELL YOU--the Challah French toast was life-changing. A thick, buttery slab of challah, cooked perfectly, ridiculously satisfying to cut and bite into, and topped with macadamia nut butter that added just the right nuttiness and umami. I can't even describe in words how good it was, no words would do it justice, you'd have to try it for yourself. Shoutout to our server and the kitchen for the amazing service and accommodating my request to swap the apples for strawberries. I'm 100% sure those apples would've been amazing, but sadly, my gut does not agree. Thought I'd still be starving, but that French toast was actually the perfect level of satisfying. Took my chicken apple sausages for family to enjoy; I'm already dreaming of my next French toast bite. Service? A+. Ambiance? Perfect for a girly brunch. Plus, downtown Menlo Park has easy parking (a rare win for downtowns) and is just 8 minutes from Palo Alto Shopping Center if you want to make a day of it. TL;DR: Brunch at Camper is back! Please make a reservation on OpenTable and enjoy a nice brunch solo or with someone. Get the French toast. Thank me later.

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                                                                                                  4. Chris

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on 9 February 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    My wife and I have made Camper one of our regular spots. We love the fresh farm to table ingredients, seasonal menu options, and fantastic cocktail menu. We were said they closed their sister restaurant Canteen, but glad we still have Camper.

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                                                                                                  5. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    Dined on 8 February 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                    Wonderful dinner out at Camper! It was a bday for one of us which we think was the reason we were seated over in the area that was less quiet and busy and which we greatly appreciated. Cocktails are delicious with lots of variety, and the food is absolutely wonderful, so creative with generous portions. We ordered the corn break, snap peas, pasta special and the halibut. We ate every last bite and were not able to fit in any dessert. Definitely will be back again for a special evening out.

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                                                                                                  6. Dr . Gregory

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on 30 January 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Visit #2: Another culinary, enological and service staff triumph! Camper delivers 5 star dining experience over and over again! It would be nice to see the back of the house come out into the dining room once in a while… so that we might bestow upon them well deserved praise and gratitude. Thank you Camper team for being good humans!

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                                                                                                  7. Dr . Gregory

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on 29 January 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    From start to finish, an absolutely delightful sensory-oriented dining experience; haven’t had one of those in a long time. Our server, Andres, was amazing and gave us exemplary service. All aspects of our meal, each plate, was creative, delicious and extremely satisfying. The wine list a wine lovers dream! One can tell that the work culture at Camper is actively and positively engaged. Thank you for taking care of us!

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                                                                                                  8. Andrew

                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                    8 reviews

                                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                                    8 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on 26 January 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                    Corn bread and beets starters were great. Halibut and grilled prawn entrees were also very good. Apple crisp apples were not soft enough.

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                                                                                                  9. Catherine

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                    28 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    28 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on 25 January 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Excellent!!! All around!!!! Wonderful wait staff, very attentive but not too much. Food was fantastic and you’ll see me again. Thanks Greg!

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                                                                                                  10. Chris

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                    7 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    7 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on 22 January 2025

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    We love camper from the incredible food, impeccable (and friendly) service, creative cocktails, and great atmosphere. Salads were delicious, and Potato-cursed halibut was phenomenal. Dessert is always a treat. I can’t wait to come back.

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                                                                                                  FAQs

                                                                                                  CAMPER offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 321-8980.

                                                                                                  CAMPER is rated 4.7 stars by 864 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 9 times today

                                                                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                  Google Map for CAMPER

                                                                                                  898 Santa Cruz Avenue, Menlo Park, CA 94025

                                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                                  • Award-winning
                                                                                                    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
                                                                                                  • Cross Street
                                                                                                    University
                                                                                                  • Area
                                                                                                    Menlo Park
                                                                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                    Sun 10:00–13:00 Brunch Sat 10:00–13:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–19:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–20:30
                                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                                    $31 to $50
                                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                                    Farm-to-table
                                                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                                                    Casual Elegant
                                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                                    Casual Dress
                                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                                    Ample street parking and a large parking lot behind the restaurant.
                                                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                  • Executive Chef
                                                                                                    Greg Kuzia-Carmel
                                                                                                  • Additional
                                                                                                    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                  • Website
                                                                                                    http://www.campermp.com/
                                                                                                  • Phone number
                                                                                                    (650) 321-8980
                                                                                                  • Private party facilities
                                                                                                    Camper serves rustic, market-driven Californian fare in Menlo Park, CA. Camper proudly works with a collection of local farmers, fisherman, artisans and craftspeople to create a unique blend of food and hospitality. We emphasize local, sustainable, handmade and, whenever possible, organic goods.
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