Nobu Palo Alto

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   geniejava

   VIP

   San Francisco

   34 reviews

   5.0

   34 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The Omakase lunch option was a 7-course meal that was done beautifully. It will change from day to day depending on the chef’s choice (hence “omakase”). What we had today included an appetizer of oyster and Japanese peach, 3 pieces of sashimi, 3 pieces of sushi (one of which was toro!), king crab tempura, beef tenderloin, mushroom soup, and dessert. The portion sizes were sufficient to fill us (but not bursting full). The pistachio/honey panna cotta dessert was my favorite - so many layers of flavor and texture that was beautifully assembled! What a great way to finish off the meal. Our server was very attentive and patient, answering numerous questions that we had. Since we were celebrating a special occasion, they prepared us a special handwritten dessert plate and a small scoop of sorbet. Overall a lovely dining experience to celebrate a special occasion. If dining on a weekday before 5pm, be sure to call ahead for parking recommendations, as the 2hr free street parking options may not be sufficient for a weekday lunch.
   

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   Talila

   San Francisco

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   Nobu always has a great selection of sushi. During a recent visit, though, we found the service to be seriously disappointing, however. I had to ask about a drink order 3 times. It took two servers 20 minutes to finally check on it/bring it. It was the same with a couple of other dishes we ordered. Everything came out late and out of sync. While this is understandable during the busy holiday season, our server's unwillingness to check on our order was not. For this price point, I don't expect stellar service -- but definitely better service. If you can, avoid being seated outside. It's "No Man's Land," with servers making few and fleeting appearances.
   

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   Dr J

   New York City

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great experience and fantastic food. Highly recommended.
   

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   Edison

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Lobster with truffle aioli was absolutely amazing. Waiters and waitresses are friendly and passionate. Seats are a bit close to others but acceptable.
   

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   Robert

   San Francisco

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Perfect in every way possible. Drinks are amazing. Food is pleasant to the eye and pallet. If you want simple or elaborate, they have it all. Our favorite place to come have a drink or have a wonderful meal. Thank you for everything.
   

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   sandra

   San Francisco

   277 reviews

   4.0

   277 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We had not eaten here before, Brussels sprouts, rice cake and salmon were the highlights.
   

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   Patrick

   VIP

   San Francisco

   3 reviews

   2.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   it felt like we were eating a fine dining tasting menu at a chili's. we did the tasting menu and the food was good. but the execution by the staff made it feel like something that was not worth what it cost. the service and general experience were just very very average unfortunately.
   

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   Evgeniya

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great food. Awesome experience! Best and very friendly autmosphere.
   

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   Flora

   San Francisco

   3 reviews

   2.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We ordered the omakase and 2 bento boxes. The miso soup was very salty so we couldn't finish it. The omakase was presented beautifully but the taste was mid and not worth the price. Most of the dishes were pretty bland and not remarkable. Afterward we ended up going to the burger and brunch place next door instead. In the restroom, the design was terrible. There was a very small gap between the faucet and the sink so that it was impossible to wash your hands without touching either one and getting them dirty. I wont be trying this location again. Not worth what I paid or up to par with other fine dining experiences.
   

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    Sarathy

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4

    Overall good experience! Service was slow but our waitress was nice.
    

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