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Protégé

4.7 (582) $$$$ $$$$ Modern, Californian

Description

Summary: New American dining with a casual twist.

Protégé is a testament to upscale New American dining with a casual flair, offering guests a choice between an à la carte menu in The Lounge and an exquisite five-course tasting menu in The Dining Room. Dishes like Alaskan king crab ‘chateaubriand’ and a nine-layer lasagne with porcini marmalade stand out, while the wine program boasts some of the world's most exceptional vintages. The ambiance is kept informal with leather booths and a stylish bar, despite the pedigree of its founders, former French Laundry alumni. The dining room's seven-course tasting menu features creative dishes such as kataifi-wrapped langoustine and lamb loin with vadouvan sauce, while the lounge, bar, and patio offer an à la carte menu including delights like brick chicken with razor clams. Protégé elevates the dining experience in Palo Alto with its balance of exquisite flavors and laid-back atmosphere.

Awards

Michelin
1 Star
Google
Superb
Superb
50 Best
Discovery

Location

250 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306

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