Take in 360-degree views at Palo Alto's only rooftop bar. The President's Terrace is perched atop the new Graduate Hotel, which reinvigorated the shuttered Hotel President originally built in 1929. The space is an ode to the rooftop garden on top of the original hotel. Like the rest of the Graduate, the intimate bar honors the building's Spanish-colonial roots with wicker furniture, muted tile and ornate light fixtures. Cozy up to the roaring fire and enjoy a drink from the cocktail menu dreamed up by notable mixologist Bad Birdy or a glass of natural wine. The food menu is seafood-forward with standout dishes including oysters, tuna tartare and scallop ceviche.
When you think about the best restaurants in the Bay Area, you might not think about the South Bay city of Palo Alto. With its college town vibe and a heavy dose of chain eateries, the tech mecca and home to Stanford Univeristy hasn’t exactly been known as a food destination (especially with the best restaurants in Oakland and San Francisco, plus San Jose restaurants nearby). But that’s all changing thanks to an influx of new restaurants serving fresh Greek, Indian, Italian, Vietnamese and even Georgian dishes. So the next time you're headed to Silicon Valley, consider adding the best restaurants in Palo Alto to your list of things to do in the Bay Area.
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