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NM Cafe at Neiman Marcus - Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA

NM Cafe at Neiman Marcus - Palo Alto

4.8
4.8
679 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Laid-back luxe. Experience delightful dishes in a casual, contemporary atmosphere at THE NM CAFE® PALO ALTO. Muted lighting and understated, modern decor create the perfect environment for a midday retreat. Whether dining with a group or simply ordering upscale take-out, expect delectable food and exceptional service that is synonymous with Neiman Marcus.

Let THE NM CAFE® host your next Baby or Bridal Shower. We pride ourselves on creating the perfect menu and ambience for your event in our chic and inviting atmosphere. Pamper the glowing bride- or mother-to-be in your life with the shower of her dreams or a lavish luncheon.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 329-3329
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Angel Perez
  • Private party facilities
    Looking to host an event? We pride ourselves on creating the perfect menu and ambience for your event in our chic and inviting atmosphere. Pamper the glowing bride- or mother-to-be in your life with the shower of her dreams or a lavish luncheon.
  • Neighborhood
    Palo Alto
  • Cross street
    Sand Hill Road and El Camino Real
  • Parking details
    Parking garage adjacent to Neiman Marcus.
  • Public transit
    El Camino Realy, Bus and Train
  • Entertainment
    Tell us what you desire and we will assist.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 679 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
NM Cafe at Neiman Marcus - Palo Alto is renowned for its "attentive and friendly service," with standout servers like Jose and Robert being frequently praised. Guests love the delicious popovers and consommé, and the menu offers "delicious food for a reasonable price." The quiet ambiance makes it perfect for conversation, though vegan options are limited.

679 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We had the Cesar salad with chicken. The chicken was tasteless, extremely dry and flavorless. I would not pay $10.00 for this salad much less Neiman Marcus prices.

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  2. Karen

    San Francisco

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow! I hadn't been to the NM Cafe in a couple of years and what a lovely surprise! I had a deconstructed salmon niçoise and it was delicious, creative, beautifully presented I loved every bite. The service and atmosphere is very "ladies who lunch"--which I enjoyed. I'll be back.

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  3. Doris

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to get together. Love the service and the food.

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  4. Barbara

    San Francisco

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I have two separate friends with whom I go to NM cafe about once a month. The service is always good, and the servers are helpful and friendly. The food is dependable and consistent. My only problem is that I am a vegan, and there are not many choices for me on the menu.

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  5. Albert

    Tahoe

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had our annual holiday luncheon — food and service was outstanding!

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  6. Lisa

    Tahoe

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was great and the service was excellent! We had a great time at our lunch!

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  7. Fannie

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is excellent, and the service is outstanding, as always. I highly recommend it.

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  8. Barbara

    San Francisco

    40 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our waiter today was great -- cheerful, efficient, friendly. My friend and I were celebrating our birthdays. He knew our names and kept "celebrating" the birthdays. In terms of food, I wish they would have some house made VEGAN choices!

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  9. Jen

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Maddy was excellent. Food was very good.

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  10. Luanne

    San Francisco

    56 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Service never improves but the wait staff is friendly: we asked to bring our salad first and it all came at once. The wine took too long to arrive: it takes forced to get the check/ I think better management might help. Food is always pleasant.

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FAQs

NM Cafe at Neiman Marcus - Palo Alto offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 329-3329.

NM Cafe at Neiman Marcus - Palo Alto is rated 4.8 stars by 679 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for NM Cafe at Neiman Marcus - Palo Alto

400 Stanford Shopping Center, Palo Alto, CA 94304

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Sand Hill Road and El Camino Real
  • Neighborhood
    Palo Alto
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Californian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking garage adjacent to Neiman Marcus.
  • Public transit
    El Camino Realy, Bus and Train
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Angel Perez
  • Entertainment
    Tell us what you desire and we will assist.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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