Opening hours
Open now · closes 2:00 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Palo Alto: 1:13 PM (PDT). Holiday hours may differ – call (650) 327-0284 to confirm.
Location & directions
2363 Birch StPalo Alto, CA 94306
About Bistro Elan
Bistro Elan is a Californian restaurant located at 2363 Birch St in Palo Alto, California. It's part of our guide to 193 restaurants, cafes and bars in Palo Alto.
Bistro Elan is open 4 days a week, usually 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (closed Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday). Note that it closes between lunch and dinner service on 3 days of the week.
The menu we have on file lists 24 items across 6 sections, including First Course, This Week's Special, Entrees, Sides, and Dessert. Listed prices range from $9.75 to $65.00, with a typical item around $32.00. You will find options like Pink Lady Apple Salad, Niman Ranch Lamb & Pork Meatballs, and Pan-Seared ME Sea Scallops.
You can visit for outdoor seating, takeout, dine-in, and delivery. Visitors describe the atmosphere as cozy, romantic, and upscale. The place is LGBTQ+ friendly. It is especially popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Offerings include alcohol, beer, coffee, organic dishes, and wine.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, wheelchair accessible restroom, and wheelchair accessible seating. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free parking lot and free street parking. Reservations are accepted; call (650) 327-0284 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Californian Restaurant
- Address
- 2363 Birch St, Palo Alto, CA 94306
- Phone
- (650) 327-0284
- Price range
- $50 to $100 per person
- Hours
- Open 4 days a week, usually 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (closed Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday)
- Menu
- 24 items · $9.75–$65.00
- Listing updated
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Popular times (estimated)
Estimated from typical visit patterns for Californian restaurants and this venue’s opening hours – not live data.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Organic dishes
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Upscale
Crowd
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
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Frequently asked questions
What are Bistro Elan's opening hours?
Open 4 days a week, usually 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (closed Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is Bistro Elan open on Sunday?
No, Bistro Elan is closed on Sundays.
Where is Bistro Elan located?
Bistro Elan is located at 2363 Birch St, Palo Alto, CA 94306.
What is the phone number of Bistro Elan?
You can call Bistro Elan at (650) 327-0284.
Does Bistro Elan offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Bistro Elan offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, takeout, dine-in, and delivery.
How much does it cost to eat at Bistro Elan?
The typical price range at Bistro Elan is $50 to $100 per person. Menu prices range from $9.75 to $65.00.
Does Bistro Elan take reservations?
Yes, Bistro Elan accepts reservations.
Is Bistro Elan wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, wheelchair accessible restroom, and wheelchair accessible seating.
