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Evvia

4.8 (5086)
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
420 Emerson Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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Evvia

4.8
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
Palo Alto

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 97 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for business meals
Sister restaurant of Kokkari, Evvia has been serving authentic rustic Greek cuisine since 1995. Our fresh fish, savory roasted meats and grilled and roasted vegetables are perked up with a squeeze of lemon, a splash olive oil, and Mediterranean herbs. There is perfection in simplicity.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Nikos Maheras
  • Private party facilities
    The restaurant can accommodate large parties. Please call for details.
  • Neighborhood
    Palo Alto
  • Cross street
    Between University and Lytton
  • Parking details
    Valet is available Thursday, Friday and Saturdays during dinner service only.
  • Public transit
    CalTrain - University Avenue
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Evvia.

4.8

4.8
(5086)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Mediterranean

  • Peninsula

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Evvia is a premier dining destination in Palo Alto known for its "amazing food," "superb service," and "warm atmosphere." Guests rave about the "delicious lamb chops," "phenomenal Greek dishes," and "consistently outstanding experience." Ideal for special occasions and casual dining alike, Evvia never fails to impress its patrons.
5,086 Reviews
  1. Francisca

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is delicious, great wine list. Very nice ambience.

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  2. Hardwin Gold

    San Francisco62 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's always a great meal at Evvia. Two of us had the lamb shank which is always a large portion of meat, one of us the lamb chops, and the fourth the shrimp dish. Flavorful, healthy portions, and well seasoned. Our server was friendly and professional, and guided us to try the squash appetizer which we all loved. Even on a Monday night the restaurant was full, but not noisy. We were fortunate to get a table on short notice, as Evvia is always booked well in advance...for good reason!

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  3. John

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect! Some of the best food in the Bay Area!

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  4. Alison

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and service! We'll definitely be back

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  5. Katja Gold

    San Francisco4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently great service and delicious Greek food. Love Evvia!

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  6. Laurie Gold

    San Francisco4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the flatbread for appetizer and it was unique and full of great flavors. Tried the goat meat and it was fabulous......slow cooked in a very tasty sauce. Shared with a friend and it was plenty for two of us. A little on the pricey side but overall a good experience.

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  7. elliott Gold

    San Francisco26 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 27, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food and service, but very expensive. 3 medium sized lamb chops with roasted potatoes for $58. Good, but I’ve had better. The place was very loud and hard to hear our friends across our small table.

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  8. Norman

    San Francisco10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our wedding anniversary and upon arrival we were greeted with warmth and seated right away. We started off by ordering the mushroom alongside french fries and meatballs. We highly recommend the mushroom absolutely delicious. Our main course was the catch, which is Bronzino paired with fresh vegetables. The food and the service was absolutely fabulous! We highly recommend Evvia to everyone!

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  9. Nancy

    San Francisco9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and food were wonderful as always. It was way too noisy though. We had a table by the window where it should have been quieter but there were a lot of tables very close together, thus the high noise level. Francisco was our server and he was just great!!

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  10. ivy Gold

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food. Loved the grilled octopus and whole fish. Must try the desserts as well.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Nikos Maheras
  • Private party facilities
    The restaurant can accommodate large parties. Please call for details.
  • Neighborhood
    Palo Alto
  • Cross street
    Between University and Lytton
  • Parking details
    Valet is available Thursday, Friday and Saturdays during dinner service only.
  • Public transit
    CalTrain - University Avenue
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Guests commonly describe portions as generous and shareable, the arugula/spanakotiropita is large enough for two, the lamb shank has provided leftovers, and mains come with plentiful protein.

Evvia fills up at peak service, reviewers describe it as already “hopping” and busy during Friday evening service, with tables filling quickly; weekday evenings (for example, a Tuesday night) and earlier dinner seatings tend to be easier and more relaxed.

Evvia feels warm and rustic Mediterranean, guests highlight warm lighting, rustic decor, and an open kitchen that creates an inviting, elegant-yet-welcoming setting; it can get noisy when full, while the patio is noted as a quieter alternative.

Sunday lunch is a lovely choice, guests specifically praise relaxed Sunday lunches and attentive service at Evvia.

Yes, Evvia is a popular special‑occasion and date‑night choice, praised for its warm, rustic ambiance and thoughtful wine pairings across multiple anniversary and date‑night visits.

Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed attire is appropriate, so aim for neat, put-together clothing rather than formalwear.

Yes, Evvia has outdoor dining: guests regularly mention sitting on the patio or outdoor deck and enjoying meals there across multiple visits.

Yes, Evvia’s outdoor patio welcomes diners with dogs; guests report staff even brought water for their pup during a patio meal.

Yes, families and children are regular guests at Evvia, with grandparents and parents bringing kids for lunch and servers praised for being friendly and helpful.

For a lively evening, pick Friday dinner, guests report Evvia is already 'hopping' then; for a more leisurely, unhurried meal, choose a weekday evening when diners say the pace is relaxed. Dinner is served daily from 5:00 pm–9:00 pm.

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Evvia

4.8
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
Palo Alto

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 97 times today
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