Suggestions for Authentic places near Palo Alto

Alessandro M. • October 28, 2014As an authentic Italian pizza–lover I can assure you this place is totally legit. I always get pizza del carcerato! It's hard to find a spot like this in the bay.

Hector L. • July 29, 2017These are BY FAR the best tacos in the Bay Area. These are authentic, and even better than many places in Mexico. Tripa, pastor, lengua, It's all good. Source: born and raised in Mexico for 30 years

Luis C. • October 16, 2015Great pastas and pastiche. It's not Italian original though. It's a very interesting fusion and enhancement of the Italian cousine. If you want authentic go to another place.

Conner H. • March 4, 2016This place is really authentic, from the design to the extremely pleasant management. I got the escargot and feuilleté de legumes and they were delicious.

Shannon M. • January 7, 2016Not the most authentic spanish tapas, but good after-work gathering place

Melissa M. • August 7, 2014Oysters, dumplings, authentic Oaxacan tacos, pork belly bahn mi. So many delicious choices in one place are hard to come by!

Sabdhagiri M. • January 30, 2015This is place is usually crowded on weekends. But serves authentic south Indian food which at times is worth the wait..

Jack L. • May 17, 2013This place is authentic. Amazing food. Everything!

Terry D. • September 21, 2014Shawarma is authentic, straight off the spit. Falafels are always freshly cooked and crisp. Love this place!

Nate B. • September 4, 2016The only truly authentic, independent breakfast place of its kind nearby. Reminds me of Grey Dog in NYC but with doughnuts and outdoor seating 😍

Vishnu P. • October 29, 2017Avoid this place if you’ve actually had real Indonesian/Malaysian food and you’re expecting something authentic tasting.

Elynn L. • November 8, 2015Amazing tofu soup. One of my favorite Korean places, ever. I usually go for the mushroom tofu soup, but it's all good. I love the banchan here too! Very authentic, great and fast service!

Blade O. • November 30, 2015Excellent Sushi from real Japanese Sushi chefs. Be sure to check out the specials and get at least one of them. They are always something seasonal and special. this place is good for authentic Sushi.

Eric M. • August 24, 2013Decent and tasty quality Mexican food. It's not that crap low budget stuff you get at "authentic" Mexican places.

Kaustubh A. • December 29, 2015Great place for authentic Thai food. Very tasty and affordable dishes.

Ro J. • December 30, 2013Chicken skewers and mozy's rice bowl. And hummus of course. Can't go wrong with this place. Doesn't get more authentic than this.

Anson L. • February 17, 2013Not the most authentic place in the world. But I'm just glad that I can get dim sum so close to work!!

Kalpesh J. • October 11, 2013have been to this restaurant at least twice every week in 2013. My first few visits were skeptical about the place, but you will not find this amazing and authentic munbai-style food in bay area.

Jaqueline G. • February 3, 2020Just wow, do you want some good authentic Mexican food? You have to check this place out, it was really delicious and I will definitely be coming back here when I’m feeling homesick.

apareek • July 23, 2012While the food is good and authentic, the service and hygiene NOT! If you value these things, probably not a good place to go to.

Stephen C. • February 18, 2018This place gets it - Chinese food 2.0. Delicious dishes with all the positives of authentic flavors from China with a creative but tasty fusion take. On top of that, craft beers on tap.

Aditya V. • August 11, 2013The most authentic chinese brunch place - don't go there unless you have a chinese friend to guide you!

Esmie G. • June 26, 2010If you want authentic mexican food. this is def the place

Lucille F. • December 22, 2014Hole in the wall kind of place but the food & atmosphere brings back my Taipei years in the 80's. Home made noodles perfect flavor & bite. Dumplings & more, delish authentic, prices & service 👍👍👍

Luz G. • September 13, 2017This place is a typical California take on Mexican food, it's not the most authentic but it's very tasty

Hemant J. • February 2, 2017If you are craving for some authentic Maharashtrian food, this place will deliver each time. You cannot help but have their pav bhaji, vada pav, zhunka bhakar and srikhand.

Peng Z. • September 8, 2016Not authentic Chinese food. More of a fusion place. Unusual flavor mixes. I don't like it but ymmv

Jill W. • March 30, 2013It you want a real authentic Mexican dance club experience - this is the place to be. There is a live mariachi band Fridays . Guys ask the ladies to dance. I felt out of place and uncomfortable

Susie S. • October 20, 2013Best place for AUTHENTIC Korean.

Ashwin K. • May 28, 2017If you want a good (and unlimited) Thali, try this place. Very nice authentic South Indian food! (Bland)