La Boheme

Welcome to La Boheme, a charming French bistro located in Palo Alto, California. This cozy eatery offers a delightful menu filled with old-timey French classics, perfect for breakfast, brunch, and dinner. With a focus on providing exceptional service and high-quality cuisine, La Boheme prides itself on creating a welcoming atmosphere for all guests.

At La Boheme, you can expect to find a variety of dishes that showcase the flavors of France. From the savory Coq Au Vin to the tender John Dory with couscous and vegetables, each plate is prepared with precision and care. The menu also features vegan and vegetarian options, ensuring that all dietary preferences are catered to.

One of the highlights of La Boheme is their delectable desserts, including the heavenly profiteroles and the indulgent chocolate souffle. Paired with a nice glass of wine or a refreshing Kir Royale, these sweet treats are the perfect way to end a satisfying meal.

With a picturesque outdoor patio, live music performances, and a warm, inviting ambiance, La Boheme offers a unique dining experience that transports you to the heart of a French provincial town. Whether you're looking for a casual coffee date, a relaxing lunch catch-up, or a special dinner outing, La Boheme is the perfect spot for any occasion.

Come and experience the alluring flavors and cozy charm of La Boheme for yourself. Whether you're a fan of traditional French cuisine or looking to try something new, this bistro is sure to leave a lasting impression. Bon appétit!

La Boheme Menu

Location

Address: 415 California Ave Palo Alto, CA 94306
Phone: (650) 561-3577

đź•“ Work Hours
MON Closed
TUE 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
WED 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
THU 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
FRI 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
SAT 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
SUN 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Business info

  • Takes Reservations
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Delivery
    No
  • Vegan Options
    Yes
  • Many Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accessible parking near entrance
    Yes
  • ADA-compliant main entrance
    Yes
  • steps or stairs
    Yes
  • ADA-compliant restroom
    Yes
  • QR code menus available
    No
  • Closed captioning on TVs
    No
  • Accepts Cash
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Android Pay
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    Yes
  • Accepts Cryptocurrency
    No
  • Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Casual, Romantic
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Casual Dress
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good For Kids
    Yes
  • Good for Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
    Yes
  • Garage Parking, Street Parking
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Beer & Wine Only
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TV
    Yes
  • Women-owned
    Yes
  • Covered Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Private Dining
    Yes
  • Open to All
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    No
  • Wi-Fi
    No
  • Happy Hour
    No
  • Drive-Thru
    No
  • Heated Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes
  • Bring your own container allowed
    Yes
  • Compostable containers available
    Yes
  • Provides reusable tableware
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Steve B.

    22 July 2024

    Charming French bistro with very good to excellent food and service. On my last visit I was introduced to John Dory that was fried and crispy on the edges.Wonderful fish with couscous and vegetables. Fun, uncomplicated wine list. Beer and wine only. The experience was guided by the enchanting, knowledgeable and adept proprietress. The profiteroles may be the best I've had outside France. I go every time I visit Palo Alto.

  • Author: Alyssa S.

    21 June 2024

    Had a pretty good Kir Royale here. Great patio and they were very nice. No happy hour specials and the Kir was $13 - but they also brought us some excellent warm baguette slices with butter. The menu is old timey French classics and not a lot of vegetarian choices. But this is a sweet little bistro and we had a great time having a drink here! Oh - and it being 3rd Thursday here on California Ave, they also had accordion music!

  • Author: Courtney T.

    09 June 2024

    Lovely spot. French onion soup was the best I've ever had! Escargot was so good and flavorful.

  • Author: Nick C.

    17 May 2024

    I rounded up to 4 stars, but I really think of this as being more of a 3.5 star restaurant. They serve up fresh mussels and tasty sandwiches, but you might notice that the salad in the attached photo looks a little bit sad. I've had the bouillabaisse twice; the first time was lovely, but the second time the fish was overcooked and rubbery. This bistro does have the uncanny effect of making the diner feel transported into a slow-living provincial town at lunchtime. This is nice and rather unique; most other places design themselves in ways that engineer hustle and bustle.