Antonio's Nut House, 321 S. California Avenue, (650) 321-2550. Popular destination for locals. Primarily a blue collar bar, but dot-com people come through every now and then for a round of pool. Free peanuts for patrons and you can even throw the shells onto the floor.
Empire Tap Room, 651 Emerson Street, (650) 321-3030. Bright, cheery bar considering the sometimes crusty clientele. Excellent wine list and delicious calamari.
Miyake, 140 University Avenue, (650) 323-9449, . Features high energy atmosphere, 80's music and disco lights, popular with Stanford students. A Sake Bomb (shot of sake dropped into a glass of beer and chugged) is the drink of choice.
The Old Pro, 541 Ramona St, (650) 326-1446, . Loud, energetic sports bar in a high traffic part of downtown Palo Alto. A frequent for Stanford students to hang out at.
Blue Chalk Café, 630 Ramona Street, Palo Alto, 650.325.1020. Packed with Stanford students playing pool or chilling out in the comfy lounge, but if you want to dance in Palo Alto, then this is the spot. It gets pretty crowded on the weekends and its always wise to head here early on, as the night rolls on, there is usually a cover and a drink minimum.
Bistro 412, 412 Emerson St., Palo Alto, 650.326.7183. Bistro 412 take care of their packed crowds beautifully with some nights devoted to DJ dancing, while others showcase live music and the heavy drinks are always flowing here. With a European vibe and a chic decor with an outdoor patio, it's a fun night out and recommended for smaller parties.
Gordon Biersch, 640 Emerson St., Palo Alto, 650.323.7723. Although their brick building looks like an unassuming basic beerhouse, they offer food that attempts to be a notch above. This local Palo Alto bar is a must do, especially with the beer being produced on-site. Or sample one of their classic, German inspired microbrews or seasonal specialty beers which, by the way, is an excellent way to spend an afternoon, or a very long evening. This is the original brewery which spawned the nationwide Gordon Biersch chain.
Quattro Restaurant & Bar, 2050 University Avenue, ☎ 650-566-1200, . Distinctive all-day restaurant, large outdoor terrace and bar. 1/2 price wine on Fridays. �
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