Aseire Heard (Francis)

Delicious powdered sugar New Orleans style Beignets with 3X dipping sauces (raspberry, caramel & chocolate) as pictured. Very credible Cajun food - happy to have dined!

3dogs1monkey

After Thanksgiving, we took a drive to Stanford shopping center and downtown Palo Alto to see the lights decoration for Chistmas. We walked around and found this restaurant on Yelp. Cajun stuff so we decided to try out. It was hard to find due to road construction but we got there. We liked the cozy design of the restaurant, 2 levels with an open looking down at the floor. We didn’t have to wait and got seated right away. The lights are so dim that we need phone light to read the menu, I used the phone to scan the menu to see clearly. Appetizers were recommended baked oysters, quite delicious but $4/piece is a little steep. Jambalaya is their signature plate, and my wife really liked it, the best anywhere, to me it’s too hot spicy. I had the chicken pasta which is extremely flavorful and seasoned perfectly, although the chicken has a few extremely chewy and tough, not sure what part of the breast? The tab beer russian ale is very good and strong. I tasted a hint of passion fruit. It’s quite nice to try a new restaurant, there are many small plates which I would love to try next time we’re here. Many tacos, sliders, I would try. Parking on the streets, the servers are young, pleasant and attentive😎😎😎

+11

Coach Dos

Best spot for food and drinks in Palo Alto! I will reviews from our 2 visits for dinner then brunch the next morning before the cal-Stanford big game. Dinner had about a 30 min wait, sat outside under heater. Margarita pitchers are good and strong, the vegan impossible jambalaya and portobello po boy are outstanding. Ceviche was well received. Smash burger was on the small side. Cauliflower taco was yummy. Brunch had bottomless mimosa option which we added but it was literally 90% OJ so we will prob pass the next time- they are also on a timed system where they only pour at specific intervals not when you’re empty etc. it’s cheap though so wasn’t a big deal. Breakfast foods were great! French toast, breakfast burrito, breakfast sandwich, avocado toast were all excellent. Will come here anytime if in town

+5

Thao Nguyen

Dining at Nola feels like New Orleans, until you remember you’re actually in Silicon Valley. The crawfish étouffée was deeply flavorful—rich, velvety, and layered with spice in a way that felt both soulful and refined. But it was the dungeness crab garlic bread that stole the evening: a golden canvas of warmth, its edges crisp, its center tender, layered with delicate crab that lent both sweetness and grandeur. Nola offered more than a meal—it was a journey of flavors that echoed New Orleans while firmly rooted in Palo Alto. ++ - very friendly staff - vibrant ambiance - good selection of cocktails - The tableware reveals a subtle patina from years of use.

Robertson Souza

Amazing experience, this place is an real gem. The Chicken Andouille Gumbo, and Crawfish & Andouille Fried Rice is so delicious. Excellent structure and customer service. It worth swinging by here.

+11

William Stewart

When visiting Palo Alto, Nola is our favorite place to go. The entire menu is fire and the atmosphere is inviting. The crawfish and shrimp gumbo is a must, along with the beet drop salad. And don't forget the mini cocktails to help set the mood. All main dishes are great.

+2

Tim Chan

Nice restaurant with some outdoor seating options. It’s located on a small street that is closed off so you’ll need to find public parking. Another restaurant offers free WiFi which is nice. The food is good and the service is excellent. You can order and pay with your phone or with your server.

+8

Kay Kay

Wow, what a wonderful experience! Came across this place on father's day, looking for a spot to eat. All of the other places required reservations. We got seats right away, food right away, and the service was amazing! The atmosphere in the back felt like we were in New Orleans. Prices were reasonable, and we left feeling great. Will now be our go to spot in Palo Alto

+1

I love the ambience the playfulness definitely a vibe! Happy hour selections are a great price and great portion. Service and seating availability was also a plus if you're having Paula Lo Alta, you …

I love the ambience the playfulness definitely a vibe! Happy hour selections are a great price and great portion. Service and seating availability was also a plus if you're having Paula Lo Alta, yo…

I love the ambience the playfulness definitely a vibe! Happy hour selections are a great price and great portion. service and seating availability was also a plus if you're having Paula Lo Alta, yo…

I love the ambience the playfulness definitely a vibe! happy hour selections are a great price and great portion. Service and seating availability was also a plus if you're having Paula Lo Alta, yo…

I love the ambience the playfulness definitely a vibe! Happy hour selections are a great price and great portion. Service and seating availability was also a plus if you're having Paula Lo Alta, yo…

Everything is great the people,the food is well delicious,and the drinks. Nice ambient.in door and out door. You get to enjoy multi culture people stop by.

Everything is great the people,the Food is well delicious,and the drinks. Nice ambient.in door and out door. You get to enjoy multi culture people stop by.

went there for holiday lunch with 7 other people.\n\nService was great and the Crispy chicken caesar salad was Awesome! If I had taken an Uber I would have polished off the half picture of marg…

Sat outside for lunch .. on the streets under the shade , loved the vibes. Good service. Had small plates / chicken sliders, gumbo and jambalaya - excellent stuff. Definitely coming back. The non a…

Food was super delicious, very comforting and very tasty 10/10! We got the Jambalaya skillet, Chicken Sliders, and Mac n Cheese, which were fairly priced and just the right amount of food for two p…

Cool chilly night spent on their well heated outdoor tables was well worth the wait. Very unusual restaurant design with several different room and bar options. They brought the New Orleans party e…

Cool chilly night spent on their well heated outdoor tables was well worth the wait. Very unusual restaurant design with several different room and bar options. They brought the New Orleans party…

Absolutely loved this spot! I ordered the BBQ Po Boy which was incredibly juicy and came on a warm bun. Fries were great, albeit slightly oversalted. Food came quick and the staff were friendly. If…

Absolutely loved this spot! I ordered the bbq Po Boy which was incredibly juicy and came on a warm bun. fries were great, albeit slightly oversalted. food came quick and the staff were friend…

An indoor/outdoor cafe true to the name with the New Orleans vibe. A full menu of food and drink options. It was hard to pick. Shared a few items including french toast and eggs benedict. Sweet a…

Great restaurant with nice outdoor seating. Oysters to start which were divine, and crispy chicken salad made for a delicious lunch. Friendly prompt service and a nice wine list.

Great restaurant with nice outdoor seating. Oysters to start which were divine, and crispy chicken salad made for a delicious lunch. Friendly prompt service and a nice wine list.

Great restaurant with nice outdoor seating. Oysters to start which were divine, and crispy chicken salad made for a delicious lunch. Friendly prompt service and a nice wine list.

Great restaurant with nice outdoor seating. Oysters to start which were divine, and crispy chicken salad made for a delicious lunch. Friendly prompt service and a nice wine list.

I attended a Stanford party that was hosted at this restaurant on a Saturday evening. The ambience is really cool and immediately reminded me of New Orleans ; especially the courtyard setting, decorative beads, and vibrant artwork that create a lively, festive atmosphere. Since this was a private event rather than a regular dining visit, I can’t comment much on their usual service or standard menu experience. The food was pre-selected for the party and served buffet-style. I tried several items - the sliders were definitely the highlight and I ended up going back for more. The salmon tacos and cauliflower tacos were also good; they leaned more toward American-style tacos rather than authentic Mexican street tacos, which is understandable given the cuisine focus. The drinks were enjoyable, with pre-mixed margaritas, sangria, and a full bar available. Overall, I really loved the ambience and energy of the place. If you’re craving Cajun-inspired food or looking for a fun, lively setting, this is definitely worth a visit.

spicy jambalaya was good. rice was a little soft. got the regular spicy, has the perfect amount of heat. the flavor was decent. firecracker cajun pasta was decent. pasta was al dente. the flavor was a little on the sweet side. was not exactly what i expected. milk money was meh… not enough alcohol, otherwise the drink would have been amazing. the milagros guacamole was below average. not enough seasoning for the guacamole. the chicken andouille sausage was okay… the roux was not super impressive, wished it had more intensity.

Nola has been a Palo Alto institution for decades. The name is descriptive, it features New Orleans cuisine. It'd been a while since I was last there, and I remembered the food as better. It was a bit of a letdown now. The jambalaya lacked flavor and relied on heat instead. The non-alcoholic cocktail that I ordered on the surver's recommendation resembled sugary fruit punch; the sprig of mint livened it up a bit. My dining companions did not rave about their food either. Service was great, and ambiance was appropriate for the weekend after Fat Tuesday. Overall: solid, yet unimpressive.

Cool atmosphere, great for meeting up with friends. Food is alright, if you've been to Orleans and know authentic New Orleans food, extend Grace and just keep in mind you're in California. Drinks are tasty. Staff is friendly.

Chris S.

Saw the recommendation online. Decided to take the fam and the kid here after a blessed Sunday. The set up and ambience is kind of odd but it works well. Was able to watch the football games in the lounge area. They have a separate bar, outdoor seating and a villa style dining area which is awesome. What we ordered: Guacamole: smaller serving for $11 but delicious: chips were light. 8/10 Skirt steak kids meal: must try and delicious. Grilled perfectly and Had an Asian taste to it. Mash and veggies were good. 8/10 Jambalaya: not worth $18 as it’s a very small serving. Loaded and good. 7/10 Gumbo: highly recommend the cups over the bowls as it’s overpriced and the cup is worth it at $7. Huge prawns and was good. 7/10 Kids meal tenders and fries: comes with ranch and ketchup so you don’t need to ask. Came out hot and fresh. Shoe string fries. Kid approved. They were good. Mojitos: lacked alcohol; hardly present. Should add a little bit more. Our bill came out to $132 with tax and tip with 4 people. Not bad and Would go again but be wary about over ordering or your bill can easily go up. Great for sports, celebrations, first dates, kid friendly. Great service. Good atmosphere.

+3

Elizabeth Kowalski

A fun place to eat and drink! For about $71 before tip we ordered several small plates and something called a “moron bowl,” aka a few different types of rum with a mixer. It arrived in a large glass with four straws (there were only two of us, oops). The blurry photo of the inside of the space was taken post-moron bowl. 😵‍💫 We sat outside, but next time, we’ll eat inside. The atmosphere in there looks really fun. It’s nice that the bar stays open until 1. Also, there were plenty of vegetarian options available.

+1

George Z

Total Score: 7.60 Bathroom: 4.25/5 Love the color palette, but floor and sink were a bit icky though Customer Service: 3.5/5 Was a bit hard to grab but they were nice and quick with the food Ambiance: 4.5/5 Very Palo Alto core. It had that indoor outdoor thingy whatever you call that. Also the heater 😍😍 Food: 4.25/5 No complaints about the food, all the bites were YUM. And my drink packed a punch. Wow: 0/1 Normal American bar. Total Score = BR + CS + 2*AM + 5*FOOD + WOW

K B

Always enjoy eating here - favorites include the vegan jambalaya and cheesy garlic bread. Oh and the beignets are addictive (weekend brunch menu).

Went to NOLA for dinner last night. The wings were fantastic, I thought I wouldn't like them because the sauce came on the side, but the freshly fried chicken just hits different. Also got the mac & …

Went to NOLA for dinner last night. The wings were fantastic, I thought I wouldn't like them because the sauce came on the side, but the freshly fried chicken just hits different. Also got the …

Went to NOLA for dinner last night. The wings were fantastic, I thought I wouldn't like them because the sauce came on the side, but the freshly fried chicken just hits different. Also got the ma…

ambience is amazing... have been looking for food just like in LA and this HITS!! The service is friendly and every time we are back in town we hit there for drinks and FOOD!!

Ambience is amazing... have been looking for food just like in LA and this HITS!! The service is friendly and every time we are back in town we hit there for drinks and FOOD!!

Solid place to come for happy hour after shopping nearby. \n\nExtensive menu but especially enjoyed the wings & Mac & cheese. \n\nSliders made sure the meal was fulfilling as well!

Loved this vibey New Orleans watering hole. Tons of seating — including outdoor street, indoor bar, and backyard courtyard — make this dynamic space really feel like an immersive trip to NOLA. Food …

Cute little restaurant with plenty of nooks & crannies to eat in. We chose the outdoor patio in the rear of the restaurant. Enjoyed our food and drinks sitting in the sun!

Cute little restaurant with plenty of nooks & crannies to eat in. We chose the outdoor patio in the rear of the restaurant. Enjoyed our food and drinks sitting in the sun!

Ivan Zarate

I loved the ambiance at Nola in Palo Alto, especially its charming colonial-style setting. However, the food was a letdown as it arrived cold, giving me the impression that it had been pre-prepared hours in advance. While this allowed for quick service, it affected the quality. The cocktails were delicious, and I highly recommend the Mexican coffee. The QR code ordering and payment system was efficient. Overall, a good experience with some room for improvement.

Max Kay

It's fusion Asian American bar and restaurant with lots of indoor and outdoor seating. Full bar with big screens and beautiful decors. Bar and restaurant are kinda independent. Reservation helps but walk in OK. Food is just OK, nothing fancy but atmosphere and drinks are vibrant and exciting. Service was very slow and unresponsive though. Flat entry and outdoor seating make it accessible. Good for couples, small groups, meetup and not for kids.

+11

Nice restaurant with beautiful decorations. There are a lot of dishes to choose, the food tastes okay.

Nice restaurant with beautiful decorations. There are a lot of dishes to choose, the food tastes okay.

The restaurant was very cute inside and out. service was good but the shrimp poboy was just ok, ettoufe was just ok..Mac & cheese was bland. Seems overrated.

The restaurant was very cute inside and out. Service was good but the shrimp poboy was just ok, ettoufe was just ok..Mac & cheese was bland. Seems overrated.

The food was meh, and the ambience was better but had scope for a lot more. There were absolutely no chairs with back support even though we were a party of 9. I mean... for a bougie dinner spot, t…

Food was great but our waiter Marcus was not attentive at all. We had to chase him down a lot to get water give our orders and get the food. Fun atmosphere

Terrible service. Gave us happy hours menus then said we can't get the happy hours later. Left us hanging for service. Place looks run down and shanked. Bus girl was rude. Tried the food, burger …

Terrible service. Gave us happy hours menus then said we can't get the happy hours later. Left us hanging for service. Place looks run down and shanked. Bus girl was rude. Tried the food, burger …

Michelle W

There is minstrel era and black face art EVERYWHERE. If this was a black-owned restaurant, I would totally understand, but this is absolutely, revoltingly tone deaf otherwise. I understand they are relics of the era that are on theme for the restaurant and historically accurate, but this is NOT the first time restaurants have been publicly condemned for this. They should know better, especially as a restaurant owned by a restauranteur group. We asked the sever and there was no explanation, no education, no purpose for the art. Maybe this would be better if there was an educational aspect included, a brief paragraph or QR code, but this is racism for the sake of spectacle and shock. Greg St. Claire is the owner of Nola and not a black man, yet the restaurant makes money by selling Creole culture. This is a complete a slap in the face to black people and black culture to DISPLAY RACIST ART.