Palo Alto Creamery – American
This sun-drenched sanctuary of nostalgia invites guests to slide into a booth and soak in the timeless charm of a classic American diner. The air is thick with the sweet scent of golden Belgian waffles and sizzling savory sausage, while vibrant bowls of fresh fruit and house-made granola offer a bright, wholesome start to the morning.
566, Emerson Street +16503233131 http://www.paloaltocreamery.com0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, high-protein, vegan, low-carb, keto, dairy-free, nut-free, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, plant-based, low-fat, whole30, paleo, mediterranean, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, atkins, tlc, zone, volumetrics, alkaline, aip, renal, carnivore, macrobiotic, lectin-free, slow-carb, juice-cleanse
Currently open
Hours
- Mo-Th - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Breakfast
- Fresh Fruit Bowl - $9.5: Fresh seasonal fruits Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Homemade Granola - $11.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Homemade Oatmeal - $11.75: Served A.M. only Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Yogurt Parfait - $14.95: Homemade granola, fresh fruit and nonfat yogurt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Buttermilk Pancakes - $18.25: Served with real Vermont maple syrup Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Brioche French Toast - $18.25: Served with real Vermont Maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Two Eggs – any style - $18.5: Served with hash browns or home fries, buttered toast & jelly Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs with Hobbs’ Bacon, Ham or Pork Sausage Links - $21.75: Served with hash browns or home fries, buttered toast & jelly Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 3 Egg Omelette or Scramble - $23.95: Choice of 3 items: Ham, Mushrooms, Bacon, Sausage, Chicken, Cream Cheese, Avocado, Tomatoes, Spinach, Green Chilies, Sour Cream, Green Onion, Various Cheeses Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Belgian Waffle - $16.25: Served A.M only, with real Vermont maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Corned Beef Hash & Eggs - $23.75: House cooked corned beef with potatoes and onions Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sausage Skillet with 2 Eggs - $23.5: Sausage, roasted peppers, onions, mushrooms and home fries topped with pepper-jack cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken Apple Sausage & Eggs - $22.5: House made sausage, sautéed peppers and onions, two eggs with choice of potatoes and toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cajun Scramble - $23.95: Spicy Cajun sausage, bell peppers, onions & spices with potatoes and toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chevre Omelette - $23.95: Herbed goat cheese, mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil with hash browns and toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Northwest Scramble - $24.75: Smoked Salmon, dill cream cheese, red onions, capers, and tomatoes with fresh fruit and toast Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken & Waffle - $25.5: Served A.M. only. Belgian waffle and buttermilk chicken strips, with real Vermont maple syrup Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Hash Brown Pie with 2 Eggs - $23.25: Tomatoes, bacon, green onion and cheddar cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Prime NY Steak & Eggs - $28: 6 oz New York Steak, two eggs, potatoes and toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Quesadilla - $22.75: Eggs, chorizo, green onions, salsa, guacamole and sour cream Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos Rancheros - $22.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Enchilada - $24.95: Braised beef, two eggs, guajillo sauce, sour cream, queso fresco, black beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Caribbean French Toast - $21.75: Coconut, caramelized bananas & real maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Croissant - $17: Two egg scramble with ham and bacon, American cheese, served with fresh fruit Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Smoked Salmon & Bagels - $17.5: Cream cheese, capers, tomatoes, and red onion Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Appetizers
- Onion Rings - $11.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Wings - $16.75: Carrots, celery, blue cheese dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buttermilk Chicken Strips - $15.75: BBQ Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Mac & Cheese - $12.95: Barbeque Ranch Dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Mixed Green Salad - $9.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southern Fried Chicken Salad - $24: Chicken tenders, corn, pecans and spicy ranch Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $18: Romaine hearts, Parmesan, and garlic bread Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cobb Salad - $26: Turkey, avocado, tomato, blue cheese, egg & bacon with choice of dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Salad - $22: Tomatoes, mushrooms, feta cheese, bacon, egg, and balsamic dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cranberry Apple Salad - $22: Sundried cranberries, Granny Smith apples, pecans Gorgonzola cheese and sherry vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Turkey Breast Sandwich - $17.5: With lettuce and mayonnaise Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Club - $23: Turkey breast, Hobbs’ bacon, lettuce, tomato & mayo Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Albacore Tuna Salad Sandwich - $17.5: There are no onions in our tuna salad! Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Melt - $19.75: Albacore tuna salad, American cheese Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese - $12.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese Bacon & Tomato - $17.5: American cheese, Hobbs’ apple wood smoked bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Ham & Cheese - $18.75: Ham and American cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Reuben - $21.5: Corned beef, sauerkraut, 1000 Island, Swiss on grilled rye Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Buffalo Chicken Sandwich - $21: Lightly battered chicken breast, tossed in Frank’s Hot sauce, on a house made bun, shredded romaine and ranch dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Dog - $13.25: American hot dog with relish and onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Dog - $17.5: All American hot dog topped with Texas Beef & Black Bean Chili and jack cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Egg Salad Sandwich - $13.25: with lettuce and mayonnaise Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: lunch
- Chicken Salad Sandwich - $17.5: Onions and fresh herbs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Salad Melt - $19.75: Chicken salad with American cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich - $19.75: On homemade bun with grilled onions with lettuce, tomato and mayo on the side Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- BLT - $17.5: Hobbs’ Applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Pastrami - $21: With melted Swiss cheese on grilled rye Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Dip - $21: Thinly sliced lean beef on French roll with au jus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Philly Cheese Steak - $21.5: Grilled peppers, grilled onions, Jack cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Pork Sandwich - $19.75: Pulled pork topped with onion rings, on a French roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prime New York Steak Sandwich - $27.5: Grilled 6 oz NY steak, sautéed onions, lettuce, tomato, on a homemade French roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roast Beef Sandwich - $18.5: Lean slow roasted beef, lettuce, and mayonnaise Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers
- Hamburger - $19: Grilled onions, lettuce, tomato, pickles on the side Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeseburger - $20.5: American cheese, grilled onions, lettuce, tomato, pickles on the side Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Burger - $23.5: Avocado, Hobbs’ bacon, Jack cheese, grilled onions, lettuce, tomato, pickles on the side Available at: dinner, lunch
- Swiss Mushroom Burger - $22: Swiss, sautéed mushrooms, grilled onions, lettuce, tomato, pickles on the side Available at: dinner, lunch
- Atomic Burger - $22: Spicy jalapeño relish, pepper-jack cheese, grilled onions, pickles on the side Available at: dinner, lunch
- Patty Melt - $22: Grilled rye, grilled onions, American cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Cheeseburger - $22.75: Hobbs’ bacon, American cheese, grilled onions, lettuce, tomato, pickles on the side Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Bacon Burger - $23.75: Hobbs’ bacon, grilled onions, BBQ sauce, lettuce, tomato, pickles on the side Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Burger - $23.5: Topped with beef & black bean chili, jack cheese, grilled onions Dietary tags: South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fountain Burger - $23.75: Two strips of Hobbs bacon, grilled onions, Swiss, grilled rye, with side of Dijon-mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Burger - $19.95: Mushrooms, corn, carrots, green onions, bell peppers, lettuce, tomato, sprouts with side of Dijon-mayo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bubbly Burger - $475: Your choice of burger with a bottle of chilled Dom Pérignon Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Roast Turkey Dinner - $27.75: Turkey breast, cornbread stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, gravy, and seasonal vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Pot Pie - $24.5: Chunks of turkey breast, cream sauce, carrots, onions, and potatoes under a flaky pastry crust Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan - $26: Parmesan crusted chicken breast with marinara served with spaghetti Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Grilled Salmon - $30: Sauteed spinach, mushrooms, and tomato, mashed potatoes, lemon butter sauce Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised Beef Short Ribs - $36: Demi-glace, mashed potatoes, vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish & Chips - $26.75: French fries, tartar sauce, lemon Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti & Meatballs - $25.75: Marinara Sauce with homemade garlic bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Housemade Meatloaf - $25: Beef and pork meatloaf, mashed potatoes, mushroom gravy, sauteed green beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled New York Steak - $38: 10 oz New York Steak, red wine demi-glace, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Quesadilla - $22.5: Flour tortilla, grilled chicken breast, green onions, Jack and cheddar cheeses, served with guacamole, sour cream and fresh salsa Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Macaroni & Cheese - $14.95: Creamy cheddar cheese sauce, buttered breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- French Fries - $9.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Fries With BBQ Ranch - $10.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Salad - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coleslaw - $6.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamburger Patty - $9.75 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sauerkraut - $5.5 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cottage Cheese - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Texas Beef & Black Bean Chili (Cup) - $8.95 Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Bean & Turkey Chili (Cup) - $8.95 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Noodle Soup (Cup) - $7.75 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homemade Cornbread - $5.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Fresh Baked Pie Slice - $9.25: Apple, Chocolate Pecan, Cherry Crumb or Blueberry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- Brownie Chunk NY Style Cheesecake - $10.25: Classic silky cheesecake atop a chocolate brownie base Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Coconut Cream Cake - $10.25: Coconut custard layered between fluffy vanilla chiffon cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Double Danger Chocolate Cake - $10.25: Double chocolate cake layered with ganache Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Truffle Bread Pudding - $10.25: Decadent baked chocolate custard served with Crème Anglaise Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Banana Cream Pie Slice - $9.25: Bananas and creamy vanilla custard in a graham cracker crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Cream Pie Slice - $9.25: Dark chocolate custard in a chocolate graham crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Key Lime Pie Slice - $9.25: Sweet tart lime custard in a graham cracker crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Milk Shake - $12: Customize your favorite
- Banana Split - $18.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Ice Cream Sundae - $13.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Giant Cookie - $4.25: Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin, Sugar, Ginger or Peanut Butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice - $6.75
- Fresh Squeezed Grapefruit Juice - $6.75 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Lemonade - $5.5
- Coffee - $4.95
- Hot Chocolate - $6.25
- Fountain Drink - $4.95: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Root Beer
- Mimosa - $15: Prosecco and fresh squeezed orange juice
- Bloody Mary - $16: House mix, vodka, lime
- Margarita - $16: Reposado tequila, house sweet & sour, triple sec, lime
- Sierra Nevada Seasonal - $8.5 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
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