Vina Enoteca

Palo Alto, CA · Italian restaurant

Rating
4.4/5
★★★★☆ 4.4
Reviews
20
Rank in Palo Alto
#50
of 230 restaurants
City Percentile
61%
rating percentile
Address
Vina Enoteca, 700 Welch Rd #110, Palo Alto, CA 94304
Phone
(650) 752-4757
Website
www.vinaenoteca.com
Status
Closed · Opens 5 PM

Vina Enoteca is a restaurant located in Palo Alto, CA. It is one of 230 restaurants listed in Palo Alto. Its 4.4-star rating is above the Palo Alto city average of 4.2 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Vina Enoteca

Farm to table Italian restaurant. House made breads, pasta and pizzas. Menu focus on local ingredients and supporting local farm.

Hours

Saturday5 PM–9 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★☆☆ 3.0 Samantha Allen · Sep 2025

We saw this place months ago and have been excited to try it. After a couple failed reservations, we finally made it! The atmosphere outside was perfect due to the plants and lighting. From glancing at the menu it seemed overpriced. And it was. The food was good without a doubt, but i've had better pasta for less than $30+ for such a small portion size. And better house wine for less than $20 per glass. The small pour of cabernet had quite a but of sediment in the glass. However, the service was fantastic! Everyone was so kind and quick to assist with any need. In summary, it is a good place. Unfortunately, I just would not recommend, due to it being over priced. Again, I've had better pasta for less money and includes a larger portion size. It is rare that I eat a meal without left overs,

★★★★★ 5.0 Michaela O'Hara · Aug 2025

Always a lovely experience dining here, what with the peaceful ambiance and easy parking situation. We had an unwanted guest at one point (a wasp) & the staff immediately took action to move us inside. Not pictured was a delicious peach torta, consumed within seconds. Always look at the dessert menu :)

★★★★★ 5.0 Margaret K. · Apr 2025

A lovely surprise coming here with my grandparents who used to come here when it was the Red Barn! It's become quite the nice Italian restaurant with a great bar and ample seating inside and outside. I'm now partial to the bar area because of the amazing waitress Maritza! She was so attentive and had great recommendations and has been there since the beginning. The drinks were great including the Bees knees and classic Negroni with a good variety in wine list. The pasta was the star - I had the cacio Pepe which was delicious and cheesy and my party was happy with their mushroom tortellini too. The pizza dough was on the slightly undercooked side which is how I like it and we got the one with sausage and pear (such a surprisingly good pairing!) will definitely be back!

★★★★★ 5.0 rated by maryam • food critic · May 2025

Vina Enoteca feels like stepping into a modern Roman trattoria—elegant, open, and full of soul. From the first bite to the last, everything here is intentional and elevated without ever being pretentious. We started with the Caesar salad, which came with an oil-based dressing and generous shavings of Parmesan—fresh, simple, and beautifully balanced. Then came the Fungi Pizza, with a blistered crust fresh out of their gorgeous oven, earthy mushrooms, and that unmistakable depth you only get from real wood fire. I added a grilled chicken breast on the side and turned it into a perfectly satisfying entrée. Nadia ordered the Cacio e Pepe, which was creamy, peppery, and just the right amount of rich. Sasha had the butter pasta, and even that was outstanding—pure comfort done right. Every dish

★★★★★ 5.0 F Z · Jul 2024

The restaurant has a good atmosphere and friendly staff. Overall, the food is pretty good. I particularly enjoyed the mushroom pizza, with its perfectly crispy crust and fresh, flavorful mushrooms. The carpaccio was also excellent, featuring a well-balanced flavor with arugula, capers, a touch of cheese, and egg yolk. However, I wouldn't recommend the grilled octopus (Polipo d'Estate); despite the tasty sauce, the octopus itself was mediocre and had a rubbery texture, likely from being frozen too long. Overall, it's a pretty good place.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

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