What Makes This Area Special
Safe, quiet, walkable streets — perfect for morning walks or evening strolls
Central location — close to Palo Alto, Stanford University, Redwood City, and major tech campuses
Family-friendly parks and green spaces nearby
Great dining and shopping within a short drive
Within 5–10 minutes:
Cafe Borrone – A local favorite for breakfast, brunch, coffee, and pastries
Flea Street Café – Farm-to-table California cuisine in a cozy setting
The Refuge – Known for amazing pastrami, burgers, and craft beer
Dutch Goose – Relaxed pub food with a classic Bay Area vibe
Menlo Tavern – Upscale American dishes inside the Stanford Park Hotel
Nearby in Palo Alto:
Oren’s Hummus – Mediterranean comfort food
Joanie’s Café – Breakfast/brunch gem
Tamarine – Upscale modern Vietnamese
☕ Coffee & Casual Spots
Philz Coffee (Downtown Menlo Park)
Blue Bottle Coffee (Palo Alto)
Back A Yard Grill – Great Caribbean comfort food
🌿 Parks & Outdoor Spaces
Burgess Park – Large community park with playgrounds & open space
Bedwell Bayfront Park – Scenic trails and bay views
Flood Park – Picnic spots, sports fields, and shaded areas
Stanford University Campus – Gorgeous architecture and open walking paths
🛍️ Shopping & Essentials
Grocery / Markets
Safeway – Just minutes away
Trader Joe’s (Menlo Park)
Whole Foods (Palo Alto)
Shopping Areas
Downtown Menlo Park – Boutiques, cafés, bookstores
Stanford Shopping Center – Upscale outdoor mall with great dining
🚗 Transportation & Getting Around
Caltrain stations nearby for easy trips to San Francisco or San Jose
Great for biking — many quiet residential streets and trail access
🎉 Local Highlights & Things to Do
Stanford University – Art museum, stadium, campus walks
Downtown Palo Alto – Restaurants, bars, and shopping
Allied Arts Guild – Beautiful gardens & artisan shops
Filoli Historic House & Gardens (short drive) – Beautiful estate & nature trails