The next time you want a fine dining experience that feels as relaxed and comfortable as dinner with friends and family, consider heading over to Evvia Estiatorio. This Palo Alto restaurant is guided by the Greek tradition of hospitality, or philoxenia, which roughly translates to "the art of making a stranger a friend". 

The menu is also Greek, and it features traditional dishes like spanakopita (phyllo filled with spinach and cheese) and dolmathes (spiced rice wrapped in grape leaves), as well as some modern twists like sweet pea ravioli and grilled salmon with lemon-potato puree. Regulars say that not only is the food delicious, but the service is also attentive and warm, which makes this a good restaurant for birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions. Pro tip: this place is extremely popular and regularly fills to capacity, so be sure you make a reservation ahead of time to secure your table.