MacArthur Park
About
- 4.7 ( 20 reviews)
- 15-40, $$, $$$
WELCOME TO MACARTHUR PARK - An American BBQ Experience. Ribs and a whole lot more. MacArthur Park Restaurant, named after a Jimmy Webb song, has been a neighborhood favorite in Palo Alto since it first opened in 1981. Today's MacArthur Park has been reclaimed by its original owner and its original chef with a revitalized menu and a recent renovation of this historical landmark Julia Morgan building. Historical landmarks are permanent sign posts to a culture's community. This landmark has served the community in many incarnations: as a 1918 Hostess House for visiting families of World War I servicemen, as a community center, a veterans hall and now, once again, as the new MacArthur Park. Home is a place you love, and MacArthur Park is pleased to welcome the community back home with new dishes, old favorites and the warmest of hospitality.
Day of the Week | Opening Hours |
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Monday | 16:30 - 21:00 |
Tuesday | 16:30 - 21:00 |
Wednesday | 16:30 - 21:00 |
Thursday | 16:30 - 21:00 |
Friday | 16:30 - 21:00 |
Saturday | 16:30 - 21:00 |
Sunday | Closed |
Cuisines
- 🍔 American
- 🍖 Barbecue
Dining Options
- 💺 Seating
- ♿ Wheelchair Accessible
- 🥡 Takeout
- 🍽️ Table service
- 📅 Reservations
- 🍷 Serves Alcohol
- 🅿️ Parking Available
- 🪑 Highchairs Available
- 🌳 Outdoor Seating
- 🍸 Full Bar
- 📶 Free Wifi
- 📺 Television
- 💳 Accepts Visa
- 💳 Accepts Mastercard
- 🍷🍺 Wine and Beer
- 💳 Accepts American Express
- 💳 Accepts Discover
- 🍽️ Private Dining
- 🍽️ Dinner
Recommended Reviews
4.7
William Parker
The specials here are amazing. I had the filet and it was simply delish. The bread was also great, traditional sourdough at its best. The service was decent and the dessert was alright. I’d go here again if I had the chance.
James Allen
Excellent food / service. Great historical building. Best Old Fashioned
Harsha Shibu
Attended a hosted party there. Good food. Friendly staff. Good services.
Ernest Stephens
Very well kept and accessible place. They offer big meals and for economical rates. We liked the food a lot and the staff were super friendly and chatty. Highly recommended.
Brooke Olson
Excellent barbecue and the service is very fast. Would visit again.
Andreano Lanusse
Definitely a high end place, great menu and food is delicious. You can stay in the bar and move to the table later.Parking has free options or valet.
Hermit Dave
Lovely meal.. Not being a steak person I went for swordfish.. It was delicious
Russell Clark
Had a really nice Thanksgiving dinner there with my family. Although they were packed, the service was spot on and they kept the buffet dishes filled. Really enjoyable atmosphere. Parking was a little hard to find though. Here's a Tip: there is a company parking lot a couple of block behind MacPrk that used to be a post office in a 50's style building with a flagpole in front. After 5 it's ok to park there. They had a great dessert bar and the pic is of a couple of the ones we enjoyed.
Rhea Rhea
The food and service were ahead of my expectations. I really loved the environment of this place. Great spot to take my family out for lunch.
Cynthia Pyun
Always wonderful meals, perfectly prepared. Excellent staff and service. It is always a pleasure to dine here
Ben Collet
Knowledgeable staff, delicious plates, cozy upscale atmosphere. Try the pork chop polenta!
Jeff Hong
Wasn't overly impressed, the food was good but the service and ambiance wasn't up to par. Based on the price of the food, I was expecting more. Didn't see our server very much, it took a while to get our order, I asked for a dipping sauce for our appetizer which arrived long after the appetizer was finished, also she never checked on us after we were served. The bar was not in great shape, had allot of clutter and the bar tender seemed to be stretched thin and struggling to keep up with service.
Cian Robinson
Excellent service. Had the olive oil seared grouper, over a bed of smashed potatoes, with a red pepper puree and side of asparagus. Solid offering.
Mark Ghattas
Good atmosphere. Ordering at the bar was toooo slow. Waitress for dinner was excellent.
Robert Lynch
I simply enjoy their food. I always get great customer service here. The place is well organised and the workers are always super friendly. Would recommend to others.
Jaxton Hurst
They serve large dishes and for affordable rates. very nice owner. They never disappoint.
Suzanne Frey
Just stopped here for drinks with a friend. Aureliano, the bartender, is a national treasure. Go, visit him, and empower him to create. You won't be disappointed!
Ryan Castaneda
Had a very good experience here with my wife. The food came quickly and the customer service is just awesome. Prices are fair.
Bentlee Valdez
One of my favorite places to grab something to eat. very good location, always clean, and fantastic customer service. Highly recommended!
keiichiro Yoshida
"Awesome place. Always has been and it has hosted several of our families milestones. Host stand hospitality has gone down the tubes and the innovation behind the kitchen seems to be a bit lacking. Wish they would elevate the holiday brunch menu by serving some different items year after year.Still a great pick as always for the special occasion brunch."