Eylan

Indian restaurant · Menlo Park

Eylan

Indian restaurant · Menlo Park

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500 El Camino Real Suite 101, Menlo Park, CA 94025

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Experience a vibrant blend of Cal-Indian flavors at Eylan, where wood-fired dishes and creative breads come together in a cozy, thoughtfully designed space.  

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500 El Camino Real Suite 101, Menlo Park, CA 94025 Get directions

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500 El Camino Real Suite 101, Menlo Park, CA 94025 Get directions

+1 650 420 6866
eylanrestaurant.com
@eylanrestaurant

$$$$$$$

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Mar 4, 2025

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"Eylan is a restaurant featuring live-fire Indian cooking influenced by Chef Srijith Gopinathan's 20 years in the Bay Area, offering a menu with nontraditional dishes and a unique dining experience." - Dianne de Guzman

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"Live-fire Indian restaurant featuring dishes like grilled sea bream and nontraditional butter chicken." - Dianne de Guzman

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Anandita Sharma

Google
I had a truly delightful experience today! From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed by the most polite and gracious hosts. I had initially owed them an apology for my first comment about their new opening, but they handled it with such calmness and appreciation. Our dining experience was exceptional. We were escorted to our table, where our server, Suzanna, provided outstanding service. She was incredibly warm, always smiling, and gave us excellent vegetarian recommendations. Every dish she suggested was a hit! We absolutely loved the buttermilk pani puri, BBQ mushrooms, and the flavorful cabbage dish served with romali roti. I only wish they had jackfruit biryani on the menu for vegetarians! Beyond the food, the restaurant itself was impeccably clean and elegantly designed. It’s a perfect spot for a refined and enjoyable dining experience.

Bhanusri Sridharan

Google
Came to check out this new restaurant for my husband's birthday dinner. Being the sister restaurant of well known Ettan & Copra, we were indeed very excited for our meal here. Of course, we were also excited to check out what they have brought in terms of decor to this new establishment, as the decor at their other 2 restaurants is quite exceptional. This one didn't disappoint us. My only complaint though was the lighting was way too low. We got the bellweather farm ricotta, celeriac & pineapple kebab, chicken yakhni pulao and the Indian milk cake ice cream. The ricotta dish was decent. Pineapple kebab was outstanding with the tandoor char and the sauce it came in. The chicken in the yakhni pulao was cooked very soft and tender. But, I don't know if $32 justifies that quantity. They gave the condiments for only half of a small vessel. When we ran out of raita, we asked for some more and they said there will be an extra charge for it, which I felt isn't the right thing for them to do. The milk cake ice cream was wonderful, definitely try it. Our server Daisy gave exceptional service. They also gave a small mango sorbet with a candle knowing that it's my husband's birthday. Overall it was a good experience, would love to come back again for another occasion to try other dishes on the menu.

Aryan

Google
This place represents every outstanding characteristic of fine dining. From the moment we stepped in to the final bite of dessert, every aspect of this restaurant seemed to outdo itself over and over. Food: Genuinely, one of the best Indian fine-dining restaurants I’ve been to and definitely the most creative. Stand outs: Lamb Seekh Kebab (ordered it twice) Cured Hamachi (so unexpected from Indian restaurant but better than most Japanese places that specialize in it) Chicken Karaage Mushroom Trumpet Squash Blossom Service: Suzanna and Shane were phenomenal hosts and treated every member at the table like family. Extremely thorough with their explanation of the menu and provided great food and wine recommendations. Ambience: Beautifully decorated interior that blended the traditional murals and paintings on the walls with the modern seating and trees in the center. Fantastic place for celebrations or just an out-of-world gastronomic experience.

sahil jain

Google
The food was great, tried the vegetarian options on the menu, the hispi cabbage and achari mushrooms was amazing. The house cocktails were strong but small. Being a high end indian cal restaurant, the timing of food coming out could have been better and more properly paced. felt a bit rushed and pushy The interiors were amazing and felt outdoorsy while being indoors. You can tell there is a lot of thought put into each dish, thank you!

TG

Google
Ok, hands down, the food is incredible!!! Every dish was spectacular. Highly recommended. Service was great too. The kebabs, squash blossom main and frozen srikhand were great.

Mohit Goenka

Google
Eylan was a great experience for us. The food was delicious and so was the service. We ordered Panni Puri, Chaat, Trumpet Mushroom and a few other dishes. The dessets were also great. Portion size is small which gives the opportunity to try more dishes. I would recommend this restaurant. Note that their pricing is high and it may be a little bit difficult to justify the cost, regardless of how tasty the food is.

Rajeev Gupta

Google
TLDR: decent food at above-average prices in a crowded & noisy space with fast & friendly (& overwhelmed) service in a strange location. Location: Followed Google maps to a rather desolate underground parking lot. Got into elevator and saw "Restaurant - 2nd floor" but the 2nd floor was maze of hallways filled with construction. Got back on elevator and saw "Eylan - 1st floor" (my bad!). Got out on 1st and again there was no sign or person in sight. Saw a closed door and went in, and suddenly the restaurant opened up. The entire building complex was deserted, and there seems to be no good access from street level (we went out to the plaza after dinner, and found the building doors locked behind us!). All in all, the location creeped us out a bit... Interior: The space is much smaller that Copra or Ettan, decor is quite busy (much like Copra), lights are very muted (hard to read the menu), seating is quite informal, noise level was extremely high (couldn't even hear our server!). Not my favorite... Service: Aisha took a while to get to us, but once she did, she was very efficient and friendly. Despite the busyness, she was able to check on us and serve us on time. Food came quickly (drinks not so much). One order got mixed up (they comped it). Still working out the kinks... Drinks: Quite underwhelming, given the price point ($20+). Flavors were not very balanced and presentation was quite bland. Bazaar Paloma and Companion were the best of the lot. Techies & Lady Marmalade were too sweet, Bombay Green & First Order tasted very mild. Food: More misses than hits: Good - Chaas puchka, Crispy chicken, Whole sea bream, Shaved Rose Lassi Meh - Squah & Pear salad, Taro chaat, Eylan Eye, Sweet Potato mutabar, Flaxseed Poee, Lamb seekh, Celeriac kebab, Chai Sundae, Frozen Srikhand Breads were especially disappointing - priced high but felt quite ordinary. Didn't help that they messed up the Mutabar order! Sea bream was impressive (skin was a bit too crispy) but kebabs were served in a weird chili oil that put me off. Shave Rose Lassi was an excellent dessert (light & flaky) but Chai Sundae was too cinnamony and Frozen Shrikhand had too much mango flavor. For $100+ a pop, one would expect a more elevated experience which this did not live up to...

Tom Searfoss

Google
Eylan has only been open for a week, but they ran the place like it's been there for much longer! Ayusha walked us through the menu & was a great waitress! Food was great, we decided on the hamachi, taro, Saag & hen dishes with the rose dessert. The blend of flavors emphasized the spices used which gave it a distinct flair of Indian flavor. The Saag dish was our favorite of the night by far. The only thing preventing 5 stars on the food was some of the mixes and choices to carry the flavors. The cuisine was described as Cali-Indian, and leaned to the Cali side for dishes like the Hamachi (which was delicious but the most out of place flavor profile-wise). The Taro dish was also layered on chips, which ended up soggy because of all the things packed between them. Again - delicious flavors, but the texture was slightly off. Price point was decent for the amount of food, care for the dishes, presentation, and of course the service. Their custom cocktails didn't disappoint, and I would recommend checking Eylan out!

Priya M.

Yelp
Amazing food and service! So glad to get reservations for opening week Desserts are also very unique :) must try

Hemant D.

Yelp
Had dinner here yesterday. It was an average experience. Not sure if we will return. Not many options for vegetarians For drinks, we ordered the Tamarind drink which was really good and Nero red wine which was ok. For appetizer we ordered the Kebab which was good and Yoghurt chaat which was ok For main course we ordered the King oyster mushrooms which were truly really good. The patch palak was below average. The breads we got were Lachha paratha and dry fruit stuffed naan and they were drenched in butter, below average. Our server Ayesha was really nice and efficient.

Carson M.

Yelp
Great restaurant and my favorite out of Ettan & Copra. Note: my review is very fish and meat focused (not vegetarian). If you are a fan of wood-fired dishes, you will love Eylan. The location of Eylan is better than Copra, in my opinion. Ettan's dishes were also not as well prepared as Eylan's. Lastly, the interior of Eylan seems a bit more trendy and nice compared to Ettan (comparable to Copra but more tight knit/smaller place overall). Parking at the restaurant is very easy. There is a parking garage (careful if you have a low car as the slope is steep) directly underneath the restaurant with an elevator that you can take to the first floor. Eylan will be the big door right after you step out of the elevator. We had a reservation at 5pm and were seated immediately. Service was great! Table was cleaned and dishes cleared after almost every dish. Water was also refilled very promptly. Drink: Techies, Guns & Money (4/5) this drink was made like an old fashioned and was definitely on the stronger side. I don't typically like old fashions but there was a pandan leaf on it that helped bring a slight nuttiness to the drink. Appetizers were both 5/5! Crispy chicken - very nicely fried. Crispy/crunchy yet the batter still felt light when you chewed it. The chicken was very soft and could have been pieced up using a fork. The house chili aioli paired very well and wasn't insanely spicy but gave a good kick and spice. Hamachi - very surprised with this dish. Hamachi was very fresh. The masala buttermilk gave a slight creaminess to the hamachi, which paired well with the crunchiness of the sesame leaf pakoda. The leaf itself didn't have a strong taste but it was a great crispy vessel for the hamachi. Bread: we opted for the Eylan Eye (3.5/5) which was a disappointment when eaten by itself. The bread was soft and a little flaky, but I did not taste any truffle. For $28, I would not order this again. Even though the taste wasn't all there, when the bread was combined with the crispy chicken, it was quite nice. I would opt for one of the cheaper bread options next time. Wood Fire Grill: Chicken and lamb kebab: (4.5/5) again, the chicken was even softer than the crispy chicken and had a slight char/crisp to the edges. Tasty, especially with the masala on the side. The lamb had a nice chili ghee at the bottom of the plate which was not spicy but did give a hint of spiced flavor to the lamb. I actually think the lamb had slightly more spice and flavor to it than the chicken. The lamb could easily be separated with a fork as well - very tender. I wish we would have got extra bread or some sort of carb to balance out the richness of the chicken and lamb. Black cod - (4.5/5) nicely cooked and came apart easily with a fork or knife. Some parts of the skin were slightly over salted, but once you got past that, it was great. The curry sauce came on the side so you could pour it over your rice and fish. It was a lighter curry in my opinion but it worked well with the lightness of the cod. The entire dish felt very clean and not rich. Dessert - Masala Sundae (5/5) great dessert that had a great mix of crunch, sweetness, and softness from the ghee cake. It was not overly sweet at all and the chai wasn't too overbearing (I don't typically like chai). This was a great way to end the meal!

J G.

Yelp
Had a wonderful dinner opening night with friends. The service was very friendly and attentive. The decor is just as beautiful as their other restaurants. The food came out quickly and here were a few of my favorites! Small bites: Fried chicken Taro root vegan dish Mains: King trumpet mushrooms Black cod Cornish Hen Desserts: Milk ice cream I had the two fruity mocktails which were also delicious. Will definitely be back again soon.

Mary Anne B.

Yelp
Great service (already!), super-tasty original cocktails and dishes and beautiful space that will hopefully be an anchor for future businesses. Come prepared to share and don't miss the mutabar bread with crab rolled into it, the hamachi and crispy chicken appetizers and the sea bream. The depth of flavor in all of the accompanying sauces was a wow.

Aditya S.

Yelp
Eylan offers an immersive journey into the flavors of northern India. From the moment you step inside, the atmosphere sets the tone: a warm blend of modern décor and traditional touches that evoke the rich history and vibrant culture of India. The food was delicious. We had the Bellweather farm ricotta and the crispy chicken for starters. For mains we had the anar chicken kebab, lamb seekh kebab and trumpet mushrooms, yakhni pulao and sea bream. I highly recommend all of these dishes. We chose rose shaved lassi as our desert and it was a fan favorite!

Deep V.

Yelp
Stepping into Eylan is like entering a sophisticated yet warm and inviting space. The true magic, however, unfolds on the plate. The menu showcases innovative dishes that artfully reimagine classic Indian flavors using contemporary techniques. We began with two exceptional kebab variations. The Ricotta Dahi Kebab were light, airy, and bursting with flavor. The grilled Celeriac and Pineapple Kebab, however, was a true revelation; I didn't know vegetarian kebabs could taste so wonderfully complex and satisfying. I'll definitely be ordering them again. The Charred Black Cod, my main course, was cooked to absolute perfection. The well-crafted cocktails and innovative desserts were equally impressive. The highlight of the dessert menu was the chef's inspired take on a classic Indian dessert, Frozen Shrikhand. It literally melted in my mouth, providing the perfect finale to an exceptional meal. Dinner at Eylan was a truly memorable experience and a testament to chef's culinary genius.

Sam C.

Yelp
We were craving to get a reservation for 2 but unfortunately it seems like they aren't accepting any online reservations at the moment. So we thought to walk in instead as my friend suggested and that worked out. What we understood after reaching out there was they blocked some online reservations for the 1st week since it's an opening also that they can provide smooth service. Manager named shane took care of us through the dinner and kept checking on us. Kudos to him Coming to the food we have tried their 1. Eylan crispy chicken (best) 2. Lamb seek kebab (super soft and juicy) 3. Eylan eye with black truffle (yumm) 4. Black cod ( 6 stars if there was one like that) 5. Whole Seabreem Excellent service, ambience and awesome food over all Will definitely be back and recommend to friends as we love chef sir's food and wosh him all the best

Piya B.

Yelp
What a delightful experience.....the food and service were top notch....as someone with not the best parking Karma, their underground parking leading to the restaurant directly was the cherry on the cake especially on chilly days. Daisy the ace server as always does not fail to impress. Overall a true blue Srijith experience.....so far would highly recommend!

Poonam G.

Yelp
Everything from the drinks, food and service was gr8 !! It's a nice cozy place compared to Ettan and Copra but had a nice vibe to it !! Our server Daisy recommended a couple drinks and dishes and they were awesome!! So was the Rose lassi shave dessert !! Light and so refreshing as well. Since we were too stuffed with the fish and rest of the appetizers we tried Good job Ms Thapar once again

Vandana K.

Yelp
Chef Sri's food is like a treat for the soul! We tried so many dishes and each was exquisite...special mention of the pomegranate chicken, sea bream cooked over wood fire grill and rose shaved lassi (absolute must!). This restaurant is now one of our most favorite and we just booked a table for our next date night!