Saint Michael's Alley

Our Menus

WINTER MENU

WE ARE OPEN FOR TAKE-OUT AND LOCAL DELIVERY!

Tuesday- Sunday 4:30-7:30

ENJOY OUR WINTER TAKE-OUT MENU!
Wine Bottles to-go are 50% off!
Cocktails also available to go

SMALL

ahi tuna tartar, ginger & yuzu 19-

roasted beets & avocado, wakame

(DF)

harissa roasted brussel sprouts 14-

roasted shallots, preserved lemon aioli

crispy pork belly 16-

gochujang & vinaigrette and pickled vegetables

(DF)

kale salad, toasted pine nuts asiago 13-

shaved radish, mustard-caper dressing

+ chicken breast 9-

+ salmon 11-

caesar salad 12-

romaine lettuce, caesar dressing, garlic herb croutons

+ chicken breast 9-

+ salmon 11-

soup of the day 10-

DRINK

all drinks are available to go!

wine bottles -50% off

'rocket' mule drink package (6 drinks) 39-

375ml bottle of 'rocket' vodka

two 12oz bottles of 'Cock 'n Bull' ginger beer

homespun infusion of fresh lime juice and a dash of organic apple juice

MAIN

rigatoni pomodoro 24-

garlic, chili flakes, basil, heirloom tomatoes, parmesan*

(V,DF*)

grilled skirt steak, chimichurri 35-

roasted spaghetti squash, arugula

(DF)

chicken pot pie with spring peas and carrots 26-

no cream, same great puff pastry, and gruyere crust

sea bass, sweet potato-yam mash 38-

roasted fennel, smoked paprika-chorizo vinaigrette

(GF)

roasted lamb loin, pomegranate syrup 38-

labneh*, za’atar roasted carrots, spinach

(DF*)

roasted and grilled vegetable plate 24-

herb oil, tomatoes, onions, squash, endive, eggplant

(V, DF, GF)

+ chicken breast 9-

+ salmon 11-

sautéed salmon, roasted shallot cream 35-

wild mushrooms, yukon golds, rainbow chard

(GF)

red curry roasted duck breast, curry-coconut sauce 35-

sauteed asian greens, purple potatoes

(DF, GF)

SIDE

roasted spaghetti squash, brown butter 9-

(V,GF)

wild mushrooms, sherry vinegar 9-

(GF,DF,V)

za’atar roasted heirloom carrots, labneh* 9-

(DF*,GF,V)

sautéed greens with garlic and chilies 9-

(GF,DF,V)

SWEET

'namesake' cheesecake 9-

papaya and mint

sticky toffee pudding 9-

butterscotch sauce, whipped cream

chocolate mousse torte 9-

creme anglaise, whipped cream

lemon tart 9-

berry sauce and whipped cream

Wine To Go

50% Discount off on all bottles to go!

This is just some of our wines, some of our favorites. Our prices for bottles to go are 50% off of prices shown. Definitely a bargain. All wines on our list that are less than $100 are 50% off to-go!

Wines

50% OFF TO-GO!

Kathryn Kennedy Sauvignon Blanc

California

$42 => 21

J Brut

Russian River

$55 => 27.50

Tangent Sauvignon Blanc

1/2 bottle in a CAN! 8- (already discounted)

Acrobat Pinot Noir

1/2 bottle in a CAN! 8- (already discounted)

J Pinot Gris

California

$26 => 13

Groth Sauvignon Blanc

Napa Valley

$42 => 21

Hafner Chardonnay

Alexander Valley

$42 => 21

Woodside Chardonnay

Santa Cruz Mountains

$48 => 24

Stuhlmuller Chardonnay

Alexander Valley

$45 => 22.50

Cannonball Chardonnay

Sonoma County

$33 => 16.50

Martella Grenache

Santa Cruz Mountains

$58 => 29

Tate Dog Pinot Noir

Carneros

$59 => 29.50

Morgan Pinot Noir

Santa Lucia Highlands

$44 => 22

Patz & Hall Pinot Noir

Sonoma Coast

$75 => 37.50

Testarossa Pinot Noir

Santa Lucia Highlands

$58 =. 29

Hale Mary Pinot Noir

Russian River

$69 => 34.5

Kathryn Kennedy Lateral

Napa Valley

$64 => 32

Ridge Three Valley Zinfandel

Sonoma

$60 => 30

Cannonball Cabernet

1/2 Bottle

$17 => 8.50

Juliette Avril

Chateauneuf-Du-Pape

$56 => 28

Rosati Family Cabernet

$75 => 37.50

Hafner Cabernet

Alexander Valley

$69 => 34.50

Frank Family Cabernet

Napa Valley

$98 => 49

Photos

Some Recent Photos

Entrance

at 140 Homer Ave.

Lamb Chops

Modern Comfort Food

Hillary Clinton at St. Mikes

Table Setting

The back dining room.

Spinach and Asparagus Salad

Modern Comfort Food

Bill Clinton at St. Mikes

Private Events

at the Annex

Bar

The main bar at
140 Homer Ave.

Seared Sea Scallops

Outside Patio

at 140 Homer Ave.

Asian Meatbals

at 140 Homer Ave.

Dining Room

at 140 Homer Ave.

Dining Room

at 140 Homer Ave.

Prosciuto-wrapped Salmon Filet

Private Dining

In the back dining room.

Mussels

Our History

We've been around a while

St. Michael's Alley was founded in 1959 by Vernon Gates. It was the first coffee house on the peninsula and was named for the the alley in London which is home to its first coffeehouse, founded in 1652. St. Mike's bohemian atmosphere attracted many from the beatnick era and helped launch the careers of famous musicians and writers including the Grateful Dead, Joan Baez, Grayce Slick, Ken Kesey, Robert Hunter, and Jefferson Airplane. Vernon retired in 1993 and sold the restaurant to the current owners, Jenny Youll and Mike Sabina.

A new location, one block away, was opened in March 2009 at 140 Homer Ave. This larger space has a separate full bar, outdoor seating, and an intimate dining room. Jenny and Mike spent 3 years designing and building the new St. Mike's, with Mike acting as draftsman, architect, engineer, general contractor and carpenter.

"...if there's any justice in this world, St. Michael's Alley will be filled to the rafters from now on."

"Mike Sabina and Jenny Youll's St. Michael's Alley is a glorious reinvention of itself."

"It's a restaurant that fits—heart, soul and food—into its time and place."

"St. Michael's Alley lures with stylish surroundings, excels with satisfying, earthy cuisine"

Private Events

From Large Parties to Private Dining

SEMI-PRIVATE - UP TO 20

At our primary location on Homer Avenue we offer a semi-private dining space that can accommodate up to 20 guests. This dining area is separated from the other half of the dining room by a heavy, fabric curtain.

The food and beverage minimums to reserve this space range from $2,100-$2,800, plus sales tax and gratuity (20%). If the minimum is not met, the difference is considered a room fee.

SEMI-PRIVATE - UP TO 26

At our primary location on Homer Avenue we offer a semi-private dining space that can accommodate up to 26 guests. This dining area is separated from the other half of the dining room by a heavy, fabric curtain.

The food and beverage minimums to reserve this space range from $2,800-$4,000, plus sales tax and gratuity (20%). If the minimum is not met, the difference is considered a room fee.

LARGE RESERVATIONS

(10-16 GUESTS)

We do our best to accommadate reservations of all sizes, however given the intimate size of our dining room, it is sometimes difficult to accommodate larger parties. One options is to reserve a table in the front room/bar area where we are able to put several tables together. Large groups are subject to a per person minimum.

"...if there's any justice in this world, St. Michael's Alley will be filled to the rafters from now on."

"Mike Sabina and Jenny Youll's St. Michael's Alley is a glorious reinvention of itself."

"It's a restaurant that fits—heart, soul and food—into its time and place."

"St. Michael's Alley lures with stylish surroundings, excels with satisfying, earthy cuisine"

Hours

Brunch: Saturday-Sunday, 10:00am-2pm

Lunch: Tuesday-Friday, 11:30am-2pm

Dinner: Tuesday-Saturday, 5:30pm-close

140 Homer Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94301

Reservations

Please call for Reservations (650) 326-2530