Menu

If you're looking for a trendy, casual dining experience with a focus on fresh ingredients and flavorful dishes, look no further than Tender Greens. Located at Stanford Shopping Center in Palo Alto, this restaurant offers a variety of options for all dietary preferences, including vegan choices. From their signature grilled steak plate with garlic & herb marinade to the delicious chipotle barbecue chicken plate, each dish showcases the quality and creativity of the menu. Customers rave about the generous portions and well-seasoned meats, paired with creative salads and sides. With a laid-back atmosphere and friendly service, Tender Greens is a go-to spot for a satisfying and enjoyable meal.

specials

specials

japanese chicken curry

amazu-zuke (pickled radish), green onion, furikake, sushi rice

$15.95

tender burger plate

grilled 6oz beef patty (blend of chuck brisket and hanger), monterey jack cheese, bistro sauce, lettuce, pickles on sesame bun served with crispy potatoes.

$15.95

short rib

braised beef short rib, mashed potatoes, red wine shallot sauce, citrus gremolata, grilled broccolini

$20.95

halfpan bolognese

slow cooked pork bolognese, fusilli pasta, grated pecorino cheese (serves 5-7)

$57.45

bolognese family meal

serves 4; slow cooked pork bolognese, fusilli pasta, grated pecorino cheese, with your choice of one salad and one side

$64.30

mac & cheese

serves 4

$21.00

grilled steak family meal

serves 4; med rare (sliced), with your choice of one salad and one side

$69.95

grilled salmon family meal

serves 4; cooked medium, with your choice of one salad and one side

$73.45

grilled salt & pepper chicken family meal

serves 4; white and dark meat (sliced), with your choice of one salad and one side

$64.25

grilled chipotle bbq chicken family meal

serves 4; white and dark meat (sliced), with your choice of one salad and one side

$64.25

fried chx family meal

serves 4; country-style fried chicken, with your choice of one salad and one side

$70.15

tuna family meal

serves 4; grilled tuna with sea salt & herbs, with your choice of one salad and one side

$76.00

short rib family meal

serves 4; braised beef, with your choice of one salad and one side

$76.95

grilled flank steak

26 oz, sliced

$45.65

grilled salt & pepper chicken

26 oz, sliced

$39.80

grilled chipotle bbq chicken

26 oz, sliced

$39.80

grilled salmon

4pcs, cooked medium rare

$49.15

fried chx al la carte

serves 4; country-style fried chicken

$42.10

tuna a la carte

serves 4; grilled tuna with sea salt & herbs

$49.15

braised short rib

4pcs, braised

$53.80

romaine hearts

serves 4; parmesan, sourdough croutons, caesar dressing

$21.00

baby arugula

serves 4; parmesan, shaved fennel, lemon vinaigrette

$21.00

baby spinach

serves 4; Laura Chenel goat cheese, roasted almonds, cabernet vinaigrette

$21.00

seasonal vegetables

baby sweet peppers, frenchgreen beans, summer squash, green zucchini**subject to availability

$14.95

quart of roasted tomato soup

quart of roasted tomato soup topped with house-made croutons & fresh herb olive oil

$14.95

quart of rustic chicken soup

quart of rustic chicken soup with free-range chicken & locally sourced vegetables

$14.95

pasta pearls

serves 4

$21.00

farro salad

serves 4

$21.00

mashed potatoes

serves 4

$17.75

sweet potato mash

serves 4

$21.05

gravy

6 oz

$5.65

6 pack cookies

6 mini freshly baked chocolate chip cookies

$6.75

family meals

family meals

plates

plates

grilled steak plate

garlic & herb marinade. medium rare.

$19.95

grilled salmon plate

grilled medium with sea salt & herb oil

$19.95

grilled salt & pepper chicken plate

garlic & herb marinade

$19.35

grilled chipotle barbeque chicken plate

grilled with chipotle bbq

$19.35

country-style fried chicken

spiced buttermilk marinade; deep fried

$19.65

seared tuna plate

grilled with sea salt & herb oil

$19.95

baked falafel

baked + grilled chickpea fritters

$15.85

grilled shrimp plate

garlic & herb marinade

$19.95

seasonal vegetable plate

roasted with herb oil

$17.95

longevity bowl with grilled salmon

black lentils slow cooked with dried pears & fennel, roasted rainbow cauliflower and purple potatoes, arugula salad with pecorino cheese, smoked paprika lebni

$20.35

longevity bowl with roasted maitaike mushroom

black lentils slow cooked with dried pears & fennel, roasted rainbow cauliflower and purple potatoes, arugula salad with pecorino cheese, smoked paprika lebni

$18.25

bolognese pasta

slow cooked pork bolognese, fusilli pasta, grated pecorino cheese

$14.95

nonna's pasta (vegetarian)

slow cooked tomato sauce, fusilli pasta, grated pecorino cheese

$12.95

pacific bowl with katsu chicken

sushi rice, miso mayo, pickled cucumber, carrots, mizuna, sesame, ginger dressing

$18.95

pacific bowl with grilled salmon

sushi rice, miso mayo, pickled cucumber, carrots, mizuna, sesame, ginger dressing

$19.95

california bowl with chipotle bbq chicken

roasted corn salsa, cilantro lime brown rice, cabbage slaw, queso fresco, pepitas, lime crema

$18.95

california bowl with grilled salmon

roasted corn salsa, cilantro lime brown rice, cabbage slaw, queso fresco, pepitas, lime crema

$19.95

thai bowl with grilled steak

sushi rice, toasted coconut, green papaya, cabbage, tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers, thai basil, cilantro, pickled fresno peppers, thai chili vinaigrette

$20.45

thai bowl with grilled shrimp

sushi rice, toasted coconut, green papaya, cabbage, tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers, thai basil, cilantro, pickled fresno peppers, thai chili vinaigrette

$19.95

happier vegan with baked falafel

baked falafel, farro salad, hummus, pasta pearls, heirloom cherry tomatoes, baby lettuces, sunflower seed pesto, sherry vinaigrette

$17.95

bowls

bowls

sandwiches

sandwiches

tender burger

grilled 6oz beef patty (blend of chuck brisket and hanger), monterey jack cheese, bistro sauce, lettuce, pickles on sesame bun

$13.50

chicken pesto sandwich

chicken breast, provolone, preserved tomatoes, arugula, sunflower seed pesto, aioli, grilled Larder Bakery sourdough

$13.25

chipotle chicken sandwich

chipotle bbq chicken breast, spicy aioli, queso fresco, avocado, grilled Larder Bakery sourdough

$13.25

fried chicken sandwich

country-style fried chicken breast, cabbage slaw, pickles, maple glaze, miso mayo, sesame bun

$14.95

tomato mozzarella sandwich

diStefano mozzarella, preserved tomatoes, arugula, sunflower seed pesto, aioli, grilled Larder Bakery sourdough

$12.25

salami & provolone sandwich

salami, mortadella, provolone, sunflower seed pesto, giardiniera, aioli, grilled Larder Bakery sourdough

$12.65

avocado toast

avocado, lemon ricotta, queso fresco, pickled fresno peppers & onions, cilantro, grilled Larder Bakery sourdough

$10.95

salmon salad

miso mayo, pickled cucumber and onion, cherry tomatoes, avocado, papaya, cilantro, sesame seeds, gem lettuces, ginger dressing

$19.95

grilled chipotle bbq chicken salad

avocado, queso fresco, radish, green onions, crispy tortilla, cilantro, romaine, lime dressing

$19.35

harvest chicken

stone fruit, black berries, pistachios, goat cheese, caramelized onions, baby lettuces, golden balsamic vinaigrette

$19.95

grilled chicken cobb salad

Shafts blue cheese, bacon, egg, avocado, cherry tomatoes, romaine, tarragon dressing

$19.55

grilled mediterranean steak salad

feta, cherry tomatoes, pickled cucumbers, sweet peppers, olives, red gem lettuces, arugula, lemon vinaigrette

$19.95

seared tuna nicoise salad

cherry tomatoes, roasted fingerling potatoes, capers, french green beans, egg, olives, Babe Farms baby greens, sherry vinaigrette

$19.95

italian chop

salami, mortadella, provolone, pecorino cheese, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, onions, basil, pepperoncini, radicchio, red gem lettuce, roasted tomato vinaigrette

$18.45

salads

salads

soups

soups

cup - roasted tomato

sourdough croutons & basil oil

$7.45

bowl - roasted tomato

sourdough croutons & basil oil

$11.95

cup - rustic chicken

potato, carrot, celery, leek, thyme

$7.45

bowl - rustic chicken

potato, carrot, celery, leek, thyme

$11.95

cup - green pozole

shredded chicken, hominy, tomatillos, onions, cabbage, radish, cilantro

$7.45

bowl - green pozole

shredded chicken, hominy, tomatillos, onions, cabbage, radish, cilantro

$11.95

kids mac & cheese

fusilli, parmesan, cheddar, and mozzarella cheese. served with fruit and bread, water and/or juice box.

$8.95

kids bolognese

slow cooked pork bolognese, fusilli pasta, and grated pecorino cheese. served with fruit and bread, water and/or juice box.

$7.85

kids nonna's pasta (vegetarian)

slow cooked tomato sauce, fusilli pasta and grated pecroino cheese. served with fruit and bread, water and/or juice box.

$7.85

kids grilled steak

grilled steak served with fruit and mashed potatoes, water and/or juice box.

$8.95

kids grilled salt & pepper chicken

salt & pepper chicken served with fruit and mashed potatoes, water and/or juice box.

$8.95

kids fried chicken

fried chicken served with fruit and mashed potatoes, water and/or juice box.

$8.95

kids grilled cheese

grilled cheese served with fruit and mashed potatoes, water and/or juice box.

$8.95

kid plates

kid plates

sides

sides

bolognese sauce

12oz side of slow cooked pork bolognese (sauce only)

$12.25

brown rice

organic brown rice seasoned with lime, scallions & cilantro

$6.35

sushi rice

$6.35

maitake mushroom

roasted maitake mushrooms

$12.25

pasta pearl salad

sunflower seed pesto, green beans, pecorino cheese, sherry vinaigrette

$6.35

crispy potatoes

$6.35

roasted potatoes

$6.35

grilled steak

garlic & herb marinade; cooked medium rare

$10.65

seared tuna

grilled rare with sea salt & herb oil

$11.35

grilled shrimp

chili flakes, garlic & herb marinade

$11.35

burger patty

$6.95

baby arugula salad

parmesan, shaved fennel, lemon vinaigrette

$6.35

baby greens salad

localy sourced baby lettuces with our sherry vinaigrette

$6.35

baby spinach salad

Laura Chenel goat cheese, roasted almonds, cabernet vinaigrette

$6.35

romaine hearts salad

parmesan, sourdough croutons, caesar dressing

$6.35

side salads

side salads

desserts

desserts

apple cobbler

$5.75

chocolate chip cookie

freshly baked chocolate chip cookie

$4.95

olive oil cake

olive oil cake dusted with powdered sugar

$4.55

salted caramel cookie

$4.95

carrot cake

carrot cupcake with a cream cheese frosting

$4.55

flourless chocolate lava cake

$4.55

diet coke

12 oz Diet Coke Can

$3.25

mint lemonade drink

freshly squeezed lemonade with chopped mint

$3.95

watermelon agua fresca

$3.95

hibiscus tea drink

freshly brewed & lightly sweetened hibiscus flower iced tea

$3.95

the greens drink

our house-made green juice with spinach, kale, cucumber, green apple, ginger, & celery

$5.95

black iced tea drink

$3.85

green iced tea drink

$3.85

Proud Source Still Water

$3.35

Proud Source Sparkling Water

$3.35

Verve Flash Brew

$4.65

bottle water

$1.75

drinks

drinks

chips

chips

sea salt chips

Uglies premium kettle cooked sea salt potato chips 2 oz

$3.75

barbecue

Uglies premium kettle cooked barbeque potato chips 2 oz

$3.75

salt and vinegar

Uglies premium kettle cooked salt & vinegar potato chips 2 oz

$3.75

add on utensils/plates/napkins

$0.00

paper supplies

paper supplies