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

japanese chicken curry
amazu-zuke (pickled radish), green onion, furikake, sushi rice
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.
short rib
braised beef short rib, mashed potatoes, red wine shallot sauce, citrus gremolata, grilled broccolini
halfpan bolognese
slow cooked pork bolognese, fusilli pasta, grated pecorino cheese (serves 5-7)
bolognese family meal
serves 4; slow cooked pork bolognese, fusilli pasta, grated pecorino cheese, with your choice of one salad and one side
mac & cheese
serves 4
grilled steak family meal
serves 4; med rare (sliced), with your choice of one salad and one side
grilled salmon family meal
serves 4; cooked medium, with your choice of one salad and one side
grilled salt & pepper chicken family meal
serves 4; white and dark meat (sliced), with your choice of one salad and one side
grilled chipotle bbq chicken family meal
serves 4; white and dark meat (sliced), with your choice of one salad and one side
fried chx family meal
serves 4; country-style fried chicken, with your choice of one salad and one side
tuna family meal
serves 4; grilled tuna with sea salt & herbs, with your choice of one salad and one side
short rib family meal
serves 4; braised beef, with your choice of one salad and one side
grilled flank steak
26 oz, sliced
grilled salt & pepper chicken
26 oz, sliced
grilled chipotle bbq chicken
26 oz, sliced
grilled salmon
4pcs, cooked medium rare
fried chx al la carte
serves 4; country-style fried chicken
tuna a la carte
serves 4; grilled tuna with sea salt & herbs
braised short rib
4pcs, braised
romaine hearts
serves 4; parmesan, sourdough croutons, caesar dressing
baby arugula
serves 4; parmesan, shaved fennel, lemon vinaigrette
baby spinach
serves 4; Laura Chenel goat cheese, roasted almonds, cabernet vinaigrette
seasonal vegetables
baby sweet peppers, frenchgreen beans, summer squash, green zucchini**subject to availability
quart of roasted tomato soup
quart of roasted tomato soup topped with house-made croutons & fresh herb olive oil
quart of rustic chicken soup
quart of rustic chicken soup with free-range chicken & locally sourced vegetables
pasta pearls
serves 4
farro salad
serves 4
mashed potatoes
serves 4
sweet potato mash
serves 4
gravy
6 oz
6 pack cookies
6 mini freshly baked chocolate chip cookies
family meals

plates

grilled steak plate
garlic & herb marinade. medium rare.
grilled salmon plate
grilled medium with sea salt & herb oil
grilled salt & pepper chicken plate
garlic & herb marinade
grilled chipotle barbeque chicken plate
grilled with chipotle bbq
country-style fried chicken
spiced buttermilk marinade; deep fried
seared tuna plate
grilled with sea salt & herb oil
baked falafel
baked + grilled chickpea fritters
grilled shrimp plate
garlic & herb marinade
seasonal vegetable plate
roasted with herb oil
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
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
bolognese pasta
slow cooked pork bolognese, fusilli pasta, grated pecorino cheese
nonna's pasta (vegetarian)
slow cooked tomato sauce, fusilli pasta, grated pecorino cheese
pacific bowl with katsu chicken
sushi rice, miso mayo, pickled cucumber, carrots, mizuna, sesame, ginger dressing
pacific bowl with grilled salmon
sushi rice, miso mayo, pickled cucumber, carrots, mizuna, sesame, ginger dressing
california bowl with chipotle bbq chicken
roasted corn salsa, cilantro lime brown rice, cabbage slaw, queso fresco, pepitas, lime crema
california bowl with grilled salmon
roasted corn salsa, cilantro lime brown rice, cabbage slaw, queso fresco, pepitas, lime crema
thai bowl with grilled steak
sushi rice, toasted coconut, green papaya, cabbage, tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers, thai basil, cilantro, pickled fresno peppers, thai chili vinaigrette
thai bowl with grilled shrimp
sushi rice, toasted coconut, green papaya, cabbage, tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers, thai basil, cilantro, pickled fresno peppers, thai chili vinaigrette
happier vegan with baked falafel
baked falafel, farro salad, hummus, pasta pearls, heirloom cherry tomatoes, baby lettuces, sunflower seed pesto, sherry vinaigrette
bowls

sandwiches

tender burger
grilled 6oz beef patty (blend of chuck brisket and hanger), monterey jack cheese, bistro sauce, lettuce, pickles on sesame bun
chicken pesto sandwich
chicken breast, provolone, preserved tomatoes, arugula, sunflower seed pesto, aioli, grilled Larder Bakery sourdough
chipotle chicken sandwich
chipotle bbq chicken breast, spicy aioli, queso fresco, avocado, grilled Larder Bakery sourdough
fried chicken sandwich
country-style fried chicken breast, cabbage slaw, pickles, maple glaze, miso mayo, sesame bun
tomato mozzarella sandwich
diStefano mozzarella, preserved tomatoes, arugula, sunflower seed pesto, aioli, grilled Larder Bakery sourdough
salami & provolone sandwich
salami, mortadella, provolone, sunflower seed pesto, giardiniera, aioli, grilled Larder Bakery sourdough
avocado toast
avocado, lemon ricotta, queso fresco, pickled fresno peppers & onions, cilantro, grilled Larder Bakery sourdough
salmon salad
miso mayo, pickled cucumber and onion, cherry tomatoes, avocado, papaya, cilantro, sesame seeds, gem lettuces, ginger dressing
grilled chipotle bbq chicken salad
avocado, queso fresco, radish, green onions, crispy tortilla, cilantro, romaine, lime dressing
harvest chicken
stone fruit, black berries, pistachios, goat cheese, caramelized onions, baby lettuces, golden balsamic vinaigrette
grilled chicken cobb salad
Shafts blue cheese, bacon, egg, avocado, cherry tomatoes, romaine, tarragon dressing
grilled mediterranean steak salad
feta, cherry tomatoes, pickled cucumbers, sweet peppers, olives, red gem lettuces, arugula, lemon vinaigrette
seared tuna nicoise salad
cherry tomatoes, roasted fingerling potatoes, capers, french green beans, egg, olives, Babe Farms baby greens, sherry vinaigrette
italian chop
salami, mortadella, provolone, pecorino cheese, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, onions, basil, pepperoncini, radicchio, red gem lettuce, roasted tomato vinaigrette
salads

soups

cup - roasted tomato
sourdough croutons & basil oil
bowl - roasted tomato
sourdough croutons & basil oil
cup - rustic chicken
potato, carrot, celery, leek, thyme
bowl - rustic chicken
potato, carrot, celery, leek, thyme
cup - green pozole
shredded chicken, hominy, tomatillos, onions, cabbage, radish, cilantro
bowl - green pozole
shredded chicken, hominy, tomatillos, onions, cabbage, radish, cilantro
kids mac & cheese
fusilli, parmesan, cheddar, and mozzarella cheese. served with fruit and bread, water and/or juice box.
kids bolognese
slow cooked pork bolognese, fusilli pasta, and grated pecorino cheese. served with fruit and bread, water and/or juice box.
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.
kids grilled steak
grilled steak served with fruit and mashed potatoes, water and/or juice box.
kids grilled salt & pepper chicken
salt & pepper chicken served with fruit and mashed potatoes, water and/or juice box.
kids fried chicken
fried chicken served with fruit and mashed potatoes, water and/or juice box.
kids grilled cheese
grilled cheese served with fruit and mashed potatoes, water and/or juice box.
kid plates

sides

bolognese sauce
12oz side of slow cooked pork bolognese (sauce only)
brown rice
organic brown rice seasoned with lime, scallions & cilantro
sushi rice
maitake mushroom
roasted maitake mushrooms
pasta pearl salad
sunflower seed pesto, green beans, pecorino cheese, sherry vinaigrette
crispy potatoes
roasted potatoes
grilled steak
garlic & herb marinade; cooked medium rare
seared tuna
grilled rare with sea salt & herb oil
grilled shrimp
chili flakes, garlic & herb marinade
burger patty
baby arugula salad
parmesan, shaved fennel, lemon vinaigrette
baby greens salad
localy sourced baby lettuces with our sherry vinaigrette
baby spinach salad
Laura Chenel goat cheese, roasted almonds, cabernet vinaigrette
romaine hearts salad
parmesan, sourdough croutons, caesar dressing
side salads

desserts

apple cobbler
chocolate chip cookie
freshly baked chocolate chip cookie
olive oil cake
olive oil cake dusted with powdered sugar
salted caramel cookie
carrot cake
carrot cupcake with a cream cheese frosting
flourless chocolate lava cake
diet coke
12 oz Diet Coke Can
mint lemonade drink
freshly squeezed lemonade with chopped mint
watermelon agua fresca
hibiscus tea drink
freshly brewed & lightly sweetened hibiscus flower iced tea
the greens drink
our house-made green juice with spinach, kale, cucumber, green apple, ginger, & celery
black iced tea drink
green iced tea drink
Proud Source Still Water
Proud Source Sparkling Water
Verve Flash Brew
bottle water
drinks

chips

sea salt chips
Uglies premium kettle cooked sea salt potato chips 2 oz
barbecue
Uglies premium kettle cooked barbeque potato chips 2 oz
salt and vinegar
Uglies premium kettle cooked salt & vinegar potato chips 2 oz
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