FLAGSHIP
ETTAN
EST. 2020 | Palo Alto, CA
Ettan, meaning "breath" in Sanskrit, opened in downtown Palo Alto in February 2020, pioneering Cal-Indian cuisine that surveys regional classics across India and seamlessly blends those with California's seasonal ingredients. Housed in a design-forward bi-level dining space, the concept reimagines Indian cuisine through a modern, globally-informed lens.
Named a Michelin Guide California New Discovery in 2021, Ettan has been listed in the Guide since. The restaurant was featured on the San Francisco Chronicle's "Top 100 Restaurants in the Bay Area" and profiled by Architectural Digest, Robb Report, Eater, and The Mercury News, among others.
VISION
To redefine the Indian dining experience by blending the depth of indian flavors with California’s fresh ingredients balancing eastern sensibilities with western expression through an international design aesthetic.
FOOD
Flagship expression of Cal-Indian cuisine. Flavors from the sub continent interpreted through Californian seasonality.
DRINKS
A Cal-Indian bar program where native spices, seasonal produce, and craft spirits come together in layered, expressive cocktails.
DECOR
An immersive, design-forward space where artisanal details, lush greenery, and modern lines reinterpret the spirit of India.
THE RECORD
Michelin Guide California
Consecutive Recognition
A rare distinction honoring the bar team’s
James Beard Foundation
Back-to-Back Semifinalist
Recognized for providing "exceptionally good food" and high value within its first year of operation
SF Chronicle
Top 100 Restaurants in the Bay Area
Named a top debut for its "wood-fired" evolution of the Cal-Indian culinary story.
Architectural Digest
Design Feature
Cited by critics as one of the most significant 2024 debuts from a Michelin-starred chef.
The Cal-Indian Pioneer
Widely credited by critics as the birthplace of the Cal-Indian genre, melding Kerala roots with California seasonality.
Michelin "New Discovery" 2021
One of only 11 Bay Area restaurants to receive this distinction during the pandemic, proving immense guest loyalty.
Cultural Landmark
The "Blue Door" Phenomenon
The restaurant’s entry has become a Silicon Valley icon, driving massive organic engagement as a "must-visit" destination.
James Beard 2026
Outstanding Restaurateur Nomination
Recognized alongside Copra and Eylan for overall hospitality excellence and the strength of the group's visionary leadership.
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