Menlo Park, CA

Canteen: Where Spanish Elegance Meets Menlo Park

Canteen, a captivating 800 sqft wine bar and cafe, was the inaugural retail establishment at the bustling Springline mixed-use residential building in Menlo Park. Embracing a distinct Spanish accent, the modern design blends soft white oak tones with striking blackened steel accents.

The cafe’s ambiance is further elevated by custom-designed furniture from Luke Bartels and artwork by Schuyler Beecroft. At the focal center of the dining experience is the expansive, ceiling-height open wine shelving, showcasing an impressive collection of wines. The nautical-inspired passage to the semi-exposed kitchen adds a unique touch, inviting diners to glimpse the culinary artistry beyond.

Photography: Eric Palozzolo

CANTEEN

Modern lounge area with beige and black sofas, green and white pillows, wooden chairs, a coffee table with books and a plant, and a bar area in the background.
A modern bar and lounge area with wooden chairs, a black lounge chair, and upholstered sofas. The bar has shelves stocked with bottles and wine, wooden bar stools, and pendant lighting. A dining table is positioned in front of the bar.
Interior of a stylish bar with a wooden counter, high chairs, and shelves stocked with wine bottles and liquor. A wooden table with chairs is in the foreground, and warm lighting enhances the cozy atmosphere.
Chic bar interior with wooden chairs, surfboard decor, and well-stocked shelves of spirits and wine bottles. A table with chairs is in the foreground, and a decorative diving helmet and modern art painting are visible.
A well-organized bar with a variety of liquor bottles, wine bottles on shelves, glassware, and seating at a counter with placemats and numbered holders.