The Best restaurants in San Mateo
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Kaimuki Grill
104 S El Camino Real San Mateo CA 94401
"Yu-Raku is different from any Japanese, Chinese or Ramen place on the Peninsula. Their food is consistent and their menu is simple. The staff is warm and friendly. Patience is rewarded greatly here...."
Taco Bell
1975 S El Camino Real San Mateo CA 94403
"Good service, food was delicious. However, the lack of drive-thru is slightly inconvenient."
Kobeya
140 W 25th Ave San Mateo CA 94403
"Tasty standard Japanese fare, made to order, on the cheap (my bento box with tea was less than $10) Chill small place, aabout 12 tables. Servers let you eat peacefully and don't hover, though quickly..."
Fletch's
385 2nd Avenue San Mateo CA 94401
"Tasty hot dogs and fries (crispy and a tad oily just I like them). Friendly staff too! Great spot for a quick bite before a movie"
Amici's East Coast Pizzeria
69 Third Avenue San Mateo CA 94401
"The ambiance isnt as nice as the place in Dublin was, had sports games going so there are people hanging out longer so fine touch and cant mind because the food is bomb. The best bay area pizza just a..."
Bill's Hofbrau
11 So B Street San Mateo CA
"Had a good experience in this spot with my kids. The food arrives fast and the service is just excellent. Prices are affordable."
Roti Italian Bistro
201 East 3rd Avenue San Mateo CA 94401
"Great service. Amazing authentic Itallian cuisine. Will be back for more!"
Beard Papa
365 2nd Ave San Mateo CA 94401
"Beard Papa's is more than just a little nook of a Bakery nestled in over priced downtown San Mateo... It's a cream puff lovers Paradise!Quaint with only a couple of chairs to sit in, Beard Papas is mo..."
Qube Bar & Grill
4000 S El Camino Real 94403-4566
"Very well presented with a clean and tidy appearance. Funky decor and a nice chilled out vibe. Pleasant staff and a good selection of drinks."
The Halal Guys
213 E 3rd Ave 94401-4014
"I've always been a fan of Halal Guys, their food has never given my stomach any issues and the portions that they serve keeps you nice and full for a while. I learned about halal guys in LA few years..."
Marina Deli
2992 S Norfolk St Ste E 94403-2018
"I go there every other week. If you shop grocery there, they will give you credits for free food at deli section. I often get BBQ pork, noodles, and egg rolls. They are quite tasty."
Baltica
33 W 25th Ave 94403-2236
"Recommend to check out this place. Everything we tried was quite delicious. The popcorn chicken and garlic noodles were the highlights - very flavorful though a bit on the greasy side. The cocktails w..."
Silver Lake
2291 S El Camino Real 94403-1808
"It's great Cantonese homestyle cooking. The dishes are flavorful and seasoned with enough "wok air/flavor" and their food is consistently good and reasonably priced. The Yang Chow Fried Rice, salt and..."
Mordisko Cakes
205 E 4th Ave 94401-4006
"Great vibes with Mike all the times and I just love the sandwiches."
Pollos Asados
730 Nordhal Rd
"Your Chicken was so good! Tasted like the ones from Swap Meet! Brought me back to my childhood excellent Food 💯💯"
Red Robin Burger & Spirits
2204 Bridgepointe Pkwy 94404-1569
"We arrived at this restaurant for a meeting. This spot was recommended to us by a friend. Well, it was very nice. the crew were so friendly and we had a fantastic feeling. The food was just great. We..."
San Mateo Prime
174 E 3rd Ave 94401-4013
"Best dinner meals and awesome collection of wine. Great service and folks"
Inshou Japanese
2942 S Norfolk St 94403-2018
"Visiting family in the Bay Area is fabulous !! Sharing stories. All fullOf love and happiness. Laughter galore shaking this roper quiet place at the Marina. All food deliciousness supreme and the dri..."