Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near San Mateo

Gilberto M. • August 3, 2019Breakfast and donuts. Very tasty. Some veggie options as well. Safe bet. Go early in the weekends, there will be a line

Marcus H. • July 28, 2017Fantastic beer and they do both growler and crowler fills. You can even pre-order crowlers from their webpage.

Chris R. • January 29, 2014Awesome home made Cannoli's and Home made Spumoni

Kaylen P. • February 23, 2019I’ve gotten the Costa Rica and Giant Steps and have enjoyed both. My favorite part about this chain is the interiors, so clean and refreshing.

Daniele P. • August 12, 2014All the sandwiches are legit. The best is the pastrami brisket on dutch crunch.

Vic Z. • January 7, 2015Calamari is pretty amazing. If you like eggplant, I recommend the Dengaku Miso. Black sesame ramen is spectacular.

Alex L. • August 7, 2014yakiniku dinner course feeds two very well. try the beef tongue & save room for included dessert.

Erika P. • August 8, 2019Matcha latte here is SO GOOD (and instagram worthy!) I got it less sweet(30%), no toppings (though it comes with toffee), and oat milk (they use the Califia Barista Oat Milk).

Sushant H. • December 17, 2015Love the variety of tea. Philz fresh chai is my goto tea.

Andres P. • January 24, 2018Best sushi I have ever had. Fresh fish from Japan

Polina W. • June 17, 2017Great dark chocolate and peanut butter cups cookies.

Andy W. • April 24, 2023Different type of ramen - oil based rather than soup based. The noodle is very al dente with a ton of bite. Worth trying.

‎ ןıɥd ʍ. • March 10, 2022Asiago and pepper country bread is delicious. All the baked goods are worth the wait in line.

v f. • May 8, 2012Aside from delicious tacos they also make fresh smoothies and fruit and veggie juices in the jugueria.

Andy W. • September 12, 2015Amazing omakase experience. I enjoyed it as much as Sukiyabashi Jiro. More old school than Kusakabe and way more intimate. Run and make a reservation!

Shirley L. • April 5, 2022Get the dipping noodles!

Barbara M. • July 23, 2015The spicy string beans are crisp and fresh. Nicely spiced. Crispy spring rolls are terrific. I'd order next time with a side of peanut sauce. Mixed vegetables with peanut sauce was also quite tasty.

Amy W. • June 2, 2019Some unique Vietnamese dishes you don’t find at your typical Vietnamese restaurant. We haven’t tried anything that wasn’t delicious! Great flavors and colorful presentation. Happy hour menu is good.

Molly S. • May 5, 2016Really good smoothie bowls, such friendly service. The small was filling enough for lunch.Plus Mint Plaza is a lovely place to eat!

Michael C. • March 20, 2024Spicy noodles had good flavor.

Kevin A. • July 17, 2015Lamb and beef gyros are the best. And there's something delicious about the rice here.

Liz R. • March 25, 2016Great beer and wine selections and awesome environment to just chill with a drink and friends. Only wish they had happy hour specials.

Alexander T. • September 25, 2016The best place for breakfast in San Mateo! Panini and omlet wiyh salmon just amazing.

Dickard T. • December 20, 2020Fungi and Carne Pizzas, so good!

Jessica C. • November 13, 2011perfect for a cold day. get the half spicy half regular broth and noodles that you can dump in after all your food seasons the broth!

Andy W. • June 16, 2017Really good omakase at great value. The sushi rice and tamago are as good as Ju-ni's. Great place to go when you can't get into Sushi Yoshizumi

Emily L. • August 1, 2016Good pizza parlor salads, big pitchers of pizza parlor beer, and tasty pizzas. Great classic neighborhood pizza joint!

Jeff W. • October 15, 2017Fresh noodles! Get the cucumbers and whatever noodles you like.

Bridget G. • December 19, 2022Loved this spot. More Californian than Indian. Olive oil poached halibut and the smashed peas dishes were great.