Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Downtown San Mateo, San Mateo

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

Chris W. • February 14, 2013Carolina Gold is amazing if you can get there on a day they have it!

Ryan T. • July 5, 2015Great space to work in, read, or just chill w/ friends!

Vivian W. • September 17, 2015The beef toro was our favorite! I liked the chili boiled dumplings more than the fried kind. And save room for dessert. Taiyaki ice cream yummm

Kapo T. • April 11, 2010don't forget to leave room for Toko's special dessert! her homemade dessert changes every 2 weeks. Birthday cakes are available upon request also (advance order required).

Shirley T. • August 21, 2019Speck & egg “danish”! kouign aman ! Can’t wait to come back and try the pretzel buns and other bread !

Nadia S. • August 2, 2019They’re famous for their tsukemen. Their ramen broth is just as good.

Priscila d. • June 29, 2017Chocolate chip is the best one for sure.

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

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!

Diana A. • August 12, 2019Really great! Unique authentic dishes, huge portions. An appetizer and an entree can easily feed 2-3 people.

Charles M. • May 22, 2016Sicilian omelette and the morning buns are delicious!

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

Tricia L. • April 13, 2014Great selection of unique and quality wines .. Good cheese too! Love the vibe- will be back

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).

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

Lynn A. • December 4, 2012Try the steak tartare - Chopped filet mignon with capers, red onion, Dijon, parsley, drizzled w white truffle oil. #foodiechats #SiliconValley

Varun N. • April 24, 2021My favorites are garlic veg and the curry chicken. Easily one of the best curries I have had.

S. Raziq M. • September 11, 2021The Oreo Milk Tea with Puff Cream was very tasty. The boba was good too.

Jay M. • April 2, 2019Always busy on Fri/Sat; get there early to sign up. They will turn away customers if close to closing. Very tasty broth, affordable dishes, efficient service, waayyyyy better than Little Lamb!!

Ms H. • April 16, 2018Trout pate $8 during Spritz Hour & $9 good wine. Swordfish with artichokes, lemon butter sauce and farro $35. Great service and atmosphere

Cameron W. • November 21, 2014The best salsa bar I have ever seen, excellent shrimp quesadilla, great burritos and countless full plate dinner combo options. Best taqueria in the Bay Area.

Natasha F. • June 20, 2012After being a frequent patron for over 15 years, I have never been disappointed. Also, try the Anjou elixira on the new and improved cocktail menu. Great if you enjoy clean, sweet strawberry drinks.

Alfredo D. • March 11, 2019Everything is outstanding!! The ice creams and the beverages. Avocado ice cream is one of my recommendation.

Jacqueline T. • August 26, 2013The pre Fixe was so worth good. Will come back again

Charm B. T. • May 19, 2013Pupusas and Platanos = Best Brunch in San Mateo!

Gilberto M. • September 13, 2018The Korean and the salt and pepper are great

Lucia G. • January 12, 2014Great little bar in the back of Curry Up Now with unique cocktails