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THE PEOPLE’S LOCAL FAVORITES
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Explore a shortlist from our researched local directory. Each group explains how its places were selected. These suggestions are separate from the community votes above and do not represent a citywide award.
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See your saved places →Independent kitchens, neighborhood cafes and places for your next meal.
Selected from sourced Google ratings of at least 4.3 with 20 or more reviews, ordered by rating then review count.
Mateo Pizza Restaurant serves halal New York-style pizzas with Turkish influence and fresh ingredients in San Mateo, California. Popular dishes include Ottoman Pomodoro sauce, Egg-Cellent Combo, Four Cheese Symphony,…
Cuban Kitchen, a female and family owned business in San Mateo, California, serves Latin cuisine from 3799 S. El Camino Real. Head Chef Frankie A leads the kitchen, creating bold and balanced dishes, while Founder…
New Thai Elephant in San Mateo, California, serves authentic Thai food made with freshly sourced ingredients. The experienced and talented chefs carefully prepare each dish to ensure a pleasant dining experience. The…
人间烟火小酒馆（Dynasty BBQ) is a restaurant on 105 West 25th Avenue in San Mateo.
Browse locally rooted shops and find something beyond the usual chains.
An alphabetical selection of researched local places. This is not a rating or popularity ranking.
Ah Sam Floral Co, a family-owned business in San Mateo, California, provides floral design, plant designs, and decorative items. The company has a strong presence in the community, serving it for a long time. Same-day…
Ana Furniture - San Mateo is a furniture shop on 3011 S El Camino Real in San Mateo.
Appelblom Jewelry Co. is a jewelry shop on 82 E 3rd Ave in San Mateo.
Asian American Curriculum Project is a bookstore on 529 E 3rd Ave in San Mateo.
B Street Books is a bookstore on 1471 Burlingame Ave in San Mateo.
Banana Republic is a clothing shop on 60 31st Avenue Suite 125 in San Mateo.
Museums, galleries and cultural stops from our city directory.
An alphabetical selection of researched local places. This is not a rating or popularity ranking.
Golden Moon Gallery is a art gallery on 28 E 3rd Ave #100 in San Mateo.
(650) 435-5202
Pierson 20th Century Design is a art gallery on 1630 Palm Ave in San Mateo.
(650) 341-3500
Visible Vibrations is an art gallery located in San Mateo, California, that specializes in music posters, art prints, and music memorabilia from the 1950s to 2000s. The gallery offers a wide range of concert souvenirs,…
Want a different neighborhood or cuisine? Search all 188 places in our directory →. These selections are not paid placements.
