Eat & Drink
A taste of San Mateo.
Restaurants, cafés, bakeries, bars and other places to eat around San Mateo.
71 places to eat and drink in San Mateo are listed here. Most common kinds: chinese restaurant (2). Streets with the most listings: South B Street (12), South El Camino Real (11) and East 4th Avenue (8).
Local favorites
A few places with photos and full details to get you going.
New Thai Elephant
RestaurantSushi Edomata
RestaurantTaishoken Ramen
RestaurantCuban Kitchen
RestaurantTaste of Shaxian
RestaurantKajiken
Restaurant人间烟火小酒馆(Dynasty BBQ)
RestaurantLa Ronda Restaurant Peruvian Cuisine
RestaurantAll Spice
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Mateo Pizza Restaurant
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,…
New Thai Elephant
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…
Cuban Kitchen
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…
人间烟火小酒馆(Dynasty BBQ)
人间烟火小酒馆(Dynasty BBQ) is a restaurant on 105 West 25th Avenue in San Mateo.
La Ronda Restaurant Peruvian Cuisine
La Ronda Restaurant Peruvian Cuisine is a restaurant on 224 E Hillsdale Blvd E in San Mateo.
La Lanterna Ristorante
La Lanterna Ristorante in San Mateo serves traditional Italian dishes with a modern twist, accompanied by nightly specials in a welcoming space. The restaurant's cocktail selection and fine wines complement its menu.…
Porterhouse
Porterhouse, a steakhouse in San Mateo, California, operates out of a historic bank building at 164 S. B Street, built in 1924. This building features high ceilings, subdued lighting, and original film posters and…
Mala Town Express 自选麻辣烫
Mala Town Express 自选麻辣烫 is a restaurant on 77 East 3rd Avenue in San Mateo.
Curry Pizza House San Mateo
Curry Pizza House San Mateo is a restaurant on 135 S B St in San Mateo.
The Barrel Bistro and Wine Bar
The Barrel Bistro and Wine Bar is a restaurant on 246 South B Street in San Mateo.
Cobani Gyro & Kebab
Cobani Gyro & Kebab serves Mediterranean food in San Mateo, including kebabs, wraps, falafel, and salads. The restaurant says its meat is halal and lists vegetarian dishes, giving groups with different preferences…
Rainbow Pizza
Rainbow Pizza operates out of the Crystal Springs Shopping Center in San Mateo, California, serving Greek and Italian cuisine. The restaurant's menu features pizzas, pastas, salads, sandwiches, and Greek food. Some…
Central Park Bistro
Central Park Bistro is a restaurant on 181 East 4th Avenue in San Mateo.
(650) 558-8401
Foreigner Cafe
Foreigner Cafe is a restaurant on 60 East 3rd Avenue Ste 108 in San Mateo.
Sushi Maruyama
Sushi Maruyama serves sushi and sashimi at 279 Baldwin Avenue in San Mateo. Its sushi preparation uses short-grain rice and traditional red vinegar from Japan.
Sapporo Rock & Roll Sushi
Sapporo Rock & Roll Sushi is a restaurant on 2456 S El Camino Real in San Mateo.
Apple Fritter
Apple Fritter is a locally owned San Mateo cafe that opened in December 2014 and serves breakfast plates. Its owners designed the interior, which includes taco-shaped windows.
PJ's Pizza Co.
PJ's Pizza Co. is a restaurant on 168 W 25th Ave in San Mateo.
Pho Element
Pho Element serves Northern Vietnamese style Pho in San Mateo, California, distinct from the typical Southern style served at other Vietnamese restaurants. This Northern style Pho is made with flat rice noodles and…
OLHSO Korean BBQ House
OLHSO Korean BBQ House is a restaurant on 236 S B St in San Mateo.
LUCETI'S on 25th
Luceti's on 25th is a restaurant located in San Mateo, California, offering authentic Italian cuisine for lunch and dinner. The menu features a range of classic Italian favorites, including antipasti, pasta, pizza, and…
Pausa Bar & Cookery
Pausa Bar & Cookery is an Italian restaurant located in San Mateo, California. It offers fresh, authentic, and contemporary Italian fare made from scratch with the bounty of Northern California. The restaurant provides…
Taste and Glory
Taste and Glory is a restaurant on 1208 South El Camino Real in San Mateo.
Thonglor Thai Bistro
Thonglor Thai Bistro is a restaurant on 173 East 4th Avenue in San Mateo.
Wunderbar
Wunderbar, a cocktail bar in San Mateo, California, operates at 310 1/2 Baldwin Ave. The bar serves signature cocktails and non-alcoholic options like White Magic. Light snacks are available for purchase and…
Espetus Churrascaria Brazilian Steakhouse - San Mateo
Espetus Churrascaria Brazilian Steakhouse - San Mateo is a restaurant on 710 South B Street in San Mateo.
El Sinaloense Mexican Restaurant
El Sinaloense Mexican Restaurant is a restaurant on 1622 Palm Ave in San Mateo.
Furagu Sushi
Furagu Sushi is a restaurant on 116 W 25th Ave in San Mateo.
Sapore Express
Sapore Express serves Italian food, including hand-rolled pasta and panini, at 125 E 4th Ave in San Mateo. It also offers catering.
KEITAN Binchotan Yakitori
KEITAN Binchotan Yakitori is a restaurant on 35 East 3rd Avenue in San Mateo.
Wursthall
Wursthall, a German-inspired California Biergarten in San Mateo, California, serves as a local gathering place where house-made sausages and craft beers, wines, and cocktails are featured. The menu includes sausages…
Tokie's Downtown
Tokie's Downtown is a restaurant located in San Mateo, California, offering Japanese comfort food and a family atmosphere. The restaurant has a full bar and can accommodate large parties. The restaurant's menu features…
Amour Amour
Amour Amour is a restaurant on 305 East 4th Avenue in San Mateo.
Celia's
Celia's serves Mexican food and makes its corn masa shells in-house.
Maverick Jack's San Mateo
Maverick Jack's San Mateo is a restaurant on 4000 S El Camino Real in San Mateo.
Miss Shang-San Mateo
Miss Shang-San Mateo is a restaurant on 123 W 25th Ave in San Mateo.
La Fonda de San Mateo
La Fonda de San Mateo is a restaurant located in San Mateo, California, at 2310 S. El Camino Real. The building was originally constructed as a residence in the 1920s and has since been converted into a restaurant. The…
Ramen Dojo
Ramen Dojo is a restaurant on 805 South B Street in San Mateo.
Dash Japanese Tapas and Sushi
Dash Japanese Tapas and Sushi is a restaurant on 204A 2nd Ave in San Mateo.
Yuzu
Yuzu is a restaurant on 54 37th Ave in San Mateo.
Izakaya Ginji
Izakaya Ginji in San Mateo, California, serves dishes like Mentaiko Carbonara, Ginji Lion King Roll, Buta Bara Miso Glaze, and Tori Kara Age. The menu includes sushi rolls, sashimi, and bento boxes, which come with…
Noma Sushi
Noma Sushi operates at 152 South Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94402, and can be reached by calling 650 393-4651. The menu features Cold Appetizer, Hot Appetizer, Rice, Don & Noodles, BBQ, Bake & Fried Roll, Hand Roll, V.G.…
Bahche
Bahche provides a modern twist on traditional Greek and Mediterranean flavors in San Mateo, California. The restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine. Carefully crafted dishes and a wine list complement the inviting…
Fogbird
Fogbird, a cocktail lounge in San Mateo, California, has an address of 144 South B Street. The space is designed to bring people together, fostering joy with craft cocktails. Thoughtful and creative cocktails are…
Liuyishou Hotpot (San Mateo)
Liuyishou Hotpot (San Mateo) is a restaurant on 98 E 3rd Ave in San Mateo.
Little Shanghai Restaurant
Little Shanghai Restaurant is a restaurant on 17 East 25th Avenue East in San Mateo.
(650) 573-7161
Seapot Hot Pot & Korean BBQ
Seapot Hot Pot & Korean BBQ is a restaurant on 1952 S El Camino Real in San Mateo.
Lobster Chef
Lobster Chef serves Cajun seafood boils and fruit smoothies in San Mateo’s Marina Plaza Shopping Center.
Fuji Sukiyaki
Fuji Sukiyaki is a restaurant on 428 E 3rd Ave in San Mateo.
Urban Momo
Urban Momo is a restaurant on 254 South B Street in San Mateo.
Rin-Tei
Rin-Tei in San Mateo, California, serves Thai and Japanese Fusion cuisine with authentic flavors and home-style dishes created by Chef Tam. The menu features Japanese-Inspired Beef Stew with White Miso, Braised Beef…
Happy Lamb Hot Pot, San Mateo 快乐小羊
Happy Lamb Hot Pot, San Mateo 快乐小羊 is a restaurant on 215 South Ellsworth Avenue in San Mateo.
Shiki Japanese Restaurant
Shiki Japanese Restaurant is a restaurant on 1332 W Hillsdale Blvd in San Mateo.
Kokko
Kokko is a restaurant on 509 2nd Avenue in San Mateo.
Myung Dong Tofu Cabin
Myung Dong Tofu Cabin is a restaurant on 2968 South Norfolk Street in San Mateo.
(650) 525-1484
Udon Mugizo - San Mateo
Udon Mugizo - San Mateo is a restaurant on 73 E 3rd Ave in San Mateo.
Chai Yo Thai Cuisine
Chai Yo Thai Cuisine serves authentic Thai lunch and dinner specialties in a warm and intimate space in San Mateo, California. The owners' desire to share their love of authentic Thai food with the community has…
Wakuriya
Wakuriya is a Japanese restaurant on De Anza Boulevard in San Mateo. It serves dinner and accepts reservations by phone.
Heidi’s Pies
Heidi's Pies is a diner and pie shop located in San Mateo, California, serving homemade comfort food, all-day breakfast, and fresh-baked pies. The business has been a part of the community for generations, offering a…
Town of Dumpling
The Town of Dumpling in San Mateo, California, serves Chinese dishes, including dumplings, dim sum, and traditional Chinese cuisine, from its location at 29 Laurie Meadows Dr. Its menu features 9 categories, such as…
MY Dumpling
MY Dumpling serves Chinese food on South B Street in San Mateo. Its menu includes dumplings, stir-fries, Kung Pao chicken and mapo tofu, with pickup and delivery ordering available.
Neal’s Coffee Shop
Neal’s Coffee Shop is a diner on De Anza Boulevard in San Mateo. The San Mateo location opened in 2001 and has an open kitchen, with pasta and chowder made from scratch.
Mariscos El Ajoyano
Mariscos El Ajoyano is a Mexican restaurant located in San Mateo, known for its Sinaloa style seafood and offering fresh and delicious dishes. The restaurant serves authentic ceviche and other Mexican delicacies, and…
Himawari
Himawari serves ramen on 2nd Avenue in San Mateo. Its menu includes shoyu, shio and miso ramen, pork-belly ramen, homemade gyoza and chicken karaage.
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