Happy Hour Spots on the SF Peninsula

Iberia

$$$$·Spanish

740 El Camino Real, Belmont

Award-winning paella served on the Peninsula for over 41 years.

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7 Mile House

★ 4.39·$$·American

2800 Bayshore Blvd, Brisbane

The Bay Area's oldest restaurant and bar since 1858 in Brisbane, serving American comfort food with Filipino touches, live music, and a legendary dog-friendly patio.

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37 North

$$·American

835 Airport Blvd., Burlingame

Sustainably sourced ingredients create California-inspired dishes with outdoor courtyard firepits.

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American Bull Bar & Grill

$$·American

1819 El Camino Real, Burlingame

Fourteen HD screens make it perfect for watching all sporting events.

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Barracuda Sushi

$$·Japanese

347 Primrose Rd, Burlingame

Newly remodeled dining room serves Japanese cuisine with contemporary twist.

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Barrelhouse

$$·Bar

305 California Dr, Burlingame

One of Peninsula's largest beer, wine and spirits selections available.

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Behan's An Irish Pub

$·Irish

1327 Broadway, Burlingame

Behan's An Irish Pub is an Irish restaurant in Burlingame, California.

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Buri Buri Burlingame

$$·Japanese

1100 Howard Ave ste D, Burlingame

Design your own unique sushi box with fresh specialty rolls.

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Flights View Lounge

$$·Bar

1800 Old Bayshore Hwy, Burlingame

Watch planes take off and land with waterfront bay views.

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Kincaid's Fish, Chop & Steakhouse

$$$$·Steakhouse

60 Bay View Pl, Burlingame

Steakhouse overlooking San Francisco bay with quality steaks and fresh seafood.

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Maverick Jack's

$$·American

1190 California Dr, Burlingame

Flame grilled burgers, hand spun shakes, and craft beers served.

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Paddy Flynn's

$·Irish

246 Lorton Ave, Burlingame

Enjoy a jukebox, full sporting event coverage, and an outdoor patio.

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SaltYard Restaurant and Bar

$$·American

322 Lorton Ave, Burlingame

Modern American fusion with European touch and simple creative dishes.

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Shabu Club

$$·Japanese

1150 Paloma Ave, Burlingame

Interactive hot pot with signature house-made green sauce and fusion flavors.

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Twelvemonth Bar

$$$·Vegetarian/Vegan

336 Lorton Ave, Burlingame

Global cuisine through a California lens with fully plant-based offerings.

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Velvet 48 Wine Bar

$$$·Wine Bar

310 Lorton Ave, Burlingame

Over 1100 wines by the bottle curated by 20-year industry veteran.

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Outback Steakhouse

$$·Steakhouse

371 Gellert Blvd, Daly City

Australian-themed steakhouse chain at 371 Gellert Boulevard with signature Bloomin' Onions, wood-fired steaks, ribs, and an extensive happy hour.

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The Clubhouse Bistro

$$·American

1221 Chess Dr, Foster City

Live DJs, dancing, sports events with an expertly crafted menu.

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Burma Love

$$·Burmese

1302 El Camino Real, Menlo Park

Menlo Park outpost of the beloved Burma Superstar family at 1302 E El Camino Real with contemporary Burmese cuisine, innovative cocktails, tea leaf salad, and a happy hour Monday through Friday.

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Causwells

$$$·American

550 Oak Grove Ave, Menlo Park

SF's beloved American bistro lands at Springline with a reimagined 75% new menu. Chef Adam Rosenblum brings classical French training to distinctly American cooking, with a standout bar program and a martini cart. American bistro and cocktail bar using fresh, seasonal ingredients from local produce. Many rave about their burgers and crispy chicken sandwich.

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Che Fico Parco Menlo

$$·Italian

1302 El Camino Real, Menlo Park

Outdoor all-day Italian concept from SF's acclaimed Che Fico team at Stanford Shopping Center with wood-fired pizza, fresh pasta, and a relaxed California-Italian atmosphere.

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Sand Hill Sundeck

$$·American

3000 Sand Hill Rd, Menlo Park

Reimagined power-lunch destination at 3000 Sand Hill Road with artisanal sandwiches, hand-tossed pizzas, farm-to-table salads, an outdoor sundeck, and a gourmet deli counter inside The Ranch at Sand Hill Collection.

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PPQ Dungeness Island

$$$·Seafood

195 El Camino Real, Millbrae

Fresh Dungeness crab prepared in bold Vietnamese styles, served with their famous buttery garlic noodles.

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Chili's Grill & Bar

$$·American

2560 W El Camino Real, Mountain View

Chili's Grill & Bar is an American restaurant in Mountain View, California.

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Oren's Hummus

$$·Mediterranean

126 Castro St, Mountain View

Israeli-inspired restaurant on Castro Street from Oren Dobronsky, beloved for silky hummus with warm pita, shakshuka brunch, and fresh Middle Eastern small plates.

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Pacific Catch

$$·Seafood

545 San Antonio Rd Suite 34, Mountain View

West Coast seafood chain at San Antonio Center with Hawaiian poke, fish tacos, island rice bowls, and an aloha-hour happy hour — one of the Peninsula's most consistent seafood spots.

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Humble Sea Brewing Co.

$$·Brewery

5560 Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacifica

Coastal taproom at 5560 Pacific Coast Hwy pouring rotating small-batch IPAs and ales alongside Niman Ranch smash burgers.

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Longboard Bar and Venue

$$·Bar

180 Eureka Dr, Pacifica

Pacifica's premier live music venue in Eureka Square with a real stage, pool table, darts, and fresh-lime margaritas.

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Local Union 271

$$$·American

271 University Ave, Palo Alto

Family-owned farm-to-table American kitchen with scratch-made dishes, locally sourced ingredients, and handcrafted decor throughout.

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Pacific Catch

★ 4.69·$$·Seafood

711 Stanford Shopping Center, Palo Alto

West Coast fish house at Stanford Shopping Center serving sustainably sourced seafood with Pacific Rim flavors and Aloha-inspired hospitality.

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Vino Locale

$$·Wine Bar

431 Kipling St, Palo Alto

Relaxed downtown wine bar with a hidden garden patio, global wine flights, craft beer, Mediterranean small plates, and a devoted happy hour crowd.

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Duarte's Tavern

$$·American

202 Stage Rd, Pescadero

A James Beard Award-winning California institution in Pescadero since 1894, serving farm-to-table American country cooking with Portuguese roots, legendary artichoke soup, cioppino, and homemade pies.

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Alhambra Irish House

$$·Irish

831 Main St, Redwood City

Family owned Irish pub inside the historic 1896 Alhambra Theater with seasonal Irish cuisine, live music, and heated beer garden.

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Angelicas

$$·Fusion

863 Main St, Redwood City

Family owned restaurant blending California cuisine with Latin flair, featuring festive ambiance and outdoor garden patios.

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Donato Enoteca

★ 3.96·$$$·Italian

1041 Middlefield Rd, Redwood City

Enjoy shareable tapas style Italian plates featuring fresh, simple ingredients where tradition meets innovation in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere.

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Little Madfish

$$·Seafood

1021 El Camino Real, Redwood City

Japanese cuisine featuring fresh sushi rolls, generous bento boxes, and ramen with daily happy hour specials.

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Milagros Latin Kitchen

$$·Mexican

1099 Middlefield Rd, Redwood City

Eclectic Latin American flavors with handcrafted cocktails featuring fresh organic ingredients and one of the Peninsula's best patios.

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Artichoke Joe's

★ 4.54·$$·American

659 Huntington Ave, San Bruno

San Bruno's only 24/7 restaurant serving a full American and Asian menu around the clock, with daily dim sum, breakfast from 4 AM, and 16 beers on tap at a full sports bar.

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Shiki Bistro

$$·Japanese

825 Laurel St, San Carlos

Chefs prepare fresh fish using delectable spices and inspiring techniques.

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Amour Amour

★ 4.01·$$·Wine Bar

305 E 4th Ave, San Mateo

Amour Amour is a Wine Bar restaurant in San Mateo, California.

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B Street & Vine

★ 4.20·$$·Wine Bar

320 S B St, San Mateo

Famous for signature bruschettas with unique sweet and savory combinations.

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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

★ 3.84·$$·Brewery

2206 Bridgepointe Pkwy, San Mateo

Famous Signature Deep Dish Pizza and Handcrafted Beers await you.

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Crystal Springs Tavern

$$·American

742 Polhemus Rd, San Mateo

Gourmet comfort fare features dry-aged burger and house-made pastas.

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Dash Japanese Tapas and Sushi

$$·Japanese

204A 2nd Ave, San Mateo

Daily fish specials flown fresh from Tokyo's Toyosu Fish Market.

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Fieldwork

★ 4.54·$$·Brewery

3030 S Delaware St, San Mateo

Rotating selection of over 20 fresh beers on tap.

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Fogbird

★ 4.44·$$·Bar

144 S B St, San Mateo

Named Best Bar two years running with creative cocktails.

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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

★ 4.75·$$·Japanese

329 S Ellsworth Ave, San Mateo

Grill premium meats over flaming charcoal at your own table.

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Izakaya Fusion Grill Keitan

$$·Japanese

35 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo

Binchotan-grilled yakitori with daily happy hour and karaoke room experience.

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Izakaya Ginji

$$·Japanese

301 E 4th Ave E, San Mateo

Modern and globally inspired dishes with comfort in homestyle cooking.

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Izakaya Mai

$$·Japanese

212 2nd Ave, San Mateo

Izakaya Mai is a Japanese restaurant in San Mateo, California.

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Jack's Restaurant & Bar

★ 4.31·$$·American

1750 S El Camino Real, San Mateo

Extensive menu reflecting Greek-American heritage with genuine old-school hospitality.

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Lajawab Indian Cuisine

$$·Indian

514 Peninsula Ave, San Mateo

Chef-owned North Indian and Himalayan restaurant in San Mateo, known for tandoor-charred kebabs, slow-simmered curries, hand-folded momos, and fresh clay oven breads.

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Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar

★ 4.23·$$·American

2208 Bridgepointe Pkwy, San Mateo

Handcrafted American food with happy hour drinks starting at three dollars.

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Maverick Jack's

$$·American

4000 S El Camino Real, San Mateo

They use the best ingredients in a lively atmosphere.

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McGovern's Bar

$$·Irish

215 E 4th Ave, San Mateo

Irish pub atmosphere with influences from all over the world.

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Mikiya Wagyu Shabu House

$$$$·Japanese

68 Hillsdale Mall, San Mateo

Premium Wagyu sourced from their own Masami Ranch with umami-rich broth.

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Mortar & Pestle Bar

★ 4.01·$$·Indian

130 S B St, San Mateo

Handcrafted cocktails with Indian spices like garam masala and in-house syrups.

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Pacific Catch

★ 4.58·$$·Seafood

243 S B St, San Mateo

Sustainable seafood with Pacific Rim flavors and Aloha-inspired hospitality.

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Pausa Bar & Cookery

$$$·Italian

223 E 4th Ave, San Mateo

Chef Andrea Giuliani creates authentic Italian cuisine from Northern California bounty.

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Pinstripes

$$·American

36 Hillsdale Mall, San Mateo

From-scratch Italian-American cuisine served with bowling and bocce entertainment.

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Sapporo Rock & Roll Sushi

$$·Japanese

2456 S El Camino Real, San Mateo

VIP dining area and ocean fresh sushi served daily.

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The Barrel Bistro and Wine Bar

★ 4.61·$$·Wine Bar

246 S B St, San Mateo

Hundreds of wines paired with selective cheeses, charcuterie, and seafood.

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Tokie's Downtown

$$·Japanese

34 E 4th Ave, San Mateo

Over 40 years serving Japanese comfort food in family atmosphere.

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Wunderbar

$$·Bar

310 Baldwin Ave, San Mateo

Underground speakeasy featuring classic cocktails and creative riffs on them.

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Foundry & Lux

$$·American

151 Oyster Point Blvd, South San Francisco

Modern cafe and lounge featuring bowling lanes, pool table, bocce, locally sourced seasonal cuisine, and full bar.

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Riposo

$$·Italian

256 E Grand Ave., South San Francisco

Italian flavors meet California ingredients in handmade pastas, artisan pizzas, and locally sourced dishes. Bright atmosphere with Thursday happy hour.

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The Anecdote SSF

$$·Seafood

348 Oyster Point Blvd, South San Francisco

Enjoy coastal inspired breakfast and lunch featuring fresh local ingredients from nearby farms. Visit Bar a for happy hour small bites.

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Timber + Tide

$$·Vegetarian/Vegan

685 Gateway Blvd, South San Francisco

Seasonal plant forward fare in a stunning carbon neutral space with local ingredients by the Bay.

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Tokyo Sushi & Bar

$$·Japanese

2278 Westborough Blvd #201, South San Francisco

Fresh handcrafted sushi and creative fusion plates in a modern setting with happy hour specials.

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Pioneer Saloon

$·American

2925 Woodside Rd, Woodside

Woodside's beloved historic saloon with stunning stained glass windows, live country and rock bands, and karaoke on Tuesdays.

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