Looking for the best places to eat in Millbrae? Browse all 57 Millbrae restaurants in the Outside Eats dining guide to the San Francisco Peninsula, from casual neighborhood favorites to award winning destinations. Select any restaurant for photos, hours, cuisine, directions, and the full profile.
- Ai GrillSelf grill premium meats and seafoods tableside at this Asian barbecue and skewer spot.
- Bagel Street Cafe MillbraeLocally owned cafe serving housemade bagels, croissants, sandwiches, and coffee for over 20 years in downtown Millbrae.
- Bashamichi Sushi and BarFresh nigiri and sashimi with chef specialty rolls crafted for authentic Japanese flavors at modest prices.
- Ben Tre RestaurantFamily owned Vietnamese restaurant serving authentic comfort cuisine rooted in Southern Vietnam culinary traditions.
- Binka Bites Bakery CafeFilipino inspired bibingka cupcakes made with coconut rice, offering creative sweet and savory flavors.
- Brothers CafeA tucked-away breakfast and brunch cafe behind the Trader Joe's plaza on Magnolia Avenue in Millbrae, serving elevated American comfort food daily from 8 AM to 3 PM.
- Cafe IstanbulAuthentic Turkish cuisine featuring fresh kebabs, mezes, and baklava with bold spices and daily sourced halal meats.
- Chef Wang's RestaurantAuthentic Chinese and Korean dishes with fresh vegetables, hand pulled noodles, and flavorful specialties like Mongolian beef.
- Dumpling DelightAuthentic Chinese restaurant serving juicy steamed dumplings, soup dumplings, and chewy hand pulled noodles with fresh ingredients.
- El Super Burrito Temporarily closedServing authentic Mexican food since 1977 with huge portions, fresh ingredients, and famous California Burritos.
- Fiddlers GreenFamily run for over three decades offering authentic Irish hospitality and traditional fare. Known for hearty Irish breakfasts and homemade bread.
- Flame BBQAuthentic Chinese and Japanese barbecue with tender skewers, charcoal grilled oysters, and rich unforgettable flavors.
- Gourmet Village RestaurantAuthentic Hong Kong style Chinese with generous portions, reasonable prices, and family run friendly service.
- Han SangHan Sang is a restaurant.
- Hana IzumiTraditional Japanese Kaiseki showcasing seasonal ingredients with Chef Koji trained at renowned Kitcho in Tokyo.
- Hubei RestaurantAuthentic Hubei cuisine from Wuhan brings unique regional flavors and traditional dishes to the Bay Area.
- Ipoh Garden Malaysian CuisineAuthentic Malaysian cuisine featuring beloved dishes like crispy Roti Canai and flavorful Char Koay Teow.
- Jinweide Lanzhou Hand-Pulled noodle HouseChain with 30 years history serving traditional hand pulled beef noodles and homemade dumplings.
- L & L Hawaiian BarbecueServes authentic Hawaiian plate lunches with rice, macaroni salad, and grilled meats. A taste of Hawaii with aloha spirit.
- La Collina Italian RestaurantFamily run since 1996 serving Northern Italian cuisine with exquisite seafood, pasta, veal, and organic salads.
- La Petite CamilleFamily run since the 1990s, famous for Imperial Rolls, BBQ specialties, and generous portions of homestyle Vietnamese comfort food.
- Lai Lai RestaurantMillbrae's oldest Chinese restaurant since 1983, known for MSG free Mandarin cuisine and award winning walnut prawns.
- LakaAuthentic malatang spot with customizable noodle bowls and Hong Kong breakfast specialties like congee and fresh buns.
- Leonardo's Deli CafeItalian deli with fresh roasted coffee, full espresso bar, and fresh squeezed orange juice daily.
- Little ChengduLittle Chengdu is a restaurant.
- Millbrae Kebabs & GyrosAuthentic Mediterranean restaurant serving 100% organic halal kebabs and gyros with vegan and gluten free options.
- Millbrae Pancake HouseFamily owned since 1959, famous for scratch made pancakes and waffles using finest quality ingredients.
- Mom's Tofu HouseFamily recipes passed down generations feature homemade tofu and Korean dishes, bringing comfort and love to every bowl.
- MOMO & CURRY NEPALAuthentic fusion of Nepali, Indian, and Indo Chinese cuisine featuring freshly made momos with Himalayan spices.
- Mountain Mike's PizzaFamous for legendary crispy, curly pepperoni and fresh dough made daily with toppings to the edge.
- New China Foods MillbraeAuthentic Northeastern Chinese cuisine featuring generous portions and signature dishes like sweet and sour pork.
- Nom Nom BistroAuthentic Cantonese specialties including wonton noodle soup, braised pork, and traditional slow cooked soups with classic double skin milk dessert.
- Noodleosophy MillbraeAuthentic Chinese noodles crafted from recipes discovered during travels through China, featuring renowned biang biang noodles and bold flavors.
- O Sole MioA nostalgic tribute featuring original 1954 fixtures and romantic melodies with hearty Italian food worth traveling for.
- One Piece SushiFresh sushi and customizable udon at amazing value, with iPad ordering for a modern dining experience.
- Pape Meat CoFamily butcher shop famous for premium dry aged beef and expert staff who help with custom cuts.
- Paris BaguetteHandcrafted cakes, freshly baked pastries and breads, and expertly brewed Lavazza coffee.
- Peter's CafeClassic American diner known for homemade sausage and Swedish pancakes with generous portions.
- Porridge & ThingsTraditional Chiu Chow clay pot porridge paired with live seafood from their tank.
- PPQ Dungeness IslandFresh Dungeness crab prepared in bold Vietnamese styles, served with their famous buttery garlic noodles.
- Royal FeastAward winning chef serves authentic Sichuan cuisine featuring Peking Duck and fresh high quality ingredients.
- Sixteen Mile HouseHistoric steakhouse featuring in house dry aged beef and famous rack of lamb with live music every weekend.
- Slice House by Tony GemignaniAward winning pizza by 13 time world champion featuring diverse styles from New York to Detroit and Sicilian pies.
- Social EateryEnjoy fresh handmade noodles, savory clay pot rice bowls, and signature boba tea all under one roof.
- Sourdough & Co.Features freshly baked sourdough bread served warm with quality meats, artisan cheese, and house spread.
- Special Hainan ChickenSpecializes in Hainan chicken rice with flavorful broth, noodle soups, and Chiu Chow small plates.
- Spinning DoughMillbrae pizzeria known for creative pizzas, including signature ube and longanisa pizzas blending Filipino flavors with Italian tradition. Share location with Modern Eats.
- Stick & SteamSister restaurant to Koi Palace serving classic Cantonese dim sum and modern Hong Kong cafe favorites.
- Sugandh Indian Restaurant & BarContemporary Indian cuisine with traditional spices meets full bar experience featuring creative cocktails and cozy, elegant atmosphere.
- Sushi KeiAuthentic sushi crafted by Chef Ryo Kikuchi from Hokkaido, emphasizing quality over quantity since 1993.
- Sweet IndulgenceHandmade dessert destination offering traditional Chinese treats, gelato, crepes, savory snacks, and specialty twenty layer mille crepes cakes.
- The Kitchen BBQ ExpressCantonese dim sum parlor serving handmade dumplings and signature BBQ meats with generous portions and reasonable prices.
- Won Kok MillbraeAuthentic Cantonese cuisine featuring fresh dim sum daily and live seafood.
- wonderfulMichelin rated Hunan spot featuring hand rolled noodles and smoked pork made in house using traditional methods.
- WXYZ LoungeStylish hotel bar featuring live music, signature cocktails, and tasty small plates near SFO.
- Yummy SzechuanMichelin recommended restaurant featuring Chef Hu's award winning Eggplant Dragon and handmade Szechuan noodles.
- Zorba's Pizza & PastaAward winning pizza since 1979 featuring Italian, Greek, and Mediterranean favorites made with fresh premium ingredients.
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About Millbrae
Millbrae punches well above its size when it comes to food, thanks to a reputation as one of the Bay Area's premier Chinese dining destinations. Anchored by a major transit hub where BART and Caltrain meet and sitting right beside the airport, the city draws diners from across the region to its concentration of Cantonese seafood houses, dim sum parlors, and regional Chinese kitchens.
Dim sum is the local ritual. On weekend mornings the larger rooms fill with families ordering broadly from carts and sheets, from dumplings and buns to greens and clay pots. For dinner, the seafood houses shine, with tanks by the door and whole steamed fish finished simply, the kind of shared, banquet-style meal the cuisine is built for. Beyond Chinese cooking, Millbrae's main corridors add Japanese, Mexican, and everyday American options.
Because so many diners come specifically for the food and know it well, standards stay high and authenticity is the norm rather than the exception. Prices range from affordable noodle plates and lunch dim sum to special-occasion seafood dinners. The transit connections and airport proximity make Millbrae an easy stop even if you are not local.
If you want great Chinese food on the Peninsula, Millbrae is often the first place regulars name, and it earns the reputation. Browse the full list below to see every Millbrae restaurant in the Outside Eats guide, each with photos, hours, cuisine, and directions, whether you are planning a weekend dim sum outing or a shared seafood dinner with a group.
