San Mateo Restaurants

Looking for the best places to eat in San Mateo? Browse all 229 San Mateo 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.

• 3 Bees Coffee
  Locally owned, Italian focused coffee shop with fresh baked pastries and breakfast sandwiches. Warm and relaxing atmosphere also with outdoor seating.
• A2
  Local wine bar, art gallery with live music.
• Al Carbon Pollos a la Brasa
  Free-range Peruvian chicken slowly roasted over mesquite charcoal open flame.
• Aldo's Pizza
  Famous crispy, flaky thin crust made from Aldo's original recipe.
• All Spice
  Chef's worldly cuisine served in a charming 1906 Victorian cottage. Fusion of Asian and modern Californian dishes.
• Amici's East Coast Pizzeria
  New York-style thin-crust pizza made with freshest ingredients, baked perfectly.
• Amma’s Kitchen
  Amma's special Boneless Biriyani and crispy dosas delight every palate.
• Amour Amour
• Anatolian Cafe & Market
  Family owned Authentic Mediterranean desserts, traditional breakfast, and handcrafted cafe drinks.
• Antoine's Cookie Shop
• Apple Fritter
  They serve donut burgers, fruity pebble shakes, and churro french toasts.
• Armadillo Willy's BBQ
  Texas style wood-fired barbecue. 40 years in business. Locally Owned.
• Avenida Restaurant
  Traditional Filipino recipes elevated with contemporary techniques and local ingredients.
• Avocado Toast
  Family-owned deli serving fresh meals with homemade aiolis and spreads.
• Ay Caray Taqueria
  Family-owned Mexican restaurant serving breakfast through dinner daily.
• B Street & Vine
  Famous for signature bruschettas with unique sweet and savory combinations.
• Backhaus
  Women own fresh bakery with breakfast options
• Bahche
  Modern Greek cuisine with curated wine list and inviting ambiance.
• Bay Watch
  Fresh ingredients prepared from scratch daily with bottomless coffee service.
• Benihana
  Chefs perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki right at your table.
• Bibimmate
  Handcrafted kimbap rolls made fresh with beet-pickled radish and umami-rich flavors.
• Big Daddy's Hawaiian BBQ
  Fresh Hawaiian-inspired cuisine that's clean, craveable, and feels great.
• Bizza
  Mediterranean-inspired pizzas fusing bold flavors with classic Italian favorites.
• BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
  Famous Signature Deep Dish Pizza and Handcrafted Beers await you.
• Boba Bless
  Community-driven boba shop in downtown San Mateo founded by two former basketball coaches with a mission to serve and give back.
• Bonchon San Mateo
  Known for crunchy double-fried chicken with signature Korean sauces.
• Bonjour Bakehouse
  Award-winning French bakery featuring seasonal treats from local farmers' market ingredients. Specialized in croissants, scones and cookies.
• Brothers Cafe
  Scratch-made buttermilk pancakes and brioche French toast with all-day service.
• Brundavan Indian restaurant
  Traditional Indian cuisine. Appetizers are a specialty. Reasonably priced.
• Cajun Bowl San Mateo
  They serve only caught-in-the-wild seafood with offerings changing daily.
• California Fish Grill
  Serving 100% sustainable seafood certified by Monterey Bay Aquarium standards.
• Celia's
  Fresh daily salsa, guacamole, and handmade tamales with skinless chicken.
• Central Park Bistro
  Well-executed menu ranges from wood-fired pizzas to sophisticated American entrees.
• Chai Yo Thai Cuisine
  Family-run Thai restaurant serving lunch and dinner in warm space.
• Charlie's Taqueria
  Perfectly cooked tortillas with flavorful meats and self-serve chips station.
• Charm Thai Eatery
  Family-run restaurant serving authentic Thai specialties with fresh ingredients and spices.
• Cheesecake Factory
  Popular American chain offering a wide variety of dishes, known for large portions, timely service and comfortable atmosphere. Good if you have a mixed group who like different cuisines.
• Chill Spot Rendezvous
  San Mateo ice cream café serving gourmet handcrafted scoops, global street food, and community events.
• Chingu
  Casual late night Korean food plus fusion dishes. Fun atmosphere.
• Chopstix & Taiwanese Bentos
  Authentic Taiwanese bentos with famous crispy popcorn chicken and sides.
• Cobani Gyro & Kebab
  Michelin-recommended fresh halal Mediterranean with highest-quality ingredients and gourmet dishes.
• Colander Kitchens
  Multiple dining concepts from Southern brunch to sushi burritos together.
• Cooking Papa
  Michelin recommended authentic Hong Kong cuisine delivered by meal boxes.
• Cruel Donuts & Ice Cream
  Homemade ice cream and donuts. Ice cream is made in house by highly experienced ice cream chef. Unique flavors.
• Crystal Springs Tavern
  Gourmet comfort fare features dry-aged burger and house-made pastas.
• Cuban Kitchen
  Female and family owned business serving authentically flavored Cuban cuisine.
• Curry & Kabab
  Chef Mandy specializes in North Indian Curries and tandoori items.
• Curry Pizza House
  Craft pizza blending delicious curry flavors with wholesome fresh ingredients.
• Curry Up Now
  Indian street food born in India and raised in California. Vegetarian and Vegan options.
• Daeho kalbijjim & beef soup
  Traditional Korean royal recipes with modern twists for tender Kalbijjim.
• Dash Japanese Tapas and Sushi
  Daily fish specials flown fresh from Tokyo's Toyosu Fish Market.
• Dosa Box
  Features innovative dosas like Nutella dessert and five cheese varieties.
• Dosa Express
  Chef curates every meal with emotional perception, food made with love.
• Dynasty BBQ
• Edi's Quesabirrias and Tacos (Food Truck)
  Standout birria truck on Third Avenue with handmade corn tortillas, perfectly seasoned quesabirria, shrimp and cheese tacos, and birria ramen. Cash only and made to order.
• El Palenque Taqueria
  Authentic tacos with flaky tortillas and traditional recipes at unbeatable prices.
• El Sabor de Mi Pueblo (Food Truck)
  Weekday taco truck near the San Mateo DMV with generously loaded tacos, California burritos, and milanesa plates at some of the best value prices on the Peninsula.
• El Sanignacense (food truck)
  Mexican seafood food truck next to the Exxon station.
• El Sinaloense Mexican Restaurant
  Casual dining with personalized customer service from trained staff.
• Espetus Churrascaria Brazilian BBQ
  Bay Area's first Brazilian Steakhouse with fourteen flame-grilled cuts tableside.
• Fernando's Méxican Restaurant
  Family-owned since 1985, known as home of the famous margarita.
• Fieldwork
  Rotating selection of over 20 fresh beers on tap.
• Fire Wings
  Over 20 wing flavors plus popular garlic noodles and beer
• Fish With You
• Fletch's Taqueria
• Flores San Mateo
  Family recipes from Gulf to Pacific honoring Mexican tradition.
• Fogbird
  Named Best Bar two years running with creative cocktails.
• Foreigner Cafe
  Stories are shared over craft coffee where culture meets community.
• Fuji Sukiyaki
• Furagu Sushi
  No delivery fee on your first order with live tracking.
• Gao Viet Kitchen
  Home of the Phozilla with 24-hour simmered marrow broth.
• Golden 9th Deli & Market
  Family run neighborhood deli and market since 1991.
• Golden Bell Donuts
  Voted 2026 top 5 best donut shop Golden Bell is a friendly mom and pop donut shop. Everything made in house.
• Golden Boy Pizza
  Serving Sanfrancilian style focaccia-dough pizza by slice or sheet since 1978.
• Guadalajara Grill
  Tasty food delivered to your office with corporate accounts available.
• Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
  Grill premium meats over flaming charcoal at your own table.
• Happy Lamb Hot Pot
  Renowned for six hour bone broth and no dipping sauce approach.
• Harry's Shoreview Deli
• Heidi's Pies Restaurant
  Bay Area's best pies made from scratch using fresh fruit.
• Himawari
  Offers gluten-free noodles and multiple ramen broth options including shoyu.
• HiroNori Craft Ramen
  Original ramen noodles fresh-cut every morning with 24-hour simmered broth.
• Hot Wok Bistro
  Neighborhood spot with a cozy and warm atmosphere offering Chinese food at a good price.
• Hotaru Restaurant
  Authentic Japanese sushi and home-style Japanese food in San Mateo.
• Hummus Mediterranean Kitchen
  Fresh food made in-house with naturally-raised meats slow-roasted rotisserie style.
• Ike's Place
  Hot sandwiches on Dutch Crunch bread with famous Dirty Sauce.
• Izakaya Fusion Grill Keitan
  Binchotan-grilled yakitori with daily happy hour and karaoke room experience.
• Izakaya Ginji
  Modern and globally inspired dishes with comfort in homestyle cooking.
• Izakaya Mai
• Jack's Restaurant & Bar
  Extensive menu reflecting Greek-American heritage with genuine old-school hospitality.
• Jeffrey's Hamburgers
  Handmade burgers ground fresh daily from Certified Angus Beef.
• Jersey Mike's Subs
  High quality meats and cheese sliced fresh with store baked bread.
• Johnny’s
  They bake every pie and give lifesavers to well behaved young diners.
• Joy Sushi
  Celebrating 20 years serving good food and treating everyone like family.
• Kaizen
  Very popular coffee spot sourcing coffee from around the world and rotating their selections to bring high quality, crafted coffee experiences.
• Kajiken
  Fresh homemade noodles with secret sauces and customizable toppings.
• Kaz Teriyaki Grill
  Very affordable, window service Japanese cuisine. Grab and go: Bento Box, Curry, Bowls, Noodles. Known for great service and friendly staff.
• Kazu Sushi and Sando
  Family-owned business serving omakase boxes and milk bread sandos.
• Kodawari Japanese Cuisine
  Sushi bar and yakitori with private tatami room dining.
• Kokko
• La Casa de Los Huevos
  Authentic Sinaloa breakfast and dinner with café de olla daily.
• La Fonda de San Mateo
  Experience happiness through their signature warm tortillas and authentic Mexican cuisine.
• La Lanterna Ristorante
  Family-run restaurant serving traditional Italian dishes with nightly specials.
• La Piñata
  Fresh Salvadorian and Latin American family recipes made with love.
• La Ronda Restaurant Peruvian Cuisine
  They serve fresh vegetables, seafood, and meats at reasonable prices.
• Lajawab Indian Cuisine
  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.
• Las Palomas Taqueria
• Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
  Handcrafted American food with happy hour drinks starting at three dollars.
• Leo's Tacos Truck (Food Truck)
  LA-born al pastor taco truck with a permanent San Mateo spot on El Camino Real. Known for tender spit-roasted pork, housemade salsas, and some of the best tacos on the Peninsula.
• Li's Knife Cut Noodle
  Handmade noodles cut with rhythmic precision bring comforting home flavors.
• Little Late Bird
  Fresh sandwiches, boba, coffee and Korean-inspired brunch dishes.
• Liuyishou Hotpot
  Authentic hot pot with 1,200+ global locations and fashionable quality.
• Lobster Chef
  Louisiana Cajun seafood boil with refreshing real fruit smoothies.
• Los Carnalitos (Food Truck)
  Beloved South San Mateo taco truck serving authentic Mexican street food six days a week. A neighborhood staple for tacos, burritos, and quesabirria at everyday prices.
• Lotus and Lime
  Thai and Vietnamese-inspired purple rice bowls with Wagyu beef.
• LUCETI'S on 25th
  Italian cuisine created by world-class chef and awarded San Franciscan Roger Bertola.
• M sandwiches Cafe
  Authentic French-Vietnamese bánh mì with house-made pâté and grilled meats.
• MalaTown Express
  Authentic malatang with customizable bowls at only $9.99 per pound.
• Maria's Restaurant
• Mariscos El Ajoyano
  They serve authentic ceviche and fresh Sinaloa style seafood dishes.
• Mateo Pizza Restaurant
  One of San Mateo's high rated pizza. Mateo pizza combines New York-style crust with Turkish flavors and fresh ingredients to offer a unique experience unlike any other.
• Maverick Jack's
  They use the best ingredients in a lively atmosphere.
• MB's Place
  Mobile food trailer serving award-winning BBQ and soul food.
• McGovern's Bar
  Irish pub atmosphere with influences from all over the world.
• Mendocino Farms
  Fresh ingredients and fearless flavor combinations create unexpected culinary adventures.
• Mikiya Wagyu Shabu House
  Premium Wagyu sourced from their own Masami Ranch with umami-rich broth.
• Miss Shang-San Mateo
  Authentic Guizhou-style dishes and signature sour soup rice noodles shine.
• MIXT
  SF-born salad institution celebrating its 20th anniversary with its first Peninsula location. Fresh chef-crafted salads and grain bowls made with locally sourced seasonal ingredients.
• Moonbowls (Healthy Korean Bowls)
  High quality, gluten-free ingredients with numerous plant-based options available.
• Mortar & Pestle Bar
  Handcrafted cocktails with Indian spices like garam masala and in-house syrups.
• Mountain Mike's Pizza
  Home of legendary crispy curly pepperoni with fresh daily dough.
• Mr Pizza Man San Mateo
  Uses domestic whole milk for sauce and hand-kneaded dough daily.
• MY Dumpling
  Hand-crafted dumplings and traditional favorites like Kung Pao Chicken.
• Myung Dong Tofu Cabin
  Serving home-style Korean food since December 2007 with authentic dishes.
• Neal's Coffee Shop
  Nothing frozen, all pasta and chowder made from scratch.
• New Thai Elephant
  Experienced chefs prepare authentic Thai dishes cooked to perfection.
• New Wing Fat Chinese Restaurant
• New York Pizza
  Fresh ingredients and New York-style pizza for over 31 years.
• Nick The Greek
  Fresh Greek street food with classic gyros and flavorful meals.
• No.5 House
  Authentic Chinese flavors with a modern twist for memorable dining.
• Noah's Bagels
  New York-style bagels baked fresh daily, paired with signature cream cheese spreads, egg sandwiches, deli favorites, and coffee.
• Noma Sushi
  Features creative sushi chefs who craft amazing custom dishes.
• North Beach Pizza
  Hand-tossed thin crust and deep dish Chicago-style pizzas with house-made sauces.
• O2 Valley
  Taiwanese fusion cuisine featuring bentos, grilled appetizers, and boba drinks.
• Oceanic Restaurant
• OLHSO Korean BBQ House
  Dine immersed in ambient projection mapping inspired by Korea's spirit.
• Ox 9 Lanzhou Handpulled Noodles
• Pacific Catch
  Sustainable seafood with Pacific Rim flavors and Aloha-inspired hospitality.
• Palette Tea Garden & Dim Sum
  Modern dim sum featuring unique Iberico Cha Siu and Peking Duck.
• Palmita
  Entire menu is gluten and dairy free with made-from-scratch sauces.
• Panther Brazilian Açai
  Customizable açai bowls made with 100% organic ingredients and vegan options.
• Pantry Family Restaurant
• Pausa
  Chef Andrea Giuliani creates authentic Italian cuisine from Northern California bounty.
• Peking Alley
  Fresh handmade noodles and dumplings served daily with authentic Beijing cuisine.
• Peninsula Italian American Social Club
  Features authentic Italian restaurant and beautiful bocce court on-site.
• Pho Element
  Broth cooked overnight brings out intense flavor you'll taste.
• Pinstripes
  From-scratch Italian-American cuisine served with bowling and bocce entertainment.
• Pizza My Heart (San Mateo)
  Award-winning pizzas loaded with locally grown California farm ingredients.
• PJ's Pizza Co.
  They never use seed oils and only use extra virgin oil
• Poke House - San Mateo
  House-made bowls blend modern creativity with classic Hawaiian flavors daily.
• Porterhouse
  Only Peninsula steakhouse dry-aging beef in-house with visible meat locker.
• Prime BBQ
  First Bay Area restaurant offering both Yakitori Izakaya and Chinese Skewer.
• Pupuseria El Salvador ( el rinconcito catracho)
  We offer fresh food including pupusas, ceviches, and authentic dishes.
• Pupusería La Casita
  Authentic Salvadoran restaurant specializing in handcrafted pupusas and traditional cuisine
• Pupuseria Valle de Jiboa
• Rainbow Pizza
  A San Mateo institution since 1983, Rainbow Pizza is a family-owned Greek and Italian restaurant serving hand-tossed pizzas, gyros, pasta, seafood, and generous portions in a lively Greek-themed setting.
• Ramen Dojo
  Weekly rotation of slow-cooked dishes reflecting best seasonal ingredients.
• Ramen Parlor
  Features distinctive lobster garlic pork and crab specialty ramen bowls.
• Ravioli House
  Historical San Mateo institution since 1940's. Ravioli made with a restored vintage machine from the 1930s paired with legendary handcrafted sandwiches.
• Reposado
  Higher end, extremely well presented Mexican inspired cuisine. Excellent tequila selection.
• Rin-Tei
  Thai and Japanese fusion with authentic flavors by Chef Tam.
• Rincon Del Cielo Taqueria (Food Truck)
  Weekday lunch taco truck on Delaware Street with quick fresh-made tacos and burritos. A reliable neighborhood spot for a fast affordable lunch Tuesday through Friday.
• Rise Woodfire Pizza & Rotisserie
  Rotisserie chicken and prime rib slow roasted over wood-burning spitfire.
• Romolo's Cannoli
  A three-generation Sicilian family bakery in San Mateo since 1968, hand-crafting cannoli filled to order with fresh ricotta, plus gelato, tiramisu, spumoni, and traditional Italian pastries.
• S El Camino Taqueria
  They offer fresh ingredients in super tacos, burritos, and enchiladas.
• Saigon City Restaurant
• SAJJ Mediterranean
  Fresh, locally-sourced Mediterranean food with bold flavors and unlimited customization.
• Sal's Burgers
  Voted as one of the best burgers in San Mateo, offering thoughtfully crafted halal burgers with quality. Sal himself recommends the Patty Melt.
• Sama Coffee Shop
  Sama Coffee offers traditional plus Turkish coffee as well as mediterranean pastries
• SAMIKCHA MOMO Indian-Nepali Cuisine
  Chef blends authentic Szechuan with Himalayan spices and Nepalese momos.
• San Mateo Prime
  Dry aged prime rib slowly roasted to perfection since 2007.
• Santa Ramen
  Serving authentic Yokohama-style ramen with rich broth since 1994.
• Sapore Express
  Hand-made pasta made fresh daily with highly-rated sauces downtown.
• Sapporo Rock & Roll Sushi
  VIP dining area and ocean fresh sushi served daily.
• Seapot Hot Pot & Korean BBQ
  Fresh ingredients delivered by unique conveyor belt for interactive dining.
• Seniore's Pizza
  Community mainstay for 13 years serving pizza, pasta, and sandwiches.
• Shah Restaurant
  Authentic halal Pakistani cuisine with fresh tandoor-baked naan and biryani.
• Shang Dumpling
  Freshly made dumplings with authentic classic Shanghai flavors.
• Sibby's Cupcakery
• Silver House
• Silver Lake Seafood Restaurant
• SimplyCake
  Asian inspired bakery in downtown San Mateo handcrafting light, airy cakes, artisan breads, and pastries using traditional techniques and authentic ingredients.
• Sole Ristorante Italiano
  They treat diners like family with homemade pastas and desserts.
• Sourdough & Co
  Freshly baked warm sourdough bread served with quality deli sandwiches.
• Suavecito Birria & Tacos
  A collaboration between local chefs serving tacos, burritos, and quesadillas. Specialize in Birria and fresh agua fresca.
• Sushi Edomata
  Fresh high-quality fish imported from Japan with traditional sushi dishes.
• Sushi Maruyama
  Highest grade seasonal fish from Tsukiji with traditional red vinegar.
• Sushilito Boy
• Swaad sutra Indian restaurant
  Authentic dishes crafted using traditional recipes and finest spices.
• Sweetgreen
  Fresh seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms for sustainable meals.
• Tabla Indian Restaurant
  Fresh locally sourced ingredients create authentic Indian dishes with vibrant flavors.
• Tacos Al Vapor Nueva Italia
  Authentic Mexican food from Michoacan with freshly handmade tortillas.
• TAI ER SICHUAN CUISINE
  Experience house-fermented sauerkraut fish from this global Sichuan sensation.
• Taishoken Ramen
  Tsukemen invented here is dipped in broth cooked two days.
• Taki Nori Hand Roll Bar
• Tang Bar San Mateo
  Build your own Malatang with slowly perfected broth and fresh ingredients.
• Tannourine Restaurant
  Authentic Lebanese cuisine focusing on herbs and fresh seasonal ingredients.
• Taqueria Las Pencas #2
  Great authentic taqueria nestled surrounded by culture and latin restaurants. Can't beat the prices and quality of food served by family style staff.
• Taquería Los Moreno
  Classic Mexican comfort dishes in a compact, colorful interior.
• Taqueria Los Primos
  Family-owned serving high quality authentic Mexican food for 26 years. Warm, friendly service.
• Taqueria Pancho Villa
  Award-winning salsa bar honored year after year at California State Fair.
• Taste and Glory
  Asian fusion brunch blending classic Western dishes with Thai flavors.
• Taste of Shaxian
  Famous Wonton Soup made with the freshest ingredients available.
• The Backhouse
  Chef Ju-i experiments with dry-aging and nontraditional garnishes on sushi.
• The Barrel Bistro and Wine Bar
  Hundreds of wines paired with selective cheeses, charcuterie, and seafood.
• The Swingin' Door
  Award-winning fish and chips plus karaoke four nights weekly.
• Thonglor Thai Bistro
  Traditional Thai dishes with modern twist served with warmth and hospitality.
• TinyB Chocolate Shop
  TinyB Chocolate handcrafts authentic Brazilian brigadeiros in small batches using premium ingredients, creating rich, gluten-free chocolate treats inspired by tradition and made in San Mateo.
• Tokie's Downtown
  Over 40 years serving Japanese comfort food in family atmosphere.
• Tong Sui
  Organic coconut pudding made with fresh coconut water and seasonal ingredients.
• Totoro Ramen
  Rich pork bone broth slow-cooked for over 18 hours daily.
• Town of dumpling
  Known for its varieties of dumplings and traditional Chinese dishes.
• Truffle Poké Bar
  Finest locally sourced ingredients with unique truffle fusion poke experience.
• Udon Mugizo
  Thick-cut homemade udon with kombu kelp stock and premium fish flakes.
• Urban Momo
  Family run restaurant serving momo dumplings, chow mein, and curry.
• Village Sandwich
  Juicy beef patties on toasted brioche buns with house-made sauce.
• Whisper
  Chef Nick Yoon crafts fusion flavors with precision and originality.
• Wunderbar
  Underground speakeasy featuring classic cocktails and creative riffs on them.
• Yuzu
  Fresh fish from Japan and large selection of premium sake.
• Zen Noodle Bar
  Family-owned restaurant serving authentic Shanghai dim sum and noodles.