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A photo of Delizie restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(651)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • San Carlos
Booked 8 times today
"Delizie" meaning delicious, is an enthusiastic endeavor to preserve sacred family traditions & bring delight to peoples’ plates far beyond Italy's borders. Hailing from Calabria, the infamous "toe" of the Italian peninsula where the mountains meet a breathtaking coastline, owner Francesco Ruggiero brings to life the richness of this southern region's culinary heritage, introducing & reacquainting others with an irresistible array of savory flavors & vibrant aromas. Using a combination of carefully selected imports & fresh, locally grown ingredients, you can indulge to your heart's desire in a variety of homemade pastas & traditional dishes. To render the meal complete pair your food with an appealing wine from a list featuring Italian & Californian wines that best suit your palate. The restaurant itself maintains a cozy, relaxed, yet elegant feel that invites others to join in the ambience that comes to life when the simplest things are brought to the table: good food, wine & people.
A photo of Amour Amour Wine Bar & Tapas restaurant
4.5
Awesome(119)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • San Mateo
Booked 3 times today
Amour Amour celebrates 10 years anniversary with the relaxed lifestyle, where small plates, good drinks and a cozy and tranquil atmosphere are all part of the experience. Guests can start with the sachet de prosciutto wrapped with goat cheese, fig jam, almonds and herbes de Provence for an introduction to Amour Amour’s culinary French and Spanish style. Popular hot tapas options include the Spanish seafood paella and Spanish meatballs in a sauce consisting of tomato, nutmeg and paprika, The roasted patatas bravas with spicy tomato aioli is another favorite. Amour Amour’s cold tapas plates, such as the Oregano octopus, capers , or the burrata capresse , are flavorful and refreshing ,squid ink paella . For a sweet bite, enjoy the tropical coconut panna cotta with mango puree. Be sure to wash your meal down with a house-made sangria. Bon appetit !!!Family owned and operated !
A photo of Porterhouse restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1699)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • San Mateo
Booked 16 times today
The renowned art of dry aging finally arrives in San Mateo, as our new dry aging window is now completed. We are proud to be the only restaurant on the Peninsula (In between San Francisco & San Jose) to have an in-house dry aging facility. Our new menu featuring these marvelous cuts of beef is now available.To accompany your steak, our Wine List celebrates the acclaimed wines of Napa Valley, Willamette Valley, France and Italy. In addition to our steak and chop offerings, our Chef provides for a daily selection of fresh fish and seafood.Whether you are having a romantic dinner, entertaining some friends and family, having a business meeting, or hosting a private party, we will provide you with the ideal setting for your next outing.*Please note that we have re-located 2 blocks away to 164 S B Street, San Mateo, CA 94401
A photo of Elia - San Carlos restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(74)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • San Carlos
Booked 34 times today
Elia is committed to crafting an exceptional dining experience for you and your dear ones. Our menu features authentic Greek dishes prepared with care, served in a delightful ambiance that reflects our dedication to maintaining high standards of quality and service.
A photo of Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo restaurant
4.3
Awesome(3004)
Price: Moderate
• American • San Mateo
Booked 13 times today
Whether you’re chatting over a flavorful roasted chicken salad or sipping a merlot as your hand-cut blackened ribeye is mesquite grilled over a live fire, Paul Martin’s American Grill is the ideal place to impress or decompress. Located in the Hillsdale Shopping Center, our restaurant offers classic American cuisine set to a higher standard. Sink into plush seating in our polished yet welcoming dining room and experience the remarkable hospitality that makes dining with us an event.
A photo of Vivace - Belmont restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2381)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Belmont
Booked 21 times today
Translated from the Italian language, Vivace means "lively", which is exactly the ambiance at Vivace - Belmont where culinary creations join with excellent wines to celebrate the cuisine of Northern Italy. Highly regarded as one of the best restaurants on the Peninsula, Vivace Ristorante is located in the charming city of Belmont. The warm interior is designed as to permit the viewing of the talented chefs as they prepare an array of Italian dishes with emphasis in the regions of Piemonte and Toscana. With its exceptional cuisine, elegant ambiance, high level of service, and extensive wine list (2003-2019 Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence), Vivace creates a wonderful dining experience in which the gastronomia of Northern Italy is celebrated everyday!
A photo of Izzy's on the Peninsula restaurant
4.2
Awesome(1363)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • San Carlos
Booked 11 times today
A Bay Area Tradition Since 1987...Izzy’s on the Peninsula is a second-generation, family-owned dining destination that has become a beloved neighborhood establishment since its flagship location opened in 1987.Izzy’s dynamic menu celebrates traditional steakhouse fare, featuring fresh interpretations of the classics. You'll find a selection of steaks & chops, local seafood, regional wines, and inventive cocktails.Fresh off of a year-long renovation, Izzy's showcases a new design inspired by our rich history; along with additional private dining spaces, a reimagined bar & lounge space, and a brand new garden for outdoor dining.
A photo of Rise Woodfire - San Mateo restaurant
4.4
Awesome(639)
Price: Moderate
• American • San Mateo
Booked 31 times today
Proudly local and family-owned, we serve elevated comfort food including wood-fired pizza and rotisserie fare in the heart of Downtown San Mateo (located inside a historical train station!). Try local favorites like our signature pizzas, prime ribs and roast chickens, as well as many vegan and vegetarian-friendly dishes to choose from. Our indoor and outdoor dining are open, so come experience our grand main dining room or dine outside in our state-of-the-art heated covered patio -- kids love watching the trains go by! Takeout service for pickup and delivery are available - Order online through our website www.risewoodfire.com.For table reservations of 13 or more, please contact us directly at info@risewoodfire.com
A photo of Mistral Restaurant & Bar - Redwood City restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1314)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Redwood City
Booked 5 times today
Mistral’s California cuisine focuses on serving the best local ingredients available. Mistral is a destination restaurant for anniversaries & birthdays, and has an off-the-beaten-path ambiance with year-‘round patio dining and water views, an outdoor fireplace, and plenty of outside heaters. Two private rooms and the covered patio are available for private dining, business dinners, banquets, cocktail parties, weddings, and special events.A note on waterfront tables:WE DO NOT ACCEPT RESERVATIONSWe kindly ask that you and your party follow our dining limit of 1 hour and 30 minutes on our waterfront tables.Your time limit starts from your reservation time.
A photo of The Cask Wine Bar restaurant
4.5
Awesome(110)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • San Carlos
Booked 9 times today
Cozy and intimate, welcoming and friendly, elegant selection of cheeses, fish, pastas, charcuterie and wine, CASK is all about wine!!! In downtown San Carlos, the Cask Wine and Cheese Bar offers a enjoyable wine and food experience.

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  • Donato
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Perfect experience service was top-notch. Food was top-notch very happy with this restaurant.
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    Elia - San CarlosPrice: Expensive• Greek• San Carlos
    4.7
  • MelanieVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Double celebration of Christmas Day and birthday dinner. We wanted a good beef dinner for Christmas Day and Porterhouse did not disappoint. Greeted warmly by the hostess. Ambiance was nice and cozy in the little alcove. Bruno came by to say “hello” to our birthday girl. Her family are frequent diners of Porterhouse. Food, wine and beer selections were great. Service by Kayla during our dinner was superb. We very much enjoyed our filet mignon, porterhouse and prime rib! Will be back when we want an excellent quality beef dinner.
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    PorterhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• San Mateo
    4.7
  • Emiliza
    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •6 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We had a party of 7 dining at Delizie a few days ago. The service was friendly and very attentive by the wait staff. The restaurant is small, quaint, intimate, and cozy. Waters for the table, fresh focaccia bread, and olive tapenade were provided for our table. The bread and tapenade were exceptionally fresh and so good. We had to control ourselves from eating too much of the bread. We shared calamari fritti as an antipasti - lightly breaded calamari and carrots - delish - crispy on the outside and so tender inside. The entrees are substantial portions for our small stomachs, so we primarily shared between twos... The shared entrees were the pappardelle al salmone, fettuccine al porcini, and spaghetti alla carbonara. All the entrees tasted very good, the salmon dish was a little too salty, otherwise the rest if the entrees were well seasoned. We could tell all the pastas were freshly made. We all loved our meal... black coffee were ordered and was very smooth to taste and hot - we could tell that it didn't come from a drip coffee maker. The coffee was a nice ending to a wonderful dinner. We highly recommend Delizie.
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    DeliziePrice: Expensive• Italian• San Carlos
    4.8
  • RoyVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •18 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Just my wife and I enjoying Christmas Eve dinner before leaving town for the holidays. Seated immediately, our server was with us within a few minutes. The pacing of the food was excellent. Never felt rushed. We hadn't been to the restaurant in a couple of years and the prices had gone up exponentially, but I guess that's par for the course. One appetizer, a salad, two entrees, a desert to share, and four alcoholic beverages came out to $224.We enjoyed our night; the food was delicious and were out the door in 90 minutes. As an added bonus, we left satisfied but not stuffed.
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    Paul Martin's American Grill - San MateoPrice: Moderate• American• San Mateo
    4.3
  • Carly
    San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Great restaurant vibes so cozy and welcoming Enjoy many dishes with my friends Service was so warm and welcoming ! Enjoy the sangria I can wait for coming back and keeping enjoying the delicious food!!
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    Amour Amour Wine Bar & TapasPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• San Mateo
    4.5

Discover best cozy restaurants in Foster City

Discover the charm of cozy dining in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area, Peninsula, Foster City with our curated selection of restaurants. Each venue is chosen for its unique ability to provide a warm, inviting atmosphere, making them perfect spots for both relaxed evenings and intimate gatherings. These establishments are celebrated for their exceptional service and high-quality culinary offerings, which range from local comfort foods to gourmet dishes, ensuring a memorable dining experience. The dining scene in Foster City reflects a blend of cultural influences, offering an eclectic mix of cuisines that cater to a variety of tastes and preferences. The ambiance of the listed restaurants is designed to make diners feel at ease, with thoughtful decor and soft lighting that truly embody the essence of coziness. Whether you're a local or visiting, these spots are ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a meal in a comfortable and charming setting. Embrace the delightful experience of cozy dining in Foster City, where every meal is served with a touch of warmth.

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