Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Belmont

66 restaurants available nearby

1. Iron Gate

4.8

Exceptional(3065)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Belmont

Booked 10 times today

Iron Gate offers excellent Continental cuisine in an elegant environment. The only restaurant with table site & flambe service in the bay area. Private Rooms available for 25 up to75 guests. The entire restaurant can be bought out for private parties.

2. Divino Belmont

4.8

Exceptional(1251)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Belmont

Booked 4 times today

Divino Ristorante serves delicious, authentic regional Italian cuisine, in a casually elegant and comfortable setting. Since first opening its doors on Ralston Avenue in Belmont, it has enjoyed rave reviews for its beautifully prepared and presented Italian fare and excellent service. Conveniently located on Ralston Avenue near El Camino Real, you can enjoy the freshest pasta, salads, seafood, veal, chicken and lamb dishes attractively presented with the experience of dining in Italy. Allow our professional staff to assist you in choosing the perfect wine from any region of Italy to perfectly complement your meal. For your next dinner with friends or family, or for a romantic dinner for two, you can count on Divino.

3. Vivace - Belmont

4.7

Exceptional(2393)

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!

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4. Central Park Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(1715)

Price: Expensive

• American • San Mateo

Booked 12 times today

Central Park Bistro is a 100 seat contemporary restaurant in downtown San Mateo featuring fresh seasonal American cuisine by Chef Ricardo Garcia, in the $15-$45 range. We offer a carefully chosen eclectic Wine Spectator award-winning wine list. Central Park Bistro is an affordable sophisticated, fun dining experience. Relax and unwind with a house specialty cocktail at our wonderful Martini Bar. We also have several intimate private dining rooms perfect for that corporate presentation business meeting, wedding rehearsal dinner, retirement/anniversary dinner, or any special function you may have in mind. Check out our private wine cellar room which seats up to 8 people for that extra special dining experience.For reservations larger than 12 or for private functions please contact the restaurant directly.

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5. Pausa Bar & Cookery

4.7

Exceptional(1852)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • San Mateo

Booked 61 times today

Pausa Bar & Cookery in San Mateo is a neighborhood gem. Known for its modern Italian cuisine, guests rave about the 'super high quality' and 'exceptional' food. The 'fabulous' service and 'beautiful' ambiance are also frequently mentioned in reviews. As one reviewer put it, 'This place is a GEM! Foods are amazing!' Another stated, 'Always amazing. High quality food and the best service!'

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6. Izzy's on the Peninsula

4.1

Excellent(1364)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • San Carlos

Booked 8 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.

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7. Rustic House - San Carlos

4.7

Exceptional(291)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • San Carlos

Booked 6 times today

Rustic House Oyster Bar and Grill specializes in seafood cuisine. Dishes may include freshwater fish. The concept may focus upon the preparation and service of fresh seafood. We also offer additional American non-seafood items such as chicken, beef, and pasta dishes.

8. Timber & Salt

4.5

Awesome(725)

Price: Expensive

• American • Redwood City

Booked 12 times today

Timber & Salt is a downtown Redwood City restaurant and bar serving quality steaks, seafood and craft cocktails. Our kitchen, led by award-winning chef Joshua Regal serves fresh, seasonal dishes highlighting the best ingredients California has to offer. We also serve one of the best burgers in Silicon Valley. Our cocktail program features hand-crafted cocktails using select spirits, house made syrups, bitters, tinctures and specialty garnishes. We also feature a deep list of spirits, fine wines and specialty beer. Both the kitchen and bar utilize fresh ingredients from our farm in Woodside California. Timber & Salt has intimate indoor seating for over 50 guests and an enclosed, heated outdoor patio for up to 30 guests. We are open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday.

9. La Viga Seafood

4.5

Awesome(352)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Redwood City

Booked 10 times today

La Viga Seafood is a neighborhood gem in Redwood City, known for its creative Mexican fusion dishes made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Reviews consistently praise the restaurant for its unique and delicious food, friendly service, and relaxed atmosphere. One review even calls it a 'hidden gem' in the area. Its outdoor seating and take-out services make it a versatile dining option for any occasion.

10. Porterhouse

4.8

Exceptional(1706)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • San Mateo

Booked 32 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

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San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always presented with new, creative, & tasty cocktails, never boring.
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Central Park BistroPrice: Expensive• American• San Mateo
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4.8
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Stephen
San Francisco Bay Area •44 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I have been to Vivace a number of times but haven’t been back for quite awhile. This visit for our party of 4 was equally memorable as the previous times. We all thought our dinners were superb and the portions were generous. We thoroughly enjoyed everything we ordered from the Bruschetta appetizer to the Cesare and Butter Lettuce salads to the Orecchiette Pasta, Eggplant Parmesan and Scaloppine di Vitello entrees and the Hazelnut Sundae and Tiramisu desserts were simply delicious. While the restaurant was full and rather noisy, we were fortunate to sit in a booth at the end of the room we were in, so the noise was abated. We look forward to our next visit in a much shorter period of time.
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Vivace - BelmontPrice: Moderate• Italian• Belmont
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4.7
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Lee
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great service as always. Incredibly delicious food! Truly the perfect dining experience!
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Iron GatePrice: Very Expensive• French• Belmont
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4.8
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KristinaVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
Amazing from start to finish. Burrata and crudo were are favorite apps. Pizzas are all incredible. Reminds me of traveling through Italy. Finally a great spot without having to drive to the city!
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Pausa Bar & CookeryPrice: Expensive• Italian• San Mateo
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4.7
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Jean-Marie
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 22, 2024
We always are made to feel welcome and extra special at Divino. The people are wonderful, the food excellent, and ambiance is happy and personalized. Bravo Divino!
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Divino BelmontPrice: Moderate• Italian• Belmont
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4.8

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1. Iron Gate

2. Divino Belmont

3. Vivace - Belmont

4. Central Park Bistro

5. Pausa Bar & Cookery

6. Izzy's on the Peninsula

7. Rustic House - San Carlos

8. Timber & Salt

9. La Viga Seafood

10. Porterhouse

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