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A photo of Pausa Bar & Cookery restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1836)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • San Mateo
Booked 43 times today
Pausa, a bar and cookery in San Mateo, calls for guests to take a recess from life and enjoy a dining experience that transports them to a place of leisure. With a strong focus on modern Italian, our menu will consist of house-made pasta, wood-fired pizza, wood-fired grill, and house-cured meats. Our friendly and knowledgeable team will ensure your pause is a memorable one.We are now taking reservations for our patio tables, bar, and indoor tables. As we practice social distancing with our new limited floor plan, we ask that you and your guests limit your dining to 2 hours to accommodate all reservations.When checking table availability, if outdoor seating is not an option to select, then your reservation will be for an indoor table as the outdoor may be booked. Thank you for understanding.
A photo of Cafe Florian restaurant
4.2
Awesome(337)
Price: Moderate
• American • Foster City
Booked 7 times today
Cafe Florian is a top choice for special occasions with its brunches and dinner service. Reviewers praise the ambiance and food selection, with the Christmas Day brunch and New Year's Eve dinner being particular highlights. The restaurant's attentive service, beautiful decor, and ample selection of food make it an ideal place for special family gatherings and celebrations.
A photo of Iron Gate restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(3040)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Belmont
Booked 17 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.
A photo of Porterhouse restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1673)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • San Mateo
Booked 24 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 Vivace - Belmont restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2384)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Belmont
Booked 31 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 Kincaid's Bayhouse - Burlingame restaurant
4.5
Awesome(4877)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Burlingame
Booked 42 times today
Kincaid's translates the traditional fish, chop and steak house into contemporary terms. In a casually elegant atmosphere, the restaurant offers outstanding cuisine and impressive bay views. You'll find new classics, consistent excellence and a splash of swagger!
A photo of Il Fornaio - Burlingame restaurant
4.4
Awesome(4427)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Burlingame
Booked 47 times today
Il Fornaio is renowned for its authentic award winning Italian cuisine. Specialties include wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; housemade pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and housemade soups; a wide variety of desserts; and fresh baked bread made daily from scratch. Annual winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.
A photo of Trapeze Restaurant - Burlingame restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1179)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Burlingame
Booked 15 times today
Welcome back Chef Rodriguez!As Chef Jose Rodriguez puts it aptly: ''When I am not in the kitchen cooking, I am experimenting and reinventing myself continually. I don't know any other way to feel alive.'' After a long hiatus, Chef Rodriguez returns to Trapeze where he always felt at home. Under a new management, Jose is granted the opportunity to express his creativity in his work freely. With years of experience and much amassed recognition in some of the most well known Michelin Star awarded restaurants in the Bay Area, we are all excited to see what wonders he will bring. ''In addition to my regular menu, I'm trying what I call approachable foods - simpler in some cases and more sophisticated creations in other'' said Mr. Rodriguez, who has been working as a private chef and caterer for over 20 years.For reservations larger than 10 or for private functions please contact the restaurant directly.
A photo of Central Park Bistro restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1693)
Price: Expensive
• American • San Mateo
Booked 10 times today
Central Park Bistro is the perfect spot for special occasions. With a variety of private dining rooms, a private wine cellar, and an award-winning wine list, it offers a sophisticated, yet fun dining experience. Reviews rave about the fantastic food and exceptional service, with many patrons returning for birthdays, anniversaries, and business dinners. The restaurant's ambiance, often described as warm and intimate, makes it an ideal location for celebrating special occasions.
A photo of Park & Howard Bistro restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1285)
Price: Moderate
• Bistro • Burlingame
Booked 23 times today
Park & Howard Bistro is the perfect spot for special occasions. With its cozy, rustic setting and an extensive wine list, it offers an intimate and sophisticated dining experience. Reviews rave about the excellent service and delicious food, and the private dining rooms make it ideal for corporate events and celebrations.

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  • Kevin
    San Francisco Bay Area •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We are new to the area and we found this restaurant on OpenTable. It was my husband's birthday and I wanted a place that was quiet, great food & wine and service. The Iron Gate far exceeded our expectations and we will definitely be back. Our waiter, Stamos, was fantastic! His recommendations were spot on. We had escargot to start. It was delicious and perfectly cooked. We then had their signature salad which was prepared table side. I don't think I've ever had a better salad. For our main course, we had the Iron Gate version of lamb (there was also a New Zealand rack option) and the veal parmigiana. Both dishes were perfectly cooked and just phenomenal. For dessert, we had the grand mariner souffle and it was incredible. One of the best things about the restaurant was watching all of the flambe dishes. The servers were just so precise and you could tell they are passionate about giving each diner an experience.
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    Iron GatePrice: Very Expensive• French• Belmont
    4.9
  • Jasonvip
    San Francisco Bay Area •41 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    I took my client to dinner here. Food was great. I had the petite filet and some steamed veggies, and we split an order of brussels sprouts with bacon. My client had the porterhouse. We enjoyed it very much; service was great, waiter was friendly but not overbearing. This restaurant is now definitely on my list of places to go for business dinners.
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    PorterhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• San Mateo
    4.7
  • Sharon
    San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Always a nice evening and great food! Our favorite place to dine!
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    Vivace - BelmontPrice: Moderate• Italian• Belmont
    4.7
  • Melanie
    San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    This is our favorite place for a family meal. Some of the dishes were empty and we had to wait 30 minutes for the trays to refill. It took too long. Service was great.
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    Cafe FlorianPrice: Moderate• American• Foster City
    4.2
  • Vivekananda
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    This restaurant was a great little find. Great food, great staff and ambience. Really cute little find.
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    Pausa Bar & CookeryPrice: Expensive• Italian• San Mateo
    4.7

Discover best special occasions restaurants in Foster City

Embark on a culinary journey in Foster City, nestled in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area Peninsula, where dining out for special occasions becomes a memorable experience. This area boasts a variety of restaurants that cater specifically to making your celebrations extraordinary, each offering unique settings from intimate to grandiose atmospheres. Whether you're planning an anniversary dinner, a birthday gathering, or a festive holiday meal, these establishments are renowned for their exceptional service, high-quality cuisine, and the ability to create a perfect ambiance for any special event. The dining scene in Foster City is vibrant and diverse, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of the region. Patrons can expect to find menus that range from gourmet international dishes to exquisite local specialties, all prepared with the freshest ingredients. These restaurants not only focus on delivering outstanding food but also on providing an overall experience that heightens any occasion. When searching for a place to celebrate life's milestones, the restaurants in Foster City offer both a feast for the palate and a delightful setting, ensuring your special occasions are nothing short of spectacular.

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