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Vespucci Ristorante Italiano, San Mateo, CA

Vespucci Ristorante Italiano

4.8
4.8
855 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 1 time today
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Please consider:
*Kitchen closes at 8:30pm, we place last order at 8:15pm and we don’t accept any reservation after 8:00pm
*Being a small restaurant, it is crucial for us to know in advance if the number of guests in your party changes, or you want to change the time, or you are planning to not come at all. Please avoid to just not show up, but kindly call to inform us, it will be much appreciated. If we don’t hear from you, we will re-assign the table after 15 minutes. If you need to increase the number of guests on a reservation made through Open Table, please call the restaurant.
*We don’t take groups larger than 10 people on Fridays and Saturdays.
*About birthday celebrations : we don’t have a free dessert policy, if you order one from our dessert chart, we will bring it to the table with the candle. You can also bring your own cake, our cutting fee is $3 per person.
*Corkage fee is $25 per bottle.
*We don't longer offer outdoor seating, only indoor dining and take out.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Fri, Sat 11:30 am–1:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 685-6151
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Available for private parties, please contact us.
  • Neighborhood
    San Mateo
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 855 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Peninsula

    Best Service

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Vespucci Ristorante Italiano offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with "excellent food" and "outstanding meals." The owners, Francesco and Manuela, ensure every visit feels special with their friendly service. Traditional Italian family recipes and beautiful artwork create an authentic dining experience. Highly recommended for its consistent quality and charming ambiance.

855 Reviews
  1. Leslie

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Vespucci is a San Mateo gem. With so many Asian restaurants in town, it’s nice to have such a fabulous alternative. The food is excellent, the wine list is well-curated, the service is very good, the prices are reasonable and the proprietors are very charming. You can’t miss when you dine here!
    Vespucci Ristorante ItalianoResponded 1 day ago
    GRAZIE Leslie! Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your experience at Vespucci. It means the world to us that you appreciated our food, wine selection, and service. Providing a welcoming atmosphere and memorable dining experiences is our top priority. We look forward to seeing you again soon! Merry Christmas - Buon Natale

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  2. Mike

    VIP

    Raleigh

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food and service! The Petrole Sole is to die for.
    Vespucci Ristorante ItalianoResponded 2 days ago
    Grazie Mr Mike! Thank you for your continuous patronage and loyal support, it really means everything to us! Happy Holidays - Buone Feste M

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  3. Tom

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You are treated like family when you dine at Vespucci Ristorante (family you enjoy that is).
    Vespucci Ristorante ItalianoResponded on December 16, 2024
    Tom, GRAZIE! Thank you for your wonderful review! At Vespucci Ristorante, we strive to make every guest feel like part of our family—especially the kind you look forward to spending time with! We're so glad you enjoyed your experience and hope to welcome you back again soon. Buone Feste - Happy Holidays M

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  4. tina

    VIP

    San Francisco

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    this is an amazing restaurant and the food was delicious. Several options, all very good and tasty. From the appetizer to the dessert. Definately recommend this place
    Vespucci Ristorante ItalianoResponded on December 10, 2024
    Grazie Tina! Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your dining experience, from appetizers to dessert. It means a lot to us that you found everything delicious and appreciated the variety of options. Your recommendation is truly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Buone Feste - Happy Holidays

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  5. Sunil

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall great food and good options for vegetarians too.. enjoyed the lunch
    Vespucci Ristorante ItalianoResponded on November 26, 2024
    Grazie Sunil!!!! Thank you for loving us, your precious review is highly appreciated. We can't wait to welcome you back anytime soon, here at Vespucci! Buone Feste (Happy Holidays) M

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  6. Lily

    San Francisco

    16 reviews

    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    this is our second visit to this restaurant and was a little disappointed with the Rigatoni Al Salmone. The rigatoni was very rubbery and hard to chew, extreme "al dente". My dining partner thought it was not cooked enough and she was too polite to mention this to the waiter. She said she will take it home and add water to soften it if that was possible. I tried one rigatoni and felt like I was chewing a hard rubber hose, very inedible and unable to swallow. However I enjoyed my dish Zuppa di pesce - Seafood cioppino stew which was very tasty with the marinara sauce with a very delicate flavor. The crostinis were light and crunchy! Our appetizer and dessert were fine. Please review the rigatoni cooking and try it before serving it to your customers.
    Vespucci Ristorante ItalianoResponded on November 20, 2024
    Ciao Lily We're truly sorry to hear that the Rigatoni Al Salmone did not meet your expectations. Your feedback is valuable to us! We always strive to ensure our guests leave happy, and we are here to address any concerns during your visit. We make it a point to check in with our tables multiple times to make sure everything is to your liking. A quick mention at the table allows us to address any issues immediately, such as adjusting the cook time on your pasta, which would have taken just a few minutes. We want every guest to enjoy their meal! Please don't hesitate to let us know your preferences in the moment—it gives us the chance to fix the issue and make your experience a great one. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back for another visit soon. M

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  7. William

    VIP

    San Francisco

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food & Service is always exceptional . Owner / Hostess always warm & welcoming.
    Vespucci Ristorante ItalianoResponded on November 11, 2024
    William GRAZIE! Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoy both our food and service. It’s always our pleasure to welcome you, and we’re so grateful to have wonderful guests like you. Looking forward to your next visit! A presto, M

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  8. Marleen

    San Francisco

    218 reviews

    5.0

    218 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding Italian dishes, and a few new items on the menu! The added specials are a real treat, as are the desserts. Great atmosphere and service.
    Vespucci Ristorante ItalianoResponded on November 6, 2024
    Marleen, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Italian dishes and had the chance to try some of the new items on our menu. Our team works hard to bring fresh, exciting options and delicious desserts, and we're delighted they added to your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back for more great meals and a warm atmosphere soon! A presto, M

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  9. Paul

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best Italian food in town! Truly authentic. Excellent service, you can tell the owners care about the food and the restaurant. Highly recommended.
    Vespucci Ristorante ItalianoResponded on November 3, 2024
    GRAZIE PAUL! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food and our service. It's our passion to bring authentic Italian flavors and a welcoming experience to each of our guests, so it means a lot to know that this came through. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! A presto, M

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 31, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The customer service and ambiance were really nice! The food: - calamari was not evenly crispy throughout the batch. The portion size however was generous. - the risotto : the rice was not fully cooked. The service: the server and staff were super friendly, helpful and attentive.

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FAQs

Vespucci Ristorante Italiano offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 685-6151.

Vespucci Ristorante Italiano is rated 4.8 stars by 855 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Vespucci Ristorante Italiano

147 E. 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    San Mateo
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Fri, Sat 11:30 am–1:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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