Excellent well marbled dry aged steaks with a matching price…read more I got a few big dry aged ribeyes and they were fantastic. I did dry brine them for a day before cooking, followed by a 2-zone charcoal grill (sear over the charcoal, bring up to temp away from the charcoal). The steak was fantastic - very tender, very juicy, and just a hint of the dry aged flavor. If you want the funkiness that a 60+ dry aged steak will bring this isn't it, but if you want something just a bit more complex than other steaks you'll definitely like this. $230 for 4 steaks isn't cheap, HOWEVER you'd never find this quality of dry aged steak in this quantity for that price at a steakhouse, and you won't find this quality at Costco or Whole Foods. The only comparable steaks I have had are from the premium online retailers, and I've tried many of them. Flannery Beef, Snake River Farms. DeBragga, Lobel's, Pat LaFrieda - all will sell you a very good steak. But: 1. It will cost more, given shipping 2. It will take longer 3. You're not supporting a local business So if it's Friday and you want a restaurant-or-better quality steak, Gambrel is the obvious choice. While I didn't purchase anything besides steak, I did notice they sell lots of high end Italian foods and charcuterie. It looked good and the prices matched the meat, maybe next time. Steak and pasta does make a good if indulgent meal. The overall vibe is of an old school butcher and specialty shop. Even if you've never been in one it's something you've seen on TV or a movie. The guy at the counter was also helpful with figuring out the portion I needed, fast at cutting, and trimmed the ribeyes beautifully. The only downside has to be the parking. Downtown Redwood City is just a disaster. I know they can't fix it but I seriously almost didn't come because the main thought in my head was "ugh am I going to be able to find a spot within walking distance?" Fortunately I was able to park right out front since it wasn't peak hours but that was just pure luck.

Wow what a fun store! Needed various sausages for a country french stew and this place did not…read moredisappoint. Nice selection of specialty items, sausages, sauces, and rubs. Keep your eyes peeled or you might walk right on by - don't! Go in and get 2 of each sausage and enjoy! Don't be fooled, the entrance looks interesting, but not like a sausage store? Walk boldly in, because it is, and make your family's night. Owner was a little gruff this day in person, and absolutely wonderful on the phone. No idea why. But we enjoyed his sausage an his store and will return.

PureWagyu.com and my friend Mark will provide the succulent, raw materials for a heavenly Wagyu…read moreBeef (air-flown fresh from Miyazaki, Japan) experience. Though they sell it in blocks of ribeye, filet mignon, NY Strip (drop those drawers NY babee~) etc., call Mark and he can tell you what retail outlets are having a special on cut pieces. Purveyor to some of the finest Yelp reviewed dining establishments, this is the way to get a 10 pound block, with documentation and certificate giving all the particulars of that block of fresh Wagyu. Friends, myself, the non-profit I invest time with have all had the Trex Miyazaki Wagyu and to a T have all pronounced it a most special experience in beef. Last time I cooked up some, Mark advised that I cut it into big pieces, simply sea salt and fresh ground pepper season, sear (do not use any oil) in a VERY hot cast iron pan, cut into bite size pieces with simple dipping sauces. Or tartare, nigiri style, a little bit goes a long way. Regaled of tales of visits to Miyazaki to visit the meat in motion, steers are comfortably two to a corral, daily beers, massage and happy cows make incredibly marbled steaks. Kind of like "uni," where you can't harvest it if the sea was rough within the last 3 days, taste affected, the contention is Wagyu Beef is best from hecka happy steers. Trex also offers every other type of beef, Angus, etc. but this is about the finest beef in the world, and you're getting it for wholesale. Mark is also an avid supporter of a number of non-profits that I know of, so all the more reason to support this proprietor. A5 rated and with reports of some Wagyu/Kobe beef having bogus documentation, Trex and Mark at Trex will make sure you're getting the real thing ... and how sweet it is ... actually beefy but I was being analogous. A typical 10 lb. block will run you about $600 and worth every penny... Mark's associate Koh is also the purveyor of the only (imagine Tiffany or just look at my pic) Blue Champagne in the world. All natural and "methode champagne" so look for that when it's introduced sometime this year in the States. It was already introduced in Tokyo I believe. "Something Blue ... In your magic moments." It says that on the label in back. It's true. Ah, the aroma of seared Wagyu beef ... almost makes me want to put a finger in the oils left in the cast iron pan and dab it behind my ears ...

Boutique, traditional market. Big variety of seafood…read morevegetables, and meat. I think the owner is the person that worked there so the service is great. I love the concept of farm table .

I called this place a couple of days ago to ask for some guidance on a frozen salmon i received…read morefrom a friend who was visiting Alaska. Maynor (im sorry if i spelled your name wrong) was so helpful over the phone. I have never deboned a fish before and he was kind & knowledgable about it. I went in a day later to bring the same fish for Maynor to cut up for me & he was so kind about it. I will be coming back for other services.

Wow, the last reviews are from 07? This must be the best kept secret on Burrito Alley. $4.99 for…read morea Super Burrito (what a steal compared to all the other taquerias down the block)? The Tacos Dorado are so good, served with sour cream, guacamole, cabbage and pico de gallo on the side. Even caught them making fresh pupusa's a few times. Yes, I am biased as I've been coming here for the past four years. Let's keep it a secret.....

Maria is the worse cashier l saw in. San. Mateo. Markets…read more She didn't say hello nothing just with a sour face give the price for pay and put the change on the counter. The owner need to put a nice person in front with a nice actitud And give the best experience on the Bussines Maria looks like she is tired of say hello. ! But. Hello is all her mouth have to say Looks like she is working for free. She need to looking for a job likes better probably the kitchen makes burritos or pupusas can fit on her she looks more like a kitchen lady than cashier. Esta market tiene a Maria de cajera que no sabe decir hola a sus clientes tiene una actitud muy Amarga. El dueño debe poner a niñas que quieren trabajar no a señoras que tienen problemas con sus hijos y marido. Y los clientes tenemos Que soportar sus amarguras. Ya suficiente que todo lo que ahi venden es caro y para acabar una amargada me cobra aventando mi cambio en el mostrador. Le recomiendo al dueño que la ponga a hacer burritos o popusas asi no solo probara la comida y sera Feliz. Sino Que lo mejor no gastara saliva en decir hola y sonrreir que se ve Que no le gusta. !!

Cute little Persian grocery store on El Camino Real. As soon as I walked in, the staff or owner…read moretried to help and asked if I needed assistance. Most of the items were new to me so I was just curious and browsing. One thing I wanted to try was the saffron and pistachio ice cream I saw in the fridge, but I was on my way to lunch so I will have to get it next time!

I'm new to teaching in the district and when I asked my students the best place to pick up Persian…read moreessentials for the new year, they mentioned this market. I had a fantastic experience and am so excited to add this to my regular stops.

Mi favorito Mexicano supermercado con conchas - pan dulce! What's more? Fresh corn tortillas made…read morein house that were still warm later in the day! And more? Very clean and spacious! Well lit, lots of people shopping, safe and secure, and well organized. Everyone was nice and congenial. It was also Cinco de Mayo! Regardless, I think the people there would have been just as nice and professional. In fact, someone in line helped point out an open register, and I said ah, thank you and moved over there. T'was a good environment and so I'm happy to return for many future purchases. Muy bien!

Want rude service and high prices?…read more The come here if you do. Pastries are $1.75 each and are dry.we bought a bread and a churro and they both sucked. Green Onions were $2 for a small bunch and the taqueria where my coworker got a taco had dried out meat and rice. This is not a place that is winning us over.

I wandered into Del Oliva today not knowing much about olive oil or balsamic vinegar, and left…read morewondering why I hadn't discovered this place sooner. Eddie made the entire experience. He was incredibly welcoming, genuinely passionate about his craft, and took the time to walk us through a variety of olive oils and balsamic vinegars without ever making it feel like a sales pitch. He encouraged us to sample numerous combinations, explained the different flavor profiles, and answered every question with enthusiasm. You can tell he truly enjoys helping people find something they'll love. The shop itself has a warm, rustic charm that makes you want to slow down and browse. There is an impressive selection of olive oils and balsamic vinegars, from classic everyday staples to unique flavors that you probably wouldn't think to try until you taste them. Whether you're a serious home cook or just looking for a unique gift or something to elevate your next meal, Del Oliva is absolutely worth a visit. Great products, an inviting atmosphere, and outstanding customer service from Eddie made this one of the most memorable shopping experiences I've had in Burlingame.

An absolutely wonderful experience at Del' Oliva last weekend! I was over at my friend's house for…read morelunch and she shared with me a recent purchase of a pear white balsamic vinegar that left me speechless! We ended up going to Burlingame that same day so I could try it out for myself. Metered street parking at and located in downtown Burlingame, Del' Oliva is quaint and offers gourmet olive oils and vinegars. Their products are fresh and their customer service is top tier. Immediately welcomed upon entering by the owners and shared with us a few samples and combinations of extra virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars on tap. You can taste the fruits in their vinegars. Fantastic variations that would elevate your dishes. I picked up a lime infused olive oil and pear white balsamic vinegar. Overall, would recommend checking out for all foodies and home cooks!

One of our favorite things to do when we're on vacation is to visit local supermarkets and farmers…read moremarkets to see what is on offer in that part of the world. Sometimes you discover new foods and other times, you can be amazed by how expensive or inexpensive something can be. Since we can't travel internationally all the time, the next best thing is to wander into stores that offer staples from other countries. After lunch today, my wife walked into Istanbul Market next door and came out with three desserts. Unfortunately, we failed to write down the names and descriptions of what we got. Just three yummy looking morsels. We know one was Baklava. One was Turkish Delight. We're not sure what the third one was. I reserve my sweet tooth for ice cream, so I didn't personally try these, but she said that they were all super sweet. Service was reserved, but friendly.

Good market with many good quality products of Turkish brands. I don't like American jam or French…read morebrand at all and I can't eat it. Istanbul market has good quality Turkish jam of various fruit kinds. Also many different kind of feta cheese and also specifically Turkish versions of feta cheese, Ezine white cheese! You can't find it anywhere else and you should definitely try this one. They have also different kinds of good kashkaval cheese. Only thing that was missing was "tulum" cheese. I hope I can find it next time!