No plans. Post-high school basketball game. Hungry. American Bull Bar & Grill appeared. Decision…read moremade. Walked into what is clearly a local institution - the kind of place where regulars know the staff's kids' names. Weekday evening crowd skewed silver-haired, which in my experience is always a good omen. These people have been eating out for decades - they know where the bodies are buried and where the good food is. Server was legitimately excellent. Paced the order so apps didn't collide with entrees - a simple move that most places fumble. Checked in without hovering. Knew the menu cold. Then this happened: I asked for a Pliney. He asked, "Elder or Younger?" That's when I had to pause. In all my years of ordering Plineys, no one has ever asked me that. Because no one has ever randomly had Pliney the Younger on tap. These guys did - apparently a locally advertised special that had been going on that day. They had a Keg of this rare stuff, and it was depleting quickly. I got the Younger on repeat till I was barely stumbling out of the place. Life is good. Ordered the Cheesesteak and it was legit - not playing around. The family went burgers, hot dogs, and wings. Zero complaints across the board. Bar fare done right, priced right, with zero pretension. Sometimes the best finds are the ones you didn't plan for.

American Bull is a solid sports bar serving up refreshing drinks and tasty food! This recent trip…read morewas actually my second time here, though the first time feels like forever ago (some time pre-pandemic). LOCATION: Its home is within the Burlingame Plaza, next door to a Lunardi's grocery store. It's located directly across from the Mills-Peninsula Medical Center on the corners of Trousdale and El Camino Real. PARKING: There generally is enough parking, though you may have to walk a bit further depending on the time of day and how busy it is. The lot and area seem safe, even at night when other things in the shopping center have closed down. INSIDE: We went on a Sunday evening, around 6pm to watch the Sunday Night Football game. It was actually pretty busy, though there was some bar and highboy seating as well as a couple tables still available. We went with the traditional table because the older we get, the more we appreciate back support. There are TVs EVERYWHERE. Most of the walls are lined with TVs, playing a variety of sports, but mostly whatever's local or the "main game". It's also pretty loud-you're still able to have a conversation amongst a smaller group of people, but you definitely have to be listening intently. There is a lot of cool, mostly local, sports memorabilia. They have a whole Giants corner, in addition to lots of Niners autographed jerseys, helmets, and footballs. There's also a wall with dozens of autographed baseballs. We took some time to look at the names, and noticed the likes of Mickey Mantle, Willie McCovey, and plenty of other Hall of Famers! DRINKS: Their drink menu consists of 10+ white wine, 6 red wine, and 2 sparkling wine options available by the glass or the bottle. They have bottled beer (domestic, imports, and microbrew) and cans (White Claw, High Noon, Wyder's Pear Cider, Ace Joker apple cider, and Guinness). They also have a couple non-alcoholic beer options, and other non-alcoholic options (coffee, tea, Pepsi products, juice, and Arnold Palmers). They also have over a dozen beers on tap, as well as a full bar that can provide shots and likely make most cocktails. Prices for most drinks are actually quite reasonable for the area--on par with a sports bar more than a fancy restaurant. FOOD: Their menu is surprisingly big for what seems to be a shopping center sports bar. For apps, they have a lot of typical bar food options (fries, onion rings, potato skins, mozzarella sticks, wings, chicken tenders, sliders, quesadillas, tacos, and even Lumpia). There is a section with half a dozen tasty sounding salads, available in full or half sized portions. There is also a separate section for their chili, which is served in a cup or bowl, with shredded cheese, chopped onion, sour cream, and fresh jalapenos. The sandwich portion of the menu runs 10+ deep with options such as burgers, a patty melt, Philly cheese steak, grilled and Buffalo fried chicken, salmon, BLT, and even a hotdog or polish dog (technically not a sandwich)! The entree section has some bangers too, with items like BBQ ribs, NY steak, grilled or blackened salmon, linguini, chicken parm, ravioli, and meatballs. I love that this section has an Italian flair, and want to come back to try things like the chicken parm! This most recent trip we went with friends and split a few things amongst the groups. I got the patty melt, with a side of chili. The melt was solid, not spectacular. I would have liked the grilled onions cooked a little more. The chili was also good, not great. We got all the accoutrements on the side, which allowed us to try it on its own first, then add as we go. Our friends ordered a Chinese chicken salad, and a burger basket with onion rings. They both finished their meals and noted that they enjoyed them! OVERALL: While this is basically a bar, it's also a restaurant. There were several children under the age of 10 running around screaming that were part of larger groups. Not sure if there's a specific time when minors are no longer allowed? The service was friendly enough, and the bathrooms were clean when we went. This is for sure a great spot to grab a drink, bite to eat, and watch a sports game or 3! IG: @bbnem.eats

Fiona helped us out and gave me a perfect drink recommendation. 10/10 service, would highly…read morerecommend

Amazing service! Great place for drinks, happy hour, + live music Benny makes some great mezcal…read moredrinks

Extremely terrible experience and it's only with one simple fixable thing: the bartender. The…read morebartender has a very bad attitude. One of the things that happened when I visited this bar was I asked for a simple lemonade. The reason was because I had a soccer game the next day and I didn't want to drink alcohol and I wanted to get some electrolytes in me. It would have been very simple for the bartender to just say, "I'm sorry we don't serve lemonade." Instead what he did is say I worked here 20 years and he never served lemonade and then kept scoffing at me. He kept saying this three times, walking back and forth, up until the point the patron next to me even said, "Don't worry about him." After that without even me talking to him, he said, "Who orders lemonade at an Irish pub?" Then without me saying anything, he said, "No one orders lemonade at an Irish pub." I was honestly just trying to get a drink and he made me feel very dumb. Overall if a patron asks you for a drink, it's very easy just to say, "I'm sorry we can't do that," but he kept making me feel like an idiot. I was also surprised they did not serve lemonade; that's a very simple request. He didn't offer any alternatives except for 7-Up, which I didn't really want but paid for anyway. I ended up not drinking it even after I paid for it and leaving the bar. I guess the bartender got what he wanted. He gave me a drink that was other than lemonade; he made me pay for it and I just left the bar unhappy. I would highly recommend against visiting this establishment, especially with the grumpy bartender. He is an older white Irish guy. I understand they might have your own customers at the bar but I think it costs nothing to treat patrons with respect and not tell them that they're stupid for asking for a drink. Overall I would not recommend this place at all. Very enforced error. Sad!

In all my days bopping around the Peninsula and especially because I have family in Burlingame.. it…read morewas the first time I had ever stepped foot into Paddy Flynn's. Super impromptu meetup with a girlfriend, I said let's try out Paddy Flynn's. We got a Guiness (duh) and a gin and tonic. Bartender was no-nonsense. I expected it to be crowded due to the 49ers/Seahawks game, but we were able to grab a high top. It served its purpose and we were able to catch up over a drink. Crowd was mixed, and even some of the seemingly-random patrons knew each other. It's what you would expect from a pub. Dark. Lively. Straightforward. Will be back.

Manny is an awsome bartender 5 stars for him, food is great and manny is always on his work always…read moreserving very fast and i am never waiting for a drink.

I had a great experience at Highland Sports Bar & Grill. From the moment I walked in, the staff was…read morewelcoming, attentive, and genuinely friendly, which made the atmosphere even more enjoyable. The service was prompt and professional throughout my visit. The venue is well set up for sports fans, with plenty of TVs positioned throughout the space, making it easy to catch all the action from any seat. It creates a lively and engaging environment without feeling overwhelming. The food was another highlight--fresh, flavorful, and well-prepared. Everything I tried exceeded expectations, and it's clear they take pride in their menu. Overall, Highland Sports Bar & Grill delivers excellent service, a great atmosphere, and quality food. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a solid spot to relax, watch a game, and enjoy a good meal. I had a great experience at Highland Sports Bar & Grill. From the moment I walked in, the staff was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely friendly, which made the atmosphere even more enjoyable. The service was prompt and professional throughout my visit. The venue is well set up for sports fans, with plenty of TVs positioned throughout the space, making it easy to catch all the action from any seat. It creates a lively and engaging environment without feeling overwhelming. The food was another highlight--fresh, flavorful, and well-prepared. Everything I tried exceeded expectations, and it's clear they take pride in their menu. Overall, Highland Sports Bar & Grill delivers excellent service, a great atmosphere, and quality food. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a solid spot to relax, watch a game, and enjoy a good meal.

A quaint Irish pub that I have been to with my friends several times (they are regulars). The lady…read morewho owns the place is really warm and cordial. The selection of beverages at this pub is good not overpriced ! The best part about this place you can bring food and have it there as you enjoy your drink and have a good chat. Definitely going back ! It's what you do for a local business!!

Classic neighborhood pub with a belly-up bar, shuffleboard table, and an outdoor patio with three…read morefire pits to gather around. They've got a fw TVs around the interior for your viewing pleasure. Three Coors Lights and a Bulleit Bourbon neat for $20. It's cash only, so bring your dolla bills. The women's bathroom stall is very tight. If you're over 5'5, your knees are going to touch the door as you squat. This is definitely a local institution in Burlingame.

FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE!!…read more Best vegan food I have ever had in any restaurant in the Bay Area. My mom took me to celebrate my birthday and let me say-- it was the best experience. First of all, the building is absolutely GORGEOUS! Very classy and modern and an all around great vibe. Secondly, service was just as amazing. The ladies at the front were SO welcoming and sweet. Our waitress (I wish I remembered her name, but she's got beautiful curly hair), was so attentive, gave us great recommendations and made sure we had everything we needed. Our water and dirty plates were refilled and replaced constantly by other lovely waiters as well. Excellent service!! Now, the FOOD is where it's all at. I am not 100% vegan, but growing up with my mother who is vegan, I've had a fair share of vegan food experiences. I have never eaten vegan food that tasted better than the non-vegan version until now. You will absolutely not miss the dairy and meat at all. My mom and I ate every single thing off of our plates. Absolutely DELICIOUS!! I was so full I could barely walk back to our car! Twelvemonth was a wonderful experience and I cannot wait until I am able to come back and try this place once again.

Incredible vegan brunch and sides, but service was a complete communication disaster…read more Twelvemonth is a beautiful restaurant with an organized, upscale, and luxurious interior feel. I've been here a few times now, and while I usually come for dinner, I recently tried their weekend brunch for the first time; and the food was absolutely delicious! Mimosa: Really good and a great start to the meal. Breakfast Sliders: Perfect ratio; not too much breading, a great amount of sauce, and the vegan meat was packed with flavor. French Toast: Incredibly fluffy, soft, and tasted amazing. Quiche: The texture was spot on, very flavorful, and made even better by the sauce drizzled on top. Dinner Comparison: Having been here for dinner previously, we've realized we vastly prefer their smaller plates over the mains. Their Lumpia Shanghai, Korean Fried Chicken Sliders, Loaded Tater Tots, and Biscuits & Gravy are phenomenal. However, when we tried the main courses like the ramen and risotto, we felt they just weren't as good or flavorful compared to the sides. The Service: Unfortunately, the service on this brunch visit was a complete mess. They sat us at a corner table in an empty area. We waited 10 minutes with no water and no server in sight, so we finally had to wave someone down. The person who helped us wasn't even our assigned server, but she kindly offered to take care of us anyway. After getting our food, we were only visited once; again, by a different worker. Meanwhile, our actual server was actively checking on the table right behind us but completely ignored us until we were practically done eating. Every time we needed plates, the check, or wanted to order more food/drinks, we had to wave down random servers walking past. There was zero communication and it felt like a total disaster. I'm rating Twelvemonth 3 stars after my most recent visit. While their brunch was absolutely amazing; the service this time was a complete disaster. We were sat in the corner booth area and the lack of staff communication was a total mess. This has never happened on my previous two visits, so I'm hoping it was just a one off bad day, but they really need to fix their service coordination over there. Another reason for the 3-star rating is the consistency of the food itself. On past visits, we have found the main courses on their all day dinner menu (like the ramen and risotto) to be totally flavorless. However, their side dishes like the lumpia and Korean fried chicken sliders are great. Stick to the brunch and the dinner sides, skip the dinner mains, and hope you get a better table location than we did. Twelvemonth is a fully vegan restaurant. Everything on the menu is plant based, making it incredibly easy to order without any guesswork.

Treasure found, what a great find. My sisters and I were there last night and it was awesome!…read more Everything was perfect, the location, parking, the decor, the service, the drinks, the food , the Irish bread and the dessert. We started off with drinks, shots, Irish coffee, happy drink and other suggestion by our friendly server, all were good. We had the sampler appetizer platter, wings, Veggies,potato skins, onion rings, cheese quesadilla and the best sausage rolls I've had in a while. We ordered entrees to share, we had the Cobb salad, fish &chips and bangers & mash, WOW, JUST WOW. We ended with the lemon tart, it made my mouth pucker is a good way. The Irish was so tasty we look home a loaf. So glad my sister found it and suggested we come, we will definitely return and enjoy this establishment for years to come. the service was top notch, all the servers were excellent, friendly and we received the best service. I am sorry we didn't get too many pics, these were just 2 of the many things we had. We recommend you come and enjoy this p,ace, you'll be happy you did.

Service was excellent and the atmosphere is fun and lively. It was packed on a Friday night, with a…read moregood family-style vibe--felt like the kind of place you could grab a bite and a beer with your parents, even though I didn't see many kids. I only had the fries, but they were fire--definitely a good sign for the rest of the menu. They also nailed the Guinness pour--clean lines, creamy, and really good. I'll definitely be back to try more of the food.

I usually never write reviews but I came here with my family and we had a great experience, and a…read morebig part of that was our server Sahil. He was super attentive and checked in at the right times. He had a really positive attitude and made the whole experience a lot more fun. Even when it got busy, he stayed organized and handled everything smoothly. Our food and drinks came out quickly, nothing to complain about at all. Definitely one of the best experiences I've had here.

Topgolf is basically like a fancy bowling alley, but for golf. It's fun for adults, kids, families,…read moreand even people who have never played golf before. They also provide children's clubs if you ask. The setup is simple: everyone takes turns hitting balls at targets. When it's not your turn, you're just hanging out on the couch, snacking, sipping drinks, chatting, or watching everyone else play. The food is mostly shareable bar-style food -- nothing particularly amazing, but it fits the vibe well. There are also a few indoor games to keep people entertained while waiting around. We usually go with family or friends, though I've also seen a lot of company team-building events hosted here. The main downside is the cost. The hourly bay rates can get pretty expensive during peak hours, and once you add food and drinks, a visit can easily become pricey. We sometimes buy the gift cards from Costco, which basically works out to about 20% off. We've also purchased the summer pass the last two years, which gives unlimited visits for the pass holder and guests. That said, on weekends you still need to arrive early to grab one of the bays reserved for summer pass holders.

Haven't been to Max's in at least 20 years! Was happy to find Jazz night which was phenomenal and…read moreperfect for a meal in the bar! Rueben with pastrami dry grilled was perfection perfect with addition of some of their fun mustards! Side was a Cesar salad and loved every bite! Had to get the chocolate macaroon to go for desert and that was perfect too! The service is top notch and made me feel welcome and let me relax while enjoying my dinner and music! Well done Max's thank you for the consistency!

I know delivery is always going to suffer in quality so I am not giving it this rating due to that…read more A sweaty Ruben is to be expected, rubbery meat that didn't taste like corned beef or pastrami is not. This is processed and formed meat. Truly gross. The potato salad tasted a bit off so after three bites we decided it was better not to eat it. My husband's chicken parm was fair. Matzo ball soup was a solid 4/5. The chocolate cake was dry and tasted stale, as if it came from a fridge that needed a new air filter in it. Too old, I'm sure. The macaroon was downright awful with that same stale, fridge taste but also was so HARD and this is not a cookie that should be like a hockey puck. Rugulah was 3/5. The cheesecake was the highlight and illustrated how something simple can be great when excellent ingredients are used and it is actually fresh. Overall a total waste of money. Don't bother unless you really know what you're getting into. This is most certainly not what it was in its heyday.

We celebrated a birthday here with a group of 18, and everything was fantastic! The food was great,…read moreservice was quick, and the staff was warm and welcoming. The managers and staff made us feel right at home. They also brought a complimentary dessert with a candle for the birthday guest. I highly recommend this restaurant for both small and large groups! P.s. this restaurant is stroller and kid friendly

Decent Italian place for a celebration. Came here in a big group for a work event…read more - appetizers - good garlic bread, burrata was great - very creamy cheese. - squid ink pasta - fantastic flavour, I had them do a custom one with pesto just to try. - Petrale sole - very good, though there were bits of bone that I did not expect. - creme brûlée - decent Good place to celebrate. Food is a bit $ for the quality.