Cask has entered the Consistency Hall of Fame in my book. My wife, our 5-year-old, and I love spending time in San Carlos--between the parks, the closed-down streets, and a stop at The Reading Bug, it's a great family outing. I'm a simple man: beer and a burger usually does the trick. Cask always delivers. I normally go with the sliders (can't miss), but today I told my wife that if the fish & chips were good enough, it might be Yelp-worthy. Well... here we are. Perfect portion, delicious food, and once again the friendly service matched the quality on the plate. Cask gets my vote every time--mine and my 5-year-old's. read more

I was roaming in the downtown, on a weekday, with no intent to eat, during lunch hours. Then I noticed the lunch special menu. 3 course for $20. So I went for 2. Salmon with Yukon potato and chicken piccata were my entrees. I loved both. May be Iiked salmon a bit more. I also went for a soup and a walnut salad. Those were also nice. I finished lunch with a scoop of chocolate and coffee ice cream each. read more

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So I went there on a Wednesday at around 1 pm . It was a perfect place for some office colleagues to hang out and have a nice lunch . We chose the outdoor seating which was very nice . We parked our cars right across the street in public parking. It was a short 2 min walk from the parking . Our server was very helpful, she helped us in choosing the right dish for us and food was served very fast . I ordered a chicken Piccata and the sauce was awesome. I also ordered a Prosecco and really liked it as well . I absolutely recommend this place . read more

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My friend and I came here for a girls night and we got two wine flights - the delicious whites and the Chardonnay and omg, both were perfectly curated and delicious. I loved all of the options in the delicious whites, the Riesling was my favorite though. We also got a flatbread and some apps which were also SO tasty. I can't wait to come back! Everyone there was nice as well! read more

Cask isn't your snooty wine bar. It really is a classy, welcoming spot for a nice quiet conversation where you won't be embarrassed to take anyone, whether a date, friend or even colleagues you may not know too well. The atmosphere doesn't come across cheap, but the wine prices and the food are very reasonable. It's not vernacular and you can mark an occasion, but again, it's so approachable in downtown San Carlos. At first glance, you may wonder if it is a wine bar or a restaurant. And yes, given you are in San Carlos residential area, you cannot go for the high-end premium luxury wine bar experience. But also, if you go too low, you can't call yourself a wine bar. And this is what Cask does so well. You aren't pressured to dress up, but you'll also fit right in if you've gone all out. Wine selection is a bit small and I wouldn't say they have opted for the truly expensive wines. They have good coverage but I would've loved to have seen more Italian, French and other wines. The mark up wasn't too bad but again, when I'm out at a wine bar, I'd like to be a bit more adventurous and try things out. Each glass were healthy portions and I genuinely enjoyed my Pinots with the cheese plate as well as the flatbread. Cask is an essential constituent for Laurel St. Without it, I don't know where a few adults can go for a quiet conversation, somewhat dressed up. It is absolutely fine the way it is and I'd frequent the place. I would also encourage the owner to start going a bit upscale into the next grade of wines (ie. Silver Oak Napa or Caymus, etc.) read more

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The website has an elaborate dinner menu but for some reason they had a very small menu when we went. More than $20 for a very bland burger. The wine, however, was quite good and the ambiance was nice. read more

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"The Cask" is truly a gem! The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the food was delightful. I had the fettuccine--though the exact name escapes me--and it was delicious, perfectly cooked and full of flavor. I finished with a tiramisu for dessert--light, creamy, and the perfect sweet ending. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Did you know that there's a little hidden secret in San Carlos? The Cask has a delightful lunch menu for just $20! I went there last week and had the Salmon. The meal came with a salad, the main course, and a scoop of ice cream. The service was excellent and the food came quick. I will definitely go back and sit outside again as it was a beautiful day! read more

Went here on a Sunday afternoon with a group of friends. We sat outdoors since it was a pleasant day. The ambience is very nice. We got some wine flights and bruschetta and a vegetarian flatbread. The food was good but overpriced. The wine was good but not great enough to go back. read more

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I didn't know what to expect at this restaurant, since I did not pick the restaurant, but I'm so glad that I went. I have been kind of looking for a nice Italian restaurant to go to. I had the chicken piccata and it was very good. The chicken was tender and the sauce was delicious. I got to taste a few of the other people's dishes, like the warm Napa salad, and the sausage rigatoni. Both were really good. I'll definitely be coming back here. Also, our server was very attentive and nice. read more

I often post reviews of new restaurants and this place is not new for us, but wanted to share our experience with those that aren't familiar with this establishment. We have been coming here for years and we love it. It is one of those neighborhood places that always makes you feel welcome and like you're being greeted by family/friends. The food is consistently good and the wine selection is great! The wait staff are so welcoming and provide great service without being overly intrusive. The ambiance is really nice and warm. Definitely one of our "go to" restaurants. read more

My wife and I had the $20 lunch special today. It includes soup or salad, entree, mixed vegetables, potatoes and dessert of ice cream or sorbet. She had the salmon and mushroom soup, and I went for the chicken piccata and salad. We were both very pleased with our lunch and the $5 glasses of chardonnay and cabernet. We were also happy with the excellent service and the comfortable decor, lots of outdoor seating, a little too chilly for that today though, enjoyed the eclectic mix of music from my era, from R.E.M. to the Scorps. We had never been here before, saw some glowing reviews on Nextdoor and had to give it a go, we'll be coming back to try other things on their menu, the lamb burger looks delicious, as well as the extensive wine list. We did try the calamari appetizer which had some fried artichoke tossed in, yummy. read more

This was our third or fourth visit to Cask over the years. It's become a tradition to have dinner here before going to see the holiday lights on Eucalyptus Street. We always enjoy the heater outdoor patio and the service is fantastic. Tonight we enjoyed the Cask's Mixed Green salad with/ dried cranberries, candied walnuts, carrots and house-made red wine vinaigrette, the Green Apple and Prosciutto Flat Bread w/Fig spread, brie cheese, fresh basil and a couple pasta dishes; Rigatoni Salsiccia (pasta tossed with Italian sausage, fresh herbs, roasted bell pepper light cream marinara sauce and parmesan cheese) and Gnocchi Carciofi (potato pasta tossed with artichoke hearts, grilled chicken breast, fresh tomato and basil pesto light cream sauce) Finished with the Apple Tart and Chocolate Lava Cake. Delicious meal. It looks like this will continue to be our annual tradition. read more

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I feel it's worth repeating my prior 5 star reviews. This is hands down the best restaurant in San Carlos. I absolutely treasure a consistently delicious meal and Cask never disappoints. I think I've been here well over a dozen times now. I'm so happy they recently re-launched their $20 lunch menu as that was unexpected and welcome. Your choice of soup or salad, an entree from a list of maybe 8 things, and ice cream for dessert. Everything yummy. Service is always attentive. read more

Great service. Always welcoming and happy. The food is consistently great. We have the burger, sliders, flatbreads...and wine. My favorite place in San Carlos! read more

Good food and service. I liked the mustard chicken, and thought the cheese plate was pretty good. Pleasantly generous portions - both for the food and wine flights. We sat outside where they had 4 TVs showing the Copa America games - relaxed vibes. read more

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I went to The Cask on a date earlier this week and we had an excellent experience! They have an extensive selection of wines, and my date and I split the Green Apple and Prosciutto Flatbread and the Kale and Quinoa Salad. Both were DELICIOUS! I would definitely come back here to eat any time. I look forward to trying other menu items in the future. The service here is also excellent. Several staff members came by our table to refill our water glasses, clear plates, ask if we'd like anything else, etc. Overall, a wonderful experience at The Cask! read more

I came here for some wine and apps with my girlfriends and it was really enjoyable! The service was great, very attentive and constantly refilled our waters and wine glasses. The calamari was the stand out appetizer in my opinion, very fresh and really good addition with the fried peppercinis. We sat in the patio read more

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Great wine bar in downtown San Carlos. Walked here with a couple of friends and got seated outside on a weeknight. Great vibes and location. I ordered a couple of glasses of Pinot noir and my friends and I shared the cheese and meat plate along with the Napa cabbage salad. Everything was good! Definitely will visit again. read more

Went here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. They have plenty of nice outdoor seating and we found a space right away. Ordered a glass of Chardonnay and some soft drinks which arrived promptly. For food we ordered the fig and green apple flatbread and I had the ribeye tacos from the specials menu. Took a while for food to come out. The tacos were good, maybe a bit overloaded so it was a bit hard to taste the ribeye. The flatbread has a nice flavor combination and I liked it better than the tacos. Overall liked the atmosphere of the place and staff was great. Feel it's a bit pricey for what you get but not too bad. Might give it another try. read more

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Been here twice now for their weekday $20 lunch 3 course menu. I've gotten the fish dish both times and it's really nicely prepared. Portions are small given it's a lunch set but you don't walk away hungry. Salted caramel ice cream is served with a tiny spoon of salt for sprinklings which I find adorable. My friend's sliders looked like a good option as well and she enjoyed them. The piccata looked a little too thin for my liking. Soups were cream of broccoli one time and artichokes another time. Easy seating inside and out with super friendly service. read more

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Very respectable four stars. Great ambiance and service. Food was quite good. The San Carlos burger was juicy and delicious, and the red peppers and avocado were fun additional toppings. It came with sweet potato fries which were perfectly crispy. The Caesar salad was good, but nothing special. I probably wouldn't order it again. My mom got one of the specials which had fettuccine with white sauce, mini scallops, jumbo shrimp, and peas. I tried a few bites and that was definitely the star of the show. An incredible dish and a huge portion of pasta and seafood. The dishes here are generally a bit pricey but I feel like if you order right it's definitely worth it. Would be willing to come back again next time I'm in town. read more

Food was good. I love the warm napa cabbage salad. My husband loves the french dip. Lots of great specials and small plates. Ambiance is great. Comfortable, friendly and calm. Service was the best I have experienced in a long time. Friendly and efficient. They offer specials but don't push or upsell. Just a very good, comfortable place to have a really good meal with nice folks. I love that it is not hectic or noisy. Be back soon, thank you. read more

Decided to walk into this place on a rainy night. The cozy and inviting vibes attracted us. We ordered their classic Cask Flight. Turned out to be really good. Two reds and one white, a safe choice to get a bit of everything. Hummus pitta bread and olives both are very good and presented beautifully. I was impressed they have a whole wall the wine selection. Definitely a great place for flights. The service is also very attentive. We'll come back soon. read more

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We ate at the bar on a very busy Friday night. The service was good but the food is alright - recommend sticking with the burger or sliders. We started with the warm Napa cabbage salad which was very good. For our meal we had the gnocchi in creamy pesto which was too creamy and way too saucy. We also had the linguine with prawns and k enjoyed that dish! Most times we come we stick with the sliders, their best entree in our opinion. read more

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The food quality has gone done since menu was changed. Paid for some expensive Tapas and got appetizer portion. Calamari was under cooked as well read more

Service was excellent. All the staff we encountered were very friendly, inviting and helpful. Just the right amount of engagement. Has a good selection of wines and is a good location for an afternoon or evening of wine tasting. However, the food is standard upscale American cuisine that you can get at any similarly classed restaurant anywhere in the country. read more

This is a romantic and intimate restaurant...perfect place for a date night. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. Wine walls and barrels everywhere. They even have wine on display for sale by the bottle to take home. The food options is great: chicken, steak, seafood you name it. It's a great variety of options , they even have hearty salads and a good variety of desserts I went on a Thursday night and there were only about 2-3 other tables occupied..very slow night. I will return read more

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Just had lunch with a friend today. Have been several times for lunch and dinner and has always been great. Was not crowded at all, sat outside and chose the 3 course lunch menu which has always been great. My friend got her soup, had to ask for my salad....finally came with my meal. My piccata was probably 1/4 " thick and probably 1oz no sauce just capers. No one came to check on us. Had to flag someone for another glass of wine. Then to pay our bill we had to walk inside to ask for the check. The bartender was so doing everything, manager doing nothing and bus boy???? Nothing! Don't know if under new management but you need to step it up a notch what you had before! read more

This place is everything !!! From location to amazing staff!! I love how welcoming everyone is :) We did a catering for our event !! Best decision ever! We had salmon yummy, salad, wings, sliders burger wow, fries and pasta!! read more

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We stopped into the Cask for a mid-week lunch. We decided to try the 3-course lunch special. Mushroom soup was the soup of the day. It was hearty, thick, and topped with a crunchy crouton and drizzled with flavored oil. The side salad was pretty standard but tasty. As an entree, we both got the chicken piccata. The chicken breast was tender and the sauce was quite good. It came with rather bland steamed veggies and somewhat gluey potatoes. The service was interesting - we were rushed during the first 2 courses but then had difficulty getting any attention prior to and after the dessert course. All in all, we found The Cask to be just OK. With downtown San Carlos having so many options, we will probably explore other places before giving this another try. read more

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cute wine bar located in the heart of San Carlos. My friends and I stopped by around 5pm on Sunday with no wait time which was nice. The service and wine selection was good, but I do feel they need to improve their food quality. We ordered a meat and cheese platter, and the meat was clearly not fresh (in particular the salami). it had an odd flavor and should not have been served. also the crostini that is served with the platter was pretty dry and unseasoned, as if it was just dumped on the plate out of a bag. I did however enjoy my caesar salad. Considering this is a wine bar, I would hope the wine & charcuterie are good quality considering the 2 go hand in hand. read more

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*PARKING: The street is closed off so that restaurants can set up their outdoor dining areas. So you'll have to park at the closest side street in the residential area. The upside is, parking is free! It'll just be a short walk to the restaurant. *EXPERIENCE: We came here around 6:30PM to catch the basketball game and it was not packed at all. Very chill and low key. Most patrons there weren't super into the game although they have like 4 TVs in the indoor seating area. If you're looking for an exciting place to watch any basketball game, this ain't it. Because they weren't busy, I did appreciate that they let us stay til the end of the game and slowly enjoy our beers. We did not feel rushed at all. Service was also good and they came by a couple times to fill our waters and check if we needed anything else. FOOD: I got the San Carlos burger with fries for around $21 and also a golden state cider for $8. The burger was massive and juicy but definitely not the best burger I've had. For the price, I guess the quantity made up for it. My husbands lamb burger was on the dry side. Overall the food was decent but nothing spectacular. read more

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Great place! Came at 7 and had a nice table outside. Service here is amazing! They moved the heating lamps for us and turned down the music (my hubby's request). Glad we were outside as inside is very noisy so just know before you go. The do have a lovely outside setup. Wine list is fantastic! Something for every taste and very generous pours. I had the Riesling which was quite good. Food is delicious. I had the pork tacos (3) and hubby had the rigatoni. He cleaned his plate and the tacos were delicious. For dessert we split the bread pudding and it is excellent. Thank you Cask! We will be back. read more

a unique place the restaurant' is beautiful The quality and taste of the food is fantastic. I would return to Cask always. The service is dynamic, they take care of every detail with good wines.And good music I will be back for sure read more

Good wine at a reasonable price, delicious food and great service. Atmosphere was very warming.

Chill environment with okay food. Wine can be a bit overpriced. Service is nice, however a bit pushy on the upselling of the more $$$$ wines. read more

On the 4th of July we came to a dinner with our family; many places in San Carlos were closed and we decided to try to eat at this establishment. There were a lot of people both inside and outside the establishment, and there were only two waiters among the service staff, which confused me. They were in a great hurry, running from one table to another, we waited 10 minutes for our order to be taken. To the question "what steaks do you recommend?" the waiter answered very fussily and spoke reluctantly. The food was brought quickly, but unfortunately there was not enough another pair of utensil on the table. We ordered a salad, appetizer and steak, food was delicious . A very beautiful, atmospheric restaurant with excellent food and drinks, but knowing that on holidays it could be full of visitors, only two people worked. We were pleased with the food, but not with the service. read more

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Always exceptional food, always a warm welcoming atmosphere, and always impeccable service, from the staff that have been here over a decade to the ones who just started. This is the real deal. The rest don't come close to comparing. read more

Last evening we had dinner at The Cask. It was superb. We each ordered the roasted chicken with a risotto which was so full of flavors. The Rombauer Sauvignon was a great accompaniment to these dishes. The waiter was attentive and very upbeat. The place was hopping last night. Can't wait to go again soon. Karen read more