Outstanding food, truly the best Mediterranean in the Bay Area. The owner and the chef are both…read moreincredible hosts, highly recommend!

Mykonos Meze is a wonderful, family restaurant with fantastic food in Burlingame downtown. We were…read morelooking for a place for dinner, heard rowdily happy noises from what looks like a parking lot, and found a Greek restaurant with large family groups inside and tables outside under an extension with floral decor. The place is quite pretty. We opted for a small table outside , which is much quieter. Our waiter was a bit stiff around the collar. I suspect he is an old timer, and clearly, we are not regulars. Regardless, the food is great, and the prices are reasonable. The Food: Zucchini Cake, $15 - 4.5 Stars Menu: crispy zucchini cakes with cucumber & mint-yogurt dressing These cakes are ball shaped, deep fried, and made a healthy veggie taste naughty type of good. Very yummy. Lol Tzatziki, $9 - 5 Stars Refreshing and delicious, the tzatziki is an excellent complement to the meal. Octopus, $19 - 5 Stars I really need to stop eating octopus, but when I am in a Greek or Spanish restaurant, I am weak. Grilled octopus legs are soooo good. Their version is grilled just right, not too much char, plus they smartly removed the hardened tips (common) before serving. See photo. Lamb Shank, $34 - 5 Stars Menu: aromatic braised lamb shank with orzo & myzithra cheese The lamb meat is tender and falls off the bone. It is cooked just right. Mykonos Souvlaki, $31 - 5 Stars Menu: herbs marinated tenderloin, shallot & rosemary skewers I enjoy a tasty protein and produce meal, and this dish is perfection with tender pieces of tenderloin over a pile of veggies. It is everything I want.

Una tarde muy agradable. La comida, excelente y la atención de Jonathan maravillosa !read more

It was my first time and it was absolutely delicious Gonzalo my waitress was very courteous and…read moregave us and excellent service it was my mom's birthday and she was very happy and love the food and drinks I'm planning to comeback soon....

Cute little gem in San Mateo downtown. We came here for a quiet dinner for my husband's birthday…read morerecently and had a wonderful time here. The ambiance is very homey with cute decorations, like eating at grandma's house. Food was delicious. The paella was yummy. I really like the octopus. It's a small restaurant with just a few staff but they are all so friendly and sweet. Highly recommend for date nights or small family gatherings!

Pros: SUPER cute decor, amazing attentive service, some food was amazing (I'm sorry I can't…read moreremember the names of the dishes but one had prosciutto and goat cheese, HIGHLY RECOMMEND that one). Mids: the chocolate lava cake was alright. Not too sweet which we really enjoyed, but it was a little overdone on top which made it harder to eat, as it was a bit hard and crunchy. Cons: the kabocha squash was so hard and lacking flavor, we didn't finish it. The pesto pasta dish was also disappointing. The shrimp were very very overcooked and the pesto was bland. Overall, we may return for the couple of small bites we thought were amazing, but the service was where they really shined.

Love this place, another amazing visit. This time "sandwiched" in between flights. Left SFO with…read morejust enough time to pick up a mobile order, then rush back to SFO and power through TSA. 100% worth it, cost and stress. This is truly the best lobster roll I have had to date and I wish I had more time to sit down and enjoy it some more.

New England Lobster Market & Eatery is one of the best seafood stops in the Bay Area, and after…read moreeating here, it's easy to see why they've earned Michelin recognition. One of the biggest draws is their whole Maine lobster platter, which is surprisingly affordable at around $20. More importantly, the lobsters are freshly steamed and incredibly fresh. They even have a live lobster market inside the restaurant, and if you prefer to cook at home, you can purchase fresh raw lobsters from the market for an even better value. I'm also a big fan of their fresh-shucked oysters. I paid around $4-$5 per oyster during my visit, which was well worth it for the quality. However, if you come during happy hour, they're only $1 each, making it one of the best oyster deals you'll find in the Bay Area. The crab chowder was flavorful and satisfying, while the lobster mac and cheese was loaded with generous chunks of lobster meat. Even if lobster isn't your thing, the menu offers plenty of other seafood options to choose from. There is ample seating, but parking can be challenging. The restaurant is located in a business district where many spaces are reserved, so arriving early is highly recommended. During peak hours, it's common to see a line wrapped around the block just to place an order. The service was excellent as well. Everyone was friendly, helpful, and genuinely welcoming. One thing to keep in mind: this is a fresh steamed seafood spot, not a Southern-style seafood boil. Don't expect heavy seasoning or bold spice blends. Their approach is all about preserving the natural flavor and integrity of the seafood. When the seafood is this fresh, it really doesn't need much else.

This is AMAZING place to have small bites or lunch with drinks & unwind. The service is great &…read moreservers are welcoming & friendly. The outside patio is calming on a beautiful day & you can now bring your dog to chill with you. There are always friendly people at the bar area as well. I always look forward to bringing my friends & family there. It's great for a family outing as well as a mom's night out.

B Street and Vine secretly hosts San Mateo's finest happy hour, with a vast selection of delicious…read morewines and a full bar discounted every Tuesday through Saturday between 3pm and 6pm, along with even more drink specials on Tuesdays and Thursdays. It's a welcoming, chill space with tons of seating and a covered, dog-friendly patio. It's the perfect place to meet up with friends after work, curl up with a good book, or even host a corporate event. The staff is friendly and attentive, and Alan, the bartender, is a friendly, experienced leader. The kitchen whips up a wide variety of fresh salads, paninis (my favorites are the meatloaf, roast beef, caprese, thai chicken, and autostrada), wraps, and house-made desserts. The grilled cheese, mini paninis, and soups are fantastic happy hour snacks, too. Independently-owned businesses are becoming increasingly scarce of late, so come here to support a great local bar!

We've dined here twice recently and the food was excellent both times…read more Among the dishes we liked were - A bread basket - variety of fresh basked - Pulpo octopus appetizer - Fried artichokes - Large Zarzuela seafood paella with large and generous portions of prawns, scallops, lobster, bay shrimp, squid, octopus, and clams braised in a traditional cazuela with saffron, white wine & aromatic spices - Paella Iberia with saffron-infused rice with chicken, pork and seafood. A small size is enough to share with 2 to 3 people, but it's also available in a larger size - A refreshing red sangria The desserts for us were not their strong suit. We had tres leches cake and Genoise cake with chocolate mousse. Both were ok, but not repeat worthy. The ambiance is nice and intimate. The host / owner was super attentive and friendly. The staff were fairly inattentive, but easy to flag down. Beware that there is an obligatory 20% tip based on the after-tax total.

Had this place saved for a while (suggested by a friend who loves it), but unfortunately left…read moreunderwhelmed. We came for a family celebration dinner, parking was'nt bad along El camino. Service was fine. The decor felt vintage, with cute booths and seating along the wall, but unfortunately where we were seated in the middle of the room felt less cozy, with a very strange bathroom/sewer smell that the server never acknowledged (but we could all smell it!). The food varied. Some hits were: - paella (solid, good for sharing but not too large) - sardine toasts (delicious!) - pulpo (very soft, one of the better I've had) Some misses were: - pork shoulder on toast (just felt like ham) - patatas bravas (fried okay but sauce wasn't great) Overall, the flavors had hits and misses, but the portions felt a bit small for the price. We left feeling unimpressed, it might have been an off day, so I might give it another chance!

A hidden gem! While not on the main DT San Carlos strip, Hakkai is a top spot to grab some sushi…read more I've had the pleasure of eating here several times and the staff is incredible and makes an effort to get to know you. Gaslie is always fun to chat it up with and clink a beer with, and he also has great recommendations on the menu. The best treat, by far, was a personalized tasting menu by Chef Dixon (reserved for slow nights). The fish is top quality, the chefs are experts, and the ambiance is perfect to forget the bustle of the bay.

The ambience of this place is very nice and cozy, perfect for date nights. There are a lot of…read moreunique and fun tapas, which is great if you are the type of people who like getting a bunch of appetizers and sharing. The service was also great, friendly, and fast staff. We got the: Amaebi - solid it tasted very similar to ceviche; was very buttery brussels sprouts - this was OK, it was nothing to write home about, and we wish there was some type of sauce or more flavor to the brussels sprouts mentaiko udon - this isn't a creamy udon but literally udon with garlic and mentaiko; it was super garlic and it was hard to appreciate or taste the mentaiko flavor beef tartare - this was refreshing and came with cut onions and tomatoes and taro chips; the beef was very refreshing Salmon and sea bream nigiri - the Nigiri was solid. The salmon was OK but the sea bream was really great Dragon roll - solid role, definitely one of our favorites of the night Seared Toro roll - this one was OK. It tasted very clean and simple but nothing to write home about. Overall, the ambience and the food was good, but it wasn't an experience that was particularly memorable. It is a solid option for fun date nights and gatherings with friends, but it wouldn't be a place I would gravitate towards often.

I had a really disappointing experience with one of the hosts at the restaurant. From the moment we…read morewalked in, she seemed irritated and uninterested in helping us. She had a really rude tone when answering simple questions, and acted annoyed the entire time. the food was great, some of the best food I've had, however the host who's name I believe is Jasmine was very un welcoming. the rest of the staff seemed very welcoming. i understand restaurants get busy, but that's no excuse to treat customers rudely. Again love the food but the customer service should be worked on from that one host.

There's only one thing Mazra needs to work on, the meats need to be cooked less time. All other…read morefoods are excellent. No matter how many times I have ordered their beef & lamb kabobs medium rare, they always come well done. I will attempt to order rare next time. And the chicken kabobs way overcooked dry. If it wasn't for the side dishes & the different sauces, I probably wouldn't go back again. The service is wonderful and everyone is very very nice.

The Filipino male server was so nice and hospitable. I'm so sorry for forgetting your name but he…read moredeserves a raise. I ordered the tacos and they were the type of tacos when you see the price, you're like GYADAMN. But then when you take that first bite, you're like oh these are actually fire. Inside, with the white floor and black interior made this place feel hella fancy and we came in like super casual clothes lol. They got good food, drinks, and vibe. Just come through at least once and decide for yourself

We came here about a month ago and what a wonderful surprise this place was…read more Pretty empty on a Friday night and I'm not sure why. Great ambiance for a group party or date night. The happy hour menu was pretty awesome as well. If you aren't interested in food but looking for a place to get drinks, the cocktails here are also on point. South San Francisco is a stones throw from where we live and even though there are some solid casual spots, we don't find too many places in this area where you can get amazing food, craft cocktails, and this kind of ambiance. With that being said we were ecstatic to discover this hidden gem. It checks all the boxes!! We ordered the Caesar salad, pozole, burger & Fries, and beef tacos from the happy hour menu. Everything was so good and I am not just saying that! The Caesar salad came served with slices of avocado. Not traditional, but absolutely delicious and nicely dressed. The burger was beautiful and juicy and cooked to perfection. It came served with those french fries that have that extra layer of crispiness.on them. I call them 'next level fries' because that's what they are. My favorite thing, hands down, were the tacos. Oh my God... the tacos!! There are a lot of great Taquerias in the Bay Area but this place can contend. I'm serious. Perfect crispy tacos that came served with this beautiful salsa verde. Truthfully we ordered so much food but the tacos were so good we got another order of them. I ordered a Paloma and it was the perfect drink to go with my tacos. This was our first and only time eating here, but this will definitely be a regular spot for us. I hope moving forward this place stays as wonderful as our experience was tonight. It's such a joy to have an experience like this that doesn't require us driving to San Mateo or San Francisco. It's about time we had places like this in this area. The staff that helped us was also wonderful. The young lady who served us was friendly and helpful with the menu, the bussers were great and there was another lady who checked in on us and helped us throughout the meal. Great service, great staff, terrific food. Please keep up the good work.

First time at Maison Alyzée was on the evening of Thursday, October 26, 2023. Ray, Pete and I…read morewalked in shortly before 9 PM for some caffeine after our dinner event at Rise Pizzeria, just down the street. Maison Alyzée is a French fine pastry bakery café located on downtown Burlingame's main strip. Dedicated to providing customers with a Parisian escape through handcrafted elegant pastries and artisanal breads, the bake shoppe doubles as pâtisserie and boulangerie, priding itself on meticulous attention to detail. Upon entry, we were welcomed by a brightly lit and very clean venue. Ray and I were immediately drawn to the beautiful marble-topped white counter that encased a gorgeous variety of exquisite treats. The commitment to the elegance of French culture and modern creativity were evident in every luxurious pastry and cake on display. Maison Alyzée is an order-at-the-counter establishment, so we made our purchase with a friendly staff member at the register. Unfortunately, we were told that espresso drinks were no longer available that night since the staff had already begun cleaning the machines. Ok....I never understand businesses that start shutting down things before closing time. This just shows customers that team convenience of closing shop quickly takes precedence over customer experience, essentially omitting availability of items from the menu while they are still open. For this reason, I am docking a star. Luckily, they still had some cold brew available, so I ordered a Lavender Cold Brew with oat milk. Heads-up: Plant-based milks like almond and oat milk incur a $0.75 surcharge. I wish that the lavender was more like a simple syrup, so that the flavour was sweeter and less sharp. Maison Alyzée also offers a selection of breakfast, lunch, and brunch options. I definitely need to return to try one or two or a few of their ostentatious delights.

My friend and I stopped by to catch up and chose this place because it stays open late and has a…read morerelaxed atmosphere. I ordered a tea, and my friend chose something from the fridge. Thankfully, we didn't order any food or desserts, or coffee. While we were there, I witnessed something that was extremely concerning. A staff member came out of the kitchen wearing disposable black black gloves and walked into the restroom. Several minutes later, he came out still wearing the same gloves and immediately went to the dessert display case. He then rearranged individual desserts inside the display touching everything with the same gloves, then he grabbed a green towel from the espresso station to wipe down the glass, and even used that same towel to wipe the floor and wall around the case. Afterward, he folded the towel and placed it back on the espresso machine's frother area. Throughout all of this, he never changed his gloves after leaving the restroom. Basic food safety and hygiene practices are important for a reason, and it was unsettling to see such a lack of care. My friend and I were very relieved that we hadn't ordered any desserts or coffee. Overall, this was disappointing and left us with serious concerns about the establishment's hygiene standards.