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    4.4 (66 reviews)

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Shrimp Empanadas
    Elaine D.

    Went here for dinner. We got garlic fries, shrimp empanadas and Guamuchilito (sushi). The fries were pretty good, flavorful. I would highly recommend the shrimp empanadas. They were delicious! Sushi was not bad. But they had great service and we got our food pretty fast. Would recommend

    This "Mexican sushi" just wasn't very appetizing.
    Andrew C.

    There's no possible way for this restaurant to have so many 5 star reviews. At least some of them must be shills. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We went in on a Friday night at 7pm, and the restaurant was deserted. Staff was sitting around at various tables looking surly and listless, while a sad worker was putting away chairs outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Closing time was I think 10pm? The food is way overpriced for what it is. One of the main categories is "Mexican sushi", but they are not worth the $20+ asking price. The saddest thing about the "sushi" is the rice. It's mushy and unseasoned. The rice is like a bland, uniform, textureless mass. Every roll has this overpowering cream cheese in it, so that's all you'll taste. The pieces are too big to eat in one bite, so you'll bite into it, and it will immediately fall apart. The best thing about that order was the roasted pepper it comes with. That was tasty. We actually went for the mussels, but noticed that the price was increased from the menus posted on yelp. We felt that they were too expensive, so we ordered other things instead. The other thing we ordered were the fish and chips. These were pretty okay...not the best, but not the worst. For the price, I wish it had a little bit more. If I had to eat here again, that's what I would order. They were on the expensive side, but still one of the cheaper options, relatively speaking. The waitress was very nice, and the service was quite good, which is the reason I don't have the heart to give this place 1 star. I'm not sure this restaurant will be around much longer. They seem to be on a death spiral of raising prices to try to remain profitable, which further drives people away. The review shills may fool people into coming to the restaurant once, but repeat business is unlikely. This isn't a tourist town...a restaurant at this location needs repeat business from locals to survive, so this is such a short-sighted strategy. Whispers was such a better offering for the location. I bet a lot of locals miss them.

    Mexican sushi - Mar y Tierra
    Cheryl M.

    Friends and I happened to be in the area....one friend wanted sushi and came across this spot on Yelp....hmm 5 reviews with quite an eclectic menu...this isn't a sushi place! A little bit of everything I suppose...from steaks, pasta, seafood and Mexican sushi....interesting! Grand opening sign above the entrance and quickly welcomed...place wasn't busy with 1 other table finishing up. Decided to order their MEXICAN SUSHI: :: Mar y Tierra - shrimp, beef, cucumber, avocado, cream cheese, breaded and fried and topped with fake crab salad - different and good. The beef added nothing to this roll...maybe if they seared with some seasoning. 3.75/5 :: Volcano Roll - shrimp, cucumber, cream cheese, avocado, cream cheese, bacon and manchego - friend said bacon tasted different...not sure if bacon bits but she couldn't say...still thought 4/5 :: Guamuchilito - my friend who is vegetarian requested no shrimp, no crab meat so it looked like a Philly roll with the cream cheese. Still charged full price I'm not sure what makes it Mexican other than maybe the names, the cream cheese (in all the rolls) and "spicy orange sauce" accompanying the rolls along with shredded carrots... we all enjoyed our rolls Friends loved the simple mixed green salad and the clam chowder was decent...wasn't quite canned but not sure if made from scratch. Overall, 3.75 stars for Victoria's Kitchen Mexican Sushi. Good try averaging $23/roll and nice size. Menu does have variety but limited vegetarian: salads and one pasta primavera unless you ask for a Mexican sushi roll without the seafood. Family-run restaurant with friendly, attentive service. Krystal, our server did a great job with answering questions or double checking with her boss. Even one of the owners stopped by to ask how we enjoyed everything. Ambiance is cafe style (probably from the former business) with booths and plenty of tables...Mexican music playing with some Selena (heart) and Los Tucanes de Tijuana (of La Chona). Located in a small strip mall along El Camino Real...plenty of lot parking and nice, OUTDOOR seating. Average p/p with t/t: salads, soup, Mexican sushi, 1 drink and dessert $50. Will return to try other items when in the area. Note: Breakfast served as they open at 8am

    Fish and chips
    Gonzalo S.

    This review is solely based on the fish and chips. Someone recommended the fish and chips and I went there just for that and it was legit. No frills, just solid pieces of cod with a good crispy, well-seasoned batter and crispy fries. Nothing mushy on the plate. Service was excellent and you could really feel the family-owned energy. So while I can't comment on the other dishes, I can say the fish and chips is legit and just as good as other pubs or restaurants in San Mateo so give them a try!

    VK plate
    Aimee W.

    Decided to try this new spot out for breakfast this morning. The menu is small but has the basics. I believe the coffee had a hint of cinnamon which I very much enjoyed. Good and friendly service. The breakfast burrito got a thumbs up from the table. I thought the breakfast potatoes on the VK plate were a bit undercooked and lackluster. However, the bacon was crispy and pancakes were nice and fluffy.

    Mar & Tierra Mexican sushi
    Ryan B.

    Food was really good! We over ordered but glad we did. We ordered the calamari, mango ceviche, fish tacos were one of the best I had and the Mexican sushi (Mar & Tierra). Our server Chris provided great service!

    Barnes Asada Tacos

    The menu offers a seafood dominant fusion of Mexican and Asian flavors. There are a lot of dishes and combinations that I haven't seen anywhere else. Everything looked interesting. We had the Shrip Empanadas, Torre Suprema, a serf & turf sushi roll, and their Carne Asada Tacos ( can order one at a time). Their in-house flan was a great way to end the meal. We will definitely order that every time we come. Everything was delicious! The service is helpful and friendly. Highly recommend! Will be returning soon to try more dishes.

    VK sea platter
    Jenneath C.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]We came here on a spontaneous stop, found this cute restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Order the VK sea platter... omg we are coming back. To eat this platter there. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Unfortunately we ordered to go. We imagine how much better to eat there.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Mar y tierra
    Jennifer T.

    We ordered one of the Mexican sushi rolls which was way bigger than expected, the skirt steak appetizer, and the VL Michelada. Everything was tasty and looked good. Victoria even came out to greet us hi at our table. Definitely a boss baby!

    Spinach Salad with Grilled Prawns
    Anne S.

    Had lunch with a friend at the newly opened Victoria's Kitchen (located at the site of the former Whispers Cafe). The restaurant was clean and bright, and offered both indoor and outdoor seating. We were greeted right away by our friendly server. The menu is eclectic, offering steaks and seafood alongside selections of what they call "Mexican Sushi". Honestly, it was a not puzzling as many of the offerings seemed a bit upscale for the cafe decor, and it was hard to determine what the restaurant's identity is. Nevertheless, the food at the other tables looked good so we ordered. At the server's recommendation we had the spinach salad with grilled prawns and the jambalya. Complimentary sliced sourdough baguette and seasoned olive oil was also served. Both portions were generous. The spinach salad was very fresh, lightly dressed and the grilled prawns were tender. The jambalaya included chicken, mussels, and prawns. It was very tasty, albeit a little salty to my taste. I think it could've benefited from a little more heat in the form of cayenne pepper. The food and service will have me going back, but next time to try their breakfast menu. It'll be interesting to see how this restaurant evolves.

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    Sandy E.

    I've been three times now. Truly the best breakfast burrito I've ever had. Service is always super kind and friendly. I come here occasionally to lesson plan or grade school work and treat myself to breakfast. It's becoming something I truly look forward to once a month or so.

    VK California Roll
    Jomari B.

    Worst sushi I ever had. The rice is mushy. $20 for something I could've got at 7/11. I only ate two pieces and left. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's not a fusion restaurant The restaurant is missing an identity[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I'm confused by the decor and the menu items. There is no theme just random decor items and random menu items put together[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. . It's like they thought of whatever they could make in the moment and decided to add it to the menu. The only good thing is that the service was good and the waiter was nice. Never eating here again. I miss the old restaurant "Whispers Cafe" that used to be here.

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    Great Shrimp empanadas! Best I ever had . Staff was really nice . Looking forward to trying other things on the menu soon

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