Best Family Style Restaurants in San Mateo

17 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Rise Woodfire - San Mateo restaurant

1. Rise Woodfire - San Mateo

4.5

Price: Moderate

• American • San Mateo

Booked 20 times today

Proudly local and family-owned, we serve elevated comfort food including wood-fired pizza and rotisserie fare in the heart of Downtown San Mateo (located inside a historical train station!). Try local favorites like our signature pizzas, prime ribs and roast chickens, as well as many vegan and vegetarian-friendly dishes to choose from. Our indoor and outdoor dining are open, so come experience our grand main dining room or dine outside in our state-of-the-art heated covered patio -- kids love watching the trains go by! Takeout service for pickup and delivery are available - Order online through our website www.risewoodfire.com.For table reservations of 13 or more, please contact us directly at info@risewoodfire.com

2. Avenida

4.5

Awesome(276)

Price: Expensive

• Filipino • San Mateo

Booked 21 times today

Avenida Modern Filipino Restaurant and Bar was inspired by the dynamic lifestyle of Avenida Rizal, one of the main thoroughfares in the Old Manila during the pre and post World War II era. It was named after the Philippine National Hero, Jose Rizal.For decades, Avenida Rizal was a melting pot as well as the mecca for entertainment and dining in the Philippines.Being the center of Old Manila’s social life, Avenida Rizal was also famous for its Art Deco as well as its theaters and opera house where performing arts lovers came to watch zarzuelas, vaudeville acts and stage plays. The theaters were designed by very well respected architects who were later honored as National Artists.Avenida Restaurant would like to pay homage to the glory days of the Old Manila.

3. Mykonos Meze

4.8

Exceptional(991)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Burlingame

Booked 54 times today

Meze is a traditional culture. From small gatherings for lunch or dinner having different mezes small sample like plates on the table to enjoy with a glass of wine or a cocktail.Mykonos Meze is established in 2020 and set within one of the beautiful and trendy restaurants of downtown Burlingame , in Lorton Ave. The restaurant offers a beautiful and friendly ambience for all occasions. The outdoor patio is perfect for long, relaxed lunches or dinners with friends surrounded by beautiful bougainvillea flowers over our white and blue walls which gives you a feel of sitting in a greek island.

A photo of Il Fornaio - Burlingame restaurant

4. Il Fornaio - Burlingame

4.4

Awesome(4430)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Burlingame

Booked 44 times today

Il Fornaio is renowned for its authentic award winning Italian cuisine. Specialties include wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; housemade pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and housemade soups; a wide variety of desserts; and fresh baked bread made daily from scratch. Annual winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.

5. Sapore Italiano

4.7

Exceptional(965)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Burlingame

Booked 12 times today

Sapore Italiano is a relaxed Italian eatery known for its tasty bread and hearty cuisine. The restaurant serves everything, from pizzas and salads, to veal scaloppine Marsala and tiger prawns with a basil and white wine sauce. Try Sapore Italiano's homemade meat lasagna or signature insalata Sapore with greens, chicken breast, raisins and sliced apples in a balsamic vinaigrette for lunch. Sapore Italiano's dinner menu includes irresistible antipasti like carpaccio Veneto with raw beef, shaved Parmesan, arugula, Dijon mustard, olive oil and lemon. The restaurant's rigatoni with ground sausage and vegetarian pizza are both standout dishes. A large wine list includes a nice variety of Italian and Californian wines. Sapore Italiano also serves gluten-free and whole wheat pastas.

A photo of La Lanterna Ristorante restaurant

6. La Lanterna Ristorante

4.7

Exceptional(989)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • San Mateo

Booked 8 times today

Open since 2001, La Lanterna is a family-owned business with Ramon Lopez as Executive Chef and Jennifer Villa-McGuffin service as manager. Prior to opening, Ramon and Jennifer were employed at various fine dining restaurants in the San Francisco Peninsula. With his own signature style, Chef Ramon has received numerous accolades and is honored to serve you at La Lanterna.

7. Cafe Figaro

4.7

Exceptional(482)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Burlingame

Booked 4 times today

Café Figaro is a warm and inviting Italian restaurant in Burlingame. The cozy dining room has a relaxed atmosphere to it and is decorated with a blend of tradition and modern styles. The walls are lined with contemporary artwork and mounted lights, the tables are complete with comfortable seating and crisp linens, while the ceiling hosts pendant lights and classic tiles.Café Figaro offers guests a variety of menu options, all steaming from their authentic and home-cooked cuisine. Menu options include Pollo Parmesan, Spaghetti Alla Bolognese, Spicy Rigatoni Alla Vodka, as well as Bruschetta al Pomodoro and Risotto al Frutti di Mare. Throughout the years, Café Figaro has established itself as a popular venue for banquets and private parties. Our amazing revamped extensive wine list has recently been recognized with a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2023, Star Wine List 2023, we have a wine for every taste preference!

A photo of Luceti's on 25th Avenue restaurant

8. Luceti's on 25th Avenue

4.8

Exceptional(921)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • San Mateo

Booked 6 times today

A taste of Tuscany and local treasure that is simply delicious. For over three decades, Luceti's has served Italian cuisine created by world class chef and awarded San Franciscan, Roger Bertola. Founder of the legendary Doro's, Ruggero's and master chef of Fior and the Iron Horse. Mr. Bertola was also the personal chef to generals Eisenhower and Paton. Today, Luceti's owners carry on the same tradition and cuisine that was started by Dr. Ron Luceti in 1984. Luceti's is a great place for private parties and business meetings.

9. Rasoi

4.8

Exceptional(325)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Burlingame

Booked 1 time today

Rasoi is the next generation in the Aslam family’s vision to delight the Bay Area with their unique, award-winning Northern Indian and Pakistani cuisine. Sprung from master chef Mohammed Aslam’s widely celebrated flagship restaurant Aslam’s Rasoi in San Francisco’s Mission District, this creative collaboration by Mr. Aslam’s sons integrates the much beloved family-friendly Rasoi (Kitchen) concept into a contemporary restaurant and chill lounge setting on the peninsula. Executive Chef Asif Aslam performs magic in the kitchen by putting his own signature on a well-curated staple of mouth-watering family recipes. Drawing from his diverse experiences at his dad’s restaurant and as personal chef for a host of distinguished Bay Area personalities, one of the region’s most talented young restaurateurs enjoys nothing more than to enhance his culinary genes with the kinds of subtle accents known to elicit spontaneous “oohs.”

10. Timber & Salt

4.6

Exceptional(714)

Price: Expensive

• American • Redwood City

Booked 7 times today

Timber & Salt is a downtown Redwood City restaurant and bar serving quality steaks, seafood and craft cocktails. Our kitchen, led by award-winning chef Joshua Regal serves fresh, seasonal dishes highlighting the best ingredients California has to offer. We also serve one of the best burgers in Silicon Valley. Our cocktail program features hand-crafted cocktails using select spirits, house made syrups, bitters, tinctures and specialty garnishes. We also feature a deep list of spirits, fine wines and specialty beer. Both the kitchen and bar utilize fresh ingredients from our farm in Woodside California. Timber & Salt has intimate indoor seating for over 50 guests and an enclosed, heated outdoor patio for up to 30 guests. We are open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

J
Joseph
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We went here two days in a row - It was THAT GOOD! We had a party of 8 the first day and went back with just 2 for a second time Wait staff was great both times. Portions are generous and staff is attentive. Variety is wide with something for every taste. Pizzas are incredibly fresh, crispy and loaded with toppings. Chicken was unbelievably moist with a crispy skin. Wine selection is considerable. Deserts are also wonderful! Ambience is comfortable, but active and the area is worth walking around. OUTSTANDING in every way. This will be my "goto" whenever I'm in the area.
More info
Rise Woodfire - San MateoPrice: Moderate• American• San Mateo
•
4.5
A
Andrew
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fourth time eating here and another outstanding meal. Restaurant and bar was packed on a wet Friday night and full of energy. All dishes (steak, chicken and moussaka) were excellent. Creative cocktail selections.
More info
Mykonos MezePrice: Moderate• Greek• Burlingame
•
4.8
L
Larryvip
San Francisco Bay Area •46 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 Nov 2024
The dinner was outstanding. I highly recommend the Casarecce al Pesto. Delicious!! It came piping hot and the Pesto sauce was light and still very tasty.
More info
Il Fornaio - BurlingamePrice: Moderate• Italian• Burlingame
•
4.4
T
Tom
San Diego •14 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Nov 2024
Good food, homey interior, price was reasonable. The stand out was the owner who made the experience exceptional with his attentiveness and hospitality. Would go back just for him, with the food being a nice bonus. He made our experience memorable and very enjoyable.
More info
Sapore ItalianoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Burlingame
•
4.7
R
Rowe
San Francisco Bay Area •99 reviews
4.0
Dined on 13 Nov 2024
Always a pleasure to come here. Thank you, Dean, for your attentive and pleasant service.
More info
AvenidaPrice: Expensive• Filipino• San Mateo
•
4.5

Best Family Style Restaurants in San Mateo

Price

Cuisine

Regions

Areas

Top Rated

Dining Options

Seating Options

Accessibility

17 restaurants available nearby

1. Rise Woodfire - San Mateo

2. Avenida

3. Mykonos Meze

4. Il Fornaio - Burlingame

5. Sapore Italiano

6. La Lanterna Ristorante

7. Cafe Figaro

8. Luceti's on 25th Avenue

9. Rasoi

10. Timber & Salt

See what locals rave about

Explore OpenTable