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Brothers Cafe
Brunch restaurant
👍👍 We were in the area for charging our car and were surprised to find such a good cafe. They had an elaborate Vegan menu. We felt the portion size was huge. We could share a plate of hummus sandwich which came with a side of fries and a salad.
$$ $$
4.70 (96 reviews)
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Johnny’s
American restaurant
👍👍 Best breakfast on the Peninsula. We've been going to NiNi's for 20+ years and were devastated when they closed. Johnny's has definitely picked up the mantle as the best breakfast on the peninsula. Plus they have a fryer and make a great chicken fried steak from scratch, no frozen streak patties here...
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4.60 (66 reviews)
3
Porterhouse
Steak house
Contemporary steakhouse that dry ages its porterhouse on the premises & makes its own sauces.
$$$ $
4.50 (502 reviews)
4
Par 3 at Poplar Creek
American restaurant
Spacious dining room with a view on the Poplar Creek Golf Course featuring seasonal American fare.
$$$ $
4.50 (326 reviews)
5
The Refuge (San Mateo)
Gastropub
👍👍 Very fast service most times I go and lots of food options on the menu. The outdoor dining area is really nice with good weather and lots of parking since it’s at Hillsdale Mall.
$$ $$
4.50 (298 reviews)
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The Field Club
Bar
👍👍 Absolutely the best hidden gem in the San Mateo Highlands! Nothing else competes! The bar bartender Cody!
$$ $$
4.50 (200 reviews)
7
Jack's Restaurant & Bar
American restaurant
Lively grill serving breakfast, bar food, pastas & American plates in a warm, comfortable setting.
$$ $$
4.40 (1.8K reviews)
8
Central Park Bistro
American restaurant
A stainless-steel bar & cherry-wood tables set the stage for contemporary American dining.
$$ $$
4.40 (340 reviews)
9
Noshery
Restaurant
😐 So to be honest I kinda rather give this place a 2.8. Now keep in mind it’s actually 9 different restaurants in one. As far as the overall building. The seating sucks. The napkins are very waxy and non absorbent. The humus we ordered was very watery and the chicken was rather dry. I also ordered the...
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4.40 (130 reviews)
10
Heidi's Pies Restaurant
American restaurant
Comfortable 24-hour diner serving American fare including all-day breakfast & popular pies.
$ $$$
4.30 (1.6K reviews)
11
Pinstripes
Restaurant
Italian-American fare, bowling & bocce in a sprawling space with indoor & outdoor seating & a bar.
$$ $$
4.30 (641 reviews)
12
Bay Watch San Mateo
American restaurant
This casual diner dispenses straightforward American comfort fare for breakfast & lunch only.
$$ $$
4.30 (553 reviews)
13
Tastee Grill Catering
Mediterranean restaurant
Mediterranean counter-serve spot with hummus plates, plus falafel, shawarma & schnitzel.
$ $$$
4.30 (381 reviews)
14
Neal's Coffee Shop
Breakfast restaurant
👍👍 Ok this is one of those places you discover and wonder how in the blazes is this place so close to me and I never knew it was there? Absolutely, 100% great breakfast place. Had the egg scramble with pancakes and was shocked at how good it was.
$$ $$
4.30 (266 reviews)
15
Marketplace Café
American restaurant
😐 2.5 stars (old/dingy vibes) for ambience, 4 (solid) for the food.
We had the turkey avocado panini + side salad, tomato basil soup, and salmon with couscous.
The star was the tomato soup - great flavor but not overpowering, the perfect amount for 2, and great for dipping sandwiches into!
A little...
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4.30 (58 reviews)
16
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
American restaurant
Relaxed, lodge-chic chain serving global comfort fare, including stir-fries, pot roast & pastas.
$$ $$
4.10 (704 reviews)
17
The Cheesecake Factory
Restaurant
American chain restaurant offering sizable portions from a vast menu including signature cheesecake
$$ $$
4.00 (2K reviews)
18
Paul Martin's America
Restaurant
Stylish, eco-minded local chain serving seasonal American fare, craft beers & artisanal cocktails.
$$ $$
4.00 (852 reviews)
20
Shake Shack Hillsdale
Hamburger restaurant
Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.
$$ $$
3.90 (711 reviews)