More of San Mateo's Standout Tables

Japanese gastropub with an easygoing contemporary vibe serving grilled yakitori meats & sake.

At this Mongolian chain eatery, diners cook meat & vegetables in broth at the table.

Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch.

Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

Simple delivery joint, one of an area chain, offers up straightforward pies, burgers & sandwiches.

Relaxed, family-run option serving Thai lunch & dinner specialties in a warm, intimate space.

Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.

Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.

Large portions of specialty rolls, yakitori & sake served in an ample 2-story space.

Casual counter-order spot with jungle-scene murals, salsa bar with unlimited chips & taco shop fare.

Unfussy restaurant offering heaping bowls of ramen noodles with meats, fried crab, veggies & more.

American chain restaurant offering sizable portions from a vast menu including signature cheesecake.

This casual diner dispenses straightforward American comfort fare for breakfast & lunch only.

Welcoming steakhouse provides craft cocktails, a lengthy wine list & cut-to-order prime rib.

Pies, subs, baked pastas & other Italian faves are served at this standard eat-in & take-out spot.

Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.

Sushi & traditional Japanese eats like chicken teriyaki, plus happy hour available at the bar.

Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Live music. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.

Long-running hangout dishing up pies with a choice of 4 different crusts, plus other Italian grub.

Classic Chinese fare is served in a space decorated with Asian art at this simple restaurant.

Small, unpretentious Japanese spot with a classic menu of sushi, udon & teriyaki.

Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.

New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.

Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.

Identifies as Latino-owned. Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights.