Kincaid's Bayhouse - Burlingame

Kincaid's Bayhouse - Burlingame reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Bobby

   San Francisco7 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   As per usual, the food was very good, the service consistent and ambiance was fantastic!
   

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   JoAnn

   Phoenix28 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   We have had marginal service both times we have been here. They are clearly understaffed. The waitstaff is rushed and does not check back. Last night my dinner arrived cold. I had to flag down another server. Ours dropped off the food and then was nowhere to be seen. They did heat the food up, overcooking the meat in the process. Other than that, the food was acceptable but not special..... The Kincaids in Bloomington, MN is far superior in ambiance, service, and food quality.
   

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   Linda VIP

   San Francisco45 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   The 3 coarse meal, for $49., was absolutely a great deal. The choices for starter, entrée and dessert were perfect. We had 2 Ceasar salads, one shrimp scampi, one black miso cod, one creme brulee and one I think flourless cake with raspberry sauce. Will definitely return.
   

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   Vincent

   Washington DC25 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Overall a nice restaurant with nice views. Food is adequate but the noise level is high. Service is good both in the bar (Leslie) and restaurant (Diego).
   

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   Anthony

   Orange County1 review

   1.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 1

   First we arrived at 4:47 , we were told seating doesn't start until 5 , just then a couple came in and said they had reservations , they were seated immediately, that's when we made reservations and then asked if we could be seated . To our suprise they said yes . We were the only two couple in a room setup for at least 150 . Second , the table had a crumb from a previous meal , this place had just opened for dinner every table was set . It should have been spotless. Third , the floor was filthy , looked as if it hadn't been vacumed, under tables were left over asparagus , cloth napkins , and silver ware. Fourth the lobster bisque was delicious and full of flavor Fifth the bread which we assumed was foccia was hard and old . Sixth the cippino which was all skimpy at best had 2 small crab legs ,mussels that were spoiled , a few clams , and over cooked shrimp that was thrown in a tomato sauce mixed with oil that was coagulated . It was gross and we sent it back . Seventh we were offered another entree which we chose the seared ahi , it was overcooked something with under cooked veggies . Even grosser than the cippino. Eighth we decided we were done there . They offered a creme brulee we declined 200$ should have been comped , seems like second nature to them to offer you different food and no discount . Surprising the lobster bisque had flavor as everything else was bland . Please please please believe all the bad reviews that go back years ! Also to top it off some Einstein parked so close to my car he scratched it clear to metal with his door ! What a terrible dinner date .
   

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   Scott VIP

   San Francisco72 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on May 20, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   Wow, what happened to this once amazing place. The view is its only saving grace. I could not finish my dinner (salmon), which was literally inedible. Never going to return.
   

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   T-pop

   San Francisco1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 20, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I recently made a reservation for my friend at Kincaid’s steakhouse, and it turned out to be a fantastic experience. They absolutely loved it! The food was outstanding — perfectly cooked steaks with great flavor and quality ingredients. The service was also top-notch: attentive, friendly, and professional. What really made the evening extra special was the view. It was stunning and added a beautiful backdrop to a memorable dining experience. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for great food, excellent service, and an amazing atmosphere!
   

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   Lily

   San Francisco17 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on May 19, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 1

   We dined at Kincaid to celebrate mine and my son’s birthdays which we have done for many years. I’m sorry to see the quality of the food has significantly deteriorated. My husband and son ordered the special which included prime rib. The meat looked thin, pale, tough and very unappetizing. Certainly not the same quality of past years. Their appetizers of fried calamari looked very oily not the usual drier fried calamari, not appealing. My cioppino was so-so, broth was salty, non descriptive . No bread was served or offered with the cioppino. My son and husband’s dinner came with crème brûlée which was ok. I was not offered a dessert menu and would have ordered a dessert to celebrate my birthday. Just as well, saved on the calories. The table and interior paint looked very tired and could use a fresh coat of paint. Dead flies on the windowsill. The service was ok, sound level was high and couldn’t hear our conversation. Sorry Kincaid but we were disappointed with the quality of the food and we concurred not to return. The dining room was half empty on a Sunday evening…
   

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   Gordon VIP

   San Francisco98 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on May 19, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 1

   The food was good, well prepared and the view of the SF Bay was a special treat. The restaurant was full in the late afternoon when we went, which made the sound level very high. Nevertheless, we could carry-on our own conversation and hear one another.
   

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    Luann VIP

    San Francisco95 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    Very delicious food!! A bit loud. Maybe less tables would help for the noise but obviously they want to maximize their customers. Beautiful view!! And they now have a ‘security guard’ for their parking lot so that’s better than nothing.
    

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