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1. Pausa Bar & Cookery
4.7
Exceptional(1836)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • San Mateo
Booked 41 times today
Pausa, a bar and cookery in San Mateo, calls for guests to take a recess from life and enjoy a dining experience that transports them to a place of leisure. With a strong focus on modern Italian, our menu will consist of house-made pasta, wood-fired pizza, wood-fired grill, and house-cured meats. Our friendly and knowledgeable team will ensure your pause is a memorable one.We are now taking reservations for our patio tables, bar, and indoor tables. As we practice social distancing with our new limited floor plan, we ask that you and your guests limit your dining to 2 hours to accommodate all reservations.When checking table availability, if outdoor seating is not an option to select, then your reservation will be for an indoor table as the outdoor may be booked. Thank you for understanding.
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2. Cafe Florian
4.2
Awesome(337)
Price: Moderate
• American • Foster City
Booked 7 times today
Cafe Florian is a hot spot in Foster City, known for its excellent service and welcoming ambiance. It's a favorite among locals, especially during holidays, as noted in many reviews. The food selection is praised for being 'phenomenal' and 'excellent', with particular mention of its seafood options. The restaurant also hosts special brunch events throughout the year, making it a go-to spot for celebrations.
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3. Vivace - Belmont
4.7
Exceptional(2384)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Belmont
Booked 31 times today
Translated from the Italian language, Vivace means "lively", which is exactly the ambiance at Vivace - Belmont where culinary creations join with excellent wines to celebrate the cuisine of Northern Italy. Highly regarded as one of the best restaurants on the Peninsula, Vivace Ristorante is located in the charming city of Belmont. The warm interior is designed as to permit the viewing of the talented chefs as they prepare an array of Italian dishes with emphasis in the regions of Piemonte and Toscana. With its exceptional cuisine, elegant ambiance, high level of service, and extensive wine list (2003-2019 Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence), Vivace creates a wonderful dining experience in which the gastronomia of Northern Italy is celebrated everyday!
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4. Il Fornaio - Burlingame
4.4
Awesome(4427)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Burlingame
Booked 52 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.
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5. Waterside Grill + Lounge
4.8
Exceptional(116)
Price: Moderate
• Global, International • Redwood City
Booked 7 times today
Join us for a relaxing and memorable experience at Waterside Grill + Lounge. Our locally inspired seasonal menu, creative cocktail offerings, global plates and unmatched hospitality on the San Francisco waterfront provide the recipe for a great meal. With an innovative culinary and mixology team ready to cater to your every need, you’ll easily see why we are the premier destination in Redwood Shores. Our large outdoor terrace provides for unmatched al fresco bar and restaurant experience. Whether you are here for business or pleasure, we welcome you to our table.
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6. Farm and Vine
4.6
Exceptional(960)
Price: Moderate
• Farm-to-table • Burlingame
Booked 15 times today
We are open for takeout, thank you for supporting us!Farm & Vine Bistro is the culinary vision of Chef Hakan. We are a new restaurant now opened in Burlingame. Chef Hakan brings the art of food on to your plate. His 25 years of experience in San Francisco and the Bay Area, along with his ambition for food and cooking, make him famous at local neighborhood restaurants. He takes classic dishes and gives them a personalized touch using only the finest foods from local farms and around the world. From our array of starters to our mouth-watering desserts, you're sure to find a new favorite!
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7. Spasso
4.6
Exceptional(1380)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • San Carlos
Booked 4 times today
Spasso in San Carlos is a buzzing hot spot, loved by locals for its Italian, Mediterranean cuisine and exciting wine selection. The consistently friendly staff and lively atmosphere make it a go-to place. As one reviewer put it, it's a 'superb Italian restaurant'. Another praised the 'excellent service, delicious food, and courteous staff'. With such high ratings for food, service, and ambiance, Spasso is definitely a crowd favorite.
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8. The Village Pub
4.9
Exceptional(3977)
Price: Expensive
• American • Woodside
Booked 55 times today
This beloved Woodside landmark brings destination dining to Silicon Valley. The Village Pub is rich with a sense of heritage and authenticity. The warm and elegant ambiance is the perfect backdrop for Chef Mark Sullivan's Contemporary American cuisine with Classic French roots.We are open for indoor and outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery daily!
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9. Evvia
4.8
Exceptional(4639)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Palo Alto
Booked 82 times today
Sister restaurant of Kokkari, Evvia has been serving authentic rustic Greek cuisine since 1995. Our fresh fish, savory roasted meats and grilled and roasted vegetables are perked up with a squeeze of lemon, a splash olive oil, and Mediterranean herbs. There is perfection in simplicity.
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10. Benihana - Burlingame, CA
4.4
Awesome(4980)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Burlingame
Booked 81 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

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Discover best hot spot restaurants in Foster City

Discover the vibrant dining scene in Foster City, located in the San Francisco Bay Area Peninsula, where culinary hot spots cater to every palate. Renowned for their lively atmospheres and exceptional service, these restaurants offer an array of dining experiences that are a magnet for both locals and visitors alike. Each establishment boasts unique menus, with several highlighting innovative seafood dishes that reflect the coastal influence of the Peninsula. Whether you're seeking a casual meal or planning a special celebration, Foster City's dining venues provide the perfect backdrop with their stylish settings and diverse culinary offerings. The area's commitment to quality and hospitality shines through in the detailed, positive reviews shared by satisfied diners. Make your next meal memorable by reserving a spot at one of these acclaimed hot spots, where food and ambiance create unforgettable dining experiences.

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