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Elysian Nook at Amara - Amara, Belmont, CA

Amara

4.6
4.6
9 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
Step into Amara, where Mediterranean artistry meets timeless elegance. Led by Chef Brett and a Michelin-distinguished team, Amara offers a sun-kissed escape in the Peninsula. Inspired by Greece, Morocco, and Spain, our menu blends tradition with innovation.

Indulge in dishes like smoked lamb tajine, black hummus with crispy smelt, and our signature caviar service, paired with a globally curated wine list. The 32 oz Tomahawk steak with za’atar butter is a masterpiece, while whole branzino and braised octopus evoke coastal Mediterranean flavors.

Under Executive Sous Chef Linda, desserts shine—Labneh cheesecake, molten harissa chocolate cake, and baklava sundae with rose and pistachio.

Nestled in the hills of Belmont along the 280 and 101 corridor, Amara is easily accessible yet beautifully secluded. A lush, candlelit courtyard invites you to linger under twinkling lights.

Take a trip to island shores without leaving California.

Amara is Paradise found, not for one day but every day.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Belmont
  • Cross street
    Ralston and Alameda De Las Pulgas (Carlmont Shopping Center)
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

  • Unwind, sip, and savor at Social Hour

    $25.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Unwind, sip, and savor at Social Hour—your new favorite after-work ritual. For just $25, enjoy a handcrafted cocktail + a delicious bite, all while soaking up the vibrant atmosphere of our stunning bar. Meet our expert bar team, learn a little mixology magic, and indulge in flavors that hit just right. ✨ Elevated drinks. Incredible bites. Good vibes. ✨ Pull up a seat—your next great cocktail moment starts here. 🍸🍽
    Unwind, sip, and savor at Social Hour Photo

What 9 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

9 Reviews
  1. Rosemary VIP

    San Francisco35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a wonderful restaurant. The food, service and ambiance is fabulous. They will soon be serving outside down below and for lunch too. Our favorites were: Grilled Shrimp (fabulous), BBQ lamb ribs, green hummus, grilled broccolini. Spring Pea Gozleme and Phlo Crusted Petrale were good. The Baklava Sundae is a must. The ice cream is saffron/vanilla-delicious. All the flavors are unique and subtle. Highly recommend it. Oh and staff are really good.

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  2. Saurabh

    Hawaii9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food with excellent service. Beautiful interiors and decent choices for vegetarians

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  3. arnout VIP

    San Francisco63 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    New place, new experience. Great food, great service, great drinks, great wines. The food was excellent. Unique, delicious and tasty. Well presented by attentive staff. The interior is very nice and welcoming. We’ll be back soon.

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  4. Rory

    San Francisco25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food service and atmosphere, a real neighborhood gem!

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  5. Conrad VIP

    San Francisco14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding. They have a nice selection of small plates, all very delicious. We had warm olives, baba ganoush, BBQ lamb riblets, braised octopus (the best!), and mushroom kibbeh (a type of dumpling). The wine list is small but very interesting with wines from Israel, Austria, Morocco, places that you don't see on a wine list very often. The owner, Rena, stopped by to ask how the food was, which we appreciated. The food and service were great. It is slightly pricey but the quality is outstanding.

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  6. Anuradha

    San Francisco24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding Service and Amazing food!. Excellent choice for large groups

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  7. Rebecca VIP

    Central Coast9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed the service, the ambiance and the food. The drinks were pricey and tiny. But we will return

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  8. Kristina VIP

    San Francisco1 review

    2.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The decor is great and servers very attentive (maybe a little too much) but unfortunately the food was hit or miss for us and very expensive. The soup was great but other dishes disappointed in flavor and texture. We had the kibbeh, lobster and a couple other items. The bread and hummus were good.

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  9. Anthony

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful restaurant. The food was delicious and adventurous. Servers were polite and attentive.

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FAQs

Amara is rated 4.6 stars by 9 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Amara

1015 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont, CA 94002

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Ralston and Alameda De Las Pulgas (Carlmont Shopping Center)
  • Neighborhood
    Belmont
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Executive chef
    Bret Tullis
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access
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