the food and service was great..... we went for breakfast…read moreback to back because it was that good if you're in the area, go. it's worth the wait!

First off, this is probably one of the cuter breakfast spots! I love their decor and how cozy it…read morefeels. Second, the food selection is great! We ended ordering the chicken and waffles, a specialty pancake, and sweet potato tots, which were my favorite! I highly recommend ordering a side of the tots. Third, service was on par. The servers were attentive, friendly, and made sure we were taken care of. We've been here 3 times now, and all 3 times we've had a great experience! Will definitely be coming back when we're in the area.

Food was very fresh, and the portions were generous - two dishes were enough for two. We ordered…read morethe Pear & Walnut Salad and the Baked Brie, and both were packed with flavor. The restaurant was kind enough to split the salad and brought it in 2 plates. The baked brie was hands down my favorite, and the combination of fresh pears and caramelized walnuts was also so good. The restaurant has a cozy, rustic cabin feel that makes it a great date night spot. They even bring out a candle for the table in the evening, which adds a nice touch. The staff were warm, attentive, and very polite throughout our meal. The restroom was clean, and finding street parking right outside was easy enough. It was surprisingly quiet on a weekday evening, though I have a feeling it's much busier on weekends. Overall, if you're looking for fresh, flavorful food with lots of healthy options in a cozy setting, I'd definitely recommend giving this place a try

Recently I dined at Farm House. It was not the best…read more We ordered the baked Brie, short rib, bucatini pasta with wild mushrooms and buttermilk fried chicken. The baked Brie was so gooey and paired well with the crackers, garlic, arugula and fig jam on the plate. It's a lot of fun because you get to put all the toppings on your piece of Brie. The short rib was tender and the sauce was rich, but way too bitter to my liking. The wild mushroom pasta was creamy and delicious, but could be enhanced with a bit of acid. The fried chicken was juicy. It was served with 3 cheese macaroni, corn bread and parsley. I didn't know what to do with the parsley. Overall, the meal looked and sounded better than it tasted. It'll be a while until I come back.

I came here with a party of 4. All of our food came out within 13 minutes…read more I devoured my golden ocean carbonara (Shrimps, garlic, onions, ebiko, with the house cream sauce). It was packed with flavor. The shrimps were well seasoned. The cream was light but thick enough to coat the noodles. I will be getting this again next time.

Really solid Thai fusion brunch, competitor to a couple of other options in downtown San Mateo. No…read moreline for our large party around 10:30am, but it was packed and people were waiting for our table by noon. Thai tea - a bit on the sweet side for me, and could be a little stronger. Tom yum omurice - extremely generous portion size! The sauce was delicious, and the jumbo shrimp were perfectly cooked and bouncy. The omelette part had a great balance of slightly runny-soft-cooked parts. Definitely would order again. My friends ordered a few other things which I took some bites of - Shibuya chicken - really juicy and had a thin, crispy kaarage-style crust. Crème brûlée French toast - fluffy bread! The custard might have had a hint of pandan in it too? And it came with lots of berries and powdered sugar. Portion size is definitely smaller than the savory items, but none of us left hungry!

My mother-in-law lives walking distance from the Brothers Cafe so it is extremely convenient for…read moreour family. I have been there a few times over the years and it is always quick, fresh food, that is great for breakfast or lunch. This visit we arrived around 12:30 pm and placed our order at the counter found seating for 3 of us. I was feeling particularly well with an update stomach so I only order their pancakes. They offer fruit including strawberries, powder sugar and whip cream. My wife ordered a tuna melt and fries with an Arnold Palmer. My mother-in-law ordered a latte, hauevos rancho with a scrambled egg. She raved about the latte! My 3 pancakes were huge! And it all look and tasted great. The Brothers Cafe cashier/ordered take was friendly and professional. I did note the chicken & waffles on the menu and saw several oders pass by me. I saw one C&W that looks delicious and authentic having spent a decade in Louisiana, Tennessee, Florida, Virginia and Maryland..yum! It a little off the beaten path on West Hillsdale at HWY 92 in San Mateo. But we'll worth the effort especially with their outdoor patio being renovated..Enjoy!

Nice brunch option in a plaza with lots of parking. Feels casual, but not hole in the wall, so your…read morefancy friends will feel fine here even if it's not a trendy, line out the door Instagrammable place. It is a very bright and comfortable neighborhood space. Features all your diner standards. Order at the counter and then the food will be brought to your table. I ordered chicken and waffles - it featured four pieces of juicy chicken atop a golden waffle, and I had plenty of leftovers to enjoy later.

Went for a solo brunch date! My party of 1 got seated at the side couch and coffee table area which…read morewas SO CUTE and cozy. It was semi-busy but I got seated immediately. It took about 10 minutes upon sitting down for someone to stop by my table with water and to take my order. I got a classic benedict and a luxardo apricot spritz. The spritz was very sweet but was refreshing! The benedict was not very wow-factor. Their eggs were poached well and had a beautiful runny yolk but the hollandaise sauce was lacking flavor. The muffins were also not very crispy and just looked kinda sad. Very cute ambiance and staff are very nice!

We had heard some great things about Drakes and so we decided to take the 50 min drive out to San…read moreCarlos from San Jose to see how it was. The space is great, great vibe and decor. Very open relaxed feeling. The 2 staff members we saw were very friendly. However, that is where it ends. It was 40 min before they came to take our orders, I had to call them over and I had to get up and go ask for our check when we were done. It was not busy, we went for lunch on a Thursday and we had reservations, but still there were plenty of open tables so there wasn't an obvious reason for not tending to the table. The food looks fabulous, but the price and taste do not match up. The fish from the fish and chips was literally wet, like dripping. Not oily, wet like water. The chicken for the chinese chicken salad, tasted "off", I have no other way to describe it. While it wasn't the worst food, it was not worth the wait nor the price.

I stopped by Mints and Honey on a Friday for lunch and had a great experience. We were able to find…read morestreet parking nearby, and since there is no dedicated lot, it was nice that we did not have to pay. As soon as we walked in, we were warmly greeted and seated. The host was very friendly and explained that once we were ready to order, we could head to the register in the back. After placing our order for a group of four, our drinks arrived within just a few minutes. They looked exactly like the menu descriptions and tasted just as good. The food was fresh, hot, and clearly made with quality ingredients. We all especially loved the tomato soup. We also ordered a waffle to share as an appetizer, and it came topped with large, beautiful strawberries that tasted amazing. The portion size was generous. I ordered the Fresh Mozzarella sandwich on ciabatta bread and asked for it toasted, and it was phenomenal. I did not have very high expectations since this was a quick, last minute choice and we did not even check reviews beforehand, but I am so glad we gave it a try. The inside of the restaurant has a cute and colorful vibe, and everything felt clean and well kept. I will definitely be coming back to try more items on the menu

First time at the San Carlos location! We came on a Friday morning around 10:15an on a holiday and…read moreit wasn't too busy, though it started to get busier as the morning went on. We all ordered different toasts and they were all good! I got the tuna albacore melt toast and enjoyed it. For something sweet, we shared the strawberry waffle, which surprisingly tasted better than it looked. I also tried the iced vanilla bean iced latte and liked that as well. Overall, I'd come back! It seems like a good spot to catch up with friends.

Holy crap this place is awesome. So many unique offerings! Me and my girlfriend had all the…read morethings we could on our first visit and all were excellent. I gotta come back for all the breakfast plates! Btw, OYSTERS!

I brought two friends here because I had been before and remembered the customer service being…read moregreat and the food being decent. I completely understand that there was a wait since it was a busy day--we waited about 25 minutes, which seemed reasonable. What disappointed me was what happened next. Another family walked in after us, and it appeared they knew one of the employees. She greeted them by saying, "Véngase, consuegro, los voy a sentar arriba," and they were seated immediately while we continued waiting another 15-20 minutes before finally being seated. Once we sat down, it took another 15 minutes before anyone came to take our order. Our food arrived, and I asked for a coffee. Unfortunately, no one checked on our table afterward. The server was constantly running up and down the stairs, and although I tried several times to get her attention because I wanted a refill, I never had the chance. We eventually had to leave without it. The food was okay, but the service made us feel overlooked. I don't mind waiting when a restaurant is busy, but I do expect customers to be treated fairly, regardless of whether they know someone who works there.

There's a reason people from all over the Peninsula make the trip to this Irish pub on weekend…read morenights. it's become one of the few places in San Carlos that truly feels like nightlife. By day, it's warm, welcoming, and family-friendly. You'll see families enjoying dinner, friends catching up over drinks, and locals stopping in for great food and hospitality. But once Friday night hits, the entire atmosphere transforms. The lights dim, the music turns up, the dance floor fills, and the energy becomes something you'd expect to find in a much bigger city. Friday nights bring a fun mix of crowds; from younger groups looking for DJs, dancing, cocktails, and nightlife energy, to older guests enjoying the live music, atmosphere, and social vibe. Honestly, I'm a little older myself and still absolutely love the younger, high-energy scene here. It's fun, welcoming, and never feels out of place no matter your age. That's what makes this place so unique. Everyone fits in and everyone has a great time. Then Saturdays bring a completely different experience with live artists and an incredible variety of music. One weekend you'll hear young country performers getting the crowd singing along, and the next you'll find authentic Irish fiddlers creating that classic pub atmosphere everyone loves. That variety is what keeps people coming back..every weekend offers something different and memorable. The food is outstanding, the beer and cocktail selection is excellent, and the hospitality is second to none. I finally had the chance to meet Molly, the owner, and it's easy to see why this place has built such a loyal following. Her passion for creating a place where everyone feels welcome shows in every detail. From the amazing service to the live entertainment and unforgettable atmosphere, this isn't just another local pub. It's become a destination spot and one of the true nightlife gems in San Carlos. Highly recommend checking it out, especially on the weekends.

I can't believe I haven't been to MollyO's before. They've been open about 3 years. I feel like I…read morecan really celebrate my Irish heritage here. I like the dark, green colors and of course they were playing some fun Irish pub music. The service was great, but we were also the only people in the pub besides the two people who were working. Today, I came in to try their Irish Breakfast and watch some Rugby! A traditional Irish breakfast must contain Black and White pudding (a ground sausage, oatmeal and spices), Irish sausage (tastes like a banger), Irish bacon (more like thinly sliced ham), eggs. and tomato baked beans. It's delicious! I hope they get more business though! I really like this place!