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Bistro Arancini

4.4 (155 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Pizza Alla Diavola
Justin G.

Well, what can I say about this place. This place gives off the Italian vibe that you were looking for if you are staying in Burlingame or just visiting. It is a classy joint. The price prices are just about par the area and restaurant. If you love Italian food definitely come here. You will not be disappointed. Try the appetizer calamari it's the best.

Lemon Cheese Cake
Lexine F.

We had a reservation for lunch time and when we came it wasn't busy so a reservation wasn't necessary. We were greeted with friendly staff. Our server was really sweet and accommodating to any dietary restrictions. We were celebrating my graduation and they were kind enough to give us a lemon cheesecake on the house. I ordered the Penne Ala Vodka. It was really good and it was different from what I was expecting with a ala vodka sauce usually being red but this one was a white sauce. The restaurant is modern and also gives off classic Italian vibes.

Tiramisu
Rose C.

A nice neighborhood restaurant that has a classy ambiance yet comfortably casual. They have a small bar area and a couple of bar seating available. A good selection of wine but is still waiting on their liquor license to serve beer and other cocktail drinks. Service was a bit slow. Though the place was not packed, it took a bit for our food to be served. It helped that the bread came out quickly. The dip for the bread was very good. That was really enjoyable. The heirloom burrata starter was a missed. Although good portion, it was bland and poorly seasoned. Our entrees however, were delicious! We had the Octopus Spaghetti and the Linguine Vongole. Each dish had very distinct flavors and tastefully pleasing! We ended the meal with the tiramisu. It was simple, light and homely.

Halibut Special
Lilly G.

Loved my experience, everything was super delicious!! Came in on a Friday at around 5pm with a group of 2, no reservation. At this time there's lots of tables out reserved for bigger tables - if you are coming for a special event I would definitely recommend reserving beforehand so there's no risk of not getting a table. The staff was very kind and prepped a small table for the 2 of us even though they were pretty full. The food is amazing!! We got the Octopus Pasta and the Halibut Special. Everything was cooked perfectly - the fish was super crispy outside and so tender on the inside, couldnt have been cooked better. It was well seasoned and went great with the lemon sauce. The pasta was very generous with the amount of seafood for the price, and the sauce was super creamy. Delicious and definitely hit the spot for us! The desserts were also amazing, we had tiramisu and affogato, both delicious no notes. Perfect end to the meal! Service was awesome, we got multiple check-ins throughout the meal and never ran out of water. Such a wonderful dinner! Seems great for big groups and special dates. One of my fave Italian spots to date actually. Highly recommend a visit!

Vanilla Gelato
Koko M.

Bistro Arancini is the kind of restaurant that immediately makes you feel at home. From the moment you walk in the atmosphere is welcoming and relaxed with a cozy charm that encourages you to settle in and enjoy the experience. The staff greets you with genuine warmth and their attentiveness throughout the meal adds to the feeling that you are in good hands. The menu highlights fresh ingredients and beautifully balanced flavors and every dish arrives with thoughtful presentation that never feels over or under done. Every plate was packed with flavor and just enough to share bites around the table while still enjoying your meal (if you're into the share). Whether you are sharing a leisurely meal with friends, coworkers, or enjoying a quiet dinner for two this restaurant delivers a comforting memorable dining experience that invites you to return again and again.

Bread pudding
Corinna T.

Bistro Arancini serves up some delicious Italian food in an elegant setting. For a table of 3, we shared the heirloom burrata as an appetizer. For entrees, we had the branzini served with mashed potatoes and vegetables, seafood lasagna, and the seafood paella. For dessert, we shared the bread pudding. All of us agreed the food and service were excellent. My friends enjoyed their red and white wines poured by the glass. For a Monday night, the place rather quiet. We would definitely come back.

Bread
Rosie M.

We parked on the street and walked into the first restaurant that was open, which was Bistro Arancini. We were seated quickly because a little more than half. The restaurant was empty. The bread presentation was beautiful. We enjoyed the tomatoes and olive oil. I ordered the bouquet and my friend. She ordered the chicken Parmesan. Both of us were not impressed with the flavors although we were super hungry because we were walking around all day with heavy backpacks. I asked the waiter for hot sauce or any pepper sauce and he said yes, but never came back with any so I was using the salt and pepper on the table to try to give my meal a little bit of flavor. My friend, she just decided to pack up the rest of her food and add spice to it when she came home and maybe it'll be a nicer experience. Overall, the restaurant was really clean and the presentation of the food was nice.

chicken parmigiana
David M.

Cute, nicely decorated restaurant on Broadway. Seating inside and to the front along the sidewalk. Service was good. Not busy on this Tuesday night with only a sprinkling of diners. Couldn't decide between the pesto ravioli or the chicken parm. Asked the waiter and he excitedly said the chicken parm. I couldn't pass it up with that kind of response. But, sadly, I was underwhelmed. Sauce is a light, watery type and I prefer a darker, but that doesn't make it bad. The chicken was the disappointment here. It came with two cutlets that were pounded flat and perfectly oval shaped. This made it tougher than I like. This gave it a TV dinner appearance and feel. Too bad. Comes with a good amount of spaghetti which was good. Wouldn't order this dish again but would try the restaurant again. Cream brûlée was good.

Creme Brulee (3 stars)
Phi N.

Stopped in and ordered the crabcakes, bucatini, and octopus spaghetti. The crabcake tasted better than it looks, but it was a little heavy on the filling. The two pastas were good enough to eat but neither that memorable. Finished our meal with bread pudding with vanilla bean ice cream and creme brulee. I enjoyed the bread pudding more of the two but both were solid.

Linguini pasta w clams..perfect!
David V.

It was another spectacular dining experience here last night (Friday) at Bistro Arancini. We brought two bottles of wine (corkage $25 per bottle) and were served delicious in house bread with warm olive oil and garlic. Ordered 2 Caesar salads for 3 people and I ordered the Pasta Linguini w class, my friends ordered the Chicken Parmigiano and the fresh Halibut fish with sautéed spinach and vegetables with fresh lemon to squeeze. Desserts were so good, one chocolate lava cake and one bread pudding. This is one of Burlingame's epic Italian restaurants. It's a jewel and you need to find out for yourself by having dinner here. I applaud the service where servers actually know how to do their jobs.

Margarita pizza
Goku U.

I came here for a dinner and our large party was seated inside on the left. Unfortunately there was no ac in the restaurant since the windows were opened and it got pretty warm over the course of the 2 hr dinner. Highly recommend sitting by the window or outside because of this. First off, there's a single server who spoke English who seemed pretty overwhelmed by al the requests everyone made. The other servers didn't speak English and always had to request the main server, even for chili pepper flakes or bread. It took quite awhile for our apps and then main dishes to get ordered. The server tried pushing a lot of appetizers on our large party. An olive and oil dip was brought to our table but we had to ask for bread. The bread was cold and a little stale - it would have benefited from being warm. Appetizers were all ok, we had ordered a variety - brushetta, salads, arancini. All were sub-par, and could have used more seasoning. After the appetizers, we had to wait quite awhile more for the main dishes to arrive. Again, all were sub-par, and I felt I could've made these better at home myself. Overall, if you want a very casual, slow dinner than stop by. But if you want a tasty meal that satisfies your hungry stomach, then I would suggest to look elsewhere.

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Earl H.

First visit to this wonderful little Italian restaurant. Currently it is beer and wine only, pending approval of their liquor license. No problem.... We enjoyed a nice Brassfield Sauv Blanc..... The Great Gal ordered the Arichette (sp? .... No longer have the menu in front of me. I went with Alfredo tonight, which I loved, however it did not have the taste and texture range that the GG enjoyed. Her dish had pasta shells, sausage, spinach, tomatoes, assorted spices .... And yes, part of it ended on my plate. I would like to have taken her dish home. We have an early flight tomorrow, so took Tiramisu to enjoy at the Hotel. Service was friendly, attentive, and totally customer focused. Sergin was just one of the servers that visited our table to provide superb service. We also met Mehmet, the owner, a most gracious host and proprietor. This is a quaint and romantic oasis on one of the main streets (Broadway) in Burlingame. Return visit for sure!!! One FYI! While is parking on the street, this is a busy venue street, so finding parking can be a challenge.

One of the appetizers
Owen C.

Wow!! We went as a work group to a place we had never been to since we're from the other side of the country. All 5 of us were absolutely happy we choose this place. Every single bite I got to taste was seriously perfect I promise. Not a single thing was blah nor boring nor just plain. Every single bite was delicious and legit. My favorite thing at any restaurant is always how the servers are and how the vibe is. This place was absolutely perfect in the vibe and the server we had was seriously super nice and was a perfect server. This was a great place to go to if you're in San Francisco near it.

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Is there a dress code there?

No, there is no dress code. We dressed casual.

Is there a corkage fee?

Yes 25$ for 750 ml

Can I make a reservation?

Absolutely! We recommend making a reservation, especially during peak hours, to ensure you have the best dining experience possible. Book your table through our website or give us a call.

How's parking situation, are there parking lot or street parking?

There is definitely street parking on that block and the next. Not sure about any parking lots.

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Very busy, full house Friday night evening around 7 PM. A couple hours later, it did get less busy…read more Drinks and appetizers came out fast. Entrees did take a little while longer to be served but I don't blame the workers for the crowd. Service was attentive (server, food runners, & bussers). My drink: Post & Beam Cabernet Sauvignon red wine - rich, full bodied, mildly sweet with a smooth, long finish. Complimented my entree very well (lamb shank). No clash in taste going from eating to drinking. Appetizers: Calamari: Not a huge fan of calamari personally but it was okay. Crispy and chewy squid inside as expected. Greek fries: Typical fries. Crispy and garnished with 2 sauces. One has a mild spice. Nothing super special but it was good as a choice of "sides" from the menu that turned into an appetizer. Had some leftover for my entree that paired well with it actually. Zucchini cakes: crispy shell on the outside but a mushy, hashbrown-like inside of a flavorful mix of vegetables. Really enjoyed this one. Would recommend it. Entrees: Mine: Lamb Shank: soft, tender, the meat melts right off the bone. The sauce is amazing. Tasteful down to the garnish. There was one end that was super fatty and slimy and then different side of the same end that was really chewy like bubblegum but other than that, still my favorite dish from everyone else's. Glad I chose this. Fisherman's Pasta : the presentation is immaculate, very proportional ratio of seafood to the pasta. l like the variety but honestly, this dish is bland. Good thing I got the lamb shank! Arnisia Paidakia (Lamb Chops): Didn't eat but the person who ate it said it tastes good but kind of dry. What he enjoyed about it was that the rice was made of wheat & savory as well. Lobster Risotto - wasn't my personal order but I got to try a bite. Had some flavor and and enough meat from the tail to eat with the savory rice. Free birthday Baklava desert: Never had it before but I got a bite and liked it. Ended up giving the rest to everyone else. This place is good for its variety of choices so I may come back for the good food and atmosphere.

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