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    Blacksmith

    3.7 (324 reviews)
    Open • 3:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated a few days ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Kelly S.

    ~ Shoutout SAM for being so uninviting ~ (Bigger guy with glasses and a half beard mustache thing he's growing) Hopefully he didn't just pomas that name because when I asked him the first 2 times, you definitely can see the wheels trying to crank but wasn't turning, Lol! Came here after dinner to grab some drinks with a girlfriend and the bartender SAM was so rude the second we walked in. We asked if we could try 2 types of beer (bc I never order my drink myself, I always have my bf order it for me). We asked to try a cider & a IPA beer and he was really hesitant bc as he was saying "if you don't like then why try it." Um sir.. if I don't try it, how can I commit to a full size drink?.. Sam then aggressively puts & pushes the cup of an IPA sample to me because he saw me walk away (he thought I was leaving) I was just taking snap shots for Yelp while waiting for him to make his rounds. I tried it and I liked it! It was literally exactly what I wanted. So for him to assume that I didn't even like it is was not very nice. He just met me like 2 minutes ago and there are different IPAs. Is it a crime to want a little sip of it before buying a full cup? - then proceeds to ask us for our ID's again AFTER giving us two filled sample cups of Cider and IPA.. He then proceeds to say our ID's were fake and that my passport is fake because I was born in an early year than everyone there (everyone there was looked around 35-70) Well anyways, I'm glad he refused our service because: 1. He was EXTREMELY RUDE from the start - not welcoming us in (okay whatever he's busy) but giving our drink and then checking our ID AFTER is kinda crazy... what if I actually wasn't old enough? Smh Sam Be more careful Sam!!! ! Don't serve drinks and then accuse customers that their ID is fake ! 2. The vibes in the place was definitely not it. It was weird from the beginning but we thought why not. Definitely trusting my gut next time. Thanks Sam! I'm glad you thought we were younger than we actually are ;) but no need to be so rude yk - If you want good service this is NOT the place. I've never met such a rude bartender - ambiance is mid compared to what I'm used to but just thought we'd stop by and continue our catch-up here.

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    Brandee M.

    Went in on a week night around dinner time and it wasn't too busy but we just went for a drink before dinner. The bartender wasn't too busy but he was very slow. Very very slow to come to serve me. The bar had empty seats and he didn't clean the seats so it was a little unwelcoming and made me feel like I shouldn't have been at the bar. Once served though I was happy. The drink was really good so I was happy there. It was loud so it's not exactly a chatting spot but it's a bar- it's been here for awhile and there's a reason for that.

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    Nicole R.

    Even though it was St Patrick's Day and the bar was slammed, we had incredible service and drinks. I didn't get our first bartenders name who made us our first two drinks but he was so awesome. You could see the care he put into each cocktail. Even on the waters he brought us, he put a lemon and a lime wedge on it. Even when he refilled the waters he put a FRESH lemon and lime wedge. Those details do not go unnoticed. Thank you! Liz was standing in front of where we were seated and we had great conversations with her. Even though she was super busy making drinks, she talked to us for a while and was so friendly and professional. The drink prices were very good, especially for the quality and the location of the bar (right in downtown Redwood City). Overall, ambiance was so fun with a DJ putting on some great music and people all around enjoying themselves.

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    Eugenia B.

    The bar itself is fine. I encountered very rude staff, especially the bouncer who wouldn't let people seating outside in the patio back in to close the tab. I have no idea how this can be even a legal practice.

    Olivia M.

    Came here for a Sunday evening night cap and it was great! It has a dive bar vibe but great beer AND cocktails. The prices were great and I'd come back in a heartbeat. I have to give a notable shoutout that the bathroom was very clean!

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    Beverly B.

    Liz was our bartender she was amazing she was able to adjust the flavors on the menu based on our taste preferences. She also made cocktails that were not on the menu. If you want delicious cocktails, great service and an awesome bartender look for Liz. The ambience of the bar is very sexy, cool, hip and modern. Great for a date. Overall a great experience!!

    Layla -- very tasty and refreshing. Tropical, but balanced.

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    Service was okay. But the bartender a girl charged more drinks than what we originally had. They are just taking advantage of drunk people.

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    I have been to this establishment multiple times but I have to say that Harry makes the best old fashioned!!

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    over priced crappy drinks, pee smell from the bathroom came all the way out to the main room. hard pass

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    Good drinks and fun night life area; there's also plenty of restaurants in the area to visit!

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    Do you have dancing floor and what kind of music? Live or do? This is Beverly

    They don't have a dance floor. There is a DJ on Friday and Saturday nights from 9pm to 1am playing top 40 and beats. Different DJ each time so they keep it fresh. It's a small space, but that doesn't stop the ladies from gettin down. Try it out,… 

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    Ghostwood Kitchen - Chicken Baja Tacos ($22)

    Ghostwood Kitchen

    4.3(164 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    •$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Free WiFi

    Beer Campaign…read more Locally-owned brew pub that was formerly just a tasting room before beginning food operations sometime during Covid. We arrived starving after a long hike at nearby Corte de Madera, and were craving some comfort food and beer to appease our appetites, and Ghostwood hit the spot! The Good: * Street, lot, and garage parking available, but more on that later. * Outdoor dog-friendly seating * Game room in the back with pool, pinball, and other forms of entertainment. * 50% off all drinks Fri & Sat night from 9 p.m. until closing. * Happy Hour Mon - Fri 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. * QR code menu ordering and payment through Toast, which is our favorite. * Service was friendly and efficient. * Fresh housemade beers and full complement of spirits and mixed drinks. * Chicken Tacos were a pleasant surprise, as they were delicious and packed with chicken and toppings. * Redwood Rodeo Burger was an outstanding smashburger! So much flavor and the meat-to-toppings-to-bread ratio was perfect. Definitely hit the spot! * Special big ups to the Beef Tallow Fries that were crispy and just fantastic. The Meh: * It is a family-friendly establishment, so prepare for unsupervised kids running amok in the game room while the parents get plastered. -_- * I thought the Fried Pickles were pretty good, but Carissa felt like they needed more batter or something. The Ugly: * Downtown Redwood City can be extremely popular, especially on weekends, so parking can be a real hassle. I'd recommend finding the Jefferson Avenue Garage which gives you the first two hours for free. Conclusion: Come for the beer but stay for the food. Highly recommended.

    We came to Ghostwood Kitchen few weekends ago and had a relaxing time! It was fun for the little…read morekids to walk around and play arcade games. We were a table for 10 so we got the space in the arcade room which was perfect for us! I like that we can order through their QR code website and we don't have to worry about splitting the bill. My husband and I ordered the Ghostwood Smash Burger! Unfortunately I didn't get a photo of it but the patty was super juicy and delicious! Also ordered a side of salad which was decent. Overall service was great and servers were very attentive. Definitely would love to come back again to try other things on the menu!

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    Redwood Rodeo Burger ($23 + $2/Beef Tallow Fries)

    Ghostwood Kitchen - Cherry Springer Wheat Ale 7%ABV - Ghostwood Beer Co., Redwood City, CA ($9)

    Cherry Springer Wheat Ale 7%ABV - Ghostwood Beer Co., Redwood City, CA ($9)

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    LV Mar Tapas & Cocktails - LV Mar Tapas & Cocktails

    LV Mar Tapas & Cocktails

    4.1(923 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    I absolutely loved my experience here!…read more I tried the beef tacos, and they were fantastic--full of flavor and really delicious. But what makes this place even more special is the atmosphere. On Friday and Saturday nights, after 9:00 p.m., they have DJs and live music, and the whole place turns into a really fun and welcoming spot. What I appreciate most is that there is no pressure to drink or spend money just to enjoy the atmosphere. You can have a drink if you want, or you can simply enjoy the music and have a great time. Everyone is welcome. Every time I come here, the people are genuinely happy to see me, and their positive energy makes me happy too. They are truly wonderful people who know how to make their guests feel welcome. Great tacos, great music, great atmosphere, and most importantly, great people. I highly recommend this place. I'll definitely be coming back!

    We came here after having dinner. Since I was the only one not driving, I was the only one with an…read morealcoholic drink. I ordered something with blood orange. it was OK. My friends and husband all had the mocktail which I think had better flavor. Our dog was able to hang out with us on the patio. They started blasting really loud music...which she was actually okay with. I originally wanted to come here, since at one point in time they may have had a lavender drink, but currently they aren't serving anything floral. I would come back for the mocktail and try out the tapas, though they currently only have one type of mocktail.

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    Angelicas - chuleton ribeye

    Angelicas

    3.9(1.4k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    •$$
    Family-owned & operated
    Large group friendly

    My wife and I went to Angelicas toady for a celebratory lunch and man o man! Our server Eric was…read moretotally attentive to special diet needs. The food was fresh and very well prepared with freshly made guacamole and fresh avocados. My beef barria enchiladas were tender to the bite and the consommé was fantastic. Wifey had the fish taco trio but not the fried option from the menu, but grilled per instructed and off menu. We HIGHLY recommend this restaurant with the beautiful decor, staff, and exemplary food.

    Came here to celebrate our anniversary. My husband found this place and thought it would be a…read morelovely place to check out. Upon walking in, this was a cute trendy restaurant which looked clean and modern. We sat in the garden area which is covered. I loved the live green walls and the lighting. There are also picture worthy areas for a quick photo. We ordered the ceviche to start off with. It was mid at best.. Nothing that stood out and not enough protein. It was served beautifully but the actual dish itself was lacking. Wagyu burger, this was exactly what you would expect. It was an average burger but cooked a little on the more well done side versus the medium we asked for. This made it a bit dry... Birria oxtail, based on other reviews I had very high hopes for this dish. But maybe because of this, it did not live up to what I was hoping for. Once again, the dish was good but not great. You get 1 piece of oxtail and some scrap meat for decor on a cup of rice. Typical braised method and not the typical birria consume. All in all, the place is beautiful. Service was great. Food was served well and plated well. But the actual food itself is okay at best and to me, does not quite justify the cost.

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    Baked brie

    Angelicas - Tropical ceviche with mango and passionfruit

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    Bar Underdog

    Bar Underdog

    4.3(59 reviews)
    6.1 mi

    Absolutely love love love this bar…read more It's quaint but lively and just a great overall atmosphere. Service has been spot on every time I have been. They have a super fun drink menu. And their small bites are too due for. The crispy chicken bites. The fruity pebble rice pudding. A must. Highly recommend

    Had an after-dinner drink to celebrate a buddy's milestone birthday. He already had Bar Underdog in…read moremind. I knew it was on California Ave. This was an old haunt of mine back when The Edge dance club was the place to be in this part of Palo Alto. Over the years I had still visited the area for its restaurants and the old camera store Keeble & Shuchat (closed for many years). Stepping into the very dark bar lit by small candles on the table I was immediately reminded at how old I was. It would say it was intimate, but it was a bit too loud to be that. However, it did have an intimate vibe. This joint's specialty (I assumed) was a menu full of house drinks. Sadly, I did not recognize any of them. I went with "You Should Try It" and it was fine. I could not describe what it tasted like, other than it was a mixed drink. My buddy ordered a "Vesper" but it didn't seem like the one Daniel Craig ordered in "Casino Royale". Service was okay and our server was very busy. Still, we got our drinks without having to wait too long. I had forgotten what it was like to go to a popular bar. Pic time.

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    Faith & Spirits

    Faith & Spirits

    4.0(115 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    •$$

    We stopped by for pre-dinner drinks and stayed longer than we anticipated. The drink menu is…read moreextensive and interesting. They have happy hour from 4:30-7 pm. We liked everything we tried. Open sesame was my favorite. Lots of seating, friendly bartender!

    Okay okay okay. So. Listen. San Carlos. Little town. Little sleepy little town on the peninsula,…read moreright? It's 9pm and I'm just walking down Laurel Street, which by the way has some REALLY good spots, they really do, and then. THEN. I hear it. Pianos. Two of them. Are they fighting?? No wait, they're DUELING. Two guys absolutely going at it on the keys, taking requests, and the crowd is just vibing. I mean really vibing. The cocktails are flowing, people are singing, and somewhere in the back of my head a little voice says "this is going to be a late night." I did not listen to that voice. No regrets. The whiskey selection is, and I say this with complete authority and only slightly blurry vision, "surprisingly incredible". The cocktails are also dialed in, they've got concoctions on the menu that you may have never heard of, or just pick the vibe you're going for and trust the process. I trusted the process. Multiple times. I used to go to Savannah Jazz back in the day. RIP, still not over it, but honestly?? This place might actually be BETTER. I said what I said. The music hits different when it's right in the middle of the whole room instead of tucked in the back somewhere. Oh and there's an outdoor area too for when you need some of that cool peninsula night air to... recalibrate. I used it. It helped. Briefly.

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    Faith & Spirits - Dualing pianos (fun!)

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    Dualing pianos (fun!)

    Blacksmith - cocktailbars - Updated September 2026

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