Dinner reservations for me and the wife, her birthday celebration . Got there a little early. Confirmed reservations and were given choices of seating. Wasn't as busy as the last time we where here a couple of weeks Ago. To me it seemed a little short staff, person, seating us, was also taking orders and bartering. I also believe I saw another waiter and two bus people they were working they were working really hard, applause to them they seem to pull it off. Same MO as last time, half bottle of wine, two entrées, bread and dipping sauce. And tiramisu for dessert with a candle for the birthday girl awesome touch. . Everything was perfect. Can't wait to come back again. Thank you. read more

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I liked this place but I think they might have either switched their cooks or something is going on. I think they purposely up their prices for Mother's Day, Valentine's Day etc., because our bill was ridiculous. Anyway...we ordered the bolognese pasta and vodka rigatoni with added chicken. Their chicken was extremely dry and hard to chew, the way they cooked it just didn't complement the dish at all. To top things off the pastas were under seasoned. Our server did not come to refill our water even ONCE. It was an extremely disappointing Mother's Day dinner. I don't think I'll be coming here again. read more

Café Figaro - Italian Near Me - Burlingame, California

Cafe Figaro was packed on a Tuesday night. We arrived at 6:30pm with an indoor reservation. Upon arrival, we were told that another party was finishing up, and our table would be ready "in 3 minutes." Fast-forward to 30 minutes later (7pm) and our table still wasn't ready. We decided to just sit outside (despite this not being our preference and - again - we had a 6:30pm indoor reservation). An employee (said his name was Will) was friendly and apologetic - apparently 2 large tables rolled in without notice which threw off their planning for the evening. We understood and were empathetic, but at the same time, there was more that could have been done. Will mentioned that the party sitting at our table had already paid but continued to sit there, as if there was nothing he could do about it. However, I (and I'm pretty confident most people) have experienced being asked politely to wrap things up during a busy service when other guests are waiting on the table or have a reservation. Since he prioritized their table over us, he could have offered to comp us something small, but he didn't do that either. Food was tasty though prices were a bit steep. We also ordered 2 cocktails and were surprised how small they were. One final note: I originally ordered the Lavender Spritz cocktail. I was then informed they were out, so I tried to order a Last Word. Unfortunately, our waiter was unfamiliar with it. I asked if she could check with the bartender, and if they couldn't make a Last Word, I would take a margarita with tajin. She then asked me "what's tajin?" At that point, I gave up and told her I just wanted a regular margarita. Pretty disappointed as I've been dying to try Cafe Figaro for months after reading all the great reviews. read more

This place has been around for so long for good reason. It's definitely on the pricier side, but you get what you pay for in the quality of the food, service, and overall experience! A reservation is recommended as it was pretty busy on a Tuesday night. The food was all amazing. We were immediately given bread & olive oil/balsamic vinegar. Our appetizers came so quick; the meatballs we got were very tender, bruschetta was okay. Our server was so attentive in clearing off our table for the entrees which also came so quickly! The only complaint was from my dad, he said the veal was a little tough. The rest of us loved our dishes. Pasta was all cooked perfectly and the sauces were well made! As we ate we noticed a man (presumably part of the family that owns the place) talking with customers by name (definitely regulars). The restaurant has a home-y feeling, but is elegant and formal for a fine dining experience. Overall, this is definitely the place to come for quality Italian food and amazing service! read more

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I've been here twice so far and both times have been wonderful. It's so homey, a little traditional and the staff are wonderful :) All their food is wonderful. The bread is yummy and soft and the sauce it comes with is so flavorful. The truffle gnocci is bomb. I also love their fettuccine alla adriatica, but I get it with chicken! read more

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We loved our experience here! We have been here before but decided to order different items. We started with bread which comes with olive oil and vinegar along with herbs. Yum! We also had the Napa cabbage salad and the stuffed mushrooms. Both were delightful and warm. The mushrooms were piping hot and stuffed with Italian sausage and cheese, topped with like a bruschetta topping. The tomatoes complemented it well. The Napa cabbage salad is also warm and flavorful, and it comes with bacon, mushrooms, Dijon mustard and it tasted like gorgonzola cheese or blue cheese. For the entrees we opted to share the chicken piccata and the filet mignon pappardelle and this was phenomenal! The chicken piccata was perhaps a bit more overcooked than I would have liked but the flavor was good. It comes with a potato puree and a side of vegetables (broccoli, zucchini and yellow squash). The picatta sauce had the perfect amount of salt and flavor. The pasta was also perfectly cooked! And the steak was delicious and simple. I enjoyed the cherry tomatoes in the sauce and it comes with a cream marsala . Wow! Overall service was great and we enjoyed the quietness of the ambiance. This is a local neighborhood gem with fantastic service and dishes with flavors that make you smile. read more

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Cafe Figaro always hits the spot whenever we are in mood for Italian. Tonight we ordered the stuffed mushrooms, the Napa cabbage salad, the famous Pappardelle, and the chicken piccatta to share. We loved it all. I appreciated how the stuffed mushrooms were served piping hot. There was steam coming out as I sliced into them. The chicken was tender and perfectly seasoned. Finally my favorite the pappardelle was chewy and came with a generous portion of meat. The server was friendly and all the dishes came with perfect timing. read more

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Came in an hour before closing. Service was comparable to service in Italy. Food was okay. Romantic vibes. Great selection of wine! Sauvignon Blanc and Sancerre were delicious. Thank you! read more

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Made reservations for Fri nite- we sat on time and they did not rush our dinner! We all order different plates and shared dishes, everything from appetizers, dinner to dessert were delicious! Can't wait to return and try other dishes! Parking in this part of town can be challenging! read more

I absolutely enjoyed my dining experience here so much! The food is absolutely delicious and the vibes are immaculate. The staff are also very sweet and super nice. I really enjoyed the bruschetta and the pastas, the shaved watermelon ice at the end was also a delightful treat! Loved my experience here so much! read more

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Great food and service! The lasagne was amazing and the fresh bread with the dipping sauce with delicious. Would highly recommend.

Cafe Figaro is our go-to local spot for Italian food and low-key date nights! The owner, Will, is awesome and makes us feel like family every time we visit! He also curates an excellent wine selection. In terms of food, you really can't go wrong ordering off the specials... BUT our absolute favorite thing to do these days is order the tasting menu + wine pairing! It's such a great deal AND the wine is nicely paired, showing off Will's talents. We always look forward to our date nights here! read more

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I came here for a friend's early bday dinner. She had made a reservation & we still waited close to 30 mins before we were actually sat. Not to mention, the neglect we felt & on top of that they had sat another party right before us... even though we had waited first. It was a 5min difference, but still... that's rude. So for that, service was so so. It left a bad 1st impression. Although, when it came time for dinner they became more attentive & efficient. Food was coming out pretty fast too, which was nice. More on a positive note, the food was great!! It really saved the night!! I had ordered the calamari, & Caesar salad. Calamari was good, just a bit salty. Caesar was good as well, but it needed more croutons. & for my entree, I ordered the filet mignon pappardelle pasta, & it was delish. Great Marsala sauce!! For dessert, the choc mousse was perfect. Nice, light & fluffy!! Ambiance is small & tight. As soon as you walk in, you're already in the way of traffic. It def needs a separate, waiting area... or for ppl to be sat in a timely manner. read more

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Went over a month ago, food was great and very affordable and the wine program is very strong and also very fairly priced.

Been coming here for a while now and I just noticed how consistently great this food is. The atmosphere of a small family run business just makes one feel at home. My go to is the Veal Cutlet, best I've had to be honest. Also if you're feeling good the martini's are a must. Don't sleep on Figaro read more

Great food, great atomsphere and great service. We've been going to Cafe Figaro quite regulary starting in 2023 and everything has been consistenly great. I believe they've been here since 1989 and the current 2ng generation owner Will is amazing. And oh by the way, they also have an amazing wine list and their markups are very reasonable compared to other places in the Bay Area. read more

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I loved this place. In Burlingame for a conference and did some research on yelp before selecting Cafe Figaro for dinner. Visited on a Thursday evening and every table was full. Glad I made reservations. The restaurant is super cute old school Italian vibe. Wine bottles line the wall along with movie art (Scarface). The staff were personable and very attentive. Olive oil with vinegar and herbs is served with bread and is a complimentary starter. I ordered the fettuccine alla adriatica- creamy garlic sauce with rock shrimp and scallops. So good- you can taste how fresh the ingredients are. The wine list is extensive. They also offer seasonal specials, so make sure to check that menu out. It's no wonder this restaurant has been around since 1989, great food, great service. Next time I'm going to try their risotto. Ciao! read more

This is definitely a neighborhood gem. First of all, they treat you like family outstanding service in the minute you walk through the door until you leave. The food is superb. The wine selection is outstanding . Home like atmosphere. read more

Amazing pastas and risottos! We came here for a birthday celebration as a group of 6. The lighting was dim and the restaurant was very cozy. The highlight was definitely the risotto con funghi. There were a lot of selections - chicken, seafood, pasta, appetizers. We're definitely coming back! read more

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Most Italian restaurants I've been to lately have been marginal at best. The food and service here however were both EXCELLENT. It was a decent size group at seven so we tried multiple appetizers, pastas and mains. Not usually a lamb person but the chops were best in class, pastas all well done and the desserts a great finish. Most importantly the team there feels you are at right at home. Not intrusive, service with a smile and somehow they remember you even though I haven't been here in a long while. Can't even think of what to adjust. Loved it. read more

We came here for our anniversary last year and my partners birthday this year with his family. Everyone enjoyed their meals and drinks. The restaurant has such a cozy "at home" feel and the service add to that experience. Can't wait to come back! read more

Amazing vibes! Everything was beautiful--the artwork, the dim lighting, the candles, even the staff lol. Had a reservation for Saturday at 5:30 for a party of 18 including a child with a high chair and they had everything set up for when we arrived. By 6pm, the restaurant is packed and there's a lively chatter which adds to the fun atmosphere. The food was pretty good too, not the best Italian I've had in the Bay but pretty solid. I liked the prosciutto with buratta, the calamari, and the mushroom veal dish (Vitello al Funghi e Marsala), although that wasn't super filling. We were celebrating a birthday and they were also super kind about keeping the cake in the fridge and cutting it for us. Would definitely come again! read more

Café Figaro - Buratta - Italian Near Me - Burlingame, California

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Café Figaro was a great dining experience. Firstly, our waitress Linda N was extremely kind and went above and beyond with our service. She spoke to us about where we were from and was so friendly! She accomadated our seating preference as well. The appetizer was delicious, probably my favorite. The cheese and basil were so fresh and the prosciutto was fantastic. Well worth the price. The entrees were delicious and very filling. The penne vodka was so flavorful and classic. The pomodoro with eggplant was great. Overall great vibe and ambiance, with indoor and outdoor seating! read more

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We arrived on a Wednesday night, and the place was almost packed, which is a sign of good food I got calamari which was very good. The chicken picatte was a bit spicy, and the Ravioli was very rich and delicious. They have indoor and outdoor sitting. We sit outside, and it was great. My wife did not like the server very much, and hence four star. We probably will go there again though read more

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My wife and I went to the for the first time to celebrate my birthday. I had their tasting menu with the wine pairing. Will did a great job selecting the wines for the food pairing. Thank you Will and Linda for making my birthday a memorable one. I'll be back. read more

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It's good food, nice service! We love the bread and balsamic/oil starter. I had the chicken parm, husband had filet and friend had vodka sauce pasta. All were delicious! We especially loved the gelato at the end and the summer special watermelon refresher. read more

Walked in without a rese. Knew the food is amazing. Saw Will and he said they were booked solid. I asked if the bar was available- he said yes. Had amazing red wine he suggested and the gnocchi was some of the best eat ever. Highly recommend Cafe Fiori. Folks and food and ambiance- the best. But make a rese. read more

This is overdue, but this is a new hidden gem for us and surprise. I never knew about it until a few months ago. Delicious food great service in a reasonable price point. The servers and shuffle even go off menu if you have a specific dish you're looking for and they have the ingredients to make it. read more

The food is quite good, we enjoyed the risotto, and gnocchi, and appetizer of fried calamari, the grilled scallops were quite small but tasty, other items well portioned, making reservations is the best option it does get busy, I've noticed on this 4th visit quite of few regulars and they have the better spots, they have tables and booths, the booth in the back is reserved for a regular so forget about getting that booth, the service is great except the cleaner the one who removes the extra plates and silver, a Middle Eastern man who rather seeming gives commands to past unused plates and silverware, I guess the word please is not in his vocabulary sort pissed me off commanding my wife, I wish I was quick with a reply but we were leaving, but simply a rude man which distracted from the dinning experience everything was fine our server was good and quick, just watch out for this cleaner and keep your utensils and plates close until you are finish with your meal. read more

My first time at this quiet, Burlingame Italian restaurant. Wow, what a find! Started of with a basket of Italian bread and balsamic/herbs dipping olive oil and a bowl of creamy white clam chowder. Next was a melt in your mouth veal parmagiana, with just the right portion of spaghetti w/ marinara, and fresh vegetables. Delicious and very fresh. Dessert was a lite tiaramisu, on point. Service was very attentive. Food service was unexpectedly quick. I will be back! Thanks Will (bar & waiter) read more

Café Figaro - Veal parmesean, spaghetti w/ marinara and vegetables ( zucchini, broccoli, carrots). - Italian Near Me - Burlingame, California

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absolutely amazing service (especially for a party of 8!) our waitress was very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. their cocktails are great. their pasta has super fresh ingredients, their pasta tastes a very authentic, and all the food is made with love and intention. read more

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We arrived at Café Figaro just before lunch service was ending, and despite the timing, we were warmly accommodated--an immediate sign of the excellent hospitality to come. Service was outstanding. Alicia was one of the kindest, most patient servers I've encountered, offering thoughtful recommendations for both food and wine that truly delivered. Ramone, on the other hand, completely stole the show--with a smile that makes you smile back and a humor you don't expect but instantly appreciate. Together, they made the experience unforgettable. I'm Sicilian and my dad was a chef, and it's honestly hard to find Italian food this good--even on the peninsula. The rigatoni alla vodka was unbelievable, perfectly balanced and comforting. The sole was fresh and light, cooked beautifully, and the Caesar salad--often overlooked--was one of the best I've ever had. Everything arrived piping hot, with perfect proportions: satisfying without being heavy, and just enough to take a little home. The true star of the show--though it may sound silly--was the balsamic and olive oil served with the bread. Absolute liquid gold. The kind of thing you dream about later. If the owner is reading this: you are sitting on something special, and it deserves to be bottled. We left incredibly happy and already excited for our next visit--enough to bring us back for the rest of the year. The ambiance was cozy, very Italian-forward, yet still classy and refined. A place that's full of heart, flavor, and joy. Just add love--and enjoy every bite Ps. Sorry for the terrible photo my stomach couldn't wait ... the spectacular aromas were too strong to hold back and wait for a photo. read more

Came here for an early weekday lunch and had a great time. The service was attentive and the whole family enjoyed their meal. You start off with free bread, which is always appreciated when you're hungry and especially when you're pregnant haha. The ambiance is kinda like you're going back in time to a restaurant from decades ago. It was homey and had the family run feel. The food was amazing and delicious. Will definitely be coming back when we're in the mood. I got the veal tortellini and enjoyed it thoroughly. I had a bit of everyone else dishes and theirs were also good -- the lunch fish, the lunch veal, and the linguini and clams. read more

Had a great meal here. It was super busy on a Friday night and the staff did a great job serving everyone in the crowds. The inside has a nice decor and they have some outdoor seating in the front. We had the mista salad and calamari to start. I had the lasagna and the other dish was a seafood fettuccine. Everything was delicious and cooked well. It was a little bit late for us so dessert was skipped this time. Definitely going back! I saw the table next to us had some complaints. I don't know why but the staff were very polite and accommodating and they clearly care about customer service. Absolutely make reservations! Check in on yelp for a free dessert. read more

Café Figaro - Italian Near Me - Burlingame, California

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went there yesterday for my birthday meal, food price & portion are in the right spot, service was top-notch. quick note: Their Napa Cabbage salad is a warm salad with blue cheese. Tiramisu is also a must-order. read more

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The foods were very good. The service was great. People are extremely friendly. The wine on their list were very reasonable priced. read more

Café Figaro - We brought our own wine. - Italian Near Me - Burlingame, California

Cute and quaint Italian restaurant with a small team graciously waiting tables. The polenta, shrimp, chocolate mousse and complimentary bread were my favorite items that we tried. The warm cabbage salad was not what I was expecting and would opt for a different salad next time. We also had chicken Parm and bolognese. If in town, I would recommend to try some authentic Italian food. read more

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Food - Good quality, but tiny portions. Be prepared to leave hungry, the size of the veal is very very small. And of course it's very expensive. For such a price for a small amount of food, everything should be good. However the steamed vegetables that came with it were bland, and the mashed potatoes had a weird texture. However the veal itself was very good. The desert was a rip off. Almost $10 for a scoop of ice cream. Skip dessert. Service - Honestly it was not great. Took a while to get water, and not many refills. Servers didn't check in on us much. Other than that the restaurant was easy to carry a conversation in, not too loud and the location is good. Would I come again? If someone else paid. read more

We had a reservation at this restaurant on a rainy Sunday evening and were not expecting a full house. Walked in and the place was packed! We were told that it would be a bit of a wait to get seated. But since they had outdoor seating, we decided to just go for that. It was actually a better choice as it was calmer, less crowded, well lit, covered and spacious. Our servers were very pleasant, professional and attentive. We were pleasantly surprised that our food came out pretty quickly. We were very impressed with the food. Good portion and the flavors were on point. For starters, we enjoyed the delicious bread dipping oil. The calamari fritti appetizer was so good! It was lightly battered, crispy on the outside, fresh and tender on the inside. The Tortellini alla Michelangelo, Linguine con vongole o cozze were excellent! We ended the meal with a couple of delicious desserts... the tiramisu and chocolate mousse. We had a very pleasant dining experience and will definitely be back next time we're in town. read more

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The food is top notch , the service is 5 star ! Our Favorite Italian restaraunt highly recommend read more

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