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.

Rouge is truly THE BEST!…read more We first discovered Rouge while planning a company event, and from our very first meeting, the team was absolutely wonderful. Welcoming, accommodating, flexible, and genuinely focused on making sure everything was perfect. That experience immediately made us fans, and we've been coming back ever since. The outdoor patio is beautiful, the interior is warm and charming, the wine selection is always interesting, and the food has never disappointed. It's the kind of place where you can settle in and enjoy a relaxed, leisurely evening without ever feeling rushed. What really sets Rouge apart, though, is the service. The team is first-rate and has a way of making you feel less like a customer and more like family. I even brought my boss here while she was visiting from out of the country, and she still talks about the incredible wine flight we had! Rouge is one of those special places that consistently gets everything right. Great food, great wine, beautiful atmosphere, and exceptional people. Highly recommend!

Whether you choose the charming outdoor patio or the chic, cozy inside, you'll feel welcome the…read moremoment you arrive. Yes, it's a wine bar, with an excellent wine selection and tasty tapas, but what truly sets Rouge apart is the vibe. There's a sense of community that's hard to find elsewhere. Whether you're stopping in solo, or meeting up with friends, you'll feel right at home. The music matches the energy and when they host live jazz, the band creates a fun, engaging experience. The owners and staff are beyond gracious and make everyone feel like a regular. Rouge isn't just a place to drink wine - it's everyone's Cheers.

4.5 but rounded up Drinks are generally good and it's really…read morelively for a cocktail bar usually with a DJ on weekends. It can def get a lil loud inside so if you're trying to catch up with a friend outside seating might be the way to go. I'd hafta say my favorite drink would be climates best by gov test. The drink tasted great and the jalapeno ice sphere was really unique. Overall, great music and good vibes and great drinks.

This place needs to fix the bar's racist attitude. Your bartender skipping people over for not…read morelooking a certain way (because there's no other reason why you'd skip over someone for the people right behind them?) when they're patiently waiting five minutes for a drink, trying to enjoy a Saturday night. And then instead of serving them, you kick them out for speaking up? It's 2026. No excuse for having someone like that behind the bar. Do better.

Good service and fair prices. They also have plenty of TVs, so it's a good spot for watching sports.read more

Horrible customer service! One of the owners of this "bar" had so much attitude. Tula was…read moreaggressive, unprofessional, and honestly shocking. It's one thing to have a bad day, but to verbally attack paying guests? That's unacceptable. Save yourself the headache and go somewhere that actually appreciates its customers.

If you haven't been you should definitely give this place a try. Happy hour and really good food…read more The bar opens at 4:00. The bartenders Jalyace and Jana are awesome. Friendly, out going and make a mean drink. Outside area with a fire pit. A nice change from the crazy bar scene at times. Always end up chatting with friendly people at the bar.

I ate here while staying at the hotel in Emeryville. The menu is limited. Based on other reviews, I…read moreexpected more of the burger. They are frozen patties. Nothing special. There are better restaurants walking distance from the hotel.

amazing service, amazing food, and pretty fabulous drinks. 110% recommend stopping by for dinner,…read morepost-work drinks, date night, or any other occasion!

Mortar & Pestle is such a hidden gem in downtown San Mateo, tucked behind Curry Up Now (go through…read morethe alley, it's worth finding). The Indian-inspired cocktails are always a hit, but this last visit was next level thanks to our bartender, Lee. We stopped in just to catch a vibe and ended up staying way longer than planned because every drink he made was better than the last. He really worked his magic behind the bar. I've been here quite a few times, and while the service hasn't always stood out, Lee completely changed that. He was welcoming, personable, and made the entire experience memorable. We came too late for the kitchen this time, but the food has always been great on past visits. Lee is the reason I finally felt compelled to leave a 5-star review. We'll definitely be back!

I've walked by this bar-section countless times, and never knew it was there! It's connected to…read moreCurry Pizza House just next to the Sequoia Station Caltrain stop, and I never thought to stop there for a drink & some bites before heading to DTRWC for their many entertainment venues & restaurants along Broadway Street (Century 20 movies, Little Fox Theater, clubs, bars, and street events), but we did today! It was SO WORTH IT. Such a nice little bar-section offering a comfortable space, great service, and a good selection of beers, cocktails, and even food. Located just next to Box, the Caltrain Station, and facing the Middlefield Promenade, this discrete & small bar is easy to miss. You'd have to look for Curry Pizza House and it's immediately next door. The room is bright, airy, clean, and well layed out. It has a big bar counter, and some smaller tables & cafe tables to accomodate maybe 20-30 people. It has 3 TV screens going on all day long showing local sporting events like Valkyrie's, Warriors, College Basketball, MLBaseball, Soccer, and College & NFL football games. It has tall ceilings, lots of airy space, it's bright, clean, and spacious for being so small. The bar is stocked with local craft beers, ciders, IPA's, hazy's, lagers, Pilsner's, Stouts, and ales. They even make good cocktails here. We happened upon Happy Hour here before going to a 7pm movie, so we had to try it. I tried the 1911 Cider, a Hazy IPA, and a Lager, while my friend tried a Sour, Pilsner, and a couple of cocktails like the Hibiscus Highball & Apple Maple Barrel Bourbon. Every drink was delicious & reasonably priced, esp during happy hour ($7 taps, $2 off cocktails). Service was excellent from the sole bartender. He was attentive, helpful, nice, and engaging. He serves excellent drinks, with a friendly & professional demeanor. He even guided us around to ordering food, and we got some small bites such as the Desi Garlic Sticks, Masa Chips, and the Onion Samosa. You can even order anything off the menu from the Curry Pizza House next door, we will try that next time. The food was excellent, fresh, hot, tasty, and served in reasonably-priced & very big portions. The garlic sticks were particularly good, and not even sticks, but equivalent to a small pizza-sized, such a great value for $10. Will be back again, this is my new favorite bar in DTRWC. I love the atmosphere, service, drink selection, small food bites, and most of all, the cheap prices, considering that everything in this area is very expensive. Can't wait to try more drinks, food, and spending more time here. It's very casual and bright, and doesn't have the feel of a singles meat-market bar, dive bar, or a techie gathering hole full of attitude & testosterone. It is very casual, friendly, relaxed, and fun here. They play soft modern music in the background, which lends to an upbeat & fun atmosphere, and it is a nice place to unwind, pre-game, or just relax and watch a few sporting events on TV while snacking on appetizers & washing everything down with some great drinks. 5/5, best new bar I've discovered in a long time, quite by accident. I never even noticed or knew that this place existed. Hidden Tap is appropriately named, it is quite hidden, but now that I know it's there, I'll surely come back every time I'm in this area, which is often.

Small spot that shares its food side with a fast-food Indian curry place next door. I'm pretty sure…read morethis spot has been a few other things before, I hope it stays this Tap as it's a perfect fit to what else is around. We went on a Thursday night, super quiet but nice TV to watch games and the beertender was friendly and accommodating (offered me hand sanitizer) lol. The food options were perfect with beer!

5 star experience here at Drakes...great food and great atmosphere..especially Taylor at the…read morebar..very welcoming and friendly.

Very good restaurant on the corner of el Camino real downtown San Carlos…read moreI ordered the breaded shrimp tacos and they were very tasty There was 3 of them I got the salsa on the side as well as the celantro Theee is street parking and right across from it he Caltrain station The food was very delicious. I recommend this place

The attention to detail and service were exemplary. We had leftovers, and the staff thoughtfully…read moreset them aside so they wouldn't crowd the table while we enjoyed dessert. They also surprised us with complimentary Limoncello and another citrus shot. When we were leaving with two to-go boxes, another employee noticed and offered us a bag without us even asking. Those little touches really stood out. The food was flavorful and thoughtfully presented, and I'll definitely be back to try more dishes. The only downside was the cocktail. It was about 85% ice, and the margarita had so much salt covering the entire side of the glass (not just the rim) that it was messy and difficult to drink. Next time, I'll stick with wine--or do happy hour somewhere else beforehand. Overall, a great experience and recommend!

The food here is amazing!! I wish I took more photos! This was my first outing for dinner after…read morehaving surgery - so I was excited to be out and had been wanting to try this spot since it opened. I have been to Terun in PA a few times too, so was curious to try. The space is rather small inside and we didn't have a reservation so we were seated outside which for placement, was fine. But unfortunately I think our waiter had both tables inside and outside, so there were times unfortunately we were having to flag someone down. Unfortunately I don't have photos of everything we ordered. But the two important ones, I managed to include. They have a steak on the menu which was DIVINE. Pricey, but I was treating myself since I was excited to be eating out after being home (recovering from surgery). It was cooked perfectly tender and so flavorful. The other item is the dessert! I am not normally a dessert person, but my friend is-- and I think we asked for a recommendation and we got their pistachio cake. It was also AMAZING! I highly recommend. While this is an Italian restaurant, we didn't order the typical Italian food, not by choice-- just ended up that way. I will say though, everyone's dishes looked so amazing. I definitely want to go back to try more items on the menu.

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!