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Fiero Caffe is a unique place where you see regulars who have their daily coffee/espresso and chat with the owner- a little community. Then you see others who are sitting down for hearty meal (omelette, pasta, sandwich). All of the food is good there. We have had practically everything on the menu, whether it is one of their pastas, an entree like salmon or chicken, and even the pizzas, which as of this writing, they no longer offer. Oh, and of course, great espresso drinks. You walk up to the counter and order, they give you a number and you sit down. Food is delivered to you cooked to order. This is a place where you understand that you enjoy your meal and espresso, not that you are in a hurry to work and need to use a mobile app. Seating both inside and outside. Generally well maintained as they turn over tables. One of my favorite places in the peninsula. Only wished they open for dinner but then that could change everything. Owner is great!
What a wonderful, hidden gem! From the moment you walk in the door you are greeted by the owner and he makes you feel not only welcome, but appreciated for being there. We came in on a rainy weekday for lunch and they were bustling with business. Prices are about average for the area with most pasta dishes right at or just above $21. Food is all cooked to order, so allow some time for that. It was so nice listening to people who clearly are regulars come in an interact with the owner with such warm greetings. The food was fantastic. The fettuccine must be homemade, it was perfect. The portions are big enough to share (unless you have a mighty appetite). Definitely adding Fiero Caffe to our regular rotation and so we can try their breakfast which looks amazing too.
This is a very cute neighborhood cafe. You order at the counter, they give you a number, and you find a seat. It's great to sit here and just relax / slow down. I got the spaghetti carbonara which was a pretty large portion. It had a great creamy flavor but I wish they put more pancetta.
They have a wide variety of food here, would have loved a bit more breakfast items but it was still good! Cute indoor seating, very homey vibes. It is a quick service where you order and pay up front and then grab a table. Food was well made, good portions for sharing. There's some parking in front or right around the corner in the residential neighborhood.
Fiero hands down has my favorite pasta ever- my boyfriend and I order the rigatoni and the carbonara all the time and it just hits. The carbonara is so creamy and savory with the pancetta, and the rigatoni has this creamy tomato sauce that is absolutely perfect. The portions are pretty large too, I'm always full after eating here. I've also had the paninis and omelettes which are also delicious for something lighter. I've had the hot and iced coffee as well- the cappuccinos and lattes are amazing. I'd skip the iced coffee, which is a bit watery. I love how rustic and simple the menu is, but there are also plenty of options for pasta, eggs, omelettes, paninis, etc. The seating inside is also so cute- there's a little room in the back with a big window facing a garden, and the outdoor patio is really nice too. Huge plus is that it's dog friendly, even inside! It's definitely more of a casual spot which I love, and the owner (I'm assuming) is always so friendly when we come in! You pay upfront at the register, then sit down and wait for them to bring you your food and drinks. Fiero is an all time favorite and I'd definitely give the pasta a try if you're downtown for lunch!
Nice cafe vibes with lots of sunlight peeking in and a small area for outdoor seating. It was very busy and my friend said business is usually good here. We waited 30 plus minutes for food during weekday lunchtime. They completely forgot about my friend's coffee order which we reminded them when we eventually received our food. Service is very lacking. The owner is not warm. You have to stand in line to order food first before seating yourself.
not pictured: bruschetta it was devoured before my camera had a chance to capture it. the flavor on it was INSANE. I even ate the scrap tomatoes and lettuce off of the plate. very tasty, a must! not pictured: salmon on a bed of spinach, barely wilted, with capers. you could taste how fresh the fish was, cooked perfectly, with lemon drizzled on top this was great too. pizza: we added the pepperoni for an upcharge. the crust was thinner than my bedsheets, and somehow didn't fall apart even when I almost burned my fingers and mouth eating this as fast as I did. carbonara: not nearly as salty as I anticipated: in the best way! very light and creamy sauce, not overpowering at all. gnocchi: pillowy soft, pesto was amazing too! this sauce might be my favorite pesto of all time :) will be back to try the meat sauces/red sauces next time, and even the breakfast too! side note: bathroom was clean (can only speak for the women's bathroom), water dispenser for self-serve water, small fridge with sodas and italian soda in the back, great seating areas and we lucked out with parking in front ($0.50/30 minutes)
2/19/24 Zach and I stopped by Fiero Caffe for brunch. We always drive by it on El Camino and finally decided to check it out. We were able to park right in front. When we get there, you order, pay and then get a number and sit down. Here's what we got: - Smoked salmon omelet + large coffee (his) - Vegetarian omelet (mine) The owner/manager told us that the food would take 10 minutes to come out and he was true to his word. There's nice homey and cozy vibe to the caffe. The omelet is fairly large with lots of cheese and veggies (smoked salmon for him). The bread that came with it is soft and not rock hard. The salad is a little bitter, but a nice contrast to the very savory and cheesy taste of the omelet. Just a note, there are no free refills for coffee, you'll have to shell out $1. We liked the food and the atmosphere. As we were waiting for our food to come, we saw various pasta dishes that looked super good. We will definitely be back to try those out.
Reviews are largely positive. Many highlight the authentic Italian food, excellent coffee and espresso, and a cozy inviting ambiance.
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2 years ago
Cute little lunch shop in downtown san mateo. There are plenty of outdoors and indoor seating! I got the penne salmon pasta while my friend got the spaghetti carbonara. The pasta shapes and portion size seemed small at first but I ended up having a lot of leftovers! Flavor is great, not too strong or overpowering. Overall, would come back! read more
8 years ago
Small place good for a quick weekend lunch or brunch. Value here is pretty great, $10ish for omelettes and friendly outdoor seating? Sure I wasn't uber full, but that's kind of awesome. // Food: 3 stars -- egg white omelette's tomatoes tasted like they had a hint of basil, yum. But overall nothing spectacular. Would pass on soy cappuccino next time, gigantic bubbles instead of foam :( // Value: 5 stars // Service: 3 stars (not super friendly, but fast) TLDR: healthy options and filling options alike, might have to come back to try their paninis and pasta. Dog friendly seating. read more
2 years ago
Location - so close to downtown San Mateo and near all the apartment buildings. It is like the perfect brunch/coffee house work place setting for us nearby! Interior - I don't get any pictures but VERY CUTE and artsy. Lots of natural lighting, I feel like you can do a photo shoot here. Service - the menu selection is kinda small, keeping things simple and they are pretty quick with their food. They did mix up the order tho. Minor mistake. Taste - I wanna say everything seemed very healthy! No overwhelming flavors, which could also be a downside for people who seek strong flavors. I personally love it because it goes with my diet, so if you are looking for healthy options nearby other than sweetgreen, come here! read more
One of the best omelets I have ever had. Most places will just throw veggies into a bed of eggs and call it a day. Fiery caffe adds spices and really made it tasty. Plus it took literally 5 minutes to get our food. Not exaggerating.... a bit shocking on a Sunday morning. It's also a very cute spot, highly recommend for a morning brunch date or coffee date. Service was pretty solid, I moved my table twice and each time, they came by and cleaned the table. Definitely recommend visiting. read more
Fiero Caffe is a friendly neighborhood Italian-inspired restaurant open for breakfast and lunch located right off El Camino Real in San Mateo. Despite the noisy traffic going by, there was a pleasant seating area out front, and while nothing all that special, the food here made for a simple yet tasty meal. The Prosiutto di Parma panino was a grilled, pressed sandwich with salty, lean slices of prosciutto, sliced tomatoes, and cheese, served with simply dressed mixed greens on the side. The Spaghetti Carbonara came with noodles in a decadent cream sauce made with eggs, white wine, and crispy lardons of pancetta. My favorite dish was the Smoked Salmon Omelette, a folded egg dish that came with a filling of smoked salmon and goat cheese. The sliced smoked salmon wasn't completely cooked through with the egg and retained a nice creamy texture, while the goat cheese added just the right acidity and twang to complement the salty fish! read more
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6 years ago
My husband and I have been coming to Fiero for the past five years. It's our Saturday/Sunday brunch spot. In my opinion they have some of the best pasta in the Bay Area! I've never had a bad meal here. My husband goes for the omelettes and paninis. His go-to panini is the turkey pesto. I always check the specials. I love their spaghetti bolognese, pasta carbonara, lasagna, spaghetti and meatballs, eggplant parm and chicken parm. You really can't go wrong with any of their pasta dishes. They also sometimes have a soup that's on the specials list and every soup we've gotten has been really good. They are open for takeout during this pandemic! I went there today and there were a few people waiting for pick up orders. I did not call ahead. They had several specials listed. One of the specials was homemade fettuccine with mozzarella, basil and tomato sauce and I got that. It's amazing! read more
4 years ago
As a returning customer for the past 8 years, I couldn't be happier with the service & food from Fiero. This is a review that is long overdue. This is one of our favorite go-to brunch spots on the weekend. Food is authentic, pasta is always el dente, service is great & the ambiance with outdoor dining reminds me of my time in Italy. I always recommend this place to my friends & family looking for authentic Italian brunch & coffee. I'm writing this review now, because I woke up with a HUGE craving for their rigatoni w ground sausage boscaiola! I tend to wake up every weekend craving Fiero's tasty pastas. The rigatoni boscaiola (with mushrooms, ground sausage, & similar to vodka sauce), spaghetti carbonara, & spaghetti w seafood are my favorites. Here is this mornings meal! Rigatoni Boscaiola (of course, my regular) Sicilian Omelette Fruit Salad 2x Iced Teas read more
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Best cafe in San Mateo. The Sicilian omelette is delicious. The mochas and lattes are a must. Super friendly staff and great service. read more
Fiero Caffe is the best breakfast/brunch/lunch in town. It is the best and strongest coffee in town. It is an amazing place to sit down, relax and watch the world go by. I'm a bit surprised how I haven't wrote a review for this place because I've been coming here for years. Fellipo, Fiero caffe owner, is a dear friend now. He has a remarkable gift for making a great atmosphere accompanied with an awesome food, by Arturo, the chef. My favorite breakfast here is a plate of sunny side eggs on a bed of greens, with avocado, 2 pieces of toasted bread and french fries. You can get fruit instead of fries, which is also yummy. My healthy go to lunch here is Salmon Piccata with capers, lemon sauce, and green beans. Salmon and vegetables are made to perfection. There is a patio outside, where you can enjoy your meal with your fur baby. Buon appetito! read more
Cute little brunch spot. Dog friendly outdoor seating. You order at the front and choose where you would like to sit. Plenty of street parking available and there's a parking garage up the street as well. Super friendly staff. We ordered three of their pasta dishes. All tasty, the carbonara was very creamy and very filling. Wouldn't mind coming back and trying their other dishes as well. Great selection of paninis, pastas, salads, coffees, lattes, teas, etc. Great menu selection that's perfect for brunch/lunch. read more
4 years ago
Nice coffees and service, I also like its brunch. And atmosphere is quite and makes me feel comfortable. It's a good place to have morning time with friends or family. read more
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5 years ago
I came here for the first time. I ordered a iced coffee and panini. When the gentleman served our food I asked if I could have sweetener for my coffee and he said "over there" and proceeded to point where the salt and ketchup were. When I was about to eat my panini I noticed it was cold, I thought they were usually hot, so I opened it up and I found a little surprise on the cheese. I didn't bother to eat the panini, but the fries were good and warm. I found another surprise at the bottom of the fries too. Eat here at your own risk. read more
3 years ago
Fiero has great food, great coffee and a comfortable, relaxing ambiance! Felipo the owner and the team have excellent service, are friendly and welcoming. I have come here to study, for a quick coffee break and to spend a nice time with family and friends. And it feels like the cafe embodies a little bit of Italy! grazie molto! read more
5 years ago
Cappuccino, morning bun, and a good read. Fiero Caffe hit the spot. Filled with laughter and old friends chatting, Fiero is obviously a popular spot. The outdoor seating of little wooden table and chairs was pretty occupied for a drizzly weekday mid-morning. Definitely prefer coffee there rather than to go/paper cup. read more
Cute little Italian cafe right on El Camino Real near the San Mateo public library. My mom is a regular here. I went with her and two friends for lunch last Monday. When we got there, all of the outdoor tables were taken except one small one, and most of the inside seating was taken. We ordered at the counter and got a number to put on our table. I got "eggs" which consisted of eggs cooked any style(I picked omelette) with arugula, bacon, and avocado. The eggs had a generous portion of bacon, which I liked. My mom got the eggplant parm, which also tasted delicious. The boscaiola pasta had a nice tomato cream sauce. The French fries were crispy and fresh. The service was fast and the workers are all very nice. Definitely a spot I'd go to again with friends for a casual lunch. read more
5 years ago
Came here for a light brunch. The interior was incredible (like the color of the furniture and the big windows with sufficient sunlight). Ordered the salmon omelette and the serving size was just right in getting me pretty full. It's a simple plate and the price is very friendly. Definitely a cozy and casual place to meet with friends. read more
3 years ago
FIERO Cafe is like being back in Ialy and even closer little Italy in Boston. The service is wonderful, the cappuccinos fantastic and the food out of this world. A must visit. read more
4 years ago
3 years ago
I love comming here anytime I feel like having pasta. Friendly atmosphere and I like how the restaurant present pasta as normal Italian food, not fancy high end meal. Food is great, owner is good, and ambience is comfortable. read more
Nice gem! The food at this place is LEGIT. The outside looks like a small coffee shop. But don't let the looks fool you, because the inside is actually very nicely decorated. There is free wifi, and the tables are all kept very clean. There are lots of room because they also have a back area. We got the omelette, which was amazing! The pasta was also very nicely done--the sauces are thick and creamy, and the dish presentation was superb. The coffee is also pretty dense and aromatic. The price is a bit high ($10+ for pasta), but well worth it, especially given the quality. It's actually taste and presented much better than most "italian restaurants" sit down places around the area. I'm sure they could charge more and it would still be worth it. Overall, a good place to go for both food and coffee. read more
5 years ago
Always cooked to perfection Penne Salmon, Tiramisu and Latte makes a perfect morning either on a weekend or during work week. Great place, amazing atmosphere, friendly super positive Team and Owner. Top quality that never changes. Bravo! Best breakfast/lunch place in San Mateo. Highly recommended. read more
8 years ago
Usually my boyfriend and I order two completely different items at restaurants so we can have the chance to share each other's plates (and so I can steal his fries) BUT Fiero Caffe is a different story. The carbonara here is THE BEST so we each order our own plates because this is the only dish we want here. Order a plate all to yourself; you'll feel bad for having all those carbs but you'll justify it this time because it tasted so darn good. The owner is very nice and very attentive to all his guests and the space is super cute! There's outdoor seating as well. Suitable for a place to study, do work, or have a lunch date. read more
8 years ago
The best omelette I have ever eaten outside my home. I got the vegetarian omelette and it was loaded with spinach, cheese, mushrooms, bell peppers and tasted amazing! My son got an omelette filled with cheese & bacon. He said he could taste a hint of parmesan cheese. The latte was delish!! The service was good. The associate forgot my avocado, my latte and croissant at first but then brought it all. The owner is onsite and engages well with patrons. The place is clean and all food comes out piping hot just the way I like it. I would come back here to eat. I also recommend this place to others. read more
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6 years ago
Simply the best. Who doesn't want to be greeted with a "ciao bellisima" upon arrival at the coziest cafe in the Bay Area? Fiero Caffe is an absolute gem, serving up the most amazing breakfast croissants, fresh pasta, and friendly atmosphere. I guiltily have to admit I lived two blocks from here for 3 years and didn't make the time to visit until the pandemic hit. I'm totally kicking myself for not coming here sooner. read more
8 years ago
Cute quaint café where are you can just stop in for some coffee and pastries or actually have real food. A seat yourself kind of establishment, you order at the register and they bring your food out to your table. There are a few tables outside, so you can bring your dogs along too! Inside there are plenty of seating options as well. Today I tried a chocolate hazelnut croissant, mocha, and the vegetarian omelette (which comes with a side salad and some small slices of bread). The staff was very friendly and even offered to take a photo of me and my girlfriends. Overall, a nice laid back place to grab some food and coffee. There were also quite a few people who were on their laptops while having their coffee, so it's got more of a coffee shop feel than a sit-down restaurant, but the food quality is not bad at all! read more
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106 S El Camino Real
San Mateo, CA 94401
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(650) 685-8210
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