I have been to taste and glory twice and have experienced great service each time. We have been…read moreseated quickly during weekday hours and fortunately for us it begins to fill up after we arrive. Very cute and small dining area. I believe they have another section for larger groups, but I havent been to that side. The food itself is very good. I am not much of a breakfast person, but I was satisfied with my Sweet Croffle and my boyfriend enjoyed his Spicy Crispy Chicken. My cousin wasn't too impressed with the salad, so I would recommend trying something aside from salads if you are looking for flavorful items. The star of the show for me is a Mango Passion Fruit drink. It is so delicious! My boyfriend and I have to pace ourselves from chugging the entire thing before the food arrives. Overall, I would definitely recommend this place for a nice brunch. I wish they stayed open later, but I will definitely return to try more of the menu.

Met some friends for brunch at Taste & Glory. I missed that they have a parking lot in the back,…read morebut it was easy enough to find street parking. You can tell they get very busy on weekends and they don't take weekend reservations. We got there around 10:30, and it did take a few minutes to get seated since we had a group of 5. I really enjoyed the Tom Yum scramble, but if I ordered it again, I'd ask for it without cheese since I didn't think the cheese really added anything to it. (I feel weird saying that since I love cheese!) The croissant that came with it was good. My friends liked the pancakes, the chicken croffle, and the udon. I got the house coffee which was fine, but folks seemed to enjoy the ube lattes (though said they were a little sweet). Service was very nice. I do think even with them being busy, I didn't get the sense they were trying to push us out the door when we were done. This is a cute place, lots of close tables though so not where I'd go for a quiet conversation.

Omg what a find! This place has everything you would expect from a cafe! Nice welcoming…read moreenvironment, delicious food options, patio seating, clean and just an amazing atmosphere. I had the bacon cheddar cheesequiche

It was my first time coming here, and definitely not my last. When I came in I just wanted an iced…read morecoffee, but I ended up getting hungry when I saw all the food options! My friend ordered the root beer float with cold brew ice cubes. It was not super heavy, it mixed well, and somehow, the root beer tasted great with the subtle but noticeable coffee flavor. For my drink, I got two shots of espresso. I just needed a quick pick me up! For food, my friend got the chicken tortilla soup. It was absolutely delicious. The shredded chicken and the broth were wonderful, I do wish it had less tortilla strips because they soaked up all the broth if left there for too long. I got the California bagel, which was also delicious. It was a little too much egg for my liking, but the bagel was only $12 which I think is decent for what I got. The Strawberry croissant was TO DIE FOR. I have never enjoyed a croissant as much as this one. Fresh strawberry cream inside, super fluffy and crispy croissant overall. LOVE! Not to mention the cafe is very chic, we sat at a table where we could maximize our sunlight exposure. The servers and cashiers were nice, welcoming, and helpful. So glad we came here!

Please, please, please, let this place continue to be Clean and Sanitary because this is the Best…read moreand tastiest fast food, health food I've had. So delicious!! I've had the chicken Bowl and the Barbacoa with the cilantro lime dressing and I just love it. I could eat this Everyday, But "because the way my bank account is set up...." lol Just to let you know this is a take out order Only. Order and pick up or DoorDash. At least the one in San Mateo.

The bowls are pretty healthy and a good option for individuals looking for protein heavy options…read more Wish they gave more sauce with each of the bowls (became a tad dry for me). Stopped by to pick up food, parking was a nightmare.

Stopped by this HIDDEN GEM ramen spot before our line dancing event and here are my thoughts:…read more FOOD: Tan Tan Men (10/10): Ramen is phenomenal. The broth is super flavorful, rich, and creamy with a hint of spiciness. I also really enjoyed the tender, perfectly cooked egg noodles. Vegetarian Tan Tan Men (100/10): WOW!! I thought the regular Tan Tan Men was already great until I tried my my friend's vegetarian Tan Tan Men and must I say it was INCREDIBLE and tasted even better than the regular one. Would hands down get this next time I come back. Service: Service was quick and the place was quiet and clean. Located in downtown San Mateo area with lots of different food spots nearby. Overall, would definitely come back here for another bowl of delicious ramen!

I've been going to Himawari for years since my friend first introduced me to the place…read more It's a solid ramen spot and I get the same thing every single time because I know I like it. My boyfriend gets the tan tan men deluxe which is spicy. I get the shiro tan tan men which is supposed to be less spicy, but it still gets my nose sweating. They're very generous with the broth; but don't drink it all or you'll be full before you get to the ramen. The California rolls were loosely put together so it was difficult to lift them with chopsticks. But it's nice to have a refreshing bite in between. The seats and tables are close together so you'll get to know your neighbor if they're friendly. Service is quick, so you'll be in and out fast.

This place is consistently good and always has at least a couple people waiting outside of the door…read moreif not more. If you feel like a nice warm hug for your tummy, then get the Langzhou hand pulled noodles. The clear broth and light spice is so comforting for your stomach and it doesn't feel too heavy. You can choose your noodle thickness based on your preference. I typically go for the small rounds while my boyfriend gets the belt noodles - the complete opposite from each other! You can get out of there less than $20 a person, which is so rare in downtown San Mateo. Quick and easy meal for lunch or dinner.

I'm not the biggest fan of their standard bed soup noodles, so I tried their chili oil wide noodles…read morewith braised beef and definitely prefer this! Noodles are springy and have a nice chew. The braised beef is well marinated and full of flavor and soft. The bowl isn't overly spicy either, but I adjusted for less oil, less salt , and less spicy. Would recommend this! I've also tried their knife cut noodles in his bed noodle soup today too from my partner's bowl, but it was a miss. The noodles were really soft and doughy. Flavorful broth as usual though. Looking to try something different next time...

Five star hands down. It's been a long time since I was impressed by a ramen/noodle place. We…read moreordered: Tokusei Tsukemen (Dipping Noodles), Karaage (Fried Chicken), Dashi Eggplant (6pcs), Kids Ramen, Kids Aburasoba. Karaage (Fried Chicken): 5/5. Crispy on the outside juicy and tender on the inside. Good portion for the price. Dashi Eggplant (6pcs): 2/5. I don't really get it... the menu says it's fried, and chef confirmed that it was fried for 40s, but I can't really taste any fried texture nor does it have the fried aroma. There's no batter. $5 is not a lot but we only got six tiny pieces of it so it wasn't good value either. This is the only item I didn't quite understand. Tokusei Tsukemen (Dipping Noodles): 5/5. Amazing. The dipping sauce is perfectly not too salty. Plenty of flavors. The touch of citrus exceeds expectations. Plenty of noodles. Good texture. The pork toppings are great too. Both are flavorful, tender, and well cooked (particularly impressive getting the chashu not dry). I took the dipping sauce to go afterwards. Kids Ramen: 5/5. Got a sneak peek of the ramen offering from this place. The soup base is very thick, very flavorful. Impressive. Kids Aburasoba: 5/5. Totally different experience. Loved it as well. Not too salty. Both kid's items were very generous. Service was great. We came in around 12pm on a Sunday and there's no line yet luckily. Would definitely revisit

Came around 2pm on a Saturday and there was a wait. Joined a little before getting to the…read morerestaurant, so timed it well to avoid waiting around there for too long. Definitely join the Yelp waitlist! It was a good meal. Highly recommend the chicken karaage as an appetizer. Nice batter on the outside and juicy on the inside. I've been wanting to try their dipping ramen, so I got the spicy tsukemen. It really didn't taste spicy to me. Good quantity - the noodles felt endless! Decent sized space! I'd come back again if I was craving dipping noodles.

Steak was cooked well! Very clean dining experience and friendly staff. I would recommend.read more

A well thought healthy & delicious meal! Staff are knowledgeable and helpful specially Erdem…read more Will definitely go back to try the rest of the menu.

I really loved this Almond Chocolate croissant!…read more came here on a friday morning and there was no line. usually i prefer just Almond croissants because with chocolate it's always too heavy and I can never finish it, but this was just right and so tasty. very cute location but there isn't much seating would return! my one thing is I didn't see too many options left and I got here around 11:30am?

Tucked away in a residential area very close to a Burlingame High School on the opposite end of…read moreDowntown Burlingame is Bonjour Bakehouse. It's a fairly large open space with some casual small tables for outdoor dining. Service is very charming, especially if you want to practice your French. I bought a cookie here for $3.75 to bring back as a treat for the office. The price point is a little high for a cookie though. They have some interesting lattes here: Ginger turmeric latte/chai $6.75/$5.75 -- sounds intriguing

Hunan Mifen is another good spot worth trying if you love authentic Asian cuisine…read more I don't eat spicy food so I was happy that they have some dishes that is not spicy, I love the flavor of their broth, tasty not salty and it has a balance. I love that they have variety of appetizers and side dishes. Price is very reasonable for a freshly cook dishes. I would give them two thumbs up

Had low expectations coming here and was pleasantly surprised!…read more Food: T-he braised beef noodles were amazing. Noodles were chewier than most beef noodle soups I've had and the beef pieces were very tender and soft. The soup wasn't too spicy by itself and had alot of depth and flavor. -Pro-tip: There is a little self-serve station near the kitchen where you can get add'l condiments like cilantro, green onion, chili, and pickled daikon. SCORE. Add in the cilantro/green onion for a flavor explosion. -Ordered one of the combo noodles + 2 sides. For my sides, I got a blanched bok choy and a fried gyoza. The bok choy was needed to help cut the spiciness of the soup and to add veggies b/c without it, you'd just be having carbs, beef, and soup. Gyoza was a win too. Service: FAST and friendly, just how I like my non-fine dining restaurant experiences. You scan a QR code at the table and then choose an english/chinese option. If you have questions, you can ask the staff, but there isn't a TON of options to choose from, so make it easy on yourself and order a noodle soup. Ambiance: Ample seating at 1:30pm on a Sunday. Didn't have to wait, which was a big plus as all the other restaurants in San Mateo over near 3rd/4th and B street were packed. Overall: Highly recommend and would come again. This might be my favorite niu rou mian spot!

Located right outside the train station, Rise Woodfire Pizza was such a chill spot to enjoy some…read moreamazing pizza and wine on a beautiful sunny day. What we ordered: Prosciutto Di Parma Arugula Pizza (+ burrata) = 100000/10 FOOD: 9/10 Served hot, fresh, and made to order, this pizza truly hit the spot. The crust had those delicious wood-fired charred bits and was the perfect thickness, not too thin, not too thick. The burrata (worth the extra charge!) was rich and creamy, while the arugula added the perfect fresh, crunchy bite. Every ingredient worked so well together. I'm literally salivating as I type this! Paired with some good wine? Chef's kiss! SERVICE: 9/10 Every staff member we interacted with struck the perfect balance of being friendly and laid-back. We sat at the bar, where the bartender also served as our waiter. He was personable, kept up a great conversation, and was attentive without ever making us feel rushed, all while mixing drinks and taking care of other guests. AMBIANCE: 9/10 Spacious, clean, and incredibly inviting. I loved the relaxed atmosphere and all the train station-inspired decor throughout the restaurant. The large windows let in so much natural light that it's an even better place to sit back and enjoy a meal. I'd happily come back the next time I'm in the area.

Nice vibes with a lot of seating inside. Try to get a seat near the front if possible. The…read morerestaurant is right next to the caltrain tracks. The train was coming every 20 minutes or so, and it was very loud. Our party ordered the following: Pizzas - Margherita Pizza (4/5) - Prosciutto Pizza (5/5) - Beef Back Rib and Arugula Pizza (5/5) Sides - Mashed Potatoes (3/5) - Mac and Cheese (5/5) - Cornbread (3.5/5) - Arugula Salad (3/5) - Lemony Garlic Linguine with Prawns (5/5) The pizzas were served hot and fresh. Nice char on the crust, and not super doughy. For our Margherita Pizza specifically, it was a bit soggy/ floppy making it really hard to grab and eat. Other than that, the flavor was there. Might have been a one time thing, but would recommend getting this well done just in case. Of the 3 we ordered, the Beef Back Rib Pizza was my favorite! Great combination of flavors that complemented each other. Mashed Potatoes: A little too dry for my liking. Would recommend adding some black pepper to it. Mac and Cheese: Definitely hit the spot! It was nice and creamy, would definitely order it again! Jalapeno Cornbread: An interesting combination that just wasn't for me. If I come back, I may try it again to see if it grows on me. It was also on the drier side. Arugula Salad: There was A LOT of Parmesan cheese in the salad. I like parmesan, but this was pretty overwhelming. Lemony Garlic Linguine with Prawns: One of the best sides that we got. Noodles had a good chew to them, with a nice zest from the lemons. Very flavorful!