We celebrated my daughters quinceañera here last weekend. It was magical! The garden is beautiful…read more Booking: the booking process was quick and efficient I met with Mike he showed me the place and we rented the outdoor gazebo area. They reserved our spot and we signed the contract via email. I dropped off the check at their mail box. done! Set up: they sent me a diagram of the place I indicated where I wanted the tables and when I arrived the day of the event it was done as I requested, they were very kind and advised more tables and chairs in the closet and I can use as needed. The staff: super friendly and helpful I had a great time we couldn't ask for more! The pictures are amazing no need for a lot of decorating since the garden is beautiful. I highly recommend the San Mateo garden center it was the perfect place for us, affordable, beautiful and Mike and Sarah a pleasure. Lovely!

This place is so magical and beautiful! What a hidden gem!! My parents threw an engagement party…read morefor me and my fiancé there and we couldn't have asked for a better staff or place to have that event at. Everyone was so willing to work with my parents on setting up and getting everything ready. I should have had the wedding here too! What a great place!

My now husband and I knew we wanted to get married here. We had both our ceremony and reception at…read morethis location. We did the ceremony outside with the beautiful water fountain as our backdrop and the weather was perfect (especially since we both lived in Daly City at the time -fog central). Allison was a great help, she was quick with her responses through email and phone. Would definitely recommend for anyone who likes a more modern look!

We are so glad we picked CSM and the Bayview Dining Room for our wedding ceremony and reception…read more Unlike some of the other venues we toured, the dining area is big and airy. It has floor-to-ceiling glass windows/walls that provide great views of the bay and blue sky above. Our guest list was pretty small, so we had tons of extra room, but the set-up staff made it work really well, filling the space with extra bar tables and couches with coffee tables to provide a variety of areas for mingling and lounging. Between the patio, the main dining area, the dance floor, and the bar/lounge areas, our guests had tons of space and options, and they used it all. We had our ceremony here, too. The fountain provided a very nice backdrop, and the balcony allowed our photographer to get some neat shots of the ceremony and all our guests from above. We were lucky to have pretty much perfect weather on our big day, and our guests couldn't stop talking about the view. They loved taking pictures on the patio with the bay and blue sky behind them. Both prior to and on the big day, Allison was great to work with. She was easily accessible via email, quickly answered any and all questions, and was very friendly and accommodating. On the day itself, the setup and catering/bar staff members were great, too. They were efficient, friendly, and helpful. We were very pleasantly surprised with the quality of the food, both at the tasting and on the wedding day. Many of our guests shared how much they enjoyed the meal - especially the ice cream sundae bar! On the booze front, we provided the alcohol and mixers for the bar, which likely saved a lot of money; the corkage fees were very reasonable and the bar staff were friendly and kept the drinks flowing. Overall, CSM and Pacific Dining were a great choice for us. Having our wedding at a college felt a little unorthodox at first, but it suited us so well. The space was excellent, the rates were very reasonable, the food was great, and the staff was friendly and helpful. We had a fabulous day, and if we had to do it over again, we wouldn't change a thing.

A hidden delight! Roses galore, planted in circles and arc with benches surrounding the flowers and…read moreplants, a mini white gazebo and arresting scarlet sculpture on one side. Everything here absolutely lovely, a treat. It's a little hamlet of roses next to the Japanese Garden and inside the Central Park, which is turning out to have an embarrassment of riches. No dearth of seating, I sat on several of the benches and marveled at the sight: red and white, pink and yellow roses everywhere with beautiful bees hovering around them, plus lilac flowers on the perimeter, of which I don't know the name. I used to live in a house with a backyard full of bees and we have a mutual understanding: I don't 'bother' them and encroach and they don't sting me :-) It felt incredible to gaze out at this bevy, and a huge heartfelt filled with gratitude shout-out to all the volunteers who lend their knowledge and energy and green thumb, time and efforts in maintaining this wonder! :-)

It is so fun there! We went to the plant sale and it was so fun to poke around. Central Park in San…read moreMateo is gorgeous!

Facility is a little dated, but members are all very friendly and the lodge offers cool events. The…read morepool is larger than ones found at most gyms and is heated. The fitness center, although it looks run down, here has all the equipment you need and never gets as busy as 24 hour fitness or equinox. I haven't tried it yet, but have noticed the bowling alley and tennis courts. The monthly Bingo events are always something fun to look forward to. I did not realize how intense the games can get, and am still hoping to win one day. They also offer affordable Wednesday night dinners that are catered and the drinks are cheap ($2 beers). If you want to become a member, don't hesitate!

I've been a member at the elks for the past 3 years and I wish I joined sooner. It's a great place…read moreto relax, meet incredible people, and bring the family to the pool for summers and events. I really enjoy the gym, steam room, sauna, and jacuzzi on a weekly basis. The people here always say hi and are very friendly. I might be on the younger side but don't mind learning from our older members. Everyone here is very respectable and great. I like taking my kids here over the summer to the pool to enjoy. They also have a cantina bar to enjoy a cocktail or beer under the sun. They also have Wednesday night dinners for a reasonable price. Also throughout the year they have many events to enjoy. I would recommend checking them out.

What an awesome venue for a grad party! We recently rented the entire facility for a party of…read moreabout 100 people. The entire facility holds up to 200 people and contains a full kitchen, courtyard, billiards tables, ping pong table, air hockey table and more. The cost for Foster City residents is $156 per hour and non-residents is $208 per hour. You can rent part of the center for a lower cost as well. We had food catered in and was able to keep most of the trays warm in the oven while we served some of them. We scheduled a walkthrough a few days before the party and provided details on how we wanted the tables to be set-up. Parking is plenty as this center is where Leo J Ryan Park is. This venue is going to be one of the top on our list of venues for future party/gathering needs.

Multi-sport recreation center in Foster City. We came for a weekend getaway and my husband was able…read moreto get some walk-on pickleball play in while we were here. Lots of courts and players were friendly with different levels of play.

Very easy to book and use for the day. I appreciated the open space, private phone booths, and…read moreamenities throughout!

Had to take a meeting in the am and Werqwise was great. Friendly staff and amazing facilities…read more Also the internet is super fast and stable. Better than my office A bunch of nice amenities too great place and vibes

If you're looking for a multigenerational, family‑friendly country club on the Peninsula, PGCC may…read morebe the perfect fit. The club offers several membership levels tailored to different needs, and the facilities are well‑maintained, and cared for by a staff that works hard to keep everything looking great. We joined in 2019 because we didn't have a swimming pool at home, and our kids wanted to enjoy the summer weather. The newly renovated pool had just opened, and it was incredible to see how many families were out enjoying the patio, the Terrace Café, the diving board, and the overall energy of the space. We chose the Clubhouse membership because I'm not a big golfer, but I still appreciate being able to join friends for an occasional round as a guest. The food at PGCC is exceptional. Whether you're craving American, Italian, salads, or something quick and easy, the club is often a better option than going out. It's less crowded, the staff is friendly, and service is quick -- perfect for families. During the off months, they open up the Terrace cafe for kids and children with activities there so the parents can enjoy finishing dinner while they play XBox, color, or games with monitored lifeguards there. The Wellness Center is another standout. It's clean, modern, and fully equipped. I actually canceled my Equinox membership because the club's gym and fitness classes meet all my needs. They offer yoga, TRX, cardio dance, barre, and more -- truly something for everyone. The locker rooms are great as well, and having a personal locker has made it easy and convenient to keep my gear at the club. PGCC recently added new pickleball courts, and they've quickly become one of the most popular social spots. They bring a fresh, active vibe to the club and help break the old stereotype of country clubs being stuffy or outdated. The club still maintains a traditional dress code, but I appreciate it -- it creates boundaries, preserves the elevated feel of the environment, and teaches our kids about manners, respect, and etiquette. The grounds are beautiful, the facilities are well kept, and the overall experience is consistently excellent. If you're looking for a family‑friendly, active, community‑oriented country club with events and amenities for all ages, PGCC is absolutely worth checking out!

I did manage to take some photographs of the bar inside the club house and the views that you have…read morefrom the main window. Enjoy!

Had great food! The cauliflower was delicious and spicy! Our waitress, Alyssa was great!read more

Looking for a weekend ALL YOU CAN EAT brunch? Pinstripes has one for only $38!…read more There's seriously so much to choose from -- easily 20-30 different items, including a carving station, chicken & waffles, breakfast pizza, breakfast pasta, a dessert section, and even a build-your-own omelette station! My favorite was hands down the cioppino, It was SO good that I had to go back for seconds. The carving station was another favorite! For $38 and the amount of food and variety you get, I definitely think it's worth it and would come back again. Service was also quick and friendly! We didn't have a reservation and were still seated right away, which was a nice surprise. Definitely a fun weekend brunch spot when you want a little bit of everything!

Draper Hero City is amazing because the cofounders are brilliant, fun and building great things…read more Front desk ladies are great, the layout is invigorating, and the conference video equipment is latest. Drapers are cool guys and no attitude or egos. Great bang for the buck!

Very poor. DM me if you want to find out details of our experience. We had stayed there for five…read moreyears and the front desk staff turned into the most disrespectful people in a service business you can imagine.

Great open brewery they have so many areas you can choose what you love the most. We started…read moreoutside with food trucks and after it started getting chilly we went inside where there was live music playing and we brought our own board games to play. They had so many fun beers and were hits with everyone in the group. We had people who preferred sours, vs light beers, vs IPAs. All the beers were amazing. I can't recommend this place enough for a chill night out!

Family-Friendly Friday Spot for Large Groups…read more We have come here on Friday afternoons after school. It is an incredibly convenient, spacious venue that is perfect for flexible coordination of meetups with friends, kids, and large groups. The setup features a rotating lineup of three to four food trucks--which you can easily check on their website ahead of time--alongside beer and wine on tap (though my husband notes that beer connoisseurs might find the tap list a bit underwhelming). While the indoor space is quite large, it is fairly dark, so we highly prefer visiting when the weather is nice. Sitting outside at their picnic tables is a fantastic experience. It's a wonderful, laid-back community spot that we highly recommend for a casual get together. They also seem to have themed events and live music at times.