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!

I've been wanting to try this salad spot. Finally decided to try the chicken Caesar wrap…read more This location is busy during lunch. A lot people coming in and out. I would suggest ordering online for pick up if you're in a hurry. Luckily I was the first person in line and knew what I wanted so I got it really quick. The wrap was a decent size. It was filling and I was full of it. I thought it had a good amount and ratio of the filling. Big chunks of seasoned chicken. Breadcrumbs and Parmesan crisp for crunchiness. It also had shaved Parmesan. I liked that you have the option for light, medium, or heavy dressing. I asked for heavy and it was a good amount. It didn't feel dry or I needed more sauce on the side. There's indoor seating and a small patio. I definitely want to come back and build my own bowl.

When we ordered the food, the person helping us was very friendly and checked us out in a timely…read morefashion, but we sat down to eat; first my daughter noticed a large piece of plastic in her food. I brought it to one of the worker's attention, but she never came back and said anything to us or just even acknowledged that it was indeed plastic and it was in her food. So I went back and continued to eat my bowl and then I found a piece of plastic in my food - so I went back and told the person that was then there, and she wasn't attentive to the whole issue with plastic in our food. so with that being said, we were disappointed and won't be back to that location- Check your food!

I had to leave a review because this was genuinely some of the best customer service I've received…read moreanywhere in a very long time! Huge shoutout to Sebastian at the San Mateo location. I originally planned to order a different salad, but he recommended the Fajita Salad instead and actually took the time to explain why he thought I would enjoy it. I decided to trust his recommendation, and I'm SO glad I did! The salad was a 10/10 -- fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. But what really stood out was Sebastian's service. He was friendly, knowledgeable, attentive, and made what could have been a simple lunch stop such a great experience. Great food is always a plus, but exceptional customer service really makes a difference. Sebastian definitely deserves recognition! I'll absolutely be back.

It can be difficult to find parking in this lot, but I absolutely love Mendocino Farms and it's…read moresuch a beautiful store. I wish it would come to the East Bay (specifically Fremont)! I always order the Farm club and it's delicious at all of their locations. The sourdough bread is great too and not dry like some sourdough can be. I recommend ordering online in advance since this location can get busy and we had to wait 20 minutes for our order.

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.

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.

Came on invite to try their new Rise & Shine brunch menu. We tried 5 different entrees - a mix of…read moresavory and sweet - all were so tasty! My Italian ham Benedict had perfectly poached eggs with the prosciutto edges crisped that added great texture to the overall Benedict. My kid said the lemon/berry pancakes rivaled her favorite pancakes around the corner at Whisper - with the pancake being actually better than the others: fluffy insides with a tiny "crisp" to the outsides of the pancake. My youngest was so excited about the banana, hazelnut, Nutella pizza that she picked off half the toppings before I could snap a pic. And the breakfast burrito looked like any other good breakfast burrito - but the flavor mix was really tasty with the right amount of spice/kick! We didn't try any specialty coffee drinks, but the normal coffee was good and very strong. Overall - the experience has definitely landed Rise & Shine on our list of go-to brunch spots!

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!

Delicious food (don't miss the prawn bowl). Amazing…read morepersonable service - even during lunch rush hour. 5

Food is delicious looks very tasty fries and nice and crispy. Service was great and fast. Nice and…read morequiet place

I ordered a custom tray for a large group celebration and we were pleased with the quality and…read morenovelty. The fish were fresh, the rice was seasoned, and the garnishes were interesting. The owner was communicative via text and E-mail. Pick up was from a ghost kitchen. Menu was difficult to find online, but here is the link: https://twodotsco.typeform.com/to/eUm9sISf?typeform-source=linktr.ee The tray was beautifully decorated. At $6.25 per piece of sushi, the price was similar to nice sushi restaurants. I probably would not order from here frequently, but only as a special treat.

I've had the backhouse on my list for a while and finally had an occasion to give it a try for a…read morecelebration. I preordered a deluxe platter ($450) which comes with 60 assorted nigiri for pickup on a holiday Monday around 1:30pm. Ordering via their form online was simple and easy and I received plenty of communication leading up to the pickup on where/when to pickup and who to contact for any changes or concerns. The pickup spot in San Mateo is a ghost kitchen setup, and parking was a little difficult (I got dropped off while my ride circled around). Once inside, there are a few tablets as well as doorbells labeled with different businesses. I pressed the one labeled for the backhouse and got our order at the door after waiting for a few minutes - there do also seem to be a lot of people picking up delivery service orders and generally seems to be confusing for the other businesses in the same space but I was able to get in and out pretty quickly. Onto the sushi - everything was delicious and they were kind enough to give us 3 of everything as I had requested to make it easier to split between our party of 3 which I really appreciate. The rice was nicely seasoned and not over or undercooked, and the standout has to be the uni. I really liked the asortment of fish/topping combinations and felt like there was a good mix of unique offerings and classics but the one thing I wished we had was some kind of guide or lost of what the fish we had were so I could better appreciate what I was eating. Overall, I'm glad I finally got to try the Backhouse and it was definitely tasty and a convenient way to enjoy some really high quality fish, but I think personally I prefer having the fish in a way where I can know more about what I'm eating to really enjoy the meal :)

Healthy and nutritious bowl with freshly made ingredients. I ordered a Chicken mixed bowl with…read morewagyu beef as add on, and it was a delight to eat. The meats are prepared nicely, perfectly cooked and tender. Generous portion and good value Added a green smoothie drink to accompany the main dish to enhance the meal and balance flavors.

First time here and I will be back. Delicious!! I got the…read morechicken hearty mixed bowl, smoothie and pudding. All were delicious.

Cute little onigiri store for a quick and easy snack while on the go. I have doordash from them…read morebefore and didn't think too much of it, but the portion size seems bigger when ordered in person.

Randomly stumbled upon this place for lunch, they have a wide selection of onigillys. I tried 2 of…read morethem (forgot the exact names) and the miso soup, overall pretty good and price was very fair for a lunch. It doesn't get you super full but it's a nice light lunch

Food: Really good & filling…read more I had the LAMB & BEEF GYROS plate without rice and more salad. It was a substantial plate with lots of meat & salad - well worth the cost. After this I had the rice pudding (with pistachio on top...the server asked if I wanted cinnamon or pistachio) and Turkish coffee (it was good but no cardamom which was a bummer). The pudding was also substantial in size easily accommodating 2 people or 1 person with a raging sweet tooth (me). Service: great! The server came by right when I was finished with the meal and asked if I was ready for the dessert & coffee. Also, I wasn't hurried out of the place after finishing my meal & dessert (when I was writing this very review). Ambiance: spacious There is significant indoor seating & some outdoor. Good spacing among the tables. Sound level is ok. You can hear yourself think and the other person talk unlike some other nearby restaurants.

The food was delicious, and the service was excellent! We stopped by during lunch, and our food…read morecame out quickly despite the busy lunch hour. The portions were generous, and everything was fresh and flavorful. I've been here many times, and the food and service keep me coming back. Definitely a place I'll continue visiting and highly recommend!