Restaurants in San Carlos

“I ate at Pazzo on Wednesday and had a great experience. The restaurant is take out only. I ordered at the restaurant instead of on the phone. The staff were super friendly and helpful with recommendations. The order took about 20 minutes and we had a drink outside while waiting. I HIGHLY recommend the shrimp and grits. Over anything else on the menu! And I was told the gnocchi was amazing too iAnd of course the pizza is awesome!”

“This is the best Indian food I've ever had!

First off, the plating and presentation of everything is stunning! We had four appetizers and each looked too beautiful to eat. They were ALL the most delicious and flavorful bites!

We also got the lamb, butter paneer, daal makhani, and the jafrani kofta. Each one was amazing! I couldn't pick a favorite. I've eaten at many Indian food places in the Bay Area and this one outdoes all others with flavors, presentation, and service.

Let's talk about the service!! Everyone we interacted with was incredibly friendly, checked in to see how we liked everything, and even brought out a dessert for my dad after hearing it was his birthday. We really loved everyone we met there, especially Romeo who was so attentive and kind!

Make sure to visit here, even if just to share appetizers, it's worth it!”

“Great customer service, good food and fine wine 🍷”

“Try their Nitro Crema cold brew. So good! The owners are so kind and friendly.”

“delicious pastrami sandwiches🤤”

“+ The lamb shank was satisfactory. Their tzatziki was great.
- The hummus & pita bread were okay. The half plate was not properly cleaned. I felt a bit hot. They could turn on the air conditioner.”

“Love this place so much! Some of the best tacos I've had in quite a while. I got 3 tacos. 2 al pastor and 1 asada. The meat is fresh and the right amount of flavor and the salsa on the tacos are perfect. What's nice is they also have a salsa bar where you can get a bag of ships and different salsas. Definitely going back again”

“Fried chicken wing - Don't underestimate fried chicken wing, you can taste a good one compared to bad ones and this is one of the best I've had. Good garlic flavor and crispy fried flavor.Baked Spaghetti Bolognese - I was surprised how good this is. They use the good cheese and you can smell it. Crispy cheese on top and the sauce flavor is very good as well.Baked pork chop over rice - The sauce is above average. However, the pork chop could use more marinate, garlic and sesame oil. I think the pork chop they use is pork loin. Using more fatty pork will make it more tender and juicy.Portuguese style baked chicken rice - The flavor of the sauce actually was pretty good but I thought it taste a little sourness.All in all, I'm pretty impressed because I didn't expect it's this good.”

“A place that values quality and source of ingredients”

“Súper Delicious, I recommend it to all my friends !”

“Great people and great food. There’s events every night. So fun”

“The Pizza Guys team in San Carlos are amazing. They supported our school's snack shack. Quick delivery with hot pizza multiple times during an event. Exceptional service.”

“Great breakfast Good quality and good prices!!”

“food and service is superb! number 1”

“Vriendelijke bediening, grote porties en heerlijke gerechten. Zeer mals vlees, een echte aanrader!”

“Friendly people and good food.”

“Excellent place to share Cheers with your friends and family. Salute!”

“Favorite family place...kids love it! ❤️”

“Fun place to meet friends on Fridays. Plenty of food options with food trucks and desserts plus great beer. Staff is always friendly. Great place for polite dogs, lots of seating.”

“Great food but expensive. It was a great treat for me. I did enjoy it.”

“Ordered for delivery to my hotel. Arrived in 30 minutes, exactly as ordered, super hot, and really great pizza. Like Domino's on steroids. Highly recommended.”

“fast and good. clean delicios”

“Great local coffee spot! There isn't tons of seating, so if you're looking for a place to hang out for a few hours, this might not be the right spot for you. But the ambience is great and location is convenient.”

“Great place to get together with friends & family. We had about 30 people for a family get together. Service was great. The outdoor patio was the perfect setting! Most of the food was outstanding. We are actually from Hawaii so we’re very critical about the food.”

“One of the two best taprooms on the SF peninsula. If you know this one, you don't need me to tell you the other one, which is about 2 miles away. Like that place, AA has been getting better and better for the last decade or so. No food here though, it's all about the craft beer knowledge and vibe. Can't recommend a place more highly. Staff, music, and TVs showing classic 70s-90s films when there's no relevant sports on. This is the best there is .”

“awesome”

“To begin our Christmas season, the entire experience at Impasto was delightful and delicious. Franco was wonderful to speak with as well the entire staff was excellent... Grazie ”

“Not the most elegant joint but the food is authentic, fresh and delicious. Occasionally a fellow at the front has been grumpy, but worth it once I sit and eat. I have had catering done and they were awesome.”

“amazing food wonder staff”

“I was at an event up the street but they weren’t going to serve food for another 2 hours. So I walked up the street and found this place. I got a super burrito and it may have been the biggest and best burrito I’ve ever had. Absolutely amazing flavor! Later I saw the remarkably average food they served at my event and was so happy I could skip that food since the super burrito was tasty and filling and made me happy.”

“A lovely white tablecloth setting. Great service and delicious food. A lot like Wings in San Jose which is out of business now😭. So yes I love that we found King Chuan Restaurant 😍”

“We got the house dinner special for two. The water didn't taste so great but we were started off with the fried shrimp with sweet and sour sauce which was pretty good. I enjoyed the sizzling rice soup. I added hot oil to mine. Next we had our dinner which consisted of Mongolian Beef, Honey Walnut Shrimp, and pork fried rice. All of the above were very tasty. The walnuts in the honey walnut shrimp dish were candied, crispy, and fresh ❤️ The ambiance was very relaxing and mellow. The music was jazzy and there was a virtual aquarium which I really enjoyed. I loved the mellow vibe and our waiter, Felix, was very sweet and helpful.❤️”

“muy rica comida! y los ceviches son delicious 😋”

“delicious food. very kind staff. will definitely be back.”

“It was the soft opening, so I understand they were still setting things up. Nice staff, and good service. Had them recommended items, and was not upset. Got the baked cheese appetizer and 12 oysters. Beautiful bar, and Mediterranean feel when sitting inside or outside. Will go back again”

“The food was delicious and it's presentation was beautiful. The wait staff was very helpful and never hovering. We ate outdoors and it was very comfortable. I would definitely recommend to anyone 💕”

“Best Thai place i have been too! Great food and even better owners!!”

“A SUPERB RESTAURANT. [Original] A SUPERB RESTAURANT.”

“Excellent place to share Cheers with your friends and family. Salute!”

“Fantastic night! Enjoyed Sema and her hospitality tremendously!”

“Really fun place a lot of l great people will definitely go back”

“I got my food to go, and it was ready promptly, and the food was absolutely outstanding! I would recommend this place to anybody!”

“We sat outside so the noise was not bad at all (it was loud inside). I would say we got a bit less attention sitting outside (at least in the beginning, better as the night went on). The food was very good and it was an enjoyable evening.”

“Great food, drinks and service!”

“I asked for a roomy table. They put us in a tiny booth in the bar area next to an open door. We were almost outside. I complained and they moved us. The view was junk on the patio.”

“I've been going to Omelette House for years and I can say that the omelettes are really consistent. I like my omelette without any brown spots and they make it perfect every time I order them.”

“Fresh and tasty! Don’t forget it’s healthy, too! Highly recommend!”

“Good counter service option on Laurel Street. We’ve eaten here a few times. It’s good in that I like a few specific menu items that we tend to reorder and they are consistently enjoyable. Ambiance/location is great and good for bringing friends or visitors for a casual bite before or after strolling Laurel Street”

“Best coffee in San Carlos... by a considerable distance.”

“Meat is flavorful, good serving, friendly service, price matches quality perfectly, Cant go wrong with anything here, excellent food, good prices, ill definitely be back for more delicious, I think it was cash only”

“Always great food & service! Clean, friendly & fresh food! Thank you again!🤗♥”

“No frills, large portions! PBS kids was playing on a TV in the corner so our kids were entranced and we had a very quiet dinner. Most people get takeout from here but it was convenient enough for our family of 5 to dine in.”

“My first time in Helpful and professional”

“They make the best sandwiches here. I love getting either the Breakfast Burrito or the Breakfast sandwich on the way to work. The people who make my food are very nice. I love the turkey sandwich the most. My husband loves the Always Thanksgiving sandwich. They also have a great selection of fresh breads. My favorite is the Dutch Crunch.”

“I love momos , fried corn , noodles & fried rice ...”

“Have been here a few times, and it's a cool spot.

The staff and patrons have always been polite with me. However, I crossed the line. Last night, I was a coward and blew a chance with a girl elsewhere, and chose to get wasted, harass a woman and try to grab her. I'm lucky I didn't get my butt kicked. I had it coming.

To everyone that had to deal with me, I'm sorry. I was way out of line. Take care.”

“Yummy vegan flavors: today I had a combo of pear/Riesling & pineapple/hibiscus 🌺 Melinda is one of the sweetest ladies I’ve ever met! Let’s us take our time & gives us samples til we’ve decided. The shop is so blessed to have her.”

“Fun people watching spot for casual meals/bites in the heart of Laurel! Can’t wait to try all of the gelato flavors.”

“Best place to go after the holidays, nice service, excellent food and very tasty wine …”

“A Hidden Gem: IGuey Taqueria Delivers Unforgettable Mexican Cuisine and Heartfelt Service!

I've found my culinary home at IGuey Taqueria. This spot is an absolute hidden gem and highly underrated. If you haven't experienced the magic here, you're truly missing out! The food is simply amazing. Every dish bursts with vibrant flavors, transporting you straight to Mexico. The carnitas tacos and enchiladas are exceptional – perfectly tender carnitas and masterfully balanced enchiladas.

What truly sets IGuey Taqueria apart is their exceptional service and the genuine warmth of the owners. They're incredibly hands-on, personally ensuring every customer has an outstanding experience. This attentiveness creates the most homely experience – you feel like a cherished guest.

For authentic, delicious Mexican food served with genuine hospitality, look no further than this place. It's more than just a meal; it's an experience. I can't recommend it enough!”

“If you haven't been to Molly O's you are missing out on really good food and the friendliest place in town. The menu is a great mix of American fare, along with tasty Irish standards. Salads are great, and the Paddy Melt is a favorite of mine... but then so is the Shepards pie. All the staff are friendly and you always get a smile. You really should give it a try!”

“I like my sandwiches moist - there is nothing worse when you unwrap that paper around your deli sandwich and wonder if they forgot to put any sauce, condiments on there, and if your lunch experience is going to be drier than dirt. No worries about that at Lou's. By now, I've tried about 7 or 8 of their sandwiches and every single one has been a wonderfully messy delight (extra napkins!). Somehow, their signature jalapeno sauce seems to go with every thing - haven't found a mis-match between that sauce and any sandwich yet. The bread - where the hell are they getting this bread?!?? It is the best deli sandwich bread I've had since I fell in love with the dutch crunch at Sam's Deli as a teenager (oh, those were the days!!). The folks there are great - just cranking out one delicious meal after the next with quiet precision and skill. Awfully nice to have this place right here in town!”

“Dave is the best! Check it out and have fun.”

“Quite a delicious carne asada burrito. The meat was tender and well spiced. It was as if I was eating a plate of Mongolian beef but instead of those juices and spices, it was more of a adobo asada style but Mexican. I feel like this review might not appeal to most readers but trust this local business is serving a burrito con mucho sabor.”

“I’m hooked and never not going to show up 😎”

“Shiki has been working on their service and it shows was.Beautiful smiling wait person was very kind no andhelpful.The sushi andramenarealways good as istheveggieand shrimp tempura, light and airy.Yum.”

“Kids love the arcade games and toy machines.

Dietary restrictions: My hubby likes that they have a gluten free crust pizza

Kid-friendliness: Arcade and toy machines are a hit”

“Authentic and charming! The coffee, muffins and sandwiches are WAY wonderful!”

“🍏. 🍏🥤 🥤. 🧋🧋 súper ricos 🤑”

“good Italian ice cream so good”

“Good vegiterian option. Try the fried rice and pad kee mow. The tofu gonger was nice too.

Vegetarian options: They have a large variety of vegan or vegetarian option.”

“The food is very delicious and the portions are good size. A little bit overpriced in my opinion but everything is expensive around us so i understand. I think i will go back again.”

“Went with family here for lunch and got seated the minute we walked in, we ordered and the food came out in less than 10 minutes freshly cooked the service was also great our server made us feel welcome i would recommend this if you enjoy some really good chinese food.”

“Excellent Georgian food! The spinach pkhali was a perfect start, and the chakapuli lamb stew was rich and flavorful. The khachapuri was cheesy and delicious. It's a 4-star experience only because the service was a bit slow, but the freshness of the food makes the wait worth it. Highly recommend for an authentic taste of Georgian cuisine.”

“Went for lunch on a weekday. The menu is mostly breakfast-oriented, so options for a more traditional lunch were limited. Cubano sandwich was kinda unremarkable; not bad, lots of meat on it. Atmosphere and service were nice, but unless I was going out for breakfast specifically I probably wouldn’t go back.”

“Excellent food 10/10, everything very delicious

Dietary restrictions: Everything is cooked with smokers 0% vegetable fat

Parking: Enough

Kid-friendliness: It has special chairs for babies

Wheelchair accessibility: It has a ramp, apart from tables”

“Favorite boba spot. Leans healthier than most boba spots, which is why I prefer it. Only one in San Carlos where I can get a matcha boba with unsweetened non-dairy milk and no added sweetness (except of course the boba themselves!).”

“Good pizza..”

“Tasty and authentic 🇲🇽 with reasonable prices. Family-run business 😍”

“Great restaurant! I loved the food, especially the honey walnut imitation meat. Each dish had a great amount of food! We asked for boxes, so we will have a delicious dinner today.

We'll come back for sure!”

“Really family friendly place with high quality Korean noodles. Reminds me of Korea and oddly Southern California, where Korean food presence is strong. SO glad to be seeing more high quality foods in the Bay area, and in the Peninsula where there is an absolute paucity of selection. Service was only ok, but it was clear that they were understaffed during their opening months. Will be back!”

“Very clean here. Food was good, but took longer than expected for fast food. Not complaining since it was good, just saying to set expectations. It was expensive though. $20 for regular size chicken sandwich combo.”

“It was great! Clean, cute, great service, and most importantly tasty boba! I was able to adjust the drink to my liking—including sugar level— and I feel like every detail was considered from presentation to menu. I think it’s cool that San Carlos got a swanky new addition to their food and dining scene with Bober. I’ll definitely be going back with friends.”

“Sarahi somehow manages to educate you on the menu, ensure a clean table, and communicates your wishes for the perfect meal to the cooking team all while giving you a welcoming smile. Something about a perfect swirl froyo afterward makes this experience beyond satisfactory. The City of Good Living is lucky to have this gem with such a kind staff.”

“It was a straightforward online order for a carne asada burrito. The food itself was really good, not greasy at all. It is perfect when a restaurant does not put too much grease and the tortilla becomes saturated on the bottom. The green salsa had a nice kick to it to complement the burrito. I would come back here again.”

“Yummy in the tummy !! ;) <3”

“I recently visited the Subway sandwich store, and I must say it was an excellent experience from start to finish. The store's atmosphere was inviting and clean, making it a comfortable place to enjoy a meal.”

“Visiting with friends. Had a great tome. I”

“I’ve had coffee at many different Starbucks locations, but the barista here really puts care into making each drink. My coffee was perfect — both in taste and presentation! ☕✨
The only downside is the limited seating area compared to other Starbucks stores. Still, the calm atmosphere and attention to detail more than make up for it.
I was able to work comfortably on my laptop and truly enjoyed my time here. Definitely coming back! 💻💚”

“Amazing tea with great variety! Accidentally stumbled across this place, have returned since, and am never disappointed! The milk tea boba is great, but the Super Fruit green tea with passion fruit popping boba is next level. The fresh fruit slices mixed in with the tea are a refreshing surprise and the fruit is always ripe and delicious. I tried the grapefruit fruit tea today as well which hit the spot! Would definitely recommend checking out Tea Juice!”

“First time here. What great food! Fresh, not greasy Will be back for sure. Service is great. They are so nice here”

“A SUPERB RESTAURANT. [Original] A SUPERB RESTAURANT.”

“Bubble Yum, Pop Rocks and Chico sticks. KC & the Sunshine Band crackling from the AM radio of an El Camino parked out front. This is The Little Store as I experienced it circa 1974 in 4th grade. Groups of Arundel and TL kids in and out all afternoon . My friends and I sharing snacks (as much as our pooled change could afford that day) while sitting on the stairs before our brutal treks up the SC hills home. No cell phones. No rides. Lots of fun memories & great friends. Decades later I’m back in the neighborhood and while much has changed, the Little Store hasn’t (it even smells the same). Still friendly owners, and still a convenient stop when driving home or on neighborhood walks for sweet treats, a six pack, or essentials. And for many of us nostalgic touchstone.”

“Amazing, delicious, flavorful, I love it, I want more; those are the words that my little child used to describe the food he ate. He is not wrong, everything we had to eat was delicious and well prepared. We all know children are the hardest to please when it comes to food.”

“I got my food to go, and it was ready promptly, and the food was absolutely outstanding! I would recommend this place to anybody!”

“We sat outside so the noise was not bad at all (it was loud inside). I would say we got a bit less attention sitting outside (at least in the beginning, better as the night went on). The food was very good and it was an enjoyable evening.”

“Great food, drinks and service!”

“I asked for a roomy table. They put us in a tiny booth in the bar area next to an open door. We were almost outside. I complained and they moved us. The view was junk on the patio.”

“fast and good. clean delicios”

“Great local coffee spot! There isn't tons of seating, so if you're looking for a place to hang out for a few hours, this might not be the right spot for you. But the ambience is great and location is convenient.”

“Went for lunch on a weekday. The menu is mostly breakfast-oriented, so options for a more traditional lunch were limited. Cubano sandwich was kinda unremarkable; not bad, lots of meat on it. Atmosphere and service were nice, but unless I was going out for breakfast specifically I probably wouldn’t go back.”

“Uri and Bliss were amazing. It was an unexpected celebration, and I didn’t have a pre-order for the cake. Luckily, there was a beautiful cake ready to go, and thanks to Uri and Bliss, I was still able to get it customized on the spot. Amazing customer service—thank you both for making it possible!”

“I love momos , fried corn , noodles & fried rice ...”

“Three friends and I dined at Rangoon Ruby in San Carlos on a quiet Thursday evening (except for a wild 49ers game that was being celebrated in nearby establishments!). We chose all vegetarian options, and everything was plentiful and delicious. We had the tea leaf salad, (very light and refreshing), the garlic eggplant (deep purple and delicious without being gooey), Burmese pad tai (pungent sauce on perfectly cooked noodles) and veggie kabat (a mix of vegetables and tofu stir-fried with paprika, masala, tamarind, jalapenos, mint leaves, tomatoes, onions and cilantro) . We also had two orders of coconut rice. The salad plus three main courses was plenty of food! We thought everything was delicious and comparatively (in this neighborhood!) reasonably priced. We were treated very respectfully and were allowed to take our time.”

“I've been going to Omelette House for years and I can say that the omelettes are really consistent. I like my omelette without any brown spots and they make it perfect every time I order them.”

“Excellent Georgian food! The spinach pkhali was a perfect start, and the chakapuli lamb stew was rich and flavorful. The khachapuri was cheesy and delicious. It's a 4-star experience only because the service was a bit slow, but the freshness of the food makes the wait worth it. Highly recommend for an authentic taste of Georgian cuisine.”

“It was great! Clean, cute, great service, and most importantly tasty boba! I was able to adjust the drink to my liking—including sugar level— and I feel like every detail was considered from presentation to menu. I think it’s cool that San Carlos got a swanky new addition to their food and dining scene with Bober. I’ll definitely be going back with friends.”

“Fried chicken wing - Don't underestimate fried chicken wing, you can taste a good one compared to bad ones and this is one of the best I've had. Good garlic flavor and crispy fried flavor.Baked Spaghetti Bolognese - I was surprised how good this is. They use the good cheese and you can smell it. Crispy cheese on top and the sauce flavor is very good as well.Baked pork chop over rice - The sauce is above average. However, the pork chop could use more marinate, garlic and sesame oil. I think the pork chop they use is pork loin. Using more fatty pork will make it more tender and juicy.Portuguese style baked chicken rice - The flavor of the sauce actually was pretty good but I thought it taste a little sourness.All in all, I'm pretty impressed because I didn't expect it's this good.”

“Best coffee in San Carlos... by a considerable distance.”