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Alana’s Café
1408 Burlingame Ave., Burlingame
(650) 348-0417
www.alanascafe.com
Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners feature old-fashioned favorites as well as daily house specialties. |
Astaria
50 E. Third Ave., San Mateo
(650) 344-9444
www.astariasm.com
American Mediterranean menu features “comfort food" from Spanish tapas to a phenomenal Beef Bourguignon; full bar; banquet facility. |
Bistro 412
412 Emerson St., Palo Alto
(650) 326-7183
Fresh, seasonal New American fare in a chic, downtown setting. |
Brio
1190 California Dr., Burlingame
(650) 348-6615
www.ristorantebrio.com
Refreshing gourmet Italian food and a vivacious, breezy atmosphere. |
Buca di Beppo
643 Emerson St., Palo Alto
(650) 329-0665
www.bucadibeppo.com
Great home-style Italian cooking, generous portions, and loads of fun. |
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Cascal
400 Castro St., Mountain View
(650) 940-9500
www.cascalrestaurant.com
Tastes of Spain, Latin America, and Mexico meet in this vibrant setting. |
Celia's
3740 El Camino Real, Palo Alto
(650) 843-0643
Also: 1850 El Camino Real, Menlo Park
(650) 321-8227
Also: 504 Peninsula Ave., San Mateo
(650) 343-5886
Also: 3190 Campus Dr., San Mateo
(650) 349-0165
Also: 201 El Camino Real, San Bruno
(650) 877-8245
www.celiasrestaurants.com
Family-owned and operated for the past 35 years, Celia’s offers home-style Mexican food and outstanding margaritas.
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Chantilly
3001 El Camino Real (at Selby Lane), Redwood City
(650) 321-4080
www.chantillyrestaurant.com
Zagat-rated French-Northern Italian restaurant reminiscent of a French Chateau. |
Chef Chu's
1067 N. San Antonio Rd. (at El Camino Real), Los Altos
(650) 948-2696
www.chefchu.com
Landmark for Mandarin cuisine; a full bar and wine list; banquet and take-out facilities. |
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Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
Stanford Shopping Center
180 El Camino Real, Palo Alto
(650) 329-8457
www.flemingssteakhouse.com
American steakhouse serving fine aged prime beef; award-winning wine list; private dining facilities. |
Hola! Restaurant & Cantina
1448 Burlingame Ave., Burlingame
(650) 375-1000
Also: 1015 Alameda de las Pulgas at Ralston, Belmont
(650) 591-1735
www.holarestaurant.com
Traditional and regional Mexican food and an extensive tequila selection in a festive setting. |
Joy Luck Place
88 E. Fourth Ave., San Mateo
(650) 343-6988
www.222.to/joyluckplace/
Cantonese with seasonal items; numerous dim sum selections at lunchtime. |
Lure
204-A 2nd Ave., San Mateo
(650) 340-9040
www.lurerestaurant.com
California-style bistro specializing in fresh seafood and seasonal offerings. |
Mantra
632 Emerson St., Palo Alto
(650) 322-3500
www.mantrapaloalto.com
California sensibility meets classic Indian spices at this chic eatery. |
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Max's Restaurant and Bar of Burlingame
1250 Old Bayshore Hwy
(650) 342-MAXS (6297)
Max’s Opera Cafe of Palo Alto
Stanford Shopping Center
(650) 323-MAXS (6297)
Max’s of Redwood City
Sequoia Station, 1001 El Camino Real
(408) 365-MAXS (6297)
www.maxsworld.com
Enjoy fresh seafood, broiled steaks, burgers, salads and Max’s signature desserts.
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Ming’s
1700 Embarcadero Rd. (at E. Bayshore), Palo Alto
(650) 856-7700 or (800)-355-6001
www.mings.com
Variety of regional Chinese dishes, including dim sum, in a large, bustling dining room. Outdoor seating and banquet facilities available. |
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The Mountain House
13808 Skyline Blvd., 1 mile north of King's Mountain Rd., Woodside
(650) 851-8541
www.themountainhouse.com
A delicious fusion of American and Californian cuisines in a rustic setting in the redwoods. |
Nectar Wine Lounge and Restaurant
270 Lorton Ave., Burlingame
(650) 558-9200
www.nectarwinelounge.com
Epicurean seasonal menu complements an impressive wine list and a contemporary atmosphere. |
Pacific Athletic Club
200 Redwood Shores Pkwy., Redwood Shores
(650) 593-4343
www.pacclub.com
The upscale fitness club's dining room is open to the public for lunch. |
Pampas
529 Alma St., Palo Alto
(650) 327-1323
www.pampaspaloalto.com
All-you-can-eat grilled and spit-roasted churrasco-style meats accompany a bountiful side bar of fresh vegetables and side dishes. |
Peking Duck
2310 El Camino Real, Palo Alto
(650) 856-3338
A wide selection of menu items focus on delicate and refined aspects of exquisite Chinese cuisine, including the restaurant's namesake entrée, Peking Duck. |
Red Lantern
808 Winslow St., Redwood City
(650) 369-5483
www.redlanternrwc.com
Home-style Southeast Asian cuisine in a chic atmosphere; full bar; private dining available. |
Ristorante Rocca
1205 Broadway Ave., Burlingame
(650) 344-3900
www.ristoranterocca.com
Whimsical countryside murals, a Florentine copper and bronze ceiling and a Venetian-style balcony complement fine Northern Italian cuisine. |
Scott’s Seafood Grill & Bar
1 Town & Country Village, Palo Alto
(650) 323-1555
www.scottsseafood.com
Seafood and more in a sophisticated atmosphere. Outdoor patio dining, a full bar, and banquet facilities available.
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Shokolaat
516 University Ave., Palo Alto
(650) 289-0719
www.shokolaat.com
Neighborhood restaurant and patisserie offers European-inspired California food, chocolates and pastries. |
Steelhead Brewing
333 California Dr., Burlingame
(650)344-6050
www.steelheadbrewery.com
A full menu of fine eclectic California cuisine and award-winning ales. |
Straits
1100 Burlingame Ave., Burlingame
(650) 373-7883
www.straitsrestaurants.com
Singaporean cuisine served in a tastefully chic but casual and inviting atmosphere. |
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Sundance The Steakhouse
1921 El Camino Real, Palo Alto
(650) 321-6798
www.sundancethesteakhouse.com
Specialities of prime rib and on-site aged beef, with an extensive cocktail and wine list. |
Thaiphoon
543 Emerson St., Palo Alto
(650) 323-7700
www.thaiphoonrestaurant.com
Classic Thai favorites, plus original Indian and Southeast Asian inspired dishes. |
Trader Vic's
4269 El Camino Real, at Dinah's Garden Hotel, Palo Alto
(650) 849-9800
www.tradervics.com
A Polynesian restaurant and bar, famous for legendary cuisine and exotic drinks. |
Viognier
222 E. Fourth Ave., San Mateo
(650) 685-3727
www.viognierrestaurant.com
A fine dining destination with a specially designed menu that refelcts the seasonal bounty of Northern California. |
Vivace Ristorante
1910 Ralston Ave., Belmont
(650) 637-0611
www.vivacerestaurant.com
Lively atmosphere and authentic Northern Italian dishes. |
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