San Mateo · San Mateo County, CA
Best coffee in San Mateo
Scout analyzed 58 San Mateo places and surfaced the ones that actually fit coffee.
Places analyzed
58
Matches
7
Typical spend
—
Typical visit
45 min
Best neighborhoods for coffee
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
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Downtown
Blue Bottle Coffee
Trendy cafe chain offering upscale coffee drinks & pastries, plus beans & brewing equipment.
Central San Mateo
Sama Coffee Shop
South San Mateo
Blue Bottle Coffee
Trendy cafe chain offering upscale coffee drinks & pastries, plus beans & brewing equipment.
South San Mateo
KAIZEN & COFFEE
Downtown
Foreigner Cafe
Hot spot with an industrial-rustic vibe dishing up eclectic New American plates, plus wine & beer.
Downtown
Philz Coffee
Laid-back local chain specializes in custom-blended coffees, plus teas, specialty drinks & pastries.
East San Mateo
Apple Fritter
Housemade donuts, egg dishes & gourmet burgers fill the menu at this chill counter-serve cafe.
No reservation needed
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