San Mateo · neighborhood
Things to do in Downtown
Scout has 0 verified spots mapped in Downtown, 18 with full Scout intelligence.
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Typical visit
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Outings that start here
Budget Afternoon History & Art
Dive into local history without breaking the bank at the San Mateo County History Museum. Afterwards, grab an affordable and satisfying lunch nearby. Conclude your afternoon with a casual stroll through a local art supply shop, offering a creative and low-cost browse.
Arcade Games & Italian Dinner Date
Rekindle your playful side with an afternoon date at GAMA Ride Amusement Center, filled with games and laughter. Transition to a stylish trattoria for a romantic dinner of wood-fired pizzas and Italian dishes, ensuring a relaxed and enjoyable evening.
Escape Room Fun & Italian Dinner in Sugarloaf
Inject some excitement into your date afternoon with a challenging escape room experience at Red Door. Afterwards, transition to a romantic dinner at a stylish Italian trattoria nearby, enjoying wood-fired pizzas and craft cocktails to unwind.
Best spots in Downtown
Downtown
Fiero Caffe
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Blue Bottle Coffee
Trendy cafe chain offering upscale coffee drinks & pastries, plus beans & brewing equipment.
Downtown
The Barrel Bistro and Wine Bar
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San Mateo Japanese Garden - Entrance
Spring blossoming Japanese gardens with a koi pond, pagoda & teahouse in a 16.3-acre city park.
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Pausa Bar & Cookery
Stylish trattoria for wood-fired pizzas, Italian mains & cocktails, with a chef’s table option.
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Barrelhouse
Trendy joint pairs pub grub with craft beer & cocktails, plus occasional live music & a patio.
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Pacific Catch
Modern seafood outfit offering Pan-Pacific preparations from sushi & Hawaiian poke to Latin tacos.
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Foreigner Cafe
Hot spot with an industrial-rustic vibe dishing up eclectic New American plates, plus wine & beer.
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Vinyl Room
Hip lounge with old-school decor offering a dance floor & DJs, plus salsa lessons & happy hours.
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Plato's Closet San Mateo
Chain retailer buying & selling trendy secondhand clothing for teens & young adults.
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Y Salon & Spa
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Spa Siam Orchid
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Espetus Churrascaria Brazilian Steakhouse - San Mateo
Waiters in Brazilian gaucho attire serve all-you-can-eat skewers of meat in an eye-catching setting.
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Philz Coffee
Laid-back local chain specializes in custom-blended coffees, plus teas, specialty drinks & pastries.
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Porterhouse
Contemporary steakhouse that dry ages its porterhouse on the premises & makes its own sauces.
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Backhaus | San Mateo
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Central Park Bistro
A stainless-steel bar & cherry-wood tables set the stage for contemporary American dining.
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San Mateo Central Park
Vibrant, 16-acre park featuring Japanese gardens, a mini train ride, playground & ice-skating rink.
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