San Mateo · San Mateo County, CA
Nightlife in San Mateo
Scout analyzed 58 San Mateo places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.
Places analyzed
58
Matches
7
Typical spend
—
Typical visit
1.5 hr
Complete outings
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 neighborhoods for nightlife
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Downtown
Barrelhouse
Trendy joint pairs pub grub with craft beer & cocktails, plus occasional live music & a patio.
Downtown
Vinyl Room
Hip lounge with old-school decor offering a dance floor & DJs, plus salsa lessons & happy hours.
Downtown
Espetus Churrascaria Brazilian Steakhouse - San Mateo
Waiters in Brazilian gaucho attire serve all-you-can-eat skewers of meat in an eye-catching setting.
South San Mateo
Fieldwork San Mateo
Brewpub with a variety of seasonal house beer blends, plus basic snacks, in an industrial setting.
South San Mateo
The Swingin' Door
Versatile venue with a pub menu, live jazz, darts, karaoke, TVs for sports & a beer garden in back.
No reservation needed
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