Places to go in San Mateo

Food & Drink

Apple Fritter

Housemade donuts, egg dishes & gourmet burgers fill the menu at this chill counter-serve cafe.

1901 S Norfolk St, San Mateo, CA 94403, USA

Food & Drink

Backhaus | San Mateo

32 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA

Nightlife

Barrelhouse

Trendy joint pairs pub grub with craft beer & cocktails, plus occasional live music & a patio.

305 California Dr, Burlingame, CA 94010, USA

Outdoors

Bay Meadows Park

Recreational area on 12 acres includes a baseball diamond, lawn-bowling green, public garden & more.

301 E 28th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94403, USA

Food & Drink

Benihana - San Mateo

Hibachi chain serving Japanese dishes grilled tableside by theatrical chefs.

2204 Bridgepointe Pkwy, San Mateo, CA 94404, USA

Food & Drink

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.

2206 Bridgepointe Pkwy, San Mateo, CA 94404, USA

Food & Drink

Blue Bottle Coffee

Trendy cafe chain offering upscale coffee drinks & pastries, plus beans & brewing equipment.

3081 S Delaware St, San Mateo, CA 94403, USA

Food & Drink

Blue Bottle Coffee

Trendy cafe chain offering upscale coffee drinks & pastries, plus beans & brewing equipment.

201 S B St Ste A, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA

Food & Drink

Bonjour Bakehouse

1007 Howard Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA

Shopping

Bridgepointe Shopping Center San Mateo

3000 Bridgepointe Pkwy, San Mateo, CA 94404, USA

Shopping

California Art Supply Company

3600 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94403, USA

Food & Drink

Central Park Bistro

A stainless-steel bar & cherry-wood tables set the stage for contemporary American dining.

181 E 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA

Outdoors

Coyote Point Beach

Coyote Point Beach, Bay Trail, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA

Outdoors

Coyote Point Recreation Area

Bayside park offering a sizable playground with 6 slides, as well as trails & picnic areas.

1701 Coyote Point Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA

Outdoors

Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve

467 acres of woodlands & grasslands known for its hiking, wildflowers, bird-watching & scenic views.

10 Old Stage Coach Rd, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA

Nightlife

Espetus Churrascaria Brazilian Steakhouse - San Mateo

Waiters in Brazilian gaucho attire serve all-you-can-eat skewers of meat in an eye-catching setting.

710 S B St, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA

Nightlife

Fieldwork San Mateo

Brewpub with a variety of seasonal house beer blends, plus basic snacks, in an industrial setting.

3030 S Delaware St, San Mateo, CA 94403, USA

Food & Drink

Fiero Caffe

106 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA

Food & Drink

Foreigner Cafe

Hot spot with an industrial-rustic vibe dishing up eclectic New American plates, plus wine & beer.

60 E 3rd Ave Ste 108, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA

Family

GAMA Ride Amusement Center & Arcade

2200 Bridgepointe Pkwy, San Mateo, CA 94404, USA

Arts & Culture

Hiller Aviation Museum

Museum on the history & future of flight with various aircrafts on display, plus a flight simulator.

601 Skyway Rd, San Carlos, CA 94070, USA

Shopping

Hillsdale Shopping Center

Indoor mall featuring department stores, popular chain retailers & a food terrace for global eats.

60 31st Ave, San Mateo, CA 94403, USA

Food & Drink

Jack's Restaurant & Bar

Lively grill serving breakfast, bar food, pastas & American plates in a warm, comfortable setting.

1750 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94402, USA

Food & Drink

KAIZEN & COFFEE

2337 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94403, USA