Sibby’s Cupcakery, situated a few blocks south of downtown San Mateo, specializes in custom cupcakes made the old-fashioned way, baked to order from scratch. The cupcakery was founded in 2004, but Sibby began her baking career at age four, making blueberry-peach pies with her mother in Topeka, Kansas. Regular cupcake flavors include Coconut Snowball, Grandma’s […]
Ramen Dojo in San Mateo is a noodle hot spot specializing in spicy ramen soup along with a variety of savory appetizers. Customize your broth with soy sauce, garlic pork, or soybean options, choose your spiciness, and pick toppings like spicy cod roe and mushrooms. Or, you might stick to the classic Dojo Bowl, which […]
Located in the heart of downtown San Mateo, Izakaya Mai is a cozy izakaya restaurant with an extensive menu of Japanese small plates, from sushi and sashimi to donburi and fried goods. The eatery is perfect for those that want to indulge in Japanese cuisine, but would like to try many different dishes. The menu […]
Sushi Sam’s Edomata, situated in downtown San Mateo, is a highly recommended sushi joint offering fresh rolls, plus noodle dishes, tempura, soups, and appetizers. Sit at the bar and order the omakase (the chef’s choice of at least ten pieces of sushi) and watch Sam work his magic in creating your meal. A long list […]
Hummus, falafel, and shish kebabs are just a few of the tempting Mediterranean and Turkish choices at Cobani Gyro and Kebab in San Mateo, close to the Hillsdale Shopping Center. Start off with their flaky spanokopita or the appetizer combo plate, with various dips, dolma, and falafel. The menu also includes salads served with a […]
Antoine’s Cookie Shop in San Mateo is well-known for its gourmet cookies coming in a variety of flavors, including chocolate chip, oatmeal chip, walnut chip, peanut butter cup, toffee, 66% dark chocolate, white chocolate macadamia, and more. Owner and baker Antoine Tang has been baking for years and continues to perfect his cookie recipes — […]
Situated in downtown San Mateo on busy B Street, BAMBU is a drink spot specializing in chè, coffee, tea, and smoothies. For those that don’t know, chè is a Vietnamese beverage made-to-order using freshly cut coconut water combined with select exotic and healthy ingredients. The most popular item is the Bambu Special, a refreshing drink […]
Romolo’s Cannoli in San Mateo is an old-school Italian bakery serving handmade cannoli, ice cream, and a variety of coffee beverages. The family-owned business has spanned generations and uses old recipes passed down from owner Joe Capello’s grandparents. The star of the menu is the cannoli: the shells alone take three hours to make from […]
There’s something special about the clothing, jewelry, and home decor at Ricochet Wearable Art. Most of it has been crafted by the hands of local artists. Some of them are hyper-local, working out of the Art Academy adjacent to the shop. That’s where owner Jill Pillot spreads her love for sewing and fashion. She hosts […]
The chef at KingKat Bar & Eatery constantly pushes the boundaries of Asian fusion cuisine to create new tapas. The result is a dynamic menu that features the latest experimental dishes from the kitchen, designed to keep your taste buds entertained. So, even if you’ve been t KingKat Bar & Eatery many times, you can […]