Belmont Restaurants

The Van's

815 Belmont Avenue, Belmont, CA, 94002

The history of The Van's is a colorful tale that dates back to around the turn of the century. Built in 1915, it originally was erected to house part of the Japanese Exhibition at the Panama Pacific International Exposition held in the San Francisco Marina District in commemoration of the opening of the Panama Canal. At the close of the exposition, all but two of the buildings were dismantled -- the Palace of Fine Arts, which remains standing in San Francisco, and the Japanese Tea house.
Land Baron, E.D. Swift, purchased the Tea house in 1915 and barged the entire structure down the Bay to Belmont, California where the house then served for three years as a private residence for Swift's two daughters. In 1921, teams of horses and mules pulled the structure up a steep dirt trail to its present location nestled in the hills overlooking the Bay Area.
In 1933 during Prohibition, Elsie Smock bought the house and under the name "Elsie's," she offered bootlegged whiskey to a select group of friends and acquaintances. The speakeasy was also rumored to have slot machines and dice games operating on the first floor, and the use of the third floor was quite suspect as well.
A trolley that ran from San Francisco to Redwood City was the popular means of transportation to an from the secluded hideaway. With the repeal of Prohibition in 1933, Elsie's became a legalized saloon,however, stories of gambling and harlotry lingered.
Upon her death in 1945, Elsie left the establishment to a prominent Burlingame citizen, and the saloon was turned into an Italian restaurant. Business partners Gene Soule and Ivan Sawyer bought the restaurant in 1947 and renamed it "Gevan's." Ten years later they dissolved their partnership and Sawyer, who retained ownership of the restaurant, subsequently shortened the name to "The Van's."

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La Higuerita Restaurant & Bar

520 Masonic Way, Belmont, CA, 94002

Welcome to La Higuerita Restaurant & Bar! We specialize in delicious and reasonably priced cuisine, including our house specialties and other customer favorites. Our cuisine entrees are served in a relaxed and welcoming setting that you and your friends and family are sure to enjoy. Whether you are in the mood to indulge in something new or just want to enjoy some old favorites, we promise that our inventive menu and attentive service will leave you truly satisfied. No matter what your occasion calls for or your appetite demands, the friendly staff at La Higuerita Restaurant & Bar promise to make your next dining experience a pleasant one.

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Divino

968 Ralston Avenue Belmont, CA United States, 94002

Ristorante Divino, located in Belmont on Ralston one block North of El Camino, offers true regional cuisine of modern Italy. The knowledgeable staff and incredible food allow for a memorable dining experience. Chef/Owner Vincenzo Cucco's kitchen is born from a love of all that is Italian in both traditional and creative cuisine. From the homemade to the seasonal variety, Cucco's tempered cuisine is considered one of the best in the Bay Area. Divino promises to become a destination restaurant.

Left Bank San Mateo

1100 Park Place San Mateo, CA United States, 94003

Pass through red velvet curtains, walk onto a marble mosaic tiled floor and view one of Left Bank’s largest vintage French advertising posters. Behind the host stand is an illuminated display of Marseille pastis. Enter the Grand Salon and witness marble countertops in the exhibition kitchen accented with a coquillage display, flame-shaped lamps and custom mica light fixtures, arched windows, wide plank hardwood floors and mahogany millwork, genuine French chairs, red booths and banquettes with Parisian hat racks, antique mirrors and festive, authentic French lithographs â€" a few of the numerous details that say, “Left Bank". Join us for live music every Saturday night from 7pm - 10pm.

Vivace

1910 Ralston Avenue Belmont, CA United States, 94002

Translated from the Italian language, Vivace means "lively", which is exactly the ambiance at Vivace Ristorante where culinary creations join with excellent wines to celebrate the cuisine of Northern Italy. Highly regarded as one of the best restaurants on the Peninsula, Vivace Ristorante is located in the charming city of Belmont. The warm interior is designed as to permit the viewing of the talented chefs as they prepare an array of Italian dishes with emphasis in the regions of Piemonte and Toscana. With its exceptional cuisine, elegant ambiance, and high level of service and Extensive Wine List 2003, 2004 and 2005 Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence, Vivace creates a wonderful dining experience in which the gastronomia of Northern Italy is celebrated everyday!

The Van's 'On The Hill'

815 Belmont Avenue Belmont, CA United States, 94002

Delight your friends and out-of-town visitors by introducing them to The Van's Restaurant in Belmont. The famous restaurant is frequented by the San Francisco Giants, 49ers and celebrities nationwide including The Van's own celebrities: an extensive family of regular patrons, history buffs and culinary connoisseurs. Restaurants on the Peninsula come and go. The reason The Van's has remained popular for so many years is that the quality of food and service continue to be consistent; the atmosphere and welcome is always warm and friendly; and going to The Van's is like going home to meet friends and family. Join us on Wednesdays from 3 - 6 PM for TWO FOR ONE APPETIZERS at the bar. Also come enjoy our FREE hors d'oeuvre buffet, Mon. - Fri. 4 - 6pm. Tell your friends: Meet Me At The Van's "on the Hill."

Iron Gate

1360 El Camino Real Belmont, CA United States, 94002

Iron Gate offers excellent Continental cuisine in an elegant environment.

La Lanterna

180 West 25th Avenue San Mateo, CA United States, 94403

San Mateo's 25th Avenue is a neighborhood street, a retail area that caters to locals. But La Lanterna Ristorante is making this destination a favorite among the Bay Area residents. Opened 2 years ago, this fine restaurant is among the top establishments in the mid-peninsula area. If you have not discovered La Lanterna Ristorante yet, it's time to do so. Dinner is served nightly. Lunch is served weekdays. Banquet facilities are available up to 25 people. Make your reservations and enjoy this authentic Italian cuisine.

Luceti's On Twenty Fifth Avenue

109 West 25th Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94403

Luceti's is owned by locals Bill & Carole Flaherty. They have owned the restaurant since 2000. They truly feel that the guests who dine at Luceti's are coming to their home for dinner and want guests to be treated as such. Carole worked for the original owner of Luceti's on 25th Avenue for many years and was eventually able to buy the restaurant after his passing. This fulfilled a dream Carole's had since childhood, owning a restaurant of her own.
Many of the recipes at Luceti's were created by the late Roger Bertola who taught them to many of the same chefs that are in the kitchen today. Roger Bertola founded the legendary Doro's and Ruggero's in San Francisco. He was also executive chef at the Iron Horse on Maiden Lane for 10 years. He has been awarded a citation from the City of San Francisco and the State of California for his contributions to the restaurant industry in the area of culinary skill and achievement. The staff in the kitchen take great pride in producing meals that only come back to the kitchen when the plate is empty!

Only $10.00 for a $25.00 Dining Certificate!

Luceti's On Twenty Fifth Avenue

109 West 25th Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94403

Luceti's is owned by locals Bill & Carole Flaherty. They have owned the restaurant since 2000. They truly feel that the guests who dine at Luceti's are coming to their home for dinner and want guests to be treated as such. Carole worked for the original owner of Luceti's on 25th Avenue for many years and was eventually able to buy the restaurant after his passing. This fulfilled a dream Carole's had since childhood, owning a restaurant of her own.
Many of the recipes at Luceti's were created by the late Roger Bertola who taught them to many of the same chefs that are in the kitchen today. Roger Bertola founded the legendary Doro's and Ruggero's in San Francisco. He was also executive chef at the Iron Horse on Maiden Lane for 10 years. He has been awarded a citation from the City of San Francisco and the State of California for his contributions to the restaurant industry in the area of culinary skill and achievement. The staff in the kitchen take great pride in producing meals that only come back to the kitchen when the plate is empty!

Only $3.00 for a $10.00 Dining Certificate!

Piacere

727 Laurel Street San Carlos, CA United States, 94070

Piacere is a modern Italian restaurant using local farm fresh ingredients in our menu and features a Wine Spectator award winning wine list. You'll find everything from seafood to steaks, pastas to pizzas, as well as decadent deserts. We also offer a wood burning oven, fireplace, rotisserie, oyster bar, and a heated outdoor veranda overlooking Laurel Street. We now offer state of the art video and audio capabilities, broadband and wireless internet access to accommodate our new exclusive private dining spaces. Visit our sister restaurant Central Park Bistro in San Mateo.

Micha's BBQ & Catering

1754 Laurel Street, San Carlos, CA, 94070

New owner Alberto Gutierrez would like to welcome you to Micha's BBQ & Catering in San Carlos, CA. Micha's, in business for 9 years, offers a blend of southern style and traditional American cuisine with some Cajun influences in a casual atmosphere. We feature LIVE MUSIC on Friday and Saturday nights and our shows start at 7:00 pm.
We have a different band every weekend and for further information check our live music section.
We are known to be the best BBQ in San Carlos and people like to call us "San Carlos Best Kept secret". Our specialty is barbecue ribs that are smoked for 12 hours and are made fresh daily. Our barbeque restaurant serves high-quality homemade food with heart and soul put into every dish.
Come and try our different dishes like our famous chicken breasts, hot links, one pound hamburgers, pulled pork sandwiches, jumbalaya or catfish. We also feature fried chicken on Wednesdays and meatloaf on Thursdays.
We invite you to browse through our website, view our menu, check out our band schedule and take a look at our "What's New" section because your picture could appear as one of our customers of the month.
We look forward to serving you on your next visit to San Carlos.

Only $10.00 for a $25.00 Dining Certificate!

Creola

344 El Camino Real San Carlos, CA United States, 94070

We hope that you will dine with us soon for an authentic New Orleans dining experience - One that goes beyond Cajun! To enhance your dining experience, we fly in the finest seafood and products available from the Louisiana Gulf Coast and Bayou Regions. We believe that it is these indigenous products that ensure the authenticity of flavors and the integrity of our Creole and Cajun Cuisine.

Azure Restaurant - San Carlos

648 El Camino Real San Carlos, CA United States, 94070

Welcome to Azure - Best kept secret in San Carlos!!! Come dine in our quiet refuge and experience taste tempting creative dining.

La Hacienda

1377 Laurel Street, San Carlos, CA, 94070

Welcome to La Hacienda. You could drive 500 miles south to find authentic Mexican cuisine, or you could take a short drive to La Hacienda, located on Laurel Street, one block west of El Camino Real in San Carlos, where for 26 years Tina and Cristobal have been serving fine authentic Mexican cuisine. Let yourself be transported to a sleepy little Mexican village where you sip their homemade Sangria and feast on the Especialidades De La Casa.
Heart Bueno The refried beans, whole beans and Mexican rice are vegetarian and made with no animal products. We fry in 100% vegetable oil, and use absolutely no lard in any of our cooking. All visible fat is trimmed from meat, and poultry is skinned. Our sauces are completely vegetarian and made with no animal products. La Hacienda, recognized by Consumer Business Review as: Authentic Mexican Cuisine of the Year 2006

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La Hacienda

1377 Laurel Street, San Carlos, CA, 94070

Welcome to La Hacienda. You could drive 500 miles south to find authentic Mexican cuisine, or you could take a short drive to La Hacienda, located on Laurel Street, one block west of El Camino Real in San Carlos, where for 26 years Tina and Cristobal have been serving fine authentic Mexican cuisine. Let yourself be transported to a sleepy little Mexican village where you sip their homemade Sangria and feast on the Especialidades De La Casa.
Heart Bueno The refried beans, whole beans and Mexican rice are vegetarian and made with no animal products. We fry in 100% vegetable oil, and use absolutely no lard in any of our cooking. All visible fat is trimmed from meat, and poultry is skinned. Our sauces are completely vegetarian and made with no animal products. La Hacienda, recognized by Consumer Business Review as: Authentic Mexican Cuisine of the Year 2006

Only $3.00 for a $10.00 Dining Certificate!

Izzy’s Steaks & Chops â€" San Carlos

525 Skyway Road San Carlos, CA United States, 94070

Enjoy a long standing American tradition - a great steak, fine wine, a good time. Their doors are open to all, and they have room for your party. At Izzy's Steak & Chop House, a 50 ft. brass bar is fully stocked and awaits your Mojito order.

La Tosca

777 Laurel Street , San Carlos, CA, 94070

La Tosca Cucina Italiana serves delicious, authentic Italian cuisine in an elegant yet casual setting. Throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, La Tosca is recognized for its beautifully prepared and presented Italian fare and excellent service. Conveniently located in downtown San Carlos near the Laurel Street shops, Caltrain, and nearby Redwood Shores, you can enjoy the freshest pasta, salads, seafood, and chicken attractively presented as though you're truly dining in Italy.
For the most authentic Italian food, visit La Tosca.

Only $10.00 for a $25.00 Dining Certificate!

Town

716 Laurel Street San Carlos, CA United States, 94070

Town opened in March of 2006. Located in the heart of downtown San Carlos. Town features hand cut steaks & chops, the freshest seafood, local organic produce, hand crafted cocktails, and a wine list with a focus on California, Washington and Oregon wines.

Santorini

753 Laurel St., San Carlos, CA, 94070

Welcome to Santorini! We specialize in delicious and reasonablypriced cuisine, including our house specialties and other customerfavorites. Our cuisine entrees are served in a relaxed and welcoming settingthat you and your friends and family are sure to enjoy. Whether you are inthe mood to indulge in something new or just want to enjoy some oldfavorites, we promise that our inventive menu and attentive service willleave you truly satisfied. No matter what your occasion calls for or yourappetite demands, the friendly staff at Santorini promise to makeyour next dining experience a pleasant one.

Only $3.00 for a $10.00 Dining Certificate!

Only $10.00 for a $25.00 Dining Certificate!