Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Foster City

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1. Pausa Bar & Cookery

4.7

Exceptional(1837)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • San Mateo

Booked 9 times today

Pausa, a bar and cookery in San Mateo, calls for guests to take a recess from life and enjoy a dining experience that transports them to a place of leisure. With a strong focus on modern Italian, our menu will consist of house-made pasta, wood-fired pizza, wood-fired grill, and house-cured meats. Our friendly and knowledgeable team will ensure your pause is a memorable one.We are now taking reservations for our patio tables, bar, and indoor tables. As we practice social distancing with our new limited floor plan, we ask that you and your guests limit your dining to 2 hours to accommodate all reservations.When checking table availability, if outdoor seating is not an option to select, then your reservation will be for an indoor table as the outdoor may be booked. Thank you for understanding.

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2. Rustic House - San Carlos

4.7

Exceptional(282)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • San Carlos

Rustic House Oyster Bar and Grill specializes in seafood cuisine. Dishes may include freshwater fish. The concept may focus upon the preparation and service of fresh seafood. We also offer additional American non-seafood items such as chicken, beef, and pasta dishes.

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3. Flores - San Mateo

4.4

Awesome(86)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • San Mateo

Booked 6 times today

Step into the heart of Mexican tradition at Flores - San Mateo, nestled in the stunning San Francisco Bay Area gem of San Mateo, California. Our menu, a vibrant tapestry of traditional Mexican dishes, bridges the culinary gap between The Gulf and The Pacific. This commitment to traditional Mexican cuisine is mirrored in our beverage selection and the restaurant's design, creating an experience that truly honors Mexico's rich culinary culture.4% surcharge will be added to all guest checks for employee benefit, including health insurance, commuter benefit, sick days, and minimum wage ordinance.

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4. Rise Woodfire - San Mateo

4.5

Awesome(629)

Price: Moderate

• American • San Mateo

Booked 2 times today

Proudly local and family-owned, we serve elevated comfort food including wood-fired pizza and rotisserie fare in the heart of Downtown San Mateo (located inside a historical train station!). Try local favorites like our signature pizzas, prime ribs and roast chickens, as well as many vegan and vegetarian-friendly dishes to choose from. Our indoor and outdoor dining are open, so come experience our grand main dining room or dine outside in our state-of-the-art heated covered patio -- kids love watching the trains go by! Takeout service for pickup and delivery are available - Order online through our website www.risewoodfire.com.For table reservations of 13 or more, please contact us directly at info@risewoodfire.com

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5. Park & Howard Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(1288)

Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Burlingame

Booked 5 times today

Park & Howard Bistro located on the corner of Park and Howard Ave in Burlingame CA and featuring fresh seasonal American cuisine. We offer a carefully chosen eclectic world wide wine list. Park & Howard Bistro has a decidedly understated rustic motif, linen tables clothes, hardwood floors, intimate leather booths , & rich mahogany wood accents and is an affordable sophisticated, fun dining experience. Park & Howard Bistro also has intimate private dining rooms perfect for that corporate presentation, business meeting, wedding rehearsal dinner, retirement celebrations ,anniversary dinner, or any special function you may have in mind. Check out our private wine cellar room which seats up to 12 people for that extra special dining experience. The lunch menu is full of wonderful seasonal pairings salads, sandwiches and entrees. Service is approachable, knowledgeable, attentive and friendly, in a comfortable atmosphere

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6. Il Fornaio - Burlingame

4.4

Awesome(4433)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Burlingame

Booked 23 times today

Il Fornaio is renowned for its authentic award winning Italian cuisine. Specialties include wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; housemade pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and housemade soups; a wide variety of desserts; and fresh baked bread made daily from scratch. Annual winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.

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7. Waterside Grill + Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(116)

Price: Moderate

• Global, International • Redwood City

Booked 3 times today

Join us for a relaxing and memorable experience at Waterside Grill + Lounge. Our locally inspired seasonal menu, creative cocktail offerings, global plates and unmatched hospitality on the San Francisco waterfront provide the recipe for a great meal. With an innovative culinary and mixology team ready to cater to your every need, you’ll easily see why we are the premier destination in Redwood Shores. Our large outdoor terrace provides for unmatched al fresco bar and restaurant experience. Whether you are here for business or pleasure, we welcome you to our table.

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8. Izzy's on the Peninsula

4.2

Awesome(1356)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • San Carlos

A Bay Area Tradition Since 1987...Izzy’s on the Peninsula is a second-generation, family-owned dining destination that has become a beloved neighborhood establishment since its flagship location opened in 1987.Izzy’s dynamic menu celebrates traditional steakhouse fare, featuring fresh interpretations of the classics. You'll find a selection of steaks & chops, local seafood, regional wines, and inventive cocktails.Fresh off of a year-long renovation, Izzy's showcases a new design inspired by our rich history; along with additional private dining spaces, a reimagined bar & lounge space, and a brand new garden for outdoor dining.

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9. Central Park Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(1696)

Price: Expensive

• American • San Mateo

Booked 3 times today

Central Park Bistro is a 100 seat contemporary restaurant in downtown San Mateo featuring fresh seasonal American cuisine by Chef Ricardo Garcia, in the $15-$45 range. We offer a carefully chosen eclectic Wine Spectator award-winning wine list. Central Park Bistro is an affordable sophisticated, fun dining experience. Relax and unwind with a house specialty cocktail at our wonderful Martini Bar. We also have several intimate private dining rooms perfect for that corporate presentation business meeting, wedding rehearsal dinner, retirement/anniversary dinner, or any special function you may have in mind. Check out our private wine cellar room which seats up to 8 people for that extra special dining experience.For reservations larger than 12 or for private functions please contact the restaurant directly.

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10. Pacific Catch San Mateo

4.6

Exceptional(1438)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • San Mateo

Booked 19 times today

Pacific Catch is a WestCoast Fish House dedicated to delivering high quality sustainable seafood with a unique perspective. From the day we opened we've been mindful about where our ingredients come from and how to bring to life the vibrant flavors and feeling of the Pacific. It's our commitment to our guests to keep things interesting, innovative, wholesome and thoughtfully sourced. That's why we've formalized our relationship with the Monterey Bay Seafood Aquarium's Seafood Watch, James Beard Foundation's Smart Catch and the Surfrider Foundation by becoming a partner and bringing on a director of sustainability to help steward these efforts.We will be following the most stringent protocols on cleaning, sanitization, social distancing, and protections for employee health including temperature taking and the use of protective masks and gloves.

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Margarita
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Dinner was very good. The music is played at a very high volume that conversation was difficult. We asked the hostess to have the music lower a bit and her response was; let me ask the manager. Volume was not lowered; we then asked our waiter and he immediately made the miracle of listening g to the request. Definitely too high of music volume.
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Pausa Bar & CookeryPrice: Expensive• Italian• San Mateo
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4.7
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Douglasvip
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Nice night! They did open the door a tad early... apparently as a way to get us out?
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Park & Howard BistroPrice: Moderate• Bistro• Burlingame
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4.8
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Johannavip
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall, the food was very good. Their tacos were yummy and their chips and salsa are really great. Their Carnitas were really good and so were their chicken enchiladas. Was not so impressed with the guacamole because it had a lot of other stuff in it not just avocado and spices. Also, the rice wasn’t terribly exciting, but it wasn’t bad. The service was outstanding. The cocktails were great and I think it’s a fun place to go eat and the food is good
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Flores - San MateoPrice: Moderate• Mexican• San Mateo
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4.4
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Samantha
St. Louis •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing food. Amazing place. Overall 10/10 experience.
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Rustic House - San CarlosPrice: Expensive• Seafood• San Carlos
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4.7
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Joseph
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We went here two days in a row - It was THAT GOOD! We had a party of 8 the first day and went back with just 2 for a second time Wait staff was great both times. Portions are generous and staff is attentive. Variety is wide with something for every taste. Pizzas are incredibly fresh, crispy and loaded with toppings. Chicken was unbelievably moist with a crispy skin. Wine selection is considerable. Deserts are also wonderful! Ambience is comfortable, but active and the area is worth walking around. OUTSTANDING in every way. This will be my "goto" whenever I'm in the area.
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Rise Woodfire - San MateoPrice: Moderate• American• San Mateo
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4.5

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48 restaurants available nearby

1. Pausa Bar & Cookery

2. Rustic House - San Carlos

3. Flores - San Mateo

4. Rise Woodfire - San Mateo

5. Park & Howard Bistro

6. Il Fornaio - Burlingame

7. Waterside Grill + Lounge

8. Izzy's on the Peninsula

9. Central Park Bistro

10. Pacific Catch San Mateo

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