Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo

Name: Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo
Address: 101 Hillsdale Shopping Center, San Mateo, CA, United States, 94403
Telephone: (650) 212-7400
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.2

4.2

3012 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

16 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Good for business meals

Whether you’re chatting over a flavorful roasted chicken salad or sipping a merlot as your hand-cut blackened ribeye is mesquite grilled over a live fire, Paul Martin’s American Grill is the ideal place to impress or decompress. Located in the Hillsdale Shopping Center, our restaurant offers classic American cuisine set to a higher standard. Sink into plush seating in our polished yet welcoming dining room and experience the remarkable hospitality that makes dining with us an event.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Steakhouse
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–22:00 Brunch Sun 11:00–21:00
Phone number
(650) 212-7400
Website
http://www.paulmartinsamericangrill.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or hosting a business meeting, we have the space for you. From menus to decor, we are happy to customize every detail to fit your needs.

Location
101 Hillsdale Shopping Center, San Mateo, CA 94403
Area
San Mateo
Cross Street
31st ave/El Camino Real
Parking details
Free parking lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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100 San Francisco Bay Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Experiences

Create a New Sunday Tradition- Sunday Brunch
Multiple dates available
Join us Sundays from 11-2PM to experience our new brunch menu! Explore creative new à la carte entrées like our charcuterie board-inspired DIY Avocado Toast. For meatlovers our new Hangover Burger will delight — or go classic with our new Grill Benedict. No brunch is complete without refreshing cocktails and we’re serving them up by the glass or by the pitcher. Try our new Sangria or Blackberry Margarita Pitchers, or enjoy DIY Mimosas featuring a bottle of bubbly plus juices for the whole table.

Popular dishes

Zonin Prosecco, DOC, Veneto, NVUS$12.00
- gUS$12.00
- bUS$44.00
Poema Cave, Brut Rose, SpainUS$12.00
- gUS$12.00
- bUS$44.00
J Vineyards, Brut Cuvée, California, NVUS$16.00
- gUS$16.00
- bUS$60.00
Domaine Carneros, Brut, California, NVUS$20.00
- gUS$20.00
- bUS$80.00
Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Noirs, Rose Carneros, NVUS$60.00
- bUS$60.00
Schramsburg, Brut Rosé, North Coast, 2018US$96.00
- bUS$96.00
Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, Brut, France, NVUS$135.00
- bUS$135.00

Rosé

Josh Cellars, Rosé, California, 2020US$12.00
- gUS$12.00
- bUS$48.00
Daou, Rosé, Paso Robles, 2020US$16.00
- gUS$16.00
- bUS$60.00
Fleurs De Prairie, Rosé, Provence, 2020US$56.00
- bUS$56.00
Simon Family Estates, "Tigress" Rosé of Grenache, Rutherford, 2022US$99.00
- bUS$99.00

Sauvignon Blanc

Kim Crawford, Marlborough, 2018US$14.00
- gUS$14.00
- bUS$56.00
Whitehaven, Marlborough, NZ 2023US$16.00
- gUS$16.00
- bUS$60.00
Duckhorn, Napa, 2020US$19.00
- gUS$19.00
- bUS$76.00
Ferrari Carano, Fume Blanc, Sonoma, 2020US$40.00
- bUS$40.00
Twomey By Silver Oak, North Coast, 2021US$72.00
- bUS$72.00
Giesen Estate, Marlborough, NZ, 2023US$12.00
- gUS$12.00
- bUS$44.00

Enticing Whites

Conundrum by Caymus, White Blend, California, 2020US$14.00
- gUS$14.00
- bUS$52.00
Seaglass, Pinot Grigio, Santa Barbara County, 2023US$12.00
- gUS$12.00
- bUS$44.00
Santa Margherita, Pinot Grigio, Valdadige, Italy, 2019US$18.00
- gUS$18.00
- bUS$76.00
Chateau Ste. Michelle, Riesling, Columbia Valley, 2020US$12.00
- gUS$12.00
- bUS$44.00

Chardonnay

Hess "Shirtail Ranches", Monterey, 2020US$13.00
- gUS$13.00
- bUS$48.00
Unshackled by Prisoner, California, 2021US$16.00
- gUS$16.00
- bUS$60.00
Mer Soleil Silver Unoaked, SLH, Monterey 2018US$15.00
- gUS$15.00
- bUS$60.00
Frank Family , Napa, 2022US$19.00
- gUS$19.00
- bUS$76.00
Rombauer, Carneros, 2021US$24.00
- gUS$24.00
- bUS$99.00
Cakebread Cellars, Napa, 2019US$95.00
- bUS$95.00
Sonoma Cutrer, Russian River Ranches, 2019US$64.00
- bUS$64.00
Frog's Leap, "Shale and Stone", Napa, 2021US$76.00
- bUS$76.00
Far Niente, Napa, 2019US$135.00
- bUS$135.00
Jayson by Pahlmeyer, Napa, 2016US$110.00
- bUS$110.00

Red Wines

Pinot Noir

Meiomi, California, 2019US$16.00
- gUS$16.00
- bUS$60.00
Elouan, Oregon, 2018US$15.00
- gUS$15.00
- bUS$56.00
Belle Glos, "Las Alturas", Santa Lucia Highlands, 2017US$22.00
- gUS$22.00
- bUS$84.00
Talbott Kali Hart, Monterey, 2017US$64.00
- bUS$64.00
Patz and Hall, Sonoma, 2017US$80.00
- bUS$80.00
Flowers, Sonoma, 2018US$122.00
- bUS$122.00

Enticing Reds

J. Lohr Pure Paso Proprietary Red, Paso, 2020US$16.00
- gUS$16.00
- bUS$6.00
Conundrum by Caymus, Red Blend, California,2021US$14.00
- gUS$14.00
- bUS$52.00
Don Miguel Gascon, Malbec, Argentina,2021US$15.00
- gUS$15.00
- bUS$56.00
Abstract by Orin Swift, Blend, Napa, 2022US$22.00
- gUS$22.00
- bUS$84.00
Orin Swift, "8 Years in the Desert", Red Blend, Napa, 2019US$92.00
- bUS$92.00
Qupe, Syrah, Central Coast, California, 2018US$56.00
- bUS$56.00
Quilt, "Fabric Of The Land," Red Blend, Napa, 2018US$68.00
- bUS$68.00
Bodega Colome Autentico, Malbec, Argentina, 2019US$95.00
- bUS$95.00
The Prisoner, Red Blend, Napa, 2019US$99.00
- bUS$99.00
Caymus-Suison Grand Durif, Petite Syrah, 2018US$90.00
- bUS$90.00

Zinfandel

St. Francis, " Old Vines", Sonoma, 2018US$15.00
- gUS$15.00
- bUS$56.00
Saldo by Prisoner, 2019US$17.00
- gUS$17.00
- bUS$64.00
Frog's Leap, Napa, 2019US$96.00
- bUS$96.00
Seghesio, "Old Vine", Sonoma, 2016US$90.00
- bUS$90.00

Merlot

Decoy by Duckhorn, Sonoma, 2019US$14.00
- gUS$14.00
- bUS$52.00
Markham, Napa Valley, 2017US$16.00
- gUS$16.00
- bUS$64.00
Emmolo by Caymus, Napa, 2019US$20.00
- gUS$20.00
- bUS$80.00
Grgich Hills, Napa, 2019US$90.00
- bUS$90.00
Duckhorn, Napa, 2018US$120.00
- bUS$120.00
Rombauer, Napa, 2018US$95.00
- bUS$95.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

William Hill Estate, North Coast, 2018US$14.00
- gUS$14.00
- bUS$52.00
Joel Gott 815, California, 2019US$15.00
- gUS$15.00
- bUS$58.00
Justin, Paso Robles, 2018US$18.00
- gUS$18.00
- bUS$68.00
Educated Guess, Napa County, 2020US$19.00
- gUS$19.00
- bUS$72.00
Austin Hope, Paso Robles, 2019US$20.00
- gUS$20.00
- bUS$95.00
Silver Oak, Alexander Valley, 2020US$30.00
- gUS$30.00
- bUS$115.00
Sequoia Grove, Napa, 2019US$92.00
- bUS$92.00
Daou Vineyards, Paso Robles, 2019US$64.00
- bUS$64.00
Sanctuary, "Usibelli Vineyards", Rutherford, 2016US$64.00
- bUS$64.00
Jordan, Alexander Valley, 2016US$130.00
- bUS$130.00
Oberon, Napa County, 2018US$72.00
- bUS$72.00
Caymus, California 2022US$24.00
- gUS$24.00
- bUS$92.00
Frog's Leap, Estate Grown, Rutherford, 2019US$150.00
- bUS$150.00
Hall, Napa, 2018US$117.00
- bUS$117.00
Pilcrow, "Ghost Block", Mt. Veeder, Napa, 2016US$198.00
- bUS$198.00
Paradigm, Oakville 2013US$165.00
- bUS$165.00
Chateau Montelena, Napa, 2018US$155.00
- bUS$155.00
Caymus, Napa Valley, 2020US$195.00
- bUS$195.00
Joseph Phelps, "Insignia", Napa, 2018US$325.00
- bUS$325.00

Beer- Traditional Bottles, Drafts Vary by Location

CoronaUS$6.00
HeinekenUS$6.00
GuinnessUS$8.00
BudweiserUS$6.00
Michelob UltraUS$6.00
Miller LightUS$6.00
Coors LightUS$6.00
Sculpin IPAUS$8.00
Sierra NevadaUS$7.00
Stella ArtoisUS$7.00
Erdinger Non-alcoholic WeissbierUS$7.00

Classic Cocktails

Cadillac Margarita, Mexico, 1930 or 40sUS$18.00
Patron Silver Tequila, Tres Agaves Nectar, Grand Marnier float, on the rocks, Tajín rim
Paloma, Tequila, Mexixo, late 1800sUS$16.00
Milagro Silver Tequila, Ancho Reyes Chili Liqueur, basil, fresh lime juice, Grapefruit Soda
Bee's Knees, Paris, France, 1910sUS$17.00
Botanist Gin, fresh lemon juice, housemade honey syrup
NEGRONI Florence, Italy, 1919US$16.00
Hendrick's Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth
Raspberry Mule, Los Angeles, CA, 1941US$16.00
House infused raspberry vodka, Giffard Crème de Framboise Raspberry Liqueur, fresh lime juice, Q Ginger Beer
Dirty Martini, San Francisco, CA, 1860US$18.00
Grey Goose Vodka, Noilly Prat Original Dry Vermouth, olive juice, blue cheese olives
Lemon Drop San Francisco, CA 1970sUS$16.00
House infused lemon vodka, triple sec, lemon
Vodka Collins, New York, 1874US$16.00
Wheatley Vodka, fresh lemon juice, strawberry, basil, Q Club Soda
Mojito, Havana, Cuba 1586US$16.00
Bacardi Superior Rum, mint, lime, cane syrup
Mai Tai, San Francisco, CA 1944US$16.00
Bacardi Añejo Cuatro, Cointreau, Orgeat syrup, lime juice, pineapple juice, Myers's Dark Rum
Gold Rush, New York City, NY, 2000sUS$17.00
Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Giffard Crème de Pamplemousse Rose Liqueur, honey, fresh lemon juice, mint
WHISKEY SOUR At Sea, late 1700sUS$16.00
Buffalo Trace Bourbon, lemon, Angostura bitters
MANHATTAN New York City, NY, 1870sUS$16.00
Maker's Mark Bourbon, Noilly Prat Rouge Sweet Vermouth, bitters
COSMOPOLITAN New York City, 1988US$18.00
Grey Goose Vodka, Cointreau, cranberry, lime
JALAPEÑO MARGARITA Mexico, 1930 or 40sUS$18.00
Espolon Blanco Tequila, fresh lime, Tres Agave Nectar, muddled jalapeños
MEZCAL OLD FASHIONED New York City, 2007US$18.00
Dos Hombres Mezcal, bitters, agave, Luxardo cherry
ESPRESSO MARTINI London, England, 1980sUS$16.00
Hanson Organic Vodka, Frangelico, Baileys, Kahlúa, house-made cold brew

What 3,012 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.3Service
4.2Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Paul Martin's American Grill in San Mateo offers a delightful dining experience with a diverse menu and "outstanding food and service." The ambiance is inviting, making it perfect for gatherings. Guests appreciate the "exceptional customer service" and attentive staff. Highlights include the "delicious house salad" and popular dishes like salmon tacos.

3,012 Reviews

M
Mari
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
To start, seating table was bad and price level on the app is false. Second, we ordered the top steaks cooked well done and received them rare. Third, for the price of the restaurant, the service was very slow for a top end steak house.
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Simone
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food and service were exceptional - and on such a busy night as Valentines! We always love going to the bar and dining at our neighborhood favorite Paul Martins.
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Melanie
San Francisco
13 reviews
2.0
13 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Entree came before salad so we returned. Had to return my cocktail cause it did not taste good at all. It sounds like we are accustom to returning food but we are not. This might be the only time I’ve returned a cocktail for being undrinkable. Asked if we wanted dessert before we finished our entrees. Forgot to remove salad from bill. My chicken Parmesan was bland and not worth the price. The short ribs were good. Presentation, service and taste was not worth the price.
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Melissa
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
A place to go to for a quick dinner, a little pricey for the quality of food. Steak was over cooked, shrimps were over cooked. Server was good. Overall a 4 star experience
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Steve
Ottawa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Dinner and drinks in a booth for three was very pleasant. Book ahead, can be a busy spot. Seafood pasta was great! Beef dip - large serving on very fresh baguette was delicious. Server was excellent. 4.5 for sure in San Mateo next to Hillsdale Mall. Lots of free parking.
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Brenda
VIP
San Francisco
37 reviews
4.0
37 reviews
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We were seated quickly, despite having only half our party present. The server brought water and didn't return til everyone was seated. She was quiet but efficient. The food was mostly good, but my chicken parmesan was subpar from the first bite. I felt it must have been left over from the previous night and just rebaked, since the first bite was hard and dry. The pasta was al dente at least. Other entrees faired better: brick chicken, cheeseburger, and steak frites. My son had the butter cake, which didn't disappoint. It was nice of the server to bring out both complimentary desserts for two b'days at the table. We boxed the cheesecake to go. Other than the disappointing chicken parm, the evening was quite nice.
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Thomas
VIP
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 3 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Prime Rib special was amazing. The Prime Rib and salad were delicious. What really blew my mind was the Mashed Potatoes. The best I've ever had. :-)
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Andrew
San Francisco
15 reviews
1.0
15 reviews
Dined on 21 January 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
The food was terrible. The prime ribs were cold and the salad was too sour.
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Brigitte
VIP
San Francisco
54 reviews
2.0
54 reviews
Dined on 19 January 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
The server tried to come back from this with free dessert but it was too late. He forgot to order our apps, which never came and failed to check on us. Finally flagged him down and he ordered them and our entrees came before the apps, which we then canceled. Our steaks were not done right and the sides were cold. Honestly, the restaurant looked haggard and so did the staff. Unfortunate, because we do enjoy this place.
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Larry
VIP
San Francisco
49 reviews
5.0
49 reviews
Dined on 19 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great dining experience. Food was delicious and t4he Artichoke and Spinach dip is to die for!!!
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FAQs

Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Postmates. Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 212-7400.

Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo is rated 4.2 stars by 3012 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

16 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo

101 Hillsdale Shopping Center, San Mateo, CA 94403

Additional information

Cross Street
31st ave/El Camino Real
Area
San Mateo
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–22:00 Brunch Sun 11:00–21:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Steakhouse
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Free parking lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.paulmartinsamericangrill.com/
Phone number
(650) 212-7400
Private party facilities
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or hosting a business meeting, we have the space for you. From menus to decor, we are happy to customize every detail to fit your needs.

Featured in

100 San Francisco Bay Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

100 San Francisco Bay Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Create a New Sunday Tradition- Sunday Brunch

Filet Mignon

Steak Frites

Blackened Ribeye

White Wines

Bubbles

Zonin Prosecco, DOC, Veneto, NVUS$12.00

Poema Cave, Brut Rose, SpainUS$12.00

J Vineyards, Brut Cuvée, California, NVUS$16.00

Domaine Carneros, Brut, California, NVUS$20.00

Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Noirs, Rose Carneros, NVUS$60.00

Schramsburg, Brut Rosé, North Coast, 2018US$96.00

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, Brut, France, NVUS$135.00

Rosé

Josh Cellars, Rosé, California, 2020US$12.00

Daou, Rosé, Paso Robles, 2020US$16.00

Fleurs De Prairie, Rosé, Provence, 2020US$56.00

Simon Family Estates, "Tigress" Rosé of Grenache, Rutherford, 2022US$99.00

Sauvignon Blanc

Kim Crawford, Marlborough, 2018US$14.00

Whitehaven, Marlborough, NZ 2023US$16.00

Duckhorn, Napa, 2020US$19.00

Ferrari Carano, Fume Blanc, Sonoma, 2020US$40.00

Twomey By Silver Oak, North Coast, 2021US$72.00

Giesen Estate, Marlborough, NZ, 2023US$12.00

Enticing Whites

Conundrum by Caymus, White Blend, California, 2020US$14.00

Seaglass, Pinot Grigio, Santa Barbara County, 2023US$12.00

Santa Margherita, Pinot Grigio, Valdadige, Italy, 2019US$18.00

Chateau Ste. Michelle, Riesling, Columbia Valley, 2020US$12.00

Chardonnay

Hess "Shirtail Ranches", Monterey, 2020US$13.00

Unshackled by Prisoner, California, 2021US$16.00

Mer Soleil Silver Unoaked, SLH, Monterey 2018US$15.00

Frank Family , Napa, 2022US$19.00

Rombauer, Carneros, 2021US$24.00

Cakebread Cellars, Napa, 2019US$95.00

Sonoma Cutrer, Russian River Ranches, 2019US$64.00

Frog's Leap, "Shale and Stone", Napa, 2021US$76.00

Far Niente, Napa, 2019US$135.00

Jayson by Pahlmeyer, Napa, 2016US$110.00

Red Wines

Pinot Noir

Meiomi, California, 2019US$16.00

Elouan, Oregon, 2018US$15.00

Belle Glos, "Las Alturas", Santa Lucia Highlands, 2017US$22.00

Talbott Kali Hart, Monterey, 2017US$64.00

Patz and Hall, Sonoma, 2017US$80.00

Flowers, Sonoma, 2018US$122.00

Enticing Reds

J. Lohr Pure Paso Proprietary Red, Paso, 2020US$16.00

Conundrum by Caymus, Red Blend, California,2021US$14.00

Don Miguel Gascon, Malbec, Argentina,2021US$15.00

Abstract by Orin Swift, Blend, Napa, 2022US$22.00

Orin Swift, "8 Years in the Desert", Red Blend, Napa, 2019US$92.00

Qupe, Syrah, Central Coast, California, 2018US$56.00

Quilt, "Fabric Of The Land," Red Blend, Napa, 2018US$68.00

Bodega Colome Autentico, Malbec, Argentina, 2019US$95.00

The Prisoner, Red Blend, Napa, 2019US$99.00

Caymus-Suison Grand Durif, Petite Syrah, 2018US$90.00

Zinfandel

St. Francis, " Old Vines", Sonoma, 2018US$15.00

Saldo by Prisoner, 2019US$17.00

Frog's Leap, Napa, 2019US$96.00

Seghesio, "Old Vine", Sonoma, 2016US$90.00

Merlot

Decoy by Duckhorn, Sonoma, 2019US$14.00

Markham, Napa Valley, 2017US$16.00

Emmolo by Caymus, Napa, 2019US$20.00

Grgich Hills, Napa, 2019US$90.00

Duckhorn, Napa, 2018US$120.00

Rombauer, Napa, 2018US$95.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

William Hill Estate, North Coast, 2018US$14.00

Joel Gott 815, California, 2019US$15.00