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The Barrel Bistro & Wine Bar, San Mateo, CA

The Barrel Bistro & Wine Bar

4.7
4.7
369 Reviews
$30 and under
French American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
  • Great for fine wines
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighbourhood gem
The Barrel Bistro and Wine Bar welcomes everyone with selective wines selection and many pairings superbly with a wide variety of cuisine. With selective cheeses and charcutiers, hundreds of different wines, seafood,
and meats.The Barrel Bistro&Wine Bar attracts colleagues for a drink after work, business dinners, a quick bite or drink before a show, late night revelers, families for Sunday brunch and more.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French American, Spanish, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 15:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 15:00–22:30
  • Phone number
    (650) 445-7250
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Edwin Steve
  • Area
    San Mateo
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 369 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Peninsula

    Great for fine wines

  • Peninsula

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Barrel Bistro & Wine Bar offers a delightful dining experience with "exceptional food and service." Guests rave about the diverse menu, featuring dishes like lobster risotto and chicken parmigiana. The wine list is "outstanding," and the cocktails are well-crafted. While some find indoor noise levels high, the outdoor seating is a charming alternative.

369 Reviews
  1. Janice

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Restaurant was bustling and lively with a great, warm atmosphere. Food was really good and the servers were very professional and attentive. Only comment is that it was super loud, we could hardly hear each other at a table of four. But good for them that they were so crowded! I totally recommend it, just know it may not be quiet.

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  2. Judi

    San Francisco

    66 reviews

    4.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    our first time here -- lunch. We had calamari that was tender and not overly breaded-- like that ! And the prosciutto, arugula flatbread - also a winner. Service was attentive but allowed us to enjoy our visit together. would definitely come back. YUM

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  3. Candace

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 23 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and amazing atmosphere! Really great. Will come again.

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  4. Darcy

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 22 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent. We had the Lamb Burgers. Best I've ever had!

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  5. Terence

    New Orleans

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great location, beautiful outdoor patio. Food was excellent and lots of variety. Enjoyed the filet minion flatbread, & the dry aged ribeye. Service was awesome. Very attentive and polite. Great variety of libations. Lots of great wines to select from

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious! Enjoyed the imported flight and the 2 person meat plate!! It was a little loud but totally understandable!

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  7. Judy

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 29 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our family of four always have a great experience here. Great food, great ambiance, a bit pricey.

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  8. Lisa

    San Francisco

    61 reviews

    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on 29 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Saturday night date spot! Delicious fresh branzino, nice live music and lovely service.

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  9. Stephen

    San Francisco

    68 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    68 reviews

    Dined on 29 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Too loud indoors. Can’t carry on a civil conversation. The background music beat added to the cacophony.

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  10. Joseph

    San Francisco

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Had an excellent dinner for 8 people including one toddler. The service was excellent. The cocktails and wine were very good. The food ranged from good (ribeye, beef ravioli) to excellent (bacon cheeseburger). We ate indoors and the noise level was high but that was fine for a casual family dinner. Parking was challenging in downtown SM so must plan travel/ parking time appropriately.

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FAQs

The Barrel Bistro & Wine Bar does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. The Barrel Bistro & Wine Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 445-7250.

The Barrel Bistro & Wine Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 369 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Barrel Bistro & Wine Bar

246 S B St, San Mateo, CA 94401-4018

Additional information

  • Area
    San Mateo
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 15:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 15:00–22:30
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French American, Spanish, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Edwin Steve
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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