17 Best American Restaurants in San Carlos

Izzy's on the Peninsula Steak House • $$$
525 Skyway Rd, San Carlos

Customers` Favorites

Happy Hour Prime Rib w Izzy Potatoes and Green Beans
Filet Mignon Medallions Au Poivre
Chocolate Decadent Cake Slice
Chocolate Decadence Cake
New York Cheese Cake
Classic Caesar Salad
Cajun Chicken Pasta
Skirt Steak & Fries
Izzy's Own Potatoes
Chocolate Desert

“Lovely atmosphere & service was good. Recommend the bread, but know there's a charge for it (typically complimentary in TX steakhouses). They were out of prime rib, so we had the skirt steak with creamed spinach. Both were good, but the skirt steak had a teriyaki flavor, which I wasn't expecting. We also had the chicken picatta, & while it was good, it didn't have much of a typical lemon flavor, & it is only chicken & sauce on a plate. It has no pasta accompaniment, which is how we're accustomed to it being served. Overall, we were glad to try it, even though the food fell a little flat for us.“

3.7 Good163 Reviews
number5kitchen American • $$
663 Laurel St, San Carlos

Customers` Favorites

HMB Brussels Sprout
Wild Mushroom Pasta
8-Hour Bolognese
Pasta Bolognese
Squash Pizza
Burrata Salad

“I came here with a friend since they loved the chef, Henry!

Good:
- Henry was so fun to chat with! He gave us recommendations and also was just a personable person
- The food came out quickly
- The caprese squash salad was so good! I loved how the burrata was flavored with olive oil and squash had texture and crunch
- The breakfast pizza dish was amazing, huge portion sizes and also had so much on them
- The dessert tart was so good too - small but was just what hit the spot for me
- Cute outdoor vibe, we had a nice view of the street and it was a great sunny day

Bad:
- I thought that the bolognese dish was the least unique since it tasted good, but it tasted like what I could get at a high end Italian restaurant

Overall the experience was so fun! I like supporting local restaurants too“

4.6 Superb51 Reviews
The Refuge (San Carlos) Bar & Grill • $$
963 Laurel St, San Carlos

Customers` Favorites

Bacon & Bleu Cheese Burger San Carlos Only
Original Pastrami Chopped Salad
Half Reuben Sandwich Sandwich
Refuge Double Double Burger
Superlative Bread Pudding
Short Rib Barbacoa Nachos
Goofy Fries with Cheese
Western Cheesesteak
Pastrami Burger
Pastrami Reuben

“First time here we loved it! We tried the Pastrami Burger, Pastrami Salad and Cheesesteak De Arbol (sauce on the side it was like ?). The Pastrami burger is on my top list of burgers I've tried. If you love Pastrami you will love the salad, The cheese steak was delicious too. The bread pudding was worth the calories . We will definitely be back.“

4.4 Superb146 Reviews
Sky Kitchen American • $
620 Airport Way, San Carlos

Customers` Favorites

NY Steak N Eggs with Potatoes and Toast
California Benedict with Fruit Cup
Eggs Bacon Pancake Breakfast
Ham and Cheese Omelette
Caprese Avocado Toast
Turkey Tomato & Cheese
Breakfast Quesadilla
Chicken Fried Steak
Acapulco Omelette
Eggs Benedict

“awesome“

4.4 Superb85 Reviews
Bistro Mitte German Restaurant and Bar American • $$
749 Laurel St, San Carlos

Customers` Favorites

Prosciutto and Spinach Flatbread
Wild Mushroom Flatbread
Kobe Sliders and Fries
Crab and Artichoke Dip
Skirt Steak Flatbread
Chocolate Molten Cake
Ahi Tuna Poke Sliders
Risotto Rice Balls
Ceviche Clasico
Blind Tasting

“Best place to go after the holidays, nice service, excellent food and very tasty wine …“

4.2 Good55 Reviews
West Park Bistro American • $$
788 Laurel St, San Carlos

Customers` Favorites

Risotto Frutti Di Mare
Bacon Wrapped Dates
Kale and Beet Salad
Mixed Greens Salad
Airline Chicken GF
Seasonal Sorbet
Grilled Octopus
Wagyu Meatballs
Croque Madame
Lamb Shank GF

“As always, excellent food, service, and atmosphere. We’ve always been able to be seated in the wine room which definitely adds to the experience. This is our favourite restaurant in San Carlos. We have always come as a group of 5 and everyone has always left happy. Thanks to our server Engin tonight. He was excellent!“

4.1 Good123 Reviews
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Drakes

Drakes American • $$
1101 San Carlos Ave, San Carlos

Customers` Favorites

Avocado Toast with Smoked Salmon
Smoked Salmon Avocado Tours
Nashville Chicken& Waffles
Smoked Salmon Benedict
Fried Chicken & Waffles
California Benedict
Corned Beef Hash
Breakfast Burrito
Eggs Benedict
Crab Omelette

“Went on a hot afternoon, and it was really hot inside. The food was great,, the service was excellent! I'll be back on a cooler day for sure!

Dietary restrictions: Gluten-free is available for quite a few options on the menu.“

4 Good233 Reviews
Broiler Express American • $
895 Laurel St, San Carlos

Customers` Favorites

Bacon and Eggs and Toast with Coffee
Bacon and Eggs and French Toast
Pancakes Bacon Sausage and Eggs
Breakfast Burrito
New York Steak
Steak and Eggs
Sausage & Eggs
Hash Browns
Sandwich
Burgers

“Favorite family place...kids love it! ❤️“

3.7 Good67 Reviews
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Town

Town Steak House • $$$
716 Laurel St, San Carlos

Customers` Favorites

Cheesy Garlic Bread and Philly Cheese Steak Spring Rolls
French Toast with Banana and Chocolate Hazelnut Spread
Baseball Cut Filet Mignon
Six Layer Chocolate Cake
Someones Mom's Meatloaf
New Orleans BBQ Shrimp
Bread Pudding Dessert
Country Eggs Benedict
New York Steak Tacos
Bone in Ribeye Steak

“Great food but expensive. It was a great treat for me. I did enjoy it.“

4.5 Superb138 Reviews
Johnston's Saltbox New American • $$
1696 Laurel St, San Carlos

Customers` Favorites

Bacon Hash Brown Potatoes
Saltbox Ginger Lemonade
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Saltbox Salmon Scramble
Breakfast Sandwich
Spring Gem Salad
Steak and Potato
Saltbox Fall Hash
Huevos Rancheros
Steak and Eggs

“Friendly people and good food.“

4.5 Superb119 Reviews
The Omelette House Breakfast • $
66 El Camino Real, San Carlos

Customers` Favorites

Zesty Zeffery 3 Egg Omelette with Mushrooms Green Onion Cream Cheese
Vegetarian Mushrooms Onions Bell Pepper Tomatoes & Spinach
Omelette Hashbrowns Bacon and English Muffin
Linguica and Eggs with Hash Browns
Burger on Grilled Rye with Fries
Corn Beef and Hash with Eggs
Buttermilk Pancakes Stack
Crab Benedict 14 95
Biscuits and Gravy
Pancakes and Eggs

“This is the best, bar none, diner for comfort food priced right on the SF Peninsula. And, dont tell anyone, but ther servers and food is also the Peninsula's best. 5 stars & then some! P.S. Favs are Turkey melt for lunch & Biscuits & Gravy for breakfast - Get it with a one egg side... Also, the pancake combo will fill you up & is delicious!

Dietary restrictions: Just ask - they're great people working there.

Wheelchair accessibility: Yep“

4.5 Superb88 Reviews
The Cask Wine Bar Wine Bar • $$
782 Laurel St, San Carlos

Customers` Favorites

Baked Salmon over Yukon Gold Potatoes with Spinach and Capers
Salmon Cakes over Cucumber Onion and Cherry Tomatoes
Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel Sauce
Sweet Potato French Fries
Kobe Slider with Salad
San Carlos Burger
Large House Salad
Sausage Rigatoni
Caesar Salad
Calamari

“A SUPERB RESTAURANT. [Original] A SUPERB RESTAURANT.“

4.4 Superb82 Reviews
Rustic House Oyster Bar and Grill/San Carlos Bar & Grill • $$
920 El Camino Real, San Carlos

Customers` Favorites

Creamy Garlic Scallop & Pasta with Pancetta
Rustic House and Rosemary Grilled Oysters
Cheesy Garlic Bread with Dungeness Crab
Creamy Scallop Pasta with Pancetta
Boston New England Clam Chowder
Rustic Dungeness Crab Melt
Lobster Roll with Fries
Dungeness Crab Cakes
Fanny Bay Oysters
Grilled Artichoke

“Hosted an event in the Rustic Room adjacent to the main restaurant. Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages, with passed appetizers and flatbreads. Guests remarked on the good quality of the drinks and food, and the service was friendly, professional, and excellent. Particular kudos to the lead event contact, Barbara, who was patient and thoughtful about organizing everything for a great evening. Would strongly recommend for your event, unless I want to book a repeat event, in which case I have dibs.“

4.3 Superb262 Reviews
Stamp Bar & Grill Bar & Grill • $$
773 Laurel St, San Carlos

Customers` Favorites

Filet Mignon Steak Quesadilla
Flourless Chocolate Cake
Rib Eye Steak Sandwich
Oxtail Stew
Quesadillas
Ceviche
Salad

“Fantastic night! Enjoyed Sema and her hospitality tremendously!“

4.2 Good58 Reviews
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PRANZI

PRANZI Italian • $$
777 Laurel St, San Carlos

Customers` Favorites

Crab and Shrimp Ravioli with Vodka Sauce
Homemade Shrimp & Crab Ravioli
Squid Ink Spaghetti
Buratta Bruschetta
Truffle Gnocchi
Pan Seared Sole
Shishito Pepper
Calamari Fritti
Pennette Vodka
Veal Picatta

“The pasta at Pranzi is fantastic. It's homemade (or so it seems) and tastes extremely fresh. I had the lasagna and it was very tasty. My friends had the spaghetti bolognese and the conchiglie, both were very happy with their dishes. The portion size is good, we all had leftovers. They bring you focaccia bread and oil/balsamic vinegar before your meal as well. The service was great. Great neighborhood spot on Laurel Street in San Carlos.“

4.1 Good131 Reviews
The Office Bar & Grill • $$
1748 El Camino Real, San Carlos

Customers` Favorites

The Office Chicken Cobb Salad
Morning After Burger
Beer Cheese Fondue
Baked Mac & Cheese
Portobello Burger
Jalapeno Poppers
Chicken Salad
Chicken Fried
Cheese Burger
Garlic Fries

“Great venue! Fabulous staff! Be there!!“

4 Good82 Reviews
Jersey Joe's Cheesesteaks • $
21 El Camino Real, San Carlos

Customers` Favorites

Rolling Rock Beer Battered Fish and Chips
Mushroom Cheese Steak with Garlic Fries
Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich
Beer Battered Onion Rings
Jersey Joe's Cheesesteak
Garlic Parmesan Fries
Original Cheesesteak
Mushroom Cheesesteak
Chicken Cheesesteak
Cheese Steak Hoagie

“Definitely worth the drive everytime.“

3.9 Good182 Reviews