Chef Zhao Bistro
$$ • Chinese, Szechuan, Vegetarian
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2450 S El Camino Real, San Mateo
(650) 345-6288
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Hours
Monday | 5 - 9PM 11AM - 2PM |
Tuesday | 5 - 9PM 11AM - 2PM |
Wednesday | 11AM - 2PM 5 - 9PM |
Thursday | 5 - 9PM 11AM - 2PM |
Friday | 5 - 9PM 11AM - 2PM |
Saturday | 11AM - 2PM 5 - 9PM |
Sunday | 11AM - 2PM 5 - 9PM |
Chef Zhao Bistro offers consistently delicious Chinese cuisine with friendly and accommodating service. The menu features authentic dishes such as the Beef Sirloin Noodle and Mapo Tofu, which is vegetarian-friendly. The restaurant is known for serving fresh, high-quality ingredients in every dish, including the popular Kung Pao chicken, which is perfectly balanced with spice, sweetness, and wok aroma. Other favorites include boiled fish, stir-fried kidneys, chicken wings, and cumin spareribs. The soft tofu with crab meat is a standout, with a smooth texture and rich seafood flavor that many customers enjoy. The restaurant provides plenty of free street parking behind the building after 6 pm. Overall, Chef Zhao Bistro is a reliable choice for those seeking authentic, spicy Chinese food in the San Mateo area, with consistent quality and excellent service.