Cosy Italian café with great foodOrdered a risotto with salmon. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the risotto is also tasty. I heard that they served really good desserts which were not on the menu. The coffee price is also affordable. Will definitely come back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Tourist Trip
Cute, pricier local cafe. The owner knows his customers and Italian can be heard around the shop.
Barbara Erhard
Ist time here and impressed. Wanted coffee in a real cup and almond croissant and stayed for the ambiance! Italian music playing in the background and a window seat to view the creek. Talk about relaxing ☺️ A lot of locals here so I know they've found a great spot!!!They offer breakfast and lunch, will have to try these another time. Can imagine this spot with the umbrellas on a summer morning. Give it a try ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Herbert Rubin
Best Italian food in the area. The owner is from Italy and it shows in the flavorful food he serves. The eggplant parmesan reminds me of what I used to get in New York City and it will melt in your mouth.
Our all time favorite coffee shop that is apart of our morning routine. Amazing food, coffee and service, 10/10
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spaghetti Carbonara, Croissant Ham and Cheese, Spinach Ricotta Ravioli, Sicilian
larry nicholas
Great morning
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sicilian
Karthic Nadarajan
We went there at 7.10am after dropping parents off at the airport. Full menu was available within 20 mins. The owner is amazing , very warm and welcoming. The interiors are well appointed, bright and clean.We had the marsala chicken and a grilled chicken sandwich. Both of the dishes were phenomenal and I would 100% visit again. Drop by this place you will not want to miss it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sachin Deshpande
This place is awesome. Great coffee and food (bfast, lunch, and dinner)… and cool (European/Italian) atmosphere. We come here all the time, and have noticed how much love the owner - originally from Silcily/Milan puts in every detail of the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael H
took me back to Italy , Filippo created this great atmosphere.Does not disappoint! Everyone including the staff are super
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Benjamin Halkeer
Great food and drinks l, nice atmosphere, staff is nice, and service is amazing.
Great atmosphere, amazing and hard working staff. Really happy that i found this beautiful gem. Filippo is just always happy and welcoming everyone, you will see him every day they are open.A must go place in san Mateo for the best Italian experience. Coffee reminds me of real Italian coffee from Italy and the food is always fresh.I have been going to this spot for about 6 month and very hard not to go back... (like everyday they are open haha).Would really recommend giving a try to this local business.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Arian Verzella
Great quality, makes me feel at home. Bravi!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
LK B
I went here because I was interested in visiting the local coffee shops in my area. Little did I know that this place would top my last favorite place by a large margin. When I walked in there are these huge windows and the place is light and airy. There are obvious friends that were laughing and talking with the owner. When I ordered my coffee the owner came to answer a question I had between two of his drinks. They brought the coffee to me. When I had my first sip, I had a euphoric moment. I was in a negative headspace and this got me to see a new perspective. The experience and the quality of coffee is phenomenal. At the end, I didn’t need to find a bin to put the cup away. This makes the total experience a 12/10. Parking is difficult, but with good reason.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Mark Kitaoka
A lovely spot for pastries or food. The NY steak was delicious. The owner is great.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sail Bee
When I placed my order with my choice of substitution of half & half cream for my coffee, I felt as if I am asking them a favor. Of course they did not have Heavy Cream & they had to joke about "No heavy, fattening!" I don't know why they have to be that bossy when their customer have such simple question or request.Dietary restrictions: They don't have Heavy Cream for someone who's on Keto / Carnivore Diet.
Cosy Italian café with great foodOrdered a risotto with salmon. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the risotto is also tasty. I heard that they served really good desserts which were not on the menu. The coffee price is also affordable. Will definitely come back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cute, pricier local cafe. The owner knows his customers and Italian can be heard around the shop.
Ist time here and impressed. Wanted coffee in a real cup and almond croissant and stayed for the ambiance! Italian music playing in the background and a window seat to view the creek. Talk about relaxing ☺️ A lot of locals here so I know they've found a great spot!!!They offer breakfast and lunch, will have to try these another time. Can imagine this spot with the umbrellas on a summer morning. Give it a try ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Italian food in the area. The owner is from Italy and it shows in the flavorful food he serves. The eggplant parmesan reminds me of what I used to get in New York City and it will melt in your mouth.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spaghetti Meatballs, Penne Salmon Pasta, Chicken Parmigana
Our all time favorite coffee shop that is apart of our morning routine. Amazing food, coffee and service, 10/10
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spaghetti Carbonara, Croissant Ham and Cheese, Spinach Ricotta Ravioli, Sicilian
Great morning
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sicilian
We went there at 7.10am after dropping parents off at the airport. Full menu was available within 20 mins. The owner is amazing , very warm and welcoming. The interiors are well appointed, bright and clean.We had the marsala chicken and a grilled chicken sandwich. Both of the dishes were phenomenal and I would 100% visit again. Drop by this place you will not want to miss it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is awesome. Great coffee and food (bfast, lunch, and dinner)… and cool (European/Italian) atmosphere. We come here all the time, and have noticed how much love the owner - originally from Silcily/Milan puts in every detail of the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
took me back to Italy , Filippo created this great atmosphere.Does not disappoint! Everyone including the staff are super
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and drinks l, nice atmosphere, staff is nice, and service is amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Salmon Omelette, Smoked Salmon, Vegetarian Pesto
Restaurantji Recommends
Great atmosphere, amazing and hard working staff. Really happy that i found this beautiful gem. Filippo is just always happy and welcoming everyone, you will see him every day they are open.A must go place in san Mateo for the best Italian experience. Coffee reminds me of real Italian coffee from Italy and the food is always fresh.I have been going to this spot for about 6 month and very hard not to go back... (like everyday they are open haha).Would really recommend giving a try to this local business.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great quality, makes me feel at home. Bravi!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I went here because I was interested in visiting the local coffee shops in my area. Little did I know that this place would top my last favorite place by a large margin. When I walked in there are these huge windows and the place is light and airy. There are obvious friends that were laughing and talking with the owner. When I ordered my coffee the owner came to answer a question I had between two of his drinks. They brought the coffee to me. When I had my first sip, I had a euphoric moment. I was in a negative headspace and this got me to see a new perspective. The experience and the quality of coffee is phenomenal. At the end, I didn’t need to find a bin to put the cup away. This makes the total experience a 12/10. Parking is difficult, but with good reason.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
A lovely spot for pastries or food. The NY steak was delicious. The owner is great.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
When I placed my order with my choice of substitution of half & half cream for my coffee, I felt as if I am asking them a favor. Of course they did not have Heavy Cream & they had to joke about "No heavy, fattening!" I don't know why they have to be that bossy when their customer have such simple question or request.Dietary restrictions: They don't have Heavy Cream for someone who's on Keto / Carnivore Diet.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2