18 Best Italian Restaurants in San Mateo

Pausa Bar & Cookery Italian • $$$
223 E 4th Ave, San Mateo

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House Selection of Cheese
Wagyu Beef Bistro Tender
House Made Focaccia
Roasted Bone Marrow
Housemade Focaccia
Carnaroli Risotto
Saffron Casarecce
Margherita Pizza
Duck Leg Confit
Pizza Margherita

“Cocktails and Wagyu - soooo good!“

4.3 Superb294 Reviews
Vespucci Ristorante Italiano Italian • $$
147 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Scaloppine Di Vitello Veal Scaloppini
Black Ink Spaghetti Alla Vespucci
Fettuccine Alla Boscaiola
Ravioli Ricotta E Spinaci
Spaghetti Alla Bolognese
Bruschetta Alla Vespucci
Cannoli Alla Siciliana
Gnocchi Al Gorgonzola
Petrale Sole Piccata
Spaghetti Carbonara

“Take-out dinner for four adults and one toddler. High-quality, authentic Italian. Excellent homemade pasta, including pillowy spinach-ricotta ravioli. Flavorful chicken dish with roast potatoes my husband, who avoids dairy, loved: "Pollo alla Calabrese." Warm reception taking the order over the phone, as well as upon my arrival. The bread we were given to accompany was unexpectedly traditional French, with a slight sourdough note -- tasted freshly baked. Do not miss the light & airy tiramisu for dessert!“

4.7 Superb169 Reviews
La Lanterna Ristorante Italian • $$
180 W 25th Ave, San Mateo

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The Bread and Olive Oil Alone Is Great
Linguini Con Vongole
Linguine Con Vongole
Carpaccio Di Manzo
Homemade Gnocchi
Calamari Fritti
Burrata Caprese
Bread Pudding
Caesar Salad
Bruschetta

“Amazing service. Great food. Awesome staff! Can’t recommend it more highly.“

4.6 Superb109 Reviews
Sapore Express Italian • $$
125 E 4th Ave, San Mateo

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Scialatelli Alla Amatriciana
Pappardelle Alla Bolognese
Ravioli Ricotta E Spinaci
Tagliolini Alle Vongole
Arugula Beet Salad
Guazzetto Di Cozze
Calamari Fritti
Bruschetta
Tiramisu
Sauce

“The BEST Italian restaurant we’ve found in the Bay Area! The freshest pasta with amazing flavor, and excellent and quick service. We can’t wait to be back!

Kid-friendliness: We brought a toddler and an infant and loved the low-key atmosphere of the restaurant, it felt very kid-friendly to us! They had high chairs too, and of course, our toddler loved the pasta and the bread with dip!!“

4.6 Superb106 Reviews
Ravioli House Italian • $
505 S B St, San Mateo

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Traditional Meat Ravioli with Pesto Sauce
Brisket Pastrami Sandwich
East Coast on Dutch Crunch
Black Forest Ham Sandwich

“We had the meat ravioli with bolognese sauce and a meatloaf sandwich on a soft roll. Both were fantastic. Highly recommend visiting. Parking was easy and cheap.

Vegetarian options: Cheese Ravioli, Squash Ravioli.

Parking: There are many in front as well as directly across the street.“

4.7 Superb63 Reviews
LUCETI'S on 25th Italian • $$
109 W 25th Ave, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Spaghetti with Meatballs
Fettuccine Luceti
Chicken Carbonara
Hot Fudge Sundae
Fried Calamari
Veal Scaloppini
Wedge Salad
Table Decor
Lava Cake
Ravioli

“Lunch was delicious! We came a little late 1:45 pm but we weren't rushed. I don't have much of an appetite, even when I'm hungry, took half of my lunch home. Better the second time around!
Definitely would recommend. We'll be going back!“

4.5 Superb110 Reviews
Sole Ristorante Italiano Italian • $$
69 37th Ave, San Mateo

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Complimentary Bread and Dipping Sauce with All Orders
Spicy Italian Sausage over Spaghetti
Gnocchi Tartufati Vegetarian
Tiramisu Cake and Ice Cream
Pappardelle Alla Bolognese
Pasta with Tomato Sauce
Bruschetta Al Pomodoro
Tagliolini Con Gamberi
Linguine Alle Vongole
Seafood Fra Diavolo

“Nice all the time“

4.5 Superb92 Reviews
Peninsula Italian American Social Club Italian • $$
100 N B St, San Mateo

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Seafood Pasta

“Great people. First class bocce ball and facility“

4.5 Superb21 Reviews
Fiero Caffe Cafe • $
106 S El Camino Real, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Smoked Salmon Omelet with Goat Cheese
Croissant Ham and Cheese
Spinach Ricotta Ravioli
Vegetarian Pesto Panini
Smoked Salmon Omelette
Spaghetti Carbonara
Penne Salmon Pasta
Spaghetti Meatballs
Chicken Parmigana
Eggplant Parmesan

“Deliciously clean and fresh ingredients with simple homemade recipes.

Can't wait to come back for more...

Don't forget to try the homemade tiramisu as well.

Oh and the coffee is delicious as well.“

4.8 Superb100 Reviews
Tomatina Italian • $$
401 S B St, San Mateo

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Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo with Alfredo Sauce
Tomatina's Signature Garlic Rolls
Pizza with Mozzarella and Sauce
Mama's Spaghetti and Meatballs
Baked Penne Bolognese
Calamari Fritti
Apple Crisp
Bruschetta
Lasagna
Italian

“friendly atmosphere, quick service, really good food!“

4 Good89 Reviews
Rainbow Pizza Pizza • $$
112 De Anza Blvd, San Mateo

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Spaghetti with Meatballs and Meat Sauce
Chicken Carbonara and Garlic Bread
Double Bacon Cheeseburger
Greek-American Pizza
Chicken Caesar Salad
Shrimp Caesar Salad
Greek Island Salad
Tzatziki and Fries
Linguine and Clams
Meatball Spaghetti

“Best pizza in the Bay Area!“

4.6 Superb108 Reviews
Mr Burrito Man Pizza • $$
201 E 4th Ave, San Mateo

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Quesadilla
4.5 Superb40 Reviews
Mr Pizza Man San Mateo Pizza • $$
201 E 4th Ave, San Mateo

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BBQ Chicken Pizza - 16 Inch
Pepperoni & Sausage Pizza
Peninsula Special
Combination Pizza
Garlic Bread
Mr Pizza Man
Cheese Pizza
BBQ Wings
Tiramisu
Sauce

“Mr.pizza Man is by far one of the best pizza places on the peninsula. There are so many different pizzas places on the peninsula. I sometimes try other pizza places but always come back to Mr.pizza man! They always use quality ingredients their customer service is great and their pizza just is delicious. The Mozzarella cheese they use is top notch plus I love their crust. Not to thick bit not to thin..perfection!!“

4.4 Superb73 Reviews
Pasta Italiano Pizza •
201 E 4th Ave, San Mateo
4.5 Superb21 Reviews
Pizza My Heart Pizza • $
140 E 4th Ave, San Mateo

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Pizza Suprime Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza
Pepperoni and Mushroom Slice of Pizza
Cheese Pizza Slice
Hawaiian Pizza
Big Sur Pizza
Bread Stix
Old

“Best pizza in the bay. A+++++++“

3.8 Good37 Reviews
America's House Mexican • $
1440 Cary Ave, San Mateo

Customers` Favorites

Pupusas with Chicken and Beef
Our Place Super Nachos
Huevos Rancheros
Caldo De Pollo
Chicken Soup
Pupusa Plate
Caldo de Res
Sopes Plate

“Good food . Different style of pancakes which is very yummy . Breakfast items are good and filling and good price . They have menu items of American , Italian, Salvadorian and Mexican and combinations . Its tucked away in a corner and hope more people come here to enjoy a different style and combinations of food . They also serve breakfast all day . The atmosphere is a very neighborly atmosphere. We had breakfast and also took some lunch and soup to go . Will visit again .“

3.3 Good35 Reviews

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Fettuccine Alfredo

“Our server Laura is very polite, friendly and attentive. We ordered seafood pasta, margherita pizza, pepperoni pizza and meatballs sandwich. Food is good and delicious.“

3.6 Good71 Reviews
Tastee Grill Mediterranean • $
1001 Park Pl, San Mateo

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Hummus with Ground Beef
Chicken Shawarma
Green Hot Sauce
Classic Hummus
Falafel Plate V
Pita Sandwich
Falafel Plate
Schnitzel
Salad
Wrap

“The food is incredibly good, fresh and tasty. The service is excellent. The Village maze plate was fabulous and the portions are generous. The price is low compared to other restaurants in the area.“

3.1 Average65 Reviews

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