Izakaya Mai

212 2nd Ave, San Mateo
(650) 347-2511

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Prithviraj Deshmukh

They have a big menu, lots of options, sushi rolls were tasty and the curry rice was good, classic taste. Solid options for drinks, their house hot sake was very good, would recommend.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 3

Daffy

This place has good potential! But I feel like they need more servers. I went to take out some family visiting and we had to ask for cups 3 times for water. The food was such a long wait that we just had to cancel for the rest and got our check. I honestly felt bad for the servers as we only saw 2. It seemed like they kinda prioritized the bigger groups upstairs more. There was people waiting for a table and left cus they never got seated. I get that they are busy but have more workers for your costumers

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 4

Service: 2

Christian Juarez

The food is incredible, staff is always super sweet, and the atmosphere is so cute. It also doesn't hurt that it's the only place open late on a Sunday night in San Mateo.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Akanksha Tyagi

The okonomiyaki was truly not cooked through. It was tasted awful. I wouldn’t recommend this place.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 5

Sergio C Rodriguez

I pop in once in a while, and I always like to switch up my order. I've tried their Izakaya Original Champon, their Japanese Katsu Curry Rice, and, of course, they have a huge menu of sushi rolls—I've honestly enjoyed everything so far. The staff is usually pretty attentive, which is definitely a nice bonus.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ashley Munteanu

Our go-to place for sashimi. Always fresh and delicious. Excellent smoked fish, seaweed salad, and tofu tapas. We order the Combo B and enjoy every bite, every time.

Zohaib Patoli

It's like a dive bar & a Japanese spot had a kid. The service is amazing, no frills type of joint. Food was amazing, can't go wrong with anything you order here. Got the chicken teriyaki as a app (even though I don't like thigh meat, this was delicious), lion king is my favorite roll here and don't skip the Yaki Udon.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Danielle Roberts

First time coming, loved the food! ♡♡ good customer service. Planning to come again.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Alex Zelaya

Yummy food and stays open late for night owels

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

fikret avcı

Sullen and unprofessional servers. It was a bad experience.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 2

Service: 1

Margo

overcooked & no water added

Food: 2

Service: 2

Zach B

By far, and I mean by far the worst ramen I've ever had. Noodles right from fridge, broth luke warm and pork seemed boiled and dry. Zero care whatsoever put into the food.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Jeff Bedrick

Reliable sushi place in San Mateo that stays open late. The place was full at 9:45 on Wednesday night but i didn't have to wait for a small table. No frills service but decent sushi at decent prices with no fuss.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 4

Service: 2

Victor Karaboychev

Japanese curry was very good and filling

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Wei-Ai Tai

Longstanding Izakaya restaurant located in downtown San Mateo. Surprisingly large menu of grill meats, fried tapas, curry rice bowls, nigiri, and lots of sushi rolls. Good casual place to hang out with friends. Fast and efficient service. Parking takes some time to find, but several parking lots within a 5 minute walk.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 4

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