Rin-Tei
$$ • Asian Fusion, Thai, Japanese
Hours:
104 S El Camino Real, San Mateo
(650) 558-8239
About Rin-Tei
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Hours
Monday | 5:30 - 11PM 11AM - 2:30PM |
Tuesday | Closed |
Wednesday | 5:30 - 11PM 11AM - 2:30PM |
Thursday | 11AM - 2:30PM 5:30 - 11PM |
Friday | 5:30 - 11PM 11AM - 3PM |
Saturday | 5:30 - 11PM 11AM - 3PM |
Sunday | 11AM - 3PM 5:30 - 10PM |
Rin-Tei is a cozy restaurant that serves a wide range of dishes, with each one expertly crafted. The chef, with extensive experience in Japan, skillfully combines ingredients to create flavors that complement each meal. The service is prompt, friendly, and well-trained, ensuring that customers feel comfortable and enjoy their dining experience.
The restaurant has a Japanese cafe vibe, featuring appealing aesthetics and background music. Customers have praised the fresh and carefully prepared dishes, which include a fusion of Thai and Japanese influences. The portions are just right, particularly the noodle soups like Beef Pho, which has a delicious braised oxtail broth. The restaurant also offers an eclectic drink menu, including Japanese craft beers.
While some customers have found certain dishes lacking in flavor or spice, many have enjoyed their meals, noting the delicious Beef Pho, kra pao with beef, and Cold Sesame TanTan Pho, which features springy noodles and crunchy garlic chips. The overall dining experience at Rin-Tei is highly regarded, with exceptional service and a warm, inviting atmosphere.