Roberta's Guidebook
Food scene
Half Moon Bay
Meza luna, Marimar, Sams Chowder house
All good eats
Fisherman's Wharf
2801 Leavenworth StScomas, Many good eating places on the Embarrcadero
Sightseeing
San Francisco
Walk or bike the bridge. Start early for least amount of crowds.
1321 locals recommend
Golden Gate Bridge
Golden Gate BridgeWalk or bike the bridge. Start early for least amount of crowds.
Local Dining
Great Thai food in Foster City.
Michelin rated.
Sweet Basil Thai Cuisine
3221 Mission StTasteful curry
Jack's Prime Burgers & Shakes
3723 S El Camino RealThe best hamburgers and milkshakes in town.
Best steak in town. I highly recommend this San Carlos restaurant. It’s a happening place and a destination for celebrations.
80 locals recommend
Town
716 Laurel StBest steak in town. I highly recommend this San Carlos restaurant. It’s a happening place and a destination for celebrations.
Neighborhood long time running Italian restaurant. Good food down to earth people, large bar.
LUCETI'S
109 West 25th AvenueNeighborhood long time running Italian restaurant. Good food down to earth people, large bar.
Good fresh italian dining, romantic setting. Booths and tables, white table clothes. Friendly staff.
6 locals recommend
La Lanterna
180 W 25th AveGood fresh italian dining, romantic setting. Booths and tables, white table clothes. Friendly staff.
The fish Market", on the water in San Mateo not far from our home lies the fishmarket. Indoor outdoor dining, fresh fish and other savory dishes. Top of market is closed but the main restaurant is open for business with an outdoor deck next to lagoon. happy hour on the weekends and weekdays.
19 locals recommend
Top of The Market - San Mateo
1855 S Norfolk StThe fish Market", on the water in San Mateo not far from our home lies the fishmarket. Indoor outdoor dining, fresh fish and other savory dishes. Top of market is closed but the main restaurant is open for business with an outdoor deck next to lagoon. happy hour on the weekends and weekdays.
Bay Watch San Mateo
201 2nd AveGreat breakfast spot in downtown San Mateo.
Spasso
769 Laurel StGreat Italian food, indoor outdoor dining.
Music
Great bar, night life, live music
F&S Restaurant
City advice
Getting around
Train at Hayward park station or Hillsdale station.
Sam Trans bus’s around town, uber and lift all around as well