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Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo, San Mateo, CA

Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo

3.9 (3042)
$30 and under
American
101 Hillsdale Shopping Center, San Mateo, CA 94403

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
Whether you’re chatting over a flavorful roasted chicken salad or sipping a merlot as your hand-cut blackened ribeye is mesquite grilled over a live fire, Paul Martin’s American Grill is the ideal place to impress or decompress. Located in the Hillsdale Shopping Center, our restaurant offers classic American cuisine set to a higher standard. Sink into plush seating in our polished yet welcoming dining room and experience the remarkable hospitality that makes dining with us an event.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or hosting a business meeting, we have the space for you. From menus to decor, we are happy to customize every detail to fit your needs.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    San Mateo
  • Cross street
    31st ave/El Camino Real
  • Parking details
    Free parking lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,042 people are saying

Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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3.9
3.9 based on recent ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.0Ambience
  • 3.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Paul Martin's American Grill in San Mateo delivers "fantastic service" and "delicious food" in a welcoming atmosphere. Standout dishes include the ribeye, shrimp tacos, and halibut. Though the menu is limited due to the restaurant's closing, patrons appreciate the "excellent mashed potatoes" and "wonderful service." A beloved spot for memorable dining experiences.
3,042 Reviews
  1. Stuart VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been enjoying joining a friend for lunch at Paul Martin's in San Mateo, Cal for a number of years and we are both very disappointed that the restaurant is closing. Having said that, the food and the ambiance are welcoming and we have enjoyed ourselves immensely there over the years. We want to make a call-out and offer special thanks for the very professional and friendly wait staff there - it's clear they all work well as a team and they have consistently made us feel welcome and well taken care of. They even remember, without being prompted, what our favorite items are and anything special that we have requested in the preparation and serving - which makes us feel very special. We will honestly miss seeing them and hope that the management team is supporting them in their professional transitions. We hope to welcome you back to the San Francisco Peninsula at some point. Thank you for very rewarding dining experiences!!

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  2. SUSAN

    San Francisco Bay Area46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Even on their next-to-last day of operation, the Hillsdale Paul Martin offered a flawless dining experience! For our swansong meal there, we had ribeyes all around! Juicy and delicious, they arrived accompanied by some excellent mashed potatoes. We started off with a garden salad which was always one of my favorites there, because of all the goodies in it - purple onion, cucumber and avocado, and mixed grape tomatoes cut in half. Our waiter was very nice and gave us wonderful service! We will truly miss you, Laul Martin’s. I hope you are able to find another property in San Mateo to occupy!

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  3. Mark

    Los Angeles8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Sadly closing Limited menu but service was great

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  4. Hans

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    2.0

    Dined on July 9, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    What is going on at Paul Martin? Really small menu, hardly any customers...

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  5. Catherine

    San Francisco Bay Area20 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on July 5, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The restaurant was nearly empty when we arrived. The staff was friendly. We ordered the French Dip and a hamburger. The hamburger was so messy with sauce it was hard to eat. It was “everywhere.” The French Dip was flavorless, bun not toasted. Everything needed salt for the French Dip. So disappointing. We were there for a Saturday lunch. The menu is really limited. We will not be returning.

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  6. Tom and Vicki VIP

    Greater Boston30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic dinner. We all ordered the halibut and it was delicious! Loved the Cajun fries and the Spicy Shrimp. And the desserts were just as good: chocolate cake and cheesecake. So sorry to see this restaurant come to a close. Lots of good times and good eats at Paul Martin’s in San Mateo.

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  7. Paul VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So sorry to hear this restaurant will be closing soon. We had a really great dinner here this evening, as with all the other times we've visited. Really a treasure that San Mateo will be losing.

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  8. Mike

    California Central Coast8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went on a Saturday and the menu did not offer many choices. No crab cake appetizer, no pastas, chicken parm etc. We enjoyed the Shrimp appetizer, the Cobb salads were were fresh, loaded with protein and delicious. Burger was a perfect medium well. The server was excellent

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  9. joan VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area9 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was subpar. Menu limited due to upcoming closing. 😢😷

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  10. Melissa

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Out of a lot of stuff, not a big menu and some of the food was cooked improperly

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FAQs

Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 212-7400.

Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo is rated 3.9 stars by 3042 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 1 time today
Google Map for Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo

101 Hillsdale Shopping Center, San Mateo, CA 94403

Additional information

  • Cross street
    31st ave/El Camino Real
  • Neighborhood
    San Mateo
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Free parking lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or hosting a business meeting, we have the space for you. From menus to decor, we are happy to customize every detail to fit your needs.
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