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Woodside Bakery & Cafe
Woodside Bakery & Cafe

Woodside Bakery & Cafe Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Elegant
  • Website: http://woodsidebakery.com/#/HOME-01-00/
  • Phone: (650) 851-0812
  • Hours of Operation: Breakfast: Saturday - Sunday: 7:00am - 2:30pm; Lunch: Daily: 11:00am - 4:00pm; Dinner: Daily: 4:00pm - 9:00pm; Brunch: Saturday - Sunday: 7:00am - 2:30pm
  • Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: Californian, Italian
  • Dress Code: Casual Dress
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Beer, Counter Seating, Fireplace, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Catering: We design a menu with the client, prepare and pack up for pick up by the client. We can also deliver, but do not offer full-service catering at this time.
  • Private Party Facilities: Our beautiful outdoor patio dining area seats up to 60 guests, with a fireplace and heaters. This area can be reserved in its entirety or a portion reserved to accommodate a smaller party of guests. The entire restaurant, with a capacity of 95, can also be reserved, depending on the date required.
  • Private Party Contact: Jan Sweyer (650) 851-7247
  • Entertainment: Occasional live music offered in the summer months. Announcements made in advance.

Getting there

  • Cross Street: Canada Road
  • Public Transit: The Town of Woodside does not have public transportation available outside of taxi cab service.
  • Parking: No
  • Parking Details: Public parking lots surround our restaurant both front and back.
A word from Woodside Bakery & Cafe
We are located in the beautiful Town of Woodside, offering upscale casual dining featuring outdoor patio with fireplace and heaters.
We feature Italian-American Cuisine of fresh seafood, natural meats from Niman Ranch, abundant salads and an array of homemade pasta and vegetarian dishes. Our… famous thin-crust pizzas, mussels and other dishes are baked in our wood-burning oven. We use local, natural, sustainable ingredients and our first crop of heirloom tomatoes, fresh herbs and beans is on its way from our own gardens.
We are the proud recipients of 2008, 2009, 2010 Wine Spectator Awards for our excellent wine selections and are the Peninsula's People's Choice for "Best Bakery" and "Best Desserts", as well as the Regional Taster's Choice "Best Pizza".
Our full-service European Bakery offers an full array of pastries, cookies, pies, cakes, wedding and other custom cakes and desserts.
We're the perfect venue for booking your next special event!
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners
  • Diners' Choice WinnerGreat for Brunch
  • Diners' Choice WinnerGreat for Lunch
  • Diners' Choice WinnerOutdoor Dining
Diner Reviews
  • "Booking was easily done online, parking space was available nearby. We could sit outside to enjoy the sunshine while we had brunch, that was lovely for a morning. The menu had enough choices that we couldn't choose all that we wanted to try, the food came in a timely manner and the service from the staff was excellent! Got a little noisier past noon when the families with kids came along, but it was a great place for couples to start the day trip!"
    Dined on 3/8/2014
  • "This place is normally pretty decent. I like the risotto when not dieting. They obviously burned my wife's apple crisp though which isn't a crime in and of itself, but they tried to pass it off anyway with a disclaimer. Needless to say after tasting, this was sent back. I actually prefer the old menu and the old management better. For a better dining experience, try Bucks next door."
    Dined on 7/28/2013
  • "Had a salad with salmon for lunch, tasted great. Indoors is noisy for a lunch meeting, but the patio in the back was nice. Would be great for brunch or a coffee break."
    Dined on 2/27/2014
  • "This is a special place combining the atmosphere and aromas of a bakery/pastry shop with the sophistication of a fine but casual restaurant. Good wine list and an assortment of local brews on draft. I would go back for the bread...small rounds of hot, fresh artisan bread. Salads and apps were great and my Scampi with Risotto was outstanding. Good assortment of entrees and excellent pizzas. We left our table to step into the pastry area to select our desert. Best blueberry pie with crumble crust served with ice cream was a wonderful finish to a pleasant evening."
    Dined on 2/24/2014
  • "Fantastic food as always. We ate outside under the heaters which was enjoyable as always. The Salmon was excellent. The clam linguine was good although al dente."
    Dined on 2/21/2014
  • "We had a nice lunch. The place was really busy, luckily we had a reservation. The food was very good. I ordered a chicken sandwich on ciabatta, but it came on sliced white sourdough. The waiter blamed another waiter saying they gave my sandwich to someone else which was a lie. I changed the menu sandwich by adding avocado and holding tomato--that is not how it ususally comes. My sandwich had the wrong bread but all the other stuff I changed. Being lied to soured my experience. Just aopologize and makeit right don't lie to your customers!"
    Dined on 2/16/2014
  • "Seeing the cloud-covered sky and the black birds waiting on the roof plus wonderful warm mushroom spinach soup made lunch so special. The heaters were just right . The salad dressing on the cranberry apple choice was perfect. We loved it!"
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "I will preface this by saying we were not the best diners. It was hard to find parking so I was waiting for my friend for about 10 minutes. But the server didn't check on us at all during the meal. I also think my egg dish was supposed to come with toast and potatoes, but he never brought them. He came to pick up the bill and I hadn't signed yet, he looked irritated and sulked off never to be seen again."
    Dined on 2/9/2014
  • "We really enjoyed our brunch here. The place is a bit cramped, but the staff was warm and welcoming. We made reservations for 9:30 and didn't really need them, but if you come at 10am or after, there could be a long line. The bakery has walk up seating, but it appears that large groups (there was a running group and cycling group when we were there) that took up most of the communal tables. The menu offers a nice variety of breakfast options and the complimentary 'bread' is wonderful. It's more like a Yorkshire pudding, so with the melting butter and homemade jam, it's delightful! I very much enjoyed my omelet and my husband liked his frittata. It was a bit 'flatter' than what he's used to, but it was fresh and tasty!"
    Dined on 2/9/2014
  • "In the future, would request indoor seating for dinner, especially during the winter. The heat lamps were not working properly and it was very uncomfortable to enjoy what turned out to be a delicious dinner. Someone did try to work on them but were not fully successful. This was our first time for dinner, having had lunch here many times. The service was very slow although it did appear that they were short staffed but with the cold air, heaters not working properly and slow service it was rather disappointing. We did request to come inside to have our dessert as this was a birthday celebration. We were immediately seated inside and dessert was exceptional."
    Dined on 2/1/2014
  • "Had a very enjoyable brunch/lunch with friends. The patio is great - we could hear each other. Food very good. We took our time as it was a special occasion, but were not rushed. Waitress very attentive."
    Dined on 2/1/2014
  • "Second time here. Another great dinner. Pizza is EXCELLENT! Awesome homemade bread to die for. Had the special Skirt Steak was fantastic!! Love this place!!"
    Dined on 1/29/2014
  • "The food is good overall. However, we had a table very close to the cooking area which was loud. I'd like to try the outdoor dining next time."
    Dined on 1/28/2014
  • "Always wonderful! Warm and cosy inside during the winter, delightful outside in the warmer weather. If the evening cools quickly, the heat lamps will take care of you. My husband and I have never had a disappointing meal, neither have any of the friends who sometimes join us. Try it!"
    Dined on 1/2/2014
  • "Perfect meeting spot when you are coming from the North to meet friends from Siilicon Valley. The host was very accommodating to changing my reservation time and group size. We had freshly baked bread upon arrival that was the best! Then we each ordered a unique dish an everyone was more than satisfied with their fresh pasta, fish and risotto. A bottle of Rombauer and too many desserts to chose from made for a perfect evening for our party of six."
    Dined on 1/24/2014
  • "Had heard of WB and reserved to meet an elderly cousin I had not seen in more than 40 years. She was visiting her daughter who suggested it as nice & convenient for all of us. We were shown to a table on the patio with no time to peruse the menu before being asked to order. Waiter returned very disgruntled at the delay. After a little over an hour during which dishes were removed brusquely before others finished, the waiter moved a table right next to us - making it hard to get out and we "got the clue" to leave! Our feeling was:that because we didn't order wine, or specialty coffee drinks, and maybe because two of us were elderly and not glamorous Woodside, affluent matrons, we weren't welcome. True restaurant of class, do not do this!"
    Dined on 1/22/2014
  • "Our waiter was not attentive and I never got my food to eat with my 2 other guests. I blame the waiter. I have been here before and it was fine."
    Dined on 1/18/2014
  • "We came for lunch. It was great service nice. We were going to Filoli after. I will try the restaurant again. I don't know why I haven't frequented it sooner"
    Dined on 12/6/2013
  • "We have been going to the Woodside Bakery & Cafe forever and have always found the meals satiating and enjoyable. The restaurant is small - there is an outside area that is nice in the spring and summer - so it can get very noisy. Despite the frequency of happy diners we find that it is an enjoyable choice for dinner with our children, friends or just ourselves. The soups are savory and the salads fresh and tasty. The pastas are delicious and they have a wonderful pizza oven. For a casual but satisfying meal I highly recommend the Woodside Bakery & Cafe."
    Dined on 1/9/2014
  • "Great good and great back patio especially in the summertime!"
    Dined on 1/7/2014
  • "I love the lovely informal atmosphere at this upbeat bistro in beautiful Woodside. Service and food are always excellent."
    Dined on 1/4/2014
  • "Staff was helpful in moving outdoor heaters closer to patrons who wanted more warmth on a cool winter day and large umbrellas to provide shade from bright sun. Outdoor seating was the better option. Indoor tables were too close together."
    Dined on 12/20/2013
  • "The baked goods is absolutely delicious, my favorites are the elephant ears and the macaron cookies. The dining experience is just as good, food is quick and home style. The service is always great."
    Dined on 12/8/2013
  • "Service and cuisine are variable depending upon who is managing the place, both in terms of service and food. It's a reliable local place. Never "bad" -- always a convenient alternative to cooking at home or bringing in take-out food."
    Dined on 12/5/2013
  • "We booked reservation on Open Table and since I did not know one had to specify inside or outside table, we were seated seated in the outside portion of the cafe. Too cold & the heaters were not working, so we requested an inside table. The hostess stated that I had not specified inside, there was not one table available so we were seated in the crowded bakery area. One half hour later, we asked for the manager, who did quickly find a inside table for us. Two suggestions, first the hostess should have been able to do the same thing that the manager did customer happy and Open Table web site should note that if one needs to specify inside or outside reservations for this restuarant"
    Dined on 12/3/2013
  • "An interesting menu, not so well executed. Service was generally friendly and prompt. Brie appetizer was terrific. Asian chicken salad was mostly cabbage and without any flavor. Spinach salad was overdressed."
    Dined on 12/1/2013
  • "I've been here before, made reservations, but was not seating out in the patio, I did not request it, but that is where everyone wants to sit. Inside was HOT, NOISY, and was hard to hold a conversation. They also did not have some items available on their menu, like a Cabrese salad?. The waiter didn't even advise an alternative so one guest was stuck trying to come up with something else. The quiche is wonderful!!!highly recommend it."
    Dined on 12/1/2013
  • "We sat outside and it was freezing. I thought the heaters would cover all of us. There were 6 of us and we sat under the red awning. NO heat and all of us left frozen including the men. Seating outside does not work in the winter. One more thing, what is with the TV? Seems so odd during dinner and out doors. A Good thing at the bar but dinner is a time to spend together not watch TV. Nice place during the summer months but winter needs to be indoors or get a lot more heaters."
    Dined on 11/23/2013
  • "Perfect place for a mom to bring two daughters for a perfect lunch experience. Food was very good...Nest time I hope we have room for the fabulous looking desserts!!!!"
    Dined on 11/6/2013
  • "A favorite for years. Busy, especially on weekends. Reservations highly recommended. Food is always good. Nice patio dining. Fireplace. Cozy."
    Dined on 11/17/2013
  • "When we entered the restaurant, we were greeted by a noisy group of kids. We listened to the screams throughout the dinner. We wondered what "naturally raised" salmon in the menu meant. Aren't "Naturally" and "raised" oxymorons? My friend could not eat his meal because it was cooked in a lot of butter with grease accumulating on his plate. I ordered garden vegetables that was braised in so much oil, I forced myself to finish half of the plate. The waiter was nice. Service was fine. Food was expensive for what it was but in a Town where majority of the population is millionaires, no one probably cares. In some place else, this restaurant would close the doors but in a Town where there is no competition, it will stay around for years to come."
    Dined on 11/12/2013
  • "I'd requested a table on the patio and they accommodated, plus it was near the great fireplace. The food was excellent and the portions just right. It made it a terrific evening with a good friend."
    Dined on 11/4/2013
  • "The Mahi Mahi was incredibly well done. The garden vegetable platter was fresh and organic. We had a great time sitting at the bar and enjoying the company of the interesting locals."
    Dined on 10/30/2013
  • "Our table was ready on time and the waiter very attentive and friendly. Substitutions no problem. We all had something different and each was very good."
    Dined on 10/19/2013
  • "When you want food and fun at the same time, the Bakery is a great place to go. My granddaughter had been there with us before and asked to have lunch with me. We had great salads, our server was really a nice person and sitting in the "garden" area on a beautiful day was ideal. Reservations are really necessary."
    Dined on 10/18/2013
  • "I have gone to this restaurant many times and the food and staff are always exceptional. Wine list is excellent, and the bakery is terrific, too."
    Dined on 10/16/2013
  • "Food always consistently excellent. Bread is amazing!"
    Dined on 10/13/2013
  • "The owner told the receptionist not to give us the table she had for us because he wanted someone else to have it. This was said right in front of us. He is rude and arrogant."
    Dined on 10/6/2013
  • "I’ve been coming here for lunch with friends for years. This place has a friendly & warm feel. I normally eat outside. The food is consistently good, as well the staff (well trained) is always friendly. I find the menu varied, and everything I try is good. The rolls they serve are the best I’ve tasted! I drive 30 miles to eat here. One of my favorite lunch places."
    Dined on 10/3/2013
  • "Great burger, a cab and a seat near the fireplace will be the highlight of a casual Friday night."
    Dined on 9/28/2013
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