Best Casual Restaurants in San Carlos

Discover the best restaurants in San Carlos

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1. Elia - San Carlos

4.6

Exceptional(126)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • San Carlos

Booked 28 times today

Elia is committed to crafting an exceptional dining experience for you and your dear ones. Our menu features authentic Greek dishes prepared with care, served in a delightful ambiance that reflects our dedication to maintaining high standards of quality and service.

2. Spasso

4.7

Exceptional(1390)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • San Carlos

Booked 12 times today

Spasso features Italian, Mediterranean cuisine and Tapas. Spasso has been a new favorite neighborhood destination located in San Carlos on Laurel Street. Spasso features an extensive Napa Valley and Italian wine selection, and a full bar with specialized cocktails are available. Our waitstaff are consistently friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. And, the atmosphere is lively and exciting.

3. Bistro Mitte

4.5

Awesome(18)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• German • San Carlos

Booked 3 times today

Experience the finest of German culinary tradition with our restaurant, bringing over 35 years of expertise directly from Germany. We proudly serve an extensive selection of authentic German wines and beers, carefully curated to reflect the rich diversity of Germany’s renowned vineyards and breweries. Our handcrafted cocktails offer a creative twist on classic German flavors, blending tradition with innovation for a truly unique experience. Whether you’re indulging in our signature German dishes or exploring our drink menu, our commitment to quality and authenticity shines through in every detail. With decades of experience perfecting German cuisine, our chefs deliver classic favorites like schnitzel, bratwurst, and sauerbraten, prepared with precision and passion. Join us for an unforgettable journey through the flavors of Germany, where every sip and bite tells a story of craftsmanship and tradition.

4. West Park Bistro

4.1

Excellent(711)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • San Carlos

Booked 6 times today

West Park Bistro is nestled in the heart of downtown San Carlos & is built on the principle of solely using fresh local produce. The newly-founded establishment boasts an award winning wine collection designed to compliment a contemporary menu, exclusively using the most satisfactory hand cuts of meat & seafood. Chef James's vision encompasses a genre of cuisine that endorses the most sophisticated form of dining. The warm atmosphere & quaint design supplies the ideal destination for brunch, lunch or dinner. The grand Wine Cellar is quintessential for corporate or private events.

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5. PYLOS - San Carlos

4.5

Awesome(136)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Greek • San Carlos

Booked 3 times today

PYLOSWe have a focus on dishes with the flavors of Greece and the true Mediterranean.We make everything homemade in the kitchen and only use top quality items imported directly from Greece and Turkey so our customers are getting high quality fresh and healthy food.Our menu consists of Greek classics such as Whole Lavraki (Mediterranean Seabass), Souvlaki, Pitas, Pastitsio, Moussaka and traditional sauces such as Tzatziki, Kalamatiano, Tirokafteri, etc.

6. Stamp Bar & Grill

4.7

Exceptional(25)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • San Carlos

Booked 2 times today

You will find it hard to recall a time before small plates, and harder still to find a Bay Area restaurant where the focus was on satisfying one appetite at a time as we do at Stamp Bar & Grill. If you were venturing about Laurel street–in the happening pocket of San Carlos, and just looking for something different yet good to eat, step into Stamp Bar & Grill. We will most likely have plenty to keep you satisfied with our fresh, seasonal, and unique selections that will surely keep you coming back. From our meat to fish to vegetables, our food is as fresh, organic, and delicious as it gets.Experience modern American classics alongside globally inspired flavors.Come and seek Stamp Bar & Grill

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7. Rangoon Ruby Burmese Cuisine - San Carlos

4.0

Excellent(483)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Burmese • San Carlos

Rangoon Ruby was birthed from a desire to bring authentic Burmese food to the great people in Silicon Valley & the San Francisco Bay Area.With accomplished chefs proficient in all of the specialties that make Burmese cuisine sought after by food aficionados, Rangoon Ruby is fast striking a chord with diners looking for a fresh, modern approach to one of Asia’s up and coming popular cuisines.Influenced by Indian, Thai, and Chinese cooking, our Burmese menu is complemented by an exquisite wine selection and hand-selected draft beer to quench your thirst.At Rangoon Ruby, we pride ourselves in going the extra mile to bring you the ultimate dining experience. From our warm service staff to an extensive menu of outstanding dishes and artfully designed interior with upscale ambiance, it is our mission to elevate your experience with the delights of Burmese cuisine.

8. Nursel

4.6

Exceptional(2)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Russian • San Carlos

We are a local family-owned restaurant located in San Carlos, CA. Nursel features authentic Central Asian and Eastern European cuisine with a focus on fare from Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan. Specialty dishes include plov, manty, lagman and borscht. We look forward to serving you!

9. Vesta

4.8

Exceptional(58)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Redwood City

Booked 25 times today

We have always loved food and how it brings people together. The sharing of a table and a meal is wonderfully complemented by an exchange of thoughts and ideas. And this food that we share is so important. Where it comes from, how it was grown or treated, and how it was procured all has a lasting impact on our health and the wellbeing of the Earth. We care about the food that we eat and the food that we serve. We source our ingredients from local farms and purveyors who support an organic and sustainable future for our Earth.Join us to enjoy our delicious small plates, refreshing salads, and unique wood-fired pizzas. We welcome reservations during our lunch and afternoon service hours. Please note, we cannot guarantee seating requests.

10. Timber & Salt

4.7

Exceptional(747)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Redwood City

Booked 23 times today

Timber & Salt is a downtown Redwood City restaurant and bar serving quality steaks, seafood and craft cocktails. Our kitchen, led by award-winning chef Joshua Regal serves fresh, seasonal dishes highlighting the best ingredients California has to offer. We also serve one of the best burgers in Silicon Valley. Our cocktail program features hand-crafted cocktails using select spirits, house made syrups, bitters, tinctures and specialty garnishes. We also feature a deep list of spirits, fine wines and specialty beer. Both the kitchen and bar utilize fresh ingredients from our farm in Woodside California. Timber & Salt has intimate indoor seating for over 50 guests and an enclosed, heated outdoor patio for up to 30 guests. We are open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday.

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Patricia
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food, service and ambience were all outstanding. Elia’s is a wonderful place to have an upscale meal.
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Elia - San CarlosPrice: Expensive• Greek• San Carlos
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4.6
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Steve
California Central Coast •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
West Park Bistro is one of our 'go to' places for well-prepared food, a great staff, and an atmosphere of warmth & quiet elegance. It is also a place where our family has hosted special events....we especially like the wine room. We always feel welcome and love this restaurant!
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West Park BistroPrice: Moderate• Californian• San Carlos
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4.1
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Kara
San Francisco Bay Area •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Wonderful dinner! Excellent service! Everything was delicious with large portions. Definitely will be going back soon!
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SpassoPrice: Moderate• Italian• San Carlos
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4.7
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Barbara
San Francisco Bay Area •97 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 30, 2025
Good place for dinner if you like German food and the items are offered at a decent price.
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Bistro MittePrice: Moderate• German• San Carlos
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4.5
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Donna
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 28, 2025
Very good restaurant with excellent food! Good to share with friends!
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PYLOS - San CarlosPrice: Moderate• Greek• San Carlos
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4.5