Amara

Name: Amara
Address: 1015 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont, CA, United States, 94002
Telephone: (650) 486-1703
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

18 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

1015 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont, CA 94002

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2 people

May 1, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

Step into Amara, where Mediterranean artistry meets timeless elegance. Led by Chef Brett and a Michelin-distinguished team, Amara offers a sun-kissed escape in the Peninsula. Inspired by Greece, Morocco, and Spain, our menu blends tradition with innovation.

Indulge in dishes like smoked lamb tajine, black hummus with crispy smelt, and our signature caviar service, paired with a globally curated wine list. The 32 oz Tomahawk steak with za’atar butter is a masterpiece, while whole branzino and braised octopus evoke coastal Mediterranean flavors.

Under Executive Sous Chef Linda, desserts shine—Labneh cheesecake, molten harissa chocolate cake, and baklava sundae with rose and pistachio.

Nestled in the hills of Belmont along the 280 and 101 corridor, Amara is easily accessible yet beautifully secluded. A lush, candlelit courtyard invites you to linger under twinkling lights.

Take a trip to island shores without leaving California.

Amara is Paradise found, not for one day but every day.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Phone number
(650) 486-1703
Website
https://www.amararestaurants.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Bret Tullis
Private party facilities
Please navigate to https://www.amararestaurants.com/private-affairs/ to submit interest in our Private Event space for party sizes 12 and up.

Location
1015 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont, CA 94002
Neighborhood
Belmont
Cross street
Ralston and Alameda De Las Pulgas (Carlmont Shopping Center)
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Social Hour-Mediterranean Drinks & Bites
Multiple dates available
Celebrate sunny days at Amara's beautiful Olive and Vine bar with refreshing Spritzes, Sangrias, Coastal wines, and shareable Bites inspired by the Mediterranean — all at happy hour price . ✨A dreamy start to your evening. ✨ Stay for dinner and enjoy a house dessert when you spend $100 (does not include social hour spend or dinner tax and fees)
The Garden Lounge
Multiple dates available
Nestled beneath lush greenery and kissed by the breeze, our plush garden sofas offer the ultimate in relaxed luxury. Sink into soft cushions, sip something sparkling, and let the world slip away — this is Amara at its most serene. Available for parties of 4-12, for bigger parties call us @650 486-1703

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Warm Olives$6.00
Marinated in citrus and spices
Mixed Seasonal Pickles$6.00
Oysters
(4 pcs) With green strawberry Champagne Mignonette
Marinated Gigante Beans$6.00
Garlic, dried chili
Charcuterie & Cheese$26.00
(g, n) Rotating selection
Royal Golden Ossetra Caviar$154.00
Freshly baked buckwheat, cultured butter

Spreads

Green Hummus$13.00
(dfo, no) Pickled spring onions, pistachios and herbi oil, crème fraîche
Black Hummus$14.00
(vo) Charred onions and chilis, fried smelt, curry leaves, paprika oil
Baba Ghanoush$13.00
(v) Smoked eggplant
Muhammara$15.00
(n, v) Walnuts, peppers, pomegranate syrup

Sangrias, Spritz & Cocktails

White Sangria$13.00
White wine, mint vodka, acidified orange, apricot liqueur, ginger, peach
Red Sangria$13.00
Red wine, brandy, gin, orange liqueur, sweet vermouth, lemon, cinnamon, clove
Isola Spritz$13.00
Sparkling wine, Italicus rosolio bergamot, orange-thyme cordial
Luna Rosa Spritz$13.00
Sparkling wine, Lillet Rose, strawberry-basil cordial
Fino and Fizz$13.00
Fino sherry, apricot liqueur, soda, basil and olive
Amara Martini$14.00
Gin, vodka, vermouth, orange bitters, basil oil, olive and citrus peel
Mediterranean Gimlet$14.00
Gin blend, citrus peel and leaf cordial
Cicek Old Fashioned$16.00
Jim Beam black-7 year bourbon, black garlic honey, fig infused bitters, raki
Mediterranean Passport$110.00
Charcuterie, hummus, pita chips, olives, pickles, bottle of sangria (red or white)

Beer

805 Blonde Ale, Firestone$6.00
Fresh-Squeezed IPA, Deschutes$6.00
Weissbier, Franziskaner$6.00
Pilsner, Stella Artois$6.00

Beverages

San Pellegrino$6.00
Aqua Panna$8.00
Cola$6.00

Wines by the Glass

Sparkling

Glera • Sommariva, Prosecco Superiore Brut, Veneto, Italy, NV$13.00
Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay • Domaine de la Chanteleuserie, 'Fines Bulles', Loire Valley, France, NV$14.00
Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Mourvèdre, Carignan, Rolle • Guillaume Cordonis, Mirabeau Pure, Côtes de Provence, France, 2023$15.00
Çalkarası • Pasaeli, 'Seahorse', Aegean, Turkey, 2022$14.00
Albariño • Bodegas, 'Viñota', Rias Baixas, 2023$15.00
Vermentino, Argiolas Costamolino, Sardegna, Italy 2023$14.00
Sauvignon Blanc • Stolpman, Santa Barbara County 2023$15.00
Pinot Noir • Balletto, Sonoma County, CA, 2021$15.00
Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre • Domaine de Durban, 'Beaumes-De-Venise', Rhône Valley, France, 2022$14.00
Syrah, Alain Graillot, 'Syrocco', Zenata, Morocco, 2022$15.00

What 18 people are saying

Amara reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco Bay Area
Innovative
Peninsula
Best Ambiance
Peninsula
Innovative
Peninsula
Romantic
Peninsula
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Amara impresses with "outstanding food" and a "beautiful restaurant" setting. The unique, delicious menu offers vegetarian options and standout dishes like BBQ lamb ribs and saffron/vanilla ice cream. While some mention slow service and high corkage fees, attentive staff and "excellent service" promise an enjoyable dining experience.

18 Reviews

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John
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another wonderful experience at Amara. A+ food, service, atmosphere. Garden looks amazing as well, it was raining or we would have dined outside.
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Steven
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A delight to all five senses. Nothing else like this on the Peninsula. Bravo!
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Michelle
San Francisco3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I recently discovered this gem of a restaurant and we've been there twice already. Everything was perfect--the food, the service, the ambience, etc. We love Amara's outside seating, a beautiful and tranquil place to be on a warm day.
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karen
San Francisco154 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We had a nice dinner.. service was good. food was tasty. As others have mentioned the corkage fee is high and the wine list has very limited bottles in the 80.00 range, most being 150-200.00.. yes and my cocktail. my martini, was in the small cupped glasses. something that just ruins it for me.. but thats a personal thing.. restaurant is beautiful though.
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Ariela VIP
San Francisco12 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant and outstanding food and drinks. We will definitely be back!
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Brian
Central Coast10 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was amazing, from the interior design to the relaxing outdoor seating area. Every bite was delicious and plated beautifully. We were already thinking about what we are going to order for the next time we're here!
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Lorrie
San Francisco2 reviews
1.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Slow service - mixed up orders - extra charges - HIGH corkage fees- would never go again!
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Pamela VIP
San Francisco19 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
The food here is excellent, we had cocktails,hummus, lamb, and shared the steak. The service was a little slow, and the staff seemed a little confused about who was supposed to do what. The restaurant is beautiful, and I think the service will get better as they are open longer.
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Maybelene VIP
San Francisco32 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time diners. The atmosphere was great and the food excellent. Our server was very attentive and helpful in ordering dishes. My only complaint is the corkage; $55 for the first bottle and $75 for the the second.
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Rosemary
San Francisco37 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a wonderful restaurant. The food, service and ambiance is fabulous. They will soon be serving outside down below and for lunch too. Our favorites were: Grilled Shrimp (fabulous), BBQ lamb ribs, green hummus, grilled broccolini. Spring Pea Gozleme and Phlo Crusted Petrale were good. The Baklava Sundae is a must. The ice cream is saffron/vanilla-delicious. All the flavors are unique and subtle. Highly recommend it. Oh and staff are really good.
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FAQs

Amara is rated 4.5 stars by 18 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

May 1, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

1015 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont, CA 94002

Additional information

Cross street
Ralston and Alameda De Las Pulgas (Carlmont Shopping Center)
Neighborhood
Belmont
Hours of operation
Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Bret Tullis
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.amararestaurants.com/
Phone number
(650) 486-1703
Private party facilities
Please navigate to https://www.amararestaurants.com/private-affairs/ to submit interest in our Private Event space for party sizes 12 and up.

Amara

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Social Hour-Mediterranean Drinks & Bites

The Garden Lounge

Bites

Warm Olives$6.00

Mixed Seasonal Pickles$6.00

Oysters

Marinated Gigante Beans$6.00

Charcuterie & Cheese$26.00

Royal Golden Ossetra Caviar$154.00

Spreads

Green Hummus$13.00

Black Hummus$14.00

Baba Ghanoush$13.00

Muhammara$15.00

Sangrias, Spritz & Cocktails

White Sangria$13.00

Red Sangria$13.00

Isola Spritz$13.00

Luna Rosa Spritz$13.00

Fino and Fizz$13.00

Amara Martini$14.00

Mediterranean Gimlet$14.00

Cicek Old Fashioned$16.00

Mediterranean Passport$110.00

Beer

805 Blonde Ale, Firestone$6.00

Fresh-Squeezed IPA, Deschutes$6.00

Weissbier, Franziskaner$6.00

Pilsner, Stella Artois$6.00

Beverages

San Pellegrino$6.00

Aqua Panna$8.00

Cola$6.00

Wines by the Glass

Glera • Sommariva, Prosecco Superiore Brut, Veneto, Italy, NV$13.00

Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay • Domaine de la Chanteleuserie, 'Fines Bulles', Loire Valley, France, NV$14.00

Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Mourvèdre, Carignan, Rolle • Guillaume Cordonis, Mirabeau Pure, Côtes de Provence, France, 2023$15.00

Çalkarası • Pasaeli, 'Seahorse', Aegean, Turkey, 2022$14.00

Albariño • Bodegas, 'Viñota', Rias Baixas, 2023$15.00

Vermentino, Argiolas Costamolino, Sardegna, Italy 2023$14.00

Sauvignon Blanc • Stolpman, Santa Barbara County 2023$15.00

Pinot Noir • Balletto, Sonoma County, CA, 2021$15.00

Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre • Domaine de Durban, 'Beaumes-De-Venise', Rhône Valley, France, 2022$14.00

Syrah, Alain Graillot, 'Syrocco', Zenata, Morocco, 2022$15.00

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