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Bistro Mitte, Carlos, CA

Bistro Mitte

4.5 (23)
$30 and under
German
749 Laurel St, Carlos, CA 94070

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    German, European, American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Altan
  • Catering
    We cater to any events from small family gatherings to weddings and business luncheon and dinners.<br />We work with on any budget, customized menu and needs.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private and/or semiprivate casual bar events to a wedding rehearsal dinner, to a formal business meeting. Our private events combine great service, extensive choice of our chef specials. We also offer our Patio that can be customized to meet your requests for casual parties or formal private dining.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    San Carlos
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 23 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bistro Mitte offers "authentic German food," with a standout "beer selection" and "excellent service." The ambiance is inviting, making it a "local go-to." While some dishes had mixed reviews, the schnitzel and frankfurters are highlights. The friendly staff, especially JJ, enhance the dining experience. Outdoor seating is available.
23 Reviews
  1. Darren

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great beer selection. Food is very authentic and tasty. Highly recommend

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  2. Buongiorno47

    San Francisco Bay Area25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit. The gentleman who greeted us was also a waiter and the bartender. We only saw that there was one busser to help out. Given that I can't overstate the top grade service. The selection of beers and the wines is very good. We both ordered the Weiner Schnitzel of which they offer several varieties. We thought that we'd order the Schnitzel made with pork loin (less fat) but that was not a great idea. The schnitzel is already rather flat, so the pork was fairly dry. Next time we would order a different schnitzel or something else from the menu. However, we definitely felt that this could be a local "go-to", so we will try again. Very nice ambiance and the outdoor seating looked good, too.

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  3. Carlos

    San Francisco Bay Area34 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    As for the food, my wife and I ordered the ribeye steak dinner. I was disappointed with mine because I had asked for medium rare. My steak came out medium well. I also felt it was over seasoned. I had to dip the steak in the gravy sauce to mask the saltiness. My daughter's had the cheese burger, which was really good. We also had the fried calamari and that was OK. A little under seasoned. The server was good. He checked up on us a few times.

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  4. Aiko VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area27 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was disappointed that Open Table credit was not earned. Was surprised that small salad was no longer offered with schnitzel dinner. Poor explanation of menu change due to cold salad being served next to hot food. Then why not serve on the side?

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  5. Stephanie

    Surrey3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous German food. Authentic and well prepared. Everything was excellent.

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  6. Barbara VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area100 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good place for dinner if you like German food and the items are offered at a decent price.

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  7. Thomas VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area32 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was generally very good. Seats are uncomfortable/ tables too small with not enough room for plates. Servers overwhelmed.

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Stephan

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    JJ the person who takes orders and periodically checks in for any needs is one of the best assets of this establishment. My friend absolutely loved the Valentine’s Day experience that I hoped would have been the result when selecting this restaurant. I am not exactly carnivorous and would have preferred that I ordered what I did minus the meat however that is my issue as I was not feeling meat at the moment however my friend ordered the same and was happy to take mine home( minus the veggies and mashed potatoes which were perfectly cooked. Highly recommended and sit at a table where you will meet JJ. He made everything better than it would have been otherwise.

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  9. Julie VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is a delight to have an authentic German bistro here in San Carlos. The experience transported me back to Stuttgart with its friendly welcome, warm pretzels, savory schnitzel, frankfurters, and of course, the beer and wine. We will undoubtedly return with friends and family to enjoy another special trip to Germany on Laurel Street.

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  10. Linda B. VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area56 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on January 9, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The veal in the Schnitzel tasted old and pretty tasteless, Service was excellent. Ambience very nice. Not very crowded.

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FAQs

Bistro Mitte offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Bistro Mitte also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 412-4832.

Bistro Mitte is rated 4.5 stars by 23 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
10:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
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749 Laurel St, Carlos, CA 94070

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    San Carlos
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    German, European, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Altan
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We cater to any events from small family gatherings to weddings and business luncheon and dinners.<br />We work with on any budget, customized menu and needs.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private and/or semiprivate casual bar events to a wedding rehearsal dinner, to a formal business meeting. Our private events combine great service, extensive choice of our chef specials. We also offer our Patio that can be customized to meet your requests for casual parties or formal private dining.
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