Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo

Name: Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo
Address: 101 Hillsdale Shopping Center, San Mateo, CA, United States, 94403
Telephone: (650) 212-7400
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.1

4.1

2987 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Sep 19, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Good for business meals
Great for outdoor dining

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.

Order delivery or takeout

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
(650) 212-7400
Website
http://www.paulmartinsamericangrill.com/
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.

Location
101 Hillsdale Shopping Center, San Mateo, CA 94403
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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100 San Francisco Bay Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Experiences

Create a New Sunday Tradition- Sunday Brunch
Multiple dates available
Join us Sundays from 11-2PM to experience our new brunch menu! Explore creative new à la carte entrées like our charcuterie board-inspired DIY Avocado Toast. For meatlovers our new Hangover Burger will delight — or go classic with our new Grill Benedict. No brunch is complete without refreshing cocktails and we’re serving them up by the glass or by the pitcher. Try our new Sangria or Blackberry Margarita Pitchers, or enjoy DIY Mimosas featuring a bottle of bubbly plus juices for the whole table.

Popular dishes

Zonin Prosecco, DOC, Veneto, NV$12.00
- g$12.00
- b$44.00
J Vineyards, Brut Cuvée, California, NV$16.00
- g$16.00
- b$60.00
Domaine Carneros, Brut, California, NV$20.00
- g$20.00
- b$80.00
Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Noirs, Rose Carneros, NV$16.00
- g$16.00
- b$60.00
Schramsburg, Brut Rosé, North Coast, 2018$96.00
- b$96.00
Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, Brut, France, NV$135.00
- b$135.00

Rosé

Josh Cellars, Rosé, California, 2020$12.00
- g$12.00
- b$48.00
Daou, Rosé, Paso Robles, 2020$16.00
- g$16.00
- b$60.00
Fleurs De Prairie, Rosé, Provence, 2020$56.00
- b$56.00
Simon Family Estates, "Tigress" Rosé of Grenache, Rutherford, 2022$99.00
- b$99.00

Sauvignon Blanc

Kim Crawford, Marlborough, 2018$14.00
- g$14.00
- b$56.00
Matanzas Creek, Sonoma, 2021$16.00
- g$16.00
- b$60.00
Duckhorn, Napa, 2020$19.00
- g$19.00
- b$76.00
Ferrari Carano, Fume Blanc, Sonoma, 2020$40.00
- b$40.00
Twomey By Silver Oak, North Coast, 2021$72.00
- b$72.00
Honig, Napa, 2019$60.00
- g$60.00

Enticing Whites

Conundrum by Caymus, White Blend, California, 2020$14.00
- g$14.00
- b$52.00
King Estate, Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley, 2019$13.00
- g$13.00
- b$48.00
Santa Margherita, Pinot Grigio, Valdadige, Italy, 2019$18.00
- g$18.00
- b$76.00
Chateau Ste. Michelle, Riesling, Columbia Valley, 2020$12.00
- g$12.00
- b$44.00

Chardonnay

Hess "Shirtail Ranches", Monterey, 2020$12.00
- g$12.00
- b$44.00
Unshackled by Prisoner, California, 2021$16.00
- g$16.00
- b$60.00
Mer Soleil Silver Unoaked, SLH, Monterey 2018$15.00
- g$15.00
- b$60.00
Frog's Leap, Napa, 2019$19.00
- g$19.00
- b$76.00
Rombauer, Carneros, 2020$24.00
- g$24.00
- b$99.00
Cakebread Cellars, Napa, 2019$95.00
- b$95.00
Sonoma Cutrer, Russian River Ranches, 2019$64.00
- b$64.00
DuMOL, Russian River, 2019$95.00
- b$95.00
Far Niente, Napa, 2019$135.00
- b$135.00
Jayson by Pahlmeyer, Napa, 2016$110.00
- b$110.00

Red Wines

Pinot Noir

Meiomi, California, 2019$16.00
- g$16.00
- b$60.00
Elouan, Oregon, 2018$15.00
- g$15.00
- b$56.00
Belle Glos, "Las Alturas", Santa Lucia Highlands, 2017$22.00
- g$22.00
- b$84.00
Talbott Kali Hart, Monterey, 2017$68.00
- b$68.00
Argyle, Willamette Valley, 2019$56.00
Patz and Hall, Sonoma, 2017$80.00
- b$80.00
Flowers, Sonoma, 2018$122.00
- b$122.00

Enticing Reds

Orin Swift, "8 Years in the Desert", Red Blend, Napa, 2019$24.00
- g$24.00
- b$92.00
Conundrum by Caymus, Red Blend, California,2021$14.00
- g$14.00
- b$52.00
Don Miguel Gascon, Malbec, Argentina,2021$15.00
- g$15.00
- b$56.00
Qupe, Syrah, Central Coast, California, 2018$56.00
- b$56.00
Quilt, "Fabric Of The Land," Red Blend, Napa, 2018$68.00
- b$68.00
Bodega Colome Autentico, Malbec, Argentina, 2019$95.00
- b$95.00
The Prisoner, Red Blend, Napa, 2019$99.00
- b$99.00
Caymus-Suison Grand Durif, Petite Syrah, 2018$90.00
- b$90.00

Zinfandel

St. Francis, " Old Vines", Sonoma, 2018$15.00
- g$15.00
- b$56.00
Saldo by Prisoner, 2019$17.00
- g$17.00
- b$64.00
Cline Cellars, "Old Vine", Lodi, 2019$44.00
- b$44.00
Frog's Leap, Napa, 2019$96.00
- b$96.00
Seghesio, "Old Vine", Sonoma, 2016$90.00
- b$90.00

Merlot

Decoy by Duckhorn, Sonoma, 2019$14.00
- g$14.00
- b$52.00
Markham, Napa Valley, 2017$16.00
- g$16.00
- b$64.00
Emmolo by Caymus, Napa, 2019$20.00
- g$20.00
- b$80.00
Grgich Hills, Napa, 2019$90.00
- b$90.00
Duckhorn, Napa, 2018$120.00
- b$120.00
Rombauer, Napa, 2018$95.00
- b$95.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

William Hill Estate, North Coast, 2018$13.00
- g$13.00
- b$48.00
Joel Gott 815, California, 2019$15.00
- g$15.00
- b$58.00
Daou Vineyards, Paso Robles, 2019$17.00
- g$17.00
- b$64.00
Educated Guess, Napa County, 2020$19.00
- g$19.00
- b$72.00
Austin Hope, Paso Robles, 2019$20.00
- g$20.00
- b$95.00
Sequoia Grove, Napa, 2019$24.00
- g$24.00
- b$92.00
Justin, Paso Robles, 2018$76.00
- b$76.00
Silver Oak, Alexander Valley, 2018$150.00
- b$150.00
Sanctuary, "Usibelli Vineyards", Rutherford, 2016$64.00
- b$64.00
Jordan, Alexander Valley, 2016$130.00
- b$130.00
Oberon, Napa County, 2018$72.00
- b$72.00
Faust, Napa, 2018$125.00
- b$125.00
Frog's Leap, Estate Grown, Rutherford, 2019$150.00
- b$150.00
Hall, Napa, 2018$117.00
- b$117.00
Pilcrow, "Ghost Block", Mt. Veeder, Napa, 2016$198.00
- b$198.00
Paradigm, Oakville 2013$165.00
- b$165.00
Chateau Montelena, Napa, 2018$155.00
- b$155.00
Caymus, Napa Valley, 2020$195.00
- b$195.00
Joseph Phelps, "Insignia", Napa, 2018$295.00
- b$295.00

Beer- Traditional Bottles, Drafts Vary by Location

Corona$6.00
Heineken$6.00
Guinness$8.00
Budweiser$6.00
Michelob Ultra$6.00
Miller Light$6.00
Coors Light$6.00
Sculpin IPA$8.00
Sierra Nevada$7.00
Stella Artois$7.00
Erdinger Non-alcoholic Weissbier$7.00

Classic Cocktails

Cadillac Margarita, Mexico, 1930 or 40s$18.00
Casamigos Blanco Tequila, Tres Agaves Nectar, Grand Marnier float, on the rocks, Tajín rim
Paloma, Tequila, Mexixo, late 1800s$16.00
Milagro Silver Tequila, Ancho Reyes Chili Liqueur, basil, fresh lime juice, Grapefruit Soda
Bee's Knees, Paris, France, 1910s$16.00
Botanist Gin, fresh lemon juice, housemade honey syrup
Aviation, New York City, NY 1916$17.00
Hendrick's Gin, Crème de Violette, lemon, maraschino liqueur
Raspberry Mule, Los Angeles, CA, 1941$16.00
Absolut Vodka, Giffard Crème de Framboise Raspberry Liqueur, fresh lime juice, Q Ginger Beer
Dirty Martini, San Francisco, CA, 1860$17.00
Grey Goose Vodka, Noilly Prat Original Dry Vermouth, olive juice, blue cheese olives
Lemon Drop San Francisco, CA 1970s$16.00
House infused lemon vodka, triple sec, lemon
Vodka Collins, New York, 1874$15.00
Wheatley Vodka, fresh lemon juice, strawberry, basil, Q Club Soda
Mojito, Havana, Cuba 1586$15.00
Bacardi Superior Rum, mint, lime, cane syrup
Mai Tai, San Francisco, CA 1944$16.00
Bacardi Añejo Cuatro, Cointreau, Orgeat syrup, lime juice, pineapple juice, Myers's Dark Rum
Gold Rush, New York City, NY, 2000s$17.00
Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Giffard Crème de Pamplemousse Rose Liqueur, honey, fresh lemon juice, mint
Paper Plane, New York City, NY, 1860s$16.00
Maker's Mark Bourbon, Aperol, fresh lemon juice, Averna Amaro
MANHATTAN New York City, NY, 1870s$16.00
Maker's Mark Bourbon, Noilly Prat Rouge Sweet Vermouth, bitters
COSMOPOLITAN New York City, 1988$17.00
Grey Goose Vodka, Cointreau, cranberry, lime
JALAPEÑO MARGARITA Mexico, 1930 or 40s$18.00
Patron Silver Tequila, fresh lime, Tres Agave Nectar, muddled jalapeños

What 2,987 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4Food
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

2,987 Reviews

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Elizabeth
Kansas City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tony was our waiter and was absolutely fabulous. We made a reservation for 6 and they were more than prepared for us and he had great suggestions for us!
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Barbara
San Francisco
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice restaurant for lunch, great, friendly service and the food was very good .
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stephen
Washington DC
36 reviews
vip
4.0
36 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was okay. Steak was okay at best; chocolate mousse kind of 2 sweet.
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Susan
San Francisco
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The drinks were the best—spicy margarita and cosmopolitan. So balanced and delicious. The service was excellent by Ashley and our lunch was delicious. French dip and a steak salad. Sizable portions. Everything was fresh. Quiet because it was a Monday. Elegant decor. Highly recommend.
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Maya
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place for quick client lunches with open seating options outside that is bright and airy!
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frank
San Francisco
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Consistent good food and service . As far as it being a chain , it is definitely one of the best chain establishments there are .,
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GingerM
Central Coast
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Celebrating our 66th wedding anniversary. The food and service was very good.
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Kathleen
San Francisco
156 reviews
vip
4.0
156 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great service and good food from an extensive menu. Even a decent selection of wines. Not horribly noisy like so many other popular restaurants.
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Larry
San Francisco
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All the dinners were excellent. There two specials--the Fried Chicken dinner and the Tri-Tip dinner were both outstanding. Cocktails were made perfectly and the service was excellent. The Spinach and Artichoke appetizer is to die for!!!
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Kelsey
Toronto
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Not great it was not tasty but Michael did his best
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FAQs

Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Postmates. Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 212-7400.

Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo is rated 4.1 stars by 2987 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Sep 19, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

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

Website
http://www.paulmartinsamericangrill.com/
Phone number
(650) 212-7400
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.

Featured in

100 San Francisco Bay Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Paul Martin's American Grill - San Mateo

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

100 San Francisco Bay Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Create a New Sunday Tradition- Sunday Brunch

Filet Mignon

Blackened Ribeye

"Brick" Chicken

White Wines

Bubbles

Zonin Prosecco, DOC, Veneto, NV$12.00

J Vineyards, Brut Cuvée, California, NV$16.00

Domaine Carneros, Brut, California, NV$20.00

Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Noirs, Rose Carneros, NV$16.00

Schramsburg, Brut Rosé, North Coast, 2018$96.00

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, Brut, France, NV$135.00

Rosé

Josh Cellars, Rosé, California, 2020$12.00

Daou, Rosé, Paso Robles, 2020$16.00

Fleurs De Prairie, Rosé, Provence, 2020$56.00

Simon Family Estates, "Tigress" Rosé of Grenache, Rutherford, 2022$99.00

Sauvignon Blanc

Kim Crawford, Marlborough, 2018$14.00

Matanzas Creek, Sonoma, 2021$16.00

Duckhorn, Napa, 2020$19.00

Ferrari Carano, Fume Blanc, Sonoma, 2020$40.00

Twomey By Silver Oak, North Coast, 2021$72.00

Honig, Napa, 2019$60.00

Enticing Whites

Conundrum by Caymus, White Blend, California, 2020$14.00

King Estate, Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley, 2019$13.00

Santa Margherita, Pinot Grigio, Valdadige, Italy, 2019$18.00

Chateau Ste. Michelle, Riesling, Columbia Valley, 2020$12.00

Chardonnay

Hess "Shirtail Ranches", Monterey, 2020$12.00

Unshackled by Prisoner, California, 2021$16.00

Mer Soleil Silver Unoaked, SLH, Monterey 2018$15.00

Frog's Leap, Napa, 2019$19.00

Rombauer, Carneros, 2020$24.00

Cakebread Cellars, Napa, 2019$95.00

Sonoma Cutrer, Russian River Ranches, 2019$64.00

DuMOL, Russian River, 2019$95.00

Far Niente, Napa, 2019$135.00

Jayson by Pahlmeyer, Napa, 2016$110.00

Red Wines

Pinot Noir

Meiomi, California, 2019$16.00

Elouan, Oregon, 2018$15.00

Belle Glos, "Las Alturas", Santa Lucia Highlands, 2017$22.00

Talbott Kali Hart, Monterey, 2017$68.00

Argyle, Willamette Valley, 2019$56.00

Patz and Hall, Sonoma, 2017$80.00

Flowers, Sonoma, 2018$122.00

Enticing Reds

Orin Swift, "8 Years in the Desert", Red Blend, Napa, 2019$24.00

Conundrum by Caymus, Red Blend, California,2021$14.00

Don Miguel Gascon, Malbec, Argentina,2021$15.00

Qupe, Syrah, Central Coast, California, 2018$56.00

Quilt, "Fabric Of The Land," Red Blend, Napa, 2018$68.00

Bodega Colome Autentico, Malbec, Argentina, 2019$95.00

The Prisoner, Red Blend, Napa, 2019$99.00

Caymus-Suison Grand Durif, Petite Syrah, 2018$90.00

Zinfandel

St. Francis, " Old Vines", Sonoma, 2018$15.00

Saldo by Prisoner, 2019$17.00

Cline Cellars, "Old Vine", Lodi, 2019$44.00

Frog's Leap, Napa, 2019$96.00

Seghesio, "Old Vine", Sonoma, 2016$90.00

Merlot

Decoy by Duckhorn, Sonoma, 2019$14.00

Markham, Napa Valley, 2017$16.00

Emmolo by Caymus, Napa, 2019$20.00

Grgich Hills, Napa, 2019$90.00

Duckhorn, Napa, 2018$120.00

Rombauer, Napa, 2018$95.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

William Hill Estate, North Coast, 2018$13.00

Joel Gott 815, California, 2019$15.00

Daou Vineyards, Paso Robles, 2019$17.00