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Colander Kitchens is a restaurant in downtown San Mateo serving breakfast and lunch, featuring Island style seafood and grill, French inspired salads, Sushirrito California style sushi burritos, Southern brunch, and classic Italian espresso drinks. Guests say they keep coming back for the best coffee, the best eggs benedict, the best miso cod, and the best salads in San Mateo. From handcrafted lattes and brûléed French toast at breakfast to seafood favorites like hamachi kama and other made in-house specialties like our 48-hour ribs, we offer quality and value. Not food hall/ghost kitchen. Our food is made in house daily in small batches for the best quality. Available for private parties and corporate events. Extended hours coming soon
Hours
| Friday | 9 AM–2:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 9 AM–2:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–2:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–2:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–2:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 50 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401
Website: https://colanderkitchens.com/
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Reviews
Megan Chan
Best dining experience we have had in the area! It is our first time being here and we will definitely be back. The black cod is so soft and melts in your mouth. My husband ordered the steak and he really loved it. Spam musubi is also delicious. Yumminess with unbeatable price, pleasant food presentation and high quality service. Would recommend this to anyone.
… moreKathleen W.
Absolutely delicious! We shared a fabulous fresh salad with toasted goat cheese, candied walnuts and apples, with an added side of fresh salmon (not in photo), and a truly amazing, wonderfully flavored, fresh and tender whole branzino fish (only $18?!!), with a passion fruit creme brulee to finish off the meal. I will definitely be back!
An adorable working, Italian coffee truck is on display which added a great ambiance to the exposed brick and multiple window setting. Great chat with owners. He has years of restaurant and seafood experience, and she is Hawaiian and provided warm customer service. The value for the quality of food was outstanding!!
A true gastronomic gem!
**Note -It is a cashless business, and uses QR code ordering, which owner states helps keep food experience costs down.
… moreAn adorable working, Italian coffee truck is on display which added a great ambiance to the exposed brick and multiple window setting. Great chat with owners. He has years of restaurant and seafood experience, and she is Hawaiian and provided warm customer service. The value for the quality of food was outstanding!!
A true gastronomic gem!
**Note -It is a cashless business, and uses QR code ordering, which owner states helps keep food experience costs down.
Tammie Larson
Came here to celebrate my mom’s birthday! Such a treat. If you’re looking for high quality food, beautiful presentation and a welcoming environment- try this place! Family owned, in fact the husband and wife duo will likely be tending to you while there. Recommend the coconut shrimp and salmon! Portions are super generous and pricing very reasonable. Support small biz owners and check out this treasure!
… moreKaylin Tang
My friend and I tried this restaurant when we hanged out together. Surprisingly the quality of the food, service and the decoration of this place exceed our expectations. The price is reasonable and I learned that the owner has been in food industry almost 30 years from the couple sitting next to our table. The funny thing is that they told us that they came for lunch and love the food and service and the price. Then they came back again. I agreed with them.
Next time I want to try the latte that the couple recommended us. They said the price is super reasonable so they love coming to this place for lattes. I asked the owner about the coffee things and was told the coffee beans, coffee machine and the cool coffee car are from Italy. But unfortunately I could not take coffee night time in case I could not sleep. I am looking forward to the latte next time.
… moreNext time I want to try the latte that the couple recommended us. They said the price is super reasonable so they love coming to this place for lattes. I asked the owner about the coffee things and was told the coffee beans, coffee machine and the cool coffee car are from Italy. But unfortunately I could not take coffee night time in case I could not sleep. I am looking forward to the latte next time.
Bryan Thistlethwaite
A few friends told me about this new spot in San Mateo, and I’m so glad I just checked it out for a date night with my wife. I was genuinely impressed across the board — the food was fantastic, the ambiance with cool lighting and decorations was warm and inviting, and the couple who owns and runs the restaurant couldn’t be sweeter.
We’ll definitely be back. They have a beautiful bar that isn’t open yet, but once it is, I’m planning to come back with friends. This place is such a great addition to downtown San Mateo — a fresh concept the area really needed.
… moreWe’ll definitely be back. They have a beautiful bar that isn’t open yet, but once it is, I’m planning to come back with friends. This place is such a great addition to downtown San Mateo — a fresh concept the area really needed.
Namita Deshpande
Just got the Black cod with Miso and Hamachi kama lunch and it was by far the best fish I have had around San Mateo. Soft and tender and brilliantly seasoned. Also enjoyed their coconut shrimp appetizer. This place has great lunch and coffee options in one place. Also a calm quiet ambiance to have meetings or just chill. Highly recommend.
… moreShinYi Hsieh
I’ve come here for lunch a few times, and everything I’ve tried has been delicious—especially the miso cod, baby back ribs, tuna sushi roll, and a salad with fried goat cheese. I’m not into dark roast coffee, but if you are, you’ll probably love theirs.
… moreAnastasiia Karakash
I visited Colander Kitchens today just to have a cup of coffee and I had a very good experience! Latte was delicious with tender milk foam. The sushi roll with salmon I took was one of a simple and I didn’t expect nothing special from it, but how good it was! Fresh salmon, fresh cucumber and avo I recommend this place
… moreTracy Duong
My husband and I have already been to Colander Kitchen three times. The first time we tried the Sushirito. On our second and third visits, we ordered the miso black cod and the chicken salad.
The miso black cod is outstanding—hands down the best I’ve ever had. Perfectly cooked, rich, and full of flavor. The Sushirito and the chicken salad were also very good; I’d recommend asking for light dressing on the salad.
Beyond the food, the space itself is clean, spacious, and modern, with a really nice overall vibe. The owners were incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. And for the quality of the food, the prices are honestly a steal.
We highly recommend Colander Kitchen and will definitely be back again.
… moreThe miso black cod is outstanding—hands down the best I’ve ever had. Perfectly cooked, rich, and full of flavor. The Sushirito and the chicken salad were also very good; I’d recommend asking for light dressing on the salad.
Beyond the food, the space itself is clean, spacious, and modern, with a really nice overall vibe. The owners were incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. And for the quality of the food, the prices are honestly a steal.
We highly recommend Colander Kitchen and will definitely be back again.
Fatima Aliyeva
Love coming here during the busy work week due to fast and friendly service, and very reasonable prices that come with delicious food too. There isn’t much more you can ask for really. Oh, I forgot the ambiance.. love love the little café truck parked inside the store. It is cute.
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