Social Profile: 
![]()
… View more
Versatile venue with a pub menu, live jazz, darts, karaoke, TVs for sports & a beer garden in back.
Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–2 AM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–2 AM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–2 AM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–2 AM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–2 AM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–2 AM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–2 AM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 106 E 25th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94403
Phone: (650) 522-9800
Website: http://theswingindoor.com/
Menu Photos
Photo Gallery
Related Web Results
English Pub/Restaurant in San Mateo, California / The Swingin’ Door
Built in the 1940’s, The Swingin’ Door has been the place to be on the peninsula for live music, food and fun. We offer weekly karaoke and trivia.
About Us – The Swingin’ Door
Named The Swinging Door, there were two swinging doors … The Swingin’ Door was a hangout for noteworthy folks in San Mateo. 106 E. 25th Ave. San Mateo, CA 94403 …
The Swingin’ Door – The San Francisco Peninsula
The Swingin’ Door. 106 E. 25th Avenue San Mateo, CA 94403 · (650) 522-9800 · Visit Website. Add To Trip. Overview. Built in the 1940’s, the Kehoe building was …
Reviews
Joe Murray
Remember your first visit to a pub in England or Ireland? The Swinging Door brings back all that feeling and more. It’s been around a long while (I still call it the Prince of Wales). They were the first foodies with the incredibly hot Habanero burger. I got a bumper sticker for finishing one. And felt the effects for a couple days. Let’s just say warmth. The back patio gives off a different, hidden fort, tropical vibe compared to the traditional inside. Both are great. Grab some malt vinegar for your chips, a pint and a burger and enjoy this pub. Right now!
… moreChuck Kluz
Great pub for your traditional English ales or local American beers along with expected pub dishes. Fish and chips, bangers and mash, all well prepared. Very friendly staff and locals.
… moreAaronray Antonio
Fish and Chips is legit with the tasty batter and soft meaty fish. Karaoke is great but now have downgraded it to 4 stars. Their list now has capacity. And at 11pm on a Friday, DJ no longer accepts new singers. That’s unfortunate.
… moreKathy Wall
Best burger I have had in ages! Staff very friendly. Bar area is dark, but the patio area is delightful. I was there with 12-14 singers and musicians, and it was a terrific place to gather and sing folk songs. They also have a nice upstairs room that you can probably reserve. Parking a little tough, but El Camino is just a block away, and I have always found parking.
… moreRosita Lesmana
I wouldn’t say I’m a regular, but I enjoy going to this place. Every time we went there is always good time. Although last time I went on Sunday, it was so quiet and very few people. Unfortunately, I have never tried their legendary fish and chips!!! I will submit another review once I tried it.
We tried irish slammer and it was great! This place has many varieties of drinks, and their bartenders always know their stuff.
… moreWe tried irish slammer and it was great! This place has many varieties of drinks, and their bartenders always know their stuff.
Jason H
We came for the ‘dualing’ pianos, still mentioned on their website and on event calendars they promote throughout the bay area well into 2025.
However, there are no pianos, as we were informed by our very nice bartender. Not since Covid.
There was even no live music on a Saturday night at 9:45 pm.
So 2 stars for the inaccurate information.
So, while this is perfectly fine place to drink British beer, and the food looked decent, be aware of these facts if you are interested in live music. Don’t make the same mistake as me, this is not the place to go.
… moreHowever, there are no pianos, as we were informed by our very nice bartender. Not since Covid.
There was even no live music on a Saturday night at 9:45 pm.
So 2 stars for the inaccurate information.
So, while this is perfectly fine place to drink British beer, and the food looked decent, be aware of these facts if you are interested in live music. Don’t make the same mistake as me, this is not the place to go.
yvette vandenberg
Great environment and food. Bartenders are always friendly and make excellent drinks. Just a few of my favorite tasty dishes available: bangers & mash, fish & chips, and mushroom burger. Chicken sandwiches are juicy. Seafood combo is excellent as well.
… moreRuth Cruz
NICE QUIET PLAY WHEN WE WENT FOR LUNCH. LADY WAS SWEET. LISA WAS HER NAME. GREAT FOOD OPITIONS. FRIED CLAMS. FISH. HAMBUGERS CHICKEN DISHES TUNA SANDWICH FISH TACOS.
… moreDre’ Tatum
Great little dive-y bar with tasty good and fun bartenders. The crowd is diverse and can be a lot of fun. I highly recommend it for the quirkiness, fun factor, and the good drinks.
No food after 10 at night on Wednesday, but there is karaoke. If that happens to float your boat.
… moreNo food after 10 at night on Wednesday, but there is karaoke. If that happens to float your boat.
Trevor Fletcher
Cool dive bar, proper English fish and chips. The bartender made me feel like I was back in England – she had a proper English attitude
… more