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Our Delicious Lamb Chop - Central Park Bistro, San Mateo, CA

Central Park Bistro

4.8
4.8
1724 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
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Booked 36 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
Central Park Bistro is a 100 seat contemporary restaurant in downtown San Mateo featuring fresh seasonal American cuisine by Chef Ricardo Garcia, in the $15-$45 range. We offer a carefully chosen eclectic Wine Spectator award-winning wine list. Central Park Bistro is an affordable sophisticated, fun dining experience. Relax and unwind with a house specialty cocktail at our wonderful Martini Bar. We also have several intimate private dining rooms perfect for that corporate presentation business meeting, wedding rehearsal dinner,
retirement/anniversary dinner, or any special function you may have in mind. Check out our private wine cellar room which seats up to 8 people for that extra special dining experience.


For reservations larger than 12 or for private functions please contact the restaurant directly.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Bistro
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:15 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 558-8401
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ricardo Garcia
  • Catering
    We can recreate our menu or customize it to your needs. Please call for details.
  • Private party facilities
    We are a family-owned restaurant that specializes in individual personalized service and simple home-style American cuisine, all in an intriguing and intimate environment. You'll be met by a seasoned staff, who are prepared to indulge your group with an extraordinary private dining experience.
  • Private party contact
    Giorgio Yesilyurt: (650) 558-8401
  • Neighbourhood
    San Mateo
  • Cross Street
    Ellsworth Street
  • Parking details
    Metered parking on street and large lot in back of restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,724 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    American

  • Peninsula

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Central Park Bistro delights diners with "delicious food," "wonderful ambiance," and "attentive service." The menu offers a broad range of dishes, from elegant appetizers to hearty mains, all praised for their "beautiful presentation." It's a "neighborhood gem" perfect for both intimate dinners and large gatherings, making every visit memorable.
1,724 Reviews
  1. Janis

    Connecticut

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dining experience at Central Park Bistro was very lovely. The food and it presentation were great. We really enjoyed the ambiance, and our waiters name was Oz, and he recommended my wine which was very nice, and helped me choose between 2 entrees, and I loved his choice. Can not wait to go back. Janis Hennessy

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  2. Irene

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had two exceptionally original entrees which were beautifully presented. The vegetable accompaniment was perfect as was the key lime pie dessert.

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  3. Susan

    VIP

    New York City

    32 reviews

    2.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Very disappointing experience. The wait staff are attentive but the food quality has deteriorated so much.

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  4. Steven

    San Francisco

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our food was extraordinary and the service was excellent.

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  5. Pablo

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our birthday was acknowledged which is not as common as you would think. Presumably the manager and the bartender both took their rounds at the bar taking care of us. It is not very often multiple people are involved in making sure service goes well. No complaints!

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  6. Sandi or Richard

    San Francisco

    49 reviews

    4.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Enjoyed our repeat visit to Central Park Bistro. Will definitely visit again!

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  7. Judith

    VIP

    San Francisco

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure to eat here. The food is delicious and the staff is very friendly and welcoming

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  8. Todd

    VIP

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time there .exceeded all our expectations . The menu was extensive and interesting .the food was presented in the manner of a top nyc restaurant and the taste was fabulous . The cocktails before the meal were delicious and interesting some new to us . The lamb chops were perfect and juicy the ossobucco raviolis were sinful and amazing . Our friends had halibut and scallops that they could not stop talking about . Great service lovely staff and very good value not over priced at all. We have a new favorite place to take friends to dinner and this is it.

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  9. Antonio

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed 2 bottles of an Italian Prosecco, reasonably priced. My wife enjoyed the duck pate and salmon entree. I chose the gnocchi and veal ossobucco ravioli. Simply put outstanding!

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  10. shinazy

    VIP

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always presented with new, creative, & tasty cocktails, never boring.

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FAQs

Central Park Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 558-8401.

Central Park Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 1724 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 36 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Central Park Bistro

181 East 4th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Ellsworth Street
  • Neighbourhood
    San Mateo
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:15 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Metered parking on street and large lot in back of restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ricardo Garcia
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (650) 558-8401
  • Catering
    We can recreate our menu or customize it to your needs. Please call for details.
  • Private party facilities
    We are a family-owned restaurant that specializes in individual personalized service and simple home-style American cuisine, all in an intriguing and intimate environment. You'll be met by a seasoned staff, who are prepared to indulge your group with an extraordinary private dining experience.
  • Private party contact
    Giorgio Yesilyurt: (650) 558-8401
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