Central Park Bistro

Very nice restaurant. Came here with a group and everyone’s food looked really good. I had the roasted chicken and it was delicious. For dessert, I had a mocha latte and it was really great as well.

Adam Kaplan

Everything was better than good. The hostess gave us an enthusiastic welcome and sat us earlier than our reservation time which was great. Our server was hilarious, the rest of the staff was on so top of things. The food was so good I was kinda sad when I finished it all bc there was no more left.

Claudia K M

A recent dining experience at Central Park Bistro left me utterly enchanted! We kicked off with the Living Butter Lettuce Salad, a delectable shareable delight. The Bosc pear added a sweet touch, perfectly complemented by the Champagne Vinaigrette. For a communal feast, we delved into the Charcuterie for 3, and it did not disappoint. The generous portions made it an ideal choice for sharing among friends. Moving on to the main course, the Seafood Linguine pasta was a burst of flavors. A must-try! In consideration of dietary restrictions, the restaurant graciously substituted lobster with Salmon in the dish, showcasing their flexibility and commitment to customer satisfaction. The Paella was equally praiseworthy, a symphony of tastes that left a lasting impression. Central Park Bistro is a must-visit in the area, offering a culinary experience that transcends expectations. From the thoughtful presentation of salads to the flavorful main courses, each dish is a testament to the culinary excellence found in San Mateo.

Helena

I had an unexpected layover in San Francisco area due to a canceled flight, and I took the opportunity to visit Centrale Park Bistro, a recommendation from a friend. The restaurant boasts a lovely environment with an appealing design, including private rooms and outdoor seating. The service was top-notch, making my experience even more enjoyable. I chose to sit at the bar, where bartender Kristina took care of me. She was friendly and attentive, and mixed an amazing cocktails. The manager, Oz, checked on my dining experience multiple times. He provided excellent dish recommendations, and I opted for the Ahi Tuna and a Mushroom pizza, both of which were delicious. Overall, my experience at Centrale Park Bistro was fantastic. The combination of great food, excellent service, and a lovely ambiance makes it a spot I highly recommend visiting.

Jessica Mierau

I passed by here on a date and we decided on a whim to have dinner. I’m glad we did! We sat outside facing the street, perfect for people watching. We ordered cocktails and an assortment of appetizers and everything was delicious! The only thing I didn’t like was the Hibiscus Paloma, it was very watery and tasted more like an herbal tea than a cocktail. They have fabulous wines on the menu that I’ll order next time.

Viveat T

Very professional service. Food is made with very fresh ingredients and they taste like they've been prepared by real chefs. Very nice presentation. Portions are fairly small, allowing room for appetizer and dessert. Waiting time is a bit longer than average between courses, so its perfect for having a chill time or talk over a meal, not if one is starving for immediate food. Definitely returning.

Jesua Sarmiento

Went here for valentine's day, had a great time and food was delicious. Did put a star down because the heart cake my gf got was frozen solid and very hard to bite into. Other than that it was great.

Kazuyo Sugiura

Good food, good service in person but made a reservation via Open table and we were there on time but they marked us no show. They confirmed my name at the entrance.. why

Brandon Freeman

Quiet and dim lit, our table was served perfectly throughout the night. All four of us ordered the filet mignon and it was excellent. The waiters choices or suggestions for wine were spot on. Outpost 2009 and a few shots of tawy with desserts such as creme brulee, lava cake, and vanilla scoop on top of moist cake. Highly recommend and our seating was near the back!

Becky Owens

Really loved the food and service. The fried sage on the gnocchi appetizer was amazing. The scallops and risotto were creamy goodness accented by the pops of savory yum of roasted cherry tomatoes. The chocolate lava cake was outstanding with the center oozing out at the perfect consistency. My only constructive criticism is that the two tops are just a little too close for any privacy. I felt like I was an unwilling and unwanted visitor at the next table's first date. Next time I would opt for a two top in the aisle to avoid that awkwardness, but I would definitely go again. Deliciousness!

Diana

Only positive emotions. Incredibly tender meat, fresh bread, delicious beetroot sauce. Highly recommended!! And the most amazing service. Emir is the most valuable employee, such a good service from him, very attentive, every time with a smile, and interest. Thank you!!

Tommy Ward

Cool and sophisticated setting. Great service, friendly. Tasty fillet of sole sandwich came with crispy, hot fries. Chicken sandwich was a pleasure. Delicious iced tea made just right for my southern tastes (but without the sugar). Definitely will return.

Sara Beitler

Very nice restaurant. Came here with a group and everyone’s food looked really good. I had the roasted chicken and it was delicious. For dessert, I had a mocha latte and it was really great as well.

Everything was better than good. The hostess gave us an enthusiastic welcome and sat us earlier than our reservation time which was great. Our server was hilarious, the rest of the staff was on so top of things. The food was so good I was kinda sad when I finished it all bc there was no more left.

+1

Excellent food! I ordered the special - Scallops and Risotto. The scallops were just the right texture and very flavorful. My husband had the halibut and it was excellent as well. We also had the banana lava cake for dessert. Best thing is, half the dinner options are gluten free or have gf versions. Friendly and courteous waiter. We did make a reservation and will look forward to returning.

The food is outstanding, we had one of best steaks that day, the service was good. We enjoyed the dinning experience there

The four of us immensely enjoyed our dinners! We all had a different entrees and shared three appetizers. All were flavorful and beautifully displayed. We finished our meal with the toffee cake with vanilla ice cream which was delightful! The service was excellent and the staff was very friendly!

Fanny Coble

The food is outstanding, we had one of best steaks that day, the service was good. We enjoyed the dinning experience there

Michele Brannan

The four of us immensely enjoyed our dinners! We all had a different entrees and shared three appetizers. All were flavorful and beautifully displayed. We finished our meal with the toffee cake with vanilla ice cream which was delightful! The service was excellent and the staff was very friendly!

Zoltan Nagy

Helpful, good advice and nice ambiance. Enzo a cool server who made our evening comfortable. The mushrooms pizza is definitely a good choice.

An intimate venue for dates nights. We were here for Valentine's Day and their prix fixe 3-course special. Definitely better seafood plates than red meat here. You're in it for the ambiance and not the portion sizes here, haha. Appetizers were a bit underwhelming - tuna poke was fresh, big chunks, well marinated. Golden/purple beet tower was more leafy greens than actual beets. Dressing could've been served on the side. A bit too vinegary. Entrees took a while; it was understandable as it was a special day and pretty packed. Chilean sea bass was great - super fresh, nively coated, and seared. Lamb chops were not the move. Burnt crust on the outside, and it came out medium rare despite asking for medium well. The dessert was very cutely plated. Bread pudding was not memorable, but the heart-shaped cake was light and a good note to end on.

The food and presentation was ok. Service was excellent. We had the beet salad, charcuterie, and octopus for lunch. We also had the cheese plate and cappuccino for dessert. The octopus was cooked well. The beet salad was a little over-dressed, but still tasty. We had a sage cheese on our dessert plate which was not our favorite. Our waiter was friendly, professional, and knowledgeable.

Good overall. The setting of the returns was nice, with a pretty mini bar. Calamari was 80% fried onions, but they were flexible, able to create an off menu option to suit my order. Good service, and quick staff. 4/5. Not my personal favorite, but would recommend.

Fei Yu

An intimate venue for dates nights. We were here for Valentine's Day and their prix fixe 3-course special. Definitely better seafood plates than red meat here. You're in it for the ambiance and not the portion sizes here, haha. Appetizers were a bit underwhelming - tuna poke was fresh, big chunks, well marinated. Golden/purple beet tower was more leafy greens than actual beets. Dressing could've been served on the side. A bit too vinegary. Entrees took a while; it was understandable as it was a special day and pretty packed. Chilean sea bass was great - super fresh, nively coated, and seared. Lamb chops were not the move. Burnt crust on the outside, and it came out medium rare despite asking for medium well. The dessert was very cutely plated. Bread pudding was not memorable, but the heart-shaped cake was light and a good note to end on.

Marla Wong

The food and presentation was ok. Service was excellent. We had the beet salad, charcuterie, and octopus for lunch. We also had the cheese plate and cappuccino for dessert. The octopus was cooked well. The beet salad was a little over-dressed, but still tasty. We had a sage cheese on our dessert plate which was not our favorite. Our waiter was friendly, professional, and knowledgeable.

Astra Hoshino

Good overall. The setting of the returns was nice, with a pretty mini bar. Calamari was 80% fried onions, but they were flexible, able to create an off menu option to suit my order. Good service, and quick staff. 4/5. Not my personal favorite, but would recommend.

I only tried a few things but the food was above average. I sat at the bar. Service was excellent. Perhaps I ordered the wrong things but in an area with lots of competition, not sure how they get 5 stars.

Michael Morotti

I only tried a few things but the food was above average. I sat at the bar. Service was excellent. Perhaps I ordered the wrong things but in an area with lots of competition, not sure how they get 5 stars.

Wanted to treat myself to a nice dinner and ordered the scallops. It was a bit overcooked, the charred flavor was strong on 1 of 3, and I found the risotto was lacking in flavor. The first time I came here, I ordered the duck ragu which was surprisingly tart and tasted strongly of an herb (parsley?), not in line with the description. The overwhelmingly positive reviews here make me question my own taste. I've really wanted to like this restaurant but I've been disappointed twice.

Nicole Tin

Wanted to treat myself to a nice dinner and ordered the scallops. It was a bit overcooked, the charred flavor was strong on 1 of 3, and I found the risotto was lacking in flavor. The first time I came here, I ordered the duck ragu which was surprisingly tart and tasted strongly of an herb (parsley?), not in line with the description. The overwhelmingly positive reviews here make me question my own taste. I've really wanted to like this restaurant but I've been disappointed twice.