Central Park Bistro

San Mateo, CA · American restaurant

Rating
4.4/5
★★★★☆ 4.4
Reviews
20
Rank in San Mateo
#91
of 340 restaurants
City Percentile
59%
rating percentile
Address
Central Park Bistro, 181 E 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401
Phone
(650) 558-8401
Website
www.centralparkbistro.com
Status
Closed · Opens 5 PM

Central Park Bistro is a restaurant located in San Mateo, CA. It is one of 340 restaurants listed in San Mateo. Its 4.4-star rating is above the San Mateo city average of 4.3 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Central Park Bistro

American and Seasonal Bistro

Hours

Saturday5 PM–9 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 TK · Feb 2026

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.

★★★★★ 5.0 Adam Kaplan · Jun 2025

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.

★★★★☆ 4.0 Fei Yu · Feb 2025

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

★★☆☆☆ 2.0 Nicole Tin · Oct 2024

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.

★★★★★ 5.0 Claudia K M · Mar 2024

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

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

American restaurantBistro

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