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888 Ristorante Italiano
Diners’ top pick
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Price: Moderate
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Italian
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4.9
(613)
If you’ve ever enjoyed the 888 dining experience, you know it’s not like your average Bay Area Italian restaurant. Conveniently located in the heart of downtown San Carlos, 888 Ristorante Italiano brings authentic flavors of Italy to Laurel Street. 888 was created from a passion for Italian cuisine that’s deep-rooted in the Maddalena family. Owner Vince Maddalena and Chef Raul learned their craft through growing up in the restaurant industry. Specifically, Maddalena’s, owned by Vince’s dad for over 30 years in Palo Alto. When Vince’s dad closed shop, Vince knew he wanted to continue sharing his passion for food with the public. And so 888 was born! When it comes to cooking, we never take shortcuts. Almost all of our menu is made in-house and we keep things fresh by changing our dishes as seasons come and go. Enjoy our intimate dining experience with a significant other, family and friends or just let us know if you have a large group and we would be happy to accommodate. Your host, Vincenzo Maddalena, would like to welcome you to his restaurant for a unique dining experience of authentic Italian cuisine. Buon Appetito!
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Delizie
Price: Expensive
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Italian
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4.8
(649)
"Delizie" meaning delicious, is an enthusiastic endeavor to preserve sacred family traditions & bring delight to peoples’ plates far beyond Italy's borders. Hailing from Calabria, the infamous "toe" of the Italian peninsula where the mountains meet a breathtaking coastline, owner Francesco Ruggiero brings to life the richness of this southern region's culinary heritage, introducing & reacquainting others with an irresistible array of savory flavors & vibrant aromas. Using a combination of carefully selected imports & fresh, locally grown ingredients, you can indulge to your heart's desire in a variety of homemade pastas & traditional dishes. To render the meal complete pair your food with an appealing wine from a list featuring Italian & Californian wines that best suit your palate. The restaurant itself maintains a cozy, relaxed, yet elegant feel that invites others to join in the ambience that comes to life when the simplest things are brought to the table: good food, wine & people.
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Domenico Winery & Osteria
Price: Expensive
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Italian
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4.8
(751)
Domenico Winery is a family owned and operated boutique winery located in San Carlos, California. We specialize in Italian varietals and have been making award-winning wine for more than 20 years. Our vineyard is located in the Sierra Foothills in Amador County, California, where our two estate wines, Syrah and Primitivo, are grown. Join us for wine tastings, lunch or dinner at our Osteria, public events, and private celebrations - we are the SF Peninsula's premiere private events venue! Visit Domenico Winery for our new restaurant: the Osteria at Domenico Winery. We're serving up cicchetti (Italian small plates), pizza, our award-winning wine, and more social dishes.
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West Park Bistro
Top-rated food
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Price: Moderate
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Californian
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4.7
(700)
West Park Bistro is nestled in the heart of downtown San Carlos & is built on the principle of solely using fresh local produce. The newly-founded establishment boasts an award winning wine collection designed to compliment a contemporary menu, exclusively using the most satisfactory hand cuts of meat & seafood. Chef James's vision encompasses a genre of cuisine that endorses the most sophisticated form of dining. The warm atmosphere & quaint design supplies the ideal destination for brunch, lunch or dinner. The grand Wine Cellar is quintessential for corporate or private events.
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Elia - San Carlos
Price: Expensive
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Greek
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4.7
(68)
Elia is committed to crafting an exceptional dining experience for you and your dear ones. Our menu features authentic Greek dishes prepared with care, served in a delightful ambiance that reflects our dedication to maintaining high standards of quality and service.
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Doppio Zero - San Carlos
Price: Moderate
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Italian
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4.7
(201)
Doppio Zero will bring award-winning Neapolitan pizzas, homemade pastas, and traditional Southern Italian flavors to downtown San Carlos. Doppio Zero is a well-renowned restaurant group that has been featured on the Michelin Guide, recognized by 50TopPizza as one of the best pizzeria's in the world and certified Vera Pizza Napoletana by VPN Americas.
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Rustic House - San Carlos
Top-rated hospitality
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Price: Expensive
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Seafood
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4.7
(286)
Rustic House Oyster Bar and Grill specializes in seafood cuisine. Dishes may include freshwater fish. The concept may focus upon the preparation and service of fresh seafood. We also offer additional American non-seafood items such as chicken, beef, and pasta dishes.
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PRANZI
Price: Moderate
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Italian
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4.5
(839)
PRANZI is a Modern Northern Italian Restaurant located in downtown San Carlos, California. Featuring House made pastas, fresh baked bread and specialty dishes from both Northern Italian. We offer a full bar with artisan cocktails and a thoughtful California and Italian wine list. Our service is warm and friendly and we look forward to hosting your next meal.
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The Cask Wine Bar
Price: Moderate
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Wine Bar
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4.5
(110)
Cozy and intimate, welcoming and friendly, elegant selection of cheeses, fish, pastas, charcuterie and wine, CASK is all about wine!!! In downtown San Carlos, the Cask Wine and Cheese Bar offers a enjoyable wine and food experience.
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Spasso
Great vibe
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Price: Moderate
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Italian
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4.6
(1,381)
Spasso features Italian, Mediterranean cuisine and Tapas. Spasso has been a new favorite neighborhood destination located in San Carlos on Laurel Street. Spasso features an extensive Napa Valley and Italian wine selection, and a full bar with specialized cocktails are available. Our waitstaff are consistently friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. And, the atmosphere is lively and exciting.
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Bistro Mitte
Great budget-friendly spot
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Price: Moderate
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German
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4.4
(7)
Experience the finest of German culinary tradition with our restaurant, bringing over 35 years of expertise directly from Germany. We proudly serve an extensive selection of authentic German wines and beers, carefully curated to reflect the rich diversity of Germany’s renowned vineyards and breweries. Our handcrafted cocktails offer a creative twist on classic German flavors, blending tradition with innovation for a truly unique experience. Whether you’re indulging in our signature German dishes or exploring our drink menu, our commitment to quality and authenticity shines through in every detail. With decades of experience perfecting German cuisine, our chefs deliver classic favorites like schnitzel, bratwurst, and sauerbraten, prepared with precision and passion. Join us for an unforgettable journey through the flavors of Germany, where every sip and bite tells a story of craftsmanship and tradition.

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  • Lisa
    Tahoe / Reno Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Amazing food. Live music was lovely. Fabulous ambiance and decor. Service was a little slow but welcome because we were not in a hurry and happy to spend more time to visit.
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    Elia - San CarlosPrice: Expensive• Greek• San Carlos
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    4.7
  • Kerri
    San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Dec 12, 2024
    Only thing upsetting was they advertise on the website a happy hour that didn't exist, it was one reason we chose the place for our 10 employees
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    West Park BistroPrice: Moderate• Californian• San Carlos
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    4.7
  • ChristineVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 10, 2024
    Every year before we go to Fioli for Christmas we come here. It is now a tradition! EXCELLENT food, service and ambiance. We are headed to Italy in a few weeks and cant wait to return knowing our favorite Italian place is BETTER than its motherland :)
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    SpassoPrice: Moderate• Italian• San Carlos
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    4.6
  • HollyVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 3, 2024
    We had a delicious lunch today. Everything was perfect, especially the food The waiters were attentive and very friendly. We were celebrating a birthday and they brought the birthday girl a complimentary dessert. Will definitely go back soon
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    PRANZIPrice: Moderate• Italian• San Carlos
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    4.5
  • Chitra
    San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Nov 12, 2024
    It was a quiet, Monday night with only a cuple of other tables occupied. Service was prompt but low-energy and not very warm/friendly. I put it down to the slow business of the evening, and am hoping that it will be different on other occasions. The tea leaf salad was less flavorful than all our previous experiences, but it remains a family favorite!
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    Rangoon Ruby Burmese Cuisine - San CarlosPrice: Moderate• Burmese• San Carlos
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    4.3

Trending dishes in San Carlos

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4.7
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4.8
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4.3
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4.6
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4.9
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Frequently asked questions

Healthy restaurants located in San Carlos include PRANZI, Spasso and Doppio Zero - San Carlos

Bottomless brunch in San Carlos is available at Elia - San Carlos, The Cask Wine Bar and Domenico Winery & Osteria

The most romantic restaurant in San Carlos is Elia - San Carlos

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