Vespucci Ristorante Italiano

4.8

853 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Please consider:
*Kitchen closes at 8:30pm, we place last order at 8:15pm and we don’t accept any reservation after 8:00pm
*Being a small restaurant, it is crucial for us to know in advance if the number of guests in your party changes, or you want to change the time, or you are planning to not come at all. Please avoid to just not show up, but kindly call to inform us, it will be much appreciated. If we don’t hear from you, we will re-assign the table after 15 minutes. If you need to increase the number of guests on a reservation made through Open Table, please call the restaurant.
*We don’t take groups larger than 10 people on Fridays and Saturdays.
*About birthday celebrations : we don’t have a free dessert policy, if you order one from our dessert chart, we will bring it to the table with the candle. You can also bring your own cake, our cutting fee is $3 per person.
*Corkage fee is $25 per bottle.
*We don't longer offer outdoor seating, only indoor dining and take out.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch Fri, Sat 11:30 am–1:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(650) 685-6151
Website
http://www.vespucciristorante.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Available for private parties, please contact us.

Location
147 E. 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401
Neighborhood
San Mateo
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Arugula Salad$13.00
Arugula, asparagus and peas, topped with goat cheese, tossed with lemon vinaigrette (*vegetarian)
Insalata Mista$11.00
Fresh mixed greens tossed with Italian dressing (made from Italian extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar), red onion, shaved carrot, and tomato wedges. (*vegetarian)
Insalata di Cesare$13.00
Romaine heart with creamy Cesar dressing, topped with anchovies and crunchy croutons
- 5 Shrimps$10.00
- 1 piece of chicken$8.00
- 1 piece of salmon$18.00
Bruschetta alla Vespucci$13.00
Chopped fresh tomatoes and grilled eggplants marinated in Italian extra virgin olive oil, garlic, black pepper and fresh basil, served on four toasted baguette slices (*vegetarian)
Carpaccio di Manzo$18.00
Thinly sliced raw premium quality beef filet, marinated in Italian extra virgin olive oil and lemon, topped with arugula and capers and served with freshly grated Italian Parmesan cheese
Caprese$15.00
Fresh Italian imported cow-milk mozzarella cheese and tomatoes, topped with homemade fresh basil sauce, drizzled with Italian extra virgin olive oil, sprinkled with fresh oregano (*vegetarian)
Burrata Cheese Mozzarella$17.00
Imported Italian fresh burrata mozzarella cheese, served with a roasted eggplant slice and a fresh tomato slice and basil sauce (*vegetarian)
Calamari Fritti$20.00
Fried breaded tender-crisp squid served with our famous homemade fresh marinara sauce
Polpette$18.00
Homemade seasoned 100% ground beef meatballs simmered in a basil marinara sauce, served with two slices of toasted baguette.
Soup of the Day$10.00

PASTE E RISOTTO

RAVIOLI RICOTTA E SPINACI$25.00
Fresh homemade ravioli filled with high quality imported ricotta cheese and spinach in a delicate butter sauce topped with crispy sage, marinara sauce and Italian Parmesan cheese (*vegetarian) 6 pieces per portion
GNOCCHI AL GORGONZOLA$27.00
Homemade traditional Italian potato dumplings in a delicious Gorgonzola cheese sauce. Topped with toasted walnuts (*vegetarian)
BLACK INK SPAGHETTI ALLA VESPUCCI$31.00
Homemade spaghetti pasta (made with squid ink) in a tasty lobster sauce with fresh salmon, clams, calamari and shrimps, sprinkled with fresh parsley
FETTUCCINE ALLA BOSCAIOLA$28.00
Fresh homemade fettuccine pasta with mushrooms, ground Calabrian mild pork sausage, peas, tomato sauce and a touch of cream
PAPPARDELLE WITH BEEF RIBS RAGOUT$28.00
Homemade pappardelle pasta, subtly green from spinach in the dough, served with a rich, slow-cooked beef ribs ragout and finished with parmesan cheese.
LASAGNA$30.00
Traditional Italian baked lasagna, layers of homemade pasta sheets with fresh imported Italian mozzarella cheese, béchamel, ground beef, parmesan cheese, tomato sauce
RIGATONI AL SALMONE$28.00
Homemade rigatoni pasta with fresh salmon and peas in a light tomato sauce with a touch of cream
SPAGHETTI ALLE VONGOLE$26.00
Spaghetti pasta in a delicate white wine sauce with fresh clams, parsley and just a touch of chili flakes.
SPAGHETTI ALLA CARBONARA$26.00
Spaghetti pasta with pancetta (cured pork belly), egg yolks, pecorino cheese, black pepper. No additions, changes, substitution to this dish.
RISOTTO DI TERRA$27.00
Slow-cooked Italian Carnaroli rice with zucchini, pancetta, and asparagus, finished with Parmesan cheese and served on a tomato and sage bisque.

I Secondi

Parmigiana di Melanzane - Eggplant Parmesan$28.00
Eggplant slices dipped in eggs and flour, fried and layered with our fresh tomato sauce, imported Italian mozzarella cheese and Italian Parmesan cheese. Served with sautéed broccoli (*vegetarian)
Zuppa di Pesce – Seafood Cioppino Stew$35.00
Our best selection of local fish, clams, salmon, prawns and calamari gently stewed in our fresh lobster sauce with a touch of marinara. Served with two crostini
Petrale Sole Piccata$32.00
Whole fillet lightly dusted in seasoned flour, cooked with a delicate sauce made with white wine, capers, butter, lemon and parsley. Served with mascarpone cheese risotto
Salmone alla Siciliana$35.00
Pan-seared salmon cooked in a sauce of fresh chopped tomatoes, garlic, rosemary, black olives, and Italian parsley. Served with sautéed spinach and roasted potatoes.
Pollo alla Calabrese – Calabrian Chicken$28.00
Two tender boneless premium quality organic chicken thighs (no hormones, no antibiotics), crusted with fennel seeds, coriander seeds, mixed Italian herbs, and ginger. Served with roasted potatoes
Scaloppine di Vitello – Veal Scaloppini$33.00
Veal scaloppini lightly dusted in seasoned flour, cooked with a tasty Marsala wine reduction and mushroom sauce. Served with Parmesan creamed spinach
Beef Short Ribs$38.00
Braised boneless beef short ribs au jus, served over mashed potatoes

Side Dishes

Sautéed Broccoli$9.00
(with a touch of garlic and chili flakes)
Sautéed Spinach$9.00
(with a touch of garlic and chili flakes)
Roasted Potatoes$9.00
Mixed Roasted Vegetables$9.00
Spaghetti Marinara Sauce$10.00
(side portion)

What 853 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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Review summary

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Vespucci Ristorante Italiano offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with "excellent food" and "outstanding meals." The owners, Francesco and Manuela, ensure every visit feels special with their friendly service. Traditional Italian family recipes and beautiful artwork create an authentic dining experience. Highly recommended for its consistent quality and charming ambiance.

853 Reviews

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Tom
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
You are treated like family when you dine at Vespucci Ristorante (family you enjoy that is).
Vespucci Ristorante ItalianoResponded 5 days ago
Tom, GRAZIE! Thank you for your wonderful review! At Vespucci Ristorante, we strive to make every guest feel like part of our family—especially the kind you look forward to spending time with! We're so glad you enjoyed your experience and hope to welcome you back again soon. Buone Feste - Happy Holidays M
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tina
VIP
San Francisco
53 reviews
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
this is an amazing restaurant and the food was delicious. Several options, all very good and tasty. From the appetizer to the dessert. Definately recommend this place
Vespucci Ristorante ItalianoResponded on December 10, 2024
Grazie Tina! Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your dining experience, from appetizers to dessert. It means a lot to us that you found everything delicious and appreciated the variety of options. Your recommendation is truly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Buone Feste - Happy Holidays
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Sunil
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Overall great food and good options for vegetarians too.. enjoyed the lunch
Vespucci Ristorante ItalianoResponded on November 26, 2024
Grazie Sunil!!!! Thank you for loving us, your precious review is highly appreciated. We can't wait to welcome you back anytime soon, here at Vespucci! Buone Feste (Happy Holidays) M
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Lily
San Francisco
16 reviews
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
this is our second visit to this restaurant and was a little disappointed with the Rigatoni Al Salmone. The rigatoni was very rubbery and hard to chew, extreme "al dente". My dining partner thought it was not cooked enough and she was too polite to mention this to the waiter. She said she will take it home and add water to soften it if that was possible. I tried one rigatoni and felt like I was chewing a hard rubber hose, very inedible and unable to swallow. However I enjoyed my dish Zuppa di pesce - Seafood cioppino stew which was very tasty with the marinara sauce with a very delicate flavor. The crostinis were light and crunchy! Our appetizer and dessert were fine. Please review the rigatoni cooking and try it before serving it to your customers.
Vespucci Ristorante ItalianoResponded on November 20, 2024
Ciao Lily We're truly sorry to hear that the Rigatoni Al Salmone did not meet your expectations. Your feedback is valuable to us! We always strive to ensure our guests leave happy, and we are here to address any concerns during your visit. We make it a point to check in with our tables multiple times to make sure everything is to your liking. A quick mention at the table allows us to address any issues immediately, such as adjusting the cook time on your pasta, which would have taken just a few minutes. We want every guest to enjoy their meal! Please don't hesitate to let us know your preferences in the moment—it gives us the chance to fix the issue and make your experience a great one. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back for another visit soon. M
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William
VIP
San Francisco
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food & Service is always exceptional . Owner / Hostess always warm & welcoming.
Vespucci Ristorante ItalianoResponded on November 11, 2024
William GRAZIE! Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoy both our food and service. It’s always our pleasure to welcome you, and we’re so grateful to have wonderful guests like you. Looking forward to your next visit! A presto, M
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Marleen
San Francisco
218 reviews
5.0
218 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding Italian dishes, and a few new items on the menu! The added specials are a real treat, as are the desserts. Great atmosphere and service.
Vespucci Ristorante ItalianoResponded on November 6, 2024
Marleen, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Italian dishes and had the chance to try some of the new items on our menu. Our team works hard to bring fresh, exciting options and delicious desserts, and we're delighted they added to your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back for more great meals and a warm atmosphere soon! A presto, M
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Paul
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best Italian food in town! Truly authentic. Excellent service, you can tell the owners care about the food and the restaurant. Highly recommended.
Vespucci Ristorante ItalianoResponded on November 3, 2024
GRAZIE PAUL! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food and our service. It's our passion to bring authentic Italian flavors and a welcoming experience to each of our guests, so it means a lot to know that this came through. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! A presto, M
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 31, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The customer service and ambiance were really nice! The food: - calamari was not evenly crispy throughout the batch. The portion size however was generous. - the risotto : the rice was not fully cooked. The service: the server and staff were super friendly, helpful and attentive.
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Nancy
VIP
San Francisco
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Outstanding meals (as always) and very attentive, personable and great service.
Vespucci Ristorante ItalianoResponded on November 1, 2024
Grazie Nancy! Thank you so much for your loyalty and kind words! It means a lot to us that you keep coming back and that we continue to meet your expectations with our meals and service. We look forward to welcoming you again soon! A presto, M
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JOHN
VIP
Central Coast
70 reviews
5.0
70 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I am pleased to give a glowing report with respect to our evening at Vespuccis. Our party all ordered different pasta dishes - all were exceptional and a step above what has been encountered at other Italian bistros. The caesar salad was the right size, flavorful and enhanced with (I believe) house made croutons. The service was also a step above. Suggestions were offered on the selections and then professionally served. Water glasses continually refilled. We will certainly return.
Vespucci Ristorante ItalianoResponded on October 25, 2024
Grazie John! Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! It brings us immense joy to know that your experience at Vespucci’s was so positive. Our chef and sous chef, both hailing from Southern Italy, pour their passion and heritage into every dish they create. We’re delighted that you and your party found the pasta exceptional — it’s a true reflection of their dedication to authentic Italian cuisine. We’re also thrilled that the Caesar salad and house-made croutons hit the mark! Providing attentive is very important to us, so it’s great to hear that you appreciated it. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable evening, a presto, M
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FAQs

Vespucci Ristorante Italiano offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 685-6151.

Vespucci Ristorante Italiano is rated 4.8 stars by 853 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

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Google Map for Vespucci Ristorante Italiano

147 E. 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401

Additional information

Neighborhood
San Mateo
Hours of operation
Lunch Fri, Sat 11:30 am–1:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.vespucciristorante.com/
Phone number
(650) 685-6151
Private party facilities
Available for private parties, please contact us.

Vespucci Ristorante Italiano

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Bruschetta alla Vespucci

TORTELLINI

LASAGNA

Salads and Appetizers

Arugula Salad$13.00

Insalata Mista$11.00

Insalata di Cesare$13.00

Bruschetta alla Vespucci$13.00

Carpaccio di Manzo$18.00

Caprese$15.00

Burrata Cheese Mozzarella$17.00

Calamari Fritti$20.00

Polpette$18.00

Soup of the Day$10.00

PASTE E RISOTTO

RAVIOLI RICOTTA E SPINACI$25.00

GNOCCHI AL GORGONZOLA$27.00

BLACK INK SPAGHETTI ALLA VESPUCCI$31.00

FETTUCCINE ALLA BOSCAIOLA$28.00

PAPPARDELLE WITH BEEF RIBS RAGOUT$28.00

LASAGNA$30.00

RIGATONI AL SALMONE$28.00

SPAGHETTI ALLE VONGOLE$26.00

SPAGHETTI ALLA CARBONARA$26.00

RISOTTO DI TERRA$27.00

I Secondi

Parmigiana di Melanzane - Eggplant Parmesan$28.00

Zuppa di Pesce – Seafood Cioppino Stew$35.00

Petrale Sole Piccata$32.00

Salmone alla Siciliana$35.00

Pollo alla Calabrese – Calabrian Chicken$28.00

Scaloppine di Vitello – Veal Scaloppini$33.00

Beef Short Ribs$38.00

Side Dishes

Sautéed Broccoli$9.00

Sautéed Spinach$9.00

Roasted Potatoes$9.00

Mixed Roasted Vegetables$9.00

Spaghetti Marinara Sauce$10.00

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