Fellow Foodies, get ready—some highly anticipated restaurants are opening their doors across the Peninsula, bringing everything from elevated seafood and modern Mediterranean to Korean BBQ and inventive pastries. Here are the spots we’re most excited about:
Olhso House (San Mateo) – Following their successful robotic food truck delivery service, this Korean BBQ + Seafood Restaurant is set to open their brick and mortar flagship in Downtown San Mateo
Pamilaya (Redwood City) – Filipino-inspired seafood boils and classic comfort dishes served in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere.
Oyster Bar & Grill (Redwood City) – A seafood lover’s paradise featuring fresh oysters, grilled fish, and craft cocktails in a sleek, coastal-inspired setting.
Zorek (San Bruno) – From the brilliant minds who brought you Mazra, the award-winning chefs are opening their new bakehouse cafe focusing on Levantine savory pastries called borek
Zaytinya (Palo Alto) – Michelin-starred chef José Andrés is bringing his celebrated Mediterranean small plates to the Peninsula, featuring Greek, Turkish, and Lebanese flavors.
Macarena (Palo Alto) – A modern Spanish eatery celebrating bold, authentic flavors with an elevated twist. Expect vibrant dishes like tapas, paella, oxtail, croquettes, and burnt Basque cheesecake, all paired with craft cocktails and an extensive Spanish and Californian wine list.
Craftsman and Wolves (Mountain View) – The famous SF bakery known for its "Rebel Within" egg-filled muffin and beautifully crafted pastries expands to the South Bay.
Jagalchi (Daly City) – A must-visit for Korean seafood and BBQ, inspired by the famous Jagalchi Fish Market in Busan.
Loretta (Menlo Park) – A refined yet cozy neighborhood bistro offering an ever-changing, seasonally driven menu with fresh, local ingredients. Located across the street from it's sister restaurant Bistro Vida
Which spot are you most excited to try?
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