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AMERICAN
CONTEMPORARY

231 Ellsworth


231 S. Ellsworth Ave. (3rd Ave) - map
San Mateo, CA 94401
650.347.7231
650.347.7329 fax

Hours
Lunch Mon.-Fri.,Dinner Mon.-Sat.

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Food***.5
Service****
Ambiance****.5
Overall***.5



Features
vegan dishes
vegetarian dishes
tasting menu
private room
private parties


Accepts
cash
Visa
MasterCard/Eurocard
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Smoking
not permitted

Dress
dressy casual


Alcohol
full bar
extensive wine list

Reservations
recommended


Parking
street parking


Handicapped Access
completely accessible

Top: United States: CA: San Mateo

Description



Managing Partner and Wine Director Richard Milkovich (Gordon Biersch, The Plumed Horse Restaurant) and Partner/Maitre d’ James Callahan (California Café, The Plumed Horse, Sent Sovi) have partnered with Chef William Collier. Executive Chef William Collier, who has refined his skills in some of America’s top restaurants, has developed a menu of innovative, globally-inspired contemporary American Cuisine.






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Yikes! Stay away!
Let's start with the meals... I had the NY steak that was less than promised in portion. And NOT cooked the way I liked it. When I asked nicely to have a few more minutes on the grill-the server did not return my meal for 15 minutes!
To boot, it was lukewarm in the middle. Did they microwave it?? I guess they don't like people suggesting how they want something. Not to mention our "service" diminished after that. My wife asked twice for coffee and her main course of bass (I think) tasted as bland as could be. All this for $75!
Sorry folks but fast food would be a way better option.    [25 Jan 2004 13:19:42]

Food: *   Service: **   Ambiance: ***   Overall: *
Recommended Dishes: Sorry-None!

     ­Tom , San Mateo   



Amazing Fine Dinning Experience
I have been to 231 Ellsworth many times, and I have to say that it is my favorite restaurant for fine dinning. Do yourself a treat and order the five course tasting menu with the wine paring. You will not find a better experience anywhere! If one of the items is not really what you want, just ask and they will gladly change it. (My wife won’t eat wild) I have not tried the Vegetarian option, but I just might next time. The wine paring are perfect too. Take a few hours to really enjoy it and treat it as an adventure. You will thank me…..    [27 Oct 2004 13:32:13]

Food: *****   Service: *****   Ambiance: *****   Overall: *****
Recommended Dishes: Roasted baby beet salad with baked goat cheese

     ­Michael   



Hidden Treasure Found in Downtown San Mateo
I must say, my dining experience at 231 Ellsworth last week was nothing lass than amazing. The combination of the professional service and exquisite food left a refreshing feeling in my mouth. By the end of the night, our stomachs were full, our minds stimulated and our souls filled with laughter and smiles.

If you’re looking for a excellent night, not just a special occasion, then this restaurant is worth checking out. The food is great, a touch out there but if you’re willing to open your mind as well as your mouth for superior cutting-edge food, then you’re in store for a treat.    [14 Apr 2007 22:25:55]

Food: *****   Service: *****   Ambiance: *****   Overall: *****
Recommended Dishes: Five-course tasting menu, halibut, mushroom tart

     ­Coleen   


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