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231 Ellsworth
- Restaurants
- San Mateo, CA
About this business
A fine dining eatery, 231 Ellsworth serves a variety of starters, salads and entrees. The restaurant manages a private room that can accommodate more than 30 people. It serves smoked salmon, roasted gold beets, cherry tomatoes and curried shallots. The restaurant also accepts online reservations. It provides assistance with floral and balloon arrangements for parties and occasions. The restaurant offers a selection of wines in San Mateo in California. In addition, it serves cauliflower cream, sauerkraut, spinach and poached ... read more
Location details
231 S Ellsworth Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94401, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | |
| Wed | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | |
| Thu | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | |
| Fri | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | |
| Sat | 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. | |
| Sun | Closed |
Get Ready for a 5 Stars Dining Experience – 231 Ellsworth has officially replaced Parcel 104 on my top 5 special occasion dining list (Peninsula & South Bay edition). I was requested by higher power to show some very important friends of my family a good time in the bay area. I was ready to splurge and I want nothing but the best. Alexander's steakhouse had been dined to death. Plumed Horse, Parcel 104 and Le Papillon are all a bit far for my guests coming from the city. After some careful research I have decided to bring th... read more
Listen to the waiter! Awesome experience, food, service...total package – My husband and I finally had a chance to dine here last week. Everything was incredible! We got there early, but had a chance to look at the menu in the window. They were not 100% ready at 5:30, but invited us in and got started on our drinks while they lit the candles on the tables. Inside it's a romantic setting with cozy booths lining the walls and tables arranged where you didn't feel cramped at all. They promtly brought out fresh, hot bread and ro... read more
Very disappointing – We, a large party, had a variety of dishes. Some had the 3-course tasting menu, which included an ahi starter, flat iron steak main course, and the chocolate cake for dessert. The ahi was average; the steak was tough, but at least had some seasoning; and the dessert was too sweet. Others had the fois gras 3 ways and salads for starters. The seared fois gras was at best average, the tureen and the custard fois gras were average. The salads were fine. Some ordered the American Kobe beef. This course looks ... read more
Don't wait for a special occasion ! – My wife and I just celebrated our anniversary at 231 Ellsworth, I must say that it was the nicest meal that we have had in a long time. We will certainly be back and more often.
Yes, there are many establishments that can serve a fine meal, but none, in my opinion, can compare with 231 Ellsworth. What sets them apart from the others? Attention to detail. The food is a tapestry of flavors woven with surprising and innovative flair. The service is impeccable: attentive but not invasive. The atmosphere is warm, contemporary without being flashy, and elegant yet relaxing. This is truly an experience worth repeating, and sharing with others!
An awesome dining experience – I've eaten at 231 Ellsworth many times, and have always had an amazing dining experience there. The wonderful combinations that the Executive Chef, Tim Hilt puts together are just fabulous..I especially liked the Ahi with the Sushi Rice Sorbet..I thought it was a very cool presentation and the food just melted in my mouth! The foie gras was pretty amazing as well..Definitely worth every penny, and a nice upscale dining option in downtown San Mateo.
231 Ellsworth is a Culinary Delight – Over the years, we've eaten at 231 Ellsworth on numerous occasions, sometimes for special events, but just as many times, if not more, simply because it's good. Having dined there over the last couple of decades, we are especially happy with the offerings of the current chef, Tim Hilt. He and his kitchen bring fresh, seasonally updated versions of classics with inventive twists and the presentation is at once elegant and whimsical. Most importantly, though, is that the food is delicious.... read more
World-Class Dining Right In San Mateo! – Why drive into the city when you can have a dining experience like this right in San Mateo? 231 Ellsworth sets the standard for fine dining on the Peninsula. With a wine list to die for, gracious and efficient service, and a tasting menu thats out of this world, this restaurant is the perfect choice for a special occasion or dinner with a client you wish to impress. On my most recent visit, I enjoyed the five-course tasting menu with winethe wine pairings were excellent and the food s... read more
No reason to dine here when San Francisco is only half an hour away – This is one of the most disappointing dining experiences I've ever had. After reading many good reviews, my wife and I decided to go to 231 Ellsworth for our anniversary dinner. I had the five course tasting menu and my wife had a crab ravioli starter, the filet mignon and the valrhona chocolate fondant. The tasting menu was mediocre: the ahi tuna and pork loin (as well as my wife's crab ravioli) had no flavor and could only be described as "fresh" three d... read more
Frequently asked questions about 231 Ellsworth
How is 231 Ellsworth rated?
231 Ellsworth has a 4 star rating with 47 reviews.
When is 231 Ellsworth open?
231 Ellsworth is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 11:30 a.m.
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