Location: Colma
Top Restaurants in Colma
Colma Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Colma
Colma is a small incorporated town in San Mateo County, California, near the northern end of the San Francisco Peninsula in the San Francisco Bay Area. The population was 1,792 at the 2010 census. The town was founded as a necropolis in 1924.
Things to do in Colma
1. Mazzetti's Bakery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By 415Mark650 - San Mateo, California
In a town usually shrouded in heavy fog, Mazzetti's shines brightly. From the outside, this is a typical bakery, but upon entering, it won't take long to realize that this place is firing on all cylinders. Their cakes are world class, their pastries are divine, their cookies are lovely and their cupcakes are outrageous. I've never tried anything that wasn't terrific, and the steady flow of customers from morning till closing time is testament that plenty of people know the secret. And that secret? Mazzetti's is quite simply one of the best there is. Oh, and one more tiny thing: They always decorate for the season. So it's adorable, as well!
2. Sodini's Bertolucci's
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 223 reviews
Reviewed By A TripAdvisor Member
We visited with a family group of 7 on a weekend evening. We did have reservations and were seated and served promptly. Our party (including someone with some dietary needs) ordered a variety of items from the lengthy menu. Everyone seemed to like their choices. Of particular note were the caprese salad (appetizer), clam & linguine entree, meat filled ravioli with marinara, veal parmesan and eggplant casserole. Our table also enjoyed several desserts: a beautiful berry tart with a Chantilly cream layer and an abragato (yummy vanilla bean ice cream served in a medium sized glass tumbler with espresso and whipped cream on top) were two of them. A very minor nitpick - their parmesan cheese was the pre-grated type just put out in a small bowl for the table; we would have appreciated the freshness of on-the-spot shaving. Overall we really liked this traditional establishment.
3. Don of The Bimini Twist
Overall Ratings
5 based on 270 reviews
Fishmonger and professional cook focused on the elements of the sea.<br>Working as a fishmonger at the Santa Cruz Harbor and Bay Area Farmers Markets<br>ignited my passion for working with fresh, seasonal and sustainable ingredients.
Reviewed By GinaB95380 - Turlock, California
Don and his team were wonderful! Been meaning to do this review a lot sooner, my apologizes. We reserved for two couples and enjoyed ourselves so much. Food is absolutely delish. Treat yourself to an exceptional meal at a very reasonable price. You are dining privately with about 20 people. It's a great experience and the meal is off the hook! Cheers!
4. Original Joe's Westlake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By FredN47 - Walnut Creek, California
This was my first time back since Original Joe's took over a couple of years ago. I was pleasantly surprised. We had the Joe's Special thaws yummy. Spinach, scrambled eggs, ground beef, mushrooms. My favorite. Plenty of parking the service was super also
5. Black Bear Diner
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By beyardoe - South San Francisco, California
Waited about 10 minutes for a table. Black Bear Diner was busy. There is a full menu from a big breakfast to small salads. The wait was worth it! The service was a little slow but the meal portions made up for it. There are also a bakery we’re you can get pies or muffins to go. The Diner is wheelchair accessible & kid friendly. There is a Mrs Black Bear that goes around the Diner to greet the kids. Prices are good! This is a must at least one time.
6. Colombo's Delicatessen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By Cassandra B - Mountain View, California
While they do have great traditional sandwiches and a super impressive display of sides the real fun of this place is taking the chance on some of their signature sandwiches. They don't rush it so the food is always delicious and made perfectly every Time!
7. Mitchell's Ice Cream
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 198 reviews
Reviewed By Arthur G - Scarsdale, New York
My wife and I got lucky today! We walked into Mitchell’s Ice Cream store and only had to wait 10 minutes to order one of the most delicious ice cream I can recall tasting: espresso toffee crunch! The texture and flavor was awesome! And the selection of choices was mesmerizing!
8. Buon Gusto Ristorante
Overall Ratings
4 based on 279 reviews
Reviewed By Amy S
We visited for dinner on a Friday evening with the kids. We were greeted by the owner, who also entertained us at our table with some magic for the kids. Really lovely. Servers were very pleasant, the food was very good. We will be back!
9. Boulevard Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 138 reviews
Reviewed By Olivia K - San Francisco, California
FACT: Boulevard doesn't know what is parmesan cheese. On 3 separate times, someone in our party had ordered pasta and requested parmesan cheese, BTW not one server ever offered parmesan cheese. And each time, without fail, the server would bring a bowl of shredded mozzarella. What is this?
Unfortunately this was our 3rd and last time dining here. The first time we came here in November 2017 for my father's birthday dinner was fine. The salmon orzo and bacon wedge salad is great but after 2 disappointing dinners, we will not be dining at Boulevard cafe anymore.
FACT: If you order off the Early Bird Dinner special, it claims to come with coffee or tea, etc. On 3 different visits, it was never offered. You have to remind the servers of what you're supposed to receive.
Highlight: There is one gentleman, a busser in his 50's with maybe an Italian, European or Latin accent. Now this guy is great! He came around every time to see if we were okay, to change dirty plates. Put this guy in management! He knows what he's doing!
10. Jack's Restaurant and Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 204 reviews
We’re here seven days a week. We want you to feel comfortable coming in any time. All of those days. For breakfast, lunch or dinner. We want to be the place you come to for an omelet and coffee before work, a cocktail and appetizers after, a quick bite for lunch or dinner, or a burger and a beer before or after the movie. We want to be the place for a dressed-up meal when you’re trying to impress that special someone. And we want to be the place where you hold your business meetings or celebrate life’s milestones — birthdays, graduations, engagements, weddings and more.
Reviewed By backpacker31 - Boynton Beach, Florida
I had just arrived in SF after a cross-country flight and was starved. I was looking for some traditional ‘American’ cuisine. I saw the online menu at Jack’s and walked over from my nearby motel. I’m glad I did. I thoroughly enjoyed the meatloaf which was served atop mashed potatoes, topped with crispy onion rings. I ordered a side salad which was very good. My server, Jonathan, was most professional and friendly. The atmosphere can be described as an upscale diner. Prices are not cheap, but fair for the quality and amount of food received.
