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Flores - San Mateo, San Mateo, CA

Flores - San Mateo

4.4
4.4
88 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
Step into the heart of Mexican tradition at Flores - San Mateo, nestled in the stunning San Francisco Bay Area gem of San Mateo, California. Our menu, a vibrant tapestry of traditional Mexican dishes, bridges the culinary gap between The Gulf and The Pacific. This commitment to traditional Mexican cuisine is mirrored in our beverage selection and the restaurant's design, creating an experience that truly honors Mexico's rich culinary culture.

4% surcharge will be added to all guest checks for employee benefit, including health insurance, commuter benefit, sick days, and minimum wage ordinance.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 418-9742
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Area
    San Mateo
  • Cross Street
    El Camino Real and 31st Avenue, within the Hillsdale Mall
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    El Camino Real & 31st Ave
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

What 88 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Flores in San Mateo offers "delicious food" and "excellent service" in a vibrant atmosphere. The outdoor seating is a hit, providing a pleasant dining experience. Guests rave about the "yummy cocktails" and flavorful dishes, including tacos and guacamole. While some found service inconsistent, many express a desire to return.

88 Reviews
  1. FCdinenwine

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service and the food is simply delicious!

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  2. Jennifer

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Love everything about Flores but for dinner it is a little dark!

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  3. Johanna

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 27 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall, the food was very good. Their tacos were yummy and their chips and salsa are really great. Their Carnitas were really good and so were their chicken enchiladas. Was not so impressed with the guacamole because it had a lot of other stuff in it not just avocado and spices. Also, the rice wasn’t terribly exciting, but it wasn’t bad. The service was outstanding. The cocktails were great and I think it’s a fun place to go eat and the food is good

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  4. Holly

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 27 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Chile special was excellent. Chicken enchiladas were not. Palomas are always good. Service was spotty.

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  5. Bryn

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good venue for catch-up lunch with a friend 'cos must be quiet so's can talk comfortably.

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  6. S

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Limited menu with average tasting food. We had a large party of 13 people and Flores would not split the bill so we had difficulty in determining each person's portion of the bill. Service was slow even though there were few other patrons. Members of my party felt the food was overpriced and there was also a 4% employee benefits additional charge automatically added to the bill. We paid it but think this additional charge should be included in the menu pricing.

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  7. Michelle

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tomas was our waiter. Fantastic job. Friendly, efficient and the food was awesome!

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  8. Connor

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place food always is fantastic and the workers are friendly and know their stuff. so much better than Pinstripes.

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  9. Terence

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Ivan, was fantastic—attentive and friendly. From appetizers to desserts, everything exceeded our expectations. I can't recommend this place enough; it's a must-visit for great service and delicious food!

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  10. Tracy

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 28 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We ate on Weekday after peak lunch time. Was a pretty quiet time and and a Monday. Enjoyed everything. Was greeted nicely when we arrived. A very nice addition to have at the mall.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today

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Google Map for Flores - San Mateo

4 Hillsdale Mall, San Mateo, CA 94403

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    El Camino Real and 31st Avenue, within the Hillsdale Mall
  • Area
    San Mateo
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    El Camino Real & 31st Ave
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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