Park & Howard Bistro

4.8

1303 Reviews

$30 and under

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2 people

21 Dec 2024

23:30

Booked 22 times today

Good for business meals
Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions

Park & Howard Bistro located on the corner of Park and Howard Ave in Burlingame CA and featuring fresh seasonal American cuisine. We offer a carefully chosen eclectic world wide wine list. Park & Howard Bistro has a decidedly understated rustic motif, linen tables clothes, hardwood floors, intimate leather booths , & rich mahogany wood accents and is an affordable sophisticated, fun dining experience. Park & Howard Bistro also has intimate private dining rooms perfect for that corporate presentation, business meeting, wedding rehearsal dinner, retirement celebrations ,anniversary dinner, or any special function you may have in mind. Check out our private wine cellar room which seats up to 12 people for that extra special dining experience.
The lunch menu is full of wonderful seasonal pairings salads, sandwiches and entrees. Service is approachable, knowledgeable, attentive and friendly, in a comfortable atmosphere

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Bistro, American
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(650) 567-6080
Website
http://www.parkhowardbistro.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Edgar Fuentes

Location
1300 Howard Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010-4211
Area
Burlingame
Cross Street
Bank of West
Parking details
surrounded by public parking
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Popular dishes

House Made Soup of the Day CupUS$8.00
Cheese & CharcuterieUS$18.00
Cheeses: (Port Wine Derby, Tartufata & Humboldt Fog). Charcuterries: (Speck, Coppa, San Daniel Prosciutto) Mustard, Olives & Crackers
- 3 forUS$18.00
- 5 forUS$28.00
Grilled Artichoke* **US$16.00
Crumble Feta Cheese, Watermelon Radish, Organic Mix Green & Fresh Oregano-Lemon Vinaigrette
Grilled Prawns*US$18.00
Triangles Puff Pastry, Teriyaki & Sweet-Chili Sauce
Burrata Cheese*US$16.00
Di Stefano Burrata, Caponata, Lemon Pesto & Pine Nuts
Roasted Lamb Riblet*US$17.00
Home Made Oregano Lemon Pesto & Tamarind Glaze
Hamachi Crudo*US$18.00
Sushi Grade Yellowtail, Avocado Mousse, Soy Dressing & Chili- Chives Drizzle Lemon Olive Oil
Mediterranean Spiced MeatballsUS$18.00
Fresh Basil, Tomato Concassed, Parmesan Cheese & Marinara Sauce
Crab CakesUS$21.00
Mango, Hash Avocado, Cucumber Salad, Petite Sea Grass & Chili-Lime Aioli
Beef Tartar (Raw)*US$22.00
Chopped Filet Mignon, Capers, Red Onion, Dijon Mustard, Drizzle White Truffle Oil & Crostini
Red Wine Braised Grilled Octopus*US$22.00
Celery, Carrots, Red Onion & Fresh Oregano, Garlic, Lemon Dressing

Salads

Living Butter Lettuce* **US$16.00
Blood Orange, Almonds, Raisins & Citrus-Ginger Vinaigrette
Caesar* **US$14.00
Petite Hearts of Romaine, Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese, Croutons & Classic Caesar Dressing
Roasted Red & Gold Beets* **US$16.00
Arugula, Goat Cheese, Toasted Walnuts & Raspberry Vinaigrette
Baby Kale* **US$15.00
Toasted Pecans, Dates, Manchego Cheese, Cherry Tomato & White Balsamic Vinaigrette

Entrees

add Mushroom $3, add bacon $3, add Avocado $3

Seared Scallops*US$42.00
Shaved Asparagus, Sweet Corn, Peas, Sun Dried Pesto Risotto, Caramelized Tomato & Balsamic Glaze
Grilled Lamb Chops*US$48.00
Thyme-Rosemary Roasted Potato, French Green Beans & Rosemary Veal Demi Glaze
Pan Seared Salmon*US$35.00
Pignoli Couscous, Shaved Asparagus, Grilled Artichoke & Peperonata Sauce
Grilled Bone-In Rib-Eye Steak*US$54.00
Short Rib Hash Brow Cake, Red Swiss Chard, Red Wine Veal Demi Glaze
- 18ozUS$54.00
Fennel & Coriander Crust Seared Ahi Tuna*US$38.00
Mango-Cucumber Salad, Frisee, Cherry Tomato, Avocado & Teriyaki Glaze
Lemon-Pepper Crusted Duck Breast*US$38.00
Purple Cauliflower Puree, Rainbow Carrots, Cranberry Potato Cake & Cherry Port Wine
Grilled Filet Mignon*US$46.00
Roasted Marble Potato, Sauteed Spinach, Cassis Glazed Shallots & Stilton Butter
Baby Back Ribs*US$32.00
Home Made Corn Bread, Apple- Cabbage Slaw & B.B.Q. Sauce
Risotto* **US$26.00
Wild Mushrooms, Tartufata, Shaved Asparagus, Peas & Drizzle White Truffle Oil
Fresh Tagliatelle PastaUS$30.00
Smoked Short Rib Ragu, Mire Poix, Torched Burrata & Gremolata
Sesame Seed-Panko Fried Whole Branzino*US$38.00
Moscato Pickle Fennel, Sweet Pepper, Dill, Red Radish & Pepper Agredolce
Crab & Shrimp RavioliUS$32.00
Vodka Cream Sauce, Chives, Crispy Guanciale & Herb Crusted Tomato Gratin
Spaghetti MeatballsUS$26.00
Mediterranean Spiced Meatballs, Fresh Basil, Marinara Sauce & Parmesan Cheese
Harris Ranch Beef Burger*US$22.00
Cheddar Cheese & Gremolata French Fries

Sides

Gremolata French FriesUS$6.00
Brussel Sprouts ChipsUS$7.00
Maui Onion RingsUS$6.00
Sauteed SpinachUS$8.00
Roasted Marble PotatoUS$6.00
Rainbow Baby CarrotsUS$8.00
Sauteed Swiss ChardUS$8.00
French Green BeansUS$8.00

What 1,303 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Peninsula
Best Food

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Park & Howard Bistro offers a delightful culinary experience with "excellent food" and "superb service." Guests praise its Mediterranean vibe and the "wonderful" selection of wines and cocktails. The ambiance is perfect for both intimate dinners and group gatherings. While some mention noise levels, the overall dining experience remains "outstanding."

1,303 Reviews

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David
San Francisco
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food and service were both top notch. We were seated by the front door and literally next to the host stand which both were not optimum. The only other issue is the noise level from everyone in the restaurant was so high that we had difficulty communicating. I would recommend they hire an acoustical expert and place sound deadening material around the place to knock down the chatter. But I must say the food was phenomenal.
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kathy
San Francisco
46 reviews
5.0
46 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food. Manager checked in several times to see how things were going. During the holiday season parking is extremely difficult but normally not that bad. Also during the holidays it can be extremely loud but outside that time noise level is average for a busy restaurant. Would recommend for both lunch and dinner.
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Andrea
VIP
San Francisco
33 reviews
4.0
33 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service is attentive, Cocktails & Wine offerings are solid.
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Michele
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were excellent. This is a very nice venue for a dinner with family or friends.
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Eva
VIP
San Francisco
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Appetizers were great but the three of us got halibut and it was overcooked/well done and dry. Flavor was good. It’s a shame that the fish was overcooked. Lamb chops was good and filet mignon.
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Danelle
VIP
San Francisco
71 reviews
4.0
71 reviews
Dined on 10 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
It was very noisy and cold We sat next to a table with very boisterous people The door kept opening and we were quite cold We plan to join you later in the lunchtime and request a table in the side room
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Mollyrose
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere food and service. Highly recommend.
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Jeffrey
San Francisco
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Very attentive service, at times a little rushed. Tee food was very good. It's a small space and while there were a couple of tables with 10 or more people, we were one, it was a little tight trying to get to other tables.
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Barb
Greater Boston
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 5 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Rushed us. Pricey dinner that was done in less than an hour.
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Lingyee
VIP
San Francisco
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on 3 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything on the menu is great. I opted out of the portabella mushroom sandwich which I usually have and went back to the old standby of beet salad with prawns added.
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Park & Howard Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 567-6080.

Park & Howard Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 1303 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

21 Dec 2024

23:30

Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1300 Howard Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010-4211

Additional information

Cross Street
Bank of West
Area
Burlingame
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Bistro, American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
surrounded by public parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Edgar Fuentes
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.parkhowardbistro.com/
Phone number
(650) 567-6080

Park & Howard Bistro

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Grilled Salmon

Warm Toffee Bread Pudding

Grilled Prawns

Starters

House Made Soup of the Day CupUS$8.00

Cheese & CharcuterieUS$18.00

Grilled Artichoke* **US$16.00

Grilled Prawns*US$18.00

Burrata Cheese*US$16.00

Roasted Lamb Riblet*US$17.00

Hamachi Crudo*US$18.00

Mediterranean Spiced MeatballsUS$18.00

Crab CakesUS$21.00

Beef Tartar (Raw)*US$22.00

Red Wine Braised Grilled Octopus*US$22.00

Salads

Living Butter Lettuce* **US$16.00

Caesar* **US$14.00

Roasted Red & Gold Beets* **US$16.00

Baby Kale* **US$15.00

Entrees

Seared Scallops*US$42.00

Grilled Lamb Chops*US$48.00

Pan Seared Salmon*US$35.00

Grilled Bone-In Rib-Eye Steak*US$54.00

Fennel & Coriander Crust Seared Ahi Tuna*US$38.00

Lemon-Pepper Crusted Duck Breast*US$38.00

Grilled Filet Mignon*US$46.00

Baby Back Ribs*US$32.00

Risotto* **US$26.00

Fresh Tagliatelle PastaUS$30.00

Sesame Seed-Panko Fried Whole Branzino*US$38.00

Crab & Shrimp RavioliUS$32.00

Spaghetti MeatballsUS$26.00

Harris Ranch Beef Burger*US$22.00

Sides

Gremolata French FriesUS$6.00

Brussel Sprouts ChipsUS$7.00

Maui Onion RingsUS$6.00

Sauteed SpinachUS$8.00

Roasted Marble PotatoUS$6.00

Rainbow Baby CarrotsUS$8.00

Sauteed Swiss ChardUS$8.00

French Green BeansUS$8.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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