Flores - San Mateo

4.4

125 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 50 times today

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

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.

Additional information

Location
4 Hillsdale Mall, San Mateo, CA 94403
Phone number
(650) 418-9742
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
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Delivery & takeout
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What 125 people are saying

Flores - San Mateo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
4Value

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Review summary

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Flores - San Mateo offers a vibrant dining experience with "delicious food" and "great service." The ambiance is lively, though sometimes loud. Guests rave about the "outstanding" guacamole, carnitas, and margaritas. While service can be slow, the friendly staff and tasty dishes make it a "must-visit" spot.

125 Reviews

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Mari
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First timer and we loved the whole experience!!!!!!!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I always love the ambiance and the service is top shelf
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Karen
San Francisco15 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always the food was excellent but tonight we had a server named Megan and she was really excellent! Fun, efficient and her recommendations nailed it!!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco1 review
2.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Service was very slow , server not attentive, we had to call her attention a lot of times never even bothered to check on us
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Karen
San Francisco15 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was excellent. Every time we go ... not just a hit and miss... excellent every time!
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Laurent VIP
San Francisco11 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious Chilaquiles and Huarache for a Sunday brunch…
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Sara
San Francisco4 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
very nice staff the food is good although the carnitas were dry compared to the last time we ate there shortly after the restaurant opened. our grandson was pleased with the burrito off the kids menu the quesadillas off the kids menu was a corn tortilla with queso/ lees appealing to the other child with us
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Marcy
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a wonderful find this restaurant was! Beautiful setting, warm, attentive service, and some of the freshest flavors ever. The salsas, the flavor of the food, the burst of lime in the margaritas —everything we sampled was bright, fresh and delicious. I can’t wait to go back.
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Desma VIP
San Francisco10 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I found the cocktails weak or watered down. We ordered the mixed grilled meat plate and I wasn’t a fan of the chorizo but the steak was cooked to perfection.
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Dawna
San Francisco3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Flores has added delicious new item to their already delicious menu. The Ceviche was so good. With crunchy cucumbers and yummy avocado. Our dinner was delicious. I had my usual fish taco. My husband had the new item of brisket quesadillas with a dipping sauce he said was slightly spicy and delicious.
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Flores - San Mateo is rated 4.4 stars by 125 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 50 times today

4 Hillsdale Mall, San Mateo, CA 94403

Additional information

Phone number
(650) 418-9742
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
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Flores - San Mateo

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