Best of Burlingame Avenue - Restaurants & Cafes

The main commercial street and heart of the city's downtown, Burlingame Avenue is home to a delightful and diverse variety of restaurants, cafes, bakeries, and coffee shops.

Restaurants

• Pizzeria Delfina - A local, San Francisco-based chain known for its Neapolitan-style pizzas, with popular menu items including the Margherita Pizza, Clam Pie, and Prosciutto Pie, as well as seasonal salads and small plates.
• Mingalaba Restaurant - Offers a blend of traditional Burmese and Chinese cuisine, with customer favorites like Tea Leaf Salad, Paratha with Curry Dip, and Burmese Style Garlic Noodles
• Crepevine Restaurant - A popular NorCal creperie chain. Popular picks include the Santorini Crepe filled with feta, spinach, and olives, the California Crepe with chicken and avocado, and the Nutella Crepe with strawberries and bananas.
• Stella - A cozy, rustic spot focused on Northern Italian cuisine and flavors of the Alps. Popular menu items include the Braised Short Rib Ravioli, Gnocchi in Gorgonzola Cream Sauce, Osso Buco Di Vitello, and the Lasagna della Casa.
• Sapore - Known for its authentic Italian atmosphere and homemade pastas, with popular menu items including the Spaghetti Carbonara, Fettuccine Bolognese, and Gnocchi Gorgonzola.
• Tuna Kahuna - A go-to spot for fresh, customizable poke bowls with a Hawaiian twist. Popular options include the Signature Bowl with Spicy Chili Garlic and the Yuzu Salmon Bowl. A Chef’s Table dinner experience on weekends serves elevated dishes like Seared Hokkaido Scallops and Uni Carbonara.
• Urban Kitchen - A fresh and inventive twist on comfort food, made with locally sourced ingredients. Customer favorites include the Urban Ribeye Burger with caramelized onion jam and truffle fries, the Nashville Spicy Chicken Sandwich, and the Salmon Miso Bowl.
• Limon - This popular, family-owned local chain offers a modern take on traditional Peruvian cuisine. Try the Ceviche Limón (fresh seafood in a tangy leche de tigre), the flavorful Pollo a la Brasa rotisserie chicken, or the Lomo Saltado (wok-fried beef with vegetables and fries).
• Flights Restaurant By Alex Hult - Founded by Alex Hult, this spot offers dishes and drinks are served in "flights" of three, mimicking the aviation-inspired decor. Favorites include the Margarita Flight, Mac & Cheese Flight, and the Ahi Tuna Flight.
• Cafe Cherimoya -Vietnamese and Japanese-inspired dishes, with popular menu items ranging from BBQ Pork Banh Mi and Garlic Noodle Chicken to Japanese Curry.

Cafes, Coffee Shops, & Bakeries

• Caffe Central - Serves fresh and super-flavorful breakfast and lunch, with popular dishes like Smoked Salmon Toast with Avocado, Salmon Eggs Benedict, and the health-conscious Goddess Bowl.
• Philz Coffee - A popular spot for specialty coffee. Known for its handcrafted, individually brewed cups and custom offerings like the rich Philtered Soul and Mint Mojito Iced Coffee.
• Alana's Cafe - Located in one of the oldest buildings in Burlingame, Alana's has been serving breakfast and lunch since 1993. Try the Swedish Oatmeal Pancakes (served with lingonberries or warm cinnamon apples) or the Huevos Rancheros.
• Copenhagen Bakery & Cafe - Offers European-inspired baked goods, self-serve coffee, and a cozy atmosphere, with popular menu items like their signature Princess Cake, flaky Danish pastries, and a variety of fresh sandwiches.
• Maison Alyzee - Bringing a piece of Paris to downtown Burlingame, this spot offers handcrafted French pastries, breads, and light cuisine. Customer faves include the Chocolate Hazelnut Croissant, Quiche Lorraine, and their Signature Chocolate Tart.
• Caffe Stellato - A huge range of delicious Italian specialty sandwiches and fresh salads, plus coffee, espresso, teas, and other drinks.

Sweet Treats

• Busy Lizzy’s Baked Goods - Charming bakery known for its homemade, made-from scratch cookies and desserts. Customers love the Browned Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie, decadent S'mores Bar, signature Banana Bread, and more.
• Salt & Straw - Popular specialty ice cream chain known for surprising ingredients and seasonal specialties, with fan-favorite menu items like Honey Lavender, Salted, Malted, and the adventurous Strawberry Honey Balsamic with Black Pepper.
• The Cakery - Beautifully crafted custom cakes and a wide range of desserts, including popular menu items like the Mango Mousse Cake and the Fresh Fruit Tart.
• Caffe Stellato - Offers over 60 flavors of artisanal, handcrafted Italian Gelato, with popular choices like Black Sesame, Lychee, Passionfruit, and more.

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