Paul Martin's America - San Mateo

I had garnished the seafood tacos and they were epic. I know it's just two, but trust me, I'm a big kerl 6’4”, and that was a lot to lunch. I might have had a third. great atmosphere and great service!

Update Nov 2022 Paul Martin 's, when it first opened, was phenomenal for the price vs quality of food and service. And yes, just like gravity, it is clear that it wasn 't sustainable. Visited this place recently and service had drastically been more sparse and slow, food was quite good for the price point but it was clear everything was being rushed and mechanical (the same feeling you get at Cheesecake Factory where sushi ain 't really sushi). Service was so slow that we didn 't even want to bother waiting for the kid 's ice cream which is free. They also forgot one of our orders and then right before the check, brought it out in a jiffy as I mentioned it. I would still say awesome value for the money but go at less busier times? Notching it down to 3 stars (from 5). I know this is a larger chain and serves comfort food in equation like taboo. However you have to give 5 stars here. First of all, this place is like a better version of CheeseCakeFactory or TGI Fridays in terms of food and atmosphere. It is contemporary but isn 't shy to serve up a greasy Monte Cristo sandwich which is heartful. Presentation again fits the modern look and feel but then there is heart in the cooking and the way they handle children 's meal. Due to the dark color and atmosphere, one might feel that this is more for a modern young crowd that likes to go out on parties. And it very well may be. But surprisingly, families have a great time and I see families coming back with kids time after time. Finally the price. Very very reasonable considering atmosphere and food quality. Definitely will return.

Do not recommend this place!!!! the service is bad, we waited 40 minutes for the order and brought not what we ordered. food prices are crazy, food quality is disgusting. They put a black avocado in my salad. I don't understand where the chefs are looking. The atmosphere of the establishment is good, but in all other respects, in terms of service and prices, it is a complete failure.

Great food attention for customers and great decor was really a great time and I am really impressed by the service there, we will come back and say friends in san jose!

Our service was great. We ordered from the Mother's Day brunch menu. I ordered a virgin cocktail and it was really good. The food wasn't so great. All of our dishes were under seasoned. My daughter and I ordered the omlette and neither of us liked it.