Foreigner

Foreigner is a trendy cafe located in San Mateo, CA, that offers a unique dining experience for breakfast and brunch enthusiasts. With a diverse menu featuring New American cuisine and many vegetarian options, Foreigner caters to a wide range of dietary preferences. The restaurant provides various amenities, including outdoor seating, free Wi-Fi, and QR code menus for convenient ordering. Additionally, Foreigner is Asian-owned and women-owned, adding a cultural and inclusive touch to its ambiance.

The reviews from satisfied customers like Sharon W., Oliver C., and Shayla T. highlight the delicious and creative dishes served at Foreigner. From the smoked salmon Benedict to the red velvet latte and tuna melt croffle, each item on the menu is crafted with attention to flavor and presentation. The combination of ingredients, such as the ham and burrata quiche and butternut squash tartine, showcases the culinary expertise of the chefs at Foreigner.

As a food reviewer, I was impressed by the quality and taste of the dishes at Foreigner. The friendly staff, cozy environment, and speedy service make it a must-visit brunch spot in the area. Whether you're craving a savory quiche or a sweet crepe, Foreigner has something for everyone. I highly recommend trying out their signature dishes and indulging in the vibrant dining experience they offer. Don't miss out on the opportunity to savor the unique flavors and enjoy a memorable meal at Foreigner.

Foreigner Menu

Location

Address: 60E 3rd Ave Ste 108 San Mateo, CA 94401
Phone: (650) 620-1888

🕓 Work Hours
MON 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
TUE 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
WED 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
THU 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
FRI 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
SAT 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
SUN 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Business info

  • Takes Reservations
    Yes
  • Offers Delivery
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Many Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accessible parking near entrance
    Yes
  • ADA-compliant main entrance
    Yes
  • steps or stairs
    Yes
  • ADA-compliant restroom
    Yes
  • QR code menus available
    Yes
  • Closed captioning on TVs
    Yes
  • ASL proficient
    No
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    Yes
  • Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Hipster, Casual, Trendy
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good for Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch
    Yes
  • Free Wi-Fi
    Yes
  • Beer & Wine Only
    Yes
  • Asian-owned
    Yes
  • Women-owned
    Yes
  • Covered Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Private Dining
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    No
  • Happy Hour
    No
  • Drive-Thru
    No
  • Dogs Not Allowed
    No
  • TV
    No
  • Heated Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes
  • Bring your own container allowed
    Yes
  • EV charging station available
    Yes
  • Plastic-free packaging
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Sharon W.

    10 August 2024

    I recently went for lunch on a Friday, it was quite busy! I ordered a smoked salmon Benedict, which seems to be my usual. Lightly dressed salad with a citrusy dressing, potatoes with tender cooked bell peppers and onions, plus a delicious smoked salmon Benedict. Outdoor dining is available, bring a jacket. My food came quickly but the server forgot to bring out my friend's meal so both of ours was cold by the time we asked about it and her order came out.

  • Author: Oliver C.

    07 August 2024

    I've been here quite a few times. This time, my wife wanted to celebrate her birthday with a family brunch. My wife likes the ube puff. My son usually eats the L'amour crepe (with bananas, strawberries, and Nutella) but it was not available. He ordered Ooh La La crepe instead. The crepe was very plain and disappointing . It had bananas inside and a very light drizzle of caramel. Not much flavor. I had the bacon quiche. It was ok, sort of bland. The side salad was good. My wife got the croque madam. That was delicious. The workers were all nice. It's a good brunch spot with some nice food.

  • Author: Haiyang H.

    06 August 2024

    Visited here for Saturday brunch with a friend. It was such a popular place. Lineup was long on a chilly Saturday morning. Menu was straightforward and not complete. I would recommend to browse the display of food in addition to the menu to get the full picture. Regardless, process is simple. Order at counter, get a disc, find a table, slam the disc over the sticker, then wait. Service was fast and speedy. Environment was cozy. Food was decent. Price was good. I got the salmon quiche to go. It was served the first and we tried some. Very creamy and nicely flavored. I ordered veggie scramble. Pretty solid brunch. Nice flavor and crusted bread. I got Americano. My friend got latte I believe. Flavor was good. Some parking available around. It is right in the downtown of San Mateo. So it might take some time during prime time. Good and solid place overall.

  • Author: Shayla T.

    06 August 2024

    LOVE LOVE LOVE! We were strolling around downtown San Mateo in search of a brunch spot and the floral interior caught our eyes. Upon entering, you order at the front, are given a pager to set on the sticker on your table, and food is delivered to you promptly. We decided to sit indoors where a HUGEEE projector was playing a sports channel. It almost reminded me of similar ambiance to Foreign Cinema in SF with the movie playing in the background! RED VELVET LATTE: beautiful artwork with whipped cream peaks. Rich and smooth with strong red velvet flavor and on the sweeter side DOLCE BARAKO: strong and fragrant! Less sweet than the red velvet but still had a touch of dolce. My bf's group went another time and said they prefer the hot drinks over the iced ones. There's a mojito latte on the menu that I'm SUPER interested in trying in the future! TUNA MELT CROFFLE: SOOO crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside of the croissant. They put the works in the tuna melt (look at that sauce drizzle!) HAM & BURRATA QUICHE: This is the best quiche I've ever had from a brunch place. It was perfectly fluffy and the cheese was nicely incorporated to where it didn't feel like I was chomping on cheese chunks but instead, each bite was infused with warm soft melty goodness. They also don't skimp out on the ham so each bite was perf. I was also pleasantly surprised by the salad tossed with a light drizzle of vinaigrette that paired well with the richness of the quiche 10/10 would go again! Also fairly priced for the quality of food, drinks, and ambiance!

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