Last updated: 2025-05-06
Redwood City’s culinary landscape offers an unexpected treasure trove of sophisticated dining experiences. From intimate bistros to innovative restaurants, local food enthusiasts can explore a diverse range of gourmet destinations that showcase exceptional regional flavors and culinary craftsmanship.
Peninsula dining transcends ordinary expectations, with carefully curated menus that blend local ingredients and global techniques. Each restaurant represents a unique gastronomic journey, reflecting the area’s sophisticated palate and commitment to exceptional dining experiences.
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Featured Fine Dining Spots in Redwood City
- Selby's (Menlo Park)
- Arya Steakhouse - Palo Alto (Palo Alto)
- Zola + BarZola (Palo Alto)
- Iron Gate (Belmont)
- Hurrica Restaurant & Bar at Westpoint Harbor
- West Park Bistro (San Carlos)
- Nagai Edomae Sushi
- The Bottleshop
Arya Steakhouse - Palo Alto (Palo Alto)
What to Expect
In-house aged Prime steaks with Persian culinary influences
Description
A Persian-inspired steakhouse featuring hand-cut Prime steaks aged in-house for 28 days, set in an elegant dining room adorned with Persian art and tapestries. Offers two private dining rooms and a menu blending traditional Iranian flavors with premium beef cuts, all prepared halal.
Where: Palo Alto | More Info: Arya Steakhouse - Palo Alto
Hurrica Restaurant & Bar at Westpoint Harbor
What to Expect
Waterfront live-fire culinary experience with harbor panoramas
Description
A modern waterfront fancy restaurant nestled at Westpoint Harbor, Hurrica offers a live-fire culinary experience with spectacular harbor views. The elegant dining space channels the glamorous spirit of the historic Hurrica V sailing yacht, featuring comfortable sophistication and a maritime-inspired atmosphere.
Where: Redwood City | More Info: Hurrica Restaurant & Bar at Westpoint Harbor
Iron Gate (Belmont)
What to Expect
Expansive wine cellar with constantly updated international selections
Description
Nestled in Belmont, Iron Gate offers an intimate French Continental dining experience in a historic restaurant dating back to the 1950s. The restaurant features an extensive wine cellar with carefully curated French, Italian, and California vintages, paired meticulously with sophisticated continental cuisine by owners Dimitrios and Kaveh.
Where: Belmont | More Info: Iron Gate
Nagai Edomae Sushi
What to Expect
Omakase sushi by third-generation Japanese fisherman's son
Description
An intimate omakase sushi experience featuring Tokyo-trained Chef Tomonori Nagai's generational expertise in Edomae-style sushi. The restaurant showcases pristine seafood sourced through a family legacy of fishermen, with meticulous preparation highlighting traditional Japanese techniques refined across global high-end kitchens.
Where: Redwood City | More Info: Nagai Edomae Sushi
Selby's (Menlo Park)
What to Expect
White-glove tableside service with seasonal, technique-driven cuisine
Description
Nestled in an elegant dining room, Selby's offers a sophisticated culinary experience featuring meticulously crafted dishes served with white-glove precision. The restaurant provides an intimate, refined atmosphere with carefully curated menus that showcase seasonal ingredients and expert technique. Tableside service and an immersive dining environment elevate the gastronomic journey.
Where: Menlo Park | More Info: Selby's
The Bottleshop
What to Expect
Michelin star-trained chef with expansive global wine collection
Description
An intimate wine bar and restaurant featuring a Michelin star-trained chef, offering seasonal Bay Area cuisine and an expertly curated wine selection of over 250 global wines. The open kitchen and cozy dining room create an inviting atmosphere where guests can explore rare wine selections and locally sourced dishes.
Where: Redwood City | More Info: The Bottleshop
West Park Bistro (San Carlos)
What to Expect
Award-winning wine collection with contemporary American-fusion cuisine
Description
A contemporary American-fusion bistro in downtown San Carlos featuring locally sourced produce and an award-winning wine collection. The restaurant offers a warm atmosphere with an outdoor patio, contemporary design, and a menu that blends fresh seasonal ingredients with innovative culinary techniques.
Where: San Carlos | More Info: West Park Bistro
Zola + BarZola (Palo Alto)
What to Expect
California-inspired cuisine with seasonal ingredient focus
Description
Zola + BarZola offers an intimate, modern dining experience in downtown Palo Alto, featuring California-inspired cuisine prepared with precision in an elegant, contemporary space. The restaurant showcases locally sourced ingredients through seasonally changing menus and features an adjacent craft cocktail bar with sophisticated small plates.
Where: Palo Alto | More Info: Zola + BarZola
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