# Lunch spots in Downtown > A lunch break that feels like a proper pause in your day rather than a rushed transaction. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/california/san-mateo/downtown/best-lunch-spot ## Places (9) ### 1. Colander Kitchens Space blends chic and homey design with a cool coffee bar in an old pick-up truck and sea green tile bar. Lunch offers perfectly cooked Miso COD and tasty steak and spam musubi. Seating suits solo diners and groups, with plants adding calm and comfort. - Address: 50 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/ColanderKitchens ### 2. No.5 House Small space with in-house dumpling making and clean, tasteful décor creates a chill, relaxing vibe reminiscent of a Taipei street market. The menu leans toward Northern Chinese flavors despite Taiwanese labeling, featuring standout dishes like pan-fried bao and authentic beef noodle soup. Seating is limited, and ordering happens via QR code at the table. - Address: 5 S Ellsworth Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/No5-House ### 3. Curry Pizza House San Mateo Small pizza spot shines with creative curry-flavored pizzas and a vibrant purple mural. Lunch specials offer great value with quick service. Cozy, clean space keeps music low for easy conversation. - Address: 135 S B St, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/CurryPizzaHouseSanMateo ### 4. Rin-Tei Small Asian fusion spot blends Japanese style with Southeast Asian vibes. Cozy, minimalist wooden decor creates a calming atmosphere. Perfect for lunch with intimate seating that feels relaxed and homey. - Address: 104 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Rin-Tei ### 5. MalaTown Express 自选麻辣烫 Bright and modern with a self-serve sauce bar for customization. Cozy and welcoming, it offers large bowls at an affordable price. Perfect for lunch with a solo diner nook and usually open seating even on busy days. - Address: 77 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/MalaTown-Express-自选麻辣烫 ### 6. Suruki Supermarket Small space with narrow aisles feels busy but shelves stay spotless and stocked with fresh sashimi and sushi-grade fish. Offers Junmai Daiginjo sake and Japanese groceries. Lunch options include bento boxes and chicken Karaage at reasonable prices. - Address: 71 E 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/SurukiSupermarket ### 7. NI-MO Japanese Cuisine Small sushi spot shines with large bento boxes featuring tempura and sashimi at great prices. Quiet weekday lunch crowd lets you enjoy the outdoor patio perfect for people watching. Clean, pretty atmosphere makes it a relaxing lunch choice. - Address: 77 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/NI-MO-Japanese-Cuisine ### 8. Udon Mugizo - San Mateo Japanese spot shines with modern interior and bonsai lighting. Lunch draws crowds with curry udon and corn fritters in kids meals. Outdoor seating welcomes dogs, boosting its family-friendly vibe. - Address: 73 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Udon-Mugizo---San-Mateo ### 9. Ten Seconds Yunnan Rice Noodle Bright, clean space offers authentic Yunnan noodles with light broth and chewy texture. Lunch specials keep full-size portions at lower prices, perfect for midday meals. Self-seating and QR ordering make service smooth despite the name's promise of speed. - Address: 215 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TenSecondsYunnanRiceNoodle7 ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.