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San Mateo, CA, United States

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Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through March 2026.

How much does a restaurant cost to rent in San Mateo?

Restaurants in San Mateo average $118 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $136, whereas larger venues run about $3242 per hour.

What's the best day to rent a restaurant in San Mateo?

Saturdays are the most popular day for booking restaurants in San Mateo. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Sunday and Saturday as these days are 1% cheaper on average.

How popular are restaurants in San Mateo?

Our local hosts have welcomed 1460 people into their restaurants with reviews averaging 4.91 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 96%.

How long do people rent restaurants in San Mateo?

Most restaurants are scheduled for 6 hours, with 32 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Restaurants starting between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM.

Reviews for restaurants

Stefanie C.
Lots of Light Mission Loft
sqft again and 3 restrooms!! There are labels and directions if ever found in a pinch (never) and Peter is quick to respond. Several eateries and coffee shops if you choose to go offsite in between sessions, we catered in but didn't have an issue at all with doordash...
Adam C.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
space because the weather wasn't great, but we will use it next time! The location was also amazing, close to the train and restaurants. All-in-all, it was a perfect experience, we will definitely look forward to returning...
Annie G.
Perfect space for Team Meetings, presentations, executive meetings, product launches and offsite retrieve with additional lounge area and Private small room
front of the building. Susan even left signs for our DoorDash driver to find us easily. The space is within walking distance to downtown eateries like Rise WoodFire and coffee shops like Blue Bottle. Our team also utilized the separate room for calls, and everything was just so seamless. Highly...
Jeffrey L.
Large Conference room plus 2 Private offices with Smart video conferencing in Downtown San Mateo great for off-site meetings
day...a large conference table to meet around, with various breakout rooms for huddle sessions. Along with easy access to CalTrain and plenty of restaurant options within a few blocks...we had a great team meeting...
Logan L.
Large downtown event space area 1 block from Moscone, 2 blocks from Union Square
with art and culture which was such a pleasant surprise. The location cannot be beat as it's right near a bunch of hotels, eateries, stores (like Target and even Trader Joes!) and public transportation. Thanks again Radi...
Jade M.
Large Conference room plus 2 Private offices with Smart video conferencing in Downtown San Mateo great for off-site meetings
it worked out perfectly for my team and I. The building was spotlessly clean and had wonderful amenities, not to mention plenty of fantastic restaurants nearby. If we're ever back in the area, we will definitely book again. Thank you, Susan, for making our experience such a great one...
Chris M.
SmartOffice! Productive Haven! The Entire Office with 2 large conference rooms, 6 work station, kitchenette, Lounge & Coffee bar for a great work Day!
Our teams could collaborate but also find individual spaces to work. It is also super close to downtown San Mateo for easy walking to restaurants for lunch, drinks for evening, etc...
Nicole N.
Dance & Yoga Studio in a solid brick building offering excellent sound quality and open space
also very pleasant and easy to get along with, and the space is neat and tidy. The ease of parking and the proximity to eateries, coffee shops, and retail establishments make this location fantastic. So convenient...
Liz O.
Bright, Contemporary, Mid-Peninsula Meeting / Creative Space close to CalTrain
as well. Thank you Susan and David! You're the best! I hope we can come back soon as a team to enjoy the restaurant
Edith R.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
extremely responsive and hospitable! From the moment you walk in there are thoughtful details and warm hospitality. The venue is walking distance from many restaurants. Plan for parking, as space is limited in the immediate lot. We used a parking lot across the street for $10 all day (bring cash...
Diana R.
**Great Modern Downtown Private Entire Office Space**
start our morning with a fresh breakfast. The hosts are great and very attentive to our every need. Great location with lots of nice restaurants in walking distance and good parking options. Would book there again for sure...
Tobin R.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
with the key one day, but luckily, all was OK!). The space was perfect for our group, a close in location to lots of restaurants for lunches and dinners and outside meetings between our long working days. Would certainly book again...
Tobin R.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
with the key one day, but luckily, all was OK!). The space was perfect for our group, a close in location to lots of restaurants for lunches and dinners and outside meetings between our long working days. Would certainly book again...
Tobin R.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
with the key one day, but luckily, all was OK!). The space was perfect for our group, a close in location to lots of restaurants for lunches and dinners and outside meetings between our long working days. Would certainly book again...
Tobin R.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
with the key one day, but luckily, all was OK!). The space was perfect for our group, a close in location to lots of restaurants for lunches and dinners and outside meetings between our long working days. Would certainly book again...
Unnikrishnan R.
Spacious Downtown Photo Studio
parking available behind the building. Studio pricing is very reasonable, and they offer excellent photo and video lighting equipment. Additionally, there are some fantastic eateries and restaurants around the studio. Overall, the studio is fantastic, and I will definitely rent it again. Highly recommended for anyone looking to do...
Santa S.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
with. Susan responded within the hour for every question or changes we had to our meeting. The location is also great with all the restaurants and stores near by. Susan is a wonderful host...
Hollis S.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
did a bunch of physical brainstorms with post-its on the windows, wall, and whiteboard. It was also an easy walk to coffee and restaurants in downtown San Mateo, even though, we used UberEats for lunch purposes. Finally, Susan was extremely responsive to all my requests and was very enjoyable...
Sabrina V.
Large Conference room plus 2 Private offices with Smart video conferencing in Downtown San Mateo great for off-site meetings
room and 2 phone rooms, which the team appreciated. The venue was located in downtown San Mateo, which was walking distance to all the restaurants, shops and more. Even though it was on the main street and Caltrain behind the venue, there were no noise disturbances at all. Definitely will...
Caroline W.
Perfect Downtown San Mateo Smart Office
This space was wonderful and fully equipped for our needs. The host responded quickly to all questions and was very accommodating. There are many restaurants around that make for a quick and easy meal. Overall this was a great experience...

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Updated February 26, 2026Our data is refreshed in real time using booking trends, verified guest reviews, and direct partner updates — with additional quality checks from our team.