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The Cask Wine Bar in San Carlos

4.5 (145) 782 Laurel St, San Carlos, CA 94070, United States

Categories

Wine bar
Bar
Caterer
Hamburger restaurant
New American restaurant

Location on the map

San Carlos, San Mateo County, California, US

Phone: +1 650-610-0438
Site: http://thecaskwinebar.com/

Opening hours

Monday:11 AM–9:30 PM
Tuesday:11 AM–9:30 PM
Wednesday:11 AM–9:30 PM
Thursday:11 AM–9:30 PM
Friday:11 AM–10 PM
Saturday:11 AM–10 PM
Sunday:11 AM–9 PM

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Total reviews rating 4.5

145 Reviews for The Cask Wine Bar 2024:

Review №1

2023-10-14 10:52:41

Had a small engagement dinner here with my friends loved everything! They take good care of you service was attentive and quick water,and wine. All our food came out well timed hot and fresh. Wine selection is great. Its worth a trip to visit! They have a good verity of food and its all cooked and seasoned fabulously.

Review №2

2023-10-06 03:30:00

Nice atmosphere, especially sitting outside on a warm day. Very friendly service. Food was good, esp. the flatbread with apple and prosciutto. The calamari somewhat rubbery. Both food items very overpriced, $ 20 each for appetizer size portions. We tried the Italian wine flight, rather expensive with $ 29, and nothing special. Pinot Grigio was the best, the Chianti absolutely disappointing.

Review №3

2023-11-25 22:17:43

The Cask Wine Bar is a wonderful place to wine and dine. It doesnt matter if you come by yourself, are meeting with someone or gather with a group of friends or family, the staff immediately welcomes you.They provide prompt, courteous, and professional service.The food is delicious.They keep their restaurant clean and pristine, and yet the atmosphere is cozy and inviting.I felt like a valued customer the whole time.This is a place where you are treated like royalty... even during their Thanksgiving dinners, when they give back to the community.The customer is always appreciated!

Review №4

2023-11-24 00:26:13

They are proof that they’re still good kind hearted people … found ourselves in a pinch on Thanksgiving and we were walking down Laurel looking for dinner…they were open and I didn’t realize until I asked for the bill that they were only charging the wine. Really? I’m so humbled by this generous gift during this difficult time. We were not looking for this but we truly appreciate and are so great full. We tipped the staff generously and we will definitely return to repay the gift. God bless you.

Review №5

2023-10-23 16:18:35

Really great selection of wines. We had the cheese plate and olives, and they were a nice accompaniment. Will try the entrées when I come back in town.

Review №6

2022-05-14 00:30:50

The food is okay, ambiance is really good. Staff is very friendly and attentive. Didnt try the wine.

Review №7

2021-04-24 07:56:01

Nice atmosphere, good food, nice list of wine, amazing choice for a relaxing time. They have indoor and outdoor sitting, quite spacious and by the time we asked for a table, we had one straight away! Definitely recommend it!

Review №8

2019-12-06 20:43:36

Most amazing food ever!!! I have a strick diet and dont eat any salt, fat or seasoning. These guys made the most amazing steak. When I asked for coffee, he served me coffee with no sugar and cream, I did not have to tell him! Amazing customer experience

Review №9

2023-09-03 21:20:41

The atmosphere is nice. The Lobster Risotto was overpriced $$$. The ingredients seem to be tossed together last minute as flavors were not combined at all. I was disappointed.

Review №10

2021-10-02 00:39:52

Delicious food, good selection of wines. Chic yet chill atmosphere. Friendly staff who are just the right amount of attentive. They are not stingy on the amount they pour in their wine flights, unlike other wine bars.

Review №11

2021-11-13 02:58:34

I should say the food was delicious and the wine was very good. Do visit this place.

Review №12

2023-10-06 02:56:18

Great 0lace for wine and a bite. Think you can also get dinner there from restaurant across the street.

Review №13

2021-10-09 03:16:36

Nice outdoor seating. Excellent Caesar salad with chicken and salmon. Very good service and decent prices.

Review №14

2023-04-27 04:48:04

I love Cask. The sliders are my favorite, and the wine selection is solid. They always have a nice pinot by the glass. Hands down the friendliest staff in town!

Review №15

2022-09-10 18:55:52

It was fine. Nothing special. There are so many restaurants nearby, and this one was just okay. Check out the menu to see if there is something you like before heading here. I had a Caesar salad with prawns added. The salad had a mustardy taste to it which I didnt love, but the prawns were delicious. The flatbread looked good but we didnt try.

Review №16

2022-08-05 13:39:41

Delicious food choices, generous servings, and excellent service. A friend and I were sharing a couple of food items, and it was served divided and were not charged extra. We ate indoors, then moved outdoors for after-dinner drinks. Very pleasant.

Review №17

2021-09-05 13:30:08

My 2d delicious experience! This time it was take out. After I placed my order I was informed how long it would take. I arrived and my food a delicious Salmon was being placed in my takeout bag. Very genuinely friendly staff. Ill be returning as often as possible and if you are in San Carlos Id encourage anyone that read this to go. Go! GO! Youll be happy you did!

Review №18

2021-10-09 15:02:44

Beautiful place.. With outdoor seating. We made Reservations for 4, but our table was not ready so the manager brought us all a glass of champagne for the wait. It was definitely worth the wait. The food was great, Im a pescatarian and there were lots of options, the atmosphere was wonderful, the service was one of a kind. Cant wait to go again.

Review №19

2021-07-03 02:42:07

I have been here 4 separate times, with various friends. Is a popular place, but overall, I have to say there are much better choices on this street. The food is good, but the wine selection, wine prices are disappointing. There is no one with any info to help select wine, and the servers have no idea about the wines. When drinks arrive, the servers just set then on the table randomly, and if you ask which wine is which glass, they just say these are the whites, and these are the reds. Very disappointing for a place that claims to be a wine bar. I dont like giving poor reviews to local restaurants, but I have given this place enough chances to redeem themselves.

Review №20

2022-04-07 02:15:07

Great place to eat. I am here so often, the staff knows my dog! If you havent figured it out by now, the staff treats you like family, if you get to know them. Learn their names and tip them well. They make a big difference in your dining experience. You may even get to see baby pics as they love to treat you like family. And, dont even ask, just...just... get the crab cakes with papaya salad!

Review №21

2021-11-19 20:14:53

Ive been to the Cask multiple times. The portion sizes are usually generous. The flatbreads in the appetizer section are worth it.The food is OK, not amazing, but certainly not bad. Ive had the seafood linguini a couple of times and both times it was underwhelming. Ive tried the Mediterranean prawns - that was a better dish.The outdoor seating is nice, especially post Covid where Laurel St is closed to traffic.Overall, if youre in San Carlos then the Cask is a solid choice when comparing to the nearby restaurants on Laurel.

Review №22

2021-11-07 04:08:57

I found the wine list rather spotty. Very limited wines by the glass, its like they havent heard of a Coravin. Whites served too cold IMO.Food (at least the bruschetta) mediocre, it was far to garlicky and not much other flavor.

Review №23

2018-12-13 01:14:59

It’s just always good here. Perfect balance of great food, service and wine selection. We’ve tried a lot of dishes over multiple visits, and there have been no disappointments. The casual atmosphere is welcoming plus outside seating. Great bar area too.

Review №24

2021-04-21 14:14:30

Very nice wine bar with great wine selection! The Pinot flight was amazing! Friendly staff, indoor and outdoor seating on popular Laurel avenue in covered COVID-safer atmosphere.

Review №25

2016-02-25 11:05:32

Food is good. Portions are right sized so dont expect huge plates. Wine selection is very good. Service was excellent. Staff came by frequently to check if we needed anything. Decor inside is great. Popular place with some outdoor seating next to heaters.

Review №26

2022-05-03 23:41:47

Best appetizer is the chicken wings, straight out of the oven! Crazy good! Been there several times, never disappoints.

Review №27

2019-06-09 17:08:23

We really wanted to like this place. Unfortunately, it wasnt just meh...it was flat out bad. The service was clumsy, with waiters putting our menus on top of our plates and hovering without actually asking how things were going. We both did the wine flight. The presentation was...odd. The full size wine glasses on a holder that takes up half the table. My partner did the whites and 2/3 were terrible to the point of being undrinkable. I did the pinot noir and couldnt even tell if I like them, as they were served not just room temperature but warm. We wound up sending both flights back. I ordered the lamb burger medium rare and received it medium well with sweet potato fries that-given their absolute nothing taste-appear to have gone form frozen to fryer. My partner got a mushroom flatbread, which she aptly described as being equivalent to what one would get at Subway. The only reason this isnt a one star review is they did take the flight off our bill without question...though the manager stood nearby watching and never came over to discuss. We will not be returning.

Review №28

2018-12-04 17:13:42

Excellent cuisine and service and the prices are unbelievably cheap. The owner canvased the dining room throughout our visit, making sure each table was being taken care of and happy with their food. Put this on your list!

Review №29

2019-11-18 05:16:01

I used to go to this place all the time for a great cheeseburger. However, my trip last night was a disaster. I ordered a medium well cheeseburger and got a raw burger that was barely cooked. Mistakes happen. So, I waited until they brought it back. The same burger (they usually cook you a new one) came back burnt on the outside, but still almost raw in the inside. They said they will try again. After waiting another 20 min (starving by this time) I got a burger that was still raw inside. We left. Very sad. Obviously, they hired new cooks who have NO idea what they are doing. Not ever going back.

Review №30

2022-08-04 00:03:41

I love eating here for both lunch and dinner. The fixed price, three course lunch menu is so good . The service is always excellent .

Review №31

2016-10-17 01:49:57

Mediocre wine selection. Same stuff you find anywhere, but a little overpriced. I mean like you can find some of the stuff in the grocery store and while I expect a markup at a wine bar, holy cow not that much. I will go for the occasional glass or grab a beer if I dont see anything I like...Because the dessert here is awesome. Not bad food, but this is where you go for dessert when you want a change of venue after dinner in San Carlos.

Review №32

2023-01-16 16:05:27

The food, wine, and service were wonderful! I will definitely be back!

Review №33

2018-01-05 17:32:11

Quiet on week days but very crowded on weekends. I guess thats a good thing - popular! You can taste wine flights or just order off the menu. The food is also very good.

Review №34

2021-10-10 02:12:59

Food was very good, nice wine selection with some interesting things available. The Mango beer was a hit also.

Review №35

2016-10-23 23:13:59

The Korean pork tacos were amazing and the smoke salmon flat bread was to die for. A bit price is reasonable, a bit a above average. Service was OK, not fenomenal.

Review №36

2022-04-10 00:47:44

Consistently great service, fresh delicious food and good selection of wines

Review №37

2019-08-20 23:20:27

Love this place! The food was incredible, the service was great, the wine selections were an added bonus. Definitely recommend the Cask

Review №38

2019-12-11 21:33:59

Quality food and friendly staff. Some very good choices to eat in the area and I end up in this place more often than not if Im walking along the strip looking to eat.

Review №39

2018-07-30 08:25:30

Celebrated a friends Birthday and it was fantastic. They did an amazing job on the drinks, appatizers, and main course. Always friendly and welcoming when we eat there

Review №40

2022-12-12 03:02:18

Nice setup to watch a game, good drink list but very below average & greasy food.

Review №41

2019-05-20 19:11:25

Several times now theyve added a couple dollars tip after the fact. Noticed each time when doing my expenses that picture of the receipt didnt match credit statement. They changed a 7 to a 9, and separately a 4 to a 9. Double check your statement for similar shenanigans...

Review №42

2018-11-30 04:27:41

Good food, good wine, nice staff. Can be packed inside, so check before hand. I found here often, and love the lamb burger

Review №43

2019-07-12 07:07:24

Great drinks and food was great!

Review №44

2016-03-26 01:26:14

Amazing service. Had a wine flight with a friend on Friday and couldnt be more impressed. Wine pours are generous and the wine great. Would come again

Review №45

2013-06-11 06:07:08

Jazz and Blues nights for wine club members plus the visiting general public and citizens of San Carlos, CA strolling down Laurel Avenue in Downtown San Carlos for dinner. Always a cool crowd try the Prosciutto & Arugula with garlic oil, mozzarella cheese & pecorino.

Review №46

2020-05-28 18:02:07

This place is great. Open all day. I go to lunch at a late hour and this is one of the only places open during the inbetween time between lunch and dinner! Great food and service! I recommend!

Review №47

2019-07-17 03:43:26

Great food and excellent service. Hosted a large group and they were very flexible to accommodate our constantly expanding size.

Review №48

2018-07-01 22:19:09

It was tasty burger and big side salad. There are many choices in the menu. I would like to come back before lunch time for getting special brunch next time.

Review №49

2023-01-09 05:26:17

Great wine, service, food, and location. What else can you ask for?

Review №50

2017-10-05 14:43:55

Our favorite date spot! Great food, lovely ambience, and wonderful wine selection. Highly recommend!

Review №51

2020-01-30 01:57:51

Owner attention is throughout your experience. Had a chance to entertain wines I never thought of. Highly recommend!

Review №52

2017-04-09 01:37:00

My wife and absolutely LOVE this place. The staff and ownership are just wonderful. Friendly and real. The food is outstanding. I recommend this place to everyone.

Review №53

2019-07-07 22:07:30

I love this wine bar yet almost never order wine. They have great food, and the 3 course lunch for $15 is wonderful.

Review №54

2023-03-16 22:15:46

Good food, great ambience and very friendly staff

Review №55

2017-08-31 03:31:07

Good local place. Food is delicious and there is a good variety. They have an extensive wine list.

Review №56

2017-09-18 16:57:13

Food was good. Had the lobster risotto and the gnocchi with a Caprese salad as an appetizer. Large selection of wine

Review №57

2021-06-20 20:19:20

Service was halfhearted if not reluctant. Food was passable but for the price I would do something else next time.

Review №58

2018-10-15 00:03:12

The music was really loud but I did enjoy the throw back playlist along with a great glass (or two) of the Turley Zinfandel and some delicious appetizers.

Review №59

2018-04-28 04:33:56

Great service! Tasty food. Perfect for girls night out or romatic dinner with the SO.

Review №60

2020-03-30 19:10:52

Perfect restaurant for a date or a night out. Cheese platters are amazing. Great staff, the owners are amazing.

Review №61

2018-06-19 14:41:24

One of our family favs. The food and most likely the chef always seem exceptional at a Kamal (proprietor) run restaurant.

Review №62

2023-04-06 01:04:28

Nice ambiance and pretty good food.

Review №63

2017-08-20 11:37:38

Good wine selection, nice ambiance. We enjoyed just popping in for a quick glass.

Review №64

2019-05-11 02:37:41

Came here for a lunch with 8 people. Service was great, food was wonderful and the price was right.

Review №65

2021-11-25 23:22:20

The hummus was really good and their wine selection was very tasty!

Review №66

2017-09-18 05:25:37

Disclaimer: Im biased. Met my fiance here and it was GREAT! Wine selection good.

Review №67

2023-04-06 22:54:14

Had the chicken in a mustard sauce with potatoes. Delicious!!!

Review №68

2018-03-30 16:38:16

Casual, comfortable environment with a great wine selection and some sidewalk seating. Sometimes a little loud though.

Review №69

2017-07-27 00:07:31

The food were great and the team very friendly but the atmosphere super nice.

Review №70

2018-08-03 18:46:57

We loved the variety of appetizers!! Great wine tasting also!

Review №71

2018-10-21 22:04:00

Best service in San Carlos, every time. Food and wine are great too.

Review №72

2018-03-04 17:52:52

Fantastic food and atmosphere! Great wine too!

Review №73

2019-01-08 00:53:27

Great food, extensive wine flight options, very good ambiance.

Review №74

2022-08-18 04:47:22

Great Saturday afternoon spot. Wine flight was fantastic.

Review №75

2017-09-24 23:23:58

Good food, wine selection, and atmosphere. I will definitely go back.

Review №76

2019-09-14 18:23:32

Great wine selection, friendly staff, good looking patrons!

Review №77

2018-07-19 16:59:25

Great burgers in a great spot. To bad the coffee roasting smell from next door can ruin the experience.

Review №78

2019-01-11 23:39:44

One of our favorite spots! Delicious food, great service and perfect ambiance.

Review №79

2018-07-19 13:16:37

Good food. Too bad wines are priced way too high for the quality.

Review №80

2015-05-04 23:38:32

I went a while back (maybe 6 months ago). The food was average. The service was just ok too.

Review №81

2018-02-14 07:07:25

Good food, even better bartender. Pancetta wrapped chicken stuffed with spinach. Excellent!

Review №82

2018-02-14 06:41:21

Great wine, amazing service and really good food.

Review №83

2016-07-22 06:46:59

Service is excellent. Food is very good. Great atmosphere.

Review №84

2016-04-25 03:43:13

Wow, great food, HUGE wine pours. Servicr was phenomenal.

Review №85

2023-07-09 03:26:37

Good service and food.

Review №86

2019-04-12 21:28:54

Excellent selection of wine and very knowledgeable and friendly staff.

Review №87

2019-02-04 16:43:44

Not bad for San Carlos. Not good enough for a visitor from SF. It’s definitely worth checking out.

Review №88

2019-11-02 07:45:55

Perfectly good place. Friendly waiter. Nice ambience and good food.

Review №89

2018-10-07 05:34:24

Come to The Cask wine bar if you had a few drinks and want your server to double drop the check for your table.

Review №90

2023-02-20 16:33:14

Nice place with outdoor seating.

Review №91

2018-04-25 00:52:17

Great Wine selection, delicious entrees and great service.

Review №92

2021-04-03 05:03:27

Amazing food...really nice people working there..

Review №93

2018-03-06 12:15:03

Nice place, staff is very nice but wines by the glass were uninspired

Review №94

2019-02-03 05:51:31

Nothing to complain about. Food was pretty good, service was good, and staff was friendly.

Review №95

2018-09-17 04:05:57

Very good food and attention but a little pricey

Review №96

2019-09-27 17:06:37

Nice location, wine by the glass too expensive (but good)

Review №97

2017-10-29 08:12:45

This place has great food and great atmosphere, try blackened salmon.

Review №98

2019-04-01 04:15:04

Always dependable 👍🏻 We eat there often, today I got the Cask burger 😁 was good as always 👍

Review №99

2018-12-01 18:44:58

Cute little place in San Carlos. We stopped for drinks. Didnt disappoint.

Review №100

2018-11-10 02:54:41

Great food, wine and ambience- highly recommended!

Review №101

2018-01-30 21:54:23

Noice is a factor unless you sit next to each other. Had a nice meal

Review №102

2018-07-02 17:54:19

Tasty food. Good wine list.

Review №103

2018-09-06 22:15:18

Great spot to order some appetizers with a bottle of wine!

Review №104

2021-04-21 04:51:54

Great food, wine and service!!

Review №105

2017-08-26 22:49:22

Good food. Nice outside seating.

Review №106

2019-08-30 23:17:23

Amazing park tacos with mango salsa. A must.

Review №107

2017-06-04 19:23:19

Great place to relax and enjoy a glass of wine.

Review №108

2018-12-19 16:04:45

Great little place for wine and bires.

Review №109

2018-01-03 03:28:57

Always great food & service!

Review №110

2020-01-24 05:21:43

Nice atmosphere. Good food.

Review №111

2019-01-27 04:15:56

Great selection and relaxing atmosphere.

Review №112

2021-04-16 23:59:22

First time there, and looking forward to many more times to come.

Review №113

2019-08-26 04:52:22

This is my favorite spot to grab a drink in San Carlos.

Review №114

2017-12-09 05:15:32

Great wine and food and mood

Review №115

2019-04-01 05:26:38

Good food and good service good management

Review №116

2017-12-27 07:03:36

Great food will come again

Review №117

2018-10-04 16:27:32

Excellent wines and excellent service

Review №118

2017-12-15 22:55:51

Food and service are awesome!

Review №119

2017-05-31 02:58:06

Its OK, but I dont get the hype

Review №120

2018-12-16 01:10:00

Amazing wine and food!

Review №121

2023-08-30 22:33:40

Great food and great service 👍🏼

Review №122

2022-11-23 05:17:13

Times are terribly inaccurate.

Review №123

2020-07-26 00:26:57

Excellent experience....Quality genuine effort

Review №124

2018-06-04 04:37:44

Nice wine bar with good food

Review №125

2016-04-30 22:39:06

Casks special burger was amazing

Review №126

2019-09-11 06:58:52

Great wine, great pasta

Review №127

2018-12-03 01:38:12

Great wine menu

Review №128

2019-08-08 23:53:36

Had the lunch, was delicious.

Review №129

2014-05-14 01:47:43

Food is on point. Service is pro.

Review №130

2017-03-07 03:10:38

Good food

Review №131

2021-10-06 21:04:42

Mmmmmm

Review №132

2017-12-10 18:34:01

Love The Cask Wine Bar.

Review №133

2017-06-14 20:46:28

Great place for a glass of wine

Review №134

2018-07-07 05:55:03

Wine. Snacks. Whats not to like?

Review №135

2018-06-05 10:58:08

Food was excellent.

Review №136

2018-08-21 18:55:43

This place never disappoints!

Review №137

2021-12-18 04:57:39

Awesome staffs!

Review №138

2018-02-15 01:59:58

Great ambiance!

Review №139

2019-04-06 04:38:17

Great selection

Review №140

2018-10-01 19:34:09

Great food

Review №141

2016-09-06 08:50:47

Awesome wine

Review №142

2022-09-08 19:45:05

Nice place

Review №143

2021-09-06 23:50:14

Solid service

Review №144

2017-03-20 23:38:33

Local wine restraurant

Review №145

2018-03-08 05:31:25

Lovely Night