Welcome to Rise Woodfire Pizza & Rotisserie
Rise Woodfire Pizza & Rotisserie, located in San Mateo, CA, offers a unique dining experience that artfully combines wood-fired pizzas and succulent rotisserie dishes. The ambiance, reminiscent of a vintage train station, complements the flavorful menu, with standout items like the Margherita pizza and perfectly seasoned rotisserie chicken. Diners rave about the crispy Brussels sprouts and refreshing salads, while the welcoming service enhances the overall experience. With indoor and outdoor seating options, it's an ideal spot for families or a casual meal with friends. Rise promises a delightful journey for your palate, making it a must-visit culinary destination.
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2 N B St, San Mateo, CA 94401, United States Hotline: +1 650-389-6918
Welcome to Rise Woodfire Pizza & Rotisserie, a culinary gem nestled in San Mateo, California. Located at 2 N B St, this vibrant establishment marries the art of woodfire cooking with a welcoming ambiance reminiscent of an old-time train station. Previously a train facility, the restaurant's high ceilings and warm decor create a cozy yet lively environment, perfect for both family dinners and casual get-togethers.
At Rise, the spotlight shines brightly on their menu, which proudly features an array of mouthwatering pizzas and perfectly rotisserie-cooked dishes. The artisan pizzas are crafted with simplicity and full flavor in mind. Customer favorites include the Margherita pizza, noted for its fresh ingredients, and the Pesto Lemon Shrimp pizza, which has received high praise for its unique combination of flavors. As one diner shared, this pizza was so delicious that even those initially uninterested in ordering pizza found themselves craving more.
The restaurant's diverse offerings extend beyond pizza to scrumptious rotisserie chicken, with patrons raving about the generous portion sizes that easily satisfy two diners. Another highlight is the expertly cooked roasted branzino, served alongside mashed potatoes and roasted asparagus—an elegant choice that showcases the kitchen's attention to detail.
For those looking for lighter fare, Rise's Italian Chopped salad and the crispy brussel sprouts—air-fried to perfection and sprinkled with parmesan—are standout options. Many customers who previously shied away from brussel sprouts found themselves pleasantly surprised by the delectable preparation here.
Adding to the culinary experience is the exceptional service provided by the staff, who are attentive without being intrusive. Reviewers have highlighted how servers go above and beyond to accommodate special requests, ensuring a seamless dining experience. For those dining with four-legged companions, the outdoor seating is a lovely touch, allowing you to enjoy the fresh air while savoring your meal.
As you sip on a chilled bottle of Mexican Coca-Cola—a delightful accompaniment to any meal—you'll appreciate the thoughtfulness that has gone into creating a memorable dining atmosphere at Rise Woodfire Pizza & Rotisserie. With an engaging vibe, delectable dishes, and excellent service, it’s easy to see why this restaurant is quickly becoming a must-visit destination for food lovers in the Bay Area.
So, whether you're a local or just passing through, make your way to Rise Woodfire Pizza & Rotisserie for a truly enjoyable meal that promises to delight your taste buds.
Excellent. Highly recommended! They serve the best Coke: Mexican Coca-Cola in a chilled bottle. Then a glass of ice. Perfect. The brussel sprouts are really good, like air fried with parmesan, maybe? I have never liked brussel sprouts until now. The caesar salad was also good but if I return, I’ll get the brussel sprouts. The margherita pizza is amazing. Our server had good timing and was kind. We sat in outdoor seating and brought a dog.
Love the interior of the building, which was probably converted from a formerly train facility? Very warm and welcoming. We made a mistake by forgetting to request for gf pizza crust (5 extra) until when the salad came, but they made it happen without any fuss. The Italian Chopped salad (small) was fresh and lettuce was crispy. The Brunch pizza was great. Both were just right for 2 people. We’ll definitely be back.
The pizzas are simple and full of flavor! You will not be disappointed coming here. We tried 3 different pizzas and everyone is phenomenal and get ranch trust me.
Family had a lot of time before having to take a flight out of SFO, so did a quick search for local restaurants and decided to try Rise. It's a short drive from the airport and there's a fair amount of parking available. The reviews were excellent and the pictures looked great, so we were really looking forward to a good meal before a long flight. Rise is located next to the train tracks and looks like it may have been part of a station or something before. But the decor is great and having trains come by just adds to the experience. Rise did not disappoint at all! We ordered a superfood bowl with chicken, a mushroom pizza, and the roasted branzino (fish). The branzino was excellent, well cooked and seasoned and came with mashed potatoes and roasted asparagus, both of which I'd recommend. The superfood bowl was good but outclassed by the other dishes. It was definitely tasty and healthy. The standout for me was the mushroom pizza. I wasn't actually in the mood for pizza, and I don't just order mushrooms as a topping, but this was my wife's choice and I ended up having about half of it because it was so good. We wrapped everything up with their delicious cheescake with crushed cherry topping. Our server, Ameer, was fantastic and gave us some great recommendations. Highly recommend!
Went to this place as it was central to several others who joined from east bay, San Francisco and south bay. The food was excellent. As a vegetarian I always make sure that if there is any egg in the dough. Luckily they didn’t use egg in dough. The pizzas were very delicious and them ambience was very nice. Definitely recommend for a good dinner.
New restaurant? Nice vibe just like an old time train station. Well-decorated with high ceiling. Pizza tastes great!
We came for a late lunch/early dinner. This was a great meal! We had a wedge salad 15, medjool date, goat cheese pizza 20, margherita pizza 19 pesto lemon shrimp pizza 22 and bbq beef ribs 37 for four people. The food came out fast and service was excellent. We had a vegetarian person in our group and he liked their veggie options a lot. Out of all the dishes we agreed the pesto lemon shrimp pizza was the best. The only drawback is the table where we sat, patio/outdoor area smelled like wet dog.
The food here was really flavorful and I love that they offer both rotisserie chicken and pizzas. The restaurant does both well. The rib and rotisserie chicken plate is massive, enough to feed 2 diners. The fries were really tasty, and the interior has a comfortable and chic vibe, and you can watch the trains go by as you eat. Reservations aren't strictly necessary. My husband and I will definitely return.