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Interior - Bistro Mitte, Carlos, CA

Bistro Mitte

4.4 (40)
$30 and under
German
749 Laurel St, Carlos, CA 94070

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Bistro Mitte

4.4
$30 and under
German
San Carlos

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2 people
10:30 pm

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for craft beers
  • Good for groups
Discover the flavors of Europe at Bistro Mitte, where authentic German traditions meet classic Italian favorites and Swedish specialties. From our homemade, golden-crispy schnitzels and traditional German sausages to comforting Italian dishes and Scandinavian-inspired favorites, our menu celebrates the simple pleasure of great food, made with care and served with warmth.

Join us for a delicious European dining experience, whether you're stopping by for a casual lunch, a relaxed dinner, or a gathering with friends and family.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    German, European, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Altan
  • Catering
    We cater to any events from small family gatherings to weddings and business luncheon and dinners.<br />We work with on any budget, customized menu and needs.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private and/or semiprivate casual bar events to a wedding rehearsal dinner, to a formal business meeting. Our private events combine great service, extensive choice of our chef specials. We also offer our Patio that can be customized to meet your requests for casual parties or formal private dining.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    San Carlos
  • Parking Details
    Public Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Bistro Mitte.

4.4

4.4
(40)
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

40 Reviews
  1. Cindy

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 13 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The schnitzel and potatoes were perfect! And the service was wonderful. I’ll be back!

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  2. Aiko Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area29 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 22 August 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Under new management, pork tenderloin was tough, difficult to cut. Potato request change ignored, one dessert was forgotten.

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  3. Richard Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area96 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything we had was excellent and our server was very helpful in guiding us on selections.

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  4. Sonny Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area66 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Return visit. New wait staff, inprovement over prior. Better communication- fluent in English. Some new menue items. We shared the mushroom flatbread- excellent. Also the potato pancakes, as good as before.Also the strudel with ice cream for desert. One order of each which we shared- some flat bread to take home. And ice tea All for under $50.00 Will be back

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  5. Ken Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area188 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed the service and the food was delicious. We will be back soon. Thank you Ken Lebovitz

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  6. Daniel Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area154 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 21 February 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good dining experience. We really enjoyed starting with the tomato-basil soup. Our Pork Schnitzel was a bit tough, but the red cabbage was wonderfully flavored. One other diner had the Chicken Cordon Bleu, and he was very happy with the preparation and flavors. Service from our server, Julian, was exemplary! He was a great waiter when previously at Spasso, and we are glad that he is now at Bistro Mitte. We always ask for him. We recommend this restaurant for excellent German food!

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  7. Brian

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 February 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love Bistro Mitte! Their German food is fantastic and their beer pairs with it perfectly. Service is attentive and again I love the beer selection. Their Hefeweizens are truly delicious.

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  8. Cori Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 December 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service, friendly and warm. Large servings and wonderful sauces. The Salmon was 5 star!

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  9. Lynn Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 November 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience and great food! Highly recommend ..

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  10. Robert

    San Francisco Bay Area14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 November 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Located on pedestrian friendly (no cars allowed) Laurel Street in San Carlos, Bistro Mitte offers a selection of German dishes, a full bar that includes a panoply of beers both German and American, and an appealing dessert menu. Portions here are large and suitable for sharing. We began the meal with an order of quite tasty potato pancakes with applesauce on the side. My wife then had a wiener schnitzel, a delicately fried chicken breast served with lemon and a slab of butter and a side of red cabbage, while I chose the spaetzle with vegetables. The schnitzels come with a variety of sauces and a choice of veal or pork in addition to chicken. We were able to share both dishes. Prices are very reasonable, considering the size of the portions. The bill totaled $75 plus tax and tip, and included an ice cold, very fine, 10-ounce German light lager for $10. The servers were attentive, and the decor is Germanic with heavy dark wood. This was our second visit and we'll go again.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    German, European, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Altan
  • Catering
    We cater to any events from small family gatherings to weddings and business luncheon and dinners.<br />We work with on any budget, customized menu and needs.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private and/or semiprivate casual bar events to a wedding rehearsal dinner, to a formal business meeting. Our private events combine great service, extensive choice of our chef specials. We also offer our Patio that can be customized to meet your requests for casual parties or formal private dining.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    San Carlos
  • Parking Details
    Public Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Portions at Bistro Mitte tend to be generous, guests frequently describe large servings, often noting dishes are suitable for sharing.

Casual dress, comfortable, informal clothing is appropriate and nothing formal is expected.

The Wiener Schnitzel is a standout, it appears on the current menu and guests repeatedly praise the schnitzels at Bistro Mitte.

Yes, Bistro Mitte is welcoming to families: reviewers praise attentive staff with young children and note kids enjoying chicken schnitzel, bratwurst and other mains.

Yes, Bistro Mitte is frequently chosen for special evenings, with reviewers praising Valentine’s Day and date experiences, cozy ambiance, and attentive service.

Yes, Bistro Mitte offers outdoor patio seating on Laurel Street, and guests frequently comment on enjoying the outdoor dining area.

Yes, Bistro Mitte pours an extensive selection of German beers and wines and also offers handcrafted cocktails, a drinks program many guests praise.

Bistro Mitte feels cozy and inviting, with warm, Germanic decor, heavy dark wood and warm lighting, and a comfortable indoor dining room plus a pleasant patio for outdoor meals.

Bistro Mitte offers indoor dining plus an outdoor patio, and the restaurant accepts private parties.

For a calmer visit, Bistro Mitte tends to be quiet on Monday evenings; Friday nights and weekend dinners often get crowded, so expect a livelier atmosphere then.

Yes, Bistro Mitte allows private parties and can host private gatherings as part of its offerings.

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Bistro Mitte

4.4
$30 and under
German
San Carlos

Make a booking

2 people
10:30 pm
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