Cuisinett Bistro & Market

Cuisinett Bistro & Market: A Hidden Gem for French Comfort Food

If you're in search of a cozy and intimate dining experience that delivers exceptional French comfort food, look no further than Cuisinett Bistro & Market in San Carlos, CA. This charming bistro offers a range of amenities, including outdoor seating with heaters, a quaint market at the entrance, and friendly waitstaff providing top-notch service.

Upon browsing the menu, you'll find a variety of delicious options to choose from, such as the outstanding salmon, hearty salads with fresh ingredients, hot and tasty ratatouille, and mouth-watering chocolate lava cake. The dishes exude warmth and coziness, making it an ideal spot for a comforting meal, especially during the colder months.

One standout dish that has garnered rave reviews is the truffle burger, served with an extra flavorful truffle oil sauce that elevates the flavors to new heights. The French fries are also a crowd favorite, reminiscent of upscale gourmet McDonald's fries, perfectly salted and crispy.

Guests also appreciate the small marketplace within the restaurant, offering imported snacks, sauces, and house-made oils for sale. The cozy ambiance, attentive service, and extensive menu make Cuisinett Bistro & Market a must-visit for French food enthusiasts.

Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a leisurely dining experience, Cuisinett Bistro & Market is sure to impress with its delectable dishes, charming atmosphere, and attentive staff. Don't miss out on the chance to indulge in authentic French cuisine at this hidden gem in San Carlos.

Cuisinett Bistro & Market Menu

Location

Address: 1105 San Carlos Ave San Carlos, CA 94070
Phone: (650) 453-3390

🕓 Work Hours
MON Closed
TUE 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
WED 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
THU 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
FRI 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
SAT 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
SUN Closed

Business info

  • Takes Reservations
    Yes
  • Offers Delivery
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Vegan Options
    Yes
  • Limited Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    Yes
  • Accepts Android Pay
    No
  • Accepts Cryptocurrency
    No
  • Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Casual
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Casual Dress
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    Yes
  • Good For Kids
    Yes
  • Good for Lunch, Dinner
    Yes
  • Garage Parking, Street Parking
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Free Wi-Fi
    Yes
  • Happy Hour Specials
    Yes
  • Beer & Wine Only
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Heated Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Covered Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Open to All
    Yes
  • Not Good For Groups
    No
  • Drive-Thru
    No
  • TV
    No
  • Private Dining
    No
  • Bring your own container allowed
    Yes
  • Compostable containers available
    Yes
  • Plastic-free packaging
    Yes
  • Provides reusable tableware
    Yes
  • Bike Parking
    No

Last Reviews

  • Author: Ric S.

    29 November 2023

    We will miss you Geoffroy, your cuisine is outstanding. I think your salmon is one of the best I have ever tasted. Hope to see you soon in another location close by!

  • Author: Nuran S.

    26 November 2023

    Although I love French food, that's not why I come here. Whenever I'm craving a good hearty salad with amazing ingredients cuisinett bistro and market is one of the first places I think of. I know, not what you would typically think a place like this would specialize in but I grabbed my first salad for lunch in 2019 and the ingredients and freshness were unmatched! Now I come back for their chicken salad almost weekly. Service is always so fast and efficient. I believe I met the owner once. I think it was a younger woman but I'm not sure? Maybe a manager? She was so sweet, wish I got her name! Not sure if they still offer the quiche to-go bags but that was also a weekend brunch treat that had me coming back!

  • Author: Ani R.

    17 November 2023

    Celebrated a small birthday gathering with a friend, and the atmosphere couldn't have been more delightful, warm, and intimate. I fell in love with the charming decorations and the quaint little market at the entrance. The waitstaff was outstanding, providing exceptional and friendly service. The interior had a perfect balance of tables, creating a cozy yet not overwhelming or noisy environment. It was a sweet and lovely night overall. The food truly embodied comfort, making this bistro ideal, especially during the colder months when you crave warmth and coziness. We indulged in a hot, healthy, and delicious ratatouille, accompanied by some delightful bread and butter courtesy of our waitress. It was just a quick bite this time, but I'm eager to return in the future and explore more of their enticing menu, especially the desserts! :)

  • Author: Danielle C.

    09 July 2023

    I've been meaning to try Cuisinett for years and was finally able to do so on Friday for dinner. They didn't have any seating inside but we were able to sit outside for the four of us. There was a heater above so that helped. The ground outside is not flat so the tables will wobble. That's why they have those small plastic wedges for you to shove underneath the table legs. Fun fact! I tried the croque madame despite it being more of a brunch food, but I was curious about this dish. I thought there would be more sauce and/or more cheese but it really just tasted like giant dry-ish toast with some rather salty ham, a fried egg on top, and not much else. The egg was not salted. I guess in the sandwich they went light on the sauce because I couldn't really taste much besides salty ham and dry toast?! I was a bit disappointed by the dish and wouldn't get this again. However, my sister ordered the truffle burger and she had some extra truffle oil / sauce on the side and that tasted pretty good with my sandwich (definitely not the intended way to eat croque madame but oh well). That truffle oil sauce was extremely tasty and flavorful. It wasn't just oil either - some sort of mixture was in it but I couldn't tell what it was (maybe ground up truffles? Looked like ground meat but don't think it was that). I would have taken home a jar of this sauce if they had it. The French fries were very good though, probably some of the best French fries I've had in the area. They were basically an upscale gourmet McDonald's fries (I love this kind of style of fries - thin and kinda pale and crispy but not overly so, and perfectly salted). The side salad was also yummy. I really liked the vinaigrette they used. It was very strong in lemon flavors but not overly sour. The salad also had the mixed greens I like. The bread pudding was delicious. Very dense but still kind of spongy block and it's definitely on the sweeter side but I liked the consistency and flavor. I would eat this again. The beignet trio was a bit strange though. I was expecting piping hot rectangular blocks of doughy goodness with some sauces but instead we got COLD round ... powdered doughnuts that were also a bit dry on the inside. The inside filling was good (I got some hazelnut chocolate) but the rest of the beignet was definitely not what I was expecting. UPDATE: this is actually the French style of beignets and not the New Orleans one that normally comes to mind for me. I will keep that in mind! Service was friendly and prompt. The server was great about refilling water too! Overall, I think this restaurant does have great potential despite some of the misses I had. The menu is extensive and I would like to try some other dishes next time! Also bonus points for having a small shop in the front with some cool imported snacks and sauces as well as having some house made sauces and oils for sale!

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