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Nini's Coffee Shop


4.0 of 5 stars 15 ratings  |  Write a review
  • 1000 N Idaho St, San Mateo, CA 94401-1127
  • (650) 348-9578

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4 of 5 stars
bay area
7 Nov 2009

Nini's is tucked away in a residential area of San Mateo. There is always a line of people waiting to eat breakfast or lunch. Free coffee is offered while you wait. This is the place to go for a good homecooked meal. The corned beef hash is fresh and authentic. Homestyle potatoes are prepared just right. Portions are generous. There... more

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5 of 5 stars
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26 Apr 2009

Only ever been for breakfast, which was tremendous, but I hear the lunch is just as good. more

If you're hungry and you will not be disapointed more

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4 of 5 stars
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18 Jan 2009

good spot. got there when it opened and a small line was forming so can only imagine what it'd be like when people start making their way there. good food, good portions more

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4 of 5 stars
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20 Dec 2008

Best greasy spoon around. Avoid on weekends unless you bring a book. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
7 May 2008

a lot of food, tasty but heavy! I would share the portion next time. more

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4 of 5 stars
Castro valley , ca
19 Apr 2008

Hi I've been to Nini's on 4-5 occasions with family and friends. It's a throw back in time when neighborhoods had their own Mom and pa stores. The building projects the feel of what it must have been like living in Burlingame in the 50's.Very friendly service, nice outdoor seating and good food. more

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4 of 5 stars
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25 Mar 2008

big portions more

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5 of 5 stars
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16 Feb 2008

great breakfast and lunch place. good food. nice atmosphere. small place so you'd have to wait, but you'd barely notice the wait. more

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3 of 5 stars
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5 Jan 2008

Good food. tiny place and always a wait unless you go early. Decor takes you back to when it all started. more

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Nini's Coffee Shop Address

1000 N Idaho St, San Mateo, CA 94401-1127
Tel: (650) 348-9578
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.