Original Joe's Westlake

Name: Original Joe's Westlake
Address: 11 Glenwood Avenue, Daly City, CA, United States, 94015
Telephone: (650) 755-7400
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

5132 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

11 Glenwood Avenue, Daly City, CA 94015

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2 people

Apr 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 90 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

After a two-year closure, Original Joe's, San Francisco’s quintessential Italian-American dining destination, revitalized iconic Daly City institution Joe’s of Westlake, and reintroduced it into the community as Original Joe’s Westlake. An anchor of Daly City from 1956 to 2014, Original Joe’s Westlake underwent an extensive two-year renovation, complete with a front-to-back interior remodel, including the kitchen and all dining spaces, and an exterior and landscaping overhaul. Following the Original Joe’s tradition, Westlake continues to prepare unpretentious, old-school Italian-American fare in an open kitchen for all to see. The menu is carefully crafted to reflect a past-meets-present hybrid of what Joe’s of Westlake used to be and what Original Joe’s Westlake is today.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(650) 755-7400
Website
http://www.originaljoes.com/westlake
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jesus Escobar
Private party facilities
Evoking the spirit of the original Joe’s of Westlake, the newly renovated restaurant transports guests to Westlake circa 1960. Boasting Sputnik lighting, terrazzo flooring and redwood accents throughout, Original Joe’s Westlake elicits mid-century America in the likes of Palm Springs, Beverly Hills and Las Vegas. The newly reimagined Cascade Room features show-stopping pimento orange banquettes, and offers a variety of options for large gatherings—from private rehearsal dinners and memorial receptions, to smaller non-private family dinners, class reunions and birthday celebrations. With beautiful custom sliding doors, the Cascade Room can be divided in half, creating two fully private event spaces, accommodating up to 50 guests each.

Location
11 Glenwood Avenue, Daly City, CA 94015
Neighborhood
Daly City
Cross street
John Daly and Lake Merced Blvd.
Parking details
Two free parking lots available
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 5,132 people are saying

Original Joe's Westlake reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco Bay Area
Most Booked
Peninsula
Italian
Peninsula
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Original Joe's Westlake offers a classic dining experience with "excellent food" and "great service." The restaurant's "warm and inviting" ambiance makes it perfect for celebrations. Guests enjoy "wonderful food" from a diverse menu with standout dishes like prime rib and fettuccine alfredo. Consistent quality keeps patrons returning for more.

5,132 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on March 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Westlake Joe’s never disappoints. Everything was great. Porterhouse steak, raviolis, you can’t go wrong.
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Maria
San Francisco4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always love Joe’s! Great place and always spot on!
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Kathryn VIP
San Francisco150 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Timeless Italian dishes that taste great. Attentive service in a fun retro environment. Go!
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David
Sacramento17 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional food and service. Have been eating here for years and never disappoints. Highly recommend. Hard to get in so make sure you get a reservation.
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Marcy VIP
San Francisco17 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
I love the food normally-but chicken was so chewy we had to return. Veal scallopini too chewy as well.
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valerie VIP
San Francisco33 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Never disappoints. Always a neighborhood gem. And always crowded
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Quick service, very attentive, and food was delicious!
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John VIP
San Francisco1 review
3.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I dined here last night and had a mixed experience that left us with a sour taste despite the good food. First, the positives: Our server was excellent - attentive, thoughtful, and went the extra mile by splitting our salad without being asked. The food itself was quite good, and we were enjoying a relaxing meal. Unfortunately, the hospitality management completely undermined our experience. Despite arriving early for our reservation, we were seated 10 minutes after our scheduled time. The hostess practically sprinted ahead of us to our table, pointed at our seats (which still had bread crumbs on them), and rushed off without a word. The most appalling part came as we were finishing our meal and enjoying our coffees. I briefly went to the restroom, and upon returning found the hostess speaking with my wife, telling her we needed to leave because a large party had arrived. The hostess made no attempt to be discreet or apologetic - she bluntly informed my wife that they needed our table immediately for a group that had checked in at 6:10 pm, as if our dining experience was simply an inconvenience to their schedule. This is completely unacceptable for several reasons: 1. Had we been seated on time for our reservation, this wouldn't have been an issue 2. Other diners who were seated before us were still enjoying their meals (our reservation was at 4) 3. Our entrees took longer than expected to arrive 4. Why should we have to compromise our dining experience because of their seating mismanagement? 5. The prices we paid certainly don't reflect being rushed out the door For a restaurant charging these prices, the hospitality management needs serious improvement. Our server deserves praise, but we're hesitant to return given this was not our first negative experience with the hostess staff. Dining out should be a pleasure, not an exercise in being made to feel unwelcome.
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Mary VIP
San Francisco76 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently good. Well trained staff. Portions ample and hot. A family favorite for generations!
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Luis VIP
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We ALWAYS enjoy our experience at Joe’s! First class. Zoey is so helpful and kind and David is very professional and accommodating! Thank you all!
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FAQs

Original Joe's Westlake offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 755-7400.

Original Joe's Westlake is rated 4.8 stars by 5132 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 90 times today

11 Glenwood Avenue, Daly City, CA 94015

Additional information

Cross street
John Daly and Lake Merced Blvd.
Neighborhood
Daly City
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Two free parking lots available
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jesus Escobar
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.originaljoes.com/westlake
Phone number
(650) 755-7400
Private party facilities
Evoking the spirit of the original Joe’s of Westlake, the newly renovated restaurant transports guests to Westlake circa 1960. Boasting Sputnik lighting, terrazzo flooring and redwood accents throughout, Original Joe’s Westlake elicits mid-century America in the likes of Palm Springs, Beverly Hills and Las Vegas. The newly reimagined Cascade Room features show-stopping pimento orange banquettes, and offers a variety of options for large gatherings—from private rehearsal dinners and memorial receptions, to smaller non-private family dinners, class reunions and birthday celebrations. With beautiful custom sliding doors, the Cascade Room can be divided in half, creating two fully private event spaces, accommodating up to 50 guests each.

Original Joe's Westlake

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About this restaurant

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What 5,132 people are saying

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Review summary

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