Spring-Summer Events

Open Easter Sunday, April 21st, 2019

Celebrate Easter with us on Sunday, April 21st! We will be serving our full dinner menu from 2 pm to 9 pm. 

Complimentary Entree for 2019 graduates!

It’s that time of year again! With graduation ceremonies around the corner, we invite you to celebrate with us, in downtown San Mateo. To reward their hard work and dedication in the classroom, we would like to offer all grads a complimentary dinner entrée. A memorable event awaits you so invite the whole family and friends. Private Dining Rooms Available from 8 to 150 guests. 

• One Graduate per party receives a complimentary dinner (worth up to $40)
• Valid for all Grads: 8th grade, High School, College or other Institute – Must present Diploma or other proof
• Minimum of 4 guests in your party
• Valid Through August 1st, 2019

Call or book a table online!

PRIVATE DINING ROOMS FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT!

Whether you're planning a corporate luncheon or dinner, cocktail party, wedding rehearsal, birthday, or baby shower, we offer the perfect setting all year round. Dine in Privacy in one of our 4 Private Dining Rooms, with no room rental fee. 

White Elephant Parties | Cocktail Receptions | Luncheons

dinner...

We are open 7 nights from 5pm - 10pm.

Our menu features Dry Aged Steaks, Prime Rib, Fresh Seafood, Cocktails and an Acclaimed Wine List

HAPPY HOUR...

Unwind after a long day of work and join us for Happy Hour Monday-Friday from 5PM-6PM in our Bar & Lounge featuring drink specials, appetizers, and great service! 

private dining... 

We book parties up to 90 calendar days in advance. 

Prohibition Room: 56 Guests | Sky Room: 40 Guests | The Balcony: 14 Guests | Mai Dining Room: 70

For nearly 90 years, The Third Avenue Center has housed the old San Mateo Theater, as well as many fine restaurants - including La Reserve and Bogie's At the Theater. Today, you will encounter our gorgeous steakhouse: PorterHouse - a hidden gem in downtown San Mateo. Since our doors opened in 2007, we have continued the tradition of fine dining on Third Avenue. Our focus is to provide our guests with immeasurable hospitality through our inviting environment, private dining rooms, attentive and knowledgeable service, exceptional beef, and our selection of fine wines...

OUR ASPIRATION

Our Dinner Menu celebrates the finest Mid-West beef available, grilled over an open fire. Our butcher proudly dry ages our Certified Angus Beef steaks in-house up to 50 days. To accompany your steak, our Wine List celebrates the renowned wines of Napa Valley, Willamette Valley, France and Italy. In addition to our steak and chop offerings, our Chef provides for a daily selection of fresh fish and seafood...

Whether you are having a romantic dinner, entertaining some friends and family, having a business meeting, or hosting a private party, we will provide you with the ideal setting for your next outing.