37 North Restaurant and Bar

Eaten here several times and always left disappointed. The menu looks fantastic for a hotel restaurant, but the preparation has been very hit or miss. Also, the bar operations is disorganized at best, and it seems like the bar staff are always in the weeds.

I travel a lot for work which means I eat at hotel restaurants a lot. This place isn’t just another average hotel restaurant, they actually have a great menu and their food is top notch. During my stay at the Doubletree I have ate here every night. The Cuban, burger, and fish tacos are all very good. Next time I’m in the Bay Area I will be back.

Nice spot to come to. Awesome bartender Rusty will make your day always better then what it was. He is so courteous, kind, funny, and genuinely a cool guy. He is the main reason I keep coming, but I love those wings!!! So many places to chill, eat, watch a game or socialize. They have jazz music too on Fridays I think I can’t remember. Pretty groovy staff, everyone is nice, and drinks are great!!! :-) and try the Thai wings!!!

Yes the food was great, but Jesus is really what makes this place a 5 star. He was amazing. He made food recommendations, customized our meals and brought me samples of multiple wines to help me make my choice. I had the pork chop and my husband had the bone in rib eye. Every bite my husband took was followed by «mmmmmm» the entire time he chewed!
We tried the brussels sprout chips to start with because of the great reviews. They were tasty but a little oily for our taste.
I would LOVE to go back!

Chef Larry and team put out a delicious and creative menu that was both impressive and approachable. Don’t avoid this venue because it’s in a hotel, this restaurant has great food, great service, and is truly a hidden gem!

I was very pleased with the mothers day brunch at the Hotel Doubletree in Burlingame. I have never been there but my wife found it on Open Table. We booked the reservation late on Saturday and was pleased that they were able to accommodate our table of 10. I spoke with the restaurant manager Desiree and she was so nice and helped us get in. When we arrived our family was taken to a table by the buffet and my wife and mother were given roses, nice touch. Alex was our server and she did a wonderful job, keeping out drinks full and our plates clear. The food was above average for a hotel buffet and was presented nicely and tasted great, My kids loved the fruit table and I had thirds on the seafood table. Overall we had a wonderful time and will be back, I did look at a regular menu and being local to the area am waiting to come and check it out at a later date. Who ever had the band come in thanks it made the day ever so nice.

Well back again because of the wonderful meals I have had here so far. I booked a table for my family and we had a wonderful time. My daughters were so in love with the fruit display, they kept going and getting plate after plate. Being a seafood nut as I am the calamari salad was just to die for, though my husband liked the beet and goat cheese salad. I also loved the seafood station and definitely got my fill of crab shrimp and smoked salmon. I liked the salmon on the entrée as well and the sauce was excellent. The small le creuset on the buffet would be my only complaint because they don’t keep the food as warm as a chafing dish, but they look nice. Again the music was great and the kids really loved it when they played a request. Had a nice cook working behind the omelet station and the omelet was made perfectly. The chef came and checked on the table which was a nice touch and our server Thomas was great
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Really not worth the money. We went here for the Mother’s Day buffet and I was really disappointed. Compared to other hotels the selection was very sparse and the small serving dishes on the buffet were empty most of the times we went up to try more food. The fruit station was a mess– fruit on the floor and literally just dumped onto the platters. The meat was dry and over cooked and the potatoes were burned. The limited dessert selections were all frozen boxed desserts like you would get at a sizzler buffet. The restrooms were dirty and in need of repair. Compared to other buffets at nearby hotels, this one did not even come close to measuring up. Two stars because The servers were friendly and the live music was nice. Otherwise, I wish we had chosen another place. I will not return.

We were staying in the hotel for an early flight and had dinner ate at the hotel restaurant it’s ok not great but ok. I I had the fish tacos they were pretty flavorful and I like the fact that the fish was not fried but they were kind of on the cold side. My friend ordered a salad and the order got kind of messed up she ordered a romaine and spinach salad and a mixed green salad came out. We asked the waitress to bring the correct salad and out came a grilled Romaine salad that wasn’t even on the menu. But she ate it no biggie. I guess my biggest problem with that place was the service our waitress was very sweet but just was very confused. we ordered a cocktail before we ordered our meal and she seemed to totally forget about it until she delivered the food and we reminded her. the atmosphere was quite lovely and relaxing for an airport hotel they have live music, dinner style.
So I wouldn’t hesitate to eat there if I was staying at the hotel but I wouldn’t make a special trip.

This place continues to be a revelation. My wife and I foodies, live in SF and try to get to all the hot spots for dinner that are constantly popping up all over town. And so it is hard for us to imagine that a restaurant at the airport DoubleTree is this good in terms of food and service. From the brussel sprouts and pork chop, to the lamb sliders, steaks, and roast chicken, the food is surprisingly refined and expertly prepared. I’ve read some bad reviews on dishes not being cooked to order, but we have NEVER had that occur on any of our now 6 (!) visits to this restaurant.
Any time we have an evening flight, we make a point to grab dinner here beforehand. Check it out.

I didn’t order very much food here, but they were out of the kale ceasar salad I had my eye on, and the shrimp cocktail was only two shrimp and a very spicy cocktail sauce. The brussels sprouts appetizer was tasty, but a little on the oily side. Other people at my table seemed to enjoy their entrees, but I wasn’t terribly impressed. It’s a convenient restaurant for those staying in the hotel or looking for a step-​up from airport food, but otherwise, not worth the trip.

It’s a restaurant/​lounge inside a hotel. They comp the parking so dont worry bout paying for parking. There is no street parking, so dont bother looking.
I picked this place due limited time i have and it’s fairly close to my work.
The service was fairly good, would been perfect if i got my glass of water filled up when I asked. But at least they comp me a veggie dish (better than nothing).
Ordered:
Steamed clams — was pretty good, but the clams are so **** tiny.
Baby gem lettuce — small dish. literally a few leafs, and few of anything else.
Crisp brussel chips — this was a comp dish. it, taste pretty good. little sweet, but still have that minor bitterness taste.
Bone in ribeye steak — mediocre. Ordered medium rare. came out medium done. sigh. no juices at all. also, it is thin. 0.5 inch thick slice. the bone is thick. The fries… I dont even want to explain how it is to y’all.
Overall, 2 stars from me. I would give 3 star if the food was better.
Damage: $ 70

This is the restaurant and lounge in the Doubletree Hotel by the airport. We were there for Christmas Eve dinner and there were a reasonable number of people there. The ambience was actually pretty nice for a hotel restaurant. A jazz trio played subdued holiday music which was really nice. There’s a fireplace and and a few chairs/​couches for lounging.
Our group sat at a large table in the back. Our server was very nice and attentive. I started off the night with one of their special cocktails — a citrus old-​fashioned — this had to be the worst old-​fashioned I ever had — I sent it back because it seemed like they forgot the sugar. The bartender came over and asked what the problem was and I told him it seemed like he forgot the sugar. So he made me another one — and it was the same as the first one — where’s the sugar? Anyhow, I had a glass of wine after that — no sugar needed, thankfully!
Our food was generally pretty good. The appetizer of brussels sprouts chips — sprout leaves flash fried and tossed in balsamic vinegar glaze were tasty. Shrimp cocktail was two jumbo shrimp and a very spicy cocktail sauce — meh. The tomato bisque was hot in one part of the bowl and cold in another — check your microwave settings please!
I had a fried calamari salad which was some fried squid and tempura veggies thrown on top of salad greens with a tomato vinaigrette — good idea but not executed very well. My entrée was their take on steak and eggs — a grilled skirt steak over toasted sourdough bread with bleu cheese aioli and a fried egg on top. It tasted ok but the breast was so tough I could barely eat it. Our other entrees were generally decent including the fish tacos and braised beef short rib.
We passed on dessert.

Pros
+ Convenient when staying at Doubletree or across the street at any of the hotels near the SFO airport
+ Friendly staff, exceptional service
+ Some good veggie options, try the soup!
Cons
— Too pricey

Seems to me that me and the wife pass this place all the time. Never giving it another thought. Until Unilocal opened my eyes.
I we decided why not a date night. We come southbound on South Airport blvd. Quick right into the parking lot, Sharp left into the hotel entrance and into the pay parking lot. (which is free once you dine in) .
Walk into lobby and are greeted with the warm sounds live jazz music and water feature. To the right is hotel registration. To the left is 37 North. We go left. Seated window seating, which wasn’t bad. Noticed later that they have a fireplace. I would sit next to the fire which is nice to look at. I had a great time just talking to the wife.
The menus where given, ordered the Crisped Brussels Sprout Leaves.
Man they are good. Lemon and balsamic taste yummy.
Ordered the Burger for some strange reason (rare) came out medium rare. Oh well still ate it. Decent not knock your socks off just alright.
The wife had the «famous» Pork chop. cooked well done. It was done well and it tasted good for the little portion she was willing to share. Only thing that I didn’t care for was that on the menu it stated apple but, it came with grilled nectarine. It looked god but it didn’t pair that well.
I also had a grey goose on the rocks with lemon. But the drink came out with lime. I brought this to the attention of the waitress and was brought some lemon slices. I mean if you are gonna be charged $ 12 for a drink you might as well have it done the way you want.
Dessert was the beignets. Served with warm chocolate sauce and whipped cream.
For a bonus with the check we got some warm cookies. A nice touch.
Maybe try the buffet next time starts at 6:00 am to 10:00 for $ 17.
Overall is decent for date night. Would I make it a destination, Not unless I was in the area.
Service was decent. This was for only two wait people in the whole place. Some would say slow but I am not looking for fast I am looking for good.
As they say Fast food ain’t good and Good food ain’t fast.

Nice bar with very friendly staff! The interior is not very special.
We ordered a kale salad with chicken ($ 15, — a bit overpriced in my opinion) and a surprisingly good burger with a almost rare tuna steak and crispy bacon. Nice food in here!

Another 1000-​point OpenTable restaurant, another review. When we came by on a Friday night for apps and drinks, the place was 99% empty. The bar was decently packed, but in the dining area, it was our table, and then two solo diners. No one else came to eat the entire time we were there, which seemed odd.
PARKING.
Again, it’s a hotel, so the lot is for guests only, but they give you a little card to scan on your way out, so if you’re just dropping by, it’s free.
SERVICE.
For how empty the place was, it was surprisingly slow. Our waiter, when he was around, was a nice guy, but I think he has gotten used to not really having to do much. There was live music playing while we ate, and barely anyone there to enjoy it. I think they’re trying to make it a more popular place, but it didn’t seem to be working the night we were there.
CHICKEN WINGS.
Pretty bland, and small. Not bad, but if you’re in Burlingame, you’re so close to some quality food — go find it!
I know we ordered other things but for the life of me I can’t remember. Nothing was bad, just pretty forgettable.

I was at the hotel for a meeting and had 2 dinners here. It was pretty standard American fare, and they steaks did not disappoint. Staff was pretty friendly, and it felt homier than a similar hotel restaurant would farther north in Frisco. The octopus salad starter was good, too.
There was a good variety of wine on the menu and enough beers to keep us happy. It was definitely the easiest and most convenient option for a large group of people staying at the hotel, but it stands well on its own as well.

I am sad for all the one-​star reviews for 37 North. Honestly, I have looked at these people’s reviews, and I have to say that they have questionable tastes because one-​star rating (sans an atrocious experience) means people have too high of a standard or they cannot put things in perspective (especially money and food portions): fast food experience vs fine dining experience vs casual dining experience, these are all very different things. Adapt your expectations, as needed.
I ate here on New Year’s Day because I had just arrived to the Bay Area. With the Rose Game on, I was definitely liking the bar and TVs. The bartender, Rusty, was real cool. He makes one of the best Bloody Mary drinks I have ever had in life. Honestly, I promise! So good. I also had a margarita, but, in all seriousness, though, if you see him at the bar, ask for a Bloody Mary.
Food-​wise: I was feeling peckish that steak was the only option for me, the rib-​eye, to be exact. Rusty warned me it was a huge piece of meat, as big as my head. My reaction: bring it. And, so, Rusty did. And the result: I finished. I am not one of those people who will finish food I hate. In fact, if I find something to be terrible in texture, flavour, or scent, I will 100% of the time not finish it. It was a good-​sized, well-​seasoned, well-​cooked (I only eat rare) steak. I was satiated.
Service was great throughout my experience. The atmosphere is very laid-​back, which I like. Price: a little on the higher side, but this is the DoubleTree (Hilton hotel). I enjoyed my experience. I would come back just for the Bloody Mary drinks alone, in all honesty.

In a recent search for Gastropubs, I noted that 37 North was one of the few on the upper peninsula… and in an airport hotel (??).
So, after picking up my slightly hungry wife at SFO, we headed here for for some bites and beverages.
Ambiance: Looks like a 2000s attempt to be retro (‘60s), but still pretty classy and upscale. An extra-​wide gas fireplace in the back, three-​piece jazz band up front, and a large floor plan with booths on the wall, plus multiple nooks and crannies for privacy. Nice!
My primary complaint on the space was the lighting — way too bright. (They could cut it in half to be about right.)
We first opted for seats near the fireplace, but there was a loud wedding reception in the adjacent hotel ballroom playing the usual cheesy dance music, so we ambled over to the bar for more peace and quiet.
Service: Good. No complaints there. The bartender kept a watchful eye on us.
Food: So-​so for what we tried. The lamb sliders were tasty enough, but they were a bit too oily and not very lean. The charcuterie plate was not very exciting — just some cold, sliced meats, pickles, sliced mushrooms and some pieces of toasted bread. Not half as good as the same plate at Martins West.
Beer list: I was happy to see ten beers on draft, but the list wasn’t very imaginative. The same list of drafts can be seen on most bars on the peninsula. The bottle list was more impressive and unique, but was dominated by 22 oz bombers. Weird.
I’d be pretty happy if i was staying at this hotel from out of town, since it’s a step above most hotel restaurants. But for locals like me, it fits in the «OK» category amongst gastropubs.