Van's Restaurant
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Message from the Business
Delight your friends and out of town visitors by introducing them to The Van's restaurant on the Hill, in Belmont. The reason The Van's has remained popular for so many years is that the quality of food and the service continue to be consistent, the atmosphere and welcome are always warm and freindly and going to The Van's is like going home to meet friends and family. From the owner, you are cordially invited to join us for a memorable afternoon or evening at The Van's, serving American Food in an historical landmark with breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay.
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Top Sentiments among Van's Restaurant Reviewers
Like chicken fried steak
Memorable wedding anniversary meal
Memorable Day dinner
Huge desserts
Good pork chop
Most entrees
Soft hot sourdough bread
Good salmon filet
Incredible rib eye steak
Great ceasar salad
Customer Reviews (20 reviews)
steely1
on Citysearch Dec 02, 2009Van's has delicious prime rib! When I walked in I thought it was a bit kitchy but I see, that's it's charm. My family, there were 10 of us, all had really great entrees. I had the prime rib which I ordered medium rare and it... (more)
TKFU
on Citysearch Nov 30, 2009Great place to hang out and have a drink. Better place to eat, the food is very good. Stuffed Mushrooms, giant prawns, etc mmmmm... The views from the dining room is also nice cause the restaurant is located on top of a... (more)
dolly09
on Citysearch Feb 20, 2009just rang there to make reservation for large party on sunday the lady or so called lady was very very rude did not want to know thats ok i will make reservations in another restaurant this place sounds terrible anyway... (more)
Xander M.
on Judys Book Jan 30, 2009Food was great, and everyone was so nice. The bartender made sure we had a great time while we waited to be seated. Im not a bar "person" but Travis made me feel right at home. If you like great food, great service and views... (more)
aimeeqp
on Citysearch Feb 04, 2008The food was pretty good...steaks are a good size..tasted great...GET YOUR FOOD TO GO! Don't bother coming with a crowd(and I mean more than 4 people)...the old people around you will treat you like you have taken... (more)
samantha10
on Citysearch Jan 01, 2008Want to be ripped off? Want food that all tastes like it was cooked on the same grill? Want a salad that has brown lettuce and sour dressing? Want to pay 25 bucks for linguini jambalaya with overcooked linguini and... (more)
bestcity
on Citysearch Jun 03, 2007I love this restaurant, I have been there twice since I found it first on 24hrlocator. Everyone is so nice and friendly there, great music on the weekends. I love the picture of Bobb McKittrick that they have posted on... (more)
civilguy
on Citysearch Sep 24, 2006We tried appitizers, salad, entree, etc. All was terrible. I had the blackened Catfish and all I could taste was char. No flavor!!! The stuffed mushrooms were mediocre at best. To finish off the night, we had the... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jul 31, 2006The Vans is a great local place to enjoy wonderful views, a slice of history and enjoyable atmosphere. What I did not find at the Vans was g... (more)
E. M.
on Judys Book Apr 15, 2006I went here recently and wasn't impressed with the food but you have to go for drinks if only to enjoy the historical location. The building this restaurant is housed in is one of the few remnants from the Panama Pacific... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Mar 22, 2006I went to the Vans last summer and the food was okay, but I wouldn't go back just because of the food. The reason to go to The Vans is becau... (more)
Lanajean V.
on Judys Book Jan 12, 2006This is where the old school swanky people used to dine, but the views of the beautiful Belmont hills are still intact. If you dine there for lunch, you have to come back to see this same view transformed into lights... (more)
anitapnguyen
on Citysearch Jan 10, 2006First of all, the directions given by the website were wrong and we had to find the place by default. We were seated promptly, and the service was great as was the view. Although the portions were more than ample, we all... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Nov 02, 2005Everytime I visit this restaurant I leave satisfied along with my doggie bag to take home. This is a great place to get some quality, high ... (more)
folkguru
on Citysearch Sep 07, 2005After reading some reviews on this site we decided to give it a try. The only complaint I had was on the service. Our waitress wouldn't crack a smile for a million bucks! She was just lacking in any sort of friendly... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Mar 14, 2005This restaurant is outstanding. The food is very tasteful, but a little pricy. This is a special occassion restaurant, and the one you tak... (more)
allwest
on Citysearch Mar 09, 2005I have driven by this place many times and have finally on a recommendation stopped in. This place does not dissapoint. It was great. If you like steak or seafood, old world class, this is definately a great place to... (more)
lord_humongous
on Citysearch Dec 25, 2004The great food and huge portions make this a terrific restaurant. Add to that the amazing view of the bay and the good service and you can see why this place is always so busy. (more)
randyo
on Citysearch Nov 06, 2003This is a fun, funky old school place. The portions are very generous -- the prime rib, while not the best I've had, certainly was HUGE. Appetizers and sides were also big, so bring your appetite. Decent food and... (more)
jca6363
on Citysearch Nov 01, 2002The service was great, food outstanding. And what a view upstairs. (more)