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    Great garlic noodles and full bar!  Don't waste your time going upstairs, the food down here is basically their best options anyway.

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    Came here for Happy Hour from 4-10pm while the boy was checking out a car nearby. I came here primary for the Oysters after I saw photos on YELP! Unfortunately, Oysters are only served on Fridays.. bummer.  

    The place is extremely small and compact so i was a little disappointed since i wanted to be a bit rowdy for the NBA Finals! The bartender was super deduper nice and welcoming. She made me want to buy EVERYTHING off of the menu.

    We were in a rush so we had:
    Calamari: it was delicious but on the expensive side at $9
    Grilled Edamame: YUMM $3
    and some drinks that we didn't finished.

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    I love going to Under Attic for happy hours!

    They have a full bar and their own specialty cocktails too! If you check out their FB page, they'll have secret codes that gives you discounts on drinks or food items!

    Let's get to the food.. you must try:
    sweet potato fries with banana ketchup
    garlic noodles
    SRIRACHA WINGS!

    Check out their specials of the days also!

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    A fun watering hole with an extensive happy hour going all the way to 10 pm.  Deals range from $3 beers to a nice selection of highballs at $5 a pop.  The signature cocktail menu on the chalkboard includes more modern concoctions as well as classics like the Sazerac and Blood & Sand.  Sadly, the execution on these could be considerably better as ratios were way off on certain drinks, eg. a Blood & Sand with far too much cherry heering that wiped out any semblance of scotch.

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    Came here for happy hour from 4-10pm but was slightly disappointed. They have Heineken for $3 and some well drinks for $5 but the well drinks was really small and didn't have much of alcohol in it.  You would have to order 3 drinks to feel the alcohol. You order the drinks and food at the bar with Meghann. She was friendly but slow. She was the only one at the bar and she had to do everything, take orders, make the drinks, and ring you up.
    The food was okay but not for the price. There were 5 things on the menu and we ordered all of them. Their portion were a bit small for the price. Apparently their menu have changed a bit as well. Saw oyster on Yelp photos and did an inquiry and was told it's only on Fridays that they have oyster.

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    We love Under Attic!  Chill, simple, relaxing atmosphere with a good happy hour menu (from 4 to 10 p.m.).  The garlic noodles, adobo (Filipino) wings and roasted edamames are my favorites as is the $3 Heineken (great price).  Cool bartenders too!

    Only wish they could add another flatscreen for sports fans like me (they only have one and it's positioned up front where people making their menu choices from the chalkboard could stand and block your view) -- but then again, this is not a sports bar so... it's all good.

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    They have the best adobo wings here! Along with their HH menu that includes: Sisig nachos, sisig tacos and the korean tacos.

    Great service & fun enviornment!

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    $6 happy hour garlic noodles!!! Do I need to say anymore? Their happy hour is until closing which is pretty cool for a place in downtown SM. Their drinks are pretty strong too.. and pretty cheap!

    The Sriracha wings are okay but nothing to die for. I'm not sure if I would order it again..

    The sweet potato fries with banana ketchup is pretty good! It's definitely an interesting combination and something you must try. You can never go wrong with fries....!

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    Oysters ($1 each): You do get some that have no meat in it, but ehe 1 out of 6 isn't that bad. The oysters were fresh and tasty.
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    Garlic Noodles ($6): This had enough garlic for you to taste it, but not too much to where you leave thinking you can't talk to anyone for the rest of the day. I love the texture, it was cooked to perfection and the best thing was it came out piping hot! You can't ask for anything more than that!
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    Adobo Sriracha Wings ($6): Adobo sriracha wings?! Why didn't I come here sooner knowing this information!? Had this place bookedmarked for the longest time! Man, I fail as a foodie. The wings were really good! The mixture of the semi sweet adobo sauce and the tangy/spicy sriracha sauce, PARTY IN MY MOUTH!
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    Sweet Potato Fries with Banana Ketchup ($4): Can't say much about sweet potato fries... the banana ketchup was interesting... it really compliments the fries.
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    Chardonnay ($5): Love the house wine for happy hour! It wasn't dry or bitter. It was perfect with everything I ate that night!

    BOMB! I love this place! I will come here again! Downside is that people are really selfish with the seats! So get there early!

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    This review is for Under Attic only (obviously) and specifically for the happy hour.  I've never been here for a sit down dinner upstairs, but based on the food, I would say that this is going to stay more of a happy hour spot for us.  

    We usually get a few of the drink specials and they always have blood and sands which aren't bad here.  For food, we usually order oysters early before they run out, the garlic noodles which are more sweet soy noodles but tasty nonetheless, and calamari.  No complaints for the price.  

    If you are in San Mateo and need a good happy hour to hit up, this is probably a good bet.  Oh!  I would be remiss to not mention the great bartender that is always there.  She is super friendly and somehow remembers everyone's orders/tabs.  I still haven't gotten her name yet, but she seems to always remember us when we walk in, or at least pretends she does very convincingly.  Having a friendly and efficient bartender during happy hour never hurts!

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    Love coming here for happy hour. It's also one of the few happy hour places that I can make in San Mateo since it goes until 10pm. The happy hour drinks are only $5 for cocktails and $3 for a Heineken. Everything on the happy hour menu is pretty tasty and you can almost make a meal out of it - garlic noodles, sweet potato fries, chicken wings, edamame, & fried calamari. Thursdays are bone marrow night. The only downside is the seating - wish the seating was better for large groups.

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    Ok...so not everyone "loved" their drinks here...but really....4-10pm happy hour?  You can't go wrong with that.  Unfortunately we were kind of full from dinner so we didn't get any appetizers that were there.  I liked my happy hour drink which was the whiskey bitter...which tasted more sweet since it had sweet and sour in it.  My friend had a gin and lemonade which was also on the sweet side too but can't complain too much.  I forgot what my other friend had but her's was a tad bitter since it had a stronger bitters in it apparently.  Still a large selection for the happy hour menu that seems to last forever.  Even when we caught it on the tail end it was still nice.  

    The place itself is small-ish but enough space for a few friends...nothing for a large party.  Music was pretty eclectic here which kind of amused us.

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    Whether you're headed upstairs to dinner at Attic, seeking out a pre-movie drink, or headed out to yet another stop afterward, it's worth your while to drop in to Under Attic.

    Happy hour here is some crazy length! As in, several HOURS long. I guess that will make you VERY happy if you don't watch it.

    Bartender Meghan is super cool and makes wonderful drinks. Definitely branch out from your usual Shock Top or rum-and-coke and try out one of her special craft cocktails.

    But it's more than booze; there's a nice little app menu, too. I had my very first oyster -- ever -- here. It was... good. I mean, it tasted super fresh, and it came with a tasty mignonette sauce. If you like oysters, these are a good bet.

    My one "meh" point is the seating. This place gets crowded. For its compactness, "Under Attic" should be re-named "Crawl Space," because that's kinda how it feels here after 5:30! On top of that, the tables are kind of small, and I (personally) do not enjoy tall stools. Wish there were chairs as opposed to stools... that would make it more comfy.

    Recommended if you can get a spot to sit. If not: Try out B Street Station next door! Same owners.

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    Great atmosphere, great service, and great prices. Perfect place to have a nice night with friends or a date.

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    Great happy hour menu. Sriracha hot wings and garlic noodles are so good! Megan is awesome!

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    I've been here a few times but most recently was when my boyfriend was in town from LA. We had drinks with my brother here. We had a few Jameson shots with Leroid and a few beers. We love Meghan!

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    Favorite bar in the Burlingame/Millbrae/San Mateo area. Under Attic is the little bar on the first floor, under The Attic which is some sort of Filipino restaurant (never tried it). But anyways what can I say about this place?

    1) The bartender Meghan is hella chill. Nicest bartender you'll ever meet. Loves the Giants and makes watching Giants games here fun and energetic. The other bartenders are cool too. One of them was very generous with his pour.

    2) There really isnt that much seating but not a big deal since this place is designed for people to stand. Can get really crowded though.

    3) The crowd here is very diverse but most people I've met are super cool.

    4) Happy Hour is until 10PM. A crazy steal if you ask me. Perfect for those of us who work late and dont get off til 6ish when all the other Happy Hours are done.

    5) Garlic noodles are HELLA bomb. So are the clams.

    Overall, this is a great bar if you want a chill atmosphere.

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    I still cannot believe I stumbled across Under Attic, and if you have not yet then I suggest you scoot your behind over there and plop it on one of their stools. Yes, this place is a must!

    Under Attic is not to be confused with the restaurant above, which is so properly named Attic. I've never been to the restaurant but I have so frequently ventured to it's lovely downstairs hangout, and yes, I only came here for two reasons: I only came for the oysters and the drinks! [[Oh Trey Songz, you slay me]]. Oysters, when in season here, are only $1.00! Yes, I was shocked too but 'tis true...so go get you some affordable aphrodisiacs. Also, regardless if you were an oyster lover or not you must, I repeat, MUST, come here for their drinks. HAPPY HOUR until 10:00 PM, unheard of right? Well if you come here often then you definitely get happy. Definitely not to be forgotten are the people; the bartenders are always awesome, and are up for a good laugh or conversation.

    All these good points and not 5 stars? Well, I guess that's just me being picky and the fact that it can get cramped quick on a packed night because it's not too spacious in there. I mean, don't get me wrong, it's not a tiny closet, however, when it picks up you'll wish you got here early. Hrmmmm, now that I think of it maybe I should stop writing so I don't get shafted on any stools. :p

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    This is a charming restaurant.  I went with my parents after a long day and enjoyed the family style cuisine surrounded by a unique decor and smiling staff.  Make a reservation if you can, they are on Open Table.

    Try the Shaking Beef and the Chicken Wraps.  It is a place to enjoy.

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    My husband and  I came  here for happy hour on a Thursday. DOLLAR OYSTERS! We were all about it! Great lounge for a cocktail and small bites. We also tried the Siracha Adobo Chicken Wings that were pretty tasty, Nothing to out of the ordinary, but meaty and a good balance of hot and sweet. The have a good variety of mixed drinks and happy hour specials are listed on a chalkboard door. Overall, enjoy the ambiance. Casual, trendy, and moderate prices with friendly service. It got pretty busy after an hour of us being there, so if you want a table, get there early. We'd go back for sure!

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    Under Attic has same menu offerings as the Attic menu, but this area is more accustomed to the happy hour crowd.

    During the Happy Hours are great deals on food and drinks. The drink specials are posted on chalkboard door when you enter the restaurant. The Happy Hour menu items I would recommend are:

    - adobo lollipop wings
    - garlic noodles
    - calamari
    - white tuna poke

    The service and staff here are great! Since this place is small, seating gets limited. Get here as soon as you can to guarantee a seat here.

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    Came here with my lovely ladies for a happy hour and we loved it!!!  The price was great and their appetizers were heavenly!!  For a crowded place, the service was excellent.  Our food came out on time and the bartender was super friendly!!

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    Happy Hour till 10pm?! Happy hour that I can actually make it to??

    Yup, this place does happy hour from 4-10pm. They have a list of drinks for $5.
    This is great for groups, small or big. They have one long table that is shared with other groups and a few circular tables around the perimeter of the bar for more private groups for about 2-3 people.

    The appetizers they offer are delicious as well. Highly recommend the Garlic Noodles with Crab ($12) and also the Sweet Potato Fries with Banana Ketchup ($4).

    Nice atmosphere and friendly service every time. Definitely recommend this place :) You should try out the restaurant Attic upstairs too! :)

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    My friends and I have been here about 5 or 6 times now.  Really nice staff and excellent customer service upstairs from Paolo and Marco at The Attic, and Meghan downstairs at Under Attic.  Great happy hour with drinks priced for you to have more than 6 drinks to make you really happy..... and all the food I've had here tastes sooooo goood (garlic noodles, wings, edamame, etc....)!

    Check these guys out.  You will not be disappointed.

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    Went here for happy hour/dinner recently and I was very impressed by this place.

    First off, it is happy hour, so I started off with a 21st Amendment beer. They had a lot of other drink specials, including the Thursday Bone Marrow (1 marrow+1 beer+1 well shot), which I was very tempted to get, but I decided to sit with a beer instead. The place is pretty small, but luckily we found a small table towards the front. There was already a big group there before so it was sort of loud at first, but once they left, the atmosphere was very chill. The bartender that helped us out was very friendly and easy to talk to.

    We ordered the sweet potato fries with banana ketchup, garlic noodles, and adobo wings. So yummy! The fries were cooked to perfection and paired well with our beers. There was a subtle spicy/sweet taste. The garlic noodles came out steaming with chunks of garlics, just how I like it. The wings were flavored well and juicy on the inside, crispy on the outside. Everything came out hot and fresh and we didn't have to wait too long either. We were stuffed after all the food and didn't have room to order anymore.

    Overall, great dining experience. I'd come back to try the other things on the menu. Can't wait!

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    I'm always early or on time...but usually never for a happy hour!  I work in the city and can't get back to the area til after 6 for sure...and by that time most happy hours (even the ones in SF) are done at 6..not at Under Attic baby!  They keep it going til 10!  I like the restaurant but love the option of just getting drinks at Under Attic underneath!  

    Great priced beers, well drinks & select special cocktails with a limited bar menu too!  You gotta get a bowl of the garlic noodles..or the crispy adobo wings!  I like the tequila drink (forgot what it's called..it's almost like a tequila sunrise)..and it's silver tequila not nasty gold, and it's a mere $5.  Heinekens are only $3.  The bartender here is awesome and the space is kinda small but has enough seating.  It does get kinda stuffy in here tho..but I think you can lounge in the upstairs bar/lounge area after you pay for your drink.  There is also only one shared bathroom upstairs between the bar and the restaurant.  Under Attic is a solid choice for drinks & a must for happy hour in San Mateo!  When I think of nice places to drink at in San Mateo that aren't wine bars Under Attic & Mandala are the ONLY two places that come to mind.

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    This place is so neat.  I stopped in for a quick drink and there was a DJ playing and the roof was open, literally...they have a sunroof over the dance floor.  It was a beautiful night and what a great idea.  So, we ended up staying for a couple drinks, listened to music and gazed at the stars.  The decor really makes you feel like you are in someones attic, old books, shelves, etc

    I noticed they served food the kitchen was closed by the time we arrive.

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    I like Under Attic a lot better than Attic.  The bar tender is great, they have great happy hour prices (which I think is pretty much all night on weekdays), and their drinks are good.  She will even make you a skinny Margarita so you can drink guilt free!

    We walked by last week and saw they had dollar oysters so we had to go in.  We were even more delighted to find that they were the smaller and sweeter kind.  Super fresh.  Will probably have to go back soon for more if they still have them.

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    Happy Hour until 10pm baby!

    Oh geez, my girlfriends and I can stay here all night! Oh wait...we've done that a couple times! We show up after work around 530pm and don't leave until right before 10! Talk about taking advantage of those happy hour specials!

    The food is decent too! Adobo Saracha Wings are tasty and so are the garlic noodles. Thank goodness I was sharing with a group of people because I woud've inhaled all the delicious food on my own! I want to come back one day and check out the upstairs! Its fancy and the menu looks great too!

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    What an amazing cozy little spot for drinks and small bites. Trust the raves & reviews! Feeling glum at work? Keep your eyes on the time and dash on over when happy hour starts.

    There was limited happy hour food choices when we stopped in. Ordered the calamari and chicken, both were excellent. Lots of specialty cocktails to choose from. I ordered the mule and was really pleased.

    Service was speedy and friendly; and Meghann the bartender is awesome at making the cocktails and welcoming new and old alcoholics to the establishment.

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    Between the three of us, we tried every $5 mixed drink on the Happy Hour wall - tropical tequilla, mini mule, vodka spritz, yummy rummy, and limon cola.  (Also $5 house wines.)  Meghann the friendly house bartender is the bestest - all the drinks were good (and cheap)!

    The chalkboard special for the night was $6 sisig nachos, which were really good - lots of pork and thick house-made tortilla chips that weren't greasy ("They're fried, but we sit them on paper to soak up the excess oil.").  The adobo and siracha chicken wings ($1 per) were the bomb - sweet and spicy.  The garlic noodles were just ok - not amazing or garlicy and small for a $6 bowl.   The $3.5 sweet potato fries were cripsy and fresh, and the spicy banana ketchup is unique - I loved it, but some might not like the strong banana flavor.

    Meghann also informed us that they have taco Tuesdays and $1 Friday oysters ("It's until we sell out, and we get packed.  So come early.") - so we'll be back!

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    San Mateo you are blessed by this congregation called Under Attic. Come here and enjoy the longest happy hour in town (Tues-Sat 4pm-last call). Get anointed by their wicked drinks and sinfully good bar snacks. Do it.

    Meghann leads the mass here and does so with charm and good energy. She's not afraid to indulge in some mischief and take shots with you. The menu and drink specials rotate frequently so you're never bored with their offerings. Good supply of holy spirits they stock. They even have one of my favorite beers - White Lightning. Hallelujah! Grateful for their finger foods and small plates. It's basically Asian cuisine with a Cali twist. Heavenly. Although this establishment isn't spacious and can fill up quick, don't let it deter you from stepping foot inside.

    I am a definite convert. Under Attic, I give praise to thee.

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    Stopped by Under Attic on a Thursday night for their happy hour with a few friends.  The place is small so either come early or expect a bit of wait since people tend to stay a little longer to enjoy their drinks. The tables on the sides fit only 2-3 people and there's a large communal table in the middle for larger parties. The feel of the place is very cozy and intimate, a good place to stop by for happy hour with some good company. Lots of different drink specials. I tried the Southern Drawl and it was delicious! Tasted exactly like a sweet peach tea, but even better since there's alcohol. The bartender was super sweet and basically does everything herself besides actually making the food.

    As for the food, I would have to say I wasn't that big of a fan since the Thursday night happy hour menu didn't have much to choose from. They did have the adobo wings and the sweet potatoe fries which we tried, but other than that, nothing else that caught my eye. Just my personal peference, I ususally like my fries a little thicker and less crispier but the banana ketchup dipping sauce that they had for it was really good with a bit of a spice. The adobo wings were good as well - very meaty and luckily not ridiciously too spicy cause I wouldn't be able to handle it. Judging from the other reviews, the other nights for happy hour food looks really great - such as their taco tuesdays, the burger with the kimchi and egg, and their $1 oysters. I will definitely try to make it back on those nights where they are serving that!

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    LOVE this place.

    Meghann is the full-time bartender here and she is 5 STAR!!! She is quick, friendly, honest and super cute- she always has on appropriately colored/themed outfits if the Giants or the Sharks are playing!

    The drink specials are really good and last the entire time the place is open.

    Food is GREAT! Small plates from the Attic upstairs. You gotta try their edamame- it's super good!

    Check this place out- it is totally worth it!!

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    I've been itching to meet up with some Yelpers and decided to come out to the CMYE and support Abby S. It was a blast meeting new Yelpers at such a low key and chill location. I've been to Attic before for their dinner, so I figured their menu would not be so different at Under Attic.

    They offered small bites of their best dishes, like the sweet potato fries and their own version of the Adobo Wings. Every Wednesday, they offer a special burger. That night's burger was Burgogi. It was a burger patty, with bulgogi, kimchi, fried egg and hot aioli sauce. I was sold when the description read, burger with fried egg. Cannot go wrong.

    As we waited for our meal, the sweet potato fries came out right away, then came the burger. Unfortunately, the wings came about 30 minutes after I scarfed down the burger.

    The burger was phenomenal. The mixture of spicy, sweet and savory all at the same time was definitely an experience to be had. Be warned though, it is a mess eating this burger. For a split second there, I was a little compelled to use a knife and fork to tackle this beast. But no, I knew better. I had to eat this burger like a monster. My poor gf hates eggs so she couldn't even stand watching me eat the thing with egg yolk spewing out.

    Eating the burger was a blur, I couldn't tell you if I ate the thing in record time nor the conversation that was had while I was munching. It's possible there was no conversation at all...I wouldn't know.

    The adobo wings, finally came. We waited a good 35-45 minutes that night just for this particular dish. Wish there was some sort of warning on the menu informing us that we'd have to wait that long. What were they doing? Trying to catch the bird? But when the wings did come out, they were alot smaller than the lollipop chicken wings from the restaurant above. They were definitely spicy. You do have the option to order the wings mild. But they are so worth it, just the way they are.

    Love the food, hated the wait. Maybe next time, it'll be a better experience.

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    If Attic is Barbie, then Under Attic is Skipper (Barbie's adorable younger sister).

    Without a doubt Attic is my favorite San Mateo eatery, so it only makes sense that Under Attic gets a 5-star approval. Yes, it's a tad small and, as a result, gets crowded easily. But that's part of the charm! Even when meeting a group of 20 or so yelpers here, we managed to squeeze everyone in just fine. If you are meeting a group here, just arrive a little early and try to call "dibs" on that long table in the middle of the restaurant.

    Unlike Attic, which is a full-service, sit-down restaurant, Under Attic is more self-service, self-seating. Order your food/drinks at the bar and the lovely bartender will bring it out to you when it's ready. Please note that if you move around tables, she might not be able to find you right away. And when it gets crowded, food orders can get backed up. But as long as the drinks keep flowing, no one seems to mind too much.

    Happy hour = 4-10 pm! That's for everyone to enjoy, not just those folks who leave work in the middle of the afternoon. And there's an entire wall of specials to choose from, including mixed drinks, beer, wine and food. It really can't be beat. Last night's $6 burger was the best thing ever - marinated pork, topped off with an egg and kimchi. So good! You must try it!

    Unless you live in San Mateo or have friends in the city, you probably wouldn't know about Attic or Under Attic. Let me be the first to tell you that you're missing out if you don't come here. It's worth the drive!

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    At the encouragment of my friends, I started watching How I Met Your Mother recently. After enduring a HIMYM marathon on cable, I began to wonder if  me and my crew have  a go to bar. It hit me Saturday night that this place maybe it, at least when we are forced to leave the city to visit our growing Marshall and Lilly club! The bartenders are fantastic and very knowledgable, and their Rye drinks are awesome. The Sazerac is definintley #1 on my 2012 Rye Adventure list. The Bluegrass Mule was tasty, but I wasn't in the mood for a ginger beer flavored drink. And warning, the Birds of a Feather tasted like herbally cold medicine/sore throat flavored teas, it was not that pleasing. I ended up donating it to a friend and had to wash away the herbally-ness with the licorice flavored Monkey Gland. I'd say I was ok with a Frenette flavor over herbal.

    The appetizers are also fantastic. This is definitley a great place to meet up with friends for a pre-dinner drink. And get the Sazerac, its worth the price tag!

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    Cool little spot.

    On Fridays they have raw oysters from 4-7pm. They ran out by 6:30 so I'd definately try to get there early if that's what you want. $1 each and you order them in half-dozen increments. Not bad at all.

    Also tried the wings ($6 for a half dozen). Really spicy and tasty! The sweet potato fries ($3.50) were good as well. Wash it all down with $3 heineken's.

    The bar area is small and people crowd in there. I wouldn't call it a destination place but if you are in the area it's definately worth it to stop in and have a drink and snack. I'll be back.

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    What the heck is a Comfort Room?

    If you didn't grow up in the Philippines, I'll tell you what it is.

    But let me tell you how we got here first. The wifey called me at work and wanted to go to a Happy Hour joint anywhere in town. Didn't have a particular place in mind until I happen to read a section of the Chronicle while riding BART home. Under Attic served Happy Hour from 6 - 10 PM from Monday to Friday. They served Sisig Tacos Tuesday and other specialties. Very serendipitous, I say. I circled the article and called the wifey to let her know we were San Mateo bound.

    The bartender greeted us warmly and explained the menu and she let us take our time. She was very friendly, helpful and informative. After getting our orders, the wifey and I enjoyed some small plates and a cold brew. We had a chit chat with the bartender and explained how I found the place and mentioned the article. She said she had been searching the papers for the article all day and thinks she may be in it. I went back to my car to grab the article and showed it to her. Sure enough, it was her picture in the article doing her job. She asked if she could have it so she can post it on their wall, and I gladly complied and gave it to her. Again with the serendipity theme.

    I didn't even know it was a Filipino/Asian-Fusion joint until I had to go to the restroom. It was a uni-sexual restroom and hanging on the door is a picture of Jose Rizal (Philippine national hero - google him) and a Filipina lady dressed in a traditional Maria Clara outfit. The sign on the "restroom" read, Comfort Room. I let out a good yelp and was smirking all the while handling my business. (That's a number one if you had to guess)

    The place has a cool, relaxed and laid-back vibe. The bar is called Under Attic since the main restaurant upstairs is called the Attic. Hey, makes perfect sense to me.

    So for Happy Hour, we just added another one to our lists of go-to spots. Just don't get too comfortable in the Comfort Room.

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    Surprisingly hip place for San Mateo.

    GREAT music.  Loud enough to want to move to, but for some reason, not so loud so you can still carry on a conversation.

    Really happening on a Tuesday night.

    Located under Attic the restaurant... It's not huge, but has ample seating and tasty cocktails.  

    It was raining the night we were there and it was really nice being able to look out to the rainy streets of San Mateo while sipping my yummy libation, listening to totally rocking music, and having terrific chats.

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