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Timber & Salt, Redwood City, CA

Timber & Salt

4.7
4.7
495 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
Timber & Salt is a downtown Redwood City restaurant and bar serving seasonal California cuisine and craft cocktails. Our kitchen, led by award-winning chef Joshua Regal serves fresh, seasonal dishes highlighting the best ingredients California has to offer. We also serve one of the best burgers in Silicon Valley and feature Barbecue on Sundays. Our cocktail program features hand-crafted cocktails using select spirits, house made syrups, bitters, tinctures and specialty garnishes. We also feature a deep list of spirits, quality wine and specialty beer. Both the kitchen and bar utilize fresh ingredients from our farm in Woodside California. Timber & Salt has intimate indoor seating for over 50 guests and an enclosed, heated outdoor patio for up to 30 guests. We are open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday.

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2 people

11:00 PM


Booked 13 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Californian, Cocktail Bar

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–7:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (650) 362-3777

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Joshua Regal

  • Private party facilities

    Timber and Salt serves seasonal California cuisine and craft cocktails that make for exceptional events and parties. We offer a large, covered and heated outdoor patio, a semi private room or the entire restaurant for private parties. Timber and Salt specializes in cocktail parties and receptions.

  • Private party contact

    Laura Wilson: (855) 763-3246

  • Neighborhood

    Redwood City

  • Cross street

    Broadway and Theater Way

  • Parking details

    Free 90 minute parking underneath restaurant. Local street and town lot parking.

  • Public transit

    Redwood City Caltrain and main bus station within 1 city block.

  • Additional

    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 495 people are saying

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Great for outdoor dining

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Peninsula

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Peninsula

    Lively

  • Peninsula

    American

  • Peninsula

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

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  1. CharlesK

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sunday BBQ is the best BBQ i have had in the Bay Area!
  2. Sansea

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing night again at Timber and Salt! Very accommodating to request for modifications. The Brussel sprouts and Arancini appetizers are both fabulous - highly recommend getting both
  3. RWCLocal

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best spot on the Peninsula for a good drink and some very tasty food. Red and the team always take great care of us. The GnT and Old Fashioned specials are a treat. And the fried chicken is our favorite. Highly recommended!
  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Absolutely one of my favorite restaurants on the peninsula. Wonderful food great service highly recommend it.
  5. RWCLocal

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dinner with family and friends. Everything was good but the NY steak and the shrimp tacos really stand out. The gin and tonic special and the featured old fashioned were excellent (and very original). Service was very attentive and professional. Best spot in RWC.
  6. CharlesK

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best BBQ in the bay
  7. ljhatgisdotnet

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything we ate at Timber and Salt was well balanced, on point, and delicious. I adore gnocchi, but am often disappointed by the gnocchi themselves (too firm, too loose, too delicate, too toothsome) or that the accompanying sauce overwhelms them. This was so perfect, the brown butter, the winter squash, the sage…so traditional but extremely well done, so much so that you immediately understood WHY there are versions of this dish everywhere throughout the ages. I was so into my main that I have forgotten what my companions had, so I asked them. Their hamburgers were amazing, say both of them. Many try, but T&S succeeds. I wanted to eat the Brussels sprout appetizer all night, not too oily, not fried to death, and with the cheese under it, it was so goooooood. The buffalo cauliflower was lovely as well, though if you have a blue cheese averse person in your party, ask for the dressing on the side. In the end, there was more for the two blue cheese lovers and they were quite happy about that. We had 5 cocktails, a beer, and a glass of wine. All were great! Bread pudding for desert. It was sliced and deep fried, where it got a slight caramelized crust on all sides without being oily at all, the ice cream made it perfect. I can’t come back to eat fast enough.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sunday BBQ was fantastic. Both brisket and pulled pork were excellent and Smokey. BBQ sauce was tangy. Pinto beans aren’t traditional beans but they were good. Potato salad was good. Out of ribs. If that’s what you’re looking for, come early or you can preorder
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always love coming here- when we found out about the BBQ Sundays- def made it a MUST to come in!! We Love Red!
  10. VeronicaI

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great people. We love Red,David and Josh.always a great place to go to eat excellent food and drinks.They make you feel special. Excellent attention, always paying attention to every little detail to make sure you always have a special dinner..
  11. AmyFS

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Attentive service.
  12. PenninsulaFoodie

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We asked to be moved indoors from our original outdoor reservation and the staff accommodated us without a fuss. The food was delicious and the drinks were just as lovely
  13. Bernie

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Amazing fish tacos, and my parents loved the porkbelly appetizer. The apple crisp for dessert is a MUST!
  14. HeatherK

    Cincinnati

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best burger in the bay. Also amazing mixologists!! Rotating seasonal menu always has a new surprise that is so good that I get sad when it is gone.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience3
    The food is consistently good, but is disappointing when chef can not accommodate caramelized onion on burger, said the server. Service this time was awful. The guy keep forgetting either bring a simple side of fries or to check for more drink orders. This is the first time I had such a poor service. Usually the waiting staff are nice and attentive. Disappointing experience.
  16. RWCLocal

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great spot in RWC. The drinks always surprise, the food is very tasty and the staff go the extra mile. I tried their BBQ Sunday special and the brisket was incredible. Best I've had outside of Texas.
  17. JenniferP

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Timber and salt is one of my go to places in Redwood City. Starting with the host, Red, who always remembers us and makes sure that we are well taken care of. The servers are always friendly, and the food is consistently good. It’s just a great place. I also love the good music and cocktails. The menu isn’t large, but that’s not a bad thing. What they do, they do well.
  18. TartanH

    Hawaii

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a great way to spend a Sunday! BBQ at Timber & Salt does not disappoint, great food, super cocktails, amazing service. It doesn't get better than this.
  19. RuxM

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    It was my son’s birthday and they made it special.
  20. Sansea

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great spot on NYE, able to accommodate requests! And food was delicious
  21. meganrehm

    Austin

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience3
    The food was good but not great. We enjoyed the salmon and the deviled eggs most. The wings were okay, the arancini was very spicy, and the pulled pork sandwich was very bland. My favorite thing of the night was the house made cocktail that night which was a play on a French 75 but with tart cherry. It was fantastic. The atmosphere was definitely more casual than i expected but service was very good
  22. SeattleBubbles

    Seattle

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Top notch! We were really impressed.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food!
  24. bc01

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tried the Sunday BBQ menu, and it was awesome -everything was delicious. The host, servers, and chef were friendly and accommodated our party. Been here several times, the ambience is always great.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    great food, drinks and service, outdoor patio very fun. Sunday BBQ is awesome
  26. Tanya

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went on a Wednesday night. We sat inside due to the cold, but during nice weather the patio in front is really nice. The buffalo cauliflower was flavorful. The burger (which I had served on lettuce without a bun) was very good with the bacon jelly. The burger came with fries that were pretty tasty. My fiancé got the gnocchi which was also very good. It was a lot of food but we managed to finish most of it. The murals on the wall were pretty nice representing Redwood City's past.
  27. TomI

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing cocktails and delicious food. Easy public parking garage next to the restaurant
  28. GreatGretsky

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I took a friend for his birthday since he is a huge BBQ fan. He was really impressed with the authentic Carolina brisket and ribs. The pickles and beans were fantastic..my only negative comment is that the cole slaw was lacking crunch. Loved the Sunday night barbecue, perfect after the 49-er win!
  29. RWCLocal

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went to their Barbecue Sunday and was blown away. Had a little of everything. The brisket, pulled pork and ribs are spot on, but the hidden gem is the smoked turkey. It's incredibly good. The hush puppies and pimento cheese also very tasty, perfect as starters. Great drinks and service, as always.
  30. TartanH

    Hawaii

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    If I could give the food 10 STARS, I would. We stopped by on a Sunday afternoon after hearing that they would be featuring BBQ and WOW were we impressed. Everything we tried was SPECTACULAR, from the brisket to the ribs, but the real winner was the smoked turkey. It was so moist and flavorful that we took some home to enjoy later. All the sides were spot on and the matching cocktails were a perfect compliment. As alwyas, the staff was professional and full of great recommendations. Eat in, take out... you can't go wrong.
  31. oizoozle

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for the new BBQ Sunday menu. The smoked turkey was UNREAL. Never going to look at normal turkey the same again. Also really enjoyed the special cocktails, especially the Bloody Mary with the bacon. If you are really into amazing BBQ, go to Timber and Salt on Sunday!
  32. MarciaS

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Reservation was honored right on time, good service, and burger was delish!
  33. oizoozle

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I ordered the short rib after seeing a good review for it, and they were not wrong! Normally I’d split a plate with my date but I had to keep this all for myself. Will be back for more asap.
  34. TartanH

    Hawaii

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A great date night at Timber & Salt. We started with the chicken wings, Nashville Spicy, and then continued with our Southern theme, fried chicken and the Barbecue Pork Sandwich. The chef knows his food and flavors. The staff was, as always, professional and attentive. The cocktails could not have been better. We hear they are doing more Barbecue on Sundays... you can bet we will be back!
  35. RWCLocal

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great, as always. Tried the Short Rib and wasn't disappointed, great dish. The special Old Fashioned was another treat, Pineapple Rum wasn't on my radar- but it is now.
  36. SonJean1286

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    1 st time to Timber and Salt perfect midway point to meet our friends from SF . Had a great gin and tonic and the food was very tasty !!!! Great Bar ! Wish there was more seats at the Bar definitely would have stayed and had a nightcap
  37. RWCLocal

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Pork chop special and pineapple rum old fashioned were both very tasty. Great service.
  38. Anonymous

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect place to go after the movies! Our server had great recommendations and was very attentive. The Shorts Ribs are my new favorite dish and my friend really enjoyed the Salmon. Both were prepared perfectly and with so much flavor. I also definitely recommend their cocktail list. There is something for everyone with unique flavors. We had a great time and would highly recommend.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was great. I had the burger and the crème brûlée, both of which were outstanding. Cocktails were fantastic as well, service was fast and good even with a large party. Will return.
  40. TartanH

    Hawaii

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wow!!! Another great meal at Timber & Salt. The new special drinks were amazing and not to be missed. After starting with the cauliflower, the short ribs and pork sandwich were fantastic; the best we've had anywhere. Another guest had the Cobb salad, what did they do to make the turkey so good? As always, we saved room for dessert and the creme brulee was the perfect final chapter to our wonderful night. The staff is always friendly and professional. We feel so welcome. We cannot wait to come back and are already planning our next dinner out at Timber & Salt.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

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You can order delivery directly from Timber & Salt using the Order Online button. Timber & Salt also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 362-3777.

Timber & Salt is rated 4.7 stars by 495 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

11:00 PM


Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online
Google Map for Timber & Salt

881 Middlefield Rd, Redwood City, CA 94063

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Broadway and Theater Way

  • Neighborhood

    Redwood City

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–7:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Californian, Cocktail Bar

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Free 90 minute parking underneath restaurant. Local street and town lot parking.

  • Public transit

    Redwood City Caltrain and main bus station within 1 city block.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Joshua Regal

  • Additional

    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (650) 362-3777

  • Private party facilities

    Timber and Salt serves seasonal California cuisine and craft cocktails that make for exceptional events and parties. We offer a large, covered and heated outdoor patio, a semi private room or the entire restaurant for private parties. Timber and Salt specializes in cocktail parties and receptions.

  • Private party contact

    Laura Wilson: (855) 763-3246

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