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The strength of San Jose's dining scene is its diversity. The influx of new immigrants, new money and new businesses continues to create a dynamic culinary landscape. San Jose has the largest Vietnamese population of any U.S. city so the Vietnamese food here is unmatched. Chinese, Indian, Persian, Ethiopian, Mexican, and Japanese restaurants are first-rate as well. And with white tablecloth restaurants like Le Papillon, 71 St. Peter, Tanglewood, and Arcadia, San Jose has plenty to offer in the fine dining category. Santana Row, San Jose's upscale shopping and dining destination, has the greatest density of good eats but downtown San Jose appears to waking from its decades-long slumber and is showing signs of life with restaurants like Paragon. Expect downtown's dining scene to take on new vigor in the years to come.
90 S. Second Street, San Jose, California
1.408.291.0677
American Restaurant. Located in Downtown San Jose, near the corner of San Fernando St. and Second St., the Loft Bar and Bistro has great food and a beautiful rooftop garden patio. The menu offers unique and familiar dishes such as Shaved Tri Tip and Fried Calamari. This San Jose restaurant is perfect for any size dinner party and with all of the convenient near by parking, everyone is sure to be pleased. Call ahead for reservations and availability.
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99 East San Fernando Street, Downtown San Jose
World Cuisine. Fahrenheit in San Jose is open for lunch and dinner and serves delicious World cuisine. Their Ahi Tuna Tartare and Pan Roasted Mussels will tame a seafood lovers craving for deep-sea delights and dishes like the Fire Grilled Chicken and Steak Satay and Asparagus Rib Eye Steak Rolls are sure to satisfy any appetite. Great for corporate events like luncheon meetings and banquet dinner events. Email Fahrenheit for large private events or make dinner reservations online.
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2050 Gateway Place, San Jose, California
Steak Restaurant. Spencer's in San Jose serves USDA Prime Midwestern corn fed, well-marbled beef that is aged for a minimum of three weeks. This San Jose steak house cooks their steaks and chops in a broiler at 1700 degrees Fahrenheit so the flavors are sealed into the meat. Spencer's for Steaks and Chops is a great place for business lunches and also offers a wonderful dinner menu. Call and reserve the Spencer's Wine Room for a private banquet parties. Parking available at the DoubleTree hotel.
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206 North Santa Cruz Avenue, Los Gatos, Ca, 95030
1.866.863.0479
Steak Restaurant. Voted Best Steak restaurant by Silicon Valley residents, Forbes Mill in Los Gatos is a fabulous place for romantic dinners and banquet parties alike. From decadent Kobe Steaks and creative seafood dishes to first-class wines and top-notch liquors, Forbes Mill in Los Gatos offers an ultimate dining experience to every guest. Located only a few minutes away from San Jose, Saratoga and Cupertino, this Silicon Valley steakhouse is well worth the short drive and is sure to please restaurant connoisseurs. Forbes Mill Steakhouse is only open for dinner and reservations are recommended. Call Forbes Mill direct toll-free or make dinner reservations online.
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100 W San Carlos Street, San Jose CA 95113
1.408.278.4555
Steak Restaurant. 2005 Bon Appetit Chef of the Year Michael Mina has done it again. A subtly elegant San Jose restaurant, Arcadia is known serving the finest preparations of innovative American steakhouse cuisine. An exhibition-style kitchen allows patrons to watch as the talented chefs prepare favorites like filet mignon and bone-in specialties, and the extensive boutique wine list presents fantastic pairing options. Located in the Marriott Hotel in the heart of downtown San Jose, Arcadia is walking distance from many theaters, museums and stylish nightlife destinations.
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167 W. San Fernando St., San Jose CA 95113
1.408.890.7011
Peruvian Cuisine. A fresh and flavorful addition San Jose restaurant scene, Nazca Peruvian Cuisine is one of the newest gathering spots for delicious Peruvian fare. The beautiful dining room and comfortable lounge are open for lunch and dinner, welcoming patrons for power lunches, happy hour cocktails and an authentic selection of Peruvian cuisine. This exciting restaurant also features live music on the weekends, giving diners a reason to linger a little longer and sample a desert or two.
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96 S 1st St, San Jose CA 95113
1.888.441.2756
Asian Cuisine. Bold Southeast Asian flavors, innovative cocktails and a wide range of small plates and entrees make E & O Trading Company a destination restaurant in San Jose. Dishes such as Cambodian barbecue chicken, Vietnamese Shaking Beef and Burmese ginger salad exemplify the range of flavors and influences on E & O Trading Company's menu. Focused on traditional Southeast Asian "street foods" with elegant presentations, this San Jose restaurant draws crowds seeking distinctive flavors and a stylishly inviting ambiance. E & O Trading Company's adjacent Dragon Bar offers a menu of signature Southeast Asian-inspired cocktails, house-made vodka and rum infusions, top-shelf liquors and beer and wine lists designed specifically for pairing with the menu. Offering lunch, dinner, takeout and banquet menus, E & O Trading Company provides a wide variety of dining options in downtown San Jose.
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152 Post Street, San Jose CA
1.408.292.4266
Hawaiian Smokehouse. Located on the corner of San Pedro St. and Post St. in downtown San Jose, this new Hawaiian style restaurant serves up some of the best barbeque San Jose has seen in a while. Their master chef knows how to prepare smoke meats and presents them appropriately with complimenting side dishes. Offering lunch, dinner and terrific happy hour appetizer specials, Smoke Tiki in San Jose should not be missed. Catering service is also available for most any occasion. No reservations needed.
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565 University Ave., Los Gatos, CA 95030
Italian Restaurant. Fun for all, at Campo di Bocce in nearby Los Gatos. From fresh fried calamari and lasagna specials to locally made Italian desserts, Campo di Bocce offers a true Italian taste experience. Featuring several indoor and outdoor bocce ball courts, this Los Gatos Italian restaurant is perfect for corporate team building events, birthday parties and family reunions. Call to reserve a table and a bocce court.
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Romance, Fantasy, Fun and Entertainment
41 East Gish Road, San Jose, CA 95112
1.408.512.3264
Moroccan Cuisine. Menara Moroccan Restaurant opened in San Jose back in 1977 and has been going strong ever since. Live belly dancers provide entertainment while guests enjoy traditional Moroccan cuisine. Vegetarian and meat filled meals are available, making this San Jose restaurant perfect for large groups. Menara is conveniently located near downtown San Jose, the airport and various popular hotels. Menara is available for banquets of up to 300 people and for groups of 25 or more for lunch.
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Putting the Spice Back into Downtown
80 N Market St., San Jose CA 95113
1.408.890.7014
Cajun Fusion. Bringing Cajun fusion cuisine into the heart of San Jose, Gumbo Jumbo is the South Bay's newest destination for the rich, spicy flavors of Louisiana cuisine. This Cajun restaurant in downtown San Jose specializes in crawfish, gumbo and jambalaya, and offers an array of mouthwatering treats for lunch, dinner and late night snacks.
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1710 W. Campbell Ave., Campbell CA
1.408.374.5777
American Restaurant. Located near the boarder of Campbell and West San Jose, Capers serves wonderful American cuisine with Italian influences. The sports fan will truly appreciate the artwork while enjoying a tasty cheese burger or grilled Angus filet mignon. With appetizers like fried calamari and roasted artichokes, the whole family is sure to enjoy Capers. Offering banquet menus, catering service and great happy hour two-for-one specials, Capers restaurant is ideal for any occasion.
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1820 Barber Lane, Milpitas CA
Steak Restaurant. Brandon's 4-star Award Winning Cuisine features Prime Beef, organic produce, game and poultry, as well as fresh seafood daily. And Brandon's offers a great wine list featuring the finest of California wines from nearby Napa and SonomaCounties. Serving USDA Prime beef, Brandon's in Milpitas is known for their weekend prime rib special. With plenty of parking available at the Beverly Heritage, Brandon's can accommodate large banquet parties in one of their many private dining rooms.
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320 Village Lane, Los Gatos CA 95030
1.866.301.3497
French Restaurant. Cucina del cogito. Sent Sovi partners David Kinch and Aimee Hébert present high-concept dining in an opulent atmosphere. Menu choices range from seviches and carpaccios to tartares, roasted meats and braised seafoods, with half a dozen exceptional desserts by Irit Ishai. Fine dining and culinary excellence are two main focuses for this restaurant in Los Gatos. Reservations are required at Manresa.
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140 South Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos CA - Located inside The Toll House Hotel
1.408.884.1054
Californian Cuisine. Three Degrees Restaurant and Bar belongs on any short list of the best of Los Gatos. The menu features dishes that honor the principles of true California cuisine, utilizing locally sourced, farm-fresh produce. Located in the beautiful Los Gatos Toll House, Three Degrees offers a quiet atmosphere and relaxing ambiance for casual diners. Call Three Degrees for lunch and dinner reservations.
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An Intimate Restaurant Nestled in the Saratoga Village
14583 Big Basin Way, Saratoga CA 95070
1.888.286.7194
Contemporary Californian. Situated at the west end of the Saratoga Village, Sent Sovi is one of Silicon Valley's top restaurants. Chef Josiah Slone prepares California cuisine with French inflections and is always happy to help guests pair complimenting wines for each course. Sent Sovi provides fine dining service and is a wonderful place to hold elegant banquets in Silicon Valley.
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72 N. Almaden Ave., San Jose CA
Spanish Restaurant. For diners tired of to-go boxes, Sabor Tapas Restaurant in downtown San Jose serves up small, manageable portions that won't add to the already-crowded leftovers section of the fridge. Enjoy light meals of traditional Spanish fare, or order multiple plates to share with friends. Diners can choose from mini tacos, enchiladas and tostadas, each served in portions of three sized and divided to share among the table. With a full bar and enticing cocktails like the signature blueberry mojito, Sabor Tapas Restaurant is a great place to relax and unwind with coworkers, family and friends.
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1355 North Fourth Street, San Jose, California
1.408.392.2468
Island Cuisine. Traditional island favorites with a twist! With a trickling wall of water and bamboo accents throughout the dining room, the Island Grill will bring the islands to you. This tropically- themed restaurant designs wonderful looking and tasting food for the whole family to enjoy. Conveniently located north of San Jose's Japantown, the Island Grill is great for business lunches as well as elegant dinners. There is plenty of parking at the Clarion hotel. Reservations suggested.
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399 S. First St., San Jose CA
1.408.380.3042
New California. Housed in a downtown landmark, Agenda features a fully-appointed restaurant at street level. Entrees include buttery filet mignon perched atop potato puffs, and roasted rosemary chicken expertly paired with a mushroom risotto. Call for reservations and mention this SanJose.com ad to receive $15 off your next meal at the Agenda in Downtown San Jose.
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