Indoor dining is becoming more prevalent in the South Bay as restaurateurs adapt to the latest rules set by health officials. And while some may be eager to get inside a cozy, 25 percent-full restaurant, many still feel a twinge of trepidation about sitting indoors with other people after months of being told not to do just that.
Luckily, the restaurants in the region have options no matter what camp its customers fall into. That includes those offering indoor or outdoor dining for date nights or casual fare, curbside pickup or delivery for those who have gotten used to staying in their pajamas.
Newly Open
Floodcraft Brewing Co.
floodcraftbrewing.com
777 The Alameda, San Jose; 408. 207.1126
Located inside the new Whole Foods at CityLine Sunnyvale, Floodcraft Brewing Co. opened last week with 19 rotating taps of craft beer, wines and cider on draft. Open 11am to 10pm Sunday to Thursday and from 11am to 11pm Friday and Saturday.
Date Night
Enoteca La Storia
enotecalastoria.com
320 W St John St, San Jose; 408.618.5455
416 North Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos; 408.625.7272
Both Enoteca locations are open daily from noon to 8pm, offering indoor and outdoor dining as well as takeout and delivery. In San Jose, though Nov. 15, diners can get the chef’s special, which is pesto spaghetti with garlic prawns, paired with a cocktail for $35, plus tip.
Arya
Aryarestaurant.com
885 Middlefield Rd, Redwood City; 650.367.4939
Arya, known for its Persian cuisine, also offers Italian dishes and Mediterraneean fare fit for a date night. Open at 11:30am Monday to Friday and at 11am Saturday and Sunday. Closing time is 9:30pm on weeknights and 11:30pm on weekends.
Lexington House
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40 N Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos; 408.354.1600
For whiskey fans, the Lexington House, and American-style bistro, is a South Bay must-go. Open3:30 to 9:30pm Monday to Thursday and 3:30 to 10pm Friday and Saturday. The restaurant is closed on Sundays.
Odeum
odeumrestaurant.com
17500 Depot St STE 180, Morgan Hill; 408.782.5151
Odeum combines classic Mediterranean fare with modern California cuisine, serving seafood, meat and pasta and showcasing a rotating exhibit of local artists. Open for lunch Monday to Saturday and dinner Monday to Sunday. Sunday brunch is from 10:30am to 2pm.
Donato Enoteca
donatoenoteca.com
1041 Middlefield Rd, Redwood City; 650.701.1000
Donato Enoteca upped its game during the pandemic, offering at-home meal kits with fresh-cut pasta and handmade sauce. The restaurant is now open in full swing from 11:30am to 2pm and 4 to 9pm Tuesday to Sunday. Closed on Mondays.
Cin-Cin Wine Bar
cincinwinebar.com
368 Village Ln, Los Gatos; 408.354.8006
Cin-Cin Wine Bar serves small plates inspired by spanish, French and Italian cuisine in a laid-back atmosphere. Open for outside dining nightly Monday through Thursday from 4 pm through 10 pm and on Friday and Saturday from 4 to 11pm. Closed Sundays.
The Sea by Alexander’s Steakhouse
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4269 El Camino Real, Palo Alto; 650.213.1111
Chef Yu Min Lin has been tasked with making The Sea “the Bay Area’s premier seafood dining destination.” Open for takeout and delivery daily from noon to 8pm, for lunch on the weekends, and for dinner between 4:30 and 9pm daily.
ASA
Asarestaurants.com
242 State St, Los Altos; 650.935.2372
57 Los Gatos-Saratoga Rd, Los Gatos; 408.540.7004
Asa is open for patio dining or takeout for its menu, but also other kitchen staples. Diners can make dinner reservations online Tuesday to Saturday. The Los Gatos-Saratoga Road location is also open on Sundays for dinner.
Casual Dining
Oak & Rye
oakandryecatering.com
303 N Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos; 408.395.4441
Oak & Rye offer curbside pickup and patio dining starting at noon daily. Closing time is at 8pm Sunday to Wednesday and 9pm Thursday to Saturday. Its cocktails and specialty pizzas can be made to eat on-site or to bake at home.
Angelou’s Mexican Grill
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21 N Second St, San Jose; 408.971.2287
Angelou’s specializes in breakfast and lunch, serving Mexican, American and “other international flavors” from a weekly menu. Open 11am to 10pm Monday to Saturday.
Flames Eatery & Bar
flameseatery.com
88 S 4th St STE 150, San Jose; 408.971.1960
Flames, near San Jose City Hall, advertises its casual atmosphere. The restaurant has some patio seating, but also offers takeout and delivery through DoorDash, GrubHub and UberEats. Open 7am to midnight Wednesday to Saturday and 7am to 11pm Sunday to Tuesday.
The Pastaria & Market
thepastaria.com
27 N Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos; 408.399.3477
The longtime eatery moved into a larger restaurant in downtown Los Gatos months ahead of the pandemic, and owner Donna Novi has revamped the menu with new comfort food dishes. Open from 4:30 to 9pm Tuesday to Sunday for patio seating, takeout and delivery.
88 Keys Cafe
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1295 E Dunne Ave, Morgan Hill; 669.888.3488
88 Keys Cafe serves fried American classics: onion rings, crispy calamari and dill pickles as well as burgers, salads and sandwiches in a casual atmosphere. Open 4 to 9pm Monday to Thursday, until 10pm Friday and Saturday and until 8pm Sundays.
St. John’s Bar & Grill
Stjohnsgrill.com
510 Lawrence Expy STE 110, Sunnyvale; 408.738.8515
St. John’s has been in Silicon Valley for 40 years, but now has an expanded patio and offers takeout. Open from 11am to 5:30pm Monday and Tuesday, and from 11am to 7pm Wednesday to Saturday from 11am to 7pm.
Cucina Venti
cucinaventi.com
1390 Pear Ave STE D, Mountain View; 650.254.1120
Cucina Venti is open at 11am daily. Closing time is 9 pm on weeknights and 10pm on the weekend. The restaurant serves up classic Italian and Mediterranean dishes, including paella, fettuccini with duck confit and an assortment of flatbreads.
Old Town Shanghai
oldtownshanghai.com
251 S Mary Ave STE 1, Sunnyvale; 408.743.5728
Old Town Shanghai offers a mix of creative dim sum and Chinese classics for lunch and dinner every day except Tuesdays. Diners can eat outside, order in advance for curbside pickup or get delivery through Postmates, GrubHub and UberEats.
Campo di Bocce
campodibocce.com/los-gatos
565 University Ave, Los Gatos; 408.395.7650
Campo di Bocci offers open seating in its parking lot. Reservations are recommended for those who want to sit on the patio or hop on a round of bocce. The restaurant is open noon to 8pm Wednesday to Sunday for dine-in, takeout or delivery.
Tiki Pete
tikipete.us
23 N Market St, San Jose; 408.713.2900
Tiki Pete’s promises “island hospitality,” and a menu of Cajun and Hawiian dishes, plus drinks served in a pineapple. The restaurant is offering a two-person prix fixe menu for $90 through Nov. 15 as part of Dine Downtown 2.0, organized by the San Jose Downtown Association.
Takeout & Delivery
Voltaire Coffee House
voltairecoffeeroasters.com
360 S Market St, San Jose; 408.457.9929
Coffeehouses in the South Bay have struggled during the pandemic, but Voltaire has put together a deal to bring folks to them: A $15 food and drink pairing that includes a “coffee item,” a breakfast sandwich and a sweet treat of banana bread, pumpkin walnut bread or coffee cake.
Tacos Los Tres Hermanos
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1295 E Dunne Ave, Morgan Hill; 408.355.8151
This family-owned Mexican taqueria joint is open from 10am to 11pm daily for takeout, offering burritos, tacos, tortas and quesadillas.
The Last Round Tavern
instagram.com/thelastroundsj
354 E Santa Clara St, San Jose; 408.286.9710
The Last Round, launched by a longtime boxer-turned-entrepreneur in San Jose offers the best of bar food: Pizza, spaghetti, sandwiches and beer from 5 to 10pm Monday through Saturday.
Tony Caters
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5202 N 1st St, San Jose; 408.263.4366
Tony Santos typically focuses on catering, but with events canceled for the foreseeable future, he’s refocused Tony Caters on Tony’s To-Go. It’s like a meal kit, but customers can also order groceries delivered to their door. The menu changes weekly.
Sumika Grill
Sumikagrill.com
3548 Homestead Rd, Santa Clara; 408.246.5511
236 Central Plaza, Los Altos; 650.917.1822
Sumika Grill offers Japanese staples like Tonkostsu ramen, udon and fried Katsu don for homebodies looking for takeout and delivery. Open for lunch and dinner daily.
Big T’s Seafood Market Bar
bigtsseafoodmarketbar.com
1694 Tully Rd, San Jose; 408.238.2888
Seafood lovers in San Jose craving a fresh plate of clams, mussels, fish or shrimp can order takeout or delivery from Doordash, Ubereats or Grubhub daily from noon to 10pm daily.
The Funny Farm Restaurant
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7028 Santa Teresa Blvd, San Jose; 408.244.4424
The Funny Farm restaurant situated on the outskirts of San Jose features a flavorful collection of burgers and sandwiches, available Monday through Sunday from 11:30 am until 8:00 pm. Locals can order through the restaurant’s website for pickup or delivery.
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