Japanese cuisine with teppanyaki method of preparing
dishes tableside. $$–$$$
Leichi, 246 Saratoga Ave., Santa Clara. 408/824-
9052. Specializing in izakaya, Japanese small
plates, this casual eatery is a popular lunch
destination. $–$$
Ozumo, 355 Santana Row #1010, San Jose.
408/886-3090. This South Bay incarnation of Jeremy
Umland’s hit San Francisco restaurant attracts
a hip crowd with sushi, small plates, a Japanese beer
garden and a late-night lounge. $$
Rokko, 190 S. Frances St., Sunnyvale. 408/773-
8225 (also located in San Jose). Full range of tasty
fare, from fresh sushi to hot udon and more. $
LATIN
La Viga Restaurant, 1772 Broadway St., Redwood
City. 650/679-8141. A seafood-focused menu
of contemporary Latin cuisine has diners raving. $$
LV Mar, 2042 Broadway St., Redwood City.
650/241-3111. A casual modern restaurant with a
contemporary take on classic Latin cuisine. $$
MEDITERRANEAN
The Blue Door. 1502 Saratoga Ave., San Jose.
408/866-4176. This sleek eatery evokes the ambiance,
traditions and flavors of the Mediterranean. $$
Cin-Cin Wine Bar and Restaurant, 368 Village
Lane, Los Gatos. 408/354-8006. This tastefully
appointed bistro offers bold flavors using organic
and sustainable ingredients. $$
Odeum, 17500 Depot St., Morgan Hill. 408/782-
5151. Combines Greek and Roman cuisine with
Spanish influences served in a warm and welcoming
atmosphere. $$$
Porta Blu (Hotel Nia), 200 Independence Dr.,
Menlo Park. 650/304-3800. Combining Mediterranean
and California cuisines, Porta Blu recently
debuted inside the tech-savvy new Hotel Nia
in Menlo Park. The restaurant’s name evokes a
doorway to experience the adventurous flavors of
the Mediterranean. The sleek, modern surroundings
are accented with rustic touches, including
signature blue doors suspended from the ceiling.
Standout selections from the vibrant menu include
savory shakshuka, light yet fulfilling flatbreads,
fresh, indulgent pasta dishes and exotically seasoned
dishes that awaken the appetite and pique
the palate. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner,
Porta Blu is abuzz throughout the day, welcoming
a sophisticated medley of academics from nearby
Stanford, Valley entrepreneurs and visitors from
around the word. $$$
MEXICAN
Andale, 6 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos. 408/
395-4244. Mexican meets Southwestern, featuring
mesquite-grilled meats and fresh salsas. $
Aqui Cal-Mex Grill, Willow Glen 408/995-0381;
Campbell 408/374-2784; Cupertino 408/996-
1443; Blossom Valley 408/362-3456. Innovative
Mexican cuisine, great prices and amusing art. $
Consuelo Mexican Bistro, 377 Santana Row,
Suite 1125, San Jose. 408/260-7082. Authentic
flavors of old Mexico are thoughtfully blended in
creative dishes that are served tapas style. $$
Olla Cocina, 17 N San Pedro St, San Jose.
408/606-7999. This highbrow bistro for Cal-
Mexican entrees serves shared plates and drinks in
bright, cheerful environs. $–$$
Puesto, 2752 Augustine Drive, Santa Clara.
408/333-9750. Gourmet south-of-the-border
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