102 South Bay Accent
and Jonathan Hall combines freshness and sophistication.
$$$
Park Station Hashery, 1701 Park Ave, San Jose.
408/320-1711. Thanks to deep roots in the San
Jose culinary scene, this homey spot elevates the
neighborhood restaurant concept. $–$$
Paul Martin’s, Mountain View, 650/917-9941;
San Mateo, 650/212-7400. Wide-ranging selection
of tasty seafood, beef and poultry dishes served
in a relaxed, contemporary setting. $$
Prime 109 Steak & Libation
House, 43968 Pacific Commons
Blvd, Fremont, 510/544-0034;
4150 Great America Pkwy,
Santa Clara, 408/519-3119.
With craft cocktails and
superlative steaks, this eatery
oozes old school elegance
and charm. $$$
Roots + Rye, 3055 Olin
Ave., San Jose. 408/429-
2909. Buzzing with energy,
this lively “new American” restaurant
specializes in handcrafted
signature cocktails and contemporary
comfort cuisine. $$
Scratch, 401 Castro St., Mountain View. 650/237-
3132. This sleek eatery combines upscale American
comfort food with an impressive drinks menu. $$$
Spencer’s for Steaks and Chops (Doubletree
Hotel), 2050 Gateway Place, San Jose. 408/437-
2170. Spencer’s delivers exquisite prime beef
dishes. $$$
Sundance The Steakhouse, 1921 El Camino
Real, Palo Alto. 650/321-6798. Since opening
its doors in 1974, this upscale, family-owned and
operated steakhouse has earned critical acclaim
as one of Palo Alto’s top dining destinations. Pair
selections from the nationally recognized wine
list with exclusively aged, prime graded steaks or
indulge in house specialty, slow-roasted prime rib,
in the candlelit mahogany dining room. In addition
to the award-winning beef, Sundance prides
itself on fresh, succulent seafood, jumbo coldwater
lobster tail, savory side dishes and decadent
desserts. You’ll also enjoy the vintage sports lounge,
featuring an inviting fireplace and offering a full
dinner menu, handcrafted cocktails, local micro
beers and premium wines by the glass. $$
The Table, 1110 Willow St., San Jose.
408/638-7911. Hot spot from Jim
Stump, serving contemporary
American cuisine complemented
by hand-crafted cocktails and
progressive wines. $$
Tender Greens (Stanford Shopping
Center), 180 El Camino
Real #1050. 650/285-6702. With
locations throughout the Bay Area,
this fast-casual farm-to-table eatery
serves up healthy cuisine in a bustling
buffet setting. $
Umami Burger, 452 University Ave., Palo Alto.
650/321-8626. Specialty and classic burgers with
carefully crafted combinations of toppings. $$
Vault 164, 164 S. B St., San Mateo. 650/348-8164.
An eclectic selection of American-style cuisine, with
a wide variety of aged steaks, chicken, pasta, sustainable
seafood and organic produce. $–$$
Village California Bistro & Wine Bar, 378
Santana Row, Suite 1035, San Jose. 408/248-
9091. Casual but sophisticated eatery excels with
a seasonal menu and an impressive wine list. $$
Wählbürgers, 185 University Ave, Palo Alto.
650/382-1389. The family focused franchise from
Donnie and Mark Wahlberg features hamburgers
and a host of hearty and lighter offerings. $
Willard Hicks, 280 E Campbell Ave., Campbell.
408/374-5000. Steaks and other wood-fired entrees
plus beer and cocktails are served in this clubby,
masculine restaurant and lounge. $$$
The Wine Cellar, 50 University
Ave., Los Gatos. 408/354-4808.
Old Town’s only original tenant,
this charming, Old-World
European restaurant has been
a Los Gatos tradition since
1966. $$
Yard House, 300 Santana
Row, San Jose, 408/ 241-
9273. Featuring a full range
of choice eats from snacks to
steaks, specialty cocktails and
an endless beer list. $$
AUSTRIAN
Nasch Austrian Bistro, 217 A N. Santa
Cruz Ave., Los Gatos. 408/402-5092. Leaving hungry
is not an option at this tribute to Austrian favorites,
including Viennese sausage and pretzels. $$
Naschmarkt, 384 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell.
408/378-0335. This highly rated eatery delivers
with central European traditions along with lighter
California twists. $$$
BARBECUE
Armadillo Willy’s, 1031 N. San Antonio Road,
Los Altos. 650/ 941-2922. Fun, casual family dining
offering prime Texas barbecue dishes. $
Dan Gordon’s, 640 Emerson St., Palo Alto.
650/324-1960. “Beer, BBQ, whiskey” is the tasty
trifecta that ensures Dan Gordon’s status as the
ultimate destination for comfort food fans. $$
Little Lou’s BBQ, 2455 S. Winchester Blvd.,
Campbell, 408/ 796-7852. Traditional barbecue
choices such as ribs, burgers, pulled pork and
combo dinners stand out. $
Sam’s Bar-B-Que, 1110 S. Bascom Ave., San
Jose, 408/297-9151. The famed signature barbecue
sauce perfectly complements the menu
of mouth-watering meats at this familyowned
restaurant. $
BISTROS
Bistro Vida, 641 Santa Cruz
Ave., Menlo Park. 650/462-1686.
Extensive bistro menu offers classics
such as steamed mussels, coq
au vin and steak frites, served in a
warm, inviting setting. $$
The Bywater, 532 North Santa
Cruz Ave., Los Gatos. 408/560-9639.
After 15 years at Michelin three-starred
Manresa, chef David Kinch opened this Southern
style eatery with partner and wine director
Andrew Burnham as a salute to New Orleans,
where Kinch first learned to cook. Along with
po’ boys, boldly seasoned shrimp remoulade, and
“Oysters Rock-a-Fella,” you’ll find a raw bar and a
slew of Big Easy cocktails, from juleps to Sazeracs.
Dinner includes creative Crescent City variations
like courtbouillon, “rich man’s” red beans and rice,
and Cajun-style gumbo. Snag a leather booth in
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