C o M I d A M e x I C A n A American Cuisine with Spanish & Italian influences 100 South Bay Accent Su Hong, 1039 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. 650/ 323-6852. Neighborhood restaurant featuring a lovely tea-smoked duck. $ Tai-Pan, 560 Waverley St., Palo Alto. 650/329- 9168. Hong Kong-style Cantonese cuisine served up in an airy, upscale setting. $$ Taiwan Restaurant, 1306 Lincoln Ave., San Jose. 408/289-8800. Started in 1982, this popular Willow Glen establishment serves a wide array of Chinese specialties. $$ CONTINENTAL Alexander’s Steakhouse, 10330 N. Wolfe Road, Cupertino. 408/446-2222. This upscale restaurant has redefined the traditional steakhouse experience by melding American and Japanese influences. $$$ LB Steak, 334 Santana Row, San Jose. 408/244-1180. Sister restaurant of Left Bank Brasserie puts modern French twist on American steakhouse cuisine. Save room for luscious pastry desserts. $$$ Manresa (temporarily closed), 320 Village Lane, Los Gatos. 408/354-4330. Chef David Kinch amazes diners with his creative, award-winning cuisine. $$$ Mosaic Restaurant and Lounge (Four Points Hotel), 211 S. First St., San Jose. 408/282-8888. This stylish bar and restaurant offers an American/ Asian twist on Continental cuisine. $$$ Viognier, 222 Fourth Ave., San Mateo. 650/ 685- 3727. The mesquite grill, rotisserie and brick-oven pizzas reflect a diverse global influences. $ ETHIOPIAN Zeni Ethiopian, 1320 Saratoga Ave., San Jose. 408/615-8282. Inviting spot serves up tantalizing variety of flavorful dishes, many vegetarian, with your choice of spice level. $ FRENCH Baumé, 201 S. California Ave., Palo Alto. 650/ 328-8899. New venture from Michelin starred chef Bruno Chemel. $$$ Chez TJ, 938 Villa St., Mountain View. 650/964- 7466. Fresh and innovative California-French cuisine is exquisitely presented as prix fixe meals by Executive Chef Jarad Gallagher. $$$ La Fondue, 14550 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408/ 867-3332. Appealing spot offers more than 50 different fondues ranging from cheese to wild game. Be sure to save room for chocolate finale. $$ La Forêt, 21747 Bertram Road, San Jose. 408/ 997-3458. Romantic restaurant’s menu centers on generously sized and beautifully prepared meat dishes, including a daily wild game special. $$$ La Mère Michelle, 14467 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408/867- 5272. Elegance and fine traditional French cuisine combined with family pride provide a memorable dining experience. $$-$$$ Le Papillon, 410 Saratoga Ave. , San Jose. 408/ 296-3730. Highly acclaimed for its awardwinning French cuisine, this Bay Area institution blends fresh, seasonal ingredients with impeccable preparation. Patio dining available. $$$ Left Bank, Menlo Park. 650/473-6543; San Jose. 408/984-3500. Popular eatery features contemporary French cuisine and a variety of seafood prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients. $$$ Melting Pot, 2 N. B St., San Mateo. 650/342-6358. Fondue spot features four flavorful cooking styles and a variety of entrees with dipping sauces. Be sure to save space for the chocolate fondue. $$ Nav io (Rit z - Carlton Hotel), 1 Miramontes Po i n t R o a d , Half Moon Bay. 650/712-7000. This luxurious seaside restaurant overlooks the panoramic golf course. $$$ The Plumed Horse, 14555 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408/867-4711. This 2011 Michelinstarred restaurant delivers contemporary, seasonal California cuisine based on solid French techniques. $$$ Restaurant Sent Sovi, 14583 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408/867-3110. Stylish French-California bistro relies on natural ingredients to create seasonal cuisine in a charming setting. $$$ Zola, 565 Bryant St., Palo Alto. 650/521-0651. Seasonal French cuisine featuring regionally sourced meats and produce complemented by a wide selection of French and California wines. $$-$$$ GERMAN Teske’s Germania, 255 N. First St., San Jose. 408/292-0291. Starting with such appetizers as potato pancakes and jalapeno cheese stuffed pretzels, Teske’s serves tasty German comfort food. $$ GREEK Dio Deka (in Hotel Los Gatos), 210 E. Main St., Los Gatos. 408/354-7700. Authentic Hellenic cuisine served in a relaxing setting. $$ Evvia Estiatorio, 420 Emerson St., Palo Alto. 650/326-0983. Evvia offers a lighter approach to traditional dishes. Family-style dining; open spit for roasting lamb. $$ Myth Taverna & Lounge, 152 Post St., San Jose. 408/286-7678. Modern Greek cuisine served in an ultra-urban atmosphere with elegant indoor or patio dining and frequent live entertainment. $$ Nemea Greek Taverna, 96 S. First St., San Jose. 408/279-4225. Serves up modern Greek cuisine made with the freshest ingredients and featuring an old-worldcharm style setting. $$ Opa!, Campbell, Los Gatos, Los Altos, Willow Glen. 408/399-7417. Authentic Greek dishes expertly prepared with beef, pork, chicken and lamb, seasoned to mouth-watering perfection and served in a cozy and friendly environment. $ INDIAN Amber India Restaurant, 2290 El Camino Real, Mountain View. 650/968-7511; 377 Santana Row, #1140, San Jose. 408/248-5400. Exquisite presentations and the food is perfectly spiced. $$ BEST BITES The Basin Bella Saratoga Comida Mexicana At Its Best! 408.867.1639 casadecobre.com 14560 Big Basin Way Saratoga, 95070 408.867.1906 www.thebasin.com 14572 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (corner of 5th & Big
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