American Cuisine with Spanish & Italian influences Fresh take on tapas PAELLA | TAPAS | CLASSIC WINES | SANGRIA 98 South Bay Accent lini and cranberry chicken. And remember to save room for the luscious Chocolate fondue. $$ BARBECUE Armadillo Willy’s, 1031 N. San Antonio Road, Los Altos. 650/941-2922. Fun, casual family dining offering prime Texas barbecue dishes. $ Little Lou’s BBQ, 2455 S. Winchester Blvd., Campbell, 408/796-7852. Traditional barbecue choices such as ribs, burgers, pulled pork and combo dinners stand out. $ Sam’s Bar-B-Que, 1110 S. Bascom Ave., San Jose, 408/297-9151. Famed signature barbecue sauce perfectly complements the menu of mouth-watering meats at this family-owned restaurant. $ Smoking Pig BBQ, 1144 N. Fourth St., San Jose. 408/380-4784. Enjoy a variety of flavorful, slow-cooked barbecue specialties, including delectable fall-offthe bone ribs. $$ Tony Roma’s, 4233 Moorpark Ave., San Jose. 408/253-4900. Special features here are the succulent babyback ribs and grilled chicken plates. $ 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, all served in a warm, inviting setting. $$ Cafe Brioche, 445 California Ave., Palo Alto. 650/326-8640. Provencal flavors with contemporary American accents evoke the South of France. $$ Louisiana Bistro, 19 North Market St., San Jose. 408/295-1300. Authentic Cajun cuisine and a variety of other N’awlins-style tastes make for an enjoyable and memorable dining experience. $$ Mayfield Bakery & Café, 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. 650/853-9200. Rustic, comforting seasonal food produced in wood-burning oven and rotisserie in a handsome setting. $$ Nick’s Next Door, 11 College Ave., Los Gatos. 408/402-5053. Dinner-only restaurant featuring a varied menu that ranges from rib-eye steak and meatloaf to lamb-chop lollipops and abalone. $$-$$$ Siena Bistro, 1359 Lincoln Ave., San Jose. 408/271- 0837. A friendly, intimate restaurant with a well-rounded menu, including risottos, salads, soups, appetizers, fish and polenta. $$ BRAZILIAN Fogo de Chao, 377 Santana Row, Suite 1090, San Jose. 408/244-7001. Authentic Brazilian steakhouse featuring grilled meats prepared tableside. $$-$$$ Taurinas Brazilian Steakhouse, 167 W. San Fernando St., San Jose. 415/906-6958. Brazilianstyle barbecue buffet featuring select cuts of meats cooked slowly on special grills. $$ BREWERIES/PUBS BJ’s Brewhouse and Restaurant, Cupertino, 408/865-6970. Oakridge Mall, San Jose, 408/284- 4260. Handcrafted beers complement the deepdish pizza and the delicious salads. Patio seating, full bar. $ The Brit (Britannia Arms), 173 W. Santa Clara St., San Jose. 408/278-1400. Authentic British pub food with a wide selection of craft beers and signature cocktails plus nightly special events. $ Faultline Brewing Co., 1235 Oakmead Pkwy., Sunnyvale. 408/736-2739. A friendly brewpub with a vast variety of homemade ales, as well as outstanding fare. $$ Gordon Biersch, San Jose. 408/294-6785; TapaOlé Palo Alto. 650/323-7723. These jazzy brewery restaurants focus on light, international cuisine, and of course, tasty brews. $$ Original Gravity Public House, 66 S. First St., San Jose. 408/915-2337. Award-winning sausages, gourmet grilled cheese and duck fat fries complement an array of craft beers. $$ Rosie McCann’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, San Jose (Santana Row), 408/247-1706; Santa Cruz, 831/426-9930. Lively eatery with tasty bites and fine beverages. $ BURMESE Rangoon Ruby, 445 Emerson Street, Palo Alto. 650/323-6543. Two very talented chefs from Burma Superstar restaurants create an outrageously traditional Burmese menu influenced by Indian, Thai and Chinese cooking. $ Sweet Mango, 1040 Willow Street, San Jose. 408/293-2268. Innovative menu blurs the line between Burmese and Chinese cuisine, and has become a local favorite in Willow Glen. $ CALIFORNIA Calafia Café, 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. 650/322- 9200. Executive Chef Charlie Ayers offers diverse, organic dishes from pizzas and curries to Duck Adobo and Tofu Lentil Loaf. $$ California Cafe, 50 University Ave., Los Gatos. 408/ 354-8118. Wonderful fish, shellfish and innovative pastas served in a casual setting. $ Cascade Bar & Grill at Costanoa Resort, 2001 Rossi Road at Highway 1, Pescadero. 650/879-1100. The California coastal menu features sustainable, local seafood and fresh organic produce, served in a beautiful resort setting. $$ Cetrella, 845 Main St., Half Moon Bay. 650/726- BEST BITES 408.867.1906 www.thebasin.com 14572 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (corner of 5th & Big Traditional Spanish Cuisine 18818 Cox Avenue, Saratoga tapaolerestaurant.com 408.379.1677 Orchard City Kitchen
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