BEST BITES DINING OUT December 2015/January 2016 95 AFGHAN Kabul, 833 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale. 408/245-4350. Entrees include garlicky spinach stew, charcoaled meats and leek and onion dumplings. $$ AMERICAN All Spice, 1602 S. El Camino Real, San Mateo. 650/627-4303. Michelin-starred restaurant serving evocative New American cuisine featuring Indian and other worldly influences. $$ Arcadia, 100 W. San Carlos St. (San Jose Marriott), San Jose. 408/278-4555. Created by Michael Mina, this stylish steakhouse puts innovative twists on classic American cuisine. Also an extensive wine list. $$$ The Basin, 14572 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408/867-1906. This casual neighborhood bistro in downtown Saratoga serves up a seasonal American menu tinged with Spanish and Italian influences. Low lighting and inlaid wood tables give the restaurant an elegant look, but the atmosphere is come-as-you-are. Dishes are creatively prepared, using an abundance of fresh, wild and organic ingredients from local sources. Small plates and daily specials are featured, along with standout entrees, such as wild mushroom rigatoni, thick-cut short ribs and hearty flavorful Spanish rice. Specialty martinis are popular at the bar, which also offers an extensive wine list. Enjoy a relaxing meal on the outdoor patio or a successful business dinner in the fully equipped private dining room. $$ Birk’s, 3955 Freedom Circle, Santa Clara. 408/980-6400. One of the Bay Area’s premier steak and chophouses, Birk’s presents itself as a traditional old-city grill, but then offers a decidedly contemporary twist. $$ Bourbon Steak & Pub (Levi’s Stadium), 4900 Marie P. DeBartolo Way, Santa Clara. 408/217-2490. Modern American steakhouse featuring Chef Michael Mina’s creative interpretations on classic dishes. $$$ Bradley’s Fine Diner, 1165 Merrill St., Menlo Park. 650/494- 4342. New to the dining scene, an upscale rendering of the classic diner, featuring seasonal dishes from an award-winning fatherand son chef team. $$ Buck’s, 3062 Woodside Road, Woodside. 650/851-8010. Nestled against the hills of Woodside, Buck’s wacky, unconventional interior is as charming as its food is hearty and delicious. Breakfast is legendary. $ Café Stritch, 374 S. First St., San Jose. 408/280-6161. Trendy small plates featuring artisan pizza, chicken and ribs in a colorful, artsy atmosphere. $ Chicago Steak & Fish, 330 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos, 408/354-8858. A wide selection of Five Diamond Harris Ranch beef cuts and seafood make for a classy dining experience in a casual setting. $$-$$$ The Counter, Palo Alto, 650/321-3900; Santana Row, 408/423- 9200; San Mateo, 650/212-3200; and locations throughout the Bay Area. Build your own burger with more than 300,000 combinations to choose from. $ Crepevine, Mountain View, 650/969-6878; Palo Alto, 650/ 323- 3900; San Jose, 408/297-1100. This popular spot specializing in breakfast and lunch comfort food served in a family friendly atmosphere. $$ Dry Creek Grill, 1580 Hamilton Ave., San Jose. 408/264-2011. Succulent meats and fresh, locally sourced seafood in a lively, spirited atmosphere. $$$ East Coast Alice, 14560 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408/867- 1639. Contemporary American eatery featuring a diverse menu of Italian, Polish and other cultures’ cuisines. $$ Gott’s Roadside, Town & Country Plaza, Palo Alto, 650/326- 1000. Enjoy mouth-watering comfort food made from the freshest local ingredients in a warm, family-run kitchen. $ The Grill on the Alley, (The Fairmont), 172 S. Market Street, San Jose. 408/294-2244. A classic American steakhouse, complete with martini hour. $$$ Grandview, 15005 Mt. Hamilton Road, San Jose. 408/251- 8909. Steaks, seafood and pastas featuring fresh, quality ingredients, impeccable service and spectacular views of Santa Clara Valley. $$$ Hangar Steak, 1800 Old Bayshore Highway, Burlingame. 650/552-3505. Part of the Marriott, this standout New American steakhouse offers delightful dining by the bay. $$ Hults, 165 Los Gatos Saratoga Road, Los Gatos. 408/354-3434. Fine dining and a romantic ambience accompany farm-to-table, seasonal fare and an impressive wine list. $$$ John Bentley’s, 2915 El Camino Real, Redwood City. 650/365- 7777. A fun and lively spot, John Bentley’s combines warmth and elegance with outstanding service and an appetizing menu. $$ U l t i m a t e R e s t a u r a n t R e s o u r c e
South Bay Accent - Dec 2015/Jan 2016
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