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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. $$
Rokko, 190 S. Frances St., Sunnyvale. 408/773-
8225 (also located in San Jose). Full range of tasty
fare, from fresh sushi to hot udon and more. $
Sawa, 1042 E. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale. 408/
241-7292. Fresh fish and seafood, including
delightful prix fixe sushi-focused entrees. $$$
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
Arya Global Cuisine, 19930 Stevens Creek Blvd,
Cupertino, 408/996-9606. Enjoy Mediterranean,
Italian and Persian tastes as well as belly dancing
on weekends. $$
The Blue Door. 1502 Saratoga Ave., San Jose.
408/866-4176. This sleek eatery evokes the ambiance,
traditions and flavors of the Mediterranean. $$
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. $$
La Fontana (Hilton Santa Clara), 4949 Great
America Parkway, Santa Clara. 408/330-0001. Chef
Angelo Konidis has created a delicious array of original
Mediterranean Riviera culinary selections. $$$
Odeum, 17500 Depot St., Morgan Hill. 408/782-
5151. Combines Greek and Roman cuisine with
Spanish influences served in a warm and welcoming
atmosphere. $$$
Porta Blu (Hotel Nia), 200 Independence Dr.,
Menlo Park. 650/304-3800. Combining Mediterranean
and California cuisines, Porta Blu recently
debuted inside the tech-savvy new Hotel Nia in
Menlo Park. The restaurant’s name evokes a
doorway to experience the adventurous
flavors of the Mediterranean. The sleek,
modern surroundings are accented
with rustic touches, including signature
blue doors suspended from the
ceiling. Standout selections from
the vibrant menu include savory
shakshuka, light yet fulfilling flatbreads,
fresh, indulgent pasta dishes
and exotically seasoned dishes that
awaken the appetite and pique the palate.
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner,
Porta Blu is abuzz throughout the day, welcoming
Sundance
The Steakhouse
a sophisticated medley of academics from
nearby Stanford, Valley entrepreneurs and visitors
from around the word. $$$
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. $$
La Paloma, 2280 El Camino Real, Santa Clara.
408/247-0990. Traditional and contemporary
Mexican cuisine served in an inviting atmosphere. $
Milagros Cantina, 1099 Middlefield Road,
Redwood City. 650/369-4730. Showcasing
fresh seafood, authentic Mexican
cuisine and hand-crafted cocktails
made with organic juices. $
Olla Cocina, 17 N San Pedro
St, San Jose. 408/606-7999.
This highbrow bistro for Cal-
Mexican entrees serves shared
plates and drinks in bright,
cheerful environs. $–$$
Pedro’s Restaurant, 316 N.
Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos. 408/354-
7570. Veggie wraps, chicken mole and
chile verde are among menu highlights. $$
Puesto, 2752 Augustine Drive, Santa Clara.
408/333-9750. Gourmet south-of-the-border
specialties are showcased in this lavishly appointed
9,000-square-foot industrial-chic space. $$
Reposado, 236 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto. 650/
833-3151. A chic backdrop is well served by such
