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. $$
Little Lou’s BBQ, 2455 S. Winchester Blvd.,
Campbell. 408/ 796-7852. Traditional barbecue
choices such as ribs, burgers, pulled pork and
combo dinners stand out. $
Sam’s Bar-B-Que, 1110 S. Bascom Ave., San
Jose. 408/297-9151. The famed signature barbecue
sauce perfectly complements the menu of
mouth-watering meats at this family-owned restaurant.
$
Smoking Pig BBQ, 1144 N. Fourth St., San
Jose; 408/380-4784; 530 Newhall Drive, San Jose.
408/289-1510. Enjoy a variety of flavorful, slowcooked
barbecue specialties, including delectable
fall-off-the- bone ribs. $$
South Winchester BBQ, 1362 South Winchester
Blvd., San Jose. 408/376-0485. Mouthwatering,
down-home, finger-licking BBQ is the
raison d’être of this meaty mecca for carnivores. $
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. $$
The Bywater, 532 North Santa Cruz Ave., Los
Gatos. 408/560-9639. Along with savory Cajun
cuisine, you’ll find a raw bar and craft
cocktails at this New Orleans
inspired eatery. $$
Cafe Brioche, 445 California
Ave., Palo Alto. 650/
326-8640. Provencal flavors
with contemporary
American accents evoke
the South of France. $$
Central Park Bistro,
181 E. Fourth Ave., San
Mateo. 650/558-8401.
With a hearty array of
regional favorites on the
menu, Central Park Bistro
showcases the diversity of
American cuisine. $$$
La Boheme, 415 California Ave, Palo
Alto. 650/561-3577. Preparing a range of traditional
and modern French specialties, this convivial
establishment is a neighborhood gem. $$
Louisiana Bistro, 19 North Market St., San Jose.
408/295-1300. Authentic Cajun cuisine and a
variety of other N’awlins-style tastes make for an
enjoyable and memorable dining experience. $$
Mayfield Bakery & Café, 855 El Camino Real,
Palo Alto. 650/853-9200. Rustic, comforting seasonal
food produced in a wood-burning oven and
rotisserie in a handsome setting. $$
96 South Bay Accent
Neto’s Market and Grill, 288 Brokaw Road.,
Santa Clara. 408/296-0818. Third-generation
family business builds upon its line of sausages
with full-serve meals and bar. $
Nick’s Next Door, 11 College Ave., Los Gatos.
408/402-5053. Dinner-only restaurant featuring a
menu that ranges from rib-eye steak and meatloaf
to lamb-chop lollipops and abalone. $$–$$$
Rok Bistro, 124 S. Murphy Ave., Sunnyvale.
408/733-7651. “Stone-age” steakhouse sears meat,
fish, poultry and vegetarian entrees on hot volcanic
rocks. A wide range of fondues are also available. $$
Siena Bistro, 1359 Lincoln Ave., San
Jose. 408/ 271-0837. A friendly,
intimate restaurant with a wellrounded
menu, including risottos,
salads, soups, appetizers,
fish and polenta. $$
BRAZILIAN
Espetus, 1686 Market St.,
San Francisco, 415/552-8792.
710 South B St., San Mateo,
650/342-8700. Fourteen signature
cuts of meat are mesquitegrilled
gaucho style at this authentic
Brazilian steakhouse. $$–$$$
Fogo de Chao, 377 Santana Row, Suite 1090,
San Jose. 408/244-7001. This authentic Brazilian
steakhouse features grilled meats prepared at tableside.
$$–$$$
Galpao Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse, 19780
Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino. 408/366 2370.
Carnivores crave the succulent meats while sumptuous
sides satisfy diners of every disposition. $$$
Taurinas Brazilian Steakhouse, 167 W. San
Fernando St., San Jose. 408/294-0110. Brazilianstyle
barbecue buffet featuring select cuts of meats
cooked slowly on special grills. $$
BREWERIES/PUBS
The Brit (Britannia Arms), 173 W. Santa Clara
St. 408/ 278-1400. Authentic British pub
food with a wide selection of craft
beers and signature cocktails plus
nightly special events. $
Faultline Brewing Co.,
1235 Oakmead Pkwy.,
Sunnyvale. 408/736-2739.
A friendly brewpub with a
vast variety of homemade
ales, as well as outstanding
fare. $$
Half Moon Bay Brewing
Co., 390 Capistrano
Road, Half Moon Bay,
650/728-2739. This casually
charming restaurant and brewpub
offers breathtaking views and an
equally enticing menu. $$
Loma Brewing Company, Los Gatos. 408/560-
9626. This buzz-worthy new brewpub brings
together delicious craft beers and high-quality
casual comfort food in a lively atmosphere. $
Original Gravity Public House, 66 S. First St.,
San Jose. 408/915-2337. Award-winning sausages,
gourmet grilled cheese and duck fat fries complement
an array of craft beers. $$
Rosie McCann’s, 355 Santana Row, #1060, San
Jose. 408/247-1706. Exemplifying the warmth of
Irish hospitality, this Santana Row gem is known
for its camaraderie and welcoming atmosphere.
Guests can enjoy a drink at the full bar (including
Guinness on tap) before dining on traditional
pub fare or sampling decadent menu items such as
the stuffed bacon-wrapped prawns, Jameson Portobello
mushroom with blue cheese, candied walnuts
and green onion, or a juicy Kobe burger. The varied
menu consists of local farm-fresh organic ingredients
and grass-fed beef as well as vegan, gluten-free,
vegetarian and Paleo options. Share plates are also
popular as is the hearty weekend brunch accompanied
by bottomless mimosas and frosé. $–$$
Steins Beer Garden, 895 Villa St., Mountain
View. 650/963-9568. The hearty homestyle
cooking here is complemented by
a variety of the choicest craft beers
from around the world. $$
BURMESE
Rangoon Ruby, 445 Emerson
Street, Palo Alto. 650/323-
6543. Two talented chefs from
Burma Superstar restaurants
create a 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
Camper, 898 Santa Cruz Ave, Menlo Park.
650/321-8980. Featuring seasonal selection of
handmade pastas, creative vegetable dishes, and
prime proteins, this laid-back addition to downtown
Menlo Park is the brainchild of fine dining
heavy-hitters including Logan Levant. $$
Cascade Bar & Grill (Costanoa Resort), 2001
Rossi Road at Highway 1, Pescadero. 650/879-
1100. The California coastal menu features sustainable,
local seafood and organic produce. $$
Cetrella, 845 Main St., Half Moon Bay. 650/726-
4090. 400 Main St., Los Altos. 650/948-0400.
Upscale Mediterranean dining and California
coastal cuisine with a variety of venue options. $$$
The Crow’s Nest Restaurant, 2218 E. Cliff
Dr. Santa Cruz. 831/476-4560. Since 1969, this
popular spot has featured award-winning cuisine,
spirits and live entertainment from one of the most
spectacular views of Santa Cruz Harbor, lighthouse
and wharf. Surf-themed décor adds ambiance to
the downstairs dining room, where guests enjoy
seafood as fresh as the catch brought in that morning.
The beef dishes are just as delectable, earning
the restaurant accolades for serving the best steak in
town. Upstairs, the Breakwater Grill offers a variety
of appetizers and casual lunches, along with live
comedy, music and dancing. Outdoor decks provide
a friendly alfresco atmosphere and excellent
vantage point for sipping signature cocktails. $$
The Farmer’s Union, 151 W. Santa Clara St.,
San Jose. 408/277-0545. This updated incarnation
of a rustic American tavern boasts a refreshing
array of local brews, craft cocktails and hearty yet
sophisticated farm-to-table fare. $
Flea Street Cafe, 3607 Alameda de las Pulgas,
Menlo Park. 650/854-1226. An ever-changing
menu of continental and California dishes. $$
Hero Ranch Kitchen, 14583 Big Basin Way,
Saratoga. 669/267-3183. Restaurateur Angelo
Heropoulos expands his epicurean empire with
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