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standing, as are the chicken and lamb specialties. $
Shan, 3739 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, 408/248-
8433. Fine Indian and Pakistani cuisine featuring
savory dishes rich in Eastern culinary traditions. $
Vedas Indian Restaurant, 560 N. Abel St.,
Milpitas. 408/945-1500. Authentic Indian dishes
fragrantly spiced and served in a warm, inviting
atmosphere. $$
INTERNATIONAL
Arya Steakhouse, 885 Middlefield Road, Redwood
City, 650/367-4939. Fine steaks and Persian
cuisine are the focus of this upscale dining establishment,
and a variety of well-seasoned dishes
round out the extensive menu. $$$
Kumino, 580 N. Rengstorff Ave., Mountain View.
650/964-3300. This casual setting for creative cuisine
and pan-Asian fusion fare is a must-do destination
for frugal foodies. $
ITALIAN
Bella Saratoga, 14503 Big Basin Way,
Saratoga. 408/741-5115. Wonderful
Italian dishes such as salmon ravioli
and eggplant parmigiana.
Charming outdoor seating
available. $$
Cafe Pro Bono, 2437
Birch Street, Palo Alto.
650/326-1626. A local
favorite for years, Cafe Pro
Bono offers an elaborate
dining experiecne in a warm,
friendly atmosphere. $$
Carpaccio, 1120 Crane St.,
Menlo Park. 650/ 322-1211. This
popular neighborhood trattoria has become
The Sea
an Italian institution. $$
Centonove, 109 W. Main St., Los Gatos. 408/384-
4007. Italian-style café specializing in wood-fired
pizzas and a wide range of housemade pastas. $$
Donato Enoteca, 1041 Middlefield Road, Red-
wood City. 650/701-1000. Chef Scotti’s menu
honors his northern Italian roots in a chic, contemporary
environment. $$
Enoteca La Storia, 416 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los
Gatos. 408/ 625-7272. Italian wine bar featuring
traditional small plates along with an extensive
selection of fine wines. $$
Enzo’s Italian, 21275 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino.
408/255-2686. With an all-Italian crew at
the helm, this eatery dishes up authenticity—
including fresh gnocchi and seafood ravioli—in a
fast-paced, modern setting. $$
I Gatti, 25 E. Main St., Los Gatos. 408/399-5180.
Fine Italian dining in a comfortable setting; the
cuisine pays tribute to various Italian regions and
ranges from pizza to rack of lamb. $–$$
ll Fornaio, Santa Clara, 408/217-8844; San Jose.
408/271-3366; Palo Alto. 650/853-3888. Il Fornaio
stays true to authentic Italian recipes and timehonored
cooking methods. $$$
Il Postale, 100 S. Murphy Ave., Sunnyvale.
408/733-9600. This popular Italian-American bistro
has made a name for itself over the past 20 years
at the old post office building in Sunnyvale. $$
Italico, 341 California Ave., Palo Alto. 650/473-
9616. This pasta-centric bistro is popular for
meatballs and other classic dishes along with its
extensive variety of Italian wines. $$
