nero sauce and grilled mahi-mahi filet with plantain
rice keep this Michelin eatery bustling. $$
LV Mar, 2042 Broadway St., Redwood City.
650/241-3111. Creative tapas and artisanal cocktails
make up the innovative menu at this Michelin-
recommended venue for contemporary Latin cuisine.
Incorporating locally sourced ingredients,
dishes feature a diverse array of flavor profiles in
culinary combinations designed to surprise and
awaken the palate. Taste and share a variety of
artfully prepared small plates such as seared duck
breast paired with crispy potato confit, crispy calamari
in squid ink with serrano chile aioli, pickled
lemons and mint, and king salmon cured in mezcal
and herbs. $$
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. $$$
Porta Blu (Hotel Nia), 200
Independence Drive, Menlo
Park. 650/304-3800. This gourmet
gathering place combines California
and Mediterranean influences to
create updated versions of classic dishes in an
elegant environment. $$
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. $$
Milagros Cantina, 1099 Middlefield Road, Redwood
City. 650/369-4730. Showcasing fresh seafood,
authentic Mexican cuisine and hand-crafted
cocktails made with organic juices. $
Olla Cocina, 17 N San Pedro St, San Jose.
408/606-7999. This highbrow bistro for Cal-
Mexican entrees serves shared plates and drinks in
bright, cheerful environs. $–$$
Pedro’s Restaurant, 316 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los
Gatos. 408/354-7570. Veggie wraps, chicken mole
and chile verde are among menu highlights. $$
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