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Rating
 
California13/20
 
399 S. First St.
San Jose, CA 95113
408-287-3991
  
 Modern American dishes like hanger steak in a shallot marmalade served in a historic setting. Read GAYOT's Agenda Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian/
California
13/20
 
58 S. First St.
San Jose, CA 95113
408-280-1993
  
 First-rate pasta dishes with an emphasis on fresh seasonal ingredients, including salmon ravioli, served in a historic setting. Read GAYOT's Bella Mia Italian Restaurant Review

 
 
EclecticQuick Bite
 
1115 Willow St.
San Jose, CA 95125
408-294-1125
  
 Large crowds turn out for the eclectic menu, which ranges from Greek spaghetti to Belgian waffles. Read GAYOT's Bill's Cafe Restaurant Review

 
 
Mexican12/20
 
7090 Santa Teresa Blvd.
San Jose, CA 95139
408-365-9500
  
 This family-owned restaurant in a south San Jose strip mall serves up better-than-average, home-cooked classics. Read GAYOT's El Amigo Restaurant Review

 
 
Brewpub/
Eclectic
12/20
 
33 E. San Fernando St.
San Jose, CA 95113
408-294-6785
  
 Singles scene with hearty, spicy pub fare and lagers. Read GAYOT's Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Review

 
 
CubanNo Rating
 
238 Race St.
San Jose, CA 95126
408-998-2822
  
 This is what Cuban food is supposed to taste like. Read GAYOT's Habana Cuba Restaurant Review

 
 
Mexican12/20
 
1495 The Alameda
San Jose, CA 95126
408-295-3132
  
 Freshly-made, authentic Mexican favorites from family recipes including tender chiles rellenos, crispy tacos, and burritos the size of your head. Read GAYOT's Las Palmas Restaurant Review

 
 
Steakhouse/
French/
New American
13/20
 
Santana Row
334 Santana Row, Ste. 1000
San Jose, CA 95128
408-244-1180
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 Stylish steakhouse at elegant shopping center Santana Row serves up sleek comfort food. Read GAYOT's LB Steak Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Brasserie
14/20
 
Santana Row
377 Santana Row, Ste. 1100
San Jose, CA 95128
408-984-3500
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 Renowned chef Roland Passot's lively brasserie is ideal for traditional country French cuisine with a modern, creative twist. Read GAYOT's Left Bank Restaurant Review

 
 
American/
Bistro
13/20
 
90 S. Second St.
San Jose, CA 95113
408-291-0677
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 An interesting dining and drinking destination with a popular rooftop patio. Read GAYOT's Loft Bar & Bistro Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian14/20
 
333 W. San Carlos St.
San Jose, CA 95114
408-294-2558
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 San Jose's celeb hangout has attracted the likes of former president Ronald Reagan and baseball-great Joe DiMaggio. Read GAYOT's Paolo's Restaurant Review

 
 
Pizza/
Italian
12/20
 
Santana Row
334 Santana Row, Ste. 1065
San Jose, CA 95128
408-557-8373
  
 Enjoy wood oven-baked pizzas, tasty pastas and plenty of people-watching at this Santana Row hot spot. Read GAYOT's Pizza Antica Restaurant Review

 
 
Mediterranean13/20
 
71 N. San Pedro St.
San Jose, CA 95115
408-971-8523
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 Inspired Mediterranean cuisine served in an appealingly urban and sophisticated location. Read GAYOT's 71 Saint Peter Restaurant Review

 
 
Chinese14/20
 
Santana Row
377 Santana Row, Ste. 1000
San Jose, CA 95128
408-247-8880
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 Chef Chris Yeo, the man behind Straits Café, scores another winner with this upscale Chinese restaurant. Read GAYOT's Sino Restaurant & Lounge Review

 
 
Hawaiian/
Barbecue
12/20
 
152 Post St.
San Jose, CA 95113
408-292-4266
  
 A huge backlit red Tiki god glows brightly at the entrance of this kitschy downtown Don Ho retro hot spot. Read GAYOT's Smoke Tiki Lounge Restaurant Review

 
 
Chicken/
American/
Deli
Quick Bite
 
31 Market St.
San Jose, CA 95113
408-287-4098
  
 Casual, quick, healthy and tasty. Read GAYOT's Sonoma Chicken Coop Restaurant Review

 
 
Singaporean/
Pan-Asian
14/20
 
Santana Row
333 Santana Row
San Jose, CA 95128
408-246-6320
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 An artful blend of Thai, Indian, Chinese and Vietnamese cuisines and one of the best mojitos in the South Bay. Read GAYOT's Straits Restaurant Review

 
 
MediterraneanNo Rating
 
3090 Olsen Dr.
San Jose, CA 95128
408-260-1444
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 The Mediterranean décor is as authentic as the food. Read GAYOT's Thea Mediterranean Cuisine Restaurant Review

 
 
Pizza/
American
Quick Bite
 
1072 Willow St.
San Jose, CA 95125
408-971-7080
  
 A Silicon Valley favorite serving wood-fired pizzas, fresh salads, and a variety of fish, meat and poultry from the grill. Read GAYOT's Willow Street Wood-Fired Pizza Restaurant Review

 
 
Seafood14/20
 
Santana Row
378 Santana Row
San Jose, CA 95128
408-244-1244
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 Chef Bradley Ogden and chef-partner Michael Dunn bring New England-style seafood cuisine to chic Santana Row. Read GAYOT's Yankee Pier Restaurant Review

 
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