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Food and Drink Edit Section - Santa Cruz Food and Drink
 
There is a wide and varied selection of restaurants in Santa Cruz, and more coffeeshops then you can visit in a week. Most coffeeshops have free wireless internet access, and can be conviently reached from downtown.
 
Restaurants Edit Section - Santa Cruz Restaurants
 
There are alot of nice restaurants in Santa Cruz... though there are a lot tourist trap restaurants that are over priced and usually have lower quality of food. Stay away from touristy locations. Find the local joints!
 
Lulu Carpenter
At one end of the popular downtown stretch, Lulu's is always a delightful place to sit back and people watch. The chic interior is a little small but there is a fenced sidewalk patio out front and secluded outdoor seating in the back with nicegreenery. Drinks are excellent, considered the best in town by many locals, and there are sandwiches and baked goods for under $5. One of the few places in...
 
Java Junction
Locally owned with two locations, Java Junction has a wide variety of coffee drinks and excellent smoothies.
 
Union Cafe
This hip just off of the downtown stretch has an industrial artist feel and attracts mostly locals. It used to be called Jahva House, and was so discreet and hard to find... it did not even have a sign outside! A variety of musical performances happen here on a nightly basis, including open mic nights. Food and drinks are reasonable priced, and probably won't disappoint you.
 
Cafe Brazil
This is most untypical of breakfast joints in Santa Cruz. The Brazilian influenced menu is varied and delicious! This one is a must try.
 
Parwana
This small, but cosy and warm place has excellent Afgan cusine, and coffees.
 
Pearl Alley Bistro
To set the scene, this is a quaint little restaurant accessed via a back alley situated atop a reputably lesbian nightclub. Their dishes are great and awesome! Mixed drinks are made with fresh juices and the wine list is great. This place has maybe 25 tables and is a local favorite. Get anything weird on their menu and you'll be impressed. But, you MUST have the vegetable flan.
 
Zachary's
For home-cooking style be sure to try this breakfast diner. The food can be heavy, but it's delicious. "Mike's Mess" is a classic, where they mix eggs, bacon, hash-browns, and about 10 other ingredients into a tasty mash. Also, the corned-beef hash and the chilli with eggs are fantastic. With such appealing breakfast food, the sandwiches can be overlooked, but they are also worth some...
 
Omei
exceptional chinese food, modern style
 
Sri Lanka
Excellent Sri Lankan restaurant with great warm atmosphere.
 
Shogun
Excellent Japanese restaurant with some not so traditional roll combinations. Freshest fish in town!
 
Aqua Bleu
A stylish restaurant in downtown Santa Cruz, Aque Bleu offers a variety of food with an Asian influence, including delicious salads, fish and chips, hamburgers, Sushi.
 
Planet Fresh
Planet Fresh has Californian style burritos made from fresh ingredients.
 
Ristorante Avanti
A delightful Italian-style restaurant with a nice atmosphere that uses local organic ingredients.  It can be a bit pricey, but it's worth it.www.ristoranteavanti.com
 
Pink Godzilla
Pink Godzilla is a fabulous sushi/Japanese restaurant on the east side.
 
Mobo Sushi
California-style Sushi with many delicious variations.
 
Costa Brava
A restaurant in downtown Santa Cruz with great food. I would call it fusion... it has mexican food, but an interesting variations of south american and even asian.
 
El Palomar
Often considered on of the best Mexican restaurants in town. It's got decent food, and it's located in the center of the downtown area.
 
Royal Taj
pretty good, but not amazing, Indian food
 
Hoffman's
Located in the heart of Downtown Santa Cruz, Hoffman's offers a wide variety of flavors while entertaining guests with live Jazz nightly! With tastes to satisfy all, Hoffman's dinner menu ranges from California cuisine to classic German specialties. Hoffman's offers a well chosen wine list. We use only the freshest ingredients at affordable prices. What makes Hoffman's unique is our dining...
 
Shadowbrook
Upscale restaurant with excellent food but a bit pricey. Great for a romantic dinner. The outside area is quite lovely. You can get a full menu with prices as well as set up reservations via their on-line website.
 
The Plumed Horse (19 miles away)
The Plumed Horse is one of Silicon Valley's most revered restaurants with an impeccable reputation for culinary excellence and fine service. This gourmet destination combines contemporary creativity with outstanding French-California cuisine prepared with an emphasis on locally grown, organic produce. We use Certified Angus Beef. The extensive wine list has won the coveted Wine Spectator's Grand...
 
Tamarine (31 miles away)
Tamarine is a contemporary Vietnamese restaurant that features the light but flavor-intensive culinary delicacies of Vietnam. The restaurant offers a menu based on small plates, promoting the Vietnamese tradition of the 'shared' meal in which food is shared and enjoyed with those close. Tamarine's small plate entrees are enjoyed with the pairing of a variety of aromatic, flavor infused rice,...
 
Junnoon (31 miles away)
Junnoon Restaurant and Lounge is born of the passion and energy of Contemporary India and showcases inventive modern renditions of Indian Cuisine: bold, healthy and flavor intensive. The culinary team behind Junnoon consists of Consulting Chef Floyd Cardoz, Executive Chef of Tabla Restaurant, New York; Executive Chef Kirti Pant, formerly of The Cinnamon Club, London, and Sous Chef Shachi Mehra,...
 
California Cafe - Palo Alto (31 miles away)
Located in the historic Stanford Barn, California Cafe offers an escape from the outside world. We feed the senses - California style - through our chef-driven creations, engaging service, and relaxing ambiance.
 
LAVANDA Restaurant and Wine Bar (31 miles away)
Located in the heart of downtown Palo Alto, Lavanda invites all that enjoy fine wine and Mediterranean Italian cuisine to come and see this beautifully renovated restaurant. Diners discover simple dishes made with the finest ingredients. Fresh seafood, homemade pastas and an assortment of high-quality poultry and game dishes are easily paired with over 600 wines, including close to 30...
 
Mantra Restaurant and Lounge (31 miles away)
"Chef Sachin Chopra has made this elegant restaurant a destination. The restaurant brings flash, glamour and a dash of Bollywood mystique to Palo Alto...definitely worth a visit". Michael Bauer, San Francisco Chronicle. Executive Chef Chopra has been professionally trained in two continents, started his career in Manhattan at Restaurant Daniel and later was the opening chef of Amber India in...
 
Nola - Palo Alto (31 miles away)
Nola has been nominated for the best margarita and the best trendy spot for salty tequila mixes and the beautiful people that drink them. Come join us at Nola, for Palo Alto's Dine Downtown program on Monday nights during the month of January. Choose between our $23.00 Dine Downtown prix fixe menu or Nola's tradional menu.
 
Straits Cafe - Palo Alto (31 miles away)
Authentic family style Singaporean cuisine.
 
Tai Pan (31 miles away)
In Chinese culture, a Tai-Pan is an individual who shines above all in their field. At Tai-Pan, we believe in the constant pursuit of culinary excellence. From our menu, celebrating Hong Kong-style Cantonese cuisine, to the fine ingredients we use, to our thoughtful preparation and presentation, we strive to deliver an experience befitting a Tai-Pan – one that shines above all else.
 
Trader Vic's - Palo Alto (31 miles away)
Trader Vic's is a Polynesian restaurant and bar, which specializes in serving Island cuisine and tropical cocktails. Island cuisine is an influenced fusion of French, Creole, Indian and Chinese.
 
Scott's Seafood - Palo Alto (31 miles away)
Scott's Seafood Restaurant is a Bay Area tradition. Their American regional cuisine features the freshest seafood and prime dry aged steaks. The interior is inviting for all occasions, from casual dining to special occasions, business meetings or your next event.
 
Three Seasons (31 miles away)
Known for their astounding repertoire of fresh spring rolls and collective small plates, Three Seasons Restaurant has quickly become the dining experience of choice among those who know. Founders Chef Hung Le and his wife, Tessa teamed with Co-Proprietor/Chef Todd Le to bring their concept of fresh premium ingredients combined with innovative food presentation to downtown Palo Alto. The result is...
 
Evvia (31 miles away)
Sister restaurant of Kokkari, Evvia has been serving beautiful and elegant Greek cuisine since 1995. Fabulous fish, savory roasted meats, and sun-soaked vegetables are jazzed up with a spritz of lemon, a little olive oil, and herbs. There is perfection in simplicity.
 
Spago - Palo Alto (31 miles away)
Spago Palo Alto brings you the cuisine of Wolfgang Puck and Executive Chef Aram Mardigian. Enjoy excellent California cuisine with French and Asian influences. For parties larger than 12 people, please call the restaurant directly.**
 
Zibibbo (31 miles away)
Located in the heart of Palo Alto, Zibibbo offers a seasonal Pan-Mediterranean menu, served 'family-style’ in the tranquil surroundings of a renovated Victorian home. Zibibbo features an award-winning wine list and a wine bar offering over 60 wines-by-the-glass. Enjoy our bar menu of small plates and unique house cocktails by the fireplace in the outdoor Garden Bar.
 
Red Kwali Restaurant (30 miles away)
Red Kwali Restaurant is the winner of San Francisco Magazine’s “Best of the Bay Area” in 2005. We serve flavorful cuisines featuring Singapore, Malaysia and Thai favorites. Enjoy delicious dishes in our beautifully decorated restaurant featuring exhibition kitchen, open ceiling and nostalgic decors. It is located in the popular McCarthy Ranch in Milpitas, next to Black Angus and Best Buy. We...
 
The Basin (19 miles away)
Fresh, delicious, and innovative American cuisine in a hip and comfortable setting. The Basin serves modern American fare utilizing farm-raised, hand picked fresh produce, international cheeses, and dry-aged meats. The wine list is as dynamic as it is diverse, including numerous selections from the Santa Cruz Mountains, rare French vintages and hard to find wines from around the globe. A full bar...
 
Sent Sovi (19 miles away)
Sent Sovi is nestled in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, just 45 minutes from San Francisco in the heart of Silicon Valley. It features a quaint, cozy atmosphere with lots of copper and hardwood floors. The California influenced French fare relies on local, organically grown produce, fresh fish and fine wine.
 
Viaggio (19 miles away)
Take a culinary voyage to the Mediterranean with one of the South Bay's dining hot spots. Nestled in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Viaggio has long been a favorite of diners in the beautiful village of Saratoga.
 
Alexander's Steakhouse (22 miles away)
Alexander's Steakhouse is Cupertino's upscale contemporary steakhouse. The restaurant modernizes traditional steakhouse fare while infusing Asian touches to keep the cuisine fresh and intriguing. This is a premiere dining destination in the South Bay - the place to close deals, celebrate milestones, or simply savor a juicy steak. Read our current review in The Mercury News
 
Cafe Torre (22 miles away)
Cafe Torre is a charming Italian neighborhood bistro featuring an international wine list.
 
Fontana's Italian (22 miles away)
Celebrating 20 years as Cupertino's favorite Italian and Seafood restaurant in the heart of Silicon Valley. Fontana's Italian features seafood, steaks, chicken, and pastas cooked to order. Complimenting the fresh from scratch entrees is a fine selection of California and Italian wines. This is followed by an array of homemade desserts such as Tiramisu and the Bocce Ball. For business, family,...
 
Park Place (22 miles away)
Park Place is an exciting restaurant designed by Bob Puccini located in the heart of Silicon Valley at the new Cali Mill Plaza. Featuring fresh produce and locally grown specialty items, Chef Brad Kraten's seasonal menu celebrates his contemporary American take on traditional seafood and steak fare. Try signature dishes found throughout the menu: "From the Sea", "From Brad's Kitchen", or "From...
 
Menara Moroccan Restaurant (25 miles away)
Menara Moroccan Restaurant has been serving the Bay area for 27 years. An award winning menu and belly dancing makes this a premier dining place in San Jose. Near the junction of 101 and 880 Freeway at the 1st Street exit and Gish Road Station, Menara Moroccan Restaurant is conveniently located near major hotels, the convention center and airport. Romance, fantasy, fun. Have your own little...
 
ARCADIA (25 miles away)
Acclaimed Chef Michael Mina's ARCADIA now features a modern American Steakhouse menu, along with their original favorites. The expanded menu offers an array of classic cuts of beef and bone-in meats, fresh fish steaks as well as the freshest shellfish. Enjoy "ARCADIA Classics" like Lobster Corn Dogs, Ahi Tuna Tartare, Whole Fried Chicken, American Kobe Burger and Steak Rossini. Accompany your...
 
Scott's Seafood - San Jose (25 miles away)
Scott's Seafood Restaurant is a Bay Area tradition in the heart of downtown San Jose. Their American regional cuisine features the freshest seafood and prime dry aged steaks. Enjoy views of San Jose and the surrounding hills of Silicon Valley from the sixth floor. The interior is inviting for all occasions, from casual dining to special occasions, business meetings or your next event.
 
The Grill on the Alley - San Jose (25 miles away)
Inspired by the legendary grills of New York, Chicago and San Francisco, The Grill on the Alley features favorite American classics: grilled USDA Prime steaks and chops, fresh seafood, an extensive wine list and outstanding friendly service. For more information about our promotions and events, including Martini Hour and our Private Dining Facilities, visit www.thegrill.com/sanjose
 
Spencer's for Steaks and Chops (25 miles away)
Named for a special cut of steak, Spencer's for Steaks and Chops located in the Doubletree San Jose, features an extensive menu of Prime steak, chops, and seafood. Spencer's is committed to providing you with the highest quality and most flavorful steaks available. We feature USDA Prime Midwestern corn fed beef. Only 1% of all beef produced in the U.S. can meet this premium grade. The...
 
Habana Cuba (25 miles away)
Nominated for Best Tapas in the Bay Area by Citysearch, Habana Cuba has enchanted diners with its festive, home-style and unforgettable blends of tropical seasonings that will bring you back to Old Havana. Favorites include Paella, Tostones, sweet plantains, Vaca Frita and slow roasted pork.***Join Habana Cuba for Wine Dinners the first Thursday of every month. Please contact the restaurant for...
 
Paragon - San Jose (25 miles away)
The South Bay's destination for lively, casual dining, located in downtown San Jose at the stylish new Hotel Montgomery. Paragon features American Brasserie cuisine by Executive Chef Philippe Breneman. The bar serves the very best in hand-shaken cocktails, with a variety of nearly 100 vodkas from all over the world. Paragon provides live music Friday & Saturday nights, in addition to a spacious...
 
Vin Santo (25 miles away)
This popular bistro in the Old Masonic building offers excellent Northern Italian cuisine in a beautiful atmosphere. Blond wood floors and Tuscan yellow walls adorn the inside.
 
Yankee Pier - Santana Row (25 miles away)
Yankee Pier at Santana Row is a casual drop-in dining cafe in the style of an updated New England seafood house offering renowned Chef Bradley Ogden's menu of the freshest seafood from coast to coast. Yankee Pier features local produce, homemade desserts, and a selection of all American wines.
 
19 Market (25 miles away)
Voted "BEST VIETNAMESE CUISINE" - The Wave Magazine 2006 Readers Choice Award - Metro Best of Silicon Valley 2006 Winner A stylish bistro setting - decked out in earth tones and dark wood accents - sets the stage for 19Market modern twist on classic Vietnamese dishes, which infuses Singaporean, Chinese, and Californian accents. The seasonal menu takes advantage of farm-fresh ingredients,...
 
7 / Seven Restaurant & Lounge (25 miles away)
7 / Seven Restaurant & Lounge is Silicon Valley's new hot spot, featuring Contemporary American cuisine and a hip, energetic lounge. The restaurant's magnetic ambiance balances industrial sleek design with warm fabrics and textures for a casual but hip dining experience. The two owners: Twin brothers 7 co-Executive Chefs Russel & Curtis Valdez partner together to serve simple and elegant fare,...
 
Il Fornaio - San Jose (25 miles away)
Il Fornaio means "The Baker" in Italian. This award-winning restaurant offers an authentic and unique dining experience.
 
Thea Mediterranean Cuisine (25 miles away)
The newest addition to Santana Row, Thea is a celebration of Mediterranean cuisine with highlights from Greece & Turkey. An expansive bar & lounge features creative vodka infusions & a selection of Mediterranean & California wines. Authentic Greek art, a 20-foot olive tree & a stylish contemporary setting complete the experience. See Our Reviews:"Fantastic, interesting food crafted by a master...
 
VILLAGE California Bistro & Wine Bar (25 miles away)
At VILLAGE California Bistro and Wine Bar we feature California inspired cuisine focusing on the bounty of artisan quality seasonal ingredients from the Wine Country to the Central Valley and Pacific waters. Our chef creates ever changing seasonal menus with items that pair with our Wine Spectator award winning wine list including a selection of small plates for creating your own tasting menu or...
 
A.P. Stump's (25 miles away)
Located in the historic Masson - Lefranc building in downtown San Jose, A.P. Stumps' cuisine is distinctly New American, which employs classic techniques with no ethnic boundaries. ***Please, note that due to the restaurant being open, we can not guarantee quiet tables.
 
Siena, a Mediterranean Bistro (25 miles away)
An intimate 40-seat restaurant hidden behind the main street in downtown Willow Glen, Siena is a friendly neighborhood restaurant. Due to the location, Siena bistro is a "secret" to some people, but for those who find it say Siena is like stepping into another world. A wide selection of salads, such as sea scallop salad in a Parmesan crust, authentic pastas, risottos and polenta are offered...
 
Straits Restaurant - Santana Row (25 miles away)
Singapore for almost 200 years has been at the crossroads of Southeast Asia, where many cultures and nationalities live, work and more importantly, eat together. Singapore's cuisines logically reflect this cultural diversity. The four major culinary cultures -- Malaysian/Indonesian, Chinese, Indian and Nonya -- are in fact a blend of each other, creating a new cuisine that is unique and more...
 
Citrus @ Hotel Valencia Santana Row (25 miles away)
Citrus restaurant combines a smart, sophisticated setting with an upscale steakhouse menu that features expertly prepared steaks, chops and seafood. From Angus New York steak to Colorado lamb chops to Hawaiian ahi tuna, your dinner starts with the finest ingredients available. Entrees are complemented with an array of gourmet takes on classic side dishes, including a featured mashed potato of the...
 
Tanglewood (25 miles away)
Tanglewood embodies the spirit and uniqueness of local American cuisine in it's purest form, a place where dining is ever attuned to the simple bounty of the season, and the spontaneity of the chef, Quentin Topping. Tanglewood celebrates nature's rich and flavorful diversity of nature in masterfully crafted, and ever-changing menus that use only the day's best seasonal ingredients, all naturally...
 
E & O Trading Company - San Jose (25 miles away)
E & O is San Jose's award winning Southeast Asian Grill located in the heart of downtown San Jose.
 
Rosie McCann's - Santana Row (25 miles away)
Casual dining in an elegant atmosphere. Try one of our traditional Irish pub favorites such as Shepherd's Pie, Bangers and Mash, or Fish & Chips. Or you may opt for a tender Angus Filet or New York Steak or our Grilled Wild Salmon over garlic mashed potatoes and sautéed spinach in a jalapeno Aioli. Or drop in for lunch and enjoy a 1/2 pound Rosie Burger and a pint of Guinness. Great food and...
 
Anise Cafe (25 miles away)
Anise Cafe is a modern Vietnamese restaurant with an old soul. Our menu offers a range of flavors and spices from Viet Nam while embracing California's rich and diverse agricultural bounty. We use only the freshest ingredients selected from local California farms combined with aromatic herbs and classic spices rooted in the traditions of Viet Nam. Our signature cuisine embodies the best of...
 
Blowfish Sushi to Die For, San Jose (25 miles away)
Blowfish Sushi is an eclectic sushi bar and restaurant that serves both modern and traditional sushi, sashimi, as well as salads. cooked appetizers, and special desserts. The menu style is called Asian Fusion and emphasizes clean, pure, healthy foods. Premium imported sakes and an original line of sake cocktails are featured in the restaurant's stunning liquor lounge. "Walk into Blowfish and step...
 
Consuelo Mexican Bistro (25 miles away)
Consuelo Mexican Bistro features a traditional and diverse Mexican cuisine. The complex flavors from the kitchen are complimented with creative drinks, selected Tequilas, beer and wine from the bar. The decor matches that found in Mexico City's cantinas in the early 1900's. Bienvenido a Consuelo Mexican Bistro y buen provecho!
 
Emile's (25 miles away)
Emile's was rated #1 in the Bay Area for classic French cuisine by Zagat 2003. Celebrating its 34th anniversary this year, Emile's continues to amaze and inspire diners with an ever-changing variety of unique and classical four-star cuisine. Under the direction of new owner Alexandra Dorian, the restaurant will feature a new 3 course prix-fixe menu for $35 and an expanded souffle menu. There are...
 
La Pastaia (25 miles away)
The four star rated, family owned La Pastaia Restaurant continually delights Bay Area diners with it's Contemporary Italian cuisine and metropolitan ambience.Located in the breathtaking, art deco, boutiuqe Hotel De Anza, La Pastaia is just minutes away from the San Jose International Airport, and walking distance to the Arena, Center for Performing Arts, the Tech Museum and the Convention Center.
 
Island Grill (25 miles away)
The Island Grill has a local following due to its phenomenal cuisine representing the Caribbean and Asian Pacific flavors. They are Steak and Seafood with an "Island Twist". Their Prime Rib Special at $14.95 was voted Best Prime Rib in the Valley and the ambiance is fresh and tropical with a waterfall, tropical flowers and a bamboo shack motif for the Bamboo Lounge serving tropical mixed...
 
Left Bank Santana Row (25 miles away)
Join us Daily for: Happy Hour, M - F, 4-6pm and 10:00 - 11:00 PM. featuring petit plats, Lunch and Dinner Prix-Fixe Menus. Highlights at this much-anticipated Santana Row restaurant include spacious dining areas, an open kitchen with French rotisserie, a bustling bar and oyster display. Accents include a mahogany sunlit bar, revolving door, dining terraces, two private dinging rooms and rich...
 
McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - San Jose (25 miles away)
Bringing the freshest seafood to Silicon Valley, McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurant is located adjacent to the Fairmont Hotel in downtown San Jose. Situated central to San Jose landmarks and businesses, McCormick & Schmick's is across the street from Plaza de Cesar Chavez and within easy walking distance to the Convention Center, Civic Auditorium and the Museum of Art. The menu at...
 
Morton's, The Steakhouse - San Jose (25 miles away)
Morton's, The Steakhouse, the nation's premier steakhouse group, specializes in classic, hearty fare, serving generous portions of USDA prime aged beef, as well as fresh fish, lobster and chicken entrees. Morton's is famous for its animated signature tableside menu presentation: steaks, whole Maine lobsters and other main course selections, along with fresh vegetables, are presented on a cart...
 
Angelino’s (25 miles away)
This is a little family oriented Italian restaurant that is known for its pasta, pizza, and Wurlitzer pipe organ. We enjoyed the music along with the meal and the service was fast and friendly.
 
Sino Restaurant & Lounge (25 miles away)
Sino, the second endeavor of culinary artist Chris Yeo, was envisioned to entice the palette with the tradition of Dim Sum and the wonders of modern Chinese cuisine. Grand in scale, Sino offers an intimacy and sensuality that is unparalleled- from the warmth of the dining room adorned with billowing crimson curtains and layers of gossamer, to the plush and luxurious appointments of the lounge...
 
Spiedo - San Jose (25 miles away)
Spiedo is located in the heart San Pedro Square, walking distance to the HP Pavilion, the Center for Performing Arts, the Convention Center, the Museum of Modern Art, and the Montgomery Theatre. Spiedo offers rustic Italian cuisine in a warm alluring atmosphere. The spacious two tier dining room is the perfect setting for a romantic dinner or business meeting. The menu features pizza fired in the...
 
Fahrenheit Ultra Lounge & Restaurant (25 miles away)
Experience the scene and cuisine at this cutting-edge lounge and restaurant. Fahrenheit is the South Bay’s premiere venue for dining, entertainment and special events. With innovative design concepts by award winning designer Jones Baker, Fahrenheit boasts a décor not yet seen in the South Bay. Deep hues of red, captivating lighting effects and chic architectural features radiate a modern vibe...
 
Kampai House (25 miles away)
Kampai House restaurant is located in the heart of Sunnyvale. The Kampai House design and décor is hip, unique and inviting. The interior is complementary to the deliberate flavors of the Japanese-Fusion. Fans of the sushi bar may sit and enjoy watching the chefs create a master piece right before ones eyes. The dining area we can also enjoy the excitement by watching a full screen projection of...
 
Il Fornaio - Palo Alto (31 miles away)
Il Fornaio means "The Baker" in Italian. This award-winning restaurant offers an authentic and unique dining experience.
 
Stokes Restaurant and Bar (25 miles away)
Located in the heart of downtown Monterey, this 8-year old restaurant in a beautiful 1833 adobe provides the perfect setting for acclaimed Chef Brandon Miller's rustic California Mediterranean food. Enjoy their Wine Spectator award-winning wine list. Corkage fee applies.
 
TusCA Ristorante (25 miles away)
TusCA is a casual Tuscan style restaurant with a California influence. TusCA specializes in cheeses, salads, pasta, pizza and oven baked home style dishes prepared fresh daily in our spectacular show kitchen. Our chef uses only the freshest local ingredients available served in a modern and comfortable setting. TusCA's wine bar features Italian and California wines in a beautiful glass wine...
 
Il Fornaio - Carmel (27 miles away)
Il Fornaio means "the Baker" in Italian. Located in downtown Carmel, Il Fornaio offers an authentic and unique Italian dining experience and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2005 wine list. Enjoy wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; house made and imported pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and house made soups; antipasti and a wide variety of...
 
Birk's (25 miles away)
Birk's is Silicon Valley's premier steak and chops house since 1989. They were voted "Best American Restaurant" by San Jose Mercury News in 2003. Designed by Pat Kuleto, Birk's concept is based on the traditional old city grill with a contemporary twist. The menu consists of prime steaks, chops, fresh fish and raw seafood with a daily lunch and dinner special list. The lively bar is stocked...
 
Parcel 104 (25 miles away)
A collaborative venture of renowned chefs, Bradley Ogden and Bart Hosmer. The American-themed menu celebrates seasonal delights and showcases the finest efforts of local growers, ranches and dairies. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH VALENTINES DAY SWEETHEART DINNER PLEASE GO TO WWW.PARCEL104.COM FOR MORE INFORMATION
 
Piatti - Santa Clara (25 miles away)
A casual and comfortable dining environment utilizing rustic materials such as reclaimed wooden timbers, wide plank flooring and hints of color from glazed tiles. The outside courtyard provides a wonderful setting for dining under the stars and olive trees next to a sparkling fountain and cozy fire pit.
 
Valley Plaza Cafe (25 miles away)
The Café features American and International favorites, specialties, and healthy start dishes for lunch and dinner. During the evening, experience Executive Chef Luis Narvaez's California inspired dinner menu, offering local produce, hand-cut pastas, fish, beef, shellfish, scrumptious desserts, and an exquisite wine list. Young guests will enjoy The Café children's menu, created specifically with...
 
Shadowbrook Restaurant Capitola (5 miles away)
In Capitola-by-the-Sea, beside lush Soquel Creek just before it empties into the Bay, Shadowbrook is best reached by its own quaint, hillside 'cable car' or the meandering garden path alongside waterfalls, ferns and flowers. For nearly 60 years, Shadowbrook has been famous its for fine food, wine and liquors served in an atmosphere of Old World charm and grace. Now, better then ever,...
 
Kamakura Japanese Restaurant (17 miles away)
A bit small, but don't let its size surprise you, the food is well worth it. The sushi is known for its quality, and the dinners are excellent. Friendly service though it can get pretty busy at times.
 
California Cafe Bar & Grill (17 miles away)
This is an upper class restaurant with a dinning room and a lounge and bar. Service is very friendly and food is great. Reservations are suggested. This is an excellent taste of California cuisine.
 
Dio Deka (17 miles away)
Opening November 2006, Dio Deka celebrates all aspects of fine Hellenic cuisine and culture with warm ambience and healthy, seasonal Hellenic cuisine from Chef and Managing Partner Salvatore Calisi. Located in the charming town of Los Gatos, Dio Deka is a top restaurant destination for Silicon Valley executives, foodies, and families looking for an old-world dining experience imbued with...
 
Cafe Marcella (17 miles away)
Cafe Marcella is one of the oldest family owned restaurants in Los Gatos. Serving both a bistro style lunch menu and a more traditional dinner menu, Cafe Marcella is fantastic for most any dine out occasion. Enjoy a romantic evening with a cozy table for two or invite the whole family for a dinner party. Everyone is sure to be pleased. Beautiful creations come from the Cafe Marcella kitchen...
 
Restaurant James Randall (17 miles away)
Sample American cuisine at it’s best at this intimate, one-room, 24-seat dining spot. You’ll feel as if you’re eating at home, but with the pleasant difference that Chef Ross Hanson’s menu is likely to make you forget all about your mom’s cooking. New on the scene, Restaurant James Randall has already made its mark for it’s creatively inspired, ever-changing dishes featuring the season’s freshest...
 
Manresa - Los Gatos (17 miles away)
Nestled in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Manresa offers Contemporary French cuisine with Catalonian flair. Enjoy their cozy fireplace during winter months and their fantastic outdoor seating area during the warm South Bay summers. Recently named one of the world's Top 50 restaurants by Britian's "Restaurant" Magazine.
 
Los Gatos Brewing Company (17 miles away)
Los Gatos Brewing Co., established in 1991, offers a remarkable menu of the finest California cuisine, a lively atmosphere of casual sophistication and, of course, the original Los Gatos Brew.
 
Forbes Mill Steakhouse (17 miles away)
Forbes Mill Steakhouse serves the finest cuts of Prime "Kobe-Brand" beef, including porterhouse, filet mignon, bone-in rib eye, dry aged New York and prime rib. Forbes Mill Steakhouse also offers fresh seafood, pastas and vegetarian dishes, a full bar, and a thoughtfully selected wine list.
 
Viva! Neighborhood Eatery of Los Gatos (17 miles away)
Viva! Neighborhood Eatery of Los Gatos features upscale family dining in Los Gatos with a menu that fuses California and Mediterranean cuisine along with some family style platter dining. With an emphasis on comfort & warmth as well as excellent service, Viva! sees itself as a celebration of food, wine, family, and the people that make up our neighborhood. Come and share in our hospitality, our...
 
Tandoori Oven (17 miles away)
A great little place for lunch. With vegetarian and meat dishes there's something for everyone. Prices are reasonable and its in the heart of Los Gatos downtown. With so many restaurants to chose from, you can't go wrong with a Tandoori wrap.
 
Crimson (17 miles away)
Crimson offers an intimate and friendly dining experience. A 3 1/2 star restaurant, the food has been described as American comfort with global liberties, 'It's like going to dinner at a friend's home and your friend happens to be a great cook!' - San Jose Mercury News.
 
Wine Cellar Restaurant (17 miles away)
Tucked in a corner of historic Old Town Center, the Wine Cellar Restaurant has been a Los Gatos favorite since 1966. Dine al fresco on the Wine Cellar's award-winning patio and enjoy breathtaking views of the Santa Cruz Mountains or venture downstairs for a more intimate experience with warm, golden washed walls and candle-lit booths. Choose from our Famous Swiss and Gruyere Fondue, Fresh Seafood...
 
California Cafe - Los Gatos (17 miles away)
Located in charming Old Town, California Cafe offers an escape from the outside world. We feed the senses - California style - through our chef-driven creations, engaging service, and relaxing ambiance.
 
Three Degrees - Los Gatos (17 miles away)
Three Degrees, located in the quaint town of Los Gatos, a casual yet elegant contemporary restaurant, specializes in internationally-fused California cuisine. Chef Gary Arthur incorporates the finest in fresh, locally grown ingredients into the majority of his dishes. The extensive wine list is locally focused and features number of selections from top wineries in the surrounding areas....
 
Fandango (24 miles away)
A favorite among Fandango regulars is the succulent Rack of Lamb; other menu items include Fresh Seafood, a variety of pastas, delicious and exotic Mediterranean dishes such as paella and Couscous, and a tempting selection of excellent steaks. Several daily specialties are also available.
 
Tarragon (25 miles away)
Sometimes, it all comes together. The look, the feel, the flavor, the service. At Tarragon, we like to surprise people. While our location is Downtown Sunnyvale, our atmosphere is very uptown, indeed. Our menu and our prices will surprise you. Whether it's a hand tossed pizza cooked to order in our wood fired oven or rack of lamb prepared over a mesquite grill, dinner at Tarragon is...
 
Lion and Compass (25 miles away)
Located in Sunnyvale, Lion and Compass is dedicated to providing the finest dining experience.
 
Faz Sunnyvale (25 miles away)
Faz Sunnyvale is a full service restaurant and bar featuring the distinctive Mediterranean-style cuisine of Faz Poursohi. the restaurant features exhibition cooking with wood burning ovens, a rotisserie, and a smoker.
 
India's Clay Oven (25 miles away)
Located in downtown Monterey, India's Clay Oven catches your eye from the street with its second floor location. However, the food is quite disappointing.
 
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Mei Garden
pretty standard Chinese food.
 


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