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 World War I ambiance |
1160 Coleman Avenue San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95110 United States +1 408 287 6150 |
Named after the first U.S. Air Squadron to see action on the Western Front, this fun restaurant has an distinctive World War I ambiance. With such famous names as Rickenbacker, the squadron became the most famous unit of early American airpower. Easy to spot thanks to a tri-plane parked in front, it is located right by San Jose International Airport. Entrees range from country fresh soups and salads to chicken, herb-seared salmon and London Broil. Sunday brunch more than 100 items and features an omelet station, carving station and unlimited champagne. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Tri-storey hot spot |
399 South First Street (at the corner of San Salvador street) San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113 United States +1 408 287 3991 http://www.agendalounge.com agenda_lounge@hotmail.com |
This spectacular tri-level establishment has an elegant, upscale restaurant at the ground level, a nightclub upstairs, and a subdued retro dance place in the cellar. Located in a refurbished historical landmark, this bar/eatery/lounge caters to many walks of life, from businessmen to jazz hipsters. In the restaurant, relax amidst the polished wood decor and go for the Grilled Guinness Marinated Pork Chop with Roasted Shallot Demi-Glace. Sample the extensive selection of wines and single-malt scotches. Head up to the lounge and watch live jazz, swing, salsa or roots music. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eclectic variety |
1145 Lincoln Avenue San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95125-3002 United States +1 408 995 0381 |
You are immediately soaked into the scene upon entering this charming eatery in Willow Glen. The chefs concoct a wonderfully varied fusion of California and Mexican cuisines that defies categorization. A little Asian influence is thrown in for even more variety. The daily specials are always magnificent and nothing is ever more than $12. You can eat inside the Southwestern-styled dining room, where it is always packed, or you can hang out at the outside patio tables. For the more adventurous, 40 kinds of tequila are offered in the bar. Try the huge Ahi burrito. The service is great. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional upscale grill |
3955 Freedom Circle, Suite 640 (at the corner of Highway 101 and Great America Parkway) San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95050-1203 United States +1 408 980 6400 http://www.birksrestaurant.com/ birks@birksrestaurant.com |
Take those traditional grills from the old days and throw in a 90s twist and you will have this upscale joint that has won many awards including Epicurean Magazine's Rendezvous Award six years in a row. The deluxe marble interior explodes with style. Returning customers order entrees like the the Indian Salmon Bake. This place is truly an institution in the South Bay and with a variety of microbrews on tap, a load of single-malt scotches, and an extensive wine list, you cannot go wrong and the service is exceptional. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upscale steakhouse |
17 N San Pedro St (between Santa Clara & St John Sts) San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95110 United States +1 408 298 9221 |
By far one of the best steakhouses in San Jose, this upscale eatery has simple but sophisticated decor. The prime rib is excellent, and the steak and avocado salad is a definite winner. The specialty is (obviously) steak, but the fish and chicken dishes are divine as well. Service is impeccable. This is a swank place to enjoy a steak and a bottle of wine before heading out on the town. Business meeting spaces are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beer, food, soccer |
5027 Almaden Expressway (at the corner of Highway 85) San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95118 United States +1 408 266 0550 http://www.britanniaarms.com britalmaden@webtv.net |
This authentic British pub and restaurant caters to soccer fanatics in the daytime and the singles bar crowd at night. Sample traditional British dishes such as Bangers and Mash or Fish and Chips. There are many screens for sporting events, and the selection of drafts and single-malt scotches is impressive. Eat and watch the games outside on the patio or inside the air-conditioned restaurant. Admission is free at night but varies for the live-telecast soccer events from the U.K., which are always presented during the early morning hours. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Festive Contemporary Cuisine |
700 Welch Rd Stanford Barn San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 94304 United States +1 650 325 2233 http://californiacafe.com/ PaloAlto@CaliforniaCafe.com |
This festive eatery offers creative Californian dishes that are pleasing to the eye as well as the palate. The locally trained chef changes the menu according to season and he delights in creating a unique variety of seasoned meals. With dishes like Pumpkin Seed-Crusted Sea Bass Spaghetti and Applewood Smoked Pork Chops you cannot go wrong. The place has live piano music in the evenings and the Sunday brunch always brings in repeat customers. This is a great, friendly place with excellent service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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San Jose and Silicon Valley United States |
Campbell and Cupertino are nestled between the borders of San Jose, Los Gatos and Saratoga. Each has a distinct downtown commercial district, but remain mostly residential communities. People who move here tend to have children, as these are excellent areas in which to raise a family. Children will delight in visiting Coyote Point, a museum offering educational experiences for children focusing on the interactions between people and nature. For older children and adults, the Winchester Mystery House is a fascinating historic home owned by the heir to the Winchester Fortune. Stairs that lead to the ceiling and doors opening onto blank walls are just a few of the bizarre features of this home. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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San Jose and Silicon Valley United States |
An extensive 1980s facelift gave formerly downtrodden downtown San Jose a spate of five-star hotels and museums, a convention center, and an arena on par with any in America. All that was needed was a bit of refinement in the go-go '90s to give it the cosmopolitan air of a world-class city. Thriving, sophisticated, and unquestionably moneyed, downtown feels (if only because the rest of Silicon Valley is so decentralized) like the capital of Silicon Valley. Looking out over the Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Exotic flavors abound |
96 South First Street (at the corner of San Fernando street) San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113 United States +1 408 938 4100 http://www.eotrading.com/sanjo... |
The exotic decor of this Southeast Asian grill just oozes rich, luscious decadence.A lacquered bar area provides a decent place to lounge around.Business crowds haunt the place for lunch and dinner.Foodwise, there exists an entire range of exotic edibles. Try the oven-roasted Javanese Salmon with Chili-Soy Marinade or the Cambodian Lettuce Cups, filled with Shiitake mushrooms and pork. The bar is excellent. An exhaustive wine list runs the gamut of prices and the house-brewed beer, especially the wheat and porter, are tasty. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine American cuisine |
374 South First Street (between San Carlos and San Salvador streets) San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113 United States +1 408 280 6161 http://www.Eulipia.com eulipia@eulipia.com |
For more than 20 years, this upscale dining establishment has offered creative and unique American cuisine. Relax in a fancy but not stuffy setting. The Mediterranean decor is minimal, with striking contemporary art displayed on the walls. Try the Filet Mignon soaked in red wine sauce or the Cashew-Crusted Salmon. The eatery is within walking distance of all the attractions in downtown San Jose. The service is first-rate. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Luxury in Downtown San Jose |
170 South Market Street San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113 United States +1 408 998 1900 http://www.fairmont.com/sanjose/ sanjose@fairmont.com |
This is one of San Jose's most luxurious hotels. It puts you within easy walking distance of museums, posh restaurants and theaters. An ideal place for the discerning traveler.The 20-storey hotel features three first-class restaurants, a handful of shops, and a wealth of top-notch amenities and guest services.The cocktail lounge features a live pianist nightly, and the ambience is dramatic and arresting. It is a great place to escape.Several packages are available, including romance packages and joint deals with the Tech Museum of Innovation, which is across the park from the hotel. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Luxury amidst history |
233 W Santa Clara St San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113 United States +1 408 286 1000 / +1 800 843 3700 http://www.HotelDeAnza.com/ reservations@hoteldeanza.com |
Located in a renovated historical landmark, this is a luxurious stay in downtown San Jose with an unusual, lush ambiance. Each room is suitable for work, equipped with a desk, telephones and data ports. You can relax in the jazz lounge or hang out in the gorgeous outdoor courtyard. The facilities are optimized for a number of functions, whether business meetings or receptions. The penthouse is one of the most luxurious rooms in the entire Bay Area. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A spicy food lover's paradise |
55 S Market St (at Post St) San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113 United States +1 408 279 5668 http://www.houseofsiam.net |
This eatery boasts exotic decor, flirtatious waitresses and a huge variety of dishes.Located right smack in the middle of San Jose's financial district, it is packed at lunch with corporate types, and the line is always out the door. However, the place is not just for upscale diners. All walks of life are welcome, whether vegan or carnivore, whether in a tuxedo or a trench coat. Specialties of the house include the Drunken King Salmon and Kua Ped Yang, a duck dish served in a pineapple shell. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Luxury in a historic setting |
1740 North First Street San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113 United States +1 408 993 1234 http://hyattsanjose.hyatt.com/... |
One block from the McEnry Convention Center is this luxurious, European-style hotel with a wealth of amenities. Each suite has a high-speed Internet workstation and a printer/fax/copier, so you can check your email, print or fax directly from your room. You're one block away from the Tech Museum, Park Center Plaza and a plentitude of excellent restaurants. The in-house eatery, Amalfi's Grill and Lounge, is top-notch, and the service from the professional staff is courteous and warm. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine Italian Cuisine |
302 S Market St (In the Hyatt Saint Claire) San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113 United States +1 408 271 3366 http://www.ilfornaio.com/ sanjose@ilfo.com |
This is a lovely, elegant and affordable Italian restaurant located in the luxurious Hyatt Saint Claire Hotel. The menu offers a wide range of pastas and wood-fired meat dishes. The bar selection and wine list are extensive. You can relax until midnight over a drink and a plate of lamb chops, or roll in for some mouth-watering baked goods for breakfast. The decor is elegant but not overbearing. The Hyatt Saint Claire is a fantastic place for receptions, bridal showers and parties. The restaurant caters all events at the hotel. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Authentic Japanese eatery |
250 East Jackson Street San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95112 United States +1 408 288 9611 |
Of the several restaurants in Japantown, this is one of the most authentic, and it is the only one with tatami rooms. The waitresses wear kimonos and the sushi chefs are always engaged in some sort of banter. All give great service. Guests can eat solo at the sushi bar, or it can be a great place for larger parties. Lunch specials are in the $8 range, and there are a huge variety of Japanese appetizers available for dinner. Go for the Eel Donburi. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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It's the cheese |
14510 Big Basin Way San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95070 United States +1 408 867 3332 http://www.lafondue.com |
The decor features celestial frescoes and fancifully shaped furniture (the chairs are more like velvet-covered thrones) in regal purples, rich golds, and midnight blue. A fine selection of 50 fondues, both entree and dessert, are prepared from premium ingredients at your table. The wait staff, which undergoes rigorous training in the art and science of fondue making, is personable and efficient. The diverse clientele includes Silicon Valley professionals, families with wide-eyed kids and college students. The wine list is a small but fine selection of California vintages with some imports for good measure. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Exquisite French cuisine |
14560 Big Basin Way San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95070 United States +1 408 867 7017 |
For more than 20 years, this epicurean French restaurant has been one of the most romantic spots in the South Bay. The decor makes you feel like you are in a country house in the south of France. For a starter, try the Escargot with Shiitake Mushrooms and Roasted Garlic and for a spectacular entree, go for Elvira's Duck stuffed with fruits, potatoes and brandy. The wine list includes mostly standards with a few oddballs, the David Bruce Pinot being one of them. The chefs are top-notch and the service is impeccable. This is a great place for weddings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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500 hot sauces |
72 East Santa Clara Street (between Second and Third streets) San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113 United States +1 408 277 0333 |
Salsa music constantly blasts out of this low-priced but excellent burrito place. Behind the counter you will find shelves filled with more hot sauces than you have probably ever seen in one place, each hotter than the last and none of them less than tangy. A small selection of these sauces is available for customers to dump on the food. The burritos are huge, and the quesadillas are a good choice as well. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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An institution in SJ |
301 South First Street (at the corner of San Carlos Street) San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113 United States +1 408 292 7030 http://www.originaljoes.com info@originaljoes.com |
One of the all time classic restaurants in San Jose, OJ's has been around since 1956. Huge, that is, HUGE portions of food are served here. The waiters are never far and the bartenders are truly one of a kind. It is the only restaurant in the area that is open until 1:30a. The ambiance is loud and the decor is nothing spectacular, but nevertheless, it is a great place to dine with the family or to gorge away a hangover on a Sunday afternoon. Go for the Veal Scallopine or an enormous steak sandwich. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine Spanish food |
62 West Santa Clara Street (between Market and First streets) San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113 United States +1 408 298 4400 |
After a fire took out the old location, this exquisite little Spanish eatery opened up on Santa Clara Street. Enjoy a fancy but relaxed environment with a decent selection of Tapas, both chilled and warm. Try the fried potatoes with the house's "special sauce." A signature dinner entree is the excellent Roast Lamb Shank with Potatoes and Oyster Mushrooms. It is a comfortable, semi-upscale place with fine traditional Spanish food and excellent service. The wine list is moderate and features Spanish vintages. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegance and charm |
14555 Big Basin Way (near Saratoga Avenue) San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95070 United States +1 408 867 4711 http://www.plumedhorse.com plumed@plumedhorse.com |
One of the oldest eateries in the valley, this is elegance defined, from setting to service. Relax in an exquisite Victorian setting with a spectacular view of the mountains. Go for the Venison Filet or the Seared Rare Ostrich Fan. It offers a wide selection of cognacs and over a thousand wines. This is an outstanding place for a business meeting, a birthday party or a senior prom night. It is only about a 30-minute drive from downtown San Jose and worth the trip. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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San Jose and Silicon Valley United States |
The historic center of Santa Clara Valley, Santa Clara's Mission Santa Clara de Asis, was founded in 1777 by Father Junipero Serra. A small community of Californios and Ohlones sprang up around it, which has now swelled to about 100,000. The makeup of the population has changed, of course, as has almost everything else about this densely-packed city. Its southern half is residential and largely middle-class. To the north are industrial parks which house some of the real giants of the technology industry: 3Com, Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seafood with a view |
185 Park Avenue (between Almaden Boulevard and Market Street) San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113 United States +1 408 971 1700 http://www.scottsseafoodsj.com |
Do you have a hankering for fine seafood in an upscale but relaxed setting? If so, check this place out. It has a second floor location and offers an incredible view of the downtown area. Order the Almond-Crusted Sea Bass or the rare Yellow Fin Tuna. You can even make reservations online if you wish. The decor is fancy, but you do not have to be elegantly attired to fit in. The wine list is extensive, ranging from $24 to $198, including a list of interesting reds. Banquet facilities are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Huge pool hall |
420 South First Street (between San Salvador and Willam streets) San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113 United States +1 408 294 7800 |
This is an enormous pool hall and bar in the SoFa (South First) district, this establishment serves excellent pub food (quesadillas, wings, etcetera). Many beers are on tap and there are daily happy hour specials. On Tuesdays, it hosts a pool tournament that anyone can enter, from new players to seasoned amateurs and everyone has a great time. It is also a great place to host a corporate party or event. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine Italian cuisine |
151 West Santa Clara Street (between Almaden and San Pedro streets) San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113 United States +1 408 971 6096 http://www.spiedo.com sanjose@spiedo.com |
This Italian restaurant has quickly developed a loyal following among local foodies.It is an elegant eatery that serves up stylish plates of homemade pasta, pizzas cooked on a rotisserie (really), and spectacular roasted dishes served up by a dynamite waitstaff. Go for the Roasted Rabbit with Vegetables and Pancetta or the Grilled Lamb Chops with Rosemary Sauce. The setting is a little upscale, but you can be casually dressed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A mall for all seasons |
1875 S Bascom Ave San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95008 United States +1 408 346 4000 http://www.thepruneyard.com |
This suburban shopping mall, named for the agribusiness that used to predominate in the area, has been around forever and has gone through many changes over the years. Long time staples are El Burro, a fantastic Mexican restaurant, and Boswell's, a popular nightclub for 30-somethings. Ever since Starbuck's, Barnes & Noble and Hollywood Video moved in, the mall has changed its style to cater to a more suburbanite crowd. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Reasonably priced spicy food |
23 North Market Street (between Santa Clara and St John streets) San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113 United States +1 408 292 7515 |
This Thai place has been in San Jose for many years and has hardly raised its prices in that time. It offers a spectacular lunch buffet for less than $8 (without the drinks) and excellent service. The exotic decor and the lingering aromas, common features of all good Thai places, will make your mouth water. Try the Tom Kha Gai soup or the prawns sauteeed with cashew nuts and roasted chiles. It is a spicy food lover's home away from home. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cheap beer |
52 East Santa Clara Street San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113 United States +1 408 292 7464 |
Beer for 50 cents can be tantalizing, and this club offers that price between 8pm and 10pm every Wednesday. Add a totally electric singles bar atmosphere with live cover bands nightly, and you have a popular club filled to the rafters with local Silicon Valley types. In the back room you can play pool or video games while the others dance the night away. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Historical smokehouse |
65 Post Street (between First and Market streets) San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113 United States +1 408 885 9283 http://www.waves-smokehouse.com waves1@pacbell.net |
Set in a former 19th century brothel, this BBQ restaurant and saloon offers a great variety of smokehouse platters. You can go upstairs and eat dinner on the rooftop patio or, if you need to catch some television, you can chow down in the bar, which has 24 beers on tap and a load of single-malt scotches. The bar itself is more than 100 years old and the sleek mahogany decor makes for a great hangout. This place is highly recommended to carnivores and suds-heads. Try the Smoked Duck Salad served up by the personable and efficient wait staff. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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San Jose and Silicon Valley United States |
Willow Glen is a small and attractive residential community with a reputation for some of San Jose's most beautiful homes, built mostly in the 1930s in the Southwestern, Colonial and Italian style. The community displays an undeniable civic pride with manicured lawns, well-tended flowers, and precious mailboxes. Willow Glen sits just southwest of downtown San Jose, yet has an engaging downtown of its own along Lincoln Avenue. One can stroll Lincoln Avenue for everything from coffee (Starbucks, Willow Glen Roasting Company) to billiards (Willow Glen Billiards) to a fair share of restaurants and attractive boutiques. Willow Glen is particularly noted for its antiques ( Review © 2007, Wcities |
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