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PACIFIC ISLANDS Banana Leaf, 182 Ranch Drive, Milpitas. 408/719-9811. Comfortable, open kitchenstyle cooking and flavorful entrees like Mango Prawn. $-$$ POLISH Bona, 651-H Maloney St., Menlo Park, 650/265- 8828. Hearty Polish cuisine, specializing in soup, served in a cozy, comfortable atmosphere. $$ SEAFOOD Blue Water Seafood & Crab, 860 Willow St., San Jose. 408/289-8879. bluewaterseafoodandcrab. com. East Coast-style crab house with a wide selection of seafood specialties as well as plenty of choices for land lovers. $ Driggsy’s Seafood, Sports Bar & Grill, 1150 Murphy Ave., Suite D, San Jose. 408/437-1986. Traditional American-style food and drinks served up in a spirited atmosphere. $$ Fish Market, Palo Alto. 650/493-9188; Santa Clara. 408/246-3474; San Jose. 408/269-3474. Fresh, high-quality seafood comes from the restaurant’s own fishery and partnering seafood farms. $$ Lou’s Village, 1100 Lincoln Ave. #101, San Jose, 408/293-4570. The historic seafood and pasta palace has been reborn in Willow Glen, serving all the traditional dishes. $$$ McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant, 170 S. Market St., San Jose. 408/283-7200. More than 30 species of fresh seafood are on a menu that changes daily. $$ Old Port Lobster Shack, 3130 Alpine Road, Portola Valley, 650/561-9500 and 851 Veterans Blvd., Redwood City, 650/366-2400. Fresh lobster dishes and other seafood selections served in a New England-style lobster shack. $$ Pacific Catch Fresh Fish Grill (The Pruneyard), 1875 S. Bascom Ave., Suite 550, Campbell. 408/879-9091. Fresh fish prepared with a combination of local ingredients and spices and sauces of Southeast Asia, Japan and Latin America. $$ Sam’s Chowder House, 4210 North Cabrillo Highway, Half Moon Bay. 650/712-0245. Authentic New England-style dishes are spotlighted here, with a daily selection of fresh fish. $$ 96 South Bay Accent Sawa, 1042 E. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale. 408/241-7292. Fresh fish and seafood, including delightful prix fixe sushi-focused entrees. $$$ Scott’s Seafood, San Jose, 408/971-1700; Palo Alto, 650/323-1555. Fine American cuisine featuring fresh seafood, prime dry-aged steaks as well as enticing chicken and pasta dishes. $$ Steamer’s, The Grillhouse (Old Town), 31 University Ave., Los Gatos. 408/395-CRAB. A favorite since 1979, Steamer’s features a variety of steaks, chops, seafood and Mediterranean inspired dishes and more. $$ SINGAPOREAN Merlion Restaurant and Wine Bar, 19628 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino, 408/777-8228. Sophisticated spot that serves a blend of Singaporean, Thai, Indian and Chinese cuisine. $$$ Shiok! Singapore Kitchen, 1137 Chestnut St., Menlo Park. 650/838-9448. An exciting fusion of Malay, Chinese and Indian cuisine. $ Straits Cafe, 333 Santana Row, Suite 1110, San Jose. 408/246-6320. Serving up fine Singaporean cuisine, this sleek and sophisticated spot is well-suited to its posh Santana Row locale. $$$ Yellow Ginger, 311 Moffett Blvd., Suite A, Mountain View. 650/964- 2888. Delectable Singapore cuisine with Southeast Asian influences. $$ SOUTHEAST ASIAN Ginger Café, Sunnyvale, 408/736-2828. Gilroy, 408/847-2625. Comfortable, family-run restaurants feature a fusion of Chinese favorites with Southeast Asian influences. $ Mint Leaf Cuisine, 14420 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408/872-3763. Eatery features fusion cuisine including soft-shell crabs with peanut sauce and curry scallops. $$ SPANISH Cascal, 400 Castro St., Mountain View. 650/940- 9500. Spanning the globe with spectacular dishes from Spain and South America, Cascal serves up a menu of “spirited Latin cuisine.” With over 25 tapas—small plates and tastes—divided into “old world” and “new world” choices, there’s something for everyone. Try the classic Spanish chorizo in rioja wine or minted lamb meatballs in a saffron and almond sauce. For a full dinner, start with one of several ceviches and move on to an exquisite, traditional paella (including one for vegetarians). The casually elegant interior, with its bright, bold colors was created by renowned designer/architect Chuck Thompson. $$ Donostia, 424 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos. 408/797-8688. donostiapintxos. com. Traditional Spanish-Basque experience featuring fresh local ingredients transformed into vivid flavors. $$  Iberia, 1026 Alma St., Menlo Park. 650/325-8981. www.iberiarestaurant. com. Elaborate, mouth-watering Spanish dishes and award-winning wines served in a luxurious setting. $$$  Joya, 339 University Ave., Palo Alto. 650/853- 9800. The hip modern décor mixes well with the contemporary Spanish and Latin tapas and the tasty variety of new age cocktails. $$$ La Catalana, 3720 N. First St., San Jose. 408/324- 1321. www.lacatalanatapas.com. Unique Spanish dishes are prepared from family recipes in an ideal setting for business, social or romance. $$ Palacio, 115 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos. 408/402-3811. Traditional and contemporary Latin cuisine served inside the historic and beautiful Victorian Queen Anne building. $$$ Picasso’s, 62 W. Santa Clara St., San Jose. 408/298- 4400. www.picassostapas.com. Authentic Spanish cuisine made from the freshest ingredients and served in a relaxed, at-home atmosphere. $$ Zambra Tapas Bar, 250 Lorton Ave., Burlingame. 650/344-5655. www.zambrastapasbar.com. A variety of Spanish-influenced dishes anchored with seafood, steak, chicken or pork. $$ THAI Amarin, 174-176 Castro St., Mountain View. 650/ 988-9323. Fresh, contemporary Thai menu with traditional accents and vegetarian dishes. $ Bangkok Cuisine, 407 Lytton Ave., Palo Alto. 650/322-6533. Very charming ambience with lovely patio dining. And the curries are especially tasty. $ Siam Orchid, 496 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto. 650/ 325-1994. A menu that mixes traditional Thai dishes with more modern cuisine, all infused with the finest quality organic ingredients. $$ Thaiphoon Restaurant, 543 Emerson St., Palo Alto, 650/323-7700. Well-appointed restaurant with a mix of traditional and contemporary Thai dishes and a tropical themed outdoor patio. $ VIETNAMESE Bleu Ginger, 90 S. Abel St., Milpitas. 408/ 719- 9998. Eatery specializes in Asian fusion, with enticing Vietnamese overtones. $-$$ Fuel Restaurant, 385 S. Winchester Blvd., San Jose. 408/248-0018. Stylish dining room sets the stage for tasty, contemporary Vietnamese fare. $-$$ Savory, 873 Castro St., Mountain View. 650/691- 9999. Vietnamese specialties including fire pot and char grilled meats and poultry. $$ Tamarine, 546 University Ave., Palo Alto. 650/325-8500. Elegantly presented dishes, such as crab wontons in a consommé of lime, coriander, lemongrass and coconut milk served in a warm atmosphere.$$ Three Seasons, 518 Bryant St., Palo Alto. 650/ 838-0353. Chic restaurant and bar offers fresh take on traditional Vietnamese flavors. $$ Vung Tau, San Jose. 408/288-9055; Milpitas. 408/934-9327. This authentic Vietnamese cuisine has a distinct focus on fish preparations. Be sure to try the shrimp cupcakes! $ Xanh,110 Castro St., Mountain View 650/964- 1888. Trendy, upscale restaurant featuring Vietnamese cuisine that pleases both the eye and palate with creative combinations. $-$$ n BEST BITES Los Gatos Brewing Company Sundance The Steakhouse Cascal


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