TEMPTING TempTing YUMMY Delicious DELICIOUS TasTy Delectable Fresh Friendly TASTY DELECTABLE FRESH FRIENDLY ENJOYABLE ENTICINGLY DELIGHTFUL enjoyable enticingly Delightful J O H N B E N T L E Y ’ S CO N T E M P O R A R Y A M E R I C A N C U I S I N E • F I N E W I N E S 2915 EL CAMINO REAL, REDWOOD CITY • 650.365.7777 • WWW.JOHNBENTLEYS.COM August/September 2015 99 ETHIOPIAN Zeni Ethiopian, 1320 Saratoga Ave., San Jose. 408/615-8282. Inviting spot serves up tantalizing variety of flavorful dishes, many vegetarian, with your choice of spice level. $ FRENCH Baumé, 201 S. California Ave., Palo Alto. 650/ 328-8899. New venture from Michelin starred chef Bruno Chemel. $$$ Chez TJ, 938 Villa St., Mountain View. 650/964- 7466. Located in a converted Victorian house, the Michelin-starred Chez TJ has long been known for its high-end, contemporary French cuisine made from the freshest ingredients and served amid extraordinary decor and ambiance. With his fresh outlook on the connection between food and people, Executive Chef Jarad Gallagher offers his creations in two tasting menus: the Sample Seasonal Menu, a seven-course offering of the finest ingredients currently in season within 100 miles of the restaurant; and the Sample Chefs Tasting Menu, a 12-14-course offering of the best ingredients from around the globe. The previous home of Michelin three-starred chefs Chris Kostow (Meadowood) and Joshua Skenes (Saison), Chez TJ also is a 2015 Wine Spectator Award winner. $$$ La Fondue, 14550 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408/ 867-3332. Appealing spot offers more than 50 different fondues ranging from cheese to wild game. Be sure to save room for chocolate finale. $$ La Maison du Cafe, 14103-C Winchester Blvd. (Vasona Station), Los Gatos. 408/378-2233. An intimate spot for a romantic dinner à deux. $$ Le Papillon, 410 Saratoga Ave., San Jose. 408/ 296-3730. Highly acclaimed for its award-winning French cuisine, this Bay Area institution blends fresh, seasonal ingredients with impeccable preparation. $$$ Left Bank, Menlo Park. 650/473-6543; San Jose. 408/984- 3500. Popular eatery features contemporary French cuisine and a variety of seafood prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients. $$$ Agave Melting Pot, 2 N. B St., San Mateo. 650/342-6358. Fondue spot features four flavorful cooking styles and a variety of entrees with dipping sauces. Be sure to save space for the chocolate fondue. $$ Navio (Ritz-Carlton Hotel), 1 Miramontes Point Road, Half Moon Bay. 650/712-7000. This luxurious seaside restaurant overlooks the panoramic golf course. $$$ The Plumed Horse, 14555 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408/867-4711. This 2011 Michelin-starred restaurant delivers contemporary, seasonal California cuisine based on solid French techniques. $$$ Restaurant Sent Sovi, 14583 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408/867-3110. Stylish French-California bistro relies on natural ingredients to create seasonal cuisine in a charming setting. $$$ Zola, 565 Bryant St., Palo Alto. 650/521-0651. Seasonal French cuisine featuring regionally sourced meats and produce complemented by a wide selection of French and California wines. $$-$$$ Menara Ad ESV 2014_Menara Ad 2004 7/29/14 8:03 PM Page 1 Serving the Bay Area for over 35 years! SAVOR THE TASTES OF MOROCCO... Dine on delicious Moroccan food... Watch the belly dancers swirl... Have your own little “Casablanca” adventure... Dinner 7 Days 6–10pm • Belly Dancing Nightly Full Bar • Banquet Facilities for up to 300 41 E. Gish at N. 1st St., San Jose (Next to Light Rail) • 408.453.1983 • www.menara41.com
South Bay Accent - Aug/Sep 2015
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