194 Castro St., Mountain View 650.969.6767 Dine in Our Beautiful Back Patio Unexpected Mexican Cuisine August/September 2015 103 Olio, 384 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell. 408/378- 0335. With flavors from all across the Mediterranean, this stylish spot features an open kitchen and bar with hard-to-find wines. $$ Thea Mediterranean, 3090 Olsen Drive, San Jose. 408/260-1444. Sophisticated and stylish, the Greek and Turkish cuisine is heavenly. $$ MEXICAN Agave Mexican Bistro, 194 Castro St., Mountain View. 650/969-6767. The newest venture of Alexandro and Susan Garcia, Agave combines favorite family dishes with health-conscious ingredients and cooking techniques. Guests can look forward to traditional menu items, such as ceviche, fish tacos and carne asada, as well as playful vegetarian treats like quesadillas stuffed with Cuitlacoche (corn truffle). The full bar offers a wide range of spirits and unusual tequilas, some of which spill into Agave’s creative desserts; a perfect example is the frozen tequila soufflé served in an edible chocolate cup. Don’t miss the back patio (with heaters) and the spacious banquet room. $ Andale, 6 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos. 408/395- 4244. Mexican meets Southwestern, featuring mesquite-grilled meats and fresh salsas. $ Aqui Cal-Mex Grill, 1145 Lincoln Ave. (in Willow Glen), San Jose; downtown Campbell. 408/995-0381. Innovative Mexican cuisine, great prices and amusing art. $ Consuelo Mexican Bistro, 377 Santana Row, San Jose. 408/260-7082. Authentic flavors of old Mexico are thoughtfully blended in creative dishes that are served tapas style. $$ Tarragon Milagros Cantina, 1099 Middlefield Road, Redwood City. 650/369-4730. Showcasing fresh seafood, authentic Mexican cuisine and hand-crafted cocktails made with organic juices. $ Reposado, 236 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto. 650/ 833- 3151. A chic backdrop is well served by such popular Mexican culinary favorites as adobo marinade steak and tortilla soup. $$ Sancho’s Taqueria, 491 Lytton Ave., Palo Alto. 650/322-8226. Adam Torres, formerly with Village Pub, serves up an assortment of veggie, meat, and seafood burritos, plus other Mexican favorites. $ Vive Sol, 2020 W. El Camino Real, Mountain View. 650/938-2020. Mountain View boasts this popular spot that showcases the heady moles indigenous to the Puebla region. $$ Zona Rosa, 1411 The Alameda, San Jose, 408/ 275-1411. Honoring the cookery of Mexico and featuring handpressed tortillas and fresh, locally grown ingredients. $$ MOROCCAN Dishdash, 190 S. Murphy Ave., Sunnyvale. 408/ 774-1889. Astute service, a warm atmosphere, and exceptional Middle Eastern cuisine. $$ Menara Moroccan Restaurant, 41 E. Gish Road, San Jose. 408/453-1983. Established more than 30 years ago by Arvind Shah, Menara was the first Moroccan eatery in San Jose, and its unique cuisine, atmosphere and sense of culture resonate to this day, thanks to Shah’s son, Anand, carrying on the family tradition. Guests are quickly absorbed by the restaurant’s majestic North African architecture and décor and are invited to relax on lush lounge sofas or comfortable leather throw American Cuisine with Spanish & Italian influences 408.867.1906 www.thebasin.com 14572 Big Basin Way, Saratoga (corner of 5th & Big Great Food, Drinks & Entertainment Teppanyaki | Sushi Bar | Banquet Facilities Full Lounge | Flat Screen TV for Sports | Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4-7 Entertaining Teppan Grill ... Perfect for Parties! At The Pruneyard, Campbell | 408.377.6456 kyotopalace.com 2 Enjoy our Family of Restaurants Fiesta del Mar TOO & Blue Agave Club www.agaveCA.com
South Bay Accent - Aug/Sep 2015
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