2D0ININ0G HOT SPOTS Here’s the dish. Our incomparable SEMIANNUAL DINING GUIDE pleases your palate AMERICAN for whatever All Spice, 1602 S. El Camino Real, San Mateo. 650/627- 4303. Michelin-starred restaurant serving evocative New American cuisine featuring Indian and other worldly influences. $$ Arcadia, 100 W. San Carlos St. (San Jose Marriott), San Jose. 408/278-4555. Created by Michael Mina, this stylish steakhouse puts innovative twists on classic American cuisine. Also an extensive wine list. $$$ The Basin, 14572 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408/867- 1906.This casual neighborhood bistro in downtown Saratoga serves up a seasonal American menu tinged with Spanish and Italian influences. Low lighting and inlaid wood tables give the restaurant an elegant look, but the atmosphere is come-as-you-are. Dishes are creatively prepared, using an abundance of fresh, wild and organic ingredients from local sources. Small plates and daily specials are featured, along with standout entrees, such as wild mushroom rigatoni, thick-cut short ribs and hearty flavorful Spanish rice. Specialty martinis are popular at the bar, which also offers an extensive wine list. Enjoy a relaxing meal on the outdoor patio or a successful business dinner in the fully equipped private dining room. $$ Bird Dog, 420 Ramona St., Palo Alto. 650/656-8180. Inventive small plates featuring crudo and boutique meats are a specialty at this energetic, sleek spot. $$-$$$ Birk’s, 3955 Freedom Circle, Santa Clara. 408/980- 6400. One of the Bay Area’s premier steak and chophouses, Birk’s presents itself as a traditional old-city grill, but then offers a decidedly contemporary twist. $$ Bourbon Steak & Pub (Levi’s Stadium), 4900 Marie P. DeBartolo Way, Santa Clara. 408/217-2490. Modern 92 South Bay Accent American steakhouse featuring Chef Michael Mina’s creative interpretations on classic dishes. $$$ Bradley’s Fine Diner, 1165 Merrill St., Menlo Park. 650/494-4342. New to the dining scene, an upscale rendering of the classic diner, featuring seasonal dishes from an award-winning father-and-son chef team. $$ Buck’s, 3062 Woodside Road, Woodside. 650/851-8010. Nestled against the hills of Woodside, Buck’s wacky, unconventional interior is as charming as its food is hearty and delicious. Breakfast is legendary. $ Capers Eat & Drink, 1710 W. Campbell Ave., Campbell. 408/374-5777. A comfortable neighborhood destination where you can savor exotic drinks and an expertly prepared meal. $-$$ The Counter Custom Burgers, Mountain View, 650/948-2333; Palo Alto, 650/321-3900; Santana Row, 408/423-9200; San Mateo, 650/212-3200; Cupertino, 408/477-2917; Fremont, 510/796-8800. The Counter Custom Burgers is a much-needed update to the burger joint, featuring fresh, antibiotic- and hormonefree humanely handled beef, organic bison, all-natural chicken, turkey, vegan, and crab cake options. It doesn’t stop there; an array of cheeses, toppings, sauces and an assortment of buns (including gluten-free) and bowls— make for a build-your-own checklist menu that can produce more than a million combinations. The Counter also offers business lunch catering. $ Eureka!, 19369 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino, 669/266-6752. Burgers take center stage at this gourmet gastropub. Bone marrow, bison and Fresno fig are just a few of Eureka’s innovative interpretations of the quintessential American sandwich. $$
South Bay Accent - Feb/Mar 2017
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