June/July 2015 93 Gatos and Left Bank Brasserie in Menlo Park. His diverse cooking experience coupled with his use of the finest Latin ingredients have diners raving. $$ LV Mar, 2042 Broadway St., Redwood City. 650/241-3111. A contemporary take on classic Latin cuisine, LV Mar is the latest evolution in Chef Manuel Martinez’s ever-growing passion for creating a fresh and innovative dining experience. The casual, modern restaurant combines high-quality, fresh ingredients, refined preparation techniques and an inviting atmosphere where guests are considered part of the recipe. Martinez’s no-nonsense approach produces savory meat and seafood dishes such as asado, grass-fed rib-eye, pechuga de pato, seared duck breast and arroz con mariscos, a shellfish combination with rice. The restaurant also offers an array of small bites, or tapas, and an extensive selection of wine, beer and signature cocktails. $$ MEDITERRANEAN Arya Global Cuisine, Cupertino, 408/996- 9606; Redwood City, 650/367-4939. Enjoy Mediterranean, Italian and Persian tastes as well as belly dancing on weekends. $$ Cin-Cin Wine Bar and Restaurant, 368 Village Lane, Los Gatos. 408/354-8006. Tastefully appointed bistro offers a creative menu of bold flavors using organic and sustainable ingredients. $$ Mizu, 1035 S. Winchester Blvd., San Jose. 408/ 260-7200. Sushi bar and grill features fusion menu including Korean barbecue. $$ Odeum, 17500 Depot St., Morgan Hill. 408/782-5151. Combines Greek and Roman cuisine with Spanish influences served in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. $$$ 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. $$ Thea Mediterranean, 3090 Olsen Drive, San Jose. 408/260-1444. LV Mar Sophisticated and stylish, the Greek and Turkish cuisine is heavenly. $$ MEXICAN Agave, 194 Castro St., Mountain View, 650/969- 6767. Traditional Mexican flavors from old family recipes blend with health-conscious, Californiastyle of cooking. $$ Andale, 6 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos. 408/395- 4244. Mexican meets Southwestern, featuring mesquite-grilled meats and fresh salsas. $ Aqui Cal-Mex Grill, 1145 Lincoln Ave. (in Willow Glen), San Jose; downtown Campbell. 408/995-0381. Innovative Mexican cuisine, great prices and amusing art. $ Consuelo Mexican Bistro, 377 Santana Row, San Jose. 408/260-7082. Authentic flavors of old Mexico are thoughtfully blended in creative dishes that are served tapas style. $$ La Paloma, 2280 El Camino Real, Santa Clara. 408/ 247-0990. Traditional and contemporary Mexican cuisine served in an inviting atmosphere. $ Milagros Cantina, 1099 Middlefield Road, Redwood City. 650/369-4730. Showcasing fresh sea- AUGUST/SEPTEMBER AND FEBRUARY/MARCH Indulge in Our Menu of Advertising Possibilities 408.244.5100 • INFO@SOUTHBAYACCENT.COM SOUTHBAYACCENT.COM
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