June/July 2016 91 The Farmer’s Union, 151 W. Santa Clara St., San Jose. 408/277-0545. This updated incarnation of a rustic American tavern boasts a refreshing array of local brews, craft cocktails and hearty yet sophisticated farm-to-table fare. $ Flea Street Cafe, 3607 Alameda de las Pulgas, Menlo Park. 650/854-1226. An ever-changing menu of continental and California dishes. $$ The Lexington House, 40 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos. 408/354-1600. Unique Northern California dishes made with local, organic and sustainable ingredients. $$ Lure+Till (The Epiphany Hotel), 180 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto. 650/666-3320. Providing the seasonal flavors of the region using the freshest local ingredients served in a rustic, casual setting. $$-$$$ Parkside Grille, 884 Portola Road, Portola Valley. 650/529-9007. Tucked among the redwoods, rustic but elegant setting serves up California comfort food with fresh local ingredients. $$ Piacere Restaurant. 727 Laurel St., San Carlos. 650/592-3536. Located in the heart of downtown San Carlos, Piacere pairs the flavors of American cuisine with fresh, locally sourced California fare and a wide selection of Italian and California wines. $$$ Quattro (Four Seasons Hotel), 2050 University Ave., East Palo Alto, 650/470-2889. Well-prepared California cuisine with an Italian twist. $$$ Tarragon, 140 S. Murphy Ave., Sunnyvale. 408/ 737-8003. Tarragon. In the capable hands of Executive Chef Gerado Moreno, Tarragon impresses diners with fresh, seasonal, locally sourced dishes that emphasize farm-fresh, organic and sustainable ingredients, from a delectable rosemary-rubbed pork tenderloin to sumptuous organic chicken penne pasta. Guests enjoy watching culinary creations prepared in an exhibition kitchen featuring a wood-burning oven and a mesquite grill, both of which enhance the restaurant’s warm and inviting atmosphere. Located in the heart of downtown Sunnyvale, the familyowned restaurant, in its 17 th year, offers a banquet room for private dining for up to 300 people, featuring a full bar, dance floor and patio. $-$$ 31st Union, 5 S. Ellsworth Avenue, San Mateo. 650/458-0049. A popular locavore eatery featuring artisanal California food and drink with seasonally changing plates. $-$$ Verge (Toll House Hotel), 140 South Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos. 408/884-1054. California-at-heart cuisine featuring a fresh and unique combination of cultural regions and styles of preparation. $$-$$$ Village Pub, 2967 Woodside Road, Woodside. 650/851-9888. Local favorite features a gorgeous interior and a menu that shows a serious devotion to meat dishes. $$$ Viva, 15970 Los Gatos Boulevard., Los Gatos. 408/ 356-4902. Upscale neighborhood eatery fuses diverse Cali fornia and Mediterranean cuisine with comfortable family style dining. $$ Vivace, 1910 Ralston Ave., Belmont. 650/637- 0611. Translated as “lively,” Vivace celebrates such Northern Italian cuisine favorites as scaloppini and osso bucco with flair. $$ CAMBODIAN Chez Sovan, 2425 South Bascom Ave., Campbell. 408/371-7111. This authentic, delicious food will make you a permanent convert! Among favorites is the popular Cambodian dish Amok. $$ CARIBBEAN/CUBAN Cha Cha Cha Cuba, 112 S. B St., San Mateo. 650/347-2900. Authentic, zesty Cuban flavors are served up in a vibrant, friendly space. $$ Coconuts Caribbean Restaurant & Bar, 642 Ramona St., Palo Alto. 650/329-9533. Tropical cocktails, music and authentic Caribbean dishes quickly get dinners in the island mood. $$ La Bodeguita del Medio, 463 California Ave., Palo Alto. 650/326-7762. Enjoy coastal cuisine enhanced with flavorful Cuban influences and fantastic fish! $-$$ CHINESE Chef Chu’s, 1067 North San Antonio Road, Los Altos. 650/948-2696. Savor great food at this popular restaurant, such as the outstanding signature minced shrimp in lettuce cups. $$ Fey, 1368 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. 650/324- 8888. An expansive selection of traditional Chinese favorites as well as specialties featuring beef, lamb, chicken, duck and seafood. $-$$ Mandarin Gourmet, Palo Alto, 650/328-8898 Cupertino, 408/725-8168; San Jose, 408/281- 8898. Upscale restaurants popular for their classic Chinese specialties. $$ Pearl River Restaurant, 414 Blossom Hill Road, San Jose, 408/225-5060. A vast array of authentic delicious Chinese cuisine including beef, chicken, seafood and noodle options. $ Sino, 377 Santana Row, San Jose. 408/247-8880. Lunch specialties include dim sum and a la carte dishes. The dinner menu offers contemporary Chinese regional cuisines. $$$ le papillon D I N I N G & C AT E R I N G Bringing Silicon Valley’s finest restaurant to you. 410 SARATOGA AVENUE, SAN JOSE 408.296.3730 LEPAPILLON.COM
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