TEMPTING TempTing YUMMY Delicious DELICIOUS TasTy Delectable Fresh Friendly TASTY DELECTABLE FRESH FRIENDLY ENJOYABLE ENTICINGLY DELIGHTFUL enjoyable enticingly Delightful June/July 2016 93 Darbar Indian Cuisine, 129 Lytton Ave., Palo Alto. 650/321-6688. The tandoori grill here is outstanding, as are the chicken and lamb specialties. $ Rangoli, 3695 Union Avenue, San Jose, 408/ 377-2222. Experience the tantalizing array of traditional Indian cuisines that are served in a friendly, comfortable, upscale setting. $$ Sakoon, 357 Castro St., Mountain View. 650/ 965-2000. Traditional and contemporary Indian cuisine served in an exotic, modern setting. $$ Shiva’s Indian Restaurant & Bar, Castro and California streets, Mountain View. 650/960-3802. Enjoy authentic North Indian cuisine served in an exotic yet casual atmosphere. $$ INTERNATIONAL Cijjo, 246 Castro St., MountainView. 650/282-5401. A unique and diverse mix of flavorful foods from around the globe served tapas style. $$ ITALIAN Cascal A Bellagio, 33 S. Central Avenue, Campbell. 408/370-7705. Classic Italian dishes are served in warm, attractive old-world setting. $$$ Bella Saratoga, 14503 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408/741-5115. Wonderful Italian dishes such as salmon ravioli and eggplant parmigiana. Charming outdoor seating available. $$ Cafe Pro Bono, 2437 Birch Street, Palo Alto. 650/326-1626. The traditional, Italian-Mediterranean cuisine is served in a cozy, casual setting. $$ Centonove, 109 W. Main St., Los Gatos. 408/384- 4007. Italian-style café specializing in wood-fired pizzas and a wide range of housemade pastas. $$ Enoteca La Storia, 416 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos. 408/ 625-7272. Italian wine bar featuring traditional small plates along with an extensive selection of fine wines. $$ Il Fornaio, San Jose. 408/271-3366; Palo Alto. 650/853-3888. In the trattoria tradition, Il Fornaio stays true to authentic Italian recipes and time-honored cooking methods. $$$ Il Postale, 100 S. Murphy Ave., Sunnyvale. 408/733-9600. This popular Italian-American bistro has made a name for itself over the past 20 years at the old post office building in Sunnyvale. $$ La Pastaia, (Hotel De Anza) 233 W. Santa Clara St., San Jose. A seasonal menu of contemporary Italian dishes is served in a newly renovated dining space. Wine Spectator award-winner. $$ Pasta Moon, 315 Main St., Half Moon Bay. 650/ 726-5125. Charming eatery serves only local, sustainable ingredients, fresh from the first bite of focaccia to the last spoonful of an artisan dessert. $$ Piacere, 727 Laurel St., San Carlos. 650/592-3536. Blending contemporary Californian and Italian cuisine, this casually elegant Peninsula spot offers inviting lounge, heated patio and live music. $$ Tigelleria Organic Restaurant, 76 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell. 408/884-3808. Serving traditional Northern Italian dishes prepared organically. Also an extensive choice of a la carte antipasto. $$$ Vesta, 2022 Broadway, Redwood City. 650/ 362- 5052. Specializes in hand-crafted wood-fired pizzas, with traditional and contemporary toppings, as well as Italian-themed small plates. $ 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 Le Papillon
South Bay Accent - Jun/Jul 2016
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