MEDITERRANEAN
The Blue Door. 1502 Saratoga Ave., San Jose.
408/866-4176. This sleek eatery evokes the ambiance,
traditions and flavors of the Mediterranean. $$
Cin-Cin Wine Bar and Restaurant, 368 Village
Lane, Los Gatos. 408/354-8006. This tastefully
appointed bistro offers bold flavors using organic
and sustainable ingredients. $$
La Fontana (Hilton Santa Clara), 4949 Great
America Parkway, Santa Clara. 408/330-0001. Chef
Angelo Konidis has created a delicious array of original
Mediterranean Riviera culinary selections. $$$
Odeum, 17500 Depot St., Morgan Hill. 408/782-
5151. Combines Greek and Roman cuisine with
Spanish influences served in a warm and welcoming
atmosphere. $$$
Porta Blu (Hotel Nia), 200 Independence Dr.,
Menlo Park. 650/304-3800. Combining Mediterranean
and California cuisines, Porta Blu recently
debuted inside the tech-savvy new Hotel Nia
in Menlo Park. The restaurant’s name evokes a
doorway to experience the adventurous flavors of
the Mediterranean. The sleek, modern surroundings
are accented with rustic touches, including
signature blue doors suspended from the ceiling.
Standout selections from the vibrant menu include
savory shakshuka, light yet fulfilling flatbreads,
fresh, indulgent pasta dishes and exotically seasoned
dishes that awaken the appetite and pique
the palate. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner,
Porta Blu is abuzz throughout the day, welcoming
a sophisticated medley of academics from nearby
Stanford, Valley entrepreneurs and visitors from
around the word. $$$
MEXICAN
Aqui Cal-Mex Grill, Willow Glen 408/995-0381;
Campbell 408/374-2784; Cupertino 408/996-
1443; Blossom Valley 408/362-3456. Innovative
Mexican cuisine, great prices and amusing art. $
Consuelo Mexican Bistro, 377 Santana Row,
Suite 1125, San Jose. 408/260-7082. Authentic
flavors of old Mexico are thoughtfully blended in
creative dishes that are served tapas style. $$
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 seafood,
authentic Mexican cuisine and hand-crafted
cocktails made with organic juices. $
Olla Cocina, 17 N San Pedro St, San Jose.
408/606-7999. This highbrow bistro for Cal-
Mexican entrees serves shared plates and drinks in
bright, cheerful environs. $–$$
Pedro’s Restaurant, 316 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los
Gatos. 408/354-7570. Veggie wraps, chicken mole
and chile verde are among menu highlights. $$
Puesto, 2752 Augustine Drive, Santa Clara.
408/333-9750. Gourmet south-of-the-border
specialties are showcased in this lavishly appointed
9,000-square-foot industrial-chic space. $$
Reposado, 236 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto. 650/
833-3151. A chic backdrop is well served by such
popular Mexican culinary favorites as adobo marinade
steak and tortilla soup. $$
Sancho’s Taqueria, Palo Alto 650/322-8226;
Midtown Palo Alto 650/324-8226; Redwood City
650/364-8226. Adam Torres, formerly with Village
Pub, serves up an assortment of veggie, meat, and
seafood burritos, plus other Mexican favorites. $
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