165 L os G atos-Saratoga R d., L os G atos 98 South Bay Accent carefully crafted combinations of toppings. $$ Vault 164, 164 S. B St., San Mateo. 650/348-8164. An eclectic selection of American style cuisine, with a wide variety of aged steaks, chicken, pasta, sustainable seafood and organic produce. $-$$ Village California Bistro & Wine Bar, 378 Santana Row, Suite 1035, San Jose. 408/248-9091. Casual but sophisticated eatery excels with a seasonal menu and an impressive wine list. $$ Willard Hicks, 280 E Campbell Ave, Campbell. 408/374-5000. Steaks and other wood-fired entrees plus beer and cocktails are served in this clubby, masculine restaurant and lounge. $$$ The Wine Cellar, 50 University Ave., Los Gatos. 408/354-4808. Old Town’s only original tenant, this charming, old-world European restaurant has been a Los Gatos tradition since 1966. $$ AUSTRIAN Nasch Austrian Bistro, 217 A N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos. 408/402-5092. Leaving hungry is not an option at this tribute to Austrian favorites, including Viennese sausage and house-made pretzels. $$ Naschmarkt, 384 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell. 408/378-0335. This highly rated eatery delivers with central European traditions along with lighter California twists. $$$ BARBECUE Armadillo Willy’s, 1031 N. San Antonio Road, Los Altos. 650/ 941-2922. Fun, casual family dining offering prime Texas barbecue dishes. $ Dan Gordon’s, 640 Emerson St., Palo Alto. 650/324-1960. “Beer, BBQ, whiskey” is the tasty trifecta that ensures Dan Gordon’s status as the ultimate destination for comfort food fans. $$ Little Lou’s BBQ, 2455 S. Winchester Blvd., Campbell, 408/ 796-7852. Traditional barbecue choices such as ribs, burgers, pulled pork and combo dinners stand out. $ Sam’s Bar-B-Que, 1110 S. Bascom Ave., San Jose, 408/297-9151. The famed signature barbecue sauce perfectly complements the menu of mouth-watering meats at this familyowned restaurant. $ BISTROS Bell Tower Bistro & Patisserie, 20490 Saratoga Los Gatos Road, Saratoga. 408/741-1104. Attractive casual spot features French bakery, wine bar and European-style cuisine along with patio. $ Bistro Vida, 641 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park. 650/462-1686. Extensive bistro menu offers classics such as steamed mussels, coq au vin and steak frites, served in a warm, inviting setting. $$ Bywater, 532 North Santa Cruz Avenue, Los Gatos. 408/560-9639. New Orleans-inspired neighborhood bar and eatery is the brainchild of Michelin superstar-rated chef David Kinch. $$ Central Park Bistro, 181 E. Fourth Ave., San Mateo. 650/558-8401. With a hearty array of regional favorites on the menu, Central Park Bistro showcases the diversity of American cuisine. $$$ Louisiana Bistro, 19 North Market St., San Jose. 408/295-1300. Authentic Cajun cuisine and a variety of other N’awlins-style tastes make for an enjoyable and memorable dining experience. $$ Mayfield Bakery & Café, 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. 650/853-9200. Rustic, comforting seasonal food produced in wood-burning oven and rotisserie in a handsome setting. $$ Rok Bistro, 124 S. Murphy Ave., Sunnyvale. 408/733-7651. “Stone-age” steakhouse sears meat, fish, poultry and vegetarian entrees on hot volcanic rocks. A wide range of fondues are also available. $$ BRAZILIAN Fogo de Chao, 377 Santana Row, Suite 1090, San Jose. 408/244-7001. This authentic Brazilian steakhouse features grilled meats prepared at tableside. $$-$$$ Taurinas Brazilian Steakhouse, 167 W. San Fernando St., San Jose. 408/294-0110. Brazilianstyle barbecue buffet featuring select cuts of meats cooked slowly on special grills. $$ BREWERIES/PUBS Faultline Brewing Co., 1235 Oakmead Pkwy., Sunnyvale. 408/736-2739. A friendly brewpub with a vast variety of homemade ales, as well as outstanding fare. $$ Gordon Biersch, San Jose. 408/294-6785. These jazzy brewery restaurants focus on light, international cuisine, and of course, tasty brews. $$ Loma Brewing Company, Los Gatos, 408/560- 9626. This buzz-worthy new brewpub brings together delicious craft beers and high-quality casual comfort food in a lively atmosphere. $ Original Gravity Public House, 66 S. First St., San Jose. 408/915-2337. Award-winning sausages, gourmet grilled cheese and duck fat fries complement an array of craft beers. $$ Steins Beer Garden, 895 Villa St., Mountain View. 650/963- 9568. The hearty home-style cooking here is complemented by a variety of the choicest craft beers from around the world. $$ BURMESE Rangoon Ruby, 445 Emerson Street, Palo Alto. 650/323- 6543. Two talented chefs from Burma Superstar restaurants create a Burmese menu influenced by Indian, Thai and Chinese cooking. $ Sweet Mango, 1040 Willow Street, San Jose. 408/ 293-2268. Innovative menu blurs the line between Burmese and Chinese cuisine, and has become a local favorite in Willow Glen. $ CALIFORNIA Calafia Café, 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. 650/322-9200. Executive Chef Charlie Ayers offers BEST BITES An American Restaurant with Influences Derived from Generations of Spanish and Italian Heritage 408.867.1906 thebasin.com 14572 Big Basin Way at 5th Street, Saratoga Cascal small business of the year 2016 IN SILIC ON VALLEY, AWARDED BY THE S TATE OF CALIFORNIA casual fine dining in romantic los gatos HULTSRESTAURANT.COM 408.354.3434 AS16_Hult's_F1.indd 1 7/30/16 8:26 PM Arya Steakhouse
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