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South Bay Accent - June/July 2017

BEST BITES DINING OUT June/July 2017 95 AMERICAN All Spice, 1602 S. El Camino Real, San Mateo. 650/627-4303. Michelin-starred restaurant serving evocative New American cuisine featuring Indian and other worldly influences. $$ Arcadia, 100 W. San Carlos St. (San Jose Marriott), San Jose. 408/278-4555. Created by Michael Mina, this stylish steakhouse puts innovative twists on classic American cuisine. Also an extensive wine list. $$$ The Basin, 14572 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408/867-1906.This casual neighborhood bistro in downtown Saratoga serves up a seasonal American menu tinged with Spanish and Italian influences. Low lighting and inlaid wood tables give the restaurant  an elegant look, but the atmosphere is come-as-you-are. Dishes are creatively prepared, using an abundance of fresh, wild and organic ingredients from local sources. Small plates and daily specials are featured, along with standout entrees, such as wild mushroom rigatoni, thick-cut short ribs and hearty flavorful Spanish rice. Specialty martinis are popular at the bar, which also offers an extensive wine list. Enjoy a relaxing meal on the outdoor patio or a successful business dinner in the fully equipped private dining room. $$ Bird Dog, 420 Ramona St., Palo Alto. 650/656-8180. Inventive small plates featuring crudo and boutique meats are a specialty at this energetic, sleek spot. $$-$$$ Bourbon Steak & Pub (Levi’s Stadium), 4900 Marie P. DeBartolo Way, Santa Clara. 408/217-2490. Modern American steakhouse featuring Chef Michael Mina’s creative interpretations on classic dishes. $$$ Buck’s, 3062 Woodside Road, Woodside. 650/851-8010. Nestled against the hills of Woodside, Buck’s wacky, unconventional interior is as charming as its food is hearty and delicious. Breakfast is legendary. $ Café Stritch, 374 S. First St., San Jose. 408/280-6161. Trendy small plates featuring artisan pizza, chicken and ribs in a colorful, artsy atmosphere. $ The Catamount, 50 University Ave., Los Gatos, 408/442-5533. Inspired by breezy estates of the South, this restaurant features inviting atmosphere alongside modern American cuisine and a refined cocktail program. $$ Chicago Steak & Fish, 330 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos, 408/354-8858. A wide selection of Five Diamond Harris Ranch beef cuts and seafood make for a classy dining experience in a casual setting. $$-$$$ The Counter, Palo Alto, 650/321-3900; Santana Row, 408/ 423-9200; San Mateo, 650/212-3200; and locations throughout the Bay Area. Build your own burger with more than 300,000 combinations to choose from. $ Dry Creek Grill, 1580 Hamilton Ave., San Jose. 408/264- 2011. Serving up succulent meats and fresh, locally sourced seafood in a lively, spirited atmosphere. $$$ Eureka!, 19369 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino, 669/266- 6752. Burgers take center stage at this gourmet gastropub. Bone marrow, bison and Fresno fig are just a few of Eureka’s innovative interpretations of the quintessential American sandwich. $$ Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, 180 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. 650/329-8457. A meat lovers paradise that serves up prime cuts in a modern setting. $$$ The Halford, Santa Clara, 408/243-1290. With a flair for fine dining renditions of hearty dishes that pair well with craft beer, this anglophile gastro pub dishes out savory favorites like Waygu flatiron steak and maple-glazed duck leg confit. $ Hangar Steak, 1800 Old Bayshore Highway, Burlingame. 650/552-3505. Part of the Marriott, this standout New American steakhouse offers delightful dining by the bay. $$ Hult’s Restaurant,165 Los Gatos-Saratoga Rd., Los Gatos, 408/354-3434. Former professional hockey player Alexander Hult scores big with this farm-to-table favorite, which was awarded Small Business of the Year 2016 in Silicon Valley by the State of California. Sustainable California cuisine, with hints of Scandinavia, includes such dishes as lime-stuffed, pan-roasted salmon with trout caviar sauce, and elk filet. The casual, upscale restaurant also features “The Hult Experience,” a six-course tasting menu that eloquently presents the flavors of the present season. California boutique wines, authentic French champagnes, locally brewed beers and craft cocktails add spirit to the friendly atmosphere—replete with a welcoming wraparound bar, and patio dining around glass fire tables. Popular with the locals are Hult’s Sunday brunch and a lively happy hour. $$ John Bentley’s, 2915 El Camino Real, Redwood City. 650/365-7777. A fun and lively spot, John Bentley’s combines U l t i m a t e R e s t a ur a n t R e s o ur c e


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