NEW YORK ITALIAN/AMERICAN RECIPES LOCALLY-SOURCED ORGANIC INGREDIENTS FULL BAR 108 South Bay Accent 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. $$ Pearl River Restaurant, 414 Blossom Hill Road, San Jose, 408/225-5060. A vast array of authentic delicious Chinese cuisine including beef, chicken, seafood and noodle options. $ Sino, 377 Santana Row, San Jose. 408/247-8880. Lunch specialties include dim sum and a la carte dishes. The dinner menu offers contemporary Chinese regional cuisines. $$$ Su Hong, 1039 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. 650/323-6852. Neighborhood restaurant featuring a lovely tea-smoked duck. $ Tai-Pan, 560 Waverley St., Palo Alto. 650/329- 9168. Hong Kong-style Cantonese cuisine served up in an airy, upscale setting. $$ Taiwan Restaurant, 1306 Lincoln Ave., San Jose. 408/289-8800. Started in 1982, this popular Willow Glen establishment serves a wide array of Chinese specialties. $$ CONTINENTAL Alexander’s Steakhouse, 10330 N. Wolfe Road, Cupertino. 408/446-2222. This upscale restaurant has redefined the traditional steakhouse experience by melding American and Japanese influences. $$$ LB Steak, 334 Santana Row, San Jose. 408/244- 1180. Sister restaurant of Left Bank Brasserie puts modern French twist on American steakhouse cuisine. Save room for luscious pastry desserts. $$$ Manresa, 320 Village Lane, Los Gatos. 408/354- 4330. Chef David Kinch amazes diners with his creative, award-winning cuisine. $$$ Mosaic Restaurant and Lounge (Four Points Hotel), 211 S. First St., San Jose. 408/282-8888. This stylish bar and restaurant offers an American/ Asian twist on Continental cuisine. $$$ Viognier, 222 E. 4th Avenue, San Mateo. 650/ 685-3727. This Cal-French restaurant blends California’s bounty of fresh food with southern sensibilities. Features a worldclass wine selection and seasonal dishes. $$$ ETHIOPIAN Zeni Ethiopian, 1320 Saratoga Ave., San Jose. 408/615- 8282. Inviting spot serves up a tantalizing variety of flavorful dishes, many vegetarian, with your choice of spice level. $ FRENCH Baumé, 201 S. California Ave., Palo Alto. 650/328-8899. New venture from the Michelinstarred chef Bruno Chemel. $$$ Black Sheep Brasserie, 1202 Lincoln Ave., San Jose. 408/816-7251. Stylish Willow Glen Parisian style brasserie melds contemporary and classic French and Californian tastes. Full bar offers creative cocktails, craft beers and a changing wine selection. $$-$$$ Chez TJ, 938 Villa Street, Mountain View. 650/964-7466. This Michelin-starred restaurant is known for its high-end, contemporary French cuisine and use of fresh ingredients, served amid extraordinary decor and ambiance. $$$ La Fondue, 14550 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408/ 867-3332. Appealing spot offers more than 50 different fondues ranging from cheese to wild game. Be sure to save room for a sweet chocolate finale. $$ La Maison du Cafe, 14103-C Winchester Blvd. (Vasona Station), Los Gatos. 408/378- 2233. An intimate spot for a romantic dinner à deux. $$ La Mère Michelle, 14467 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408/867-5272. Elegance and fine traditional French cuisine combined with family pride provide a memorable dining experience. $$-$$$ Le Papillon, 410 Saratoga Ave., San Jose. 408/296-3730. Highly acclaimed for its awardwinning French cuisine, this Bay Area institution blends fresh, seasonal ingredients with impeccable preparation. $$$ Left Bank, Menlo Park. 650/473-6543; San Jose. 408/984-3500. Popular eatery features contemporary French cuisine and a variety of seafood prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients. $$$ Melting Pot, 2 N. B St., San Mateo. 650/ 342- 6358. Fondue spot features four flavorful cooking styles and a variety of entrees with dipping sauces. Be sure to save space for the chocolate fondue. $$ Navio (Ritz-Carlton Hotel), 1 Miramontes Point Road, Half Moon Bay. 650/712-7000. This luxurious seaside restaurant overlooks the panoramic golf course. $$$ The Plumed Horse, 14555 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408/867-4711. This 2011 Michelin-starred restaurant delivers contemporary, seasonal California cuisine based on solid French techniques. $$$ Zola, 565 Bryant St., Palo Alto. 650/521-0651. Seasonal French cuisine features regionally sourced meats and produce, complemented by a wide selection of French and California wines. $$-$$$ GERMAN Teske’s Germania, 255 N. First St., San Jose. 408/ 292- 0291. Starting with appetizers like potato pancakes and jalapeno cheese stuffed pretzels,Teske’s serves tasty German comfort food. $$ BEST BITES Tarragon 14560 BIG BASIN WAY, SARATOGA 408.867.1639 • www.eastcoastalice.com Calafia Cafe & Market A Go Go
South Bay Accent - Oct/Nov 2016
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